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Old 04-28-2009, 08:23 PM
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Has anyone explored or used this product?

 
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Old 04-29-2009, 02:03 PM
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Nate it seems to me it would be kinda hard to drive like that. I guess you could cut some peep holes in that thing?
 
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Nate, I got one last year for my wife's SRT. It installs easily and does keep the temp inside down. Folds into a pocket to about the size of a football. Now if I could just get her to use it. I would say it is a good product, especially for the money.
 
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Old 04-30-2009, 07:56 AM
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Nate, I got one last year for my wife's SRT. It installs easily and does keep the temp inside down. Folds into a pocket to about the size of a football. Now if I could just get her to use it. I would say it is a good product, especially for the money.
How easy is it to install and how are the fronts sides and rear held down?

Looking at going this way to protect my roadster top but just making sure the quality etc is there.

Thanks

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Originally Posted by patpur
Nate it seems to me it would be kinda hard to drive like that. I guess you could cut some peep holes in that thing?
The other issue is the mirrors they are blocked up as well. Man I hope they give me a discount with the sissors that they send!
 
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maybe you could get a periscope!
 
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maybe you could get a periscope!
Now your talking! Id be the first sub-crossfire! And while I am at it I can also add nuclear power! Woo hoo!
 
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Nate,
I purchased one and it arrived this week. The cover goes on easily, anchored to the mirrors, a flap goes under the wipers and cords that go into the trunk slots. The sides are anchored with elastic straps that are velcroed to the door handles. The cover goes on and off quickly, so far very pleased. Oh, and comes with a two year warranty. There is a video on their web site showing removal and installation.
 
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Nate,
I purchased one and it arrived this week. The cover goes on easily, anchored to the mirrors, a flap goes under the wipers and cords that go into the trunk slots. The sides are anchored with elastic straps that are velcroed to the door handles. The cover goes on and off quickly, so far very pleased. Oh, and comes with a two year warranty. There is a video on their web site showing removal and installation.
Cool I think I may pick one up given the positive comments from you all.

Thanks

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Nate, Ken nailed the installation. It is really easy and the white heat reflective material does hold the heat build up down. The cords that go in the trunk slots have a draw string that makes the fit nice and tight. Go for it ,I think you will like it.
 
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These things are great but you cannot be bothered to use them too often and when you do someone comes along and says 'great idea' and steals it.
 
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Looks like a great idea for the garage-less.

I'd want to be convinced that the thing can 'breath', tho. As an old boater, probably just as damaging as sun fade can be, so can be the damage caused by humidity and dampness locked under tarps or boot[sic] covers.

Do they come in pink for the ladies?

EDIT: what a dope ... went back and looked at the spec. It is made of Tyvek, which does allow limited vapor transmission. And for $50, not a bad little product.
 

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Originally Posted by Bigkid
Nate, I got one last year for my wife's SRT. It installs easily and does keep the temp inside down. Folds into a pocket to about the size of a football. Now if I could just get her to use it. I would say it is a good product, especially for the money.
So are you willing to sell me your wifes

Tell her she needs to use it or its nates! LOL!
 
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Old 05-07-2009, 01:12 AM
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Sorry nate, no can do. If you get one let us know what you think.
 
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Originally Posted by Bigkid
Sorry nate, no can do. If you get one let us know what you think.
Mine is on its way. BTW I had a great chat with the owner and he is offering 10% off for forum members that mention my name when they order. I posted this under another thread.

THnx
 
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Got my pop top. Use it everyday at work and at home when the roadster isn't in the garage.
Got it mainly to help alleviate the heat problem with the rear window coming apart from the canvas top.
So far so good since I fixed my top.

https://www.crossfireforum.org/forum/crossfire-roadster/35371-roadster-rear-window-problem.html#post396080

This can only help and it is a lot easier than using a full car cover.
 
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