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For outdoor use what are your recommendations? Located in TX so heat and sun is an issue along with it needing reinforced eyes for fastening under the car. The ones from Autozone are complete trash and the sun starts to break them down in 6 months time.
I'm using a Coverking Mosom Plus since two winters here, but my car is parked in a car port and it's primary use is to protect the car against wet and cold weather, so I'm not sure how it would work for you.
My car is protected by a quilted, 4 ply, breathable cover made by Dustop. The cover is for indoor use only and it's thick enough to protect against most dings as well. They sell for about $250. The car has spent most of its life under this brand of cover.
My car is stored outside using a covercraft evo cover. It is waterproof and to some degree 'ding' proof. It also breaths so that moisture doesn't get trapped. It's a bit pricy but they custom cut them to your make/model of car so the fit is perfect.
My car is stored outside using a covercraft evo cover. It is waterproof and to some degree 'ding' proof. It also breaths so that moisture doesn't get trapped. It's a bit pricy but they custom cut them to your make/model of car so the fit is perfect.
Yea I'm thinking the Weathershield HD may be my best bet.
covercraft makes great stuff. Everytime I take my cover off the car is BONE dry, no mildew or anything.
I just wish we didn't live in a 1953 house with no closet space, no laundry room, and no extra room for the bowflex revolution. Then I would be able to park in the garage and it wouldn't be a problem. But NOOOOOO The washer, dryer, water heater, bowflex, and anything that doesn't fit in the closets is out in the garage. Now if I had a nice shed or shop in the back I could probably use the garage because the washer and dryer are all the way at the back. The bikes and tools etc could go in there. Then again they didn't make garages like they do now and with these long doors I may not be able to get in and out the dang car if I used the garage.
You can get them for less, but not sure the quality of them. They'll offer better protection against heat buildup, hail and falling branch damage and UV protection. Plus better protection against prying eyes who won't be able to tell what's inside/underneath. (I can tell a Corvette of every year is under a car cover just by the shape.)
Last edited by MintWS6FORMULA; 04-23-2015 at 11:03 PM.
You can get them for less, but not sure the quality of them. They'll offer better protection against heat buildup, hail and falling branch damage and UV protection. Plus better protection against prying eyes who won't be able to tell what's inside/underneath.
Was liking the idea until:
1. I saw the picture of the jeep inside and it looks like they got in the damn thing from the back.
2.Manufacturer Warranty 1-Year Limited
PFF Sure you can tap-con the legs down but those things are no larger then the fold up 10x10 canopy things and those are weak as hell. I could only image what a really good wind would do to this thing. Not only that what it would do to the car when it starts to blow in on itself.
This one is built stronger with 2" vs 1 1/2" but still has the sissy feet and the 1 year warranty. I do like the fact it has more windows for breathing and it's a tad cheaper. I still don't see getting in and out of the car though.
Maybe my fiances dad can weld up some real mounting feet so the thing stays on the ground.
I just wish we didn't live in a 1953 house with no closet space, no laundry room, and no extra room for the bowflex revolution. Then I would be able to park in the garage and it wouldn't be a problem. But NOOOOOO The washer, dryer, water heater, bowflex, and anything that doesn't fit in the closets is out in the garage. Now if I had a nice shed or shop in the back I could probably use the garage because the washer and dryer are all the way at the back. The bikes and tools etc could go in there. Then again they didn't make garages like they do now and with these long doors I may not be able to get in and out the dang car if I used the garage.
You just have a 1 car garage? If I were you I'd find a devious way to maximize space. Get a stacking washer/dryer, build a small addition on to the back of the house for the washer /drier, etc. That garage is too valuable to go to waste.
You just have a 1 car garage? If I were you I'd find a devious way to maximize space. Get a stacking washer/dryer, build a small addition on to the back of the house for the washer /drier, etc. That garage is too valuable to go to waste.
Its a deep garage. The washer and dryer aren't the problem they are at the back.
We need a shed is what we need so the %#$^ in the garage can go out there. Shed is for sure on the list after I pay off the loan for the car I'm picking up tomorrow. Wish the property line wasn't right next to the drive that is on the side of the house. I would expand on the house and make a new garage. We planned on extending the existing garage forward and turning it into a new master suite at some point which would mean I wouldn't have the garage then and would be forced to build a shop/garage in the backyard. The existing master would become a larger office and the current office would be the workout room so that would take care of the bowflex.
Why not build a carport in the back? It's not difficult, doesn't cost much, would be stronger than that tent(and cheaper), and would protect from the elements.
Depending on your budget, you could also check out your local shed/carport dealers. You could have a single carport for around $1000 installed. Then when you are ready, have it enclosed to store your car, or all the stuff that is taking up space in your garage.
Last edited by CharcoalBird; 04-24-2015 at 06:54 AM.
I had a 30x30 temporary garage until it tried to leave the yard with Tropical Storm Sandy. That winter push came to shove & I built my barn but while I did I used these to keep the cars clean & dry in the driveway. Three years later I'm still using them & you can't beat the price!
Yea the original blue was HOT!!! Unless of course it was in terrible shape then why not paint it a different color.
This kind of thinking will absolutely kill the value of any car. Paint it back the same color and striping codes and your car will be worth much more in the end.
I admit I made an impulse buy on my 83 Z28 because she was black on black on black...lol But further digging around under the car revealed she used to be silver. They did a heck of a job painting it, and it looks absolutely great.....but to the collector, he will pass the car up every time. Stay original!
RainX makes a decent cheap universal car cover if your budget is tight. Mine stays dry under it, and it still breathes pretty decent. It was enough to keep it dry until I got my t-top seals put on the other day. Now I continue to use the cover even though she doesnt leak anymore just to let her hide from the sun!
This kind of thinking will absolutely kill the value of any car. Paint it back the same color and striping codes and your car will be worth much more in the end.
I admit I made an impulse buy on my 83 Z28 because she was black on black on black...lol But further digging around under the car revealed she used to be silver. They did a heck of a job painting it, and it looks absolutely great.....but to the collector, he will pass the car up every time. Stay original!
That was saying if your not worried about keeping it original. I didn't mean just for the hell of it to paint it a different color.
My car is protected by a quilted, 4 ply, breathable cover made by Dustop. The cover is for indoor use only and it's thick enough to protect against most dings as well. They sell for about $250. The car has spent most of its life under this brand of cover.
I just bought that exact cover this year. I like it.
Don't you guys get light scratching in the clear coat under the covers? Especially you outdoor guys.
I'd like to cover mine up when I park at the GF's apartment building. The parking sucks, it's in the city so people don't care about anyone else's car, so I hope having the cover might give people the hint that this is a loved and cared for car and maybe it will get a bit more respect.
My car is protected by a quilted, 4 ply, breathable cover made by Dustop. The cover is for indoor use only and it's thick enough to protect against most dings as well. They sell for about $250. The car has spent most of its life under this brand of cover.
I've recently bought this cover as well and I am very happy with it. But I've noticed a very subtle, oily residue from it on my black car. If it were a lighter color I wouldn't noticed it.
I've recently bought this cover as well and I am very happy with it. But I've noticed a very subtle, oily residue from it on my black car. If it were a lighter color I wouldn't noticed it.
Have you noticed the same?
No, I have not noticed any residue. I'll check on that though.
I just received a "CoverMates Elite" Car Cover from theCoverStore.com for my 91 Z that seems like a great quality cover and is supposed to have great weather resistance. Not sure about long term but the quality and fit are very good and this only costs $159 and seems like a good cover for a reasonable price. They also have higher and lower models too. http://www.the-cover-store.com/14442...Car-Cover-3121
04-21-2015, 01:05 AM
Now if I had a nice shed or shop in the back I could probably use the garage because the washer and dryer are all the way at the back. The bikes and tools etc could go in there. Then again they didn't make garages like they do now and with these long doors I may not be able to get in and out the dang car if I used the garage. 
the original blue was HOT!!! 
Unless of course it was in terrible shape then why not paint it a different color. 
