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Neweller · 09-12-2012, 02:02 AM

As JohnC has stated above, the cost of such a modification sounds unrealistic. I'm sure if the factory were to do it, they would have to have their engineer put a

stamp of approval on it. Myself having knowledge of motor vehicle and truck body structure design training and knowing you would be removing the center

support you would then need to add strength elsewhere meeting any rollover requirements set by FMVSS. The design would have to account for proper rigidity as to

prevent any possibility of glass breakage due to body flexing. I'm assuming the one piece windshields Newell Coach is using are encapsulated and must be bonded in

with at least an 870 pound force per square inch polyurethane glass adhesive sealant.

Just my nickels worth,

Ken

09-12-2012, 02:02 AM	#5
Neweller Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Heartland Posts: 3,563	As JohnC has stated above, the cost of such a modification sounds unrealistic. I'm sure if the factory were to do it, they would have to have their engineer put a stamp of approval on it. Myself having knowledge of motor vehicle and truck body structure design training and knowing you would be removing the center support you would then need to add strength elsewhere meeting any rollover requirements set by FMVSS. The design would have to account for proper rigidity as to prevent any possibility of glass breakage due to body flexing. I'm assuming the one piece windshields Newell Coach is using are encapsulated and must be bonded in with at least an 870 pound force per square inch polyurethane glass adhesive sealant. Just my nickels worth, Ken __________________ Ken Previous Owner of 3 Newell's Wanted: Newell Coach Needing Engine Replacement! If you want to sell, PM or Private Message me. Thanks! "I know I’m not perfect, and I don't live to be. But before you start pointing fingers, make sure your hands are clean." -Bob Marley