WindScreen for Vert..
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WindScreen for Vert..
OEM or the aftermarket one that has a lighted up LOGO? Opinions? about 150-200 less for the OEM from Chevy
WHo has them and do you like them or pain in A$$?
https://www.gmpartsdirect.com/oem-pa...creen-19156012
WHo has them and do you like them or pain in A$$?
https://www.gmpartsdirect.com/oem-pa...creen-19156012
Last edited by JSracing; Jun 30, 2020 at 06:36 PM.
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I have the WindRestrictor in mine and it does a good job of blocking the wind.Only complaint I have is the seat will rub it some if you have it back too far.
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OEM or the aftermarket one that has a lighted up LOGO? Opinions? about 150-200 less for the OEM from Chevy
WHo has them and do you like them or pain in A$$?
https://www.amazon.com/WindRestricto...F3NJZCVWS&th=1
https://www.gmpartsdirect.com/oem-pa...creen-19156012
WHo has them and do you like them or pain in A$$?
https://www.amazon.com/WindRestricto...F3NJZCVWS&th=1
https://www.gmpartsdirect.com/oem-pa...creen-19156012
I have one and really like it since I didn't care for the wind noise and buffeting with the top down. It helps a lot but I have the same issue as some others with the seat rubbing on it. If you are tall and need to drive with the seat all the way back it is an issue.
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My 13 / 427 came with a Windrestrictor (https://windrestrictor.com/), exclusive package with red LED lights and the etched Corvette logo. At night it really looks fantastic, gets a lot of compliments at evening cruise ins. To augment the look, previous owner added red LED lights under the seats and dash. My only complaint is why the original owner did not go for blue to match the interior color?
If the car did not come equipped with one I know I would have spent the $400+ since the OEM has to come off when you lower the top.
If the car did not come equipped with one I know I would have spent the $400+ since the OEM has to come off when you lower the top.
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My 13 / 427 came with a Windrestrictor (https://windrestrictor.com/), exclusive package with red LED lights and the etched Corvette logo. At night it really looks fantastic, gets a lot of compliments at evening cruise ins. To augment the look, previous owner added red LED lights under the seats and dash. My only complaint is why the original owner did not go for blue to match the interior color?
If the car did not come equipped with one I know I would have spent the $400+ since the OEM has to come off when you lower the top.
If the car did not come equipped with one I know I would have spent the $400+ since the OEM has to come off when you lower the top.
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The rubbing doesn't really hurt anything. As a result of the rubbing you get a dull spot on the leather and on the Plexiglass at the point of contact. I advised Wind Restrictor of the issue and they sent me 2 peel and stick patches about 4 square inches in size to apply to the point of contact. The patches are black and a fabric that feels like mouse fur. If you let the seat leather contact the Wind Restrictor it will make an annoying squeaking noise. I will eventually modify my mounting brackets since I'm sure that I could gain another 3/4 of an inch to an inch of clearance without causing a problem.
Last edited by Icecap; Jun 30, 2020 at 10:32 PM.
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For any of you that are considering getting the illumination package here is what I've found and installed. I found that if the LED are powered without a dimmer it is too bright and can be annoying during sustained night driving. Check my picture in the above posts to see how bright it is when powered with 12 volts from the tail light circuit. Wind Restrictor also sells a dimmer kit that comes with a control box and push button key chain fob for about $35. I found this dimmer on the web site lightinthebox which is like Aliexpress but contains a lot of LED supplies and equipment. It cost just under $6 and works perfectly. Rather than a key chain fob to control it I fastened the controller to the underside of the console lid with velcro and since it is so thin it doesn't take up any space.
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For any of you that are considering getting the illumination package here is what I've found and installed. I found that if the LED are powered without a dimmer it is too bright and can be annoying during sustained night driving. Check my picture in the above posts to see how bright it is when powered with 12 volts from the tail light circuit. Wind Restrictor also sells a dimmer kit that comes with a control box and push button key chain fob for about $35. I found this dimmer on the web site lightinthebox which is like Aliexpress but contains a lot of LED supplies and equipment. It cost just under $6 and works perfectly. Rather than a key chain fob to control it I fastened the controller to the underside of the console lid with velcro and since it is so thin it doesn't take up any space.
Last edited by BadAV; Jul 1, 2020 at 07:51 AM.