MSG C5

Anyone install these screens? They are "polished laser mesh SS" and per the instructions on their website they install by double-sided tape and come pre-formed.

My cousin (who also owns a C5) saw my Racemesh screens and really liked them, however I told him that the install is a PITA due to the silicone adhesive. I'm thinking about buying these as a Christmas gift, however I've never seen them in person to confirm the quality.

Thanks!

MSG C5

Hoping for some input. I know I've seen a few C5s on the forum with these screens. You can install them with or without the chrome trim. I'm hoping they're good quality as they come pre-formed with double sided tape for easy installation. My cousin has a worn-out back and if I get him a set of Racemesh, he will ask me to help install and I really don't want to go through that process again! (Picture below)

Thanks!

VetteNoob

I have some on my '03 too but they came on the car when I bought it.

The rubber bands on yours kind of detract from the overall looks of the screens.

MSG C5

Yep, the judges didn't take too kindly to them at the last show...

Choreo

I installed those a couple years ago. Look great, solid install, no problems yet.

Vetteman Jack

Sorry, I have the screens from the Vette Shop on mine so no help with the American Car Craft ones. The ones from the Vette Shop come pre-formed and just install with double sided tape. They have held up very well on my car (been on there for about 3 years now). But the ones you show in the pic look pretty good.

MSG C5

Thanks. The manufacturer is American Car Craft, however multiple CF vendors sell them. I like the mesh design, however I didn't want to have another install challenge like I did with the Racemesh. What started out as a quick 1-hour weekend mod turned into a week-long fiasco with the car on jack stands and multiple f-bombs being dropped.

knewblewkorvette

Yes, I have the American Car Craft screens installed on my 02. Install wasn't too hard at all, you just crank the front wheels to the side to take the panel loose to install the screen. I actually have pictures (no rubber bands needed ) of the install and will upload them if you really want me to

MSG C5

Thanks. I don't need pics of the install, I was just curious how good the quality of the polished SS is and if the screens were pre-formed with double sided tape for installaton.

knewblewkorvette

Quality of the SS is 100% perfect.
The preformed fit was 100% perfect.
You must clean the inside area where the tabs with the tape goes. First with soap and water, then with the supplied alcohol pads.
Mine have been on for 2 years now, no problems and look like new

MSG C5

Thanks! I think I will try them.