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Dick Axtell - 18/10/13 at 02:17 PM

Searched forum on this subject, and found this thread :-
http://www.locostbuilders.co.uk/viewthread.php?tid=185634

One contributor mentioned that Caterham used 4mm laminated glass. Is this correct? I need to be sure what thickness is available, as I have an ex-Caterham screen, which can take only 4mm glass. Major plus point - it fits my MK scuttle.

What is/was thickness of LR Defender screen? Assuming that to be a potential source. Any other suitable automotive glass suppliers?

whitestu - 18/10/13 at 02:24 PM

It was me who said Caterham use 4mm glass based on the Caterham frame and screen I bought. The screen had a chip which turned into a crack so I had to replace it and at that point discovered it was 4mm. I don't know for sure that all Caterham screens are the same though.
6mm seems common in other screens.

Stu

Dick Axtell - 18/10/13 at 03:53 PM

Thanks for confirming this, Stu. Was your glass merely laminated, or specifically automotive quality?

scutter - 18/10/13 at 05:54 PM

I used a Fiat Panda screen from the 90's green tinted for £35, but for the life of me I can't remember the thickness.

Regards Dan.

whitestu - 18/10/13 at 07:23 PM

quote:

Thanks for confirming this, Stu. Was your glass merely laminated, or specifically automotive quality?


No, it was just regular laminate.

Stu

Dick Axtell - 19/10/13 at 08:53 AM

Thanks to Dan and Stu for your feedback. Useful alternative - Fiat Panda!