Windshield Fastening
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This page details possible alternatives to screws for attaching the windshield to the body of the car. These alternatives aim to reduce the amount of time taken fastening and removing the windshield, remain relatively inexpensive, and hold the windshield securely in place.
Flathead Quick Release Pins
Has a spring-loaded ball that pops out when pin is in hole, retracts when pulled out
Zinc-plated steel, some corrosion resistance
Sizes (dia): 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 1/2"
Price range: $5.75-$19.28 for package of 10
https://www.mcmaster.com/cylinder-pins/flat-head-quick-release-pins/
https://www.mcmaster.com/90156A204/
Quarter-Turn Captive Panel Screws
Rivet-mount nut, can be mounted with spaces in between the panels
Screw is held to the outer panel by a retainer
Zinc-plated steel
Install with 3/32" rivets in steel
Price range: $2.97/each for slotted, $3.03/each for philips
Push/Pull Captive Panel Screws
Push the plunger to secure and pull to release for quick access. Press the grommet into a hole in the outer panel. Fasteners become a permanent part of the outer panel when installed, so they won't fall out
Made from plastic, meet UL 94V2 for flame retardance
Price range: $16.81-$21.52 for pack of 10
https://www.mcmaster.com/quick-release-screws/push-pull-captive-panel-screws/
Dzus Spiral Cam Fasteners
Quarter turn studs with 90° rotation that engage the receptacles. Provides a clamping force and receptacle is designed to limit sheet separation under tensile overload
Receptacle and retainer sold separately
Steel, zinc-plated or stainless steel studs
Price range: $7.16-$10.22 per stud depending on finish, $1.75-$7.37 per receptacle, $0.35-$3.68 per retainer
Selecting the correct receptacle and retainer for the stud: https://files.southco.com/static/Literature/d4.en.pdf