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« on: September 04, 2017, 11:08:04 AM » |
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Way back in '15, Port Angeles: One of you great people (short, like me) told me how to cut down a windshield. It involved creating a template from the top of the windshield as it is, plus the kind of blade needed so the plastic doesn't melt. But I've slept since then. Heck, I've crashed since then!
So if whoever you are (or anyone else) cares to share your wisdom, I'd appreciate it. The used windshield I got to replace the one I destroyed in my crash is pretty hazy and scratchy. So I need it low enough to look over, not through.
Thanks!
Jeff
"The California Guy"
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And many moons ago:
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gordonv
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« Reply #1 on: September 04, 2017, 12:50:30 PM » |
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Hi man, I was there, but I don't think it was me.
Yes, start off by making a template of the top. Then place painters take about where you want to cut it down to, and transfer the template to the tape.
I used one of those vibrating cutters on my GW, but today I would use a plastic cutting wheel for my Dremel tool. It will melt the plastic, so take your time.
Pro's then take a propane torch to it to melt it a little. I don't think I would do this without some practice, so a BIG WARNING.
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« Reply #2 on: September 04, 2017, 12:57:56 PM » |
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Hi Gordon. It wasn't you, but it was another Canadian. I'm thinking his name was John.
I've looked at a few videos online. All used a jigsaw, but I like your idea of the Dremel. I have the broken one, so I can practice before I cut.
Thanks for the input!
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« Reply #3 on: September 04, 2017, 02:18:57 PM » |
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It was me you were talking to. I had to trim the shield on both my Honda Shadow Ace Tourer and my Interstate. I followed the instructions in the video below and it worked great. I'm very happy with the results. Good luck. cheers, paul https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dV0KZsxyz90 |
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« Reply #4 on: September 04, 2017, 03:35:32 PM » |
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Yes! Thank you! I'll end up ordering a new one in the somewhat near future, but I'd like to try out looking over instead of through before I drop the cash.
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Rawie
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« Reply #5 on: September 09, 2017, 07:51:31 AM » |
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I took mine off and to a glass cutter with the measurements and markings in place. $30 later I put it back on the bike, perfect.
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icandoitfaster
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« Reply #6 on: September 09, 2017, 07:49:01 PM » |
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I couldn't get any of the glass shops in my area to do it without me signing a release form stating that if they screwed up my windshield, they weren't to blame. That's when I decided to try and do it myself. It worked great and didn't take that long (and it was free).
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