runaway camper window rain guards

In this video we will mounting the window rain guards on the runaway camper.
I did put 3 screws in each one to be safe.
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Here is a link for the one I used make sure you measure before buying.
Sunroof Wind Deflector amzn.to/302vbCL
3M 3609 1/2" W x 5' L Molding Tape amzn.to/358Heh9
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[@knolltop314]

Would not be surprised to learn this is one of the most popular mods done to Runaway's campers. Thanks.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the comment Michael Hill

[@keithnorris8982]

Well Kevin, You ask for a comment, so here ya go.... You do a dang good job of helping us newbies out, and I thank you for your efforts. You're all right my friend:-) -keith

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you so much for the comment Keith I'm glad to help.

[@PaulDGreen-bu4iz]

That's a pretty neat idea Kevin. They look great! Thank you for sharing!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks Paul.

[@petermundy3339]

I really have to commend you Kevin on what you have done with the camper a great job all round. If you could get some of that aluminum molding that around the door and fit it around the visor it would not be going anywhere. Great job Mate.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the info Peter.

[@RubenFletcher]

Kevin, you did exactly what you needed to do. Only thing I would have done is scuff up the surface where the tape is to make contact to make for better adhesion. Great idea though.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks Ruben.

[@none5355melvinMadigan]

that rain vent was a good idea and looks great I will keep that in mind thanks for sharing that Kevin you giving me some great ideas for a runaway camper

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks Melvin all my ideas are your ideas have fun thanks for watching.

[@Drbethturtlewoman]

could you go into more detail about how you hooked up your TV?

[@winstonbean2947]

Looks wonderful. Professional job all around. I like that you leave in any missteps you might run into. Much appreciated. I was wondering if you've considered an outside light next to the door? Like a "porch light".

[@Robinson-Homestead]

The outside light will be in my next runaway camper video thanks for the comment.

[@bobloblaw9302]

Without air you can't breath? Fantastic words of wisdom from a Looney Tunes character, I'm-a gonna-go-ahead-and... be an Ultra-Maroon.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the comment.

[@n8rlvr876]

Hey Kevin, getting ready to purchase the 6x8 … was wondering, now that this video is 5 years old, how have these held up for you? Considering this for mine. Your video will DEFINITELY be guiding me on install😃 Thanks!!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Not sure last heard all is good I built a 6x10 box trailer camper all on video.

[@n8rlvr876]

@@Robinson-Homestead thanks! Very cool btw!! I’ll look for that Build video, ty and happy travels! I’m super psyched for my Runaway… just sold a 26 ft Grand Design Imagine… It was/is a fantastic RV, but as a solo traveler it just doesn’t allow to me get as far off the beaten path as I’d like to now. Thanks to videos like yours and Charles Momon I discovered Runaway and I knew that was EXACTLY what I need!

[@adoboy5520]

It looks good. I thought it added flair. Good job. Please let us know if the 3M tape held up after a while.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

I did add 3 stainless steel screws to each one.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

I didn't trust the tape.

[@danhold1]

Nice clean installation

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you danhold1.

[@Hatch61]

Looks great Kevin, I think that you will like them. Great video my friend.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks your idea and a good one thank you Hatch61.

[@greghomestead6720]

I think they look fantastic!!!! however when they're use for the sunroof the wind would go right over it. with them orientated the way that you need them I would be afraid that the wind will catch and pull them off. I understand your thought about not wanting to put screws in it but I'd rethink it. please don't take my comment as being negative I enjoy your channel and your projects it's just my opinion. Have a Jesus filled day Greg in Michigan

[@Robinson-Homestead]

I put 3 screws in them to be safe thanks Greg.

[@eddiecastaneda9523]

They sell rv rain gutters . Trim -lok drip rail , black 1/2 height 25 ft on amazon for under $40

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the info Eddie

[@AlFonso-p6p]

I had my windows sealed up instead. I'm from Los Angeles (crime capitol of the world) and you can't have windows here without metal iron bars or people WiLL rob you!!! O.O This is a neat idea but I can't afford losing my property lol Had a roof vent installed instead. 😁👍 Seems to work so far. Thank God!!! 😂

[@Robinson-Homestead]

That's a shame, crime is out of control.

[@matthewlockhart7559]

Kevin, I was thinking about doing the same for my Runaway. Think I'll give it a try. Maybe you could post how it worked for you once you get back from a trip or two-if you get any rain. Thanks!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Ok thanks Matthew.

[@metaspencer]

Great solution!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks metaspencer

[@a1xavier]

kevin that is a great idea! I thank you your your vids you post, I am waiting for my camper to be delivered in a couple weeks. can you do a vid of a close up of the electrical box, I need to figure out a way to run a ham radio antenna inside the camper.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Have you seen all my videos on the runaway camper?

[@a1xavier]

as far as I know I have, in fact I think I might have watched all runaway vids youtube has! ill go back through them and check if I have missed something. Also, I loved the portable light with Velcro, what a fantastic idea.

[@allventuretravelservicesav3659]

Thanks Man ! Great idea

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you for watching and the comment.

[@justinpaul1046]

How have they worked out for you? I'm thinking about doing this to my old sixPac camper I'm renovating. I have 4 windows and found sizes to fit them all. Cheers!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

They worked out very well light rain or open the side opposite of the rain and wind that's what I do.

[@justinpaul1046]

Kevin Robinson thanks buddy, I'm ordering mine now.

[@RusticTrailRV]

Where did you get these?

[@cdlady54_95]

Did not that addition spark up the camper! Thank you Hatch61! Cat's Meow!! Great job Kevin!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Look up Hatch he is a good man you will like him.

[@brianlarsen3030]

looks good,let us know how it works. are u thinking about cabnets,I'm thinking about a build around the a.c.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Cabinets not right now windows I will let you know thanks for the comment.

[@JohnBobRoger]

I need a guard that is 48" long. SunRoof Deflector maybe? Anybody know a source? TY

[@Robinson-Homestead]

That all be a hard one maybe cut two and make one maybe J Roger.

[@spencerpalmer5314]

From experience, you may want to pre drill the visor, silicon and screw them to the camper. Wind is not your friend them driving down the highway.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

I did thank you for the comment and info.

[@stopmojim]

It's silicone. Silicon is an element on the periodic table.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the comment James.

[@marconesme]

Don't those windows open from the side? The open part will still be exposed and let rain in wouldn't it?

[@Robinson-Homestead]

I think they will be ok in a light rain.

[@Seminolerick]

I like the idea of it... but IF I do it, will be mounted on the opened side, not top. that way, when driving, the windows, can remain open partially, allowing airflow, with no rain getting in. It more uses the idea of the sunroof it was designed for. lt might not look right tho... gonna really think it over, Thanks for the idea !

[@MetaView7]

Alcohol will un-glue the tape. Your second run of alcohol, even the fumes, will undo the tape.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you for the information.

[@shirleycartlidge5724]

HI where did you get these rain guards ? I am in Uk

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Off of Ebay.

[@shirleycartlidge5724]

Hi Kevin, Thanks do you have manufactures name as I cant find any thing for camper in uk

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Shirley Cartlidge just look up sunroof visor sunroof Shield hope this helps maybe even sunroof rain guard.

[@MayhemRv]

Im not sure i understand the benefit of this. If it only covers the top 15-20 percent of the window how can you open the window in the rain without getting water inside?

[@Robinson-Homestead]

If it is a light rain should be ok.

[@TimKnuff]

Where do I buy

[@Robinson-Homestead]

The link should be in the description.

[@danmoffett64]

Yup, any wind at all, even a slight breeze, those aren't going to do a thing.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

I've put stainless screws in them. Thanks for the comment and watching.

[@danmoffett64]

@@Robinson-Homestead not talking about the screws. Any breeze and the rain will still come in under the vent cover. Too bad Maxair isn't still making those louvered window vents especially for horizontal sliding windows.

[@RDC_Garage]

I use Drip Caps from Vintage Technologies. They are aluminum and they work good. I use them on my teardrop windows and door. teardroptrailerparts.com/Windows___Doors.html

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the info RDC Garage.

[@RDC_Garage]

Kevin Robinson they have different sizes, just call them and tell them what length. They are awesome to work with. And they shop Super fast.

[@chadi7173]

Good idea Hatch Good execution Kevin I probably would of screwed a couple pan heads in it for redundancy but opinions are like buttholes. We all Have one but only need to worry about our own. They all told me not to drill into my Kayak but had to put my anchor dolly on, move the rod holders etc. the right Screw and a dab of silicone and it's good to go, even in salt water. 👍🏻

[@wally1957]

These automotive sunroof wind deflectors used in your project are a failure due to the fact that they are made for curved automotive roofs and the tension to rebound off a flat surface will always remain therefore it is required to use screws for mounting regardless of what type of adhesive tape is used. Also the curve at the bottom front edge leans inward toward the trailer wall which directs the water inward toward the window which defeats its initial purpose of keeping the window dry. There are other flaws which I will not get into here but I wanted to warn others that you are wasting your time and money if you try this. How do I know? Because I tried it. I am just surprised Kevin that you did not leave a comment of your rain guards performance which I know failed to keep the window dry.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

if you had watched all my videos you woulld have seen that i put screws in them and as far as the windows being wet they were fine .i also said that if there was a big rain storm they probally would not work as well,if it is drizzling its ok to let the windows open just to get some fresh air..thank you for you comment.

[@wally1957]

I watched your entire video and know that you put screws in them but no one wants to drill holes in the side of their RV. that's what they made 3M automotive or 3M VHB adhesive tape for but you have to screw yours in because their is constant tension to spring back due to it's curved automotive roof shape. I am not here to give you a bad time just stating some facts and frankly I just wanted to comment so that your viewers are aware that these automotive sunroof wind deflectors are not designed for this type of project and the deflectors direct the water inward (due to the inward curve at the bottom lip) toward the window which defeats your initial goal. Again I tried this and it did not work as intended and is a waste of money and time. I would hate to see someone else screw holes in their RV only to find out that these sunroof wind deflectors don't work as intended for this type of project. These sunroof deflectors only protect the top window frame and not the entire window.