Window Covers

kzener40 · 09-14-2002, 06:37 AM

I notice that there are snaps (on the exterior)on each corner of the windshield, driver and passenger side windows. I assume they're for putting covers on to keep the sun and weather elements out. I know I could have someone just make some to fit but maybe they're available through a source? Does anyone out there us these and if so where could I get the covers that go on them?

Thanks for your help,
Ken

ALANSD · 09-14-2002, 01:55 PM

mine came with the front cover, a green canvas type that fits as you described. I find it difficult to use, in most instances, so I use the silver sun protectant bubble material that comes in a big roll. We cut it to fit the side windows, roof vents, door window,and front windshield. Then I bound the edges with the silver insulated tape. The roll was under 20 bucks and covered it all.
It has worked great all summer to keep out the sun and heat, and we use it at night for privacy as well, instead of a front wrap around curtain. The roof vent covers have a couple of small velcro tabs to keep them attached. The stuff all rolls up and stashes in a closet when not needed.

kzener40 · 09-15-2002, 07:14 AM

Thanks Alan for the info.....your approach sounds much easier.

Ken

ALANSD · 09-15-2002, 09:16 AM

here is a photo fo a similiar install, although this one is a pre-made. I was able to find the roll and my wife and I cut out all the necessary pieces from it. The premade may have a better binding, but the metallic tape ,so far has held up.

kzener40 · 09-16-2002, 07:42 AM

I'll head to Camping world and round some up....sounds like a fun and easy job.

Thanks again,
Ken

mareinmn · 09-16-2002, 02:07 PM

OUR 1972 OVERLANDER HAD THE SAME SNAPS AND CAME WITH ZIPDEE COVERS THAT MATCHED THE AWNING. WE LIKED THE FRONT AND BACK SO MUCH I SEWED THE WINDOW COVERS ALL AROUND. i'M SURE YOU COULD CONTACT ZIP DEE AND GET THE FULL STORY.
THIS IS GREAT IF YOU ARE NOT RUNNING THE AIR CONDIDTIONER BUT WHEN THE WINDOWS HAVE TO BE SHUT IT IS AWFULL DARK.
WE ARE STILL PLANNING TO GET A SIDE AWNING BUT THE MOTORHOME IS THE PRIORITY NOW.