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Sunroof -- Aftermarket O.k. ?

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Sunroofs? Has anyone had good experience with aftermarket installs, like 'Inalfa'?

 

I don't find many SLT, SLE's with factory sunroofs, so unless I order a brand new truck, I'm limited to aftermarket. It's the one 'luxury' item I really do enjoy on my vehicles and for the $1200 I've seen quoted, seems like a good value.

 

What think you?

 

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MS3DALE Senior Enthusiast

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I wouldn't do it.

When I ordered my truck I made sure I got the sunroof,Although I almost forgot too!!!!

SLESierra Enthusiast

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I had one in my Dodge Ram and loved it. However the sunroof is only as good as the installer. Get references before cutting up your top as there is not turning back. Inalfa is a great brand as well.

Zembonez Senior Enthusiast

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I've seen some quality aftermarket sunroofs from a company named ASC. They used to build prototype convertibles for auto manufacturers (may still) so they must have a clue what they are doing. I'm sure there are some others that are good quality.

 

Only problem with most aftermarket sunroofs is that most eventually leak water. Glass sunroofs are not popular here because they will fry you on a summer afternoon. Here is a link to a company that shows ASC sunroofs. I know nothing about this particular company. (Google find)

 

ASC SUNROOFS

mr_bots Enthusiast

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I always thought a sunroof would be cool, but the thought of someone cutting a hole in my roof... Also, aftermarket sunroofs don't usually have the added roof supports and drains that the factory ones do.

MS3DALE Senior Enthusiast

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Also, aftermarket sunroofs don't usually have the added roof supports and drains that the factory ones do.

 

+1

Thats the other point I should've mentioned,Thats why I decided to never have an aftermarket one put in any of my other trucks.

Lincoln30 Enthusiast

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ASC used to offer a lifetime warranty on their sunroofs and they are as good or better then most OEM. The local Caddy dealer used to order all cars without the GM sunroof and have the local ASC shop add the sunroof since they had a better warranty, leaked less then OE and made the dealer a tad more money. All of my mother's Caddy's except one had locally installed ASC sunroofs and the only one that was a problem was the OE sunroof...my Toyota Supra had an ASC sunroof. My 08 has an OE sunroof and it's leaked intermittently since new.

Scotty-B Enthusiast

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I put the Webasto/Holinda in my truck in the summer of 2007. LOVE IT!!! It will drain from all 4 sides if there was ever any leakage. Go with the 790 series and you will not be disappointed. I paid $1400 installed and have never had an issue.

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Thank guys!

 

There's a lot of opinions to digest here and I really appeciate them. I'll check out all the sources suggested.

 

I'd rather buy a truck 'out of inventory' which makes getting a sunroof nearly impossible. It's one less thing to worry about, if I can be confident in an aftermarket sunroof. I'll put it in later.

 

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02slt Enthusiast

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Avoid aftermarket sunroofs like the plague

 

You can get the best aftermarket roof, with the best installer.... but I can guarantee you it WILL leak sooner then later.

 

There are some things that should only come from the factory, and sunroofs are one of them.

 

 

Like a few other guys mentioned, having the lack of drainage with an aftermarket roof will cause nothing but headaches.

 

 

along with compromising the structural integrity of the truck, it will decrease the resale value as well.

 

I would highly suggest you get a truck with an oem roof.

OmarR Enthusiast

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I have an ASC sunroof on my 2003 Tahoe. I would have preferred an OEM sunroof, but it was the best deal on any Tahoe I could find in my area at that time.

 

I check and tighten all the screws every year before rainy season. No leaks yet.

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