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Minkota · 03-02-2021, 02:30 PM

My son is starting a new project so he needs the garage space . I am thinking about getting a Canopy to put my truck under until he is done in the garage. Does anyone have any recommendations on a durable canopy, or advice on what canopy not to purchase? Thanks

**Warrens69GMC** · 03-02-2021, 02:33 PM

Based on you location, get a metal one like Versatube.

Minkota · 03-02-2021, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Warrens69GMC

Based on you location, get a metal one like Versatube.

unfortunately due to city code, i can only have a portable style canopy.(guess I should have mentioned that part as well).

4u2nv · 03-03-2021, 07:24 AM

I need one myself and have been thinking about this one from Walmart , there is different sizes
I'm just wanting mine for mostly a sun shade

Minkota · 03-03-2021, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by 4u2nv

I need one myself and have been thinking about this one from Walmart , there is different sizes
I'm just wanting mine for mostly a sun shade

That is similar to what I am looking for except I am required by city code to use a "Tarp style Canopy" as I live in a Historic District and can not have anything that appears permanent.

weq92f · 03-03-2021, 01:27 PM

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Hopefully they allow you to lash it solidly to the ground via some semi-permanent method.

I've seen these things around my neighborhood...Don't know the cost or whether they are "safe" for paint but dang!

EDIT: picture is off Internet...not me.

-klb

Rich84 · 03-04-2021, 10:56 AM

Try Shelter Logic.

**Thealien** · 03-04-2021, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Rich84

Try Shelter Logic.

I have had one for 10+ years through new england winters and 100 MPH winds. Would buy again.

**72gmguy** · 03-04-2021, 03:21 PM

I’ve had and still have multiple shelter logic Instant garages. As long as they are staked down the frames will last a long time. My oldest one is probably 15 years old. I have replaced the tarp twice though. The last time with a thicker material that they offer as a replacement. We get some high winds here in NJ and the problem with mine is that the zippers work there way open in high wind from bouncing and flapping to the point that they become parachutes and stretch until they get small tears. Once you get the small tears start shopping for a replacement top. I tape my zippers closed during storms now. I highly recommend them.

1976gmc20 · 03-04-2021, 11:53 AM

We've got some friends in western Colorado that own a business called Weatherport.

They made everything from portable carports to Antarctic expedition shelters.

CG · 03-04-2021, 09:16 PM

Lots of these out there with steel tube pole frames and a pretty thick vinyl cover. Just make sure you get a 10x20. Stake it down good and attach the covering per instructions (dont leave anything off). Im not sure about Florida weather but up here they can sweat and drip on your truck if you dont have some air flow. They make them with windows you can unzip but they have a mesh covering underneath. Good for circulation. I think you can still order them through Costco.

03-02-2021, 02:30 PM	#1
Minkota Registered User Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: West Palm Beach, Florida Posts: 295	Storage Canopy My son is starting a new project so he needs the garage space . I am thinking about getting a Canopy to put my truck under until he is done in the garage. Does anyone have any recommendations on a durable canopy, or advice on what canopy not to purchase? Thanks

03-02-2021, 02:33 PM	#2
Warrens69GMC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Safford,AZ Posts: 3,625	Re: Storage Canopy Based on you location, get a metal one like Versatube. __________________ 1969 307, t350 1950 Chevy Wagon 1978 Big 10 1967 C10, 250,3-OTT

03-03-2021, 07:24 AM	#4
4u2nv Registered User Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Ontario Peterborough Posts: 810	Re: Storage Canopy I need one myself and have been thinking about this one from Walmart , there is different sizes I'm just wanting mine for mostly a sun shade Attached Images

03-03-2021, 01:27 PM	#6
weq92f Registered User Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Dallas Texas Posts: 3,228	Re: Storage Canopy . Hopefully they allow you to lash it solidly to the ground via some semi-permanent method. I've seen these things around my neighborhood...Don't know the cost or whether they are "safe" for paint but dang! EDIT: picture is off Internet...not me. -klb Attached Images __________________ 67 C10 fleet fuel injected '70 402, 700r4, 3.73 posi 07 335 sport turbo 6sp 94 Trans Am GT LT1 6sp posi -- sold after 22yrs 99 540 sport V8 6sp -- sold 73 240z L24 4sp -- given to friend 68 C10 step 350/350 3.73 open -- sold

03-04-2021, 10:56 AM	#7
Rich84 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Woodbury, Ct. Posts: 1,694	Re: Storage Canopy Try Shelter Logic.

03-04-2021, 03:21 PM	#9
72gmguy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Brigantine NJ Posts: 822	Re: Storage Canopy I’ve had and still have multiple shelter logic Instant garages. As long as they are staked down the frames will last a long time. My oldest one is probably 15 years old. I have replaced the tarp twice though. The last time with a thicker material that they offer as a replacement. We get some high winds here in NJ and the problem with mine is that the zippers work there way open in high wind from bouncing and flapping to the point that they become parachutes and stretch until they get small tears. Once you get the small tears start shopping for a replacement top. I tape my zippers closed during storms now. I highly recommend them. __________________ Jeremy 1969 Blazer 4x4 original cst 1971 Blazer partial 2wd convert 1972 Blazer 4x4 original cst 1970 Blazer 4x4 w/ 2 1/2in lift and 33in tires w/4 wheel camper 1970 4x4 suburban w/ 6in lift and 35in tires 1968 Corvette convertible 1970 Malibu convertible 1959 Brookwood wagon 1972 International Scout ii

03-04-2021, 11:53 AM	#10
1976gmc20 Registered User Join Date: May 2015 Location: Montana Posts: 3,696	Re: Storage Canopy We've got some friends in western Colorado that own a business called Weatherport. They made everything from portable carports to Antarctic expedition shelters. __________________ Current/past Chevy/GMC trucks: 1958 Chevy C-60; 1965 GMC C-50; 1965 Chevy C-10; 1971 Chevy K-10; 1973 Chevy K-20; 1976 GMC C-20; 1977 Chevy C-10 Suburban; 1980 Chevy K-10; 1989 Chevy K1500; 1991 GMC V1500 Suburban; 2016 Chevy K2500 HD Other vehicles: 1988 Jeep XJ; 2011 Toyota 4Runner

03-04-2021, 09:16 PM	#11
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,035	Re: Storage Canopy Lots of these out there with steel tube pole frames and a pretty thick vinyl cover. Just make sure you get a 10x20. Stake it down good and attach the covering per instructions (dont leave anything off). Im not sure about Florida weather but up here they can sweat and drip on your truck if you dont have some air flow. They make them with windows you can unzip but they have a mesh covering underneath. Good for circulation. I think you can still order them through Costco. __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …



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