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Old Jul 30, 2018 | 06:42 PM
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Need a little help,will a windshield from a c5 z06 fit on my 99 convertible,both have hud? Thanks. Earl
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Old Jul 31, 2018 | 01:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Earl Roth
Need a little help,will a windshield from a c5 z06 fit on my 99 convertible,both have hud? Thanks. Earl
Almost positive that all C5 windshields are the same size. The only real difference is the ZO6 windshields are ever so much a scoch thinner to save a little weight and they have some special coating on the inside to better reflect the HUD (which no one really notices)

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Old Jul 31, 2018 | 08:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Bill Curlee
Almost positive that all C5 windshields are the same size. The only real difference is the ZO6 windshields are ever so much a scoch thinner to save a little weight and they have some special coating on the inside to better reflect the HUD (which no one really notices)

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Bill is it a good idea to stay away from used windshields? The one I found is on a part out z06 with 14,000 miles. Thanks Earl
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A good windshield is a good windshield. Depends on who and how its removed, proper shipping and proper installation. The windshiels is a part of the structure and also a impact safety item. It MUST be installed with the correct adheasive and the proper install height and fitment.

If it chipped or cracked when you get it, its trash.

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I would think the moldings would be as important as the windshield itself for a good installation. I doubt you can reuse the moldings? Windshield is one thing I would not want to skimp on.
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I would think the moldings would be as important as the windshield itself for a good installation. I doubt you can reuse the moldings? Windshield is one thing I would not want to skimp on.
I agree with you on that one,the company that will install the glass said that is a must do,when replacing the windshield,thanks for the heads up.
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