Windshield sun shades
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Dynamo
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The custom fit sun shades from Weathertech aren't cheap (~$50) but they are an exact fit. I don't have one for my 4Runner since I park in the garage but I do have ones for the other vehicles in my household and they all fit very nicely. Buy once, cry once.
WeatherTech | Custom Fit Car Mats, Floor Mats, Trunk Liners, Window Deflectors
WeatherTech | Custom Fit Car Mats, Floor Mats, Trunk Liners, Window Deflectors
I just spent $150 to have my windshield done in XPEL ceramic "tint" (went with the clearest possible), and highly recommend a UV layer versus a sun shade you have to bother with.
If you just want a shade, I do like Covercraft:
Amazon.com: Covercraft UVS100 Custom Sunscreen | UV11140BL | Compatible with Select Toyota 4Runner Models, Blue Metallic: Automotive
If you just want a shade, I do like Covercraft:
Amazon.com: Covercraft UVS100 Custom Sunscreen | UV11140BL | Compatible with Select Toyota 4Runner Models, Blue Metallic: Automotive
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I have been using this one for the past two years. Very good quality.
Amazon.com: Covercraft UVS100 Custom Sunscreen | UV11140BL | Compatible with Select Toyota 4Runner Models, Blue Metallic: Automotive
Amazon.com: Covercraft UVS100 Custom Sunscreen | UV11140BL | Compatible with Select Toyota 4Runner Models, Blue Metallic: Automotive
Mike Beyers
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Cover Craft
Had one of these for my 4th Gen, and now have one for my 5th. They work very well.
Had one of these for my 4th Gen, and now have one for my 5th. They work very well.
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+1 on the covercraft. i prefer a foldup cover over a rollup one as it's a tidier solution both on the windshield and tucked away in the car when not in use
1000MPH
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I’ve got a a Kraco sunshade that fits perfectly. It’s the metallic, bubble wrap, accordion style.
I’ve used it for at least 5 years. My GF thinks she bought it at the dollar store.
I’ve used it for at least 5 years. My GF thinks she bought it at the dollar store.
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jbtvt
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The PVB that all windshields are laminated with already blocks all UV A radiation, and glass blocks UV B, so there is no UV benefit to tinting a windshield, or laminated side windows. Some films can block infrared which will help with heat at the cost of visual acuity, but nowhere near as much of an impact as a window shade. The infrared blocking films are the same principle as "low-E(missivity)" glass, but the metal sputtering process does degrade the clarity of your view, and the synthetic film carrier does the same. All the films I know of will also block a significant percentage visible light, a bad thing at night. Film will also scratch much more easily than glass, often even wiping with a paper towel will damage them.
IMO the trade-offs for a film don't outweigh the benefits when it comes to coating a windshield.
JAXJeremy
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I live in FL, bought a heatshield the same time I bought my 4R in '18, company out of Cali. Don't recall what I paid but it was not inexpensive. Having said that, it's definitely worth the $$. We get 100+ degree temps in the summer and it probably keeps the temps down a good 20 to 30 degrees of what it would otherwise be in the cab without it..I use mine every single day and it's held up well.
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mteolus
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I've got a 2021 4Runner Limited. On my Limited model, the part of the rear view mirror that's attached to the windshield is VERY wide. It houses a bunch of safety equipment. Many of the sun shades listed on Amazon for the 2021 4Runner won't fit; the one I ordered certainly didn't. There's a previous thread (last month) that addressed this problem; I haven't ordered the recommended sun shade (HeatShield) from Amazon yet. If anyone gets one of those, please check the fit & report back.
Bob
Bob
i had a covercraft but it was too stiff because i have things mounted on my windshield (radar detector and dashcam). i went to walmart and bought the biggest cheapest one they had and used the covercraft as a template and made some extra cuts to fit the other stuff i have. been working for 2 years without issues so far.
Front and side shades
I used the custom Coverking from Costco. I think it was on sale for like $23 delivered. Its now $30. Made well enough to stand up to the Phoenix sun for 2 years, so I would say its pretty durable.
https://www.costco.com/coverking-custom-windshield-sunshade.product.100351558.html
If your parked outside make some of these for the side windows. Even parked outside for hours, they make the car bearable in the summer.
I used this for the side windows
US Energy Products Reflective Insulation Shield, Heat Shield, Thermal Insulation Shield Vapor Barrier (24" x 25 FT) 50sqft R8 Water Proof Meets All Fire Codes (1/4 inch Thick) - - Amazon.com
I created a template with cardboard and then trimmed the insulation. I will have "banding" placed on the edges to make them more durable/professional looking.
Came out to about $20 per car. You can also get the stuff at home depot.
That roll will do 2 cars. So I did my wifes car also.
I used the custom Coverking from Costco. I think it was on sale for like $23 delivered. Its now $30. Made well enough to stand up to the Phoenix sun for 2 years, so I would say its pretty durable.
https://www.costco.com/coverking-custom-windshield-sunshade.product.100351558.html
If your parked outside make some of these for the side windows. Even parked outside for hours, they make the car bearable in the summer.
I used this for the side windows
US Energy Products Reflective Insulation Shield, Heat Shield, Thermal Insulation Shield Vapor Barrier (24" x 25 FT) 50sqft R8 Water Proof Meets All Fire Codes (1/4 inch Thick) - - Amazon.com
I created a template with cardboard and then trimmed the insulation. I will have "banding" placed on the edges to make them more durable/professional looking.
Came out to about $20 per car. You can also get the stuff at home depot.
That roll will do 2 cars. So I did my wifes car also.
