Spec Boxster Build

[thstone]

Originally Posted by Greg Holmberg

You can use a Lexan (polycarbonate) windshield in Spec Boxster. For example:

996 Front Windshield Part# 60-996

Weighs 11 lbs. $675.

Probably safer than glass. I'm not sure how much weight that saves. How much does a glass windshield weight?

It's probably also a good idea to install clips to hold any windshield in place.

Originally Posted by rastta

Considerably cheaper alternative

Porsche Boxster Windshields: Five Star Race Car Bodies

Great idea and I love the weight savings - but how well do these hold up with time and wear?

My poly rear window has not worn well at all. I can live with it in the rear but no way that I could put up with that in front.

[rastta]

Originally Posted by thstone

Great idea and I love the weight savings - but how well do these hold up with time and wear?

My poly rear window has not worn well at all. I can live with it in the rear but no way that I could put up with that in front.

I have a poly front with 2 layers of tear offs. You can't really run them without the tear offs. I run two layers right now. It's held up for two years and about 20 track days so far. Mine came on the car and it is installed like the regular windshield.

[thstone]

Originally Posted by rastta

I have a poly front with 2 layers of tear offs. You can't really run them without the tear offs. I run two layers right now. It's held up for two years and about 20 track days so far. Mine came on the car and it is installed like the regular windshield.

Thanks for the info! As soon as this windshield needs replacement (which will probably happen within a year), I think i'll try the poly for the replacement.