Wingpete Posted December 12, 2006 Share Posted December 12, 2006 I am trying to find sun blinds to cover the side windows on my Ducato based Laika. The original ones are screwed onto the head lining by two screws, and seem to be only able to function in an "up" or "down" position. I have looked at various car accessory shops, but none have such a device. The only ones that come near are the soft screens with nursery logo's that cover most of a window. I am fed up with having to shield the eyes when driving on a route when the sun is directly from the side, at eye level. Darn dangerous. Anyone know of alternative solution ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fred grant Posted December 12, 2006 Share Posted December 12, 2006 maybe not a good idea to block your side windows whilst driving. you maybe stopped by the police. us uses ordinary domestic blinds in our a class, the ones you can adjust to any position up or down as you will with a cord. saw some mini versions the other day, but her was xmas shopping so wouldnt let us have any money. twas in bodmin i think orwas it in withiel. anyhow it works for us like. fred Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingpete Posted December 13, 2006 Author Share Posted December 13, 2006 No intention of shutting out vision, just trying to keep sun out of eyes when drivig. The shades fitted drop down only to the front, but strong sunlight in the side windows is equally hazardous when driving where the sun is continuously shining across the eyes. The original shades do not swivel, as my car ones do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flicka Posted December 13, 2006 Share Posted December 13, 2006 Wingpete You could try rummaging around a breakers, to see if any car or van front screen shades would fit above the doors. Most have screw attachments under the lining. May be lucky & find some the same colour. Alternatively you may be able to get just the swivel type to replace your existing front shades. Flicka Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michele Posted December 13, 2006 Share Posted December 13, 2006 How about Mother care . they make this stuff that is supposed to protect your glass from children breaking it and having a really bad accident ...to save the child. but it comes in a roll and you can get clear or tinted . we have on the glass patio doors ......any help. Forgot to say around £6 a roll and its rather like cling film but stronger allowing your window to go up and down never have to remove it stays there constantly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Frank Wilkinson Posted December 13, 2006 Share Posted December 13, 2006 I've seen people fit a graduated strip across the top of their windscreens. They're a few inches deep and start fairly dark at the top and gradually lighten towards the bottom. Perhaps one of these would fit on both side windows if cut in half? I know what you mean though, low winter sun is very irritating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingpete Posted December 14, 2006 Author Share Posted December 14, 2006 Thanks all. I will try the breakers first. I like the idea of a "proper" fitment. Or perhaps try the stick on shielding stuff. BUT, Michelle, I draw the line at going into Mothercare at my age :$ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chas Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 Hi- Have you thought of a quality pair of wrap round sunglasses, not only will you look a cool dude, but you can use them when drinking you G&T on the evening outside the van lol. regards chas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingpete Posted December 14, 2006 Author Share Posted December 14, 2006 Tried Wrap round glassses, in red naturally,, but tripped down step when lost sight of kerb edges :$ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bill h Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 Buy yourself a Bush Hat, the original thin materialed rabbit hair type, they're soft and bendy and will cater for bright sun at the side as you can bend the brim down where ever you like. If its too hard and new then kick it around the yard for a while till it becomes flexible. The 'posh'looking ones are not good for bending. bill h Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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