I saw it live on tv when they opened it and wasn't suprised. What a mess. I couldn't believe that so many people really thought it could of been a time capsule gem. I read a lengthy article about it in Mopar Muscle magazine I believe.
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commando1
Old Man with a Hat
Here's a bit of trivia:
Miss Belvedere killed Boyd Coddington.
That car was a total Haz-Mat site, bacteria-wise.
Many people who came into contact with it right after it's opening got sick.
Boyd got very sick and died shortly thereafter. He did have a heart condition and the bacteria was too much for him.
Miss Belvedere killed Boyd Coddington.
That car was a total Haz-Mat site, bacteria-wise.
Many people who came into contact with it right after it's opening got sick.
Boyd got very sick and died shortly thereafter. He did have a heart condition and the bacteria was too much for him.
That was quite sudden and a damn shame. I loved his work and American Hot Rod Show.
rexus31
Senior Member
Christine claims yet another victim.
Here's the pic's of the Ironshield car cover on my '78 NY'er.
polara71
Old Man with a Hat
Thats as big as a pool liner
Very durable too. We had an F2 tornado come close (about a mile away) a couple of weeks ago. Winds gusted to 70mph at my house and the cover didn't come off or rip or anything. I have a security cable going under the car which helped also.
rexus31
Senior Member
How does it hold up in the rain? You mentioned it is lined on the underside. I'm just curious if this effects the breathability.
I have had this cover since last fall and the car is parked outdoors 365 days a year. Even after big storms the car is 100% dry. The cover is a very heavy hybrid type of material, not exactly rubber and not exactly cloth. It has a felt underside and protects the paint. If you look at the the vents on the windshield and the rear window, it lets heat escape and doesn't allow moisture in, kind of a check valve. I'm 100% satisfied with it and recommend it as a great product. I think it was around $200-250, well worth it. The fit was excellent too.
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commando1
Old Man with a Hat
Yah, I noticed that and that is a very nice feature. Never thought about that before but that's going to be a requirement on my next one.
polara71
Old Man with a Hat
made in the states?
Dave, I doubt it was made in the USA. No mention on their website. Anything made in the USA these days is a major selling point and plastered all over the seller's website. If anyone is interested the Ironshield is on sale now for $194 normally sells for $259. Plus free shipping in the U.S.
http://www.carscover.com/?gclid=CJ_j2cqV5bACFYeo4AodSnbM1w
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polara71
Old Man with a Hat
Yeah I'm doubting it too. I just looked through the site.
Knebel
Senior Member
I just got an iro shield cover for my fury. It fits quite well but I have a dumb question, how do i know which is the front and which the rear? It looks like i could have put it on backwards....
thrashingcows
Senior Member
I just got an iro shield cover for my fury. It fits quite well but I have a dumb question, how do i know which is the front and which the rear? It looks like i could have put it on backwards....
Does it have pockets for the mirrors? Most of the time there is a small tag under the front or rear lip stating if it's...the front or rear. Or there is a stenciled "front or rear" on it.
I bought a "wolf" car cover for my 68 T/C wagon many years ago. 5 layer unit off e-bay. Have been having to store the wagon outside this year since I lost my additional storage spot earlier this year. It has been holding up well, and protecting the car from "ALL" the elements. Would not hesitate to buy another one.
Just put a covercraft Evolution 3 on this week. Lots of snow up here during winter so needed something durable. Wasn't cheap but fits well and looks good on the old girl. Could use a few more grommets by front and rear wheels for tiedowns as it gets very windy here. $250 USD which is around a million Canadian
Fratzog
Old Man with a Hat
When I still had an open carport I used these to keep the cover in place...
We can get wind gusts up to 60-70MPH here in Calgary so not sure if the clamp idea would work gonna try one of those tarp repair kits that come with a grommet punch and bungee cords.
Knebel
Senior Member
'Doh...the cover really had a tag which said front. Thank you for that! Fits perfect now!
I use a 1" ratchet strap front and rear on my covers during hurricanes.
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