Windshield Panel

The fastening methods alternatives for the windshield are aimed to be removable, efficient installation, and cost-effective.

Surrounding panels: Roof panel, hood, side panel (driver’s side and passenger side) and bulkheads?

Captive Panel Screw

1. Quarter-Turn Capacitive Panel Screw

• Rivet-mount nut and Quarter turn screw

• Zinc-plated steel and corrosion resistant

• Cost: ~$3/each

https://www.mcmaster.com/quarter-turn-fasteners/rounded-head-quarter-turn-captive-panel-screws-with-rivet-mount-nut/

https://www.mcmaster.com/quarter-turn-fasteners/rounded-head-quarter-turn-captive-panel-screws-with-clip-on-nut/ → Applicable to larger panel thickness range

(Quarter-Turn Fastener in-use is similar to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EnNuQW5P9cs @15:18 min)

1. Twist-to-Lock Press-Fit Capacitive Panel

• Pull knob and rotate 90 degrees to lock

• Zinc-plated steel and corrosion resistant

• Cost: ~5.42/each

https://www.mcmaster.com/quarter-turn-fasteners/twist-to-lock-press-fit-captive-panel-retractable-spring-plungers/

Quick-Release Pins

• Zinc-plated, mild corrosion resistance and Flat-head

• Sizes diameter: 3/16”, 1/4”, 5/16”, 3/8”, 1/2”

• Cost: ~$10 / 10 pieces

https://www.mcmaster.com/pins/flat-head-quick-release-pins/

https://www.mcmaster.com/pins/add-a-handle-quick-release-pins/

Windshield Mounting Methods & Locations

Table 2: Proposed Mounting Locations & Method for the Windshield Panel