DIY Polaris Slingshot Sun Shade Made from FORMUFIT PVC
The Polaris Slingshot is a three-wheeled roadster that blends the thrill of a motorcycle with the styling of a lightweight sports car. With no doors, windows, or roof — and only an optional small windshield — Slingshot owners are left fully exposed to the elements.
For Slingshot enthusiast Richard, the Florida sun made long stoplights unbearable. Determined to find relief without compromising the sporty look of his ride, he engineered his own custom roof solution using FORMUFIT Furniture Grade PVC pipe and fittings.
From Prototype to Perfect Fit
Richard began with a prototype made from standard Schedule 40 PVC pipe and fittings. While it worked initially, he quickly realized that standard plumbing PVC wasn’t built for outdoor use — constant UV exposure would cause yellowing, brittleness, and cracking over time.
Switching to red FORMUFIT Furniture Grade PVC changed everything. Not only did it perfectly match the glossy red finish of his Slingshot, but it also offered UV resistance, impact strength, and the flexibility needed to map precisely to the vehicle’s frame.
Custom Design and Materials
Once the PVC frame was assembled and cemented, Richard completed his custom canopy using marine-grade twine and Sunbrella canvas — a durable, weather-resistant fabric ideal for outdoor use. The result was a sleek, functional roof that kept him shaded and cool while maintaining the Slingshot’s bold, performance-inspired look.
Richard’s clever build showcases how FORMUFIT PVC pipe and fittings can be used to create durable, professional-grade automotive accessories — at a fraction of the cost of commercial options.
See more photos and design details of Richard’s project on the Slingshot Forums.
4 comments
I have a 2016 Polaris Slingshot . I like the pipe frame roof . Would you have the list of parts needed and template if available kit ect.
Thank you Larry
The funny thing I started doing one out of white pvc pipe… never heard of anyone doing it until I surfed this morning… where did you use to mount it by the mirror..
This is an awesome concept! I would like to make one for my slingshot. Did you make a template or have dimensions that you would share?
This is awesome. Now, I’m wondering if I could do something similar for my golf card. How did you get the angles figured out. The install looks flawless. Well done!!