DIY: Rear Window Screen

Basically, I prefer the windows down vs. A/C. One thing I can't stand is debris flying in from the rear window.
Unfortunately, the parking lot at work is full of trees and I can't avoid the falling leaves.

Problem solved with this DIY.
It's easy and inexpensive.
Products were purchased from Lowe's or any hardware store.

Items needed:

Screen (black or charcoal)
Screen frame
Screen frame corners (available in black)
Screen spline
Velcro (optional)

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m...d/IMG_0442.jpg

Tools needed:

Screen tool
Hacksaw
Scissors
Measuring tape
Blade

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m...d/IMG_0443.jpg



Step 1:

Cut the screen frame in four pieces
(2) measuring 12"
(2) measuring 28.5"

Step 2:

Attach the screen frame corners

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m...d/IMG_0445.jpg

Step 3:

Attach the screen to the frame

Step 4:

Paint the frame flat black to match interior.


End Result (before paint)
*Camera flash caused the screen to look gray... it's really black

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m...d/IMG_0448.jpg

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m...d/IMG_0449.jpg

End Result (after paint)

Screen and window

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/photo-25.jpg

Screen and window (halfway)

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/photo-26.jpg

From outside

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m...photo-25-1.jpg


The measurements are precise so that you don't need to use Velcro. It's pretty snug.

I placed the screen inside the cabin to protect it from the elements.

Also, I've been known to forget to roll up the rear window. With the screen present, it doesn't look so obvious that the window is down.


Happy Modding!

This is a badass mod.

I hadn't seen this one before, was sick mod!

This is a great mod.

pure genious!

good job!

I need to do this

groupbuy?

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Originally Posted by R3DN1CK

groupbuy?

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lol

The supplies are very cheap. (probably $20 total from what I remember)
What you can do is go to a screen repair shop and ask for scrap pieces (screen, frame, spline)
I'm sure they have plenty hanging around.

Awesome idea!

Looks like it was always there!! I love my windows down. I would definitely do this! Problem is i have a KC :( Any ideas around this issue?