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choiceph

03-29-2014 08:44 PM

50 f1 windsheild install

hi guys
I have a1950 f1 that needs to have a windshield put in . can you tell me what the 4 metal tabs are for, and are they going to interfere with the installation
thanks
choiceph

Ross F-1

03-29-2014 08:49 PM

Re: 50 f1 windsheild install

They are a MAJOR PITA, grind them completely off. 51-52 got by just fine without them, same windshield.

Fibber Mcgee

03-29-2014 10:17 PM

Re: 50 f1 windsheild install

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ross F-1 (Post 850156)

They are a MAJOR PITA, grind them completely off. 51-52 got by just fine without them, same windshield.

I agree 100%. I cracked a new windshield because of those stupid things.

Ken Crans

03-30-2014 06:50 AM

Re: 50 f1 windsheild install

Don't need them.. grind off, just used to hold windshield square.

choiceph

03-30-2014 07:49 AM

Re: 50 f1 windsheild install

thanks for the help . looks like i'll grind them off

V12Bill

09-16-2017 06:51 PM

Re: 50 f1 windsheild install

I ground the lip off the top tabs and the windshield still broke 2 days later from stress.

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