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| [GMCnet] fabric - windshield cover and upholstery [message #94111] |
Sat, 31 July 2010 15:15  |
rvanwin
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What fabrics have others used to make outside windshield covers? I'd
like to be able to see outside but have some privacy. And does anybody
have yardage requirements?
Also, I'd like to find some upholstery fabric to match my tan Odyssey
seats. Anybody have a source?
I appreciate your input.
Margie VanWinkle
Springfield, MO
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| Re: [GMCnet] fabric - windshield cover and upholstery [message #94123 is a reply to message #94111] |
Sat, 31 July 2010 16:10  |
gmcrv1
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Margie,
I am in the process of making a set of front covers from Technalon II. It
was originally made for classic/antique car covers. It is relatively easy
to work with and very soft - will not scratch. I believe it can be sewn on
a standard home machine. I'm making mine in dove grey - because I have a
roll of it. I think it is also available in blue and a yellow-gold color.
I have seen other covers made using felt backed vinyl as that will not
scratch either. I'm not sure how well the felt backed will hold up to the
weather. Sunbrella is an excellent exterior fabric, just a little stiff in
my opinion. It is used on better patio umbrellas and countless marine
applications - covers, dock boxes etc..
There are also lots of marine grade upholstery vinyls available. If you're
going the vinyl route, I would highly recommend a fabric know as "Artic".
It was developed originally for snow mobiles and then wave runners. It will
not crack or get brittle at extremely low temperatures and holds up very
well to heat.
If you want a sample of the technalon PM me.
That's all I can remember...
Tom Eckert N2VWN
73 Glacier
Oakland, TN
On Sat, Jul 31, 2010 at 3:15 PM, Margie Van Winkle <rlvanwin@gmail.com>wrote:
> What fabrics have others used to make outside windshield covers? I'd
> like to be able to see outside but have some privacy. And does anybody
> have yardage requirements?
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> Also, I'd like to find some upholstery fabric to match my tan Odyssey
> seats. Anybody have a source?
>
> I appreciate your input.
> Margie VanWinkle
> Springfield, MO
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| Re: [GMCnet] fabric - windshield cover and upholstery [message #94143 is a reply to message #94140] |
Sat, 31 July 2010 20:26 |
gmcrv1
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Most trim & upholstery shops buy from this company when they need exact
matches - Edward B. De Leo Co.
http://www.deleoco.com/ebdl/index.php?page=home
They use to sell only to the trade, I understand they have relaxed that and
sell to consumers. They would sell pieces as small as a sq. ft. Used for
repairing seats arm rest etc.
They have also been around a long time. They sell a sample book ,but I
think it's close to $100. It is sold by model year and covers all models.
Just another option
Tom Eckert N2VWN
73 Glacier
Oakland, TN
On Sat, Jul 31, 2010 at 7:40 PM, KB <kab7@sonic.net> wrote:
> Nice find! I see they also have "honda" vinyl:
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> http://www.perfectfit.com/15989/167799/Automotive/Honda-Grain-Vinyl-OEM-Colors-54.html
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> >
> > I just bought some fabric to match the tan Honda seats. Just to be sure
> your tan and mine are the same, the paint that is also the same color is
> Krylon Fusion Satin Khaki. If that is the right color then go to
> http://www.perfectfit.com/15989/633971/Automotive/Xtreme-Vinyl-54.html and
> buy the fabric at the bottom of the page called XTR-616 Wheat. The fabric
> is an almost perfect match for the seats and seems to be good quality and,
> from this site, is $10 per yard.
> > --
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> thanks for the great link!
> Karen
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| Re: [GMCnet] fabric - windshield cover and upholstery [message #94362 is a reply to message #94111] |
Mon, 02 August 2010 19:49 |
Larry C
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What fabrics have others used to make outside windshield covers? I'd like to be able to see outside but have some privacy. And does anybody have yardage requirements?
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I used bulk fabric from Cooleroo.
http://shop.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/cb.aspx?a=619955
they are sold on a roll, the measurements are 15' x 6'.
when I bought my material, it was $30 a roll.
I used one roll for the front and one roll for both sides and I think I have enough for the rear.
I used newspaper and cut and taped it to make a pattern that fit half the windshield.
I folded the 15x6 fabric in half longways.
I placed the pattern on the fabric, the middle end of the paper pattern at the fold of the fabric.
I cut 3" out ( of the pattern edge out 3" ) from the sides and bottom and 4 inches out ( of the pattern edge ) at the top.
Now you need to sew a 1/4" line, into the top, takes about 1 1/2 inch of fabric to fold over and sew in. leave a couple feet of line loose at both ends.
Now sew a 1/4" line in along the bottom edge, again it will take about 1 1/2" of fabric to sew in the line. leave about 3 1/2 foot loose at each end.
Sew the ends in a similar fashion but don't sew in any line
You will need to drill a small hole in the gutter so you can attach a hook, or snap, this is where the top line will tie on to. the fabric will cover the SMC body above the windshild.
Use bungie to hold the bottom line and attach to the frame underneath. Do this on both sides.
tuck the lower edge of the fabric on the windshield under the wiper blades.
You won't need any snaps to hold this on.
LarC ( and to think I did the sewing myself too.  )
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| Re: [GMCnet] fabric - windshield cover and upholstery [message #94376 is a reply to message #94373] |
Mon, 02 August 2010 20:54 |
Mike Teets
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I can attest to the Sunbrella durability. I made an awning type cover over the kids swing set 8 years ago. This last winter, in 60 mph winds it finally tore where it rubbed over the center arch. I resewed a patch over it and power washed the fabric this spring. It looks brand new and is back atop the swing set. Make sure you sew with a UV protected thread and it may outlast the paint on your coach.
Mike, GMCing since 2002
77 Palm Beach, 260, 403
Dublin, OH
http://teamteets.com/gmc/
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| Re: [GMCnet] fabric - windshield cover and upholstery [message #94441 is a reply to message #94428] |
Tue, 03 August 2010 09:54 |
Gary Berry
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Yep, they snap on. I don't mind putting holes in the coach and they
don't leak. I tried Velcro on the rear window, and that didn't work at
all, even with "industrial adhesive".What's nice is that I can drive
down the road with them snapped in place (except not the windshield,
cause that would just be plain stupid).
On Tue, Aug 3, 2010 at 6:26 AM, Larry <slawrence111@yahoo.com> wrote:
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> gary
> how do the side covers attach? snaps, velcro?? I don't care to put any more holes in Gatsbys' CRUISER :d 's body...
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> thanks
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> LarC ( Next project, finish the side glass covers... )
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73 CL Stretch in Wa.
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| Re: [GMCnet] fabric - windshield cover and upholstery [message #94443 is a reply to message #94441] |
Tue, 03 August 2010 10:02 |
Ray Erspamer
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I purchased some heavy marine grade off white vinyl and made my own windshield
and rear window covers. Made patterns out of rosin paper (available in rolls
from Home Depot, etc), bought some heavy duty nylon thread, sewed them up, put
snaps in the covers and on the coach. We love them! Once you throw the
windshield cover on there is no need for the front dash wrap around curtain or
the curtain that draws across the coach behind the rear seats, it gives us great
privacy.
When you trace the window frames, add 3" all the way around. That allows 1 1/2"
for a fold over edge and then the cover extends 1 1/2" past the edge of the
windows for the snaps.
Very easy to make in my opinion.......my wife did laugh at me as I was cussing
at the sewing machine which was too light duty, but I got through it ok.
The wife wanted one on the back just for some added privacy and darkness for
sleeping.
Total cost for the two windows was about $55.
Ray
Ray & Lisa Erspamer
78 Royale Center Kitchen
TZE368V101144
Wauwatosa, Wisconsin 53226
Email: 78GMC-Royale@att.net
414-745-3188
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From: Gary Berry <duallycc@gmail.com>
To: gmclist@temp.gmcnet.org
Sent: Tue, August 3, 2010 9:54:57 AM
Subject: Re: [GMCnet] fabric - windshield cover and upholstery
Yep, they snap on. I don't mind putting holes in the coach and they
don't leak. I tried Velcro on the rear window, and that didn't work at
all, even with "industrial adhesive".What's nice is that I can drive
down the road with them snapped in place (except not the windshield,
cause that would just be plain stupid).
On Tue, Aug 3, 2010 at 6:26 AM, Larry <slawrence111@yahoo.com> wrote:
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> gary
> how do the side covers attach? snaps, velcro?? I don't care to put any more
>holes in Gatsbys' CRUISER :d 's body...
>
> thanks
>
> LarC ( Next project, finish the side glass covers... )
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Gary and Diana Berry
73 CL Stretch in Wa.
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| Re: [GMCnet] fabric - windshield cover and upholstery [message #94550 is a reply to message #94443] |
Wed, 04 August 2010 01:11 |
Larry C
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my wife did laugh at me as I was cussing
at the sewing machine
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Don't you mean " Mentioning words of choice loudly as you worked on your nice project ".
Gatsbys' CRUISER 08-18-04
74 GLACIER X, 260/455-APC-4 Bagg'r
Remflex Manifold gaskets
CampGrounds needed, Add yours to "PLACES" />
http://www.gmceast.com/travel
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