Protecting and outdoor dwelling TVR!
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The TVR is not going to be happy with me...
First she had to share the garage with some German exchange student, then some younger British tart turned up, but she forced that into the driveway, but now some exotic Italian w
e is about to evict her from the garage permanently.
So, how don keep my Tuscan in decent condition living outside?
I've arranged waterproof extension leads etc, for battery conditioner.
What cover? Storm force seems the best? Only cover when clean, ?
Not much more I can do really? Any chassis treatment I should get?
Will get a silica gel thing for inside aurally.
First she had to share the garage with some German exchange student, then some younger British tart turned up, but she forced that into the driveway, but now some exotic Italian w
e is about to evict her from the garage permanently. So, how don keep my Tuscan in decent condition living outside?
I've arranged waterproof extension leads etc, for battery conditioner.
What cover? Storm force seems the best? Only cover when clean, ?
Not much more I can do really? Any chassis treatment I should get?
Will get a silica gel thing for inside aurally.
My sons MX5 now has to live outside on my trailer.
In summer, we have a soft cover on the car, a showerproof lightweight cover over that, then a waterproof camping groundsheet held with bungies over that.
In winter I have made a frame from pipe that can be dismantled into storable sections, we put the soft and lightweight cover on the car, the frame over that, then a caravan cover, then the waterproof ground sheet just over the top.
Plenty of slope on the outer covers is needed to let water off and not let snow build up..
Sound a fuss but is actually simple, quick (15 minutes for the winter set up) and effective.
If you put moisture absorbers in make sure you keep access into the car to empty them on a regular basis.
In summer, we have a soft cover on the car, a showerproof lightweight cover over that, then a waterproof camping groundsheet held with bungies over that.
In winter I have made a frame from pipe that can be dismantled into storable sections, we put the soft and lightweight cover on the car, the frame over that, then a caravan cover, then the waterproof ground sheet just over the top.
Plenty of slope on the outer covers is needed to let water off and not let snow build up..
Sound a fuss but is actually simple, quick (15 minutes for the winter set up) and effective.
If you put moisture absorbers in make sure you keep access into the car to empty them on a regular basis.
GAjon said:
My sons MX5 now has to live outside on my trailer.
In summer, we have a soft cover on the car, a showerproof lightweight cover over that, then a waterproof camping groundsheet held with bungies over that.
In winter I have made a frame from pipe that can be dismantled into storable sections, we put the soft and lightweight cover on the car, the frame over that, then a caravan cover, then the waterproof ground sheet just over the top.
Plenty of slope on the outer covers is needed to let water off and not let snow build up..
Sound a fuss but is actually simple, quick (15 minutes for the winter set up) and effective.
If you put moisture absorbers in make sure you keep access into the car to empty them on a regular basis.
very impressive In summer, we have a soft cover on the car, a showerproof lightweight cover over that, then a waterproof camping groundsheet held with bungies over that.
In winter I have made a frame from pipe that can be dismantled into storable sections, we put the soft and lightweight cover on the car, the frame over that, then a caravan cover, then the waterproof ground sheet just over the top.
Plenty of slope on the outer covers is needed to let water off and not let snow build up..
Sound a fuss but is actually simple, quick (15 minutes for the winter set up) and effective.
If you put moisture absorbers in make sure you keep access into the car to empty them on a regular basis.
Thanks for the tips!
I had no idea a cover could cause paint issues. Is it particular to paint on fibre glass or can this happen on any car?
Had liked the idea of a cover but will explore other options now, perhaps just a half cover to keep the roof dry.
It's an early Tuscan so not 100% water tight.
I was planning on a top notch breathable one, are these any better?
Main issue with outdoors and no cover is lots of birds and right by a main road which kicks up a lot of dust, so the cars get really grubby in no time.
Will have a Google around for some tent things.
I had no idea a cover could cause paint issues. Is it particular to paint on fibre glass or can this happen on any car?
Had liked the idea of a cover but will explore other options now, perhaps just a half cover to keep the roof dry.
It's an early Tuscan so not 100% water tight.
I was planning on a top notch breathable one, are these any better?
Main issue with outdoors and no cover is lots of birds and right by a main road which kicks up a lot of dust, so the cars get really grubby in no time.
Will have a Google around for some tent things.
Outdoor covers are fine in my experience. Just make sure you get the right size. If it's too tight it will trap moisture and micro blistering is certainly a possibility. The Hamilton ones are designed to be a bit looser and, while they don't look quite as smart as a tight fitting one, they allow air to circulate around the car.Just make sure that your Tuscan is clean when you put the cover on and you'll be fine.
I've used several covers on my Tuscan when she lived outside.
The first time was with my 2000 Tuscan and I have to say, no problems.
When I bought my second, I had a problem with sand blowing under the cover.
I won't say anymore suffice to say she had a respray!!!!
Before the respray I bought a Carcoon.
The first time I 'cooned' her, and went back to work, (I work away), my wife called to say it had deflated.
Ok I think but when I got home, lots of blisters.
I don't know if it was because the Carcoon was new or not and they fixed the deflate issue.
I would go with wax and the half cover next time.
And when I mean next time, I just bought a Cerbera and she will have the half cover.
The first time was with my 2000 Tuscan and I have to say, no problems.
When I bought my second, I had a problem with sand blowing under the cover.
I won't say anymore suffice to say she had a respray!!!!
Before the respray I bought a Carcoon.
The first time I 'cooned' her, and went back to work, (I work away), my wife called to say it had deflated.
Ok I think but when I got home, lots of blisters.
I don't know if it was because the Carcoon was new or not and they fixed the deflate issue.
I would go with wax and the half cover next time.
And when I mean next time, I just bought a Cerbera and she will have the half cover.
I've been using Noah fitted covers from Covercraft for the past 15-odd years with no paint blistering or problems other than I had to replace the Cerb one after about 4 years as the material was breaking down (just out of the 4 year warranty funny enough!) cost me about £330 I think.
I've had them for a BMW Z3 Coupe, Griffith and now Cerb and never had any problems as long as you only put them on a clean car. I also use a bungy cord underneath to stop the wind from flapping them about which is what causes paint scratches etc. They are such a good fit I've not had any paint damage and they breathe which means the water dries underneath them.
I've had them for a BMW Z3 Coupe, Griffith and now Cerb and never had any problems as long as you only put them on a clean car. I also use a bungy cord underneath to stop the wind from flapping them about which is what causes paint scratches etc. They are such a good fit I've not had any paint damage and they breathe which means the water dries underneath them.
I have previously used outdoor covers for both a Lotus and the Tuscan. Never had any problems with scratches or paint blisters.
Covers where the Outdoor covers from Hamilton, these are loose covers and enable air flow, this means no damp or moisture build up. They are also very plain looking which keeps prying eyes away.
The cars where always polished, waxed and never dirty when covered.
Covers where the Outdoor covers from Hamilton, these are loose covers and enable air flow, this means no damp or moisture build up. They are also very plain looking which keeps prying eyes away.
The cars where always polished, waxed and never dirty when covered.
This thread has been running on the Supercar thread for a while, not sure if you've made any progress yet?
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
Looked at a variety of options, tents,out-door carcoon things, half covers, plain old wax... The tents looked silly, and outdoor sockets would be an issue in the only place I could put one, and the carcoons looked like a pain in the arse, and perhaps not suited for gravel.
Eventually spent 500 quid on a top of the ranger cover craft outdoor jobbie,
Should minimise any blistering issues, and they seem to be well regarded as quality bits of kit.
Sorted some ip66 outdoor sockets and extension lead for the battery conditioner now, and the 599gtb was collected today! Currently they are just eyeing each other up on the driveway,
Eventually spent 500 quid on a top of the ranger cover craft outdoor jobbie,
Should minimise any blistering issues, and they seem to be well regarded as quality bits of kit.
Sorted some ip66 outdoor sockets and extension lead for the battery conditioner now, and the 599gtb was collected today! Currently they are just eyeing each other up on the driveway,
I needed storage quick.. I had a few probs with various covers , scratching , micro blisters ,mice ...
These come up now and then in good nick
If you have the room . ..A good clean waggon body!! Vents great , fibre glass roof, plenty of light during the day. £900 delivered. Tuscan and a Chim fits in a treat
Those shipping containers are daft prices, this container has fibreglass sides, less weight and no moisture inside
These come up now and then in good nick
If you have the room . ..A good clean waggon body!! Vents great , fibre glass roof, plenty of light during the day. £900 delivered. Tuscan and a Chim fits in a treat
Those shipping containers are daft prices, this container has fibreglass sides, less weight and no moisture inside
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