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You question seems to be about the thickness of the original Triplex laminated screen versus the currently available laminated screens. I reckon both would be close to the same thickness so the currently available sealing rubber is OK for either.

What is the thickness of your Triplex screen?

https://minisport.com.au/mini-front-win ... 59-to-1991

188 views and only 5 votes to a simple yes or no question. Says enough about this poll.

My guess is not everyone is willing to commit.

cooperess wrote:

My guess is not everyone is willing to commit.

For what it's worth I have just voted. I didn't previously as I thought the poll question didn't quite relate to the issue being faced, which is about what rubber seal to use. Hopefully that now been answered satisfactorily.

I was hoping to message members who replied with a yes to get any info on the rubber seal they used because the current seals do not fit.

Author:	cooperess [ Sun Jan 15, 2023 8:24 am ]
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Running this poll because I am trying to source the correct rubber replacement. Hope I get a response so I can install my TRIPLEX laminated windscreen in my Cooper S with a new rubber. I may be contacting members who have a positive vote. If there are no YES votes, it would appear I have the only TRIPLEX left and that must be GOLD. Attachment: TRIPLEX Laminated Windscreen (4).jpg

Author:	p7676 [ Thu Jan 19, 2023 4:49 pm ]
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seems like you have been restoring this car for years, forget about polls just FINISH the build Allen

Author:	cooperess [ Fri Jan 20, 2023 12:15 pm ]
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The poll is because I think these windscreens were the original ones used and no one seems to know anything about them. Your right Allen but what's the rush.

Author:	Steam [ Fri Jan 20, 2023 12:46 pm ]
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Slow and steady wins the race. Check out the tortoise and the hare.

Author:	winabbey [ Fri Jan 20, 2023 2:37 pm ]
Post subject:	Re: TRIPLEX LAMINATED WINDSCREEN
You question seems to be about the thickness of the original Triplex laminated screen versus the currently available laminated screens. I reckon both would be close to the same thickness so the currently available sealing rubber is OK for either. What is the thickness of your Triplex screen? https://minisport.com.au/mini-front-win ... 59-to-1991

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Author:	timmy201 [ Fri Jan 20, 2023 2:57 pm ]
Post subject:	Re: TRIPLEX LAMINATED WINDSCREEN
One manual I’ve seen says: Toughened glass 3/16” Laminated glass 1/4”

Author:	winabbey [ Fri Jan 20, 2023 3:58 pm ]
Post subject:	Re: TRIPLEX LAMINATED WINDSCREEN
The slot for the glass in a Cooper S rubber seal is around 1/4" according to the engineering drawing. The round-nose and Clubman parts books shows both the toughened (thinner) and laminated (thicker) screens that were available, and their corresponding rubbers. Attachment: PUB1012 RE02-1 R.jpg Attachment: PUB1052 page RG2.jpg Note that some current suppliers use the HYA7161 number to identify what they sell, but that was the number for the thinner version which is not really of use these days as laminated became standard. They should be using HYA7162 for complete accuracy but not a big deal as their product description tells you what you are getting.

Author:	p7676 [ Fri Jan 20, 2023 5:28 pm ]
Post subject:	Re: TRIPLEX LAMINATED WINDSCREEN
The Cooper S was laminated , thickness was 1-4 inch .The new rubbers will fit any screen.Easy to fit, tool required for locking strip or you can make one , the easiest way to fit them is fit the rubber in the opening then install the glass. I have also used the rope method if you use this method the rope must be pulled parallel to the screen and baby powder must be applied to the rope. When fitting Mini Door Rubbers brush baby powder onto the rubbers if you do this twice a year the doors will close well . Today I have fitted 4 door rubbers to a Morris 1500 the owner could not get the doors to shut correctly some adjusting was required and the use of BABY POWDER on the rubbers .They now fit better than new ,as usual a love job for a club member. Hope this helps Larry , time does count for me as I am 76 and going strong. You can also use baby powder on the locking strips. Allen

Author:	cooperess [ Fri Jan 20, 2023 6:28 pm ]
Post subject:	Re: TRIPLEX LAMINATED WINDSCREEN
winabbey wrote: You question seems to be about the thickness of the original Triplex laminated screen versus the currently available laminated screens. I reckon both would be close to the same thickness so the currently available sealing rubber is OK for either. What is the thickness of your Triplex screen? https://minisport.com.au/mini-front-win ... 59-to-1991 7.25mm thick, that equals ⁹/₃₂"

Author:	p7676 [ Fri Jan 20, 2023 6:57 pm ]
Post subject:	Re: TRIPLEX LAMINATED WINDSCREEN
1-4 inch or 6.5 mm The main thing is it should be a laminated screen for driver and passenger safety it is now an ADR also OEM requirement. Just like in an old car you would fit front seat belts for safety I have fitted belts in a lot of old cars .Don't think I would like to be in a head on without belts and a laminated screen Allen

Author:	TK [ Fri Jan 20, 2023 8:43 pm ]
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188 views and only 5 votes to a simple yes or no question. Says enough about this poll.

Author:	cooperess [ Fri Jan 20, 2023 8:47 pm ]
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TK wrote: 188 views and only 5 votes to a simple yes or no question. Says enough about this poll. My guess is not everyone is willing to commit.

Author:	winabbey [ Sat Jan 21, 2023 11:11 am ]
Post subject:	Re: TRIPLEX LAMINATED WINDSCREEN
cooperess wrote: My guess is not everyone is willing to commit. For what it's worth I have just voted. I didn't previously as I thought the poll question didn't quite relate to the issue being faced, which is about what rubber seal to use. Hopefully that now been answered satisfactorily.

Author:	cooperess [ Sat Jan 21, 2023 12:14 pm ]
Post subject:	Re: TRIPLEX LAMINATED WINDSCREEN
winabbey wrote: cooperess wrote: My guess is not everyone is willing to commit. For what it's worth I have just voted. I didn't previously as I thought the poll question didn't quite relate to the issue being faced, which is about what rubber seal to use. Hopefully that now been answered satisfactorily. I was hoping to message members who replied with a yes to get any info on the rubber seal they used because the current seals do not fit.

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Author:	winabbey [ Sat Jan 21, 2023 12:52 pm ]
Post subject:	Re: TRIPLEX LAMINATED WINDSCREEN
cooperess wrote: I was hoping to message members who replied with a yes to get any info on the rubber seal they used because the current seals do not fit. Ah, OK. So you've tried the seals readily available from the usual Mini parts places and they don't fit? May have helped to mention that at the outset as most responses are pointing you to that part. How are the current seals not fitting? Is the gap too thin? Where did you source your Triplex screen? Is it New Old Stock or current manufacture?