Heat up front cabin area

Frankthetank · 08-07-2021, 02:43 AM

Hello Rvers,
Just came back frm a 2 month road trip. Had a blast, but was wondering if anyone has any ideas of how to keep the heat down in the cabin area. We have a Thor Windsport 2017 . Of course we put the sun shade down, but that area of the rig is noticibly hot. Has anyone tried a thermal curtain or something of the sort?????appreciate any thoughts.

MJC62 · 08-07-2021, 02:51 AM

We haven't done it yet but we have heard very good things about ceramic tint.

Also when we arrive at a destination for a several day stay we put up reflectex on the inside of the windshield and front passenger & driver side windows then close the curtains.
When parking the rig we try to not park the MH east to west as this allows intense morning or afternoon sun to heat up the front window.

**16ACE27** · 08-07-2021, 03:02 AM

We have Reflectix panels cut out for the windshield and side windows.
We have installed thermal drape cloth on the hanging curtains that block the side windows and windshield.
We have installed floor to ceiling thermal curtains between the cab area and living area. This keeps the ambient heat out of the living area when camped, and keeps the cab area cool when driving in the heat as the cab A/C isn't trying to cool the whole MH.

Jimbo56 · 08-07-2021, 12:55 PM

Call Sunguard. These are game changers. You’ve got to stop the heat from coming in. $350. Custom made for your coach.

Frankthetank · 08-08-2021, 05:32 AM

How did u hang ur thermal curtains?

**16ACE27** · 08-08-2021, 07:47 AM

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How did u hang ur thermal curtains?

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Bob Nodine · 08-08-2021, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Frankthetank

Hello Rvers,
Just came back frm a 2 month road trip. Had a blast, but was wondering if anyone has any ideas of how to keep the heat down in the cabin area. We have a Thor Windsport 2017 . Of course we put the sun shade down, but that area of the rig is noticibly hot. Has anyone tried a thermal curtain or something of the sort?????appreciate any thoughts.

This is not what you want to hear but the best way to cut down on the heat is to put a sunscreen cover on the outside. Once the windshield gets hot it will transmit that heat to the interior of the coach even if you have a cover on the inside. When we had a Class A we purchased a custom built Magnashade that is held in place by magnets. If it was extremely hot we would do both the outside and the inside with a cover. That big picture window windshield is nice when you are tooling down the road but it also has some big disadvantages.

cepartin · 08-21-2021, 07:54 PM

We bought a set of Magna Shades from Hunckler Fabrications for our 2014 Windsport after spending 5 days in Vegas with temps reaching 112+ every day. The are easy to put up and do a great job of reducing the heat inside. We also like them for privacy during the day. When we have really hot days we also close the curtains.

Calico · 08-21-2021, 11:18 PM

I made reflective sun screens for all the front and side windows of the cab out of the rolls of insulated reflective material you can buy at your local Home Depot, Lowe's, or Menards. The material is like foil-coated bubble wrap, and very easy to cut and tape together. I measured the windows and cut the shields to size, but I made the mistake of making them for the inside of the windows. I thought it would be easier to mount the reflectors on the inside with heavy-duty Velcro, and keep them from sliding off or being blown off by the wind. I've since found out that those huge windshields have a habit of cracking because of heat trapped between an interior reflector and the glass. Before our next trip on Wednesday, I am going to change our reflectors mounting so I can stick them to the outside of the windows. We don't need to have cracks form! Oh, by the way, total cost of do-it-yourself reflectors like mine..?Right around $50.

chunker21 · 08-22-2021, 10:40 AM

If home making reflective panels and you don't want to add magnets or fasteners to the outside, on a C you can slip the edge in the door jamb and close the door on it. When we towed a Jeep I did that with a yoga mat to protect the windshield from rock chips. Obviously something thin is best.

Jimbo56 · 08-22-2021, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Calico

I made reflective sun screens for all the front and side windows of the cab out of the rolls of insulated reflective material you can buy at your local Home Depot, Lowe's, or Menards. The material is like foil-coated bubble wrap, and very easy to cut and tape together. I measured the windows and cut the shields to size, but I made the mistake of making them for the inside of the windows. I thought it would be easier to mount the reflectors on the inside with heavy-duty Velcro, and keep them from sliding off or being blown off by the wind. I've since found out that those huge windshields have a habit of cracking because of heat trapped between an interior reflector and the glass. Before our next trip on Wednesday, I am going to change our reflectors mounting so I can stick them to the outside of the windows. We don't need to have cracks form! Oh, by the way, total cost of do-it-yourself reflectors like mine..?Right around $50.

Please let us know how well that material holds up in the elements on the outside.

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