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Sun shield for Prime

Discussion in 'Prime Main Forum (2017-2022)' started by maprice, Jul 13, 2019.

  1. maprice

    maprice Junior Member

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    I'm trying to find a sun shield for our Prime. Any recommedations on brands that will fit our Prime. I don't want to pay $50 or more for the custom ones that look just like the ones sold in Walmart. Thank you.
     
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  2. Blue-Adept

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  3. Dennis_MA

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    I have one (HeatShield) and like it a lot. Keeps the interior much cooler. Very good fit.
     
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  4. jb in NE

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    Does anybody make one for the rear hatch window? That's where most of the heat comes in.
     
    #4 jb in NE, Jul 13, 2019
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  6. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    I use a Heatshield. I’ve been using them on all 4 Prii and a Smart Fortwo. Custom fit for not too much more than the accordion one at Walmart.
     
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    You can make your own. This is a pretty good guide of the materials/process if your into DIY solutions:
     
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    The $50 ones may look like the cheap ones but are nothing like that. There insulated and last for years and years. I'm going on 11 years with the Weathertech I bought at the Prius Shop. Custom fit to the window and very sturdy.
     
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  9. MikeDee

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    I use a super jumbo Magic Shade. Two pieces and folds into a much smaller circle, much cheaper, and works well. Bought it on Amazon.
     
    #9 MikeDee, Jul 21, 2019
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    I bought this one at Costco for $10 US. It's foldable, pretty basic, It fits the Prime windshield nicely, is reversible (silver or light blue) and it comes with two suction-cup side shades. My wife already installed one on the passenger window. It fits the passenger side nicely and doesn't block my view of the side mirror.

    This was a very good buy. Even if it craps out in 4 years, it's still $2.50 a year.

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    #10 jb in NE, Jul 27, 2019
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