Heatshield vs. Intro Tech vs. Covercraft UVS100

I have the Heatshield and LOVE IT. It's so much better than those store bought ones that get all soft after awhile. This thing is sturdy and feels like it's going to last for quite some time. Yes it is kind of big rolled up but I'm fine with it. It does fit quite well and I don't have to put down the visors but I still do just to give it added support.

It works really well by the way. The thing feels like it has some insulation between the sliver and the backing.

 

Depends how tightly you roll it up.

The tighter you roll it, the more you will soften the foam insulation so it won't be as rigid later. Whether that will cause the insulation to be less effective and if it will cause the shield to potentially sag later in life do to the flexibility you induced remains to be seen, and possibly debated.

We just roll it loosely and either stow it in the rear footwell, on the retractable storage shelf cover, or in the cargo area and don't obsess over how thick it is.

 

I'm also planning to purchase the sunshade soon. Comparing the 3 brands in Amazon, Heatshield is the bestselling and highest rated, followed by Covercraft then Intro-Tech. The more people who buy the product means they are willing to take a chance on it and if they rate it high means they are satisfied with their purchase.

 

i vote heatshield. i purchased 3 already. its very difficult to roll up with the existing velcro. solution - find a 99 store or something and get another piece of velcro to extend the length. it won't fit under seat. i just toss it into the rear seats without rolling it up.

and i urge you to buy the heatshield from danny and priuschat. it helps support this great site. it is almost the same price as amazon. vote with your wallet.


crazy heat! have you looked into tinting your windshield with air blue 80 or huper optik? those two are almost unnoticeable unless you're looking for them. i have tinted windows, huper, solar fan, and the heat shield. so far, my car has been very bearable in socal heat.

 

I agree and they do not charge shipping and sales tax unlike Amazon. Their website also states that give discount to PC members. Do you know how much discount they provide?

 

i think the discount expired a long time ago. it suspect it wasn't much of a dealbreaker.

 

I've used the Covercraft UVS100 in every vehicle I've owned for the past ~15 years. I love the product. The materials and craftsmanship are high quality. The heat reduction is dramatic due to the vehicle specific fit. Storage has never been an issue.

NOTE: I usually store the UVS100 on the ground behind the drivers seat when not in use.

 

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The PC Heatshield is very sturdy- I've been using mine for over a year now- it's still like new.
Highly recommended....

 

Don't forget when using the Heatshield, always face west. It has worked for me better this way when heat is brutal.

 

Ordered the Heatshield from PC Store on 7/8 and received it yesterday. Shipping to delivery took only one day - Impressive. Found out from the tracking # that the manufacturer is on the next city from where I live.

 

I use one of those types that roll up into a frisbie size, nice and compact. Even though it is jumbo sized it is just a little small. Does anyone know of one like this that fits better?


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Have been really happy with the Heatshield.

 

ST321, So has has your use of the Heatshield worked out. Has it become any less cumbersome as you got used to it? Have your changed to one you feel is easier to deploy and store?
WOW, BLACK car in Vegas... brave man!

I am concerned if any sun shade is too much bother, my wife won't even use it (it's her commuter). They don't have much affect sitting in the back seat. I think I saw someone that used two separate round thin colapsible shades. Sure, when installed they do not block as much heat due to thin material and not covering all parts of the window... But if this system would actually get used, then it's better than anything that stays in the back seat. We are in the valley in north calif, not Vegas, but high 90's and occasional 100 F in summers.

 

quote="davekro, post: 1936688, member: 118591"]I am concerned if any sun shade is too much bother, my wife won't even use it (it's her commuter). They don't have much affect sitting in the back seat. I think I saw someone that used two separate round thin colapsible shades. Sure, when installed they do not block as much heat due to thin material and not covering all parts of the window... But if this system would actually get used, then it's better than anything that stays in the back seat. We are in the valley in north calif, not Vegas, but high 90's and occasional 100 F in summers.[/quote]

Try a super jumbo magic shade. $11 at Amazon. http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31bEjMfN4vL._SL500_.jpg