WindRestrictor The Ultimate Accessory For Your C7 Corvette
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- čas přidán 20. 08. 2024
- WindRestrictor The Ultimate Accessory For Your C7 Corvette
I show you how a complete and detailed Video showing the Installation of a Wind Deflector from WindRestrictor in a C7 Corvette Coupe.
Here is the link to get your WindRestrictor and get your 10% Discount
www.windrestri...
You must mention the Code : Corvette Channel to get your 10% Discount.
Nice video, got me sold. Just orders itched and illuminated for my 2019 Grand Sport. Thanks... 3/21/21 - Received and installed per your video. Didn't even bother with the instructions. Your video was long, but extremely thorough. Turned out perfect. Thanks again.
The video is very informative, didn't miss a beat to include all you need or want to know.
I just ordered a wind restrictor for our new C7 Grand Sport! Got the Corvette Channel Discount too, thanks! Looking forward to seeing you when the pandemic eases...our best to you and Jennifer, Jim and Sunny Pinkowski, Just for Corvettes.
Hey there....so glad you got one you will love it!! Glad you got the discount!!
Hopefully we will see you soon!!
Scott, Thank you for the great instructions. I was able to put the wind deflector on virtually by myself. I did have hubby help a little to strip the wires and turn the screws while I held the wire in place. Only comment I have is, the instructions say to allow the bracket to cure for 72 hours before attaching the wind restrictor. Of course, I did not see that until I had it attached. Otherwise, your instructions are great and easy to follow.
Hello,
Thank you for watching and I am glad you got it done.
I was told that they were going to remove that note from the instructions because the stick tape is much improved now.
I have installed piles of them exactly how I did it in my video.
I am sure your install will be just fine.
Again that's for watching.
Excellent step by step video.
Great video Scott.
Excellent video! 👍
Thank you!!
Awesome!!!
Hi Scott. I bought my first corvette this week (2014 Stingray coupe with the Z51 3LT package - sweeeet!) and I guess like any newbie I've spent far too many hours watching videos and searching for accessories to add. Of all the videos I've watched, yours seem to be the most informative and your channel is the only one I've subscribed to. Ever. And I'm 61 years old. Anyway, I am likely to purchase a WindRestrictor but I'm probably not going to get it illuminated. I only have one question. Does it restrict the view out of the rear window at all, particularly if I get it etched? As you know, there is little visibility as it is and this is the main reason I'll not get the illumination. Thanks and keep these quality videos coming.
Hi Karl,
Thank you for your question. It is a great question! I apologize for not answering sooner, but we were in Oregon at The Southern Oregon Corvette Weekend.
I posted a picture in the Community section of our CZcams Channel showing mine.
I have a lot of stuff on mine not just the one emblem, and I had to adjust my mirror a little, but I have full view out the mirror I can see everything thru the area above the CORVETTE lettering.
I understand the importance of being able to see out the window and I would not tell you a story. You can see just fine!
One other thing you mentioned not getting the illumination. I love mine the way it lights up and the remote allows you to shut it off if you dont want it on. But they look awesome going down the road and especially at a car show. You can turn it to almost any color with the multi color LED kit and you can also get a rechargeable battery pack that you can run it off of at a car show so you dont have to worry about killing your battery having on for hours with the car off.
If you have any other questions please let me know and thank you so much for the awesome comments!!
very nice great job
Thank you very much!
Cool product. Quick question...If you choose to hard-wire the lighted version as described, can you turn on the illumination while parked at a show with the car off or do you need to hit the start button in order to light it up? Same question as to when the car is turned on and you're driving. Can you also turn it off for example when you're driving during a sunny day and don't need or want the lighted illumination. Does the remote control provide that option, or would you need to install the optional battery pack instead of hard-wiring it into your car? Also, can you remove it if it is the hard-wired version without disconnecting the wiring to the fuse box and battery? Meaning, can you remove the restrictor from the light bar at the top?
Hi Allen,
Great Questions.
Let me try to answer you.
My unit was hard wired in the video, but later I added a quick change harness that allows you to use the Rechargeable 12 volt battery pack that you have to buy at an additional charge.
With having it just hard wired in you would have to turn on the Key to get power to the WindRestrictor unless you picked a different fuse to get power from.
With it hard wired in and the car is running and you dont need the WindRestrictor on, you can use the Remote to shut it off.
As far as removing the WindRestrictor, I am not sure why you would want to do that. But yes the light bar is only attached by a couple of allen screws. So you could take it of the Restrictor itself and still keep the wiring in tack.
Hopefully this answers your questions,
Scott
@@THECORVETTECHANNEL Thanks. So with your quick change harness, where do you place the rechargeable battery pack in the car? I also watched your convertible installation video and the tonneau cover allows you to mount and hide the battery pack. Not sure where to route the wires and hide the battery pack in the coupe. Behind passenger seat?
@@allenharmsen6915 HI Allen there is a Styrofoam cover that sits above the battery. I cut a hole in the Styrofoam that allows the battery to fit in flush in the cover. Hope that helps.
@@THECORVETTECHANNEL Great thanks. So you maintained your original power wire routing along the trim and just installed the restrictor battery pack in the cutout above the car battery cover. Nice idea. I also wonder if connecting it to Fuse #22 (Rear Accessory Power Outlet) instead of Fuse #37 (Front Accessory Power Outlet) would allow the unit to be turned on by the remote without the car running since the rear accessory power outlet is used for the battery tender. Not sure if that makes any difference since the battery tender is plugged into an external power outlet. Just trying to figure out the best option to have it hot wired to turn on/off with the remote without starting the car.
Thanks for the video, Question, if I choose to take it completely out completely and return to factory one day, can the mounts be removed from the window panels without damage or residue?
I'm sure that makes your rear view mirror useful at night.
Great video! One question, does it rattle on the highway or make an unusual noise with the roof panel on and/or off. If you could share your experience, that would be great! Thank you!
Great Question...
No it is perfectly quiet! It doesn't make any noise and it does not rattle.
That's Awesome !!
Thanks John!!
The instruction on mine say to wait 72 hours after installing the brackets before installing the clear restrictor. I just installed brackets today that is why I am asking. Is that really necessary. Thanks love your channel
You should be fine. Make.you use the hair dryer or heat gun to warm it up to make sure the adhesive actvates.
looks nice!
Great video thanks. Where do you buy most of your corvette items on your wall?
I have collected most if it over the years at various places. Hobby Lobby, The National Corvette Museum, garage sales, etc.
That's good work.... could I get the code for this
your video is so helpful that im almost done with installation...but just one problem. In my car, fuse slot no. 37 (Accessory fuse) is already taken by dashcam. i live in pretty scary town so i can't remove it. can i connect the power wire elsewhere on rear fusebox?
Yes you can. I recommend using one that shuts off with the car. You can get a test light at any automotive store.
Good Luck!!
@@THECORVETTECHANNEL Thanks! local car guy just connected the LED module in the middle of existing wire on fuse 37. I'm leaving this comment in case if anyone bump into same trouble i had.
Thanx
Does having this product dampen the audio from the rear; because if it doesn't, I'm sold. (19' Stingray)
That's a great question. I have not noticed any difference!
I'm about to place the order...just want to make sure...in your video, is the restrictor the "etched & illuminated" one right? Also, the only accessory you've shown is just the "color changing illumination w/remote" right? Those are in my cart but before I blow $450 bucks, I want to make sure everything is OK. Do I need any optional wiring accessories? I plan to install it the same way shown in your video.
@@hisokaspider4882 Hello,
Yes I installed the unit exactly as it comes from the factory. I did not use any additional wiring. The only thing I added that was not included was the connector that I used to connect to the negative battery cable.
One other thing that you may want to get is the portable rechargeable battery that way you can turn it on at night or indoors for hours without running the engine or draining the car battery.
I just got mine and I will be making a video on how to install it. But unless you will be indoors or at night with the motor off for a long period you will not need it. I decided to get one because I go to multiple indoor car shows.
If you have any other questions please let me know. I will be happy to help!
You are going to totally love it!
Have a great night,
Scott
@@THECORVETTECHANNEL Cool....I'll purchase & wait for your next video just to be sure its done right. Worst case scenario I'll use this video as a back-up. Since this is my first Corvette & still learning...are all C7's similar to each-other with respect to the battery location? I also didn't see you disconnect anything...don't want to short anything or electrocute myself...LoL...
@@hisokaspider4882 ok sounds good I will try to get that video filmed as soon as possible so you have it.
I did not have to disconnect the cable from the battery. If you watch the video you will see I used a smaller bolt that is connected to the negative cable.
All C7's batteries are located in the same place and yours will look just like mine.
Where are you located? Maybe you can find a shop that will wire it.
If you have more questions please let me know.
Feel free to email me at thecorvettechannel@gmail.com
Have a great night!!
I like your video, what city are you live in California if you don't mind
HI Kiem... thank you! I live in Sacramento
I was planning on installing my restrictor today but when I was unpacking and setting things up yesterday I noticed that I was missing the wiring that connects the power line to the fuse box/negative post. That sucks...waiting on "WindRestrictors" to reply my email, so instead of just placing the restrictor with no wiring in my car I felt watching the parades (DC) on CZcams was an excellent fallback.
Man I am so sorry...they are great people I know they will get you fixed up ASAP!
Great video Scott!! Question on the single lite it don’t come with a remote so when the car is on it’s always lite up or can you turn it off? I don’t know if I want it lit while driving. Thanks.
Hi Don,
First Thanks !! Second...Your right. There is no switch but it is very simple to add a switch to turn it on and off or wire it into your third brake light or something like that.
Hopefully that answers your question.
If not please let me know.
THE CORVETTE CHANNEL Hi Scott, just looked over there web site. I will have to check with them. But it gives you option 9v switch that you don’t have to run it to a fuse box. So I assume it will lite up the single lite with the 9volt.
@@donrussell7951 yes they do have a 9volt switch option.
THE CORVETTE CHANNEL thank Scott I just got done chatting with them. The dimmer switch is the better option. With the single light I would still hook up like you did to the fuse and battery but it comes with a key fob remote to shut off or on and you can make the light brighter or dimmer with it. That is the 35.00 option. Thank you,
SCott, doesn’t this wind deflector block your vision through the rear view mirror ? Great video !
I can actually see out just fine!! Thanks!!
THE CORVETTE CHANNEL Great to hear. Without me looking about the price on your link, how much does the 4 color one cost? Definitely saving this video also for my future C7 !
@@stephendibari5010depending on options and the Corvette Channel discount 500-600 or so in that ball park. They vary on car and options etc.
Hope that helps.
THE CORVETTE CHANNEL sure helps ! Thank you ! Enjoy your weekend! We’re on lockdown here in Staten Island NY !
@@stephendibari5010 Be Safe. We are locked down also!! Fun Fun!!
is removing the bracket going to damage the trim panel
No you just need to use a Bylon Pry Tool
Can you get different designs cut into the restrictor?
Yes you can do a custom image it just needs to be a high quality image . The image in the middle of mine in the video is my car.
Are you near NJ , if so can I hire you to install my windrestrictor
I'm sorry I'm in California
would this fit with a coupe aftermarket waterfall?
what is the cost
It varies from Generation of car or coupe or Convertible and if you get a single color or Muti color or no color and what logo you get.
Check out their web site.
Www.windrestrictor.com and when you make up your mind on what you would like give them a call and order it. Be sure to mention Corvette Channel to get your 10% Discount.
Good Luck! Thanks for watching!!
what is the name of the product I can clean the WR with?
Is this street legal? I want one.
Yes they are but you can only use certain colors when moving.
@@THECORVETTECHANNEL can you use white