Need referral for buying an outside car cover for my 914. |
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Need referral for buying an outside car cover for my 914. |
75porsche914 |
Jun 7 2014, 01:12 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 40 Joined: 2-June 13 From: santa monica Member No.: 15,945 Region Association: None |
Need referral for buying an outside car cover for my 914.
Since I need to park her outside on occasions I’m looking for a car cover with license plate windows so that it's legal to park on the street with the cover. There are many options on Ebay, although I haven’t had a reply from those sellers asking if they have the window option for the license plate. I have looked this topic up in forums and find the search a bit overwhelming and find it easier to post a help request. Greatly appreciate your advice. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) |
Elliot Cannon |
Jun 7 2014, 02:37 PM
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914 Guru Group: Retired Members Posts: 8,487 Joined: 29-December 06 From: Paso Robles Ca. (Central coast) Member No.: 7,407 Region Association: None |
I have a car cover but I DON'T use it outdoors. If it gets windy in your parking lot and the car has a little dirt or dust on it, the car cover will act like sand paper. I would get an umbrella cover for the top and windows to keep the interior cool but would not suggest a full cover.
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GeorgeRud |
Jun 7 2014, 03:10 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,725 Joined: 27-July 05 From: Chicagoland Member No.: 4,482 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
I'd agree, the cover can cause as many problems as it solves. The umbrella cover is great to avoid leaks, and just keep the painted surfaces on the car waxed and cleaned as needed.
I have a soft cover for one of my cars, but don't like to use it as it traps humidity. Better to just use a very light dust cover if stored indoors. |
'73-914kid |
Jun 7 2014, 03:28 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,473 Joined: 1-November 08 From: Vista, CA Member No.: 9,714 Region Association: Southern California |
I love my umbrella cover, but I found that the elastic cording that holds it to the car can scratch the paint if wind picks up, which is when I use mine, (ie. stuck in a storm)
I covered the elastic bugny cords in heavy duty microfiber towels and cut up to fit. Solved that problem. |
bandjoey |
Jun 8 2014, 12:30 PM
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bandjoey Group: Members Posts: 4,930 Joined: 26-September 07 From: Bedford Tx Member No.: 8,156 Region Association: Southwest Region |
Coverking makes cheep to custom covers.
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stugray |
Jun 8 2014, 01:03 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,825 Joined: 17-September 09 From: Longmont, CO Member No.: 10,819 Region Association: None |
I was considering this for a cover that can be left on for towing.
The only solution I could find that might work is a custom boat cover. They are made to withstand hurricane force winds and can be left on when towing. Pricey though! |
SirAndy |
Jun 8 2014, 02:43 PM
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Resident German Group: Admin Posts: 41,815 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California |
My girlfriend made me one. It's made from heavy duty outdoor fabric that is water repellent and UV resistant.
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Maltese Falcon |
Jun 8 2014, 03:53 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,819 Joined: 14-September 04 From: Mulholland SoCal Member No.: 2,755 Region Association: None |
Andy...that is a great Car Cover (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)
Does your girlfriend want to make another one ? Marty |
r_towle |
Jun 8 2014, 05:20 PM
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Custom Member Group: Members Posts: 24,624 Joined: 9-January 03 From: Taxachusetts Member No.: 124 Region Association: North East States |
Should be urban camo
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Chris914n6 |
Jun 9 2014, 04:41 PM
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Jackstands are my life. Group: Members Posts: 3,393 Joined: 14-March 03 From: Las Vegas, NV Member No.: 431 Region Association: Southwest Region |
I went with a Budge Tyvek many years ago when I put the 914 into hibernation. White outer layer reflected the sun so well it felt cooler inside the car. Has a soft inner layer and I didn't get any paint damage despite being parked on dirt.
Plate windows are not that common. I'd post on CL on what you needed done or visit a fabric store and see if one of the employees will sew for cash or pay a car upholstery place to do it. |
SirAndy |
Jun 9 2014, 05:47 PM
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Resident German Group: Admin Posts: 41,815 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California |
Andy...that is a great Car Cover (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) Does your girlfriend want to make another one ? She kept the templates, but it was a *lot* of work. I'll ask her if she wants to make another one ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) |
pete000 |
Jun 9 2014, 07:15 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,885 Joined: 23-August 10 From: Bradenton Florida Member No.: 12,094 Region Association: South East States |
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Elliot Cannon |
Jun 9 2014, 07:40 PM
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914 Guru Group: Retired Members Posts: 8,487 Joined: 29-December 06 From: Paso Robles Ca. (Central coast) Member No.: 7,407 Region Association: None |
I was considering this for a cover that can be left on for towing. The only solution I could find that might work is a custom boat cover. They are made to withstand hurricane force winds and can be left on when towing. Pricey though! Tow your car with a cover on it and kiss the paint goodbye. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif) |
michael7810 |
Jun 9 2014, 08:54 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,082 Joined: 6-June 11 From: Scottsdale, AZ Member No.: 13,164 Region Association: Southwest Region |
I use at the Cover King Silver Shield Plus with a cable lock with good success. It doesn't blow off and has not damaged the paint although it's in a carport so it doesn't get much wind just a bunch of AZ dust.
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