I have hit a roadblock in my build and I need some help (and hopefully some pictures) of how your windshield fits before its final placement and after.
For me, I have had to spread the body at the at the A pillars (where they meet the dash) 1/2" per side. This causes other fit problems with the body, but my biggest concern is all the tension that it creates. According to what I've read, this is a normal adjustment. Even with that, and several adjustments to the fiberglass frame, my windshield still does not sit flush. And, if it were to placed with urethane, it would raise it even more. The result would be not up to what I expect. Again, how do your windshields fit when you feel they are ready for permanent placement, and after final placement? Do you have to do a lot of body work to make the windshield have a smooth flow with the body?
Maybe I'm shooting for an unattainable result.
Howard, or Rob, you live in my general area, would you be OK if I came by to see your cars?
Everyone's feedback is greatly appreciated, especially during this frustrating time.
Thank you to all who make this forum such a great asset to other builders.
For me, I have had to spread the body at the at the A pillars (where they meet the dash) 1/2" per side. This causes other fit problems with the body, but my biggest concern is all the tension that it creates. According to what I've read, this is a normal adjustment. Even with that, and several adjustments to the fiberglass frame, my windshield still does not sit flush. And, if it were to placed with urethane, it would raise it even more. The result would be not up to what I expect. Again, how do your windshields fit when you feel they are ready for permanent placement, and after final placement? Do you have to do a lot of body work to make the windshield have a smooth flow with the body?
Maybe I'm shooting for an unattainable result.
Howard, or Rob, you live in my general area, would you be OK if I came by to see your cars?
Everyone's feedback is greatly appreciated, especially during this frustrating time.
Thank you to all who make this forum such a great asset to other builders.