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Old 05-30-2011, 07:23 PM
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wind shield need help bad

I am restoring a hydroplane as pics have already been up on here but thats not the point what type of material is used in outboard hydroplanes or what material could i use for the clear windshield

101 lexan?
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Old 06-01-2011, 07:45 AM
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any one???
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Old 06-01-2011, 07:55 AM
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Lexan is less likely to crack, but it scratches easier. If you are drilling holes, it is worth spending the money on a plastic drill bit. They are less likely to grab and crack the sheet.
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Old 06-01-2011, 07:58 AM
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ok thanks I will look In to that is there other material i should look at like other transparent plastics and stuff used in boats
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Those are the usual materials. There may be some exotics for very high performance.
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Old 06-01-2011, 08:20 AM
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OK thanks man
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