Installation Instructions

Follow these simple steps to install your Viraport clear window in any fabric cover.

What You'll Need

Tools Required

  • Ink pen or permanent marker
  • Scissors

Included in Package

  • Clear Inspection Port
  • Wooden Craft Strip
  • 2 Tubes of Super Glue
  • Installation Template
Viraport package contents showing clear inspection port, wooden craft strip, super glue tubes, and installation template

Step-by-Step Installation

Step 1: Determine Placement

Select and clearly mark the desired location for installing the Clear Inspection Port on your fabric surface.

Marking the desired location on fabric cover for Viraport installation

Step 2: Position Template

Center the included 5" x 11" paper template within your marked area.

Positioning the 5x11 inch installation template on marked fabric area

Step 3: Mark Cut Line

Use your pen or marker to trace a border around the template. This will serve as your cut line.

Step 4: Cut Opening

Carefully cut along the inside of the border line to remove the central fabric section.

Cutting fabric opening along marked border line for Viraport installation Saving cut fabric piece for potential glue cleanup during installation

Step 5: Make Corner Cuts

Make an additional 1-inch diagonal cut into each of the four corners of the opening, as indicated on the template.

Making diagonal corner cuts in fabric opening for Viraport tab insertion

Step 6: Prepare the Port

Place the Clear Inspection Port on a flat, stable surface with either side facing up.

Step 7: Align Fabric

Position the fabric over the port so the opening is centered directly above the clear panel.

Aligning fabric opening over Viraport clear inspection port Tucking fabric tabs into Viraport frame channel

Step 8: Insert Fabric Tabs

Tuck the four fabric "tabs" created by the corner cuts into the black channel of the port frame.

Using wooden craft strip to press fabric tabs into Viraport frame channel

Use the provided Wooden Craft Strip to press each tab fully and evenly into the channel. Smooth out any wrinkles during this step for a clean and secure fit.

Step 9: Apply Adhesive

Applying super glue to secure fabric tabs in Viraport frame Additional super glue application for secure Viraport installation

Once satisfied with the alignment and appearance, apply Super Glue along the inside edge of the frame to bond the fabric and port securely together. Allow the glue to dry for at least one hour before additional handling or use.

Installation Complete!

Nice job!

Flipping cover to inspect completed Viraport installation

Place Cover on Car!

Car cover with installed Viraport window showing license plate through clear panel

Installation Tips

  • Work on a clean, flat surface for best results
  • Take your time with measurements and cutting
  • Test fit before applying adhesive
  • Allow full cure time before use