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Old May 2, 2006 | 09:54 PM
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Has anyone actually installed one of these accessories? Is there any cutting or drilling involved. At $400, this seems pricey for a piece of aluminum and vinyl screen. Would appreciate any info. Thank you!!
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Old May 2, 2006 | 10:04 PM
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So far I've decided against it, but I would like to hear what everyone says about the screen.
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Bought it new on ebay for 310 w shipping. Let you know if it works when I put on my vert when I get it. Otherwise its going back on ebay. TO much money, but it looks very classy. Hope it works
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Old May 3, 2006 | 09:26 AM
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love mine, it also adds to the vert look. on windless days it works well. takes the drudgery out of intersate driving. there is no drilling, but you must make very small cut in the carpet to install. hope this helps ...............crancky
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Old May 3, 2006 | 10:07 AM
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May be a silly question but can you operate the power top with it installed? From the pic I saw it doesnt look like you can.

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Old May 3, 2006 | 11:24 AM
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You cannot operate either the power top or the manual top with the screen in place. I bought a Vettenet wind deflector which is slightly smaller than the OEM wind blocker. I have not used it yet though will post my impressions when I do.
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Old May 3, 2006 | 12:12 PM
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We have the windbreaks in stock and on sale at dealer wholesale pricing. No sales tax and No exhorbidant shipping and handling fees!

This is a great accessory that works!

Give our parts department a call toll free at 800-234-5284 for your price.

Have a great day,
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