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    I am looking to get an indoor car cover, and have been looking at the covers sold by Covercraft. Where I live in the southeast it can get pretty humid just about year round. While the garage of course isn`t going to be as humid as the outdoor environment, I don`t want to take a chance with a cover that will be a moisture trap. So with this in mind which cover should I be looking at getting between the Tan Flannel and Dustop covers? Which is really the better cover for indooor use and is still breathable?



    Has anyone here used either of these covers and can cooment on the quality and fitment of them?

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    What are you going to be covering? And how often will the vehicle be left covered vs. being driven?
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    In the warmer months I will probably drive maybe two to three times a month. Plan on staying fully covered during colder months

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    I have them both. They are both soft and breathable. Tan flannel is heavier in weight and slightly more effort to install, but not really a problem. It protects more against accidental `bumps` or door dings if that is an issue. Dustop works fine as well but lighter and thinner so definitely indoor only.



    I have covers for all my cars but seldom use them now. I find that removing a cover is one more step to giving me an excuse not to drive the car. Leaving them uncovered in the garage makes it easier to drive the cars on a whim. Letting them sit too long is so bad. Also harder to keep the battery tenders pushed in.
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    Vehicle Storage



    a) Indoor: Sometimes having a safe, dry, cosy place to keep your car, truck or SUV adequately protected from the elements is not enough. Kimberly-Clark Corporation Dustop™ is a 4-layer fabric that stops all but the finest dust (less than 5 microns). The Dustop fabric with Block-It™ technology has an ultra-soft interior fabric that protects paint and enough cushioning to help prevent door dings. Car cover can be your answer by protecting your vehicle from some of the things you can`t control. Using an indoor car cover is fundamental to maintaining your car’s paint while it’s in storage. It will provide you with peace of mind from dust and the minor bumps and rubs that can and do happen. Keeping your vehicle protected is smart insurance.



    This car covers are designed as our best solution for storing your vehicle indoors. There are a total of 4 layers that make up this fabric. The first two layers are polypropylene/polyethylene (PP) and act as outer protection for your vehicle against dings, dents, scratches and heat. PP offers excellent strength and stability, while PE brings superior softness. Combined, they form a soft barrier that protects your car when bumped or something is dropped on it.





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    Quote Originally Posted by Brad B.
    ..I have covers for all my cars but seldom use them now. ..


    Same here.



    Last year around this time I got a cover for the S8, figuring that heh...it sits all the time anyhow. But I`ve never put it on because I know it`ll just sit even *more* once there`s a cover on it.



    With the cars uncovered I`m much more likely to actually drive them when circumstances permit. Or, I`ll either open the hood or crawl underneath and do some of the detailing that`s so easy to let go when the vehicle is in regular use.



    Even just the whole "gotta have it spotless before you put the cover on" thing pretty much precludes casual use of the vehicle. Otherwise, I tell myself that I`m just covering it "for the really bad months" and then I end up totally neglecting it for a long time when it could have been getting some use.



    RedlineIRL- If you are getting the cover, then OK...never mind But I`d get the lightest one that will suit your needs; these things can be a hassle to keep clean and to manipulate (at least to do it carefully enough that you don`t cause any issues).

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    Thanks for the help everyone. I think that I am going to go with the flannel cover instead over the dustop cover. From the description, the flannel cover sounds like it is more suited to allow breathability and not trap moisture when compared to the dustop, which sounds like it isn`t really intended for use for longer periods of time

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    Quote Originally Posted by RedlineIRL
    Thanks for the help everyone. I think that I am going to go with the flannel cover..


    I`ll be interested to hear what you think of it after you`ve had it for a while. If you get a chance, post back about how it goes.

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    When choosing which indoor car cover is right for your vehicle, consider how you`ll use it and then reference the ratings chart:

    Type of Usage

    Performance

    Type of Usage

    Which indoor car cover you choose depends on how often you use your vehicle and your garage environment.

    Lightweight indoor car covers - easy on, easy off

    Drivers who take their garage-kept cars out often and cover / uncover typically prefer a lightweight indoor car cover. A lightweight car cover for your vehicle is easier to remove, fold, store, and put back on. A Form Fit car cover or Satin Stretch car cover are light enough for effortless daily use.

    Heavier indoor car covers - ding and dent stoppers

    When your garage is the thruway for the kids and pets or it moonlights as the groundskeeper`s shed, a thicker cover can prevent bumps, thumps or other mishaps. And, for those who plan to leave their vehicle under cover for extended periods of time or just use their baby on weekends, it`s reassuring to have a thicker layer of protection that comes from a Tan Flannel car cover or Dustop car cover.

    Performance

    Your indoor car cover will need to do more than cover your vehicle.

    Breathability

    A breathable indoor car cover will dispel condensation and heat that gets trapped between your vehicle and the fabric. The Dustop car cover and Satin Stretch car cover allow air to flow freely through their fabrics.

    Dust blocking

    Your vehicle`s paint is only about 0.006 inches thick. When dust settles on your paint, it turns abrasive and causes minute scratches. By the time you notice them, it`s already too late. A good indoor car cover is designed to keep dust away from the surface of your vehicle and keep the paint looking great. Dress your cherished cruiser with a Form Fit car cover or a Tan Flannel car cover to keep gritty dust off.

    Finish pampering

    Putting a soft, non-abrasive layer against your paint surface is as important as any exterior protection a car cover may provide. The best indoor car cover fabrics feature a soft, silky paint-pampering lining. The downy lining of the Satin Stretch car cover, Form Fit car cover and Dustop car cover sit cozily and safely on your cherry paintjob.

    Mildew / Rot resistant

    When moisture is expelled or collects on the exterior of an indoor car cover, mildew can form and the cover could rot. Most indoor car cover fabrics are treated with inhibitors to minimize mildew and rot. Slip on a Tan Flannel car cover or Dustop car cover to avoid decay for years of dependable service.

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    aman6776- Heh heh, that sounds like ad-copy :think:

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    Quote Originally Posted by Accumulator
    aman6776- Heh heh, that sounds like ad-copy :think:


    That`s probably because it is. That user is merely a BOT that trolls forums and looks for key phrases, then posts content it deems relevant from search engines in response. If you look at the other posts it has made, they`re equally cryptic and nonsensical.
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    Quote Originally Posted by C. Charles Hahn
    That`s probably because it is..


    Well, yeah...I was sorta soft-pedaling it

 

 

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