WANTED 1996 Z252 Shabah left curved windshield
 

I just bought a 96 Z252 Shabah that has the left curved windshield glass broken and I can't find a replacement anywhere?? PLEASE HELP!!

Re: WANTED 1996 Z252 Shabah left curved windshield
 

Welcome to MOC! :)

If you do a search you will find numberous threads relating to replacement glass.
But I'll tell ya now it ain't gonna be cheap! :(
All I can suggest is look look and look some more.
Check here on MOC in the parts section , Ebay , Craigslist , Boat Salvage Yards , etc.
Sorry , I know that isn't what you wanted to hear.

Larry

Re: WANTED 1996 Z252 Shabah left curved windshield
 

Challenger Offshore Boat Windshield Taylor Made

or

Challenger 250 Offshore Boat Windshield

Re: WANTED 1996 Z252 Shabah left curved windshield
 

These guys will custom cut one too.



http://www.marineglassspecialties.com/?page_id=18


Larry

Re: WANTED 1996 Z252 Shabah left curved windshield
 

so will these guys

Ocean Dynamics Windows and Windshields for boats, sailboats and ships.

I called em last week about replacing my drivers window. Their estimate (based upon pics of other boats like mine) started at $4800

Re: WANTED 1996 Z252 Shabah left curved windshield
 

Thanks but no luck This guy told me needle in a haystack finding that windshield . the original guy that made windows for Mariah went out of business and no records of windshield specs can be found. Ugh.

Re: WANTED 1996 Z252 Shabah left curved windshield
 

WOW!!! expensive. I called and emailed pics of mine lets see how bad they will gouge me. Thx!

Re: WANTED 1996 Z252 Shabah left curved windshield
 

Thanks might be an option. current stock windshield has fly wing windows kinda nice on hot days.

Re: WANTED 1996 Z252 Shabah left curved windshield
 

Well that's not quite true. Taylormade was the original supplier of glass to Mariah and can still supply some glass but......they've advised us previously that they may likely still have the molds for 2000-01, anything before 1999 is 'iffy' and pre '97 is NA. That's why the others suggested the aftermarket vendors who unfortunately will require that you have a well-stocked wallet. :(

Re: WANTED 1996 Z252 Shabah left curved windshield
 

When I called Taylor they said they no longer have the molds for my 2000 Z302. Even after I told em it was also used on the 2007 Challenger FPS302.

Re: WANTED 1996 Z252 Shabah left curved windshield
 

More proof that they aren't the most helpful bunch.... :(

Re: WANTED 1996 Z252 Shabah left curved windshield
 

It's amazing how manufacturer's claim to be there for the customer for "A lifetime".......until the product is no longer a "selling" item.
From Million Dollar homes to the electric razor you just bought. Availability is all , on demand PERIOD!!

Larry

Re: WANTED 1996 Z252 Shabah left curved windshield
 

Cool Oregondunes told me to try ocean Dynamics . check out quote I got from ocean Dynamics . The Estimated price to repair the frame system (if needed) is $125, Curved Policast is $496, curved Glass is $3892 plus crating and shipping. Do You know if policast looks different than glass??

Re: WANTED 1996 Z252 Shabah left curved windshield
 

Polycast marine glass does have a slightly different look that regular glass. Basically its acrylic with a coating applied to it to reduce scratching and increase UV protection. I used this material when i replaced the drivers side curved windshield on my '96. There is slghtly more distortion evident but its not obtrusive on mine and the glass will still scratch if care isnt taken dragging things like boat covers across it but....the significant cost difference made the decision easy for me and i'm not unhappy with it.

Re: WANTED 1996 Z252 Shabah left curved windshield
 

Done Deal then Im going to get the Poli window.