The protector blows over when the wind comes from the trunk side of the car, thereby exposing most of the windshield. Anyone know how to secure it so it doesn't blow over? When it doesn't blow over it works great. The protector blows over when the wind comes from the trunk side of the car, thereby exposing most of the windshield. Anyone know how to secure it so it doesn't blow over? When it... » Read More The protector blows over when the wind comes from the trunk side of the car, thereby exposing most of the windshield. Anyone know how to secure it so it doesn't blow over? When it doesn't blow over it works great. « Show Less
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My husband double loops the elastic around the side view mirrors which holds the shield tighter. This may help. It did for us.
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I use two bungee chords from door handle across top of windshield to the other door handle. I made sure the chords had plastic hooks as to not scratch any paint.
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I don't know the answer. I have the same problem. I also have a problem when moisture seeps in from the top or sides and freezes under the cover. This cover has been a challenge.
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In the back of my car, a Dodge Journey, there's enough of the cover left over to hang over the bumper. I don't use it as such, but have it tugged under.
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Dillon,I have never used this on my car, but only on my motorcycle. When it first starts to rain, the water beads and rolls off the windshield very nicely. But if you have ever ridden a motorcycle in the rain, shortly after it starts to rain, you are no longer noticing how well the water sheds from your windshield. So I cannot tell you how long it has this desired effect. But I can tell you it works nicely on my helmet face shield also. I don't know if this helps, but this has been my experience.
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It is shut into each car door, and also has elastic straps that clip together on the inside of the car. :)If you are VERY careful, and VERY patient, it is possible to get this cover faily tight against the windshield. I set it up on one side of the windshield, close the door, then pull it REALLY tight, clip it together, and close the other door from the inside. Then I climb through the back of the car to get out. :p When I just set it up from the outside of the car, the cover is moderately tight.
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Best thing would be to close the window if the weather is really bad (like horizontal rain). Normal rainfall should not hurt it (it's mounted several inches away from the screen). It believe it will take some amount of precipitation but will probably not tolerate being doused with water. Frankly, I have never had it get soaked by rain. Not sure what 'storm guard' means but i thought that it had something to do with the plastic housing that covers the fan motor.
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I have the half windshield... and I liked it because it directed the wind up over your head. Dust NO! You'll get your backside pretty dirty. I recently installed a roof on it and now the windshield directs the wind right in my face... along with any rain too. Don't get me wrong.. I like it but didn't expect to get a face full. It does pull a lot of dust up from the back. I even tried laying the tailgate down... no good there either. I feel like a trail hand after a long cattle drive when I get to my destination.
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Nope. I love this top for trails and also overnight when I leave the top off in my apartment complex. The front will come down over the windshield. I usually put the windshield wipers over it to keep it down though I doubt it needs it. The top is tight and secure.
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We have had storms here with wind gusts of 50-60mph and the solar cover stayed in place. You have to remember that the cover is sitting on the water surface so it gives it a little suction on the surface. Hope this helps. Claire
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This happened to me too- it actually melted to the windshield and when I finally got it off there was a black rubber circle on the windshield. Now the suction doesn't work anymore. Be careful leaving it in the sun for long periods of time.
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so the cover is a little big on my Honda Elite. if the wind shield is over a foot high it could be a problem to fit over it but I think the buddy is pretty small . the cover I have would potentially swim on the buddy. but I bet would fit over a windshield.
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It works as well as any other other windshield shade. It makes a big difference, but it won't keep the car completely cool, of course, because all the other windows are still uncovered.
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Hello, I don't understand why would you put on a car that has windows. However, if the windows are blocked, I guess the best place would be the highest point on the back or trunk. New cars come with them installed around the license plate. My suggestion is to turn the camera on first before installing and find an angle suitable first before making a hole. Good Luck.
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There are some small holes in the cover that allow some water to lay on top and prevents the wind from getting under it. Also, I like to lay a pool net and a pool brush over the top when it gets really windy.
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You can apply some pressure as you mount the unit to the windscreen. Cleaning the silicone surface from time to time does help. Or there may be some temperature differences as when you mount the unit and it then gets exposed to sunlight, where the air inside the mount expands. Anyway, even with a secure mounting, it won't stick forever (over a course of several days), so you might have to remount occasionally. I usually detach the unit whenever I have to park the car in the middle of sunlight for extended number of hours. I didn't do so with my previous unit and it bluetooth appeared to stop functioning as I assumed the electronics should have been worn due to excessive heat.
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I haven't had any issue with mine. I put it on after a workout and right before I get into the car and take it off when I get home. Wash and then keep it in the trunk. I think it's great!
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I have never had it go off due to wind, I have a squirrel that likes to sit on top of it from time to time which does set it off. I have had very few false alarms. As far as cars on the street it depends if the sensor is pointed toward the street and how close to the street it is, to eliminate any problem like that I have my sensor set up so that they have to enter the driveway in order for it to activate.
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You can apply some pressure as you mount the unit to the windscreen. Cleaning the silicone surface from time to time does help. Or there may be some temperature differences as when you mount the unit and it then gets exposed to sunlight, where the air inside the mount expands.Anyway, even with a secure mounting, it won't stick forever (over a course of several days), so you might have to remount occasionally.I usually detach the unit whenever I have to park the car in the middle of sunlight for extended number of hours. I didn't do so with my previous unit and it bluetooth appeared to stop functioning as I assumed the electronics should have been worn due to excessive heat. You can apply some pressure as you mount the unit to the windscreen. Cleaning the silicone surface from time to time does help. Or there may be some temperature differences as when you mount the unit and it then gets exposed to sunlight, where the air inside the mount expands.Anyway, even with a secure mounting, it won't stick forever (over a course of several days), so you might have to remount occasionally.I usually detach the unit whenever I have to park the car in the middle of sunlight for extended number of hours. I didn't do so with my previous unit and it bluetooth... » Read More You can apply some pressure as you mount the unit to the windscreen. Cleaning the silicone surface from time to time does help. Or there may be some temperature differences as when you mount the unit and it then gets exposed to sunlight, where the air inside the mount expands.Anyway, even with a secure mounting, it won't stick forever (over a course of several days), so you might have to remount occasionally.I usually detach the unit whenever I have to park the car in the middle of sunlight for extended number of hours. I didn't do so with my previous unit and it bluetooth appeared to stop functioning as I assumed the electronics should have been worn due to excessive heat. « Show Less