are these not taut or can the be taut? I have side sliding windows and is wondering if this will get in the way of me opening and closing. thank you!
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I would assume you could reach above the screen to open and close the window. It is also easy to release one side of the screen to gain access to the window to open and close it.
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I don't think this lock is for double hung windows. At least that is not what I have. I have sliding ones.
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No. They may get squeezed in. In my case part of it went down inside with the glass and then came back up. The shade or the window didn't get damaged but it looked like it could have been. So I take it down before rolling down the window.
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Yup. They don't touch the windows, so you can open windows with them in. This was the whole reason i got mine. The only issue is the speed you're going. I wouldn't open the window if you were going over 100 km/hr, because they can fall out of the holders (and potentially go out the window). I think the instructions said to not open the windows going over 130, but I found I started to have issues at 100
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these are not mushed flat. They may still work, depending on the clearance between louver slats. They might scratch the door.
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Well I can imagine this could damage the seal to the window if left in place 24/7. You basically have to ram those lower two "sticks" (for lack of better terminology to call them) into the lower portion of your window - between the window and that little flexible piece that rests against the window. So it does push that back a little. And then there is that top part. When you roll the window all the way up, obviously that is going to make an impression in the seal. My advise would be to only have it "installed" if you are actively using it. When it is not needed, just take it out so the impressions in the seals don't become permanantly warped or damaged.
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Yes, I have had mine installed for over 6 months with no issues rolling my windows up and down. I did use Windex to install and gave it a day 'dry' just in case.
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The panels are not really stiff. They are flexible enough to bend. I didn't have clips either. The panels just rested on top of wooden frames. I did cut them down in size a bit because the panels were too big to fit into the frames. Make sure there is some overlap on the edges of the frames and that they are supported on all 4 sides. It worked fine for me. They looked really awesome.
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Possibly. First, I swear by these, they are fantastic. Have bought several.I'll give you this as a reference point. Yelling really loudly can vibrate the windows enough to set them off. At the same time, on a sliding door window, if you slide the door open gently, it will not go off. (if you knock in the window, though, it will).If someone bust through an adjacent window violently, yes, it would go off.For my son's room, with two adjacent windows, I have one on each window to be safe.They're great products.
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Hi Amber, I bought the same ones for my truck. They also arrived open but once installed, they closed with a little pressure on the window. They were tight and a bit stiff initially but did loosen up with use. Maybe you could try to compress them a couple of times before you install them (?). Otherwise, you may need to contact the company and exchange them. Good luck, Gerrit.
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Hi Zulma Christian, I didn't use them so much for my sliding glass door. I used them for my windows and LOVED THEM! Once in place... They are in place. I can imagine they would work out well for sliding glass doors depending how thick the walls of the track are. Take care in this - though these little gems work well all slide locks will leave marks where they have been installed. It the nature of the beast. I suppose you can slide a thin piece of wood or ??? But these are screws you are putting in place to hold your windows and doors in place. The rubber after the first or second time of usage will not be the buffer you dreamed it would be... removing it an finding a thin hard piece of plastic might be the trick. Otherwise it will put holes in the aluminum. So, Step 1 - Close your Door or Window. Step 2 - Place Black rubber piece over the aluminum track and slide it against the door or window firmly. Step 3 - Remove thumb screws and place aluminum cover over the black rubber piece... you might need to press down hard or tap into place. Step 4 - Screw thumb screws into place until secure so the slide lock doesn't move. You may need to use a pair of pliers. SIDE NOTE: It is best to use to a lock on both the top and the bottom... &lt;Note from manufacture.&gt; I hope this was of some use and good luck... Much better than using a piece of board in the bottom of your door. I did that and all that happened is they pushed it hard enough so the top opened enough that they could get in... I'm guessing why the manufacture suggest using a lock on both the top and the bottom. :)
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Yes, very well to the point of having to turn off when I am home. :-) They come with a set of three. I used two on windows and the last on the sliding glass patio doors. Stick them on the inside house side not the outer. I stuck the large part on the side panel that meets the door when closed. The slim skinny part stick to the metal edge side of the door that closes when you pull it. Both pieces must meet face to face. You choose the spot that works for you. I did 5 ft from floor bottom high enough to be over the inside door handle. ()They both must line up to make a sound. Test them first before you stick by holding them in the spot you picked. I am very pleased.
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Anna..I removed those Black protective pads to get a bit more room to fit my windows. I could have left them on but it was a tight squeeze if I did leave them on. With them removed they fit just fine. When you install them, the thumb screws face inwards towards the room. Just tighten down the screws with a wrench or a pliers. Once I completed my installation, the window is impossible to open. Someone would literally have to smash the glass if they wanted to break in. To be on the safe side; I put two of these on the window track...one on the left side and the other on the opposite side. Hope this information helps...stay safe. Anna..I removed those Black protective pads to get a bit more room to fit my windows. I could have left them on but it was a tight squeeze if I did leave them on. With them removed they fit just fine. When you install them, the thumb screws face inwards towards the room. Just tighten down the screws with a wrench or a pliers. Once I completed my installation, the window is impossible to open. Someone would literally have to smash the glass if they wanted to break in. To be on the safe side; I put two of these on the window track...one on the left side and the other on the opposite side.... » Read More Anna..I removed those Black protective pads to get a bit more room to fit my windows. I could have left them on but it was a tight squeeze if I did leave them on. With them removed they fit just fine. When you install them, the thumb screws face inwards towards the room. Just tighten down the screws with a wrench or a pliers. Once I completed my installation, the window is impossible to open. Someone would literally have to smash the glass if they wanted to break in. To be on the safe side; I put two of these on the window track...one on the left side and the other on the opposite side. Hope this information helps...stay safe. « Show Less
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One of my windows does not allow much overhang. I drilled the braket in such a place where only the end cap is hanging over, less than 1 inch. You can arrange it with a lot of overhang as well. I love these, worked perfectly for all of my windows.
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You're always going to have problems with the back flapping partially when you remove the rear window. As long as you tighten the front down (and the midbow/support with the straps), you should be fine. It's just part of the design. Another problem I ran into that I found a solution for was the two rear side windows would act like parachutes and catch air, regardless of how well they were sealed into the doors when I began my journey. I took the two rear side window panels, and had a tailor sew velcro pile tape (the fuzzy portion) onto them where they meet the Bestop door frame and then I put Self-Adhesive 2" Industrial Strength Velcro hook tape on the actual door frame to seal it. No problems with the windows billowing since then. I hope this helps.
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You can roll the window up or down just not all the way or the tabs would slip out. That said, one side stays just fine on my car but tge other side always pops out when the dogs stand on it. I've considered trying to sew longer tabs on that one but haven't messed with t yet.
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No those are defective. Ours came twisted and folded like the storage bins that pop open or the hampers that spring open. I would return them and get them replaced. Ours do not stick out from the window at all.