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Old 07-31-2009, 06:31 AM   #1 (permalink)
 
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HELP!!! Side window wind deflectors ???

Have any of you found after market wind deflectors that fit the Smart Passion window frame?
I have thought of making a pattern(out of cardboard or poster board) of the curve around the window frame and trying to match it up with something that is already in production.
I'm tired of the wind beating me to death while cruising down the freeway.
Any help with matter or ideas would be greatly appreciated .
Bob Schlund (reschlund@wowway.com)
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Delivery Date 12-5-2008
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Old 07-31-2009, 06:47 AM   #2 (permalink)
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ONe of the newer vendors have them.
The one that has just had the Grand Opening Banner up top, but I cant seem to remember their name

Found it
http://www.smartpitstop.com/en/produ...ails.php?id=72

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On your door there are 2 buttons. Press and the windows will roll up.
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On your door there are 2 buttons. Press and the windows will roll up.
Then there are two more buttons to turn on the air-con, as the cars out side air system is useless in the summer. LOL
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I understand what you are refering to; I had them on one of my old 2-stroke SAABs. If you are getting enough wind buffeting that it is uncomfortable (it is for me at much over 40 MPH), then the open windows have also become a significant aerodynamic drag, and you may be as well off by closing up and using the A/C or even just the fan. It will be a lot quieter and you and the interior will remain free of the blown-in road grime.
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I like the out doors and fresh air

I enjoy the fresh air and being able to hear things going on outside of my vehicle.Yes the AC is nice when very hot and humid,but here in Michigan I have only had to use AC twice this year.This has been one of the coolest summers ever recorded up here.
I like the smell of wild flowers on a country road,or the smell of a greasy hamburger joint while passing by.
God gave us sense of smell to be used,not be bottled up in a car with the windows closed and AC running just because you may feel a little hot or uncomfortable.
Summers are short here in Mich.being boxed in a warm house for months at a time listing to the furnace run to stay warm is a real bummer.So when its warm outside I enjoy every minute of it.
Those of you who like your windows up and listing to the blower of your AC running and radio blasting to cover that noise I suggest try running with your windows down some time,you might hear sounds you have forgotten about,like birds chippering,or a distant train horn,and you will also find out your nose works too!
Try it you might like it!!!

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Bob, I agree 100%, hate the sound of blowers and run with the windows down as much as I can. Also need to pamper the engine when I'm pulling my camper, so no AC.

This has been the most wonderful Michigan summer I can remember. Born and raised here too, but as a young man, went west to LA, to seek fame and fortune.

Love California too, but in LA, you never drive with an open window or outside vent. A2Jack

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Yea! Bob........
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Thank You forestacademy

Order was placed !!

Much Appericated
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Damned if I ever smelled or heard any those things (including the radio very well) with "...the wind beating me to death while cruising down the freeway." Sounds like a bicycle would serve you better.
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