car cover suggestions?
11-23-2010, 09:05 PM
#4
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Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 2,204
The Coverking covers are great!
Lot's of options depending on how you are going to use it. You can check them out and configure your cover at www.southernmustangparts.com or just click here Mustang Car cover
Satin Stretch->
Satin Stretch is an indoor Custom Car Cover fabric. It will fade if exposed to extended sun, and is not water resistant.
Satin Stretch is the SOFTEST fabric available, and has Lycra yarns to hug every contour of a vehicle. Blind stitching results in invisible seams - this is a SEXY car cover!
Triguard->
A 3 layer Custom Car Cover material suited for light weather conditions (perfect for occasional use or vehicles stored under a carport). Triguard is fairly soft and very compact. Do not use Triguard in harsh weather or sun. Triguard™ is also not suited in areas with industrial fall out (acid rain).
Coverbond 4->
4 layers make Coverbond 4 a very thick and bulky Custom Car Cover. It is not suggested for daily users, or for people with large SUVs. However, the extra bulk helps to guard against minor nicks and dings, and even helps in light hail. Coverbond 4 is suggested for moderate weather or indoor use.
Mosom Plus->
Mosom Plus is a four layer material. The outer two layers are Spunbond Polypropylene, the middle layer is a special micro-porus film and the inside layer is super-soft fabric. The middle layer is an excellent rain barrier, while allowing for vapors to pass through. The special cotton flock inner layer pampers the most delicate paint finish. It is a great choice for all-around car cover use, suggested for most conditions except extreme sun, snow or ice. Mosom Plus is a non-woven material, so in the unlikely event a rip occurs in the materlial, it will not run. As with all Coverking Custom Car Covers, Mosom Plus™ Covers can be custom made in just 2 days!
Silverguard->
Similar in properties to Mosom Plus, but with more sun resistance, slightly less breathability and no soft inner liner. Silverguard is a 300 denier polyester woven Custom Car Cover fabric with a unique encapsulative coating. It is perfect for general use, even in very sunny climates. The silver coating helps to reflect sunlight
Silverguard Plus->
Silverguard Plus is a 300 Denier polyester material with a reflective, water resistant coating on the outer layer and a soft, non-abrasive layer on the inside. It is a great choice for all-around car cover use, suggested for most conditions except extreme rain, snow or ice. 300 denier is a strong, heavy weave, which will not rip or tear easily. The silver coating on Silverguard Plus does an excellent job of reflecting sunlight, while keeping rain and animal droppings from damaging the vehicle finish. The special soft inner layer pampers the most delicate paint finish.
Stormproof->
Coverking was overwhelmed after receiving test results of our latest design - Stormproof. The culmination of over a decade of material engineering, it has only recently been possible to manufacture the microscopic yarns which go into this advanced micro-fiber Custom Car Cover material. Only one textile mill in the world was able to meet Coverking's specifications - and although challenged by Coverking's design, the results are truly a triumph for car cover users! Stormproof is UNCOATED and UNTREATED this means that even after months or years of use, it will have the same properties! Stormproof feels more like an expensive golf jacket, yet is tested to be the MOST WATER RESISTANT and (because there are no coatings) the MOST BREATHABLE. You can't go wrong with Stormproof - available in gray, black, red, wine, and two tone combinations with black sides
Autobody Armor->
Revolutionary new material takes the stretch of Coverking Satin Stretch custom covers, and combines it with all weather protection. A middle layer of Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) provides your vehicle with the best water resistance available from a Custom Car Cover today. Two outer layers of woven polyester reinforce and protect the inner layer while allowing moderate breathability. Protect your vehicle from the elements while keeping a perfect fit!
Ken
Lot's of options depending on how you are going to use it. You can check them out and configure your cover at www.southernmustangparts.com or just click here Mustang Car cover
Satin Stretch->
Satin Stretch is an indoor Custom Car Cover fabric. It will fade if exposed to extended sun, and is not water resistant.
Satin Stretch is the SOFTEST fabric available, and has Lycra yarns to hug every contour of a vehicle. Blind stitching results in invisible seams - this is a SEXY car cover!
Triguard->
A 3 layer Custom Car Cover material suited for light weather conditions (perfect for occasional use or vehicles stored under a carport). Triguard is fairly soft and very compact. Do not use Triguard in harsh weather or sun. Triguard™ is also not suited in areas with industrial fall out (acid rain).
Coverbond 4->
4 layers make Coverbond 4 a very thick and bulky Custom Car Cover. It is not suggested for daily users, or for people with large SUVs. However, the extra bulk helps to guard against minor nicks and dings, and even helps in light hail. Coverbond 4 is suggested for moderate weather or indoor use.
Mosom Plus->
Mosom Plus is a four layer material. The outer two layers are Spunbond Polypropylene, the middle layer is a special micro-porus film and the inside layer is super-soft fabric. The middle layer is an excellent rain barrier, while allowing for vapors to pass through. The special cotton flock inner layer pampers the most delicate paint finish. It is a great choice for all-around car cover use, suggested for most conditions except extreme sun, snow or ice. Mosom Plus is a non-woven material, so in the unlikely event a rip occurs in the materlial, it will not run. As with all Coverking Custom Car Covers, Mosom Plus™ Covers can be custom made in just 2 days!
Silverguard->
Similar in properties to Mosom Plus, but with more sun resistance, slightly less breathability and no soft inner liner. Silverguard is a 300 denier polyester woven Custom Car Cover fabric with a unique encapsulative coating. It is perfect for general use, even in very sunny climates. The silver coating helps to reflect sunlight
Silverguard Plus->
Silverguard Plus is a 300 Denier polyester material with a reflective, water resistant coating on the outer layer and a soft, non-abrasive layer on the inside. It is a great choice for all-around car cover use, suggested for most conditions except extreme rain, snow or ice. 300 denier is a strong, heavy weave, which will not rip or tear easily. The silver coating on Silverguard Plus does an excellent job of reflecting sunlight, while keeping rain and animal droppings from damaging the vehicle finish. The special soft inner layer pampers the most delicate paint finish.
Stormproof->
Coverking was overwhelmed after receiving test results of our latest design - Stormproof. The culmination of over a decade of material engineering, it has only recently been possible to manufacture the microscopic yarns which go into this advanced micro-fiber Custom Car Cover material. Only one textile mill in the world was able to meet Coverking's specifications - and although challenged by Coverking's design, the results are truly a triumph for car cover users! Stormproof is UNCOATED and UNTREATED this means that even after months or years of use, it will have the same properties! Stormproof feels more like an expensive golf jacket, yet is tested to be the MOST WATER RESISTANT and (because there are no coatings) the MOST BREATHABLE. You can't go wrong with Stormproof - available in gray, black, red, wine, and two tone combinations with black sides
Autobody Armor->
Revolutionary new material takes the stretch of Coverking Satin Stretch custom covers, and combines it with all weather protection. A middle layer of Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) provides your vehicle with the best water resistance available from a Custom Car Cover today. Two outer layers of woven polyester reinforce and protect the inner layer while allowing moderate breathability. Protect your vehicle from the elements while keeping a perfect fit!
Ken
11-23-2010, 09:30 PM
#5
5th Gear Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Ohio
Posts: 2,228
The Coverking covers are great!
Lot's of options depending on how you are going to use it. You can check them out and configure your cover at www.southernmustangparts.com or just click here Mustang Car cover
Satin Stretch->
Satin Stretch is an indoor Custom Car Cover fabric. It will fade if exposed to extended sun, and is not water resistant.
Satin Stretch is the SOFTEST fabric available, and has Lycra yarns to hug every contour of a vehicle. Blind stitching results in invisible seams - this is a SEXY car cover!
Triguard->
A 3 layer Custom Car Cover material suited for light weather conditions (perfect for occasional use or vehicles stored under a carport). Triguard is fairly soft and very compact. Do not use Triguard in harsh weather or sun. Triguard™ is also not suited in areas with industrial fall out (acid rain).
Coverbond 4->
4 layers make Coverbond 4 a very thick and bulky Custom Car Cover. It is not suggested for daily users, or for people with large SUVs. However, the extra bulk helps to guard against minor nicks and dings, and even helps in light hail. Coverbond 4 is suggested for moderate weather or indoor use.
Mosom Plus->
Mosom Plus is a four layer material. The outer two layers are Spunbond Polypropylene, the middle layer is a special micro-porus film and the inside layer is super-soft fabric. The middle layer is an excellent rain barrier, while allowing for vapors to pass through. The special cotton flock inner layer pampers the most delicate paint finish. It is a great choice for all-around car cover use, suggested for most conditions except extreme sun, snow or ice. Mosom Plus is a non-woven material, so in the unlikely event a rip occurs in the materlial, it will not run. As with all Coverking Custom Car Covers, Mosom Plus™ Covers can be custom made in just 2 days!
Silverguard->
Similar in properties to Mosom Plus, but with more sun resistance, slightly less breathability and no soft inner liner. Silverguard is a 300 denier polyester woven Custom Car Cover fabric with a unique encapsulative coating. It is perfect for general use, even in very sunny climates. The silver coating helps to reflect sunlight
Silverguard Plus->
Silverguard Plus is a 300 Denier polyester material with a reflective, water resistant coating on the outer layer and a soft, non-abrasive layer on the inside. It is a great choice for all-around car cover use, suggested for most conditions except extreme rain, snow or ice. 300 denier is a strong, heavy weave, which will not rip or tear easily. The silver coating on Silverguard Plus does an excellent job of reflecting sunlight, while keeping rain and animal droppings from damaging the vehicle finish. The special soft inner layer pampers the most delicate paint finish.
Stormproof->
Coverking was overwhelmed after receiving test results of our latest design - Stormproof. The culmination of over a decade of material engineering, it has only recently been possible to manufacture the microscopic yarns which go into this advanced micro-fiber Custom Car Cover material. Only one textile mill in the world was able to meet Coverking's specifications - and although challenged by Coverking's design, the results are truly a triumph for car cover users! Stormproof is UNCOATED and UNTREATED this means that even after months or years of use, it will have the same properties! Stormproof feels more like an expensive golf jacket, yet is tested to be the MOST WATER RESISTANT and (because there are no coatings) the MOST BREATHABLE. You can't go wrong with Stormproof - available in gray, black, red, wine, and two tone combinations with black sides
Autobody Armor->
Revolutionary new material takes the stretch of Coverking Satin Stretch custom covers, and combines it with all weather protection. A middle layer of Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) provides your vehicle with the best water resistance available from a Custom Car Cover today. Two outer layers of woven polyester reinforce and protect the inner layer while allowing moderate breathability. Protect your vehicle from the elements while keeping a perfect fit!
Ken
Lot's of options depending on how you are going to use it. You can check them out and configure your cover at www.southernmustangparts.com or just click here Mustang Car cover
Satin Stretch->
Satin Stretch is an indoor Custom Car Cover fabric. It will fade if exposed to extended sun, and is not water resistant.
Satin Stretch is the SOFTEST fabric available, and has Lycra yarns to hug every contour of a vehicle. Blind stitching results in invisible seams - this is a SEXY car cover!
Triguard->
A 3 layer Custom Car Cover material suited for light weather conditions (perfect for occasional use or vehicles stored under a carport). Triguard is fairly soft and very compact. Do not use Triguard in harsh weather or sun. Triguard™ is also not suited in areas with industrial fall out (acid rain).
Coverbond 4->
4 layers make Coverbond 4 a very thick and bulky Custom Car Cover. It is not suggested for daily users, or for people with large SUVs. However, the extra bulk helps to guard against minor nicks and dings, and even helps in light hail. Coverbond 4 is suggested for moderate weather or indoor use.
Mosom Plus->
Mosom Plus is a four layer material. The outer two layers are Spunbond Polypropylene, the middle layer is a special micro-porus film and the inside layer is super-soft fabric. The middle layer is an excellent rain barrier, while allowing for vapors to pass through. The special cotton flock inner layer pampers the most delicate paint finish. It is a great choice for all-around car cover use, suggested for most conditions except extreme sun, snow or ice. Mosom Plus is a non-woven material, so in the unlikely event a rip occurs in the materlial, it will not run. As with all Coverking Custom Car Covers, Mosom Plus™ Covers can be custom made in just 2 days!
Silverguard->
Similar in properties to Mosom Plus, but with more sun resistance, slightly less breathability and no soft inner liner. Silverguard is a 300 denier polyester woven Custom Car Cover fabric with a unique encapsulative coating. It is perfect for general use, even in very sunny climates. The silver coating helps to reflect sunlight
Silverguard Plus->
Silverguard Plus is a 300 Denier polyester material with a reflective, water resistant coating on the outer layer and a soft, non-abrasive layer on the inside. It is a great choice for all-around car cover use, suggested for most conditions except extreme rain, snow or ice. 300 denier is a strong, heavy weave, which will not rip or tear easily. The silver coating on Silverguard Plus does an excellent job of reflecting sunlight, while keeping rain and animal droppings from damaging the vehicle finish. The special soft inner layer pampers the most delicate paint finish.
Stormproof->
Coverking was overwhelmed after receiving test results of our latest design - Stormproof. The culmination of over a decade of material engineering, it has only recently been possible to manufacture the microscopic yarns which go into this advanced micro-fiber Custom Car Cover material. Only one textile mill in the world was able to meet Coverking's specifications - and although challenged by Coverking's design, the results are truly a triumph for car cover users! Stormproof is UNCOATED and UNTREATED this means that even after months or years of use, it will have the same properties! Stormproof feels more like an expensive golf jacket, yet is tested to be the MOST WATER RESISTANT and (because there are no coatings) the MOST BREATHABLE. You can't go wrong with Stormproof - available in gray, black, red, wine, and two tone combinations with black sides
Autobody Armor->
Revolutionary new material takes the stretch of Coverking Satin Stretch custom covers, and combines it with all weather protection. A middle layer of Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) provides your vehicle with the best water resistance available from a Custom Car Cover today. Two outer layers of woven polyester reinforce and protect the inner layer while allowing moderate breathability. Protect your vehicle from the elements while keeping a perfect fit!
Ken
11-23-2010, 09:38 PM
#6
2nd Gear Member
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Left Coast
Posts: 402
I initially purchased a Cover Craft (one of their higher end versions) and was not too happy with some loose stitching around the (bottom) elastic area. They promptly sent me a new one, which was better -- but still, the stitching pattern seemed a bit haphazard.
Having said that, I don't use a cover anymore (it's garaged) -- but I'd check out Coverking. They have other quality products I've been impressed with.
Having said that, I don't use a cover anymore (it's garaged) -- but I'd check out Coverking. They have other quality products I've been impressed with.
11-23-2010, 09:47 PM
#7
6th Gear Member
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Southeast Virginia
Posts: 6,409
I bought the Evolution 4 by Kimberly Clark through www.Autoanything.com
I thought they had the best price.
Whatever you get, it needs to be a custom fit, meaning it needs pockets for the side mirrors. Also the thicker covers will blow around less than the thinner ones. You don't want air to blow it around a lot. That's why I went with an Evo 4. My garage is full so my Mustang has to sit outside. The car cover truly has made a difference as far as keeping the car's finish like new. I highly recommend going with a quality cover.
I thought they had the best price.
Whatever you get, it needs to be a custom fit, meaning it needs pockets for the side mirrors. Also the thicker covers will blow around less than the thinner ones. You don't want air to blow it around a lot. That's why I went with an Evo 4. My garage is full so my Mustang has to sit outside. The car cover truly has made a difference as far as keeping the car's finish like new. I highly recommend going with a quality cover.
11-24-2010, 02:46 AM
#9
4th Gear Member
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Portland, OR
Posts: 1,747
OP, will the car sit inside or outside while your gone? My last deployment was 15 months and I kept my 66 in a garage under a Cover King cover. Good quality and fit and a pretty good price for the light duty indoor version. They have outdoor versions too, so I would check them out.
11-24-2010, 06:08 AM
#10
2nd Gear Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Liberty, Mo
Posts: 206
Outside storage + car cover just doesnt seem to work...no matter how tight the cover may seem to fit at the bottom of the car.