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Old 07-22-15 | 03:59 PM
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Has anyone ever come across or maybe seen a DIY sun shade for side windows? I've come across these online but I was wanting a more prefect fit.

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I don't have any tint on my windows and I just wanted to keep the sun and it's heat out. Ill consider any DIY ideas
Old 07-22-15 | 04:37 PM
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I was about to recommend Junction Produce Curtains, but then at that price point, you might as well get tints lol.
Old 07-22-15 | 04:52 PM
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https://www.heatshieldstore.com/

i recommend these.
Old 07-23-15 | 09:53 AM
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Another vote for heatshield
Old 07-23-15 | 10:12 AM
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i had my all of windows lightly tinted with 3m's crystalline line (including the windshield), although my car still gets unbearably hot when sitting in the sun anywhere -- will the heatshield sun shades provide any additional cooling?

also, our dashes are kind of fragile in that they scratch easily, not as bad as the second-generation IS, although still easily scratched; has anyone found sun shades to scratch the dash?
Old 07-23-15 | 10:20 AM
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Originally Posted by LexSense
I was about to recommend Junction Produce Curtains, but then at that price point, you might as well get tints lol.
Has anyone done VIP curtains on 3is? Trying to picture it looking tasteful in this sporty car.
Old 07-23-15 | 10:45 AM
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I use http://www.covercraft.com/windshield_sun_shields.html for front windshield
Old 07-23-15 | 10:47 AM
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Originally Posted by davyjordi
i had my all of windows lightly tinted with 3m's crystalline line (including the windshield), although my car still gets unbearably hot when sitting in the sun anywhere -- will the heatshield sun shades provide any additional cooling?

also, our dashes are kind of fragile in that they scratch easily, not as bad as the second-generation IS, although still easily scratched; has anyone found sun shades to scratch the dash?
heatshield really does help. I put mine up religiously and yeah when i get in sure the car is hot, but not unbearable like it would be if it wasn't there.
Old 07-23-15 | 11:11 AM
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Originally Posted by Baopee
I recently purchased the same visor and so far I am happy with it.
Old 07-23-15 | 12:08 PM
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Originally Posted by evident
heatshield really does help. I put mine up religiously and yeah when i get in sure the car is hot, but not unbearable like it would be if it wasn't there.
thanks! i'll have to look into buying either a headshield or a covercraft sun shade.
Old 07-23-15 | 12:12 PM
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Originally Posted by evident
Good choice for the windsheild. However I recommend tinting the side windows, since you can use them while driving . Additionally , the removable curtains if you open the windows while driving BOOM you lose them ( happened to a friend ).
Old 07-23-15 | 12:55 PM
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Direct Link to Amazon so you can read the reviews on the HeatShield.  I use this one daily and I love it! Direct Link to Amazon so you can read the reviews on the HeatShield. I use this one daily and I love it!
Old 07-23-15 | 01:06 PM
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i ordered my cover craft sun shade through http://www.autoanything.com/, i paid about 41.00 shipped during 4th July sales.
Old 07-23-15 | 02:36 PM
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I decided get to go wit 5% tint on my back glass and 20% on my front. Might be illegal in Louisiana but I think I'll get by.
Old 07-24-15 | 10:43 AM
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Got the Covercraft, but it doesnt cover the full lengths of the windshield. the sides are short by 1" each side. I am actually debating to get the heatshield since it seems to go from edge to edge with complete coverage.


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