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Old May 16, 2005 | 02:32 PM
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I live in southern New Mexico, lots of wind and dust during March and April and 350+ days of golf so plenty of sun.

I would like to drive the car more often without the top on and then just put a car cover on it during the day while at work (it's a daily driver and very secure location).

Does anyone have a suggestion for which brand and type of car cover that will help protect the paint as well as the interior. Would also like it to be somewhat water resistant for those showers in July and August.

Thank you for any information.
Allen
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Old May 16, 2005 | 03:04 PM
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Hmmmm, lots of wind huh.

I doubt any cover will keep dust and sand out unless you seal the car in an air chamber. I don't think dust, wind and car covers work too well together. All you have to do is get some of that gritty crap under the cover and have the wind blow the cover enough on the paint all day to sand it down.

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Old May 16, 2005 | 03:12 PM
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I thought of that too and just figured that during March and April I would put the top back on when I get to work. Not a big deal just being a little lazy.
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Old May 16, 2005 | 03:44 PM
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Old May 16, 2005 | 05:34 PM
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Hi, I have a Stormshield cover that I'm trying to sell right now. It was bought from Zipproducts.com for $280 with shipping. I'm letting it go for less obviousley, but if you're interested I have PICS and can get shipping info by tomorrow. PM me for more info.
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