Windscreen Review--Is it Worth it? - Page 5

CamaroSS50 · 08-29-2018, 07:50 PM

The wind screen came with my car.

I have yet to install it as the panel popped on my car in its first week of ownership.

So after 3 weeks of my car being in the shop, to install new panels, new top, etc. I asked if they could show me how to install it.

The service guy looks at the instructions.

We proceed to put it in.

It does not fit.

So he calls a tech over, they take the car saying they will use special tools to install it.

He comes back after 15 minutes and says in order to install it, it will scrape the panels, is that ok?

No, it is not OK. So back in the bag it goes, back into the trunk.

I do not know how many of you have the OE wind screen, but would really like to know if you have had any issues with your wind screen.

I went so far as to wonder whether the panels are sticking out more than they should.

If anyone can help, I thank you in advance.

mbnwa · 08-29-2018, 08:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CamaroSS50

The wind screen came with my car.

I have yet to install it as the panel popped on my car in its first week of ownership.

So after 3 weeks of my car being in the shop, to install new panels, new top, etc. I asked if they could show me how to install it.

The service guy looks at the instructions.

We proceed to put it in.

It does not fit.

So he calls a tech over, they take the car saying they will use special tools to install it.

He comes back after 15 minutes and says in order to install it, it will scrape the panels, is that ok?

No, it is not OK. So back in the bag it goes, back into the trunk.

I do not know how many of you have the OE wind screen, but would really like to know if you have had any issues with your wind screen.

I went so far as to wonder whether the panels are sticking out more than they should.

If anyone can help, I thank you in advance.

Posted in your other thread as well

I have used the OE windscreen on my 2SS it fits good and does not scrape the panels, it sounds like they don't know how to install this thing. No tools required - My car's at the shop getting a roll-bar installed otherwise I would take a few pics showing how easy it is to install.

17rsvert · 08-29-2018, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroSS50

The wind screen came with my car.....

If anyone can help, I thank you in advance.

Mine fits perfect, no scratched panels. Are you sure it was made for a gen 6 Camaro and not gen 5?

CamaroSS50 · 08-30-2018, 01:48 PM

Thank you.

It is far larger than the area it would be in, so it is clearly not for the Gen 6.

You would think that the service manager, the service rep & tech would have been able to figure that out.

I even said how could GM design such a thing that does not fit.

I searched around the internet to see if I could find a shot of it installed on a Gen 6 and there is clearly enough space on either side.

Unreal.

I have reached out to them about swapping it out.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 17rsvert

Mine fits perfect, no scratched panels. Are you sure it was made for a gen 6 Camaro and not gen 5?

1hprush · 09-02-2018, 09:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CamaroSS50

Thank you.

It is far larger than the area it would be in, so it is clearly not for the Gen 6.

You would think that the service manager, the service rep & tech would have been able to figure that out.

I even said how could GM design such a thing that does not fit.

I searched around the internet to see if I could find a shot of it installed on a Gen 6 and there is clearly enough space on either side.

Unreal.

I have reached out to them about swapping it out.

The GM windscreen fits perfect! No tools and easy installation. If your car was new and came with a windscreen, they should replace it with the correct one. Install it yourself to get familiar with it...I did mine without instructions.

Cchief · 09-02-2018, 10:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CamaroSS50

Thank you.

It is far larger than the area it would be in, so it is clearly not for the Gen 6.

You would think that the service manager, the service rep & tech would have been able to figure that out.

I even said how could GM design such a thing that does not fit.

I searched around the internet to see if I could find a shot of it installed on a Gen 6 and there is clearly enough space on either side.

Unreal.

I have reached out to them about swapping it out.

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GroundhogSS · 09-03-2018, 04:59 PM

Yes, it's quick and easy. No tools and no scratching.

mSSbhvn · 12-17-2018, 04:15 PM

Sorry for the old thread bump, but is it easy to take in and out? and it fits in the trunk when all folded up? I'd love one, but the price tag is a shocker and I've got kids, so I've got to be able to remove it when I get them in the back.

GroundhogSS · 12-17-2018, 05:27 PM

Yes, it folds over to one fourth the size and goes into the included soft case. You can put it at the front of the trunk space and still easily put the top down without hitting it.

danbrew · 12-19-2018, 03:05 PM

Well worth it, imho. Fits easily in a Gen6 and easy to store in the trunk.

Silverado57 · 12-19-2018, 03:28 PM

Mine came with the car and was one of the first things I installed. It installs easily and works very well to reduce wind and noise. It is going to stay in place and folded down when the top is up.
We plan to throw soft luggage in the back seat so it may help deter nosy people. Definitely a must to have with a convertible.

FarmerFran · 03-27-2020, 08:11 PM

The really interesting thing for me, Is I want the wind in the cabin. I do like the fold up/down though, I might have to look into it.

FarmerFran · 05-02-2020, 03:01 PM

I just ordered mine. It should be here this week. I will report my feelings on it after

ddivinia · 05-02-2021, 10:43 AM

Do they make one that does not say Camaro on it?

Or will the Camaro lettering come off easily?

Debating OEM or aftermarket.

Thanks,
D.

08-29-2018, 07:50 PM	#57
CamaroSS50 Drives: 2017 Camaro Convertible SS Fifty Join Date: May 2018 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 340	The wind screen came with my car. I have yet to install it as the panel popped on my car in its first week of ownership. So after 3 weeks of my car being in the shop, to install new panels, new top, etc. I asked if they could show me how to install it. The service guy looks at the instructions. We proceed to put it in. It does not fit. So he calls a tech over, they take the car saying they will use special tools to install it. He comes back after 15 minutes and says in order to install it, it will scrape the panels, is that ok? No, it is not OK. So back in the bag it goes, back into the trunk. I do not know how many of you have the OE wind screen, but would really like to know if you have had any issues with your wind screen. I went so far as to wonder whether the panels are sticking out more than they should. If anyone can help, I thank you in advance. __________________ *2017 Camaro SS FIFTY* Convertible**

09-03-2018, 04:59 PM	#63
GroundhogSS Drives: '17 2SS convertible'20 Yukon Denali Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 2,931	Yes, it's quick and easy. No tools and no scratching. __________________ Richard 2017 2SS SIM convertible, A8, NPP, MRC, 56R wheels, GM CAI, Diode Dynamics Side Markers Delivered: 08/15/2016 #TeamBeckyD

12-17-2018, 05:27 PM	#65
GroundhogSS Drives: '17 2SS convertible'20 Yukon Denali Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 2,931	Yes, it folds over to one fourth the size and goes into the included soft case. You can put it at the front of the trunk space and still easily put the top down without hitting it. __________________ Richard 2017 2SS SIM convertible, A8, NPP, MRC, 56R wheels, GM CAI, Diode Dynamics Side Markers Delivered: 08/15/2016 #TeamBeckyD

12-19-2018, 03:28 PM	#67
Silverado57 Drives: 2017 Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 522	Mine came with the car and was one of the first things I installed. It installs easily and works very well to reduce wind and noise. It is going to stay in place and folded down when the top is up. We plan to throw soft luggage in the back seat so it may help deter nosy people. Definitely a must to have with a convertible. __________________ Kevin Luceo Non Uro

05-02-2020, 03:01 PM	#69
FarmerFran Drives: 2023 ZL1 Vert M6 "Sharky" Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Earth Posts: 4,031	I just ordered mine. It should be here this week. I will report my feelings on it after Last edited by FarmerFran; 05-02-2020 at 03:01 PM. Reason: terribad spelling

12-17-2018, 04:15 PM	#64
mSSbhvn Drives: 2017 SS Convertible Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Arizona Posts: 14	Sorry for the old thread bump, but is it easy to take in and out? and it fits in the trunk when all folded up? I'd love one, but the price tag is a shocker and I've got kids, so I've got to be able to remove it when I get them in the back.

12-19-2018, 03:05 PM	#66
danbrew Drives: 18 2SS A8 Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: South Carolina Posts: 83	Well worth it, imho. Fits easily in a Gen6 and easy to store in the trunk.

03-27-2020, 08:11 PM	#68
FarmerFran Drives: 2023 ZL1 Vert M6 "Sharky" Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Earth Posts: 4,031	The really interesting thing for me, Is I want the wind in the cabin. I do like the fold up/down though, I might have to look into it.

05-02-2021, 10:43 AM	#70
ddivinia Drives: 19 ZR1 20 350R Wife -> 24 ZL1 Vert Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Graham, Texas Posts: 246	Do they make one that does not say Camaro on it? Or will the Camaro lettering come off easily? Debating OEM or aftermarket. Thanks, D.

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