SMOKED WINDOW SHADES----PROBLEM

[scootertoo]

Ordered up a set of window shades for my new Jeep 4dr. These are the kind that insert into the window channel with an adhesive backing to hold them in place. In the box of parts were also these plastic clips that can be used to (supposedly) aid in getting them to fit properly.

Almost impossible to really get a good view of the clip positioning via viewing a QR code on my phone. One really needs to have printed pictures included in the box and/or a way to view those instructions on a PC for a bigger picture.

There are three or more companys making these and mine came from PATCO. I was able to install three of them (without) using any of the clips and the windows went up OK with out interference. NOT SO with drivers side rear window. Window would make contact with lower edge of the shade and my attempts to use the clips as described did not solve the problem. Spoke with Tech Rep at PATCO and he could not really come up with a solution.

In order to get that one to fit, I had to use my belt sander and also a file to trim away the lower rear (ridge) of the shade. That allowed the window to finally close OK. Was not happy that I had to make that mod to get a fit.

I would suggest anyone wanting door shades to select another version.

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[munkeymike]

I have different ones from PUTCO and there were plastic clips that came in them. The clips are mostly useless. They aren't long enough or strong enough to put tension on anything. I just used my hands to separate the edge of the deflector while rolling up the window.

The good news is once the adhesive set for a while with the windows closed, the deflectors work perfectly fine with no obstruction.