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RED72blazer · 12-18-2002, 06:55 PM

what should I do It's everywhere. are there any moisture trapping techniques I could you until I get this thing running again?

crazy longhorn · 12-18-2002, 07:33 PM

my truck is inside, but not a heated garage. I use card board or carpet under the truck to suck up the humidity, & have heard that if you leave the windows cracked you wont have problems with the interior........must be something to it, I havent got the door glass back in after chopping the top, & dont have any trouble with the inside getting "groaty".........

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 12-18-2002, 07:39 PM

Its a blazer thing i guess cause mine also does it ,but it also leaks like a sive when it rains......

LUKE

LeRoy · 12-18-2002, 09:36 PM

Go to your local RV store or Wallmart and pick up some humidity catchers. They're a little bucket type device that you add some crystals to. Or just put an electric heater in it when stored. Don't forget to unplug it when your leave, lol

Southpa · 12-18-2002, 09:44 PM

I second leRoy on that. Also, if your seat cover and carpet are molding out on you, remove them from the truck and store in a dry place. Mold growing on vinyl and other areas? Wipe down with a mild bleach solution.

RED72blazer · 12-18-2002, 10:42 PM

thanks guys, Thats kinda what I was thinkin. i'll go look for the moisture catchers tommarrow and wash it with bleach solution.

thanks again

soaking wet Red72blazer

Hooter · 12-19-2002, 01:45 AM

whats weird is that my monte sat outside since 1993 and It never molded. But my 77 sat one winter and it molded. Its weird. its a good thing you don't have moss growing on your truck though

**oldiron** · 12-19-2002, 02:05 AM

I had a moisture problem in my shop. My tools were rusting, had mold growing on the walls and a lake on the floor. Broke down and bought a dehumifier from grainger. I removes 4 gallons of water a day from the shop after putting it on a timer for 8 hours a day and the mold has disappered, the tools don't rust and my lake is gone. Best money I have spent on preserving my trucks and tools.

Reumster · 12-19-2002, 03:13 AM

Oh well just put it to use and grow Shrooms! LOL

Lippyp · 12-19-2002, 05:10 AM

I would definitely go with the moisture traps if your truck is outside and you need to keep the windows closed. I have used them on various cars over the years and whilst they may not stop the problem entirely they do make a difference. Just be careful with the water that collects because the crystals dissolve into it as they trap the moisture and it becomes corrosive (Alkaline) so don't let it get too full before you have to move it to empty it. If you truck is in a secure garage leave the windows open, nothing works better than airflow!

Lippyp · 12-19-2002, 05:11 AM

I would definitely go with the moisture traps if your truck is outside and you need to keep the windows closed. I have used them on various cars over the years and whilst they may not stop the problem entirely they do make a difference. Just be careful with the water that collects because the crystals dissolve into it as they trap the moisture and it becomes corrosive (Alkaline) so don't let it get too full before you have to move it to empty it. If you truck is in a secure garage leave the windows open, nothing works better than airflow! (the moisture traps work best in a sealed environment so probably won't help much with the windows open as you will be trying to dehumidify your entire garage!)

Lightspeed · 12-19-2002, 06:08 AM

put some baking soda on a paper plate and leave it in your floorboard. and get a dehumidifier.

Dads72 · 12-19-2002, 10:54 PM

This sounds strange, but it really works.
Have a vehicle I have stored under a car cover for the last 3 winters.
Get a pan/tub/whatever and fill it with scented kitty litter.
It soaks up the moisture and the vehicle smells like new.
(plus it freaks out the mice)

12-18-2002, 06:55 PM	#1
RED72blazer urban fourwheelin Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,007	Oh crap!!!!!!!!!!My truck is molding what should I do It's everywhere. are there any moisture trapping techniques I could you until I get this thing running again? __________________ 1972 K5 Blazer with Cummins 4BT, NV4500 swap in the parts gathering stage.

12-18-2002, 07:33 PM	#2
crazy longhorn Fabricate till you "puke" Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ill Posts: 9,403	my truck is inside, but not a heated garage. I use card board or carpet under the truck to suck up the humidity, & have heard that if you leave the windows cracked you wont have problems with the interior........must be something to it, I havent got the door glass back in after chopping the top, & dont have any trouble with the inside getting "groaty"......... __________________ 69 longhorn,4" chop,3/5 drop, 1/2 ton suspension/disc brakes,1 1/2" body drop,steel tilt clip, 5.3/Edelbrock rpm intake/600 carb, Hooker streetrod shorties,2 1/2" exhaust/ H pipe/50's Flows , 6 spd Richmond trans,12 bolt/ 3.40 gears....

12-18-2002, 07:39 PM	#3
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Its a blazer thing i guess cause mine also does it ,but it also leaks like a sive when it rains...... LUKE __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

12-18-2002, 09:36 PM	#4
LeRoy Registered truck nut Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mt. Vernon, Washington, USA Posts: 1,584	Go to your local RV store or Wallmart and pick up some humidity catchers. They're a little bucket type device that you add some crystals to. Or just put an electric heater in it when stored. Don't forget to unplug it when your leave, lol __________________ MOUNT VERNON, WASH. STATE Need a part? Just PM me

12-18-2002, 09:44 PM	#5
Southpa Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Victoria, BC, Canada Posts: 2,410	I second leRoy on that. Also, if your seat cover and carpet are molding out on you, remove them from the truck and store in a dry place. Mold growing on vinyl and other areas? Wipe down with a mild bleach solution. __________________ 1970 GMC 1500 Custom Original 350/TH350 Victoria, BC, Canada You can wish in one hand and crap in the other. See which one gets filled first.

12-18-2002, 10:42 PM	#6
RED72blazer urban fourwheelin Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,007	thanks guys, Thats kinda what I was thinkin. i'll go look for the moisture catchers tommarrow and wash it with bleach solution. thanks again soaking wet Red72blazer __________________ 1972 K5 Blazer with Cummins 4BT, NV4500 swap in the parts gathering stage.

12-19-2002, 01:45 AM	#7
Hooter My other Love Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Castlegar B.C. Canada Posts: 4,085	whats weird is that my monte sat outside since 1993 and It never molded. But my 77 sat one winter and it molded. Its weird. its a good thing you don't have moss growing on your truck though __________________ Castlegar B.C.The great white North (Canada Eh!) Hooter_5@hotmail.com First generation Monte Carlo club pictures of my life

12-19-2002, 02:05 AM	#8
oldiron Designated Grumpy Old Man Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: arlington, washington usa Posts: 3,092	I had a moisture problem in my shop. My tools were rusting, had mold growing on the walls and a lake on the floor. Broke down and bought a dehumifier from grainger. I removes 4 gallons of water a day from the shop after putting it on a timer for 8 hours a day and the mold has disappered, the tools don't rust and my lake is gone. Best money I have spent on preserving my trucks and tools. __________________ Never let the truth get in the way of a good story 71 Chev 1/2 ton 4X4 LWB Fleetside SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=361222 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LgREwtDfaA 68 Chev 1 ton flat bed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bO8szzlD4A 56 Chev Handyman Wagon http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9y-6ddpBTkM http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbLzZ7zY8wA 56 Chev Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=410667 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoW0Ei7ZNIg

12-19-2002, 03:13 AM	#9
Reumster L.E.D. Freak Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Polson MT Posts: 1,358	Oh well just put it to use and grow Shrooms! LOL __________________ Specializing in Custom L.E.D. inserts. http://www.ccled.com/ Contact me @ blazer2wd1972@hotmail.com (406)675-8082 or Joel @ jmcwaters@eps-corp.net 1972 2wd Blazer, 350/700R4/3:73 posi, err & Custom L.E.D. inserts! LOL

12-19-2002, 05:10 AM	#10
Lippyp English Chevy Owner Join Date: May 2002 Location: Shropshire, UK/ Lot, France Posts: 1,848	I would definitely go with the moisture traps if your truck is outside and you need to keep the windows closed. I have used them on various cars over the years and whilst they may not stop the problem entirely they do make a difference. Just be careful with the water that collects because the crystals dissolve into it as they trap the moisture and it becomes corrosive (Alkaline) so don't let it get too full before you have to move it to empty it. If you truck is in a secure garage leave the windows open, nothing works better than airflow! __________________ Phil '67 C10 long fleet. 350/TH350, 4 bbl Carter, K&N, Dual exhaust, loads of stuff coming soon 2001 S10 Blazer Daily Driver, bone stock 4 door 4x4 with manual transmission

12-19-2002, 05:11 AM	#11
Lippyp English Chevy Owner Join Date: May 2002 Location: Shropshire, UK/ Lot, France Posts: 1,848	I would definitely go with the moisture traps if your truck is outside and you need to keep the windows closed. I have used them on various cars over the years and whilst they may not stop the problem entirely they do make a difference. Just be careful with the water that collects because the crystals dissolve into it as they trap the moisture and it becomes corrosive (Alkaline) so don't let it get too full before you have to move it to empty it. If you truck is in a secure garage leave the windows open, nothing works better than airflow! (the moisture traps work best in a sealed environment so probably won't help much with the windows open as you will be trying to dehumidify your entire garage!) __________________ Phil '67 C10 long fleet. 350/TH350, 4 bbl Carter, K&N, Dual exhaust, loads of stuff coming soon 2001 S10 Blazer Daily Driver, bone stock 4 door 4x4 with manual transmission

12-19-2002, 06:08 AM	#12
Lightspeed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Virginia Posts: 226	put some baking soda on a paper plate and leave it in your floorboard. and get a dehumidifier.

12-19-2002, 10:54 PM	#13
Dads72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 427	This sounds strange, but it really works. Have a vehicle I have stored under a car cover for the last 3 winters. Get a pan/tub/whatever and fill it with scented kitty litter. It soaks up the moisture and the vehicle smells like new. (plus it freaks out the mice)



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