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02vetteracer · 09-26-2011, 07:21 AM

I had to move my truck outside for a extended period and the first two covers that I had totally disintegrated in no time at all. Granted they were not the most expensive out there, I am ready to bite the bullet and get something that will hold up to the Florida sun/monsoons. Right now I am leaning towards a sunbrella product as we have one on the Wife's edge and it seems to be going strong after 6mos. and the quality/fit is very good. Please send any recommendations my way as the sunbrella is 400.00 + thanks.
Ron

Andy4639 · 09-26-2011, 08:18 AM

I know this isn't what you want to hear but be very carefull with covers. I had the ca.l cover and it scratched my truck up pretty bad. I bought the all weather one and in SC we have all the seasons and it didn't work at all for me. My truck sat out back then also.

cdowns · 09-26-2011, 09:31 AM

all outside covers that i have tried were good to chase in bad weather and not all that protective

good quality enclosed fleamarket tents are pretty cheap and a good way to store vehicle outside. and can b used for a bunch of other uses

68gmsee · 09-26-2011, 09:48 AM

The problem with covers is wind. If you live in an area where it's windy you'll have to tie it down to keep it from flapping around and as Andy mentioned may ruin a nice paint job.

I bought a cheap one but at this time I'm not worried about paint since it's not professionally done. I have a neighbor that bought a sun cover for his, but the windy days here blew it down.

Question for Andy. Do you think a soft cover of some kind (cotton sheet for example) under the truck cover would have helped protect the paint?

Andy4639 · 09-26-2011, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by 68gmsee

The problem with covers is wind. If you live in an area where it's windy you'll have to tie it down to keep it from flapping around and as Andy mentioned may ruin a nice paint job.

I bought a cheap one but at this time I'm not worried about paint since it's not professionally done. I have a neighbor that bought a sun cover for his, but the windy days here blew it down.

Question for Andy. Do you think a soft cover of some kind (cotton sheet for example) under the truck cover would have helped protect the paint?

It may have but sitting outside it would get wet snowed on and anything else that the weather produced. I finally gave up on it. It was a pain in tha rear to get it off if it rained that night before and had to drive it the next morning to work. I just said the heck with it.
No matter what a company says it gets wet and mosture stays in the cover for days it makes the paint milky looking on the truck.

fastwillie 696969 · 09-26-2011, 01:27 PM

i just bought one from lmc for 200 its the 4000 series

dukcaln · 09-26-2011, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by fastwillie 696969

i just bought one from lmc for 200 its the 4000 series

are they good for foul weather outdoors?

fastwillie 696969 · 09-26-2011, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by dukcaln

are they good for foul weather outdoors?

it say indoor and outdoor ,i'll find out when it rains

02vetteracer · 09-26-2011, 04:42 PM

Thanks guys, I can not do the tent type cover as my neighbors seem to have the local code enforcement on speed dial as they don't seem to enjoy high compression BBC trucks. One of my failed covers was (I think the 3000 series) and that died a ugly death in my conditions. The sunbrella that is on my wifes edge fits tight and can be ordered with the mirror pockets which does help with some of the wind buffeting. I know some small scratches may result but I hate to have a black truck sit in 95 degree temps without any protection. I appreciate your input.

fastwillie 696969 · 09-26-2011, 04:44 PM

http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cb/full.aspx?Page=87

gotchamel · 09-26-2011, 05:22 PM

I bought the least expensive LMC cover and so far, I am satisfied.The truck is under a carport so its not exposed 100%, but the fit seems right.

Andy4639 · 09-26-2011, 08:17 PM

I had the top of the line Cal cover for out doors with mirror cutouts installed. The cover would be almost impossible for me to lift off the truck after a rain storm. One night we had freezing rain and it took almost 5 days before I could get it off. I had the cover a little over 2 years and I threw it in the trash can. I built my garage the next winter.
My truck sat in the open drive way exposed to all the elements though!

slikside · 09-26-2011, 08:47 PM

I bought a cheaper one from JC Whitney about a year ago. My truck sits outside and gets hammered everyday by UV rays here in SoCal. It has begun to deteriorate...actually has been now for a few months. The thing is blue, and I can start to see through it now in spots. All of that deterioration shows up as a blue powder on my truck that has to be wiped off...

Bottom line, it is failing about a year in, but I think it is better than nothing.

09-26-2011, 07:21 AM	#1
02vetteracer Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Largo, Florida Posts: 13	Looking for a recomendation on a Truck cover I had to move my truck outside for a extended period and the first two covers that I had totally disintegrated in no time at all. Granted they were not the most expensive out there, I am ready to bite the bullet and get something that will hold up to the Florida sun/monsoons. Right now I am leaning towards a sunbrella product as we have one on the Wife's edge and it seems to be going strong after 6mos. and the quality/fit is very good. Please send any recommendations my way as the sunbrella is 400.00 + thanks. Ron __________________ 1970 Chevy C-10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/p...ictureid=10222 2002 Corvette SG/SP http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/p...ictureid=10210 1977 Monza SG/SP sold http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/p...ictureid=10215 02 F-350 Powerstroke Daily Driver

09-26-2011, 08:18 AM	#2
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Looking for a recomendation on a Truck cover I know this isn't what you want to hear but be very carefull with covers. I had the ca.l cover and it scratched my truck up pretty bad. I bought the all weather one and in SC we have all the seasons and it didn't work at all for me. My truck sat out back then also. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

09-26-2011, 09:31 AM	#3
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Looking for a recomendation on a Truck cover all outside covers that i have tried were good to chase in bad weather and not all that protective good quality enclosed fleamarket tents are pretty cheap and a good way to store vehicle outside. and can b used for a bunch of other uses __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

09-26-2011, 09:48 AM	#4
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: Looking for a recomendation on a Truck cover The problem with covers is wind. If you live in an area where it's windy you'll have to tie it down to keep it from flapping around and as Andy mentioned may ruin a nice paint job. I bought a cheap one but at this time I'm not worried about paint since it's not professionally done. I have a neighbor that bought a sun cover for his, but the windy days here blew it down. Question for Andy. Do you think a soft cover of some kind (cotton sheet for example) under the truck cover would have helped protect the paint?

09-26-2011, 01:27 PM	#6
fastwillie 696969 ~Rest In Peace~ Join Date: May 2005 Location: CALIFORNIA NOR CAL Posts: 9,707	Re: Looking for a recomendation on a Truck cover i just bought one from lmc for 200 its the 4000 series __________________ is it fast ? it has a lighting bolt donut? B___H please, I can remove 90% of your so called "beauty" with a kleenex

09-26-2011, 04:42 PM	#9
02vetteracer Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Largo, Florida Posts: 13	Re: Looking for a recomendation on a Truck cover Thanks guys, I can not do the tent type cover as my neighbors seem to have the local code enforcement on speed dial as they don't seem to enjoy high compression BBC trucks. One of my failed covers was (I think the 3000 series) and that died a ugly death in my conditions. The sunbrella that is on my wifes edge fits tight and can be ordered with the mirror pockets which does help with some of the wind buffeting. I know some small scratches may result but I hate to have a black truck sit in 95 degree temps without any protection. I appreciate your input. __________________ 1970 Chevy C-10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/p...ictureid=10222 2002 Corvette SG/SP http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/p...ictureid=10210 1977 Monza SG/SP sold http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/p...ictureid=10215 02 F-350 Powerstroke Daily Driver

09-26-2011, 04:44 PM	#10
fastwillie 696969 ~Rest In Peace~ Join Date: May 2005 Location: CALIFORNIA NOR CAL Posts: 9,707	Re: Looking for a recomendation on a Truck cover http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cb/full.aspx?Page=87 __________________ is it fast ? it has a lighting bolt donut? B___H please, I can remove 90% of your so called "beauty" with a kleenex

09-26-2011, 05:22 PM	#11
gotchamel Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: islamorada fl. Posts: 466	Re: Looking for a recomendation on a Truck cover I bought the least expensive LMC cover and so far, I am satisfied.The truck is under a carport so its not exposed 100%, but the fit seems right.

09-26-2011, 08:17 PM	#12
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Looking for a recomendation on a Truck cover I had the top of the line Cal cover for out doors with mirror cutouts installed. The cover would be almost impossible for me to lift off the truck after a rain storm. One night we had freezing rain and it took almost 5 days before I could get it off. I had the cover a little over 2 years and I threw it in the trash can. I built my garage the next winter. My truck sat in the open drive way exposed to all the elements though! __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

09-26-2011, 08:47 PM	#13
slikside Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: San Diego Co. Posts: 1,158	Re: Looking for a recomendation on a Truck cover I bought a cheaper one from JC Whitney about a year ago. My truck sits outside and gets hammered everyday by UV rays here in SoCal. It has begun to deteriorate...actually has been now for a few months. The thing is blue, and I can start to see through it now in spots. All of that deterioration shows up as a blue powder on my truck that has to be wiped off... Bottom line, it is failing about a year in, but I think it is better than nothing.



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