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Old 10-13-2008, 01:04 PM
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OEM Sunroof Deflector

Hey guys,
i've been searching around the internet and on here to find a dealer or part# for the OEM deflector. I can't find anything. TRDPARTS4U told me it is not available. surely this thing has to still be available for sale. any suggestions?
Old 10-13-2008, 01:46 PM
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The same thing happened to me. I actually ordered it and then I got a call from trdparts4u.com that it is no longer carried. I went through them. I got it last weel but haven't had the time yet.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/TOYOT...mZ150298923179
Old 10-13-2008, 01:49 PM
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i have one i just took off

want it?
Old 10-13-2008, 01:51 PM
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1) is it factory?
2) do you have a 3rd gen
3) how much?
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Did you have it for sale? I searched on here but couldn't locate it anywhere. By the way, how did the deflector work for you, did it cut down the wind noise? And if you don't mind me asking, why are you selling?
Old 10-13-2008, 04:18 PM
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The part number is 00531-32941, but nobody seems to have them anymore, unless aftermarket. I want one too.
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i have the original toyota one if u want it
Old 10-13-2008, 05:19 PM
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It seems like the people who have them, dont care and take them off. are they not worth getting?
Old 10-13-2008, 05:23 PM
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I have one, and I leave it in during the winter. You can still open/close the sunroof w/ it installed. I install it in the winter, because when the heat is on, the glass condensates, and then it drips on me.
Old 10-13-2008, 08:21 PM
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well i like them, i just hate that it collects water and dirt and it's hard to clean. same with the hood deflector thing. thats y i took both of mine out. but damage has already been done...
Old 10-14-2008, 12:54 PM
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ive found that at about 1/2 open(or closed ) there is limited noise/wind OR with the back window open (partial to full) it reduce the noise and the breeze through is nice.

no snow to be concerned about...
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I found mine on ebay. OEM Toyota part....for like $20
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Originally Posted by ToyoRunner94
1) is it factory?
2) do you have a 3rd gen
3) how much?
factory

3rd gen 1999

140,000 miles

so it is used but nothing unusual. it was on the roof


pulled off for gas mileage. plus I like the sunroof without it,
can see better. yes it is windy without it

it is big and shipping will cost me 12 bucks
so maybe it ain't worth it. I see replacements
out there for cheap

I was hoping 40 bucks and then whatever
it costs be to box it up and ship ups ground

but you can maybe find a better deal.
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Originally Posted by ToyoRunner94
It seems like the people who have them, dont care and take them off. are they not worth getting?
I had one, but only ran it for about a year. Took it off and later sold it for reasons racer mentioned below:


Originally Posted by racermp
i just hate that it collects water and dirt and it's hard to clean. same with the hood deflector thing. thats y i took both of mine out.
agreed. It didn't really provide any benefit for me either.
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Another factory accessory no longer available! I'm looking for one of these things to so thought I'd revive this thread. Anyone have an OEM one they want to sell me?

Or, does anyone have any experience with the aftermarket ones? The only one I've been able to find is here:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/TOYOT...Q5fAccessories
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I have not driven my T4R with it off. It is quiet but I do have to lower a window to keep the noise down. After that there is not much noise. I do like the roof half opened when it is a little cold....
X2 on HARD TO CLEAN! Especially in the corners! It leaves dirt in the corners after a wash.
Overall, I am 50/50 on liking it. If the sunroof was smaller, I would hate it! I had an Acura Legend with one on and I took it off and I loved it!

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One thing it does do is keep that sunroof wind baffle (the springy thing with the vents in it) from bouncing around at freeway speeds on the older 3rd gens). I think Toyota fixed that issue on the newer 3rd gen sunroofs. I took mine off to see if it increase fuel economy back when fuel was $4+ and never put it back on. I'll let you know if I am going to sell it.
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If any of you guys want to sell your oem sunroof deflector for your 3rd gen let me know. I'll buy it.
(and a hood edge protector)

Thanks
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Originally Posted by <96 Runner>
One thing it does do is keep that sunroof wind baffle (the springy thing with the vents in it) from bouncing around at freeway speeds on the older 3rd gens). I think Toyota fixed that issue on the newer 3rd gen sunroofs. I took mine off to see if it increase fuel economy back when fuel was $4+ and never put it back on. I'll let you know if I am going to sell it.
Sorry it is a little off topic, but did you see an increase in fuel economy at all? Don't see how something like that could cause a decrease in mileage.
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Originally Posted by Cbohl51
Sorry it is a little off topic, but did you see an increase in fuel economy at all? Don't see how something like that could cause a decrease in mileage.
it is hard to measure.

but it is a no brainer.

you stick crap in the airstream, you get less mileage.

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