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Post by someguyin408 on Oct 14, 2012 16:01:26 GMT -5
While I was going down the freeway the other day I was hit with a gust of wind and my windshield cracked. I watched it spread in a matter of seconds so I reached for it and grabbed it just as the windshield came loose.
If I hadn't grabbed it, it would have flown off and hit me.
Any how I need a new windshield and I cannot figure out where to get one.
Please someone help.
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Post by bhinch on Oct 14, 2012 17:24:53 GMT -5
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Post by scootnwinn on Oct 15, 2012 10:09:06 GMT -5
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Post by G-Bo on Oct 15, 2012 10:25:48 GMT -5
Order directly from Jonway:
Jonway USA
1503 Kelly Blvd
Carrollton, TX 75006
(972) 820-7961
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Post by redhouse7 on Oct 21, 2012 10:28:24 GMT -5
I had a similar problem on my jonway. The windshields are complete crap. I replaced mine and it cracked as soon as I had it installed. They use a poor quality poly carbonate material that is too brittle. I make my own and it holds up much better.
Here is what you do...
Go to the local hardware store and buy a similar thickness sheet of polycarbonate or lexan that will be big enough to make your windshield. I think I ended up with a piece that was 16 by 24 if memory serves. While you are there by a fine tooth blade for your jig-saw (you have one of those right?) Use your old windshield as a template and draw a pattern on your sheep of poly. I suggest making it about 1/8 of an inch bigger than original to ensure you have enough.
SLOWLY AND CAREFULLY cut the poly. I recommend practicing first to get the hang of it. This can be tricky because it is easy to crack the poly.
Once you have it cut to size drill the first hole. I used a "stepped" bit because they seem to work better for this sort of thing.
Now with the first hole drilled, put it on the scooter and loosely put in the screw. Wrap the windshield to fit and drill the last hole (easier with 2 people) this way you know the holes will line up. Put in the screw and do the rest of the holes, but don't tighten anything down!
Remove the windshield and carefully use a propane torch to "flame polish" the edges. The trick is to heat all of the edges of the poly until you see them just begin to soften. Repeat this process until the edges appear smooth. This is an important step because it will seal any small chips and cracks so they don't grow to be big cracks later on, it also gives a nice finished look to the edges. Be very careful not to overheat the poly or start the poly on fire.
Put it back on and enjoy your $8 windshield.
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