John,
I understand this to mean that glass can be (even desirable) replaced
with lexan as long as there is 120 degrees of forward vision.
Tom, Redding CA - #216 D/GCC
landspeedracer wrote:
> OK here is a question for the list that I think would apply for all
> Modified, Classic and Production coupes and sedans. The rule book is sort of
> vague on windows, but as it understand it any car can have the windows
> replaced with Lexan. Now my real questions is can a rear window be replace
> with something else other than glass or Lexan (fiberglass panel, aluminum
> panel, etc.)? In a race vehicle we certainly don't need to see out the rear
> view mirror. So as long as the panel fit's on the vehicle according to the
> class rules I don't see any aerodynamic advantage or problem. With fiberglass
> I can make it into the same compound shape as the original and with
> considerably less expense than a new part or a custom Lexan piece. And just
> think keeping some of the sun out has got to help make thing a little cooler.
>
> John Beckett
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