What windshield sunshades are you using?
01-19-18, 08:07 PM
#16
Driver School Candidate
Avoid Intro-tech!
I have tried twice the LX-44R "Ultimate" shades over the past two weeks and neither fit anywhere close to what they should. It is about 4 inches too wide and 3 inches too short. I've had 2 of these for previous vehicles and they fit perfect. Not sure why they can't get this one right. Bad lot maybe? Those 7 year olds in China just don't build things like they used to.
The return process through AutoAnything is also a disappointment. I suppose I'll try the covercraft version through a different supplier although it's pricier - but maybe it will at least fit properly.
The return process through AutoAnything is also a disappointment. I suppose I'll try the covercraft version through a different supplier although it's pricier - but maybe it will at least fit properly.
01-20-18, 11:12 AM
#17
Intermediate
I have tried twice the LX-44R "Ultimate" shades over the past two weeks and neither fit anywhere close to what they should. It is about 4 inches too wide and 3 inches too short. I've had 2 of these for previous vehicles and they fit perfect. Not sure why they can't get this one right. Bad lot maybe? Those 7 year olds in China just don't build things like they used to.
The return process through AutoAnything is also a disappointment. I suppose I'll try the covercraft version through a different supplier although it's pricier - but maybe it will at least fit properly.
The return process through AutoAnything is also a disappointment. I suppose I'll try the covercraft version through a different supplier although it's pricier - but maybe it will at least fit properly.
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01-20-18, 07:08 PM
#18
Driver School Candidate
I have the Intro-Tech Ultimate LX-44-R Sunshade. At first, I thought it was not a good fit. It seemed too big on sides and too short at the top. Then I realized, it really needs to past the ridge at the bottom of the windshield. It fits best to be as close to the glass as possible. Maybe you could post a picture and I can send one to compare.
01-22-18, 12:36 PM
#19
I believe I have it as far as it will go between the dash and windshield. Here is what it looks like. It certainly doesn't fit like the ones I've had in the past, but I'm certainly not immune to operator error! If I'm doing something wrong, any help would be appreciated.
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Neckbeard (01-24-18)
01-22-18, 08:36 PM
#20
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Looks like it's getting caught on the dash vents. This happens to me almost every single day! You jus need to move it around a bit and push the bottom edge of the sunshade forward/outward towards the windshield. It's almost a two person job until you get the hang of it. You shouldn't see any part of the dash from the outside if it's in there correctly.
Yes. That is the pain of this sunshade. Need to get it it in all the way to the bottom edge of the glass. It always gets caught in the vents and needs to go past it. Otherwise, it will not fit properly. I will see if I can take a photo and post it. These days I am leaving for work and getting home in the dark, so It is hard to get a good photo. In Texas heat, this sunshade makes a huge difference compared to others that I have tried. Now in winter it helps keep the car from getting too cold.
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01-24-18, 10:43 AM
#23
Driver School Candidate
Thank you for posting these pics. It looks like you're getting more coverage at the top around the rear view mirror than I am getting. I have contacted Intro-tech and they are looking in to it as well. They are very responsive to the inquiry. We'll see how this plays out.
01-24-18, 07:40 PM
#24
Intermediate
Thank you for posting these pics. It looks like you're getting more coverage at the top around the rear view mirror than I am getting. I have contacted Intro-tech and they are looking in to it as well. They are very responsive to the inquiry. We'll see how this plays out.
I had a similar issue when I first used them. Need to make sure the bottom of the shade is right where the glass meets the dash. The panels should be flat against the glass. It takes a little extra effort to flatten them and get past the vent ridge at the bottom of the windshield. I had contacted Intro-Tech and they were very responsive and asked to send photos. They suggested to make sure the sunshade was right against the glass. That’s when I realized I was just letting the folds of the shade get caught with the vent ridges. Once I pushed them in over the vent ridges and against the glass, the shade covered the glass completely edge to edge.
If you see the dash from outside, the shade is not in enough.
If you see the dash from outside, the shade is not in enough.
08-22-18, 02:12 PM
#25
Driver School Candidate
Follow up
I had a similar issue when I first used them. Need to make sure the bottom of the shade is right where the glass meets the dash. The panels should be flat against the glass. It takes a little extra effort to flatten them and get past the vent ridge at the bottom of the windshield. I had contacted Intro-Tech and they were very responsive and asked to send photos. They suggested to make sure the sunshade was right against the glass. That’s when I realized I was just letting the folds of the shade get caught with the vent ridges. Once I pushed them in over the vent ridges and against the glass, the shade covered the glass completely edge to edge.
If you see the dash from outside, the shade is not in enough.
If you see the dash from outside, the shade is not in enough.
Anyway, I'm happy that I had the cover for this summer here in AZ.
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05-01-21, 05:11 AM
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where are you buying your sunshades? I just bought a new rx 350 and I want to protect the interior especially the dash. where are you buying the soft two piece sunshades you mention in your post. I agree with you that a $15 dollar sun shade that works well is the best way to go.
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05-03-21, 07:53 AM
#27
where are you buying your sunshades? I just bought a new rx 350 and I want to protect the interior especially the dash. where are you buying the soft two piece sunshades you mention in your post. I agree with you that a $15 dollar sun shade that works well is the best way to go.
05-04-21, 01:46 AM
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