White Spyder Posted March 27, 2012 Report Posted March 27, 2012 I have to stor one of my cars outside now that I have the Chrysler. I have thought about a cover but have heard many negatives about using them outside; tends to scratch the paint due to the wind, retains moisture, raises the temp inside during the hot summer days. If you have a classic car covered and stored outside what are your thoughts and experiences ? This car is restored not a work in progress. Quote
Young Ed Posted March 27, 2012 Report Posted March 27, 2012 My car is a work in progress and I store it outside in a california car cover. They aren't cheap!! but work well. Keeps the rain out lets moisture out I haven't noticed any damage from flapping etc. Quote
old stovebolt Posted March 27, 2012 Report Posted March 27, 2012 I have to stor one of my cars outside now that I have the Chrysler. I have thought about a cover but have heard many negatives about using them outside; tends to scratch the paint due to the wind, retains moisture, raises the temp inside during the hot summer days. If you have a classic car covered and stored outside what are your thoughts and experiences ? This car is restored not a work in progress. Caution with car covers..... some tend to trap heat and can imprint into the paint. They can also prevent the (fresh) paint from breathing and cause "die back" or dulling of the paint. If the paint is fully cured, a cover will probably be ok. Better than cleaning bird poop off!! Quote
joecoozie Posted March 28, 2012 Report Posted March 28, 2012 I bought one of those garage-in-a-box canopy enclosures. I am, so far, very pleased with it. It keeps the car out of the elements and is relatively inexpensive and easy to put up. My thought is to combine the canopy with a car cover for the maximum protection if the car needs to be outside. Joe Quote
Rusty O'Toole Posted March 28, 2012 Report Posted March 28, 2012 The portable garage is a good idea, lots of them in use around here. 2 precautions it is good to take. Fasten it down so there is no mistake about it. Sooner or later you will get a wind storm and you don't want your garage blowing down the road. Second, is to cover the roof area with plywood before you install the cover. This will greatly extend the life of the cover by supporting the roof in rain and especially snow. Life without plywood, 2 to 5 years. With plywood, 5 to 10 years. Quote
Plymouthy Adams Posted March 28, 2012 Report Posted March 28, 2012 I believe I would entertain one of the portable carports that is all metal...invest a couple dollars after inital setup and do in the back and side..you can even add a garage door later as you get the coin..my friend put three of these end to end..got himself a nice man cave..PLUS..as I said..you do not have to do it all at once but in stages..they are really nice to have if you need a quick shelter..for the strength..its hard to go wrong Quote
Niel Hoback Posted March 28, 2012 Report Posted March 28, 2012 A word to the wise, check your local regulations before you buy. Quote
Plymouthy Adams Posted March 28, 2012 Report Posted March 28, 2012 good advice...I live way out in the country so I often forget about other's and their restictions.. Quote
White Spyder Posted March 30, 2012 Author Report Posted March 30, 2012 Local reg say no to the portable garage. Car was painted 2 years ago so I think I will not have to worry about curing. I am worried about the scratches tho. Quote
joecoozie Posted March 30, 2012 Report Posted March 30, 2012 Gee, go figure. You are not able to put up a temporary structure on your own property because of regulations..... but you are going to be able to leave a car outside with a cover on it? Maybe you better ask that question, too. Anyway, if you are going to use a car cover the worst thing to do, and a lot of people do this, is to put plastic over and under the car. All that does is trap moisture and promote rot. I am speaking from experience. I bought a car that had this done to it and the frame rusted. Buy the best car cover for outdoor use you can find. I am not real familiar with those car capsules but would that be a good idea to use along with the car cover??? The best option is to either find a friend with a garage or make friends with someone who has one...... Joe Quote
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