Another 2020 RT issue solved!

[Jetfixer]

A major issue I've had with my new 2020 RTL has been that the "glove box" that is intended for you to put your phone in while using BRP Connect, gets extremely hot. This console is directly above the engine and gets a tremendous amount of radiant heat, both while riding, and when parked. My phone has even given me a warning that due to overheating, it was closing some apps. I covered this box with a heat shield product that is able to withstand 400° direct heat, and 2000° radiant heat. It's self adhesive and the only draw back is that I can no longer read the warning label that tells me how to start the bike pps: After a 20 mile ride at 90°F, the inside of the plastic box was actually cool to the touch!! It's not cheap; it was about $23, but it is saving a very expensive cell phone from overheating.

 

[Jetfixer]

Our site sponsors should glom onto this as a new product offering!!!!

 

[Scotts8826]

A fix for a Spyder issue that cost $23!? Sounds like a cheap fix to me.

 

[Challenger]

Jetfixer would you share the name of the insulation wrap you used? TIA!

 

[Lawrence]

Where did you purchase this?

 

[Mikey]

https://www.carparts.com/jc_whitney
They have all of that sort of stuff!

 

[PW2013STL]

https://www.carparts.com/jc_whitney
They have all of that sort of stuff!

I did not find it there, but did find this-
https://www.jegs.com/i/Thermo+Tec/8...4579397212853695&utm_content=Other Categories

 

[Jetfixer]

Jetfixer would you share the name of the insulation wrap you used? TIA!

I used DEI Performance Products Reflect A-Cool. It's stocked at most major auto parts stores.

 

[Copperman]

Ebay has it for $14.30 plus tax w/ free shipping. I just ordered mine. Thanks Bret.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/163908618610

 

[JimFoy]

I ordered a sheet off Amazon and installed it on the outside of my glove box. It made a world of difference.

 

[AdmiralS]

I ordered a sheet off Amazon and installed it on the outside of my glove box. It made a world of difference.

Same for me. Night and day difference!

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00029KC2K/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[trong]

The RT models which retail for almost $29K have been around for over a decade and the heated glove box issue has been carried over and over after several improvements and redesigns of the Spyder. Sometime I just wonder what those engineers and managers at BRP are thinking, or not thinking. I am amazed that we are so proud of ourselves fixing the problems that should not exist in a vehicle costs that much.
Cheers.

 

[Papaloco]

Did it affect the phone signal? Or range?

 

[AdmiralS]

Did it affect the phone signal? Or range?

I have not seen any noticeable difference in signal reception. Although I did leave a piece of the top of the glovebox uncovered for heat to exit.

 

[Jetfixer]

Did it affect the phone signal? Or range?

None that I can tell either.

 

[Iceman47]

None that I can tell either.

This stuff works!!! Went for a ryde yesterday, temp in the mid 80s, after about an hour, I checked the glovebox and it was cool inside. Might trust putting my phone in there now.

 

[kevin_from_ny]

I have a 2021 RT Limited and i get Zero heat in the glove box.Dosent even get warm. I keep my back up pistol in there.Fits perfect. I checked it today after a 60 mile ride and not even warm. Perhaps This is one of the few differences between the 2020 and 2021...anyone else with a 2021 notice no heat?

 

[Jimmur]

Same here, just picked up my 2021 RT Limited and the glove box is staying cool. I rode about 100 miles and my phone stayed cool. They must have made a change between 20 and 21,

 

[kevin_from_ny]

Same here, just picked up my 2021 RT Limited and the glove box is staying cool. I rode about 100 miles and my phone stayed cool. They must have made a change between 20 and 21,

I went 128 miles yesterday and checked it again for heat...not even warm!Your right they must of made a change between 20 and 21..Curious what other changes they made.

 

[BajaRon]

The RT models which retail for almost $29K have been around for over a decade and the heated glove box issue has been carried over and over after several improvements and redesigns of the Spyder. Sometime I just wonder what those engineers and managers at BRP are thinking, or not thinking. I am amazed that we are so proud of ourselves fixing the problems that should not exist in a vehicle costs that much.
Cheers.

People think that engineers run these companies. This is why I always chuckle at those who respond to a modification by saying 'If the engineers thought this was a good idea, they would have included it in the design'. Or, 'I'm not switching because the engineers know what is best'. And I agree. The engineers probably do know whats best. But it's the pencil pushers and bean counters who run the company. It always comes down to the bottom line. And you have to know that, many times, the engineers walk away shaking their heads.

This is what keeps aftermarket people in business. We do what the engineers wish they could.