I received my headshield several days earlier than expected. As others report, the fit is very good. However, the picture is inaccurate. There are no side "wings" to cover the small "visor" windows.
That's for the Gen 2. (Danny did say on the page that the picture is not representative). It was like a version 1.2 for the Gen 2 heatshield. Mine's 1.1 without the wings.
I'm not sure how they measure - width is turning out to be perfect - height is still the issue probably due to how the windshield mates w/ the dash. I'm also not certain if the headliner is the same on moonroof vs. non-moonroof versions, which could explain a difference.
Sounds like software... v1.2 vs. 1.1 In any case, until a new picture is posted, people reading this thread will be alerted that the Gen 3 version does not have the wings.
Just a heads-up, I've swapped out the photos with 2010 images: PriusChat Shop : 2010 Toyota Prius HeatShield Sunshade - Front [1215] - $30.00
Is it believed that the manufacturer will adjust the height for the 2010 models (or perhaps they already did?), meaning I should wait a little while before purchasing?
I'm using the one for my '07 and it fits fine? It looks like from Danny's pictures that the Gen3 one has no wings for the little portholes....is this correct? If the Gen2 fits, why not order and use that one as you get the wings? Lee
So does the GenII heatshield provide a better fit??? I ordered a bunch to give out to customers and have been waiting two weeks already. Maybe I should just buy the Gen II size huh?
It rolls up on the vertical axis, has a velcro strap attached. After a week or so in hot weather it will begin to roll a little easier and tighter, after a couple months it's much easier. I store mine crosswise on the rear floor. Good fit, nicely made (by Canvas Works, but cheaper).
Danny, I live in the Tampa Bay area - purchased a HeatShield two months ago .... for the windshield / dash area > awesome performance. It works beyond my expectations - I'd recommend to for anyone who live in the sunbelt. Mr. Bill:rockon:
I just received my unit and it has side wings. Right now it does not fit particularly well. In fact it does not look like the 2010 pictured. Instead it looks like the 2004-2009 version (based on pictures at Canvasworks.com). Can someone verify that the 2010 version does NOT have side wings? Thanks and regards, Peter
I called Canvasworks today. They informed me that I have the latest version of the heatshield and that it now has the "wings". They added this in October. So the pictures on both websites (priuschat and canvasworks) should be updated to reflect this change. I am surprised that no one mentioned it. I will see if the fit improves over time. Regards, Peter
There was a thread which mentioned this change, but it was in the Gen III forums, not in this thread itself. http://priuschat.com/forums/gen-iii...ont-heatshield-now-has-side-window-flaps.html You could ask Danny if you were to take a pic which shows the new unit installed in your vehicle if he would use it to show the newer version in the shop. Not saying he will but worth a shot.
Fairly stiff and the attached velcro strap is not long enough when rolled up quickly -- springy. A small plastic buckle from hardware and an extension strip of velcro is useful. Trick to handling (omitted from instructions) -- grasp the top inside the mirror cutout to fold down the sides to mount and dismount without tugging on the rearview mirror (doing that a lot will eventually pop the mirror off its glue, not the sturdiest tech). Does not seem to develop permanent creases from folding -- other side of difficulty rolling up. Same thing vs the folding type -- they won't hold up, crease horizontally and won't stay in place. There are thinner custom shades like this easier to handle, such as the 1/8 vs 1/4 from CoverKing. They do not have the side flaps, but roll into a three inch bundle, and have enough velcro strap. But they don't seem to stay as stiff vertically and have tighter mirror cut out making it a bit trickier to install. Choose what feature you dislike the most. Coverking the only source found for the thinner ones, numerous dealers seem to have various makes of thicker ones -- it's a small mfg business, to cut the material from a big chemical company. There is little substitute for a custom shade with the windshield 34" high -- generic ones go at most to 31", in the split sprung kind, 28" in the folding. Best price here while it lasts.
