Car covers

[tvr-i-will-be]

Has anybody any experience of using car covers? I'm looking at the Car Additions ones, and wondered if any of you folk use one and what you think of the quality?

I'm after the proper waterproof one for outside use, and have also seen some other companies advertising so wanted to research a bit before splashing out (pun intended; waterproof cover....?) on one.

[paul.davies]

I've got a covercraft weathershield one for a tamora I no longer have, worked really well and fitted like a glove. I'm looking for £100 for it.
Paul

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>> Edited by paul.davies on Wednesday 8th February 11:39

[yi8tvr]

Get a Carcoon they are the ultimate if you want to keep it dry.
Car covers hold moisture in.

[tvr-i-will-be]

Paul, I might be interested in that. Is it breathable and fully weatherproof?

Yi8tvr - what is this carcoon that you speak of? It's not an inflatable bubble thingy is it?

[yi8tvr]

tvr-i-will-be said:

Paul, I might be interested in that. Is it breathable and fully weatherproof? Yi8tvr - what is this carcoon that you speak of? It's not an inflatable bubble thingy is it?

Thats the kiddiwinkle, I guess they are more for storage though.
I use one from November to march and they are a godsend for keeping
the t350 perfectly dry and charged.

[tvr-i-will-be]

Just looked on the web (should have done so before I posted) and the Carcoon looks good on the face of it - cheaper than I expected.
Do you have experience of using on yi8tvr?

[paul.davies]

Yeah, It's both, have a look at:
www.covercraft.com/weathershield.htm
It's black.

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[yi8tvr]

tvr-i-will-be said:

Just looked on the web (should have done so before I posted) and the Carcoon looks good on the face of it - cheaper than I expected. Do you have experience of using on yi8tvr?

Like i said i use mine from between November to March for storage
in a perfect climate i also jake the car up on axle stands and take the wheels off. On the other hand if you just want a cover during the driving season its no bother to unzip it and drive off.

IMO i think car covers more so waterproof ones hold moisture in as most moisture comes from the floor up and then it has nowhere to go
leaving the car damp all the time.

[Mustang Baz]

Lee - have a look at this;

www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&t=223165&r=2728617&hm=38660#2728617

I have a covercraft weathershield and it has done what I wanted it to - a first layer of protection against water, grime, bird s**t etc. However, it is not waterproof, not is it marketed to be (states "best weather resistance" on website). Although the vast bulk of water runs off the cover (not always on the Tuscan with the scooped bonnet!), because it is a breathable fabric, some water has to make its way through, although this really is negligible.

Really recommend the cover, although you need to be aware that it is best to wash fairly regularly. The dirtier the inside of the cover, the higher the chance of dirt/material scratching. There are certain circumstances when the cover can rub/rip - as has happened on mine - although the Company have undertaken a repair on my behalf.

[tvr-i-will-be]

Thanks guys. I'm hoping to use the Tam mostly as a daily driver (as much as work will allow) and I'm looking at building a carport/timber garage in addition to the one that I have so although the carcoon sounds very attractive I don't think that it quite fits the bill.

I think a car cover will be best, as I'm primarily interested in keeping bird s**t etc off, and any heavy downpours out of the roof and boot.

When I get the carport/timber shed-garage-thing built I might actually look at one of the indoor carcoons aswell.

Paul, YHM