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Message: Apparently not in these cars - dealer (Serice Manager) was very clear (read inside)

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Changed By: grant
Change Date: May 04, 2016 01:00PM

Nope Apparently not in these cars - dealer (Serice Manager) was very clear (read inside)
" it is not a stressed member, if you have debris that allows the surround to apply torque, it can easily result in a cracked windshield. The most common issue is rust or an improperly laid silicone surround"

And FYI this is a well known racing dealership who knows well how the car is used :-)

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Author: grant
Date: May 04, 2016 12:59PM

Nope - dealer was very clear (read inside)
" it is not a stressed member, if you have debris that allows the surround to apply torque, it can easily result in a cracked windshield. The most common issue is rust or an improperly laid silicone surround"