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Koger Sunshade RV-8
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| Fits | Description | Part No. |
|---|---|---|
| RV-8 | Special 15" W x 46" L | 13-05657 |
Overview
| The Koger Sunshade was developed to provide protection from the sun while flying an airplane that has a large bubble plastic canopy like the RV-6, RV-7, RV-8, RV-9, RV-9A and many other types of aircraft. |
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WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. |
Installation Types
Tape ApplicationIf you are purchase a Small, WIDE, Large, RV-4, or RV-8 Sunshade, it will attach with double-stick tape. This tape has been used on the Koger SunShades for more than 15 years and has proven to last and remain securely attached to the canopy while having no structural impact. It is good to 300 degrees farenheit, so remains attached securely even in hot, sunny climates.
Velcro
If you purchase the RV-Slider or Super Slider shade, the front fabric panel will attach to the canopy cross bar with Velcro dots. This has proven to be a reliable and secure method of attaching the SunShade around the canopy handle.
Screws
RV-Sliders, Super Sliders, and some custom sunshades attach to steel tubes using small screws. The screws are secure and easily installed with the installation kit provided.
Benefits
- Retractable to front or rear.
- Lightweight (9oz. for side by side RV models)
- Install in 1/2 to 1-1/2 hours depending on the model.
- Makes instruments more visible, and the cockpit more comfortable.
Reviews
This thing is great! Should have ordered one years ago. Easy to install, Easy to use. Keeps the greenhouse effect from the canopy down on a hot day.
So glad I bought this shade! I love my bubble canopy and I have great ventilation so heat isn’t the issue. I can’t read my iPad, even on a cloudy day.! This solve the problem, even on the sunniest day. It really cuts the heat down too. Fits together like a Swiss watch, very well made. The installation is not difficult, just take your time. Bending the center rail to match the contour of your canopy is easy, go slow. I used a piece of string, stretched over the canopy, to make my center line, followed by electrical tape, then gently bent the rail. Worth every penny!
I purchased the wide tip-up sunshade for my Sonex OneX. The wide shade is designed for side-by-side Sonex aircraft (Sonex, Waiex, Xenos) but it fit the OneX just fine. Very easy to install, just follow the 2 page instruction sheet. Easy to open and close in flight. Highly recommend.
The shade was easy to install, came with the drill and tape. Good quality materials and makes the cabin a delight to sit in on a sunny day. Would recommend.
Can you please advise the best sun shade for my RV9A. I am interested in quick and easy fitting. Thanks very much. Don
Amazing bit of kit. Good and easy to understand instructions. All you need including a tap and drill bit.
It took about an hour to install it. It was not difficult and I got very good sun protection with the super slider. I like that it keeps the cockpit and instrument panel cooler when its sitting on the hot ramp as well.
I put this Koger Shade on my Vans RV-7A Tipup canopy. Fits well. Goes on easily. The sticky tabs seem really strong. I used the wider model and glad I did.
A fine product, it has significantly reduced heat in my RV6. Installation was straightforward, with only one glitch. I misplaced the tiny tube of Super Glue Gel provided and substituted the regular liquid. It dripped down into the plastic thumb screw threads and froze them. Be sure to use Gel!
Q&A
Please note, Aircraft Spruce's personnel are not certified aircraft mechanics and can only provide general support and ideas, which should not be relied upon or implemented in lieu of consulting an A&P or other qualified technician. Aircraft Spruce assumes no responsibility or liability for any issue or problem which may arise from any repair, modification or other work done from this knowledge base. Any product eligibility information provided here is based on general application guides and we recommend always referring to your specific aircraft parts manual, the parts manufacturer or consulting with a qualified mechanic.
Yes, this is a little bit of drilling involved. We have added the instructions to the 'Documents' tab of the web page.
You would want to order the custom made model, our part number 13-05661.
We do not offer accessories or replacement shades for these. Only complete systems.
No. The RV-7 uses either the Small Universal or WIDE, not the RV-8 shade.
