A cracked, cloudy or missing windshield turns every golf cart ride into a fight with wind, rain, dust and road debris. Replacing it is the single cheapest change that makes a cart feel new again — and on a Club Car Precedent, Club Car DS or EZGO TXT, it takes about five minutes with no drilling and no special tools.
This guide covers the folding acrylic windshields and windscreens we build for Club Car, EZGO, Yamaha, Cushman, Star EV and Tomberlin carts, explains how to pick the right thickness and tint, walks through installation step by step, and shows how to order a custom windshield from your own drawing, photo or sample. Every windshield we sell is listed at the bottom with a direct link.
A Club Car Precedent windshield is the most requested shield we ship, followed by the older Club Car DS and the EZGO TXT, so the Club Car Precedent windshield specifications in this article are the ones most owners compare first. The same construction, hardware and fitment logic applies to every model listed in the fitment table below.
Why a Windshield Is the Best Value Upgrade on a Golf Cart
Golf cart windshields do four jobs at once, and all four are things owners notice on the very first drive:
- Wind and rain protection. A folding windshield keeps rain, cold air and spray off the seats and off the driver’s face, which extends the season on both ends of the year.
- Debris and golf ball protection. A 5mm acrylic shield stops flying golf balls, gravel, twigs and insects before they reach passengers.
- Glare and UV control. Tinted acrylic cuts sun glare during morning and late afternoon rounds and blocks a large share of UV radiation that fades seats and dashboards.
- Resale value. A clear, uncracked windshield signals a well-kept cart and is one of the first things a buyer inspects.
Folding Acrylic Windshields Explained
Acrylic vs. other clear plastics
Acrylic (PMMA) is the material used on nearly every original golf cart windshield because it combines high light transmission with good impact strength, and it can be heat-formed into the curved, hinged shapes a Club Car Precedent or EZGO TXT needs. Our shields are cut from high-density acrylic sheet with a double-sided protective film that is peeled off after installation, and every windshield ships in reinforced foam packaging so it arrives without scratches.
3/16 inch (5mm) thickness against thinner shields
Thickness is where cheap windshields give themselves away. Thin 1/8 inch shields flex at speed, rattle against the struts and crack at the mounting holes. A 3/16 inch (5mm) acrylic windshield stays rigid, holds its shape in summer heat and resists the impact of a golf ball as a shatter-resistant shield rather than a brittle panel that shatters on contact. If you drive a lifted cart, carry passengers on rough terrain, or leave the cart outside all season, choose the thicker shield. Polycarbonate is the other clear plastic used for golf cart windshields; it bends further before breaking, while acrylic offers better clarity and holds a factory curved shape, which keeps the acrylic windshield the standard choice for a replacement golf cart windshield on Club Car, EZGO and Yamaha carts.
Clear or tinted, folding or fixed
Clear acrylic gives maximum visibility in low light and looks closest to factory trim. Tinted acrylic reduces glare and heat build-up and hides light scratches over time. Folding and hinged designs let you flip the shield down on hot days or up when the weather turns, and the sealed hinge keeps wind noise low while staying rattle free.
A replacement golf cart windshield should match three things: the rail spacing of your cart, the thickness you need, and the tint that suits your climate. Owners looking for a Precedent windshield, a Club Car DS windshield, an EZGO TXT windscreen or a Yamaha Drive windshield end up comparing the same three numbers, which is why we publish the rail spacing and the part number for every shield we sell. Our aftermarket shields follow the OEM outline and install with the original windshield clips, so nothing on the cart changes, and the UV protection and glare control match what the factory shield delivered when the cart was new.
Featured: Club Car Precedent Folding Acrylic Windshield (102525101)
Our best-selling shield is the Club Car Precedent folding acrylic windshield 102525101, built for 2004-up Precedent, Tempo and Onward carts. It folds on a sealed hinge, installs on the original strut rails with the supplied clips, and needs no drilling or modification. The windshield is stocked in clear and tinted acrylic, and the same tooling covers the two-piece hinged version for owners who prefer a split shield.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Fits | Club Car Precedent 2004-up, Tempo, Onward (gas and electric) |
| Part number | 102525101 |
| Material | High-density acrylic with double-sided protective film |
| Style | Folding on a sealed hinge, factory mounting points |
| Hardware | All clips and mounting hardware included, no drilling |
| Options | Clear or tinted, individual or fleet quantities |
Two related shields cover the rest of the Precedent family: the hinged folding acrylic windshield for Precedent 102525101 for owners who want a split folding shield, and the Club Car DS hinged folding acrylic windshield 102435421 for DS and Carryall carts built before the Precedent platform arrived.
Windshield Fitment Guide: Club Car, EZGO and More
Golf cart windshields are model specific. The rail spacing, cowl curve and hinge height differ between a Club Car DS, a Precedent and an EZGO TXT, so the part number matters as much as the size. Use the table below to match your cart to the correct shield.
| Your golf cart | Correct windshield | Part number |
|---|---|---|
| Club Car Precedent 2004-up, Tempo, Onward | Precedent folding acrylic windshield | 102525101 |
| Club Car Precedent with split shield preference | Precedent hinged folding acrylic windshield | 102525101 |
| Club Car DS, Carryall (pre-Precedent) | DS hinged folding acrylic windshield | 102435421 |
| EZGO TXT 1994-2013, Medalist | EZGO TXT hinged folding acrylic windshield | 74910-G01 |
| Cart with a loose or worn windshield trim strip | One piece folding windshield retainer trim | EGWHC10 |
Installation: Five Minutes, No Drilling
- Unbox without scratching. Leave the double-sided protective film in place while you handle the shield, and rest it on the foam packing.
- Remove the old windshield. Unclip or unscrew the existing shield and keep the original clips if they are undamaged.
- Set the shield on the struts. Locate the factory mounting points on the front strut rails and seat the windshield into position.
- Fit the sash clips. Push the long and short clips into the rail channel. The snug fit is what keeps the windshield quiet at speed.
- Peel the film and test the fold. Remove the protective film from both faces, fold the shield down and up a few times, then confirm the hinge seals evenly across the width.
Care and Maintenance
- Rinse with plain water before wiping, so grit does not drag across the acrylic.
- Use a soft microfiber cloth and a mild soap solution. Never use paper towels, scouring pads or ammonia-based glass cleaners.
- Apply an acrylic-safe polish twice a season to fill light scratches and restore clarity.
- Check the clips and hinge bolts monthly, especially after rough terrain use.
- Store a spare shield flat and covered if the cart sits for the off-season.
Custom Windshields: Send a Drawing, a Photo or a Sample
Standard part numbers cover the common carts, and custom builds cover everything else. Send us a drawing, a photo of the cart with a tape measure in frame, or a physical sample and we will cut acrylic to your outline, thickness, tint and hole pattern. We also produce windshields for utility vehicles, shuttle carts and non-standard conversions that never had a factory shield at all.
- Custom size and shape: any outline, hinge position or fold line, including curved and wraparound shields.
- Custom tint and thickness: clear, light tint, dark tint, and thickness from thin trim panels up to heavy duty shields.
- Branding and packaging: printed logo or label on the protective film, retail-ready cartons, barcodes and hang tags for your own brand.
- Fleet and bulk orders: course, resort and dealer programs with consistent tooling, scheduled deliveries and quantity pricing. Sample first, then scale the order.
Because tooling stays with the same factory, a reorder years later still matches the first shipment. That consistency is what fleet managers and online sellers ask for most.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this windshield fit my Club Car Precedent?
The Club Car Precedent windshield we stock fits Precedent 2004 and newer, plus Tempo and Onward carts, gas or electric, using the original front strut rails. It does not fit the older Club Car DS platform, which uses the DS hinged folding windshield instead.
What is the difference between a folding windshield and a hinged windshield?
A folding windshield flips down as one panel on a sealed hinge. A hinged or two-piece windshield splits into an upper and lower panel so you can open only the top half. Both mount on the same factory rails and both ship with the clips needed for installation.
Is 3/16 inch acrylic better than 1/8 inch?
In most cases yes. The thicker 3/16 inch (5mm) acrylic resists flexing at speed, holds up to golf ball impacts and does not crack around the mounting holes the way thin shields often do. Thin material is only reasonable for a cart that stays on smooth pavement at low speed.
Do I need tools or drilling to install the windshield?
No. The shield is a bolt-on replacement that uses the factory mounting points and supplied sash clips. Most owners finish in about five minutes with no drilling and no modification to the cart.
Should I choose clear or tinted acrylic?
Choose clear for maximum visibility at night and in winter, and tinted acrylic for glare reduction on bright courses, lower heat build-up and better hiding of light surface scratches. Tinted shields still pass plenty of light for safe daytime driving.
Can you make a custom windshield for a cart that has no factory part?
Yes. Send a drawing, a photo with a tape measure, or a sample piece, and we produce acrylic to your outline, thickness, tint and hole pattern. Custom work is quoted per project and a sample can be approved before the full run.
Do you accept large or recurring orders?
We handle fleet, dealer and online seller volumes with consistent tooling, retail-ready packaging and scheduled deliveries. Quantity pricing starts at modest volumes, so a first order can be small and larger reorders still match the original shield exactly.
How do I keep the acrylic windshield clear?
Rinse off grit with water first, then wash with a soft microfiber cloth and mild soap. Keep ammonia-based cleaners, paper towels and abrasive pads away from the surface, and apply an acrylic-safe polish twice a year to reduce fine scratches.
Shop Every Windshield We Stock
- Club Car Precedent Folding Acrylic Windshield 102525101 — the featured shield for Precedent, Tempo and Onward.
- Club Car Precedent Hinged Folding Acrylic Windshield 102525101 — split folding version.
- Club Car DS Hinged Folding Acrylic Windshield 102435421 — for DS and Carryall carts.
- EZGO TXT Hinged Folding Acrylic Windshield 74910-G01 — for TXT and Medalist 1994-2013.
- EZGO TXT One Piece Folding Windshield Retainer Trim EGWHC10 — replacement trim strip for a loose shield.
Browse the full golf cart parts catalog for batteries, chargers, controllers and body parts that go with the new windshield, or read our brand maintenance guides for Club Car, EZGO, Yamaha and Cushman carts.
Questions about fitment, tint or a custom build? Send a photo of your cart and the measurements through the inquiry form on the product page, and we will confirm the correct windshield before you order.
