Convertible wind deflector
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Burning Brakes
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From: Woodstock Ontario
Convertible wind deflector
anybody have a Vette net (wind deflector) ,I would like to purchase one.So what I like to know do you like yours and which one do you have.
Thanks
Thanks
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jun 2007
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From: Huntsville AL
I have one, its the black one with the plexiglass. I've only used it once, but I've only had the car for a week. I haven't had the top down without it. It seems to work well, but it also seems to move around in the mounts a bit. If the seatback hits it it looks like it will rub on the deck lid a little.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jul 2004
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From: Monument CO
I've had the lower profile plexiglass model from Vette Net for sometime. Dissappointed...my wife requires it with the top down, however you need to roll the windows up approx 3-4 inches for any affect and all the way up for optimum performance. It does look good though.
Racer
Joined: Apr 2008
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From: Santa Clarita So.California
I have one and love it. I have the screen version. The wife and I take trips up the coast and use it whenever the tops down. You can use it when its hot or cold outside and use the air conditioning or heater and it works great with the top off. Just roll the windows up for the full effect with very little turbulance. Doesnt mess the wife's hair up...
. I prefer the screen/net version. Its a little higher than the plexiglass and works better for taller people (I think). Plus its alot cheaper. Get bag to store it in. Doesnt wiggle in the mounts. Heres a few shots with it on....I like the looks of it........
. I prefer the screen/net version. Its a little higher than the plexiglass and works better for taller people (I think). Plus its alot cheaper. Get bag to store it in. Doesnt wiggle in the mounts. Heres a few shots with it on....I like the looks of it........
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Melting Slicks
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From: Toledo Ohio
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St. Jude Donor '07
I have a large Vet Net (old style)
Works OK with side windows up on interstates.
Extends the times you'll go topless in spring and late fall.
Then again I've only used it a dozen times. Wify demands it.
When I'm alone I don't bother.
Works OK with side windows up on interstates.
Extends the times you'll go topless in spring and late fall.
Then again I've only used it a dozen times. Wify demands it.
When I'm alone I don't bother.
Burning Brakes
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From: Grafton WI
I raised mine a different way. I had an older screen VetteNet, I upgraded to the new style. One thing I noticed was that the new version was much lower than the old version. I bought some 3/4" conduit and cut it to 2". I then drilled some small holes in the conduit for set screws, then painted them black. They fit perfectly over the legs of the VetteNet, then just tightened the set screws. There was a slight vibration, I used an small elastic cord to hold tight, no more noise. It may look a little weird in the photo, but when the seats are back, you cannot see any of it. Works for me!!
This is the old style mesh version, you can see it is quite a bit taller.
This is the old style mesh version, you can see it is quite a bit taller.
Last edited by krm_wi_C5; Aug 27, 2008 at 10:17 PM.
Burning Brakes
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Old thread, 
it there any good wind deflector for convertible at a decent price?
thanks.
TCFS
it there any good wind deflector for convertible at a decent price?
thanks.
TCFS
6th Gear
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I love your car. Great pictures> I just bought a 2006 convertible yesterday in Scottsdale,Az the same color as yours with 30,000Miles. I already recognize the need of a wind restrictor and like what you say about yours. What is manufacturer name and how much $. where can I order one like yours?
Thanks, Bill in Scottsdale,Az
Thanks, Bill in Scottsdale,Az
Instructor
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From: Northern NJ
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For anyone interested, I could not find something I LOVED for the price, so I order this on Amazon and I'm really happy with the way it cuts down on the wind and doesn't require a permanent install or cutting my carpet. Do the straps around the seat look great, nah. But for the price, I can easily remove it whenever I want!
https://tinyurl.com/7yzm9mkk
https://tinyurl.com/7yzm9mkk
