I read that the manufacturer got a little relaxed in the assembly. Has the fit and finish improved in 2014?
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Honestly, it is good value for money and I have had no problems whatsoever, works very well
219061
This is Dave From GlareStomper: Our manufacturing has never changed. The "fit and finish" are guaranteed and if anyone ever has a problem, please let us know and we will make sure you get the correct visor for your unit. Please keep in mind that our visors are designed for one purpose, to keep the sun off your screen so you can see your display. We have proven after 10 years that our product works. The 'fit' will vary from unit to unit, but the function and result is always the same.
219062
Not sure because I have a touratech locking mount and it will not fit. It is just sitting on the shelf. However it appeared to be very cheaply made
219063
I have a couple of Garmin Nuvi, (5"). This shade blocked the antenna. Some minor trimming solved the problem, mostly. I found that removing the shad improved reception significantly. Despite this, I still use in when driving top down, but remove it when the top is up, or in another car.
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I would say yes they have not undated to 2014. Ask dealer if 2013 & 2014 have same fittings.
1241200
My husband tightened the bolts on the rocker part. It's not completely gone but it's a little better.
700710
It took me a while to figure that out because you have to push it in to lock it and pull it out to unlock it The reason it took a bit was I thought I had it in place but didn't. I had to rock it back and forth slightly while pushing in before I found the correct position to lock it by pushing in. In regard to the tension knob, that took a little effort because it wouldn't allow me to adjust it either at first because it was tight by default from the factory. Because it's plastic, it's going to move if enough pressure is applied. Why it's so tight from the factory I can only guess is because it's assembled by machine. Until you can get it to rock, you may not be able to lock it in place.
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Unless they changed the new body style, in which I'm pretty sure they didnt. When putting together I would recommend putting one side at a time and keep the bolts loose then put the top piece on.
42258
I just received mine about 2-3 weeks ago and it was completely assembled. I got the dark stained one; not sure that makes any difference.
683014
If you are talking about the same crossbars I am, those standard with a 2014 Q5, then I would say barely. It is a difficult and tight fit, but yes. That being said I'm not comfortable in the long term with the few threads that are being engaged. I am going to look for the same thread screw that is slightly longer and replace the existing bolts.
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I did have the tension adjuster go bad on me too, and I purchased a new assembly because the threads were gone. The new assembly has a slightly better design and has far outlasted the first one.
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It doesn't fit easily or perfectly. Some stretching in width is required. But after all bolts are tightened up looks great and functions perfectly
270372
i have the 2014, and it looks to me like the only differences, other than removing something that used to pinch fingers when closing, it that the canopy has 2 sections instead of 3 and around the foot rest there is exposed metal instead of it being wrapped in fabric.
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It's great in my 2013 Fit but you should probably check it out with a dealer. Good luck!
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Mine appeared to be originally from that era too, circa 1986, and it took a little bit of rigging, but i made it work. For one, you'll have to glue the light "backing" to the new hardware. I used gorilla glue brand, and it is holding perfectly well. Also, be sure to save the one and only bolt from the original. The new one does not come with a replacement. You'll also have to run a fine bead of glue around the perimeter of the new hardware to seal the gaps on the sides. Beyond that, it looks good as new.
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I bought this in 2011. I just bought the 2013 model and it also has a buckle but it not as tight as the 2011 model (more of a slight permanent recline). Bought the new one at TRU
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Some aspects of it have been changed and modified. I don't know I'd call it "new and improved" as the old one certainly worked well. I haven't noticed any profound difference in the current iterration.
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It's been awhile since I assembled my cabinet, but I do remember that it did not go together like a puzzle-where all pieces fit snuggly at first. I did fully tighten the areas around the drawer because as you go further you can not reach easily back into some of that area. Then I just got the rest of the cabinet almost snug-fully assembled but almost snug, where things could still move and slide it took some working and sliding pieces but it went together then I tightened down all the screws. I am very pleased with it still.
79809
I wouldn't think the frame design has changed from the 2013, but you may want to call a dealership and ask them to be sure
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Well we didn't seem to have that issue. I seem to remember the unit assembling OK - although a misfit axle could lead to the issues we had with the wheels. Sorry to see you had a problem too.