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Dirk and Riki of the Lagoon 410 S2 Suria fabricate custom cockpit sunshades using Soltis 86 mesh fabric.0:05 This material blocks over 90% of solar radiation while maintaining outward visibility, which improves significantly with darker colour choices.0:34 To construct the shades, the crew uses the existing bimini side panels as templates, securing hems with clips rather than pins to prevent fabric damage.0:40 They sew the mesh with a heavy-duty machine using a standard jeans needle and UV-resistant Serabond thread, applying a double-stitch finish for durability.1:07 For high-stress attachment points, they reinforce the mesh with Sunbrella canvas before installing Tenax fasteners.1:59 The lower edges secure to the existing cockpit enclosure using webbing and hook-and-loop tape.3:38 To manage the shades, the crew sews fixed-length webbing straps with plastic clip fasteners, which have proven more corrosion-resistant than traditional metal snaps in saltwater environments.4:05 The installation effectively reduces cockpit temperatures and protects the deck from heat buildup.4:51

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