Truck Cover Recommendations ? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**Ironhorse** · 05-01-2006, 10:06 PM

Just recently got my restored '71 4x4 out of moth balls from winter storage. After checking all the fluid levels, tire pressure, etc. headed for the nearest car wash for a hand wash and chamoi (spelling here ? ) wipe. I like the dark blue metallic but it is a dust magnet almost as bad as black.

Any one care to share their experiences with a good, decent truck cover that protects from dust, cats, birds, etc. for the paint and will not scratch the paint your trying to protect. I have a long bed, stock hight 4x4 with the radio antennea on the cowl, passenger side. Don't want to buy one that scratches the paint and does not protect. Truck sets inside a covered shed when not driven but the shed is open on one side. Lots of dust blowing here in the Kansas flatlands. Any suggestions would be helpful.

LUV2XCLR8 · 05-01-2006, 10:15 PM

Wow, alot of company's make covers, but as you know they're all vastly
different, I use a Wallyworld cover on "GQ" but it's in a garage so I really
don't have to worry about wind, it would probably scratch the paint, if it
was painted, but it works well for what I use it for, if you have invested
in a better than average paint job I would not skimp on a cover, jmho

1969k10stepside · 05-01-2006, 10:19 PM

Take your truck to my garage.I will keep it covered up for you

I have to keep my truck just under a harbor freight tarp.Guess that isnt bad
since its just a frame right now.

Tim240Z · 05-01-2006, 10:19 PM

My truck is parked outside. I use a Wolf cover. It is water proof and soft underneath. It is also taylored to the truck, so it fits like a glove.

Tim

70c10 · 05-01-2006, 11:01 PM

My dad keeps his truck outside under a Wolf cover also.

extd56 · 05-01-2006, 11:48 PM

I use California Car Cover on all my cars, they have a lot of different styles to chose from like if the car sits indoors or lives outside most of the time. It seems to keep my 56 Chevy truck pretty clean and helps protect it from scratches. They can also make custom covers like I needed for my 56 Extended cab truck.

subtle71 · 05-01-2006, 11:55 PM

I have two covers. One is a Wolf indoor/outdoor cover like mentioned above. It works well in all conditions except flash floods. I recommend leaving the tailgate down so that the cover acts as a slide for the rain water. My newest cover is cover is an indoor only Covercraft FormFit. I like the fact that it is stretchy and the material is extremely soft. It also fits in a storage bag, unlike the Wolf.

My $.02.

Mudder · 05-02-2006, 06:07 AM

I'd check this place out:

http://calcarcover.com/

vtblazer · 05-02-2006, 06:55 AM

I've been using one of those tyvek (sp) on my blazer for a couple years now.

It's light weight and 'fairly' form fitting and does a great job as far as keeping dust/dirt/water off.

I intend on getting a wolf or cali cover but this one was only 80 bucks, so until it wears out I'll keep using it.

Not the best pic but you get the idea.

Bill72BB · 05-02-2006, 12:49 PM

I've been using the Wolf I believe it's the ( Evolution 4 ) . I got it from Classic Industries in SoCal ,using a 20% off postcard .
I've only had it for 2 years but works great here by the ocean .

JRB · 05-02-2006, 01:22 PM

Go Wolf!!!!
Jrb

asickber · 05-02-2006, 02:42 PM

`Will these covers fit Longhorns? Or are they that snug that they won't fit over the extra six inches?

Bill72BB · 05-02-2006, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by asickber

`Will these covers fit Longhorns? Or are they that snug that they won't fit over the extra six inches?

Mine is a snug fit on the LB ,don't know if they offer a longhorn version ?

72shadetree · 05-02-2006, 02:57 PM

also got a wolf

shifty · 05-02-2006, 02:58 PM

I saw in the Brothers flyer they mailed out recently that they were having a sale on covers! You might try to contact them and ask about it.

**Ironhorse** · 05-03-2006, 07:46 AM

Thanks for the feed back on the truck covers. Seems as if the Wolf brand of cover is pretty popular. The Tyvek cover also looks interesting. With the comments here it gives me some back ground info to go on. Thanks again for the feed back and comments.

crustysarge · 05-03-2006, 11:49 AM

I have a Wolf as well and love it. It fits very well. It is bulky though so you can roll into a ball and stick in a bag. Also try JC Whitney.com, sometimes they have a good price if you tack a 15% code.

I bought mine from Global Accessories in Fl, at the time it was the best price I could find but they have went up. http://www.globalaccessories.com/

05-01-2006, 10:06 PM	#1
Ironhorse Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Wellington, Ks Posts: 10,154	Truck Cover Recommendations ? Just recently got my restored '71 4x4 out of moth balls from winter storage. After checking all the fluid levels, tire pressure, etc. headed for the nearest car wash for a hand wash and chamoi (spelling here ? ) wipe. I like the dark blue metallic but it is a dust magnet almost as bad as black. Any one care to share their experiences with a good, decent truck cover that protects from dust, cats, birds, etc. for the paint and will not scratch the paint your trying to protect. I have a long bed, stock hight 4x4 with the radio antennea on the cowl, passenger side. Don't want to buy one that scratches the paint and does not protect. Truck sets inside a covered shed when not driven but the shed is open on one side. Lots of dust blowing here in the Kansas flatlands. Any suggestions would be helpful. __________________ 1971 Chevy 1/2T 4x4 LWB 350 V-8 Was sm465-now 350TH/np205 Tilt, Tach, Towhooks Original Truck AM/FM Wellington, Ks

05-01-2006, 10:15 PM	#2
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,475	Re: Truck Cover Recommendations ? Wow, alot of company's make covers, but as you know they're all vastly different, I use a Wallyworld cover on "GQ" but it's in a garage so I really don't have to worry about wind, it would probably scratch the paint, if it was painted, but it works well for what I use it for, if you have invested in a better than average paint job I would not skimp on a cover, jmho __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Big Piggy: "Goliath" 07 Kodiak C4500 Lil Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

05-01-2006, 10:19 PM	#3
1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,020	Re: Truck Cover Recommendations ? Take your truck to my garage.I will keep it covered up for you I have to keep my truck just under a harbor freight tarp.Guess that isnt bad since its just a frame right now.

05-01-2006, 10:19 PM	#4
Tim240Z Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: LAX area, So Cal Posts: 499	Re: Truck Cover Recommendations ? My truck is parked outside. I use a Wolf cover. It is water proof and soft underneath. It is also taylored to the truck, so it fits like a glove. Tim __________________ 1972 Suburban C20 454/TH700R4, eaton-corporate 4.10 (looking for 3.7) Sold: 71 Cheyenne 20 Installed a 99 5.7L L31/4L60E from Suburban 1500 (2005)

05-01-2006, 11:01 PM	#5
70c10 67-72 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: The TAX State! Posts: 7,857	Re: Truck Cover Recommendations ? My dad keeps his truck outside under a Wolf cover also. __________________ Jim 1970 C/10 Fleetside w/Ghost Flames Lowered 4.5" front and 4" rear (Raked) 355/350 Turbo w/shift kit 10" Redneck Performance Verter w/2500 stall Hooker Super Comps part#2808-1 Performer RPM Air-Gap 12 Bolt w/3:73 gears- Eaton Posi Comp Cams XE262 with 1.6 Crane Energizers, Road Demon 625 and Brodix IK 180 heads

05-01-2006, 11:48 PM	#6
extd56 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Vacaville, CA Posts: 2,272	Re: Truck Cover Recommendations ? I use California Car Cover on all my cars, they have a lot of different styles to chose from like if the car sits indoors or lives outside most of the time. It seems to keep my 56 Chevy truck pretty clean and helps protect it from scratches. They can also make custom covers like I needed for my 56 Extended cab truck.

05-01-2006, 11:55 PM	#7
subtle71 Granddad's Ol' Truck Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: MS Posts: 588	Re: Truck Cover Recommendations ? I have two covers. One is a Wolf indoor/outdoor cover like mentioned above. It works well in all conditions except flash floods. I recommend leaving the tailgate down so that the cover acts as a slide for the rain water. My newest cover is cover is an indoor only Covercraft FormFit. I like the fact that it is stretchy and the material is extremely soft. It also fits in a storage bag, unlike the Wolf. My $.02. __________________ *1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 short step-side* *2005 GMC Sierra SLT 2500HD crew cab 2wd* [I]1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 Deluxe lwb fleet-side

05-02-2006, 06:07 AM	#8
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Re: Truck Cover Recommendations ? I'd check this place out: http://calcarcover.com/

05-02-2006, 06:55 AM	#9
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,538	Re: Truck Cover Recommendations ? I've been using one of those tyvek (sp) on my blazer for a couple years now. It's light weight and 'fairly' form fitting and does a great job as far as keeping dust/dirt/water off. I intend on getting a wolf or cali cover but this one was only 80 bucks, so until it wears out I'll keep using it. Not the best pic but you get the idea. Attached Images

05-02-2006, 12:49 PM	#10
Bill72BB Thats the Hillbilly way Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Torrance,Ca Posts: 5,980	Re: Truck Cover Recommendations ? I've been using the Wolf I believe it's the ( Evolution 4 ) . I got it from Classic Industries in SoCal ,using a 20% off postcard . I've only had it for 2 years but works great here by the ocean . __________________ BILL Torrance Calif 90504 Member DUF Club Member Old Farts Club 72 3/4ton Custom Camper BB402/400 trans Dynomax Cerama-coat headers , Hei distributor ,Edelbrock 1411 air,ps,pb,leafsprings ,98 chevy 60/40 seat,S10 shoulder belts tilt,3.54 Dana 60 rear. 16" Eagle wheels with LT265/75 16 tires,Gaylord Lid,H4 headlights with 100W relay conversion. " If I knew I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself " Marriage changes passion...suddenly you're in bed with a relative. A GUY'S PRAYER.... Lord, I pray for a nympho with huge boobs who owns a liquor store and likes to fish and hunt and has a Harley .Amen , Last edited by Bill72BB; 05-02-2006 at 01:32 PM.

05-02-2006, 01:22 PM	#11
JRB Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 287	Re: Truck Cover Recommendations ? Go Wolf!!!! Jrb

05-02-2006, 02:42 PM	#12
asickber Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Birdseye, IN Posts: 99	Re: Truck Cover Recommendations ? `Will these covers fit Longhorns? Or are they that snug that they won't fit over the extra six inches?

05-02-2006, 02:57 PM	#14
72shadetree KEEP ON TRUCKING Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: martinsville va Posts: 2,563	Re: Truck Cover Recommendations ? also got a wolf __________________ 72 cheyenne 2wd lwb 71 k20 sons bassett va

05-02-2006, 02:58 PM	#15
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Re: Truck Cover Recommendations ? I saw in the Brothers flyer they mailed out recently that they were having a sale on covers! You might try to contact them and ask about it. __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM.

05-03-2006, 07:46 AM	#16
Ironhorse Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Wellington, Ks Posts: 10,154	Re: Truck Cover Recommendations ? Thanks for the feed back on the truck covers. Seems as if the Wolf brand of cover is pretty popular. The Tyvek cover also looks interesting. With the comments here it gives me some back ground info to go on. Thanks again for the feed back and comments. __________________ 1971 Chevy 1/2T 4x4 LWB 350 V-8 Was sm465-now 350TH/np205 Tilt, Tach, Towhooks Original Truck AM/FM Wellington, Ks



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05-03-2006, 11:49 AM	#17
crustysarge Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Aviano, Italy Posts: 221	Re: Truck Cover Recommendations ? I have a Wolf as well and love it. It fits very well. It is bulky though so you can roll into a ball and stick in a bag. Also try JC Whitney.com, sometimes they have a good price if you tack a 15% code. I bought mine from Global Accessories in Fl, at the time it was the best price I could find but they have went up. http://www.globalaccessories.com/

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