Waterproof cover
Safety Car
Joined: Jan 2004
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I've got a Wolf too and it sucks. I think it may be breaking down though, as it leaves dust particles all over the car every time I use it. I think it is fibers from the cover.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jan 2003
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From: Santa Maria CA
To fix the dust issue you must simply hand wash it with water and air dry it. What I used to do is lay it out flat across several foldable tables and rinse it down with a garden hose then flip it over and repeat. Then I would let it air dry. I would do this on a hot sunny day. This really cleans up the cover nicely and eliminates dusting issues. Don't use anything to scrub it.
Safety Car
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 3,759
Likes: 8
To fix the dust issue you must simply hand wash it with water and air dry it. What I used to do is lay it out flat across several foldable tables and rinse it down with a garden hose then flip it over and repeat. Then I would let it air dry. I would do this on a hot sunny day. This really cleans up the cover nicely and eliminates dusting issues. Don't use anything to scrub it.
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Le Mans Master
Joined: Jan 2003
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From: Santa Maria CA
Safety Car
Joined: Jan 2004
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I hand washed it first. And when that didn't work. I put it in the washer. But it doesn't matter. It did it when new.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jan 2003
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From: Santa Maria CA
That california cover looks like a good true "waterproof" option. I wouild expect to pay over $200 for a quailty cover like that but it would definate be worth it for outdoor storage for guys with no garage.
CE1 what was your cost? Looks like a good direct fit too not a universal fit.
Unfortunately some of the covers seen in catalogs claim to be "waterproof" and suitable for outdoor use which they are to a certain extent. But when it comes to a heavy rain they fail miserably which makes it somewhat misleading when shopping for one.
So the California cover is one true waterproof cover. Any others?
CE1 what was your cost? Looks like a good direct fit too not a universal fit.
Unfortunately some of the covers seen in catalogs claim to be "waterproof" and suitable for outdoor use which they are to a certain extent. But when it comes to a heavy rain they fail miserably which makes it somewhat misleading when shopping for one.
So the California cover is one true waterproof cover. Any others?
Last edited by 86PACER; Nov 30, 2010 at 09:04 AM.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Oct 2009
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From: Baton Rouge Louisiana
St. Jude Donor '10-'11
I've had mine for over a year from CarsCover.com
Waterproof and supposed to have UV protection. It was on sale for 100.00. It's not the custom fitted cover. It has given me no trouble.
Waterproof and supposed to have UV protection. It was on sale for 100.00. It's not the custom fitted cover. It has given me no trouble.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Sep 2005
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From: Freeport IL
Right now the Superweave is going for about $320. Ours is 5 yrs old and still doing fine, clean and shiny in clean and shiny out. This is not totally water proof, it is meant to allow any moisture under it to dry and we have never had a problem and as you can see we put it to the test.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jan 2003
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From: Santa Maria CA
Right now the Superweave is going for about $320. Ours is 5 yrs old and still doing fine, clean and shiny in clean and shiny out. This is not totally water proof, it is meant to allow any moisture under it to dry and we have never had a problem and as you can see we put it to the test.
It would seem that if a cover is truly waterproof then it could not be breathable so we can't have both. I need a cover that will keep the vette dry underneath after a heavy rain. It sucks spending hours detailing it to an immaculate shine only for rain to ruin it.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 795
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From: Freeport IL
Like I said..clean and shiny in, clean and shiny out. It keeps most of the water out but allows any remaining moisture to dry. Have cleaned and waxed it before putting it away and in spring comes out the same way. Never any problems with it. Is machine washable and dryer safe, just follow instructions. Is a custom fit for yr and options. Checkout the website and see what it says. We sold and will buy again when needed. If its completely water proof it would hold the moisture in as well as out. Our $.02.
