Cowl Cover
03-25-2011, 02:28 PM
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Cowl Cover
Would it hurt the car to leave the cowl cover that I recently purchased on the car all the time to keep water out?
03-25-2011, 05:19 PM
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I can't see how, unless your paint is really fresh.
03-25-2011, 05:23 PM
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I don't think it would, but over time that area might/possibly discolor over time?
03-25-2011, 09:47 PM
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the foam will stick to your paint and could start to discolor it.My neighbors did that.
03-26-2011, 02:08 AM
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Water is not a problem dirt and leafs are what you really want to keep out.
03-26-2011, 07:06 AM
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Well since it sounds like it's safe to drive with it on, I will only put it on when I go for rides. Thanks Guys!
03-27-2011, 04:33 AM
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Why would you put it on when you go for rides? Its mainly to be used when the car is parked.
03-27-2011, 05:07 PM
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I am thinking i'll just use it when washing the car to keep the water out. Thanks for the input guys!
03-28-2011, 12:51 AM
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The cowl has drain holes to it but over the years leafs and dirt will clog them up and that's how they rust out.
03-28-2011, 02:03 AM
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I wouldn't leave one on for extended periods of time either, just to avoid any possible paint problems.
03-27-2011, 04:33 AM
