Sunroof deflector/wind shield

[nyvram]

So there are 2 i'm looking at on ebay.

One says OEM (or JDM) and the other is generic.

Any difference? Both are 3M adhesive. Is it louder when the sunroof is open and one of these are on? The little hinged thingie that sticks up when you open the roof starts beating out a rhythm about 65+ MPH and while its kinda fun sometimes..the constant whoop whoop whoop whoop whoop gets annoying.

GEneric $25
Sunroof Moonroof Visor Wind Deflector Bug Rain Shield Vent Sunvisor Fit Toyota | eBay

JDM $36
35 inch 880 mm JDM Sun Moon Roof Guard Smoke Visor Wind Deflector for Toyota | eBay

will i notice the difference? maybe the fit is better on the so-called JDM version?

 

[Brian757]

In all honesty, go with an AVS or go to your local stealership, ask for the part number and order it off of a cheap wholesale OEM Toyota/Scion website. I wouldn't go with eBay stuff, but just my opinion.

AVS:
http://www.autoanything.com/deflectors/69A1368A0A0.aspx

But measure the distance from end to end for the AVS deflector.

 

[tee-bone]

The little hinged thingie that sticks up when you open the roof starts beating out a rhythm about 65+ MPH and while its kinda fun sometimes..the constant whoop whoop whoop whoop whoop gets annoying.

This may be totally dumb, but all I have to do to get rid of the "whoop whoop" is open the rear hatch window about 1-3".

Verified that it works in my rig up to 95+ MPH.

 

[Brian757]

This may be totally dumb, but all I have to do to get rid of the "whoop whoop" is open the rear hatch window about 1-3".

Verified that it works in my rig up to 95+ MPH.

Haha on the verification. That wasn't necessary but thank you for your trial

I believe you are talking about "cavity resonance." The air passing over the open window forces the cavity, in this case, your car cabin to resonate. Just like blowing across the top of a bottle. By building pressure, it thumps repetitively until cabin pressure is lowered.

 

[jspagna1]

Personally I would get one that clips on. They are more expensive but better quality I think. I've had one on my 97 for 15 years with no problems.

Toyota 4Runner Sunroof Wind Deflector 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 Clip On | eBay

Toyota 4 Runner Sunroof Wind Deflector 4004 Moonroof Clips 1996 2002 | eBay

 

[nyvram]

Haha on the verification. That wasn't necessary but thank you for your trial

I believe you are talking about "cavity resonance." The air passing over the open window forces the cavity, in this case, your car cabin to resonate. Just like blowing across the top of a bottle. By building pressure, it thumps repetitively until cabin pressure is lowered.

the resonance is the front metal bracket bouncing up and down if I hold it with my hand it stops

 

[GreenbowCounty]

Pretty much the same

Those strike me as pretty much the same item; I hope I'm not photobombing your post but here are actual pics of the JDM sunroof deflector/wind shield.

It comes with clips in addition to adhesive; same as the JDM window visors. If you do a crappy install over time your adhesive may go but the clips will still secure things. Also, one feature of this thing that I like is that in the middle (very hard to see) there is a piece that you pull down and air flowing over the truck flows into the cabin circulating between the driver and passenger. A friend had this on his 97 and now I'm looking to get one before I head back home. Good luck on your purchase!

 

[broncosi]

That's pretty slick. Wonder if it would fit under my roof rack though?

 

[GreenbowCounty]

Good question...

That's pretty slick. Wonder if it would fit under my roof rack though?

Afraid I'm not sure on that one...

These are also harder to find since nothing gets made for 3rd gens anymore by Toyota. My white unicorn though is a JAOS ladder...ray:

 

[nyvram]

Afraid I'm not sure on that one...

These are also harder to find since nothing gets made for 3rd gens anymore by Toyota. My white unicorn though is a JAOS ladder...ray:

looks really good..now i'm thinking the JDM one on ebay i posted above is a fake..i don't see the little adjustable part in the middle on it at all.

 

[Brian757]

the resonance is the front metal bracket bouncing up and down if I hold it with my hand it stops

Oh I figured that. I was referring to what Tee-Bone was talking about.

 

[takpord456]

Those strike me as pretty much the same item; I hope I'm not photobombing your post but here are actual pics of the JDM sunroof deflector/wind shield.

It comes with clips in addition to adhesive; same as the JDM window visors. If you do a crappy install over time your adhesive may go but the clips will still secure things. Also, one feature of this thing that I like is that in the middle (very hard to see) there is a piece that you pull down and air flowing over the truck flows into the cabin circulating between the driver and passenger. A friend had this on his 97 and now I'm looking to get one before I head back home. Good luck on your purchase!

How can I purchase one?

 

[GreenbowCounty]

Auction sites

How can I purchase one?

Your best shot is one of the Japanese auction sites. I know...not the answer you were looking for but:fear: they have the Google translate searches.