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Old Feb 7, 2013, 08:01 PM
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The shell I bought didn't come with front windows, so I was thinking of putting Lexan windows in instead. Any problems or Legality? I live in PA if that helps...
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Prepare for noises, ratt;es if not installed correctly. I believe Lexan is very prone to scratches. It'd go with OEM or aftermarket replacement.
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I thought I had heard the same about scratches.. You can always tint them inside and out (even clear) to help prevent this.
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If you go oem check this place out http://www.mitsubishipartswarehouse....t=Door%20glass
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Originally Posted by Lancerboy89
I was looking at this because my rear windows are already lexan.

http://www.acwmotorsportplastics.co....dows-pair.html
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Yeah, scratches would be an issue, and it will yellow over time (so better to store in a garage if you do put Lexan on it). The link you have shows that it has UV protection film on the surface, so it should keep it from yellowing for the most part. It should be strong, but it might be safer to go with normal glass. The side glass is safety glass, so it will shatter and crumble in a crash or roll and not end up slicing through a body part.
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I have a feeling lexan windows are illegal on a road car.
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Originally Posted by jasonw
Yeah, scratches would be an issue, and it will yellow over time (so better to store in a garage if you do put Lexan on it). The link you have shows that it has UV protection film on the surface, so it should keep it from yellowing for the most part. It should be strong, but it might be safer to go with normal glass. The side glass is safety glass, so it will shatter and crumble in a crash or roll and not end up slicing through a body part.
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I would still go oem, on the front like others said they may not be Dot and street legal approved.
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