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SCALEXTRIC C54 LOTUS

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Hi All
Hoping that one of you guys might be able to help me. I'm looking for a C54 Scalextric Lotus windshield. I know they are available on eBay but at crazy prices which I simply can not afford, I mean I don't mind paying but at a sensible cost, If you have one laying around in half decent condition please message me. Also why I'm on here anyone living in the Telford area of Shropshire interesting in racing and I could also do with a bit of help setting up the track this year.

Thank you all for your input . its a great hobby, thanks to you guys.


Martyn
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Hi Martyn,
I've made windshields for the Lotus 16's using the clear plastic covers from all types of food items.
Even if you have half a screen you can tape it to the plastic, trace it, turn it over and trace the other side to create the full screen.
Use some nail scissors to cut to shape.
I'll then hold it at the 2 ends, heat it with a hair dryer and slowly pull it into the desired shape by moving your fingers forward to crease the front of the screen.
Without heating the screen you can get the 'white' crease line to show which you don't want.
I've done this for cars that I've purchased without screens, but do replace them with originals if I can.
Just an idea that may help.

Matt
Hi Martyn,
I've made windshields for the Lotus 16's using the clear plastic covers from all types of food items.
Even if you have half a screen you can tape it to the plastic, trace it, turn it over and trace the other side to create the full screen.
Use some nail scissors to cut to shape.
I'll then hold it at the 2 ends, heat it with a hair dryer and slowly pull it into the desired shape by moving your fingers forward to crease the front of the screen.
Without heating the screen you can get the 'white' crease line to show which you don't want.
I've done this for cars that I've purchased without screens, but do replace them with originals if I can.
Just an idea that may help.

Matt
Thank you so much Matt, I’ll give it a go. I did briefly look into that but I couldn’t see how to get the shape. But with what you said I’ll have another look. Thank you. Martyn
Hello Martyn,......if making your own screen does not work out, I am sure I have one or two originals in very good shape................unfortunately I will not be at home for a few more weeks, so , let me know mid /end April how you made out and we can proceed from there.

Cheers
Chris Walker
Hello Martyn,......if making your own screen does not work out, I am sure I have one or two originals in very good shape................unfortunately I will not be at home for a few more weeks, so , let me know mid /end April how you made out and we can proceed from there.

Cheers
Chris Walker
thank you Chris most kind. I will however in the meantime have a go.

Many Thanks

Martyn
Here are 3 I fixed a while ago - so it can be done!
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Thank you 42redcat, yes your cars look great. thank you for the pictures and many thanks for the reply.

Martyn
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