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I finally installed one piece of Coolaroo snap shade over the rear window! Made a terrific difference in heat coming from the back glass and was SIMPLE to install. Perhaps I should of cut it when the sun was out and not in the dark but thats another story. If your looking for a cheap yet nice way to cover your windows it seems Coolaroo worked well, and its allows you to see through it very well. Snaps on/off ez, and the snaps are quality.
FYI..Lowes had it on clearance for $20.oo off. I'm not sure if all of the Lowes have it, but thats a nice price to lower heat coming in from the glass a lot that also looks nice. I plan on using it on all the house windows. Plus for the sides of the cockpit the price you pay for the screen inserts that are sold you can make yourself cheap out of left over material.
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| Re: Coolaroo [message #163025 is a reply to message #162931] |
Wed, 14 March 2012 23:40  |
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I stink so bad with pics. But I'll try to take them tomorrow. I want to take a pic of the roof top vent I have available as well. I was painting today some stuff in the rear seating area and got caught up in that.
***"Gettin There"-1973 23' Sequoia-
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| Re: Coolaroo [message #163109 is a reply to message #162931] |
Thu, 15 March 2012 21:22 |
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Thats not the snap shade. They make a a lot of products. However the snap shade comes with 3 part snaps and "optic" quality fabric. Which is marketing meaning " you can see through it pretty darn clear"
***"Gettin There"-1973 23' Sequoia-
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| Re: [GMCnet] Coolaroo [message #163110 is a reply to message #163109] |
Thu, 15 March 2012 21:38 |
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Michael,
Please post some pictures of your coolaroo window treatments.Thanks
On Mar 15, 2012, at 7:22 PM, Michael wrote:
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> Thats not the snap shade. They make a a lot of products. However the snap shade comes with 3 part snaps and "optic" quality fabric. Which is marketing meaning " you can see through it pretty darn clear"
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| Re: [GMCnet] Coolaroo [message #163112 is a reply to message #163109] |
Thu, 15 March 2012 21:40 |
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I wonder, can you buy the snap kit separately?
Dan in NC
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On 3/15/2012 10:22 PM, Michael wrote:
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> Thats not the snap shade. They make a a lot of products. However the snap shade comes with 3 part snaps and "optic" quality fabric. Which is marketing meaning " you can see through it pretty darn clear"
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| Re: [GMCnet] Coolaroo [message #163121 is a reply to message #163120] |
Fri, 16 March 2012 00:07 |
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I don't think it would be as effective on the inside. The light has
already been converted to thermal as it passes through the glass. All
the product info shows it outside the windows.
Dan in NC
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On 3/16/2012 12:53 AM, Steve Clevenger wrote:
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> I was thinking of how I would utilize it...cut a piece to fit rear window& fasten it in place on inside& leave it there.
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> It would look better than the piece of foil insulation I have now.
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| Re: [GMCnet] Coolaroo [message #163124 is a reply to message #163121] |
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| Kudzu wrote on Fri, 16 March 2012 00:07 |
I don't think it would be as effective on the inside. The light has
already been converted to thermal as it passes through the glass. All
the product info shows it outside the windows.
Dan in NC
Caregiver to a 1976 Eleganza II
"Tzetze Fly"
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Thanks, Dan
This stuff is new to me. I guess it's used when parked, like the windshield covers.
I'll toddle down to Lowe's or HD & check it out up close. Touchy..Feeley.
Steve Clevenger;
1976 Transmode 230, Never upfitted, Harrison 4 bagger, Alcoas, Switch pitch;
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| Re: [GMCnet] Coolaroo [message #163139 is a reply to message #163124] |
Fri, 16 March 2012 08:28 |
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I'm going to do the same later today. Couldn't find anything last time
but that was just random wandering...
Dan in NC
Caregiver to a 1976 Eleganza II
"Tzetze Fly"
On 3/16/2012 1:21 AM, Steve Clevenger wrote:
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> Kudzu wrote on Fri, 16 March 2012 00:07
>> I don't think it would be as effective on the inside. The light has
>> already been converted to thermal as it passes through the glass. All
>> the product info shows it outside the windows.
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>> Dan in NC
>> Caregiver to a 1976 Eleganza II
>> "Tzetze Fly"
> Thanks, Dan
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> This stuff is new to me. I guess it's used when parked, like the windshield covers.
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> I'll toddle down to Lowe's or HD& check it out up close. Touchy..Feeley.
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| Re: [GMCnet] Coolaroo [message #163169 is a reply to message #163112] |
Fri, 16 March 2012 13:28 |
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I created a cooleroo front window tarp and one for the sides.
I DO NOT PUT SNAPS ON MY GMC... I have enough holes in the body and don't care to add more.
The top of the Windshield tarp ties on each side to the gutter ends. The bottom ends are bungied to the frame of the GMC. I have not had much concern even in the winds.
The side also uses line to tie the top to the front gutter, I use hooks, and or the roof railing.
One secret to the kooleroo is to keep an air passage between the glass and the kooleroo cloth. It allows the hot air to move up and out.
For you who don't want a project, the cooleroo is easy to cut and sew with a sewing machine. It takes a couple hours and its done.
Economically speaking, you may get buy with once cover for the front and sides and rear. It is not often that both sides of the GMC are hit with the sun, but then, there are those rare moments.
You will notice a MARKED DIFFERENCE in window glass heat compared to the glass with direct sunlight on it.
If Mr Rads' roof treatment works well, he is well on his way to keep his GMC cooler without the cost of the AC and noise of the genset.
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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| Re: Coolaroo [message #163170 is a reply to message #163120] |
Fri, 16 March 2012 13:30 |
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Fastening it to the inside will only trap the heat on the inside of your coach. I should be placed on the outside.
Gatsbys' CRUISER 08-18-04
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Remflex Manifold gaskets
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| Re: [GMCnet] Coolaroo [message #163171 is a reply to message #163139] |
Fri, 16 March 2012 13:32 |
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The Kooleroo material is sold in quite a few places. Amazon Dot Scam does carry it. Be careful.. Amazon allows sellers to charge shipping PER ITEM so if you buy three items that have a shipping of 5 dollers, you will pay 15 dollars shipping.
I have brought this up to A.C and they say its just business.
Buyer be Ware.
Gatsbys' CRUISER 08-18-04
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| Re: [GMCnet] Coolaroo [message #163174 is a reply to message #163169] |
Fri, 16 March 2012 13:37 |
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The snap kit is stick on, no drilling. I was just looking at it in
Lowes. They have the full snap kit for $84. It is about $57 on-line so I
have to balance shipping with that. I'll likely get two, one for the
front and one for the rear. The awnings should take care of most of the
sides.
Dan in NC
Caregiver to a 1976 Eleganza II
"Tzetze Fly"
On 3/16/2012 2:28 PM, Larry C wrote:
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> I created a cooleroo front window tarp and one for the sides.
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> I DO NOT PUT SNAPS ON MY GMC... I have enough holes in the body and don't care to add more.
>
> The top of the Windshield tarp ties on each side to the gutter ends. The bottom ends are bungied to the frame of the GMC. I have not had much concern even in the winds.
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> The side also uses line to tie the top to the front gutter, I use hooks, and or the roof railing.
>
> One secret to the kooleroo is to keep an air passage between the glass and the kooleroo cloth. It allows the hot air to move up and out.
>
> For you who don't want a project, the cooleroo is easy to cut and sew with a sewing machine. It takes a couple hours and its done.
>
> Economically speaking, you may get buy with once cover for the front and sides and rear. It is not often that both sides of the GMC are hit with the sun, but then, there are those rare moments.
>
> You will notice a MARKED DIFFERENCE in window glass heat compared to the glass with direct sunlight on it.
>
> If Mr Rads' roof treatment works well, he is well on his way to keep his GMC cooler without the cost of the AC and noise of the genset.
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| Re: [GMCnet] Coolaroo [message #163180 is a reply to message #163174] |
Fri, 16 March 2012 13:56 |
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""If Mr Rads' roof treatment works well, he is well on his way to keep his GMC cooler without the cost of the AC and noise of the genset.
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For some reason I'll guarantee the noise of his genset won't be an issue 
Bob de Kruyff
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| Re: [GMCnet] Coolaroo [message #163183 is a reply to message #163171] |
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| Larry C wrote on Fri, 16 March 2012 13:32 |
The Kooleroo material is sold in quite a few places. Amazon Dot Scam does carry it. Be careful.. Amazon allows sellers to charge shipping PER ITEM so if you buy three items that have a shipping of 5 dollers, you will pay 15 dollars shipping.
I have brought this up to A.C and they say its just business.
Buyer be Ware.
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I buy a LOT of stuff from Amazon & have a Prime membership.
It's $79 a year & I get free 2 day shipping on most stuff I buy.
A bonus...you can add up to four other people on the account.
Also get other perks like on line books & video streaming.
If something doesn't have free shipping, I search around the site & usually find a listing that does.
On third party items that have shipping, if I want more than one, I put them in the cart & go to checkout & see if the shipping increases.
I love Amazon...my UPS guy... not so much.
Steve Clevenger;
1976 Transmode 230, Never upfitted, Harrison 4 bagger, Alcoas, Switch pitch;
West Fork, AR
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| Re: [GMCnet] Coolaroo [message #163185 is a reply to message #163174] |
Fri, 16 March 2012 14:12 |
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Well, $57.99 at the Super Outlet Center on-line with free shipping and
no tax. Better than the $90ish with tax at the box store. I sprung for
two. Soon, some roof paint, then I get serious with the interior (at
least the front half) after I isolate a bathroom leak.
Dan in NC
Caregiver to a 1976 Eleganza II
"Tzetze Fly"
On 3/16/2012 2:37 PM, Daniel Jarvis wrote:
> The snap kit is stick on, no drilling. I was just looking at it in
> Lowes. They have the full snap kit for $84. It is about $57 on-line so I
> have to balance shipping with that. I'll likely get two, one for the
> front and one for the rear. The awnings should take care of most of the
> sides.
>
> Dan in NC
> Caregiver to a 1976 Eleganza II
> "Tzetze Fly"
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> On 3/16/2012 2:28 PM, Larry C wrote:
>> I created a cooleroo front window tarp and one for the sides.
>>
>> I DO NOT PUT SNAPS ON MY GMC... I have enough holes in the body and don't care to add more.
>>
>> The top of the Windshield tarp ties on each side to the gutter ends. The bottom ends are bungied to the frame of the GMC. I have not had much concern even in the winds.
>>
>> The side also uses line to tie the top to the front gutter, I use hooks, and or the roof railing.
>>
>> One secret to the kooleroo is to keep an air passage between the glass and the kooleroo cloth. It allows the hot air to move up and out.
>>
>> For you who don't want a project, the cooleroo is easy to cut and sew with a sewing machine. It takes a couple hours and its done.
>>
>> Economically speaking, you may get buy with once cover for the front and sides and rear. It is not often that both sides of the GMC are hit with the sun, but then, there are those rare moments.
>>
>> You will notice a MARKED DIFFERENCE in window glass heat compared to the glass with direct sunlight on it.
>>
>> If Mr Rads' roof treatment works well, he is well on his way to keep his GMC cooler without the cost of the AC and noise of the genset.
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| Re: [GMCnet] Coolaroo [message #163209 is a reply to message #163203] |
Fri, 16 March 2012 16:57 |
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This shows Home Depot and Super Outlet Center:
http://www.google.com/products/catalog?q=coolaroo+snap+shade&hl=en&prmd=imvns&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_cp.r_qf.,cf.osb&biw=1194&bih =688&wrapid=tlif133193491722410&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=16057286126240322498&sa=X&ei=2bZjT96SDcLNsgLMyJCeCw&ved=0CH YQ8wIwAA#
*http://tinyurl.com/6synyxn*
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> What is the URL for your "Super Outlet Center" please!
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>> Date: Fri, 16 Mar 2012 15:12:10 -0400
>> From: TheJarvis@carolina.rr.com
>> To: gmclist@temp.gmcnet.org
>> Subject: Re: [GMCnet] Coolaroo
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>> Well, $57.99 at the Super Outlet Center on-line with free shipping and
>> no tax. Better than the $90ish with tax at the box store. I sprung for
>> two. Soon, some roof paint, then I get serious with the interior (at
>> least the front half) after I isolate a bathroom leak.
>>
>> Dan in NC
>> Caregiver to a 1976 Eleganza II
>> "Tzetze Fly"
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