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May 26, 2013 | 09:49 PM

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From: Swanton Ohio

Wind Diverter

Has anyone tried the Vette Net Cockpit wind diverter that goes between the seats?

http://www.ecklerscorvette.com/corve...1998-2004.html

May 26, 2013 | 11:01 PM

darkstar.c5

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i havent... looks rather hideous. it might work though.

May 26, 2013 | 11:02 PM

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I use it and it works. I find that there is a fair amount of wind coming from between the waterfall and the diverter so the drivers right arm gets cold on a cool day/evening. I'm planning on adding a piece of fabric/vinyl with a bar/weight sewn at the bottom of it, then attach it to the diverter to help mitigate the excess airflow.

For $35, it's a great alternative to the $400+ options!

Edit - I only use it because the gf wanted something to help keep her hair out of her face!

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May 26, 2013 | 11:18 PM

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A nice looking cap is a better alternative. I agree, that thing looks hideous!

It's a convertible. The next thing you know, you will be driving with your windows up.

May 26, 2013 | 11:26 PM

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Originally Posted by MSG C5

A nice looking cap is a better alternative. I agree, that thing looks hideous!

It's a convertible. The next thing you know, you will be driving with your windows up.

May 27, 2013 | 06:54 AM

02silvervette

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wind diverter

Found that sight lines affected. Cannot see anything if looking over right shoulder .Just my opinion.

May 27, 2013 | 11:36 AM

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I agree that it's not the most flattering looking thing.

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Originally Posted by 02silvervette

Found that sight lines affected. Cannot see anything if looking over right shoulder .Just my opinion.

If you can't see over the seat then yes you will have an issue. I'm 6'1" - I see fine!

May 27, 2013 | 02:00 PM

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From: Swanton Ohio

OK I wasn't planning on entering Bloomington with it - just something quick to keep DW happy. You know - start out on a beautiful day and when you come home it's getting rather cool. I could stop and put the top up, but hey it's a convertible right. Sort of an 'extend the season' thing. I really like the custom etched ones but holy cow!$

Thanks for the replies....