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Old 10-14-2018, 05:55 PM
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So I installed the WindRestrictor in my 2019 ZR1 Coupe...I got one with a remote and red illumination to match the torch red color of my car. To be clear...this mod can be done on ANY C7...

Installation doesn't take long and there is no cutting your interior etc in order to complete the install...the only thing that takes a bit of time is once the mounts are put in to place you should wait about 72 hours for the 3M tape to cure and I was so impatient waiting to finalize the install. Its functional even for a coupe (id imagine even more so for a convertible) as I have noticed a marked reduction in wind buffeting etc in the car with the windows down and the top off.

Here are some pics...I would 100% recommend this to anyone wanting to reduce wind noise and improve the looks of their car to boot.







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While it looks neat, doesn't the "ZR1" logo get in the way of rear view mirror visibility?
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Originally Posted by lakemg
While it looks neat, doesn't the "ZR1" logo get in the way of rear view mirror visibility?
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Looks great.
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Absolutely not...you pretty much don’t see it at all in the rear view when driving....much like the ZR1 Wing...I had to move myself and the mirror to get the right angle to be able to take that pic of the logo in the rear view...thought it would look cool.

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Why is there increased wind buffeting in a ZR1 vs any other model C7?
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Why is there increased wind buffeting in a ZR1 vs any other model C7?
Never said there was more in the ZR1...I was just surprised how great it works...usually you’d think of something like this for a convertible not a coupe.
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Originally Posted by Nyvetteguy007


Never said there was more in the ZR1...I was just surprised how great it works...usually you’d think of something like this for a convertible not a coupe.
I've never experienced any buffeting in my '17 GS so I guess I'm just surprised that it's needed at all.
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Originally Posted by Thunder22
I've never experienced any buffeting in my '17 GS so I guess I'm just surprised that it's needed at all.
It’s both great looking and does serve some function...not saying wind buffeting is a major issue but it certainly justifies doing this mod even more...

It’s for all models too...got this off the website


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I like the look, BK. Especially in a ZR1....lookin' good!
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Very Coool !!!


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I like the look, BK. Especially in a ZR1....lookin' good!
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Very Coool !!!


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Thanks guys...I’m really happy with the addition to the car...
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Where did you tap into for power?
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Originally Posted by ahero4eternity
Where did you tap into for power?
Used the supplied fuse tap into fuse 37...
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I have been thinking about one for my Z06 ragtop, yours looks awesome!!
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Originally Posted by SuperdadZ06
I have been thinking about one for my Z06 ragtop, yours looks awesome!!
You won’t regret it check it out on a Z06 from their website.


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Pretty cool mod. Personally, I like the C7 flags.
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Interesting you don’t get wind buffering with the coupe top off. It’s the primary reason I don’t remove the top there is just too much buffering. Makes for a unenjoyable ride.

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Could you tell us where to order?
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Thanks for the review as I have been waiting to hear one from a coupe owner.
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