Ok, not sure if this has been ask or not, Sorry if it has been.

I have heard both sides of this issue.....To use a dust cover while in storage or not. Some say Yes, you should always use one, and some have said NO you should never use one?

I would love to hear all your thought on this? I am about to put my 67 in Storage for the winter and would like to know!

Thanks!!

Wild!!!:beers:

The biggest reason I use a cover is for bump/scratch protection. It's nice to not have to worry as much about damaging the paint.

I tried using one a few winters ago. After about a month I uncovered it and found mouse turds all over the hood. I'd put fabric softener sheets on the inside which seemed to keep them out of the interior, but since then I won't use a cover for long term storage.

If you have the space, get one of these car capsules.
http://www.carcapsule.com/

I know a few people that have used them. The take up a bit more space, but keep the car sealed up, so no dust or bugs to worry about.

I would never use one outside. My neighbor had one on his 1946 Ford truck. The wind blowing the cover left marks in the paint.

I tried using one a few winters ago. After about a month I uncovered it and found mouse turds all over the hood. I'd put fabric softener sheets on the inside which seemed to keep them out of the interior, but since then I won't use a cover for long term storage.

The ploblem here is not the car cover. The possibility of mouse infestation needs to be solved. Problem ended.

I use one in my garage mainly to keep the dust off of it and to prevent an accidental bump. I have never had problems with mice, but I do have two cats.

I don't cover mine during driving season, but I do cover it for long term storage every winter.

I use a heavy duty/soft fabric cover in the garage through the week(s), and on the weekends it stays off. Good protection for the paint, and to keep curious eyes off when the garage door is open.

FWIW, I'm using a cover that is custom factory fit for a Mitsubishi 3000GT, and it fits nice, mirror pockets and all.

I use a dust top all the time but have not used it during winter months.I was trying to get my shed finnished before winter which will have heat and air. I was wondering if using it in and unconditioned space will cause moisture in the engine compartment not to jump your post but any thoughts....

The ploblem here is not the car cover. The possibility of mouse infestation needs to be solved. Problem ended.

Your right, that's why I don't use a car cover. It's just another place for them to hide. :noway: I'm just happy when I can keep the raccoons out of the garage. :D

I use a dust top all the time but have not used it during winter months.I was trying to get my shed finnished before winter which will have heat and air. I was wondering if using it in and unconditioned space will cause moisture in the engine compartment not to jump your post but any thoughts....

Not a problem, these are the kind of comments I was looking for....Lots of experience out there, and want to pull it all together....:beers:

Wild!!!

After talking to the guys who have used them for years... most tend to use the light weight ones for summer use in the garage... and the heavier ones for long time storage. Some refuse to use any covers outside, and erect a temp fabric shelter for the winter.

capt

I would say that if you do decide to use a car or dust cover use the breathable type that allows air to circulate in and out from under it. This helps keep condensation from forming.

Here is one for the books. Take a cali king size sheet and run it in the dryer with 4 or 5 fabric sheets and problem solved. The mice stay away from the smell and you get the coverage from the dust and the car will smell like it just came out of the dryer. Then once and a while just pop that sucker back in the dryer with some more sheets and you are back in business.

I have Barn cats and they keep the critters around my property lets say dead but the ones that sneak inside the garage for protection they will find a place to nest.

I'll put a car cover on mine about 3 hours after I wash it, but the first time I drive it, I don't put the cover back on it. Dirt and grease get on the car from the hwy and the cover will scratch the car. I will wash the car again before I reinstall the cover. I also keep a dehumidfier running 24/7 to keep the moisture away from the car.

I use an evolution 4, as long as the cover and car are clean and a good coat of wax you should be OK.

Im pretty ok with the mice.. but what about the damn snakes!

Does anybody know where I can get a nice light weight car cover (dust cover)? I had one years ago that came with a nova I bought and it was almost like parachute material.. Real easy for one person to throw on and off frequently & loose fitting..

Does anybody know where I can get a nice light weight car cover (dust cover)? I had one years ago that came with a nova I bought and it was almost like parachute material.. Real easy for one person to throw on and off frequently & loose fitting..

California Car Covers has the real light covers that are like parachute material. It also rolls up in a small area compared to the other covers. It is called Superweave but it is kinda expensive.

I have used there Noah and Dusttop for years. What I dont like about them is they start shedding and it could be due to age and washing them. Also the elastic starts stretching around the edges.

Thanks for the info..

I keep mouse traps out in the garage year round. No problems yet but the garage is only 8 years old.
The first thing to do with mice is exclude them. Block up any hole with course steel wool (temporary) or cement/hardware cloth (permenent), then keep traps out in case one runs in when the doors are open. Using things that smell, dryer sheets, moth balls, only work if in high concentration. You would have to have several pounds of moth balls inside the car to keep them out. Don't suggest it, the smell will never leave and the active is a suspected carcinogen.

California Car Covers has the real light covers that are like parachute material. It also rolls up in a small area compared to the other covers. It is called Superweave but it is kinda expensive.

I have used there Noah and Dusttop for years. What I dont like about them is they start shedding and it could be due to age and washing them. Also the elastic starts stretching around the edges.

The California Car covers are probably the best you can buy.I have the ultra plush indoor only use.Very,very soft flannel on the inside for paint pampering.One that I had for one of my other cars lasted for years and years and was still in great shape when I sold the car.Exact fit,highest quality,highest cost,but worth every penny.