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Old 19 March 2013, 06:25 PM
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Can anybody recommend a good one, preferably tailored fit, something subtle, to fit a high level spoiler classic?
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Old 19 March 2013, 11:43 PM
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http://www.cover-zone.com/stormforce-car-covers.htm

That's what i'll be getting, in the hundreds though, but worth it from what i've read. Custom for Subarus with big wings too.

Thanks

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Thinking about getting one of these for the winter but just wanted to confirm that they are for large rear spoilers and not low level ones.

Anyone got one that could confirm?
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I ended up buying that one and is fine for V5/6 spoilers. It's under the cover right now, I'll get a pic tomorrow in the light if you like
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Bought this one from our local auto center £60 I think fits great

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Originally Posted by 4evernewbie
I ended up buying that one and is fine for V5/6 spoilers. It's under the cover right now, I'll get a pic tomorrow in the light if you like
Paul
Cheers Paul, that would be great.
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Under there is a V5 Type R with V6 spoiler.
The mirrors don't fit perfectly but it's never really bothered me.
The elasticated skirt does make it fiddly to use when on your own but it's stil fairly easy.
As said, expensive but the Carcoon is reserved for the Porsche
Paul
Old 10 November 2013, 05:08 AM
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lol @ leecalcars that is not a Scoob under there, it's the UFO from Flight of the Navigator!!

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There was a group buy ages ago that was resurrected after I spoke with the company and the discount code was made live again. Check out the last couple of pages of that group buy. Should still work but if it doesn't then you could call them and say its through scoobynet and they'll probs still discount them for you.
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Here's the link....bottom of the page
https://www.scoobynet.com/802191-sub...-covers-2.html
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Originally Posted by 4evernewbie
As said, expensive but the Carcoon is reserved for the Porsche
Paul
Damn you I was trying to work out what car was in there, then scrolled down a bit and you spoiled it

On a serious note, I'd question the use of a non-ventilated car cover - I think being exposed to the elements is a safer option than potentially trapping moisture in there for longer periods of time.
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Cheers for the pics Paul, that looks just what I'm looking for. Love the carcoon too, very nice!

Thanks for the link scoobyraj! I'll give them a try and see if the discount code work and if not I'll give them a call.

Can't stand to see it sitting in the drive uncovered anymore. Would ideally like it to be under a roof in a garage but an all weather cover will need to do.

Cheers for all the help guys.
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Originally Posted by Fonzey
On a serious note, I'd question the use of a non-ventilated car cover - I think being exposed to the elements is a safer option than potentially trapping moisture in there for longer periods of time.
Which cover you on about? The Stormforce is breathable and the Carcoon isn't like a balloon, it has dry air constantly pumped in.

And I didn't mention which model Porsche it is.....

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Originally Posted by riiidaa
lol @ leecalcars that is not a Scoob under there, it's the UFO from Flight of the Navigator!!

Haha!!!
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Update:
After uncovering mine today after it's been under its cover since October I found the interior to be mouldy on the seats, door cards and steering wheel.
So I'm gonna buy another Carcoon as I'm not gonna use the Scoob til my Euro trip in May and now I'm worrying about it
Paul
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Originally Posted by 4evernewbie
Update:
After uncovering mine today after it's been under its cover since October I found the interior to be mouldy on the seats, door cards and steering wheel.
So I'm gonna buy another Carcoon as I'm not gonna use the Scoob til my Euro trip in May and now I'm worrying about it
Paul
I have a version 6 type r and I am in the middle of fitting a JDM New age engine.

My car has been parked up out side since May 2013. I have used moisture traps inside the car, I have 1 in the boot and 2 inside the car. These work really well. Every Sunday I empty the water out of the moisture traps.

Can I recommend that you clean the inside of your car with Dettol Kitchen Cleaner Spray and place moisture traps inside your car until your Carcoon arrives.

I have just purchased a Cover Zone Storm Force Car Cover and fitted it to my car today and then I read your post. I am really worried now, these covers are very expensive and I thought that they were designed to allow the moisture to escape.

How long have you used you Carcoon for and have you had any problems with it ?
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No problems with the Carcoon, the 964 had been in there for 6months without a problem despite it actually being an indoor Carcoon!
Gonna get a size4 one for the Scoob, should leave a little room around the edges.
I did think about dehumidifiers but my problem is I'm in the Navy and it can be months between being at home so I'd be unable to empty them.
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Not fitted mine yet but am just about to. Wonder if it would help to leave the windows open slightly to let it breath a bit better?
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