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Old 04-22-2009, 09:29 PM   #34 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by cfg83 View Post
I think the best way to reduce the heat gain is to stop the light from getting inside in the first place. There are some window covers that are installed externally, but those are problematic (weather and thievery).

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Ya know those stupid foil windshield things? They actually help. Of course, if you have the option, you could always just park inside, in or shade.

Tinting the windows helps tremendously. There are also anti-UV coatings that are virtually clear, and can be applied to windows, but I don't know how effective they are or how long they last. (I just heard about them on the Green channel the other day, haven't looked into it fully yet.)
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