Removable Windshield

Travisfab · 08-29-2008, 01:03 PM

Does anyone happen to know about a renmovable windshield for our trucks? I'd like to be able to take it out when I hit the dirt.

Travisfab · 08-29-2008, 08:50 PM

Found out that 89's have a gasket style like the rear window. Anyone have any idea if the older windshield is the same as the 89-95 trucks.

**Yoda** · 08-30-2008, 11:13 AM

our 85 was a "glue on" style. No gasket

GoFish · 08-30-2008, 11:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Travisfab

Found out that 89's have a gasket style like the rear window. Anyone have any idea if the older windshield is the same as the 89-95 trucks.

They are different.

anotherjeff · 08-31-2008, 12:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Travisfab

Found out that 89's have a gasket style like the rear window...

SOME '89-'91 trucks had gasket style windshields. I believe the low-end 2WD single cabs sported them. The cab has a different style lip, and the windshields are different.

FW623 - gasket type, '89-91 trucks
FW598 - glue-in type, '89-'95 trucks
FW471 - glue-in type, '84-'88 trucks
FW397 - gasket type, '79-'83 trucks

Travisfab · 09-01-2008, 10:44 AM

Looks like I am SOL

DeathCougar · 09-01-2008, 10:48 AM

I have never ever seen a gasket type windshield on an 89 in America. Methinks no one else will either

anotherjeff · 09-01-2008, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by DeathCougar

I have never ever seen a gasket type windshield on an 89 in America...

Looky here!

bigt · 09-01-2008, 08:00 PM

the internet always has everything lol

DeathCougar · 09-01-2008, 11:48 PM

Well sumbitch....talk about rare.

netwt12 · 09-02-2008, 03:10 PM

how about a lexan windshield. i just put one in my 88. i had a glass company cut the lexan and i installed it with 4 screws.

Travisfab · 09-03-2008, 10:56 PM

That's a good idea, how much did it run you?

I dont need it to be quiet, and I'd like to easily take it out when I hit the dirt, sounds like my best bet.

stormin94 · 09-04-2008, 12:19 AM

Dust is not an issue for you?

Travisfab · 09-04-2008, 07:01 AM

My interior is as bare bones as it gets, dust would be an issue if I was out just having a good time, thus the need for the windshield.

But my truck is designed to race and it and in those conditions, a glass windshield is just too likely to get shattered.

stormin94 · 09-04-2008, 11:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Travisfab

My interior is as bare bones as it gets, dust would be an issue if I was out just having a good time, thus the need for the windshield.

But my truck is designed to race and it and in those conditions, a glass windshield is just too likely to get shattered.

Didn't know you were racing it. Take it out, and save on the weight.

Island_Yota · 09-05-2008, 02:34 PM

79-83's have the Gasket, trust me I know.. it was 68$ from Toyota and I put it in last year haha.

netwt12 · 09-06-2008, 11:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Travisfab

That's a good idea, how much did it run you?

I dont need it to be quiet, and I'd like to easily take it out when I hit the dirt, sounds like my best bet.

85 for the lexan and for them to cut it. i had to do a little truing of their cutting when i installed it. i also paid carquest $17 for a ribbon seal to keep it somewhat leak free. then i put a sheet metal screw in each corner to hold it in. if you wanted to take it out i wouldn't bother with the ribbon seal as its sticky and messy. it's much lighter than glass, i'd say about 20 pounds. i bought the 1/4" lexan but they also offered it in 1/8" which would be lighter.

Travisfab · 09-07-2008, 10:04 AM

Lexan it is.

grant526 · 09-07-2008, 10:29 AM

If you go lexan, it's bullet proof! You don't need to worry about taking it out. Unless it's for weight control.
Your racing class doesn't require a windshield?? Weird!
If you run the 1/4" you will be that much more protected from rock and debris off the truck that may be infront of you at some point. Although, I know your plan is to be way out in the lead!

lol

Good Luck! I was just asking someone else about lexan for these trucks last week. He hadn't heard of it.

stagger_lee · 10-23-2008, 04:53 PM

Travisfab, sorry for dragging an old thread up, and you probably handled it but heres a guy on pirate with a cheapy removable. Maybe just pick his brain and make your own. Nice truck! Cheers!
http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showt...ght=windshield

08-29-2008, 01:03 PM	#1 (permalink)
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Travisfab Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: San Diego Posts: 170	That's a good idea, how much did it run you? I dont need it to be quiet, and I'd like to easily take it out when I hit the dirt, sounds like my best bet. __________________ American Trailers

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stormin94 Contributing Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lake County, CA/Sacramento Posts: 3,281	Dust is not an issue for you? __________________ 1994 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4X4 208,000 miles and counting 3.0 V6, 5 speed 14/19 MPG city/hwy(before 33's) Current Mods Headers, 2.5" Flowmaster custom exhaust, K&N FIPK KC Daylighter 100 Watt lights Ranchos x4, 2" Lift Downey coils 33-12.50 M/T's, 1" t-bar lift, 1" body lift Tow pkg w/ lighthookups Silverstar Headlights, Pioneer Deck w/XM Brushguard 250Watt JLAudio 8" W3 Sub Future Mods 12V Aux outlet-400/800peak inverter roof basket/lights Air locker 4.88 gears H.O. Alternator

09-04-2008, 07:01 AM	#14 (permalink)
Travisfab Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: San Diego Posts: 170	My interior is as bare bones as it gets, dust would be an issue if I was out just having a good time, thus the need for the windshield. But my truck is designed to race and it and in those conditions, a glass windshield is just too likely to get shattered. __________________ American Trailers

09-05-2008, 02:34 PM	#16 (permalink)
Island_Yota Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Vancouver Island, B.C. Posts: 587	79-83's have the Gasket, trust me I know.. it was 68$ from Toyota and I put it in last year haha.

09-07-2008, 10:04 AM	#18 (permalink)
Travisfab Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: San Diego Posts: 170	Lexan it is. __________________ American Trailers

09-07-2008, 10:29 AM	#19 (permalink)
grant526 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Sacramento area, Ca Posts: 211	If you go lexan, it's bullet proof! You don't need to worry about taking it out. Unless it's for weight control. Your racing class doesn't require a windshield?? Weird! If you run the 1/4" you will be that much more protected from rock and debris off the truck that may be infront of you at some point. Although, I know your plan is to be way out in the lead! lol Good Luck! I was just asking someone else about lexan for these trucks last week. He hadn't heard of it. __________________ '85 Standard Cab 4.5" HD SuperLift Custom Winch bumper 33x12.50 Mud Rovers Lincoln Locked in the rear DD's: '87 XJ and '91 Suzuki DR650s Wheel Responsibly, Don't screw it up for others...

10-23-2008, 04:53 PM	#20 (permalink)
stagger_lee Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: So Cal Posts: 276	Travisfab, sorry for dragging an old thread up, and you probably handled it but heres a guy on pirate with a cheapy removable. Maybe just pick his brain and make your own. Nice truck! Cheers! http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showt...ght=windshield __________________ 07 FJ, 6 speed 84 4Runner

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