Window Louvers

[NoMoShocks]

Yes, normally, the manufacturer would design everything, but since I am trying to convince them to make a new product, the easier I make it for them, the better.

Here is what I was thinking would work for mounting. Generally, there are some stainless steel plates that mount at the top of the windows to mount hinges, and a couple at the bottom with posts to latch the bottom of the louvers to. So here is what I came up with.

Top glass clips (option 1 wraps around the edge of the glass only, but would need to have a way to tension it)

Top anchors (option 2 very secure, but requires drilling in an inconspicuous area in the jambs)

Bottom latch pins can secure under existing hatch bumpers

[Godiva]

I've had two sets of louvers, one for a Pinto hatchback and one a Nissan 200 SX hatchback. Both were aluminum. Neither involved any drilling. If drilling is involved you'll have to take me off your list. As much as I desperately want louvers, I won't drill into my car.

[NoMoShocks]

Not wanting to loose one of the more enthusiastic supporters of this idea, no drilling will be required.

[Godiva]

I read that. Yippee.

If I have to wait a year, I will.

I may buy two. One for now and one for a future Prius.

[slair]

Just get 5% tint.
Just as effective, you get to keep the rear wiper, available today! a lot cheaper, not as 70's looking, no decreased visibility at all...lets see what else...did I mention not as wanna be 70's trans-am looking?

[takeshi]

Originally Posted by slair

Just get 5% tint.

Heat rejection is what really matters if you're trying to keep your car cool. not all 5% films have the same heat rejection and there are some lighter films that perform better in this regard.

Originally Posted by slair

Just as effective, you get to keep the rear wiper, available today! a lot cheaper, not as 70's looking, no decreased visibility at all...lets see what else...did I mention not as wanna be 70's trans-am looking?

Why not just have some options? Do you really think that everyone has exactly the same needs and preferences that you do?

[NoMoShocks]

Another update = Louver Manufacturer I have been talking with has their President's agreement they will make louvers for Toyota Prius if we can show an initial order of say 50 (not a hard and fast number). Delivery could be as soon as 4 months after that and the Prius louvers would then become part of their regular catalog.

The rep I have been talking with described to me how they did the same process for a Dodge Charger club recently. Therefore, I think I will drop by the other Toyota and Prius forums to see what additional interest I can dig up.

[Godiva]

Originally Posted by NoMoShocks

Another update = Louver Manufacturer I have been talking with has their President's agreement they will make louvers for Toyota Prius if we can show an initial order of say 50 (not a hard and fast number). Delivery could be as soon as 4 months after that and the Prius louvers would then become part of their regular catalog.

The rep I have been talking with described to me how they did the same process for a Dodge Charger club recently. Therefore, I think I will drop by the other Toyota and Prius forums to see what additional interest I can dig up.

Don't forget the Orange County Prius Club. They're pretty active.

Maybe we have arrange a group shipment to So. Cal to help defray shipping costs.

[Bobbyb]

I'm in for a black set as long as they are quiet.

[lumpy95]

I saw your poll on PriusOnline and voted for aluminum.
My "78" 280Z has the louvers but they were drilled hinges (when I bought it), no drilling for me on my Prius.