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Has anyone found aftermarket side window deflectors for the '20 Soul? Weather Tech would be my first choice, but alas, they have none. Anyone? Buehler? Anyone?
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Check with CARID on this site, on the forum listing, vendor section. But accessories are hard to find this close to the launch. This happened with the Gen 2 also.
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I got some off Amazon. I really like them.
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Shane, how are they mounted? Don't mean to sound like a noob, but I've never had side window deflectors on any of my previous vehicles. Is it just double-sided tape stuck to the outside window frame?
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Generally yes, most of us have them. There are a few in channel mounting types but not many (weather tech is one).
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Reading customer Q&As on Amazon, there is a reference to peeling off the protective tape to install, so yes, they're attached with adhesive. Assuming a clean surface, that should work just fine, I think. If you buy them and install them, let us know what you think. I like deflectors on my cars, since I often drive with the window partly open.
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Yep. I've only ever had that kind. I peel off a small part of the backing and stick that first then pull it along while keeping the thing in alignment. I also clean the surface with rubbing alcohol first. I've never had one come off.
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I might hold out for WeatherTech to produce them. I believe theirs usually are In-Channel. Not sure at this point, but if I cave in and get the Amazon spec I will post about them.
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I'm going to wait for the Weathertech ones, I think. I like the in-channel mounting strategy better.
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They usually have clips as well. Not just sticky tabs.
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These do not have tabs. They are molded to fit right against the black plastic near the mirror. They have 1/2" 3M double sided tape along the whole edge. I imagine the in channel ones would be lower profile. These don't stick out all that far but the edges are more squared versus beveled.
I think these look good and 1/4 of the price compared to the KIA ones. These do look lower profile than the KIA ones though. I can take more photos if anyone is truly interested.
I think these look good and 1/4 of the price compared to the KIA ones. These do look lower profile than the KIA ones though. I can take more photos if anyone is truly interested.
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Always interested in photos
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I'd like to have those wind deflectors, but I'm worried about in-channel ones and our winters here in Minnesota. On my 2013 Soul, ice often prevented me from opening side windows. In-channel deflectors would reduce clearances even more, I'd thing, so I'm not sure I want to take the risk. It might be better here to use the ones that stick to an exterior surface.
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Alright,decided to put the factory KIA ones on.I didn’t think the price was too bad at 135.00.
They fit with clips and pins,and also fit nice a close so as to not stick out and look out of place,yet still function.
Overall,I’m very happy with the look,fit and quality of these.
Pics,because we all like pics
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They fit with clips and pins,and also fit nice a close so as to not stick out and look out of place,yet still function.
Overall,I’m very happy with the look,fit and quality of these.
Pics,because we all like pics
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I have a set of those on my 2013 and have had them on another car also. They hold up well and did not come loose at all.
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I like the decal of the red hell cat dodge on the window of your Soul. It really looks like there's a awesome car parked next to you. NICE!
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LOL
Thanks! They both are pretty awesome cars for the purpose they serve,but the red one is a BEAST!
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