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I'd like to get one on Daryl before I jam it in the barn for the winter.

Does anyone have one they like? That fits a shortbed? My last one my nephew got me and it didn't cover the whole truck, it's totally tattered now lol.
 

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The last one I ordered was for my Roadmaster wagon. Found it on Ebay. Can't recall the brand, but it was a pretty nice cover. Good breathable material, and cut to the correct shape for the vehicle.
 

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The last one I ordered was for my Roadmaster wagon. Found it on Ebay. Can't recall the brand, but it was a pretty nice cover. Good breathable material, and cut to the correct shape for the vehicle.

I've searched alot on ebay hoping to find something truck shaped but everything seems geared towards newer crew cab stuff.
 

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Huh, I never really looked for a one when I had my square. I was kinda surprised I found one for that station wagon as easy as I did.
 

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I'll see if I can find the shipper on that cover tomorrow. I think I still have the file of receipts from the Buick. I do recall they had a pretty good selection for different vehicles.
 

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Cover craft makes a good cover I use on my 68 short bed stepside was purchased for a newer truck has extra room but does a great job
 

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Cover craft makes a good cover I use on my 68 short bed stepside was purchased for a newer truck has extra room but does a great job

I just ordered one, hope the lack of mirror pockets doesn't matter.
 

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Mine has mirror pockets waste of material on mine you will like what you ordered
 

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Do yall have good luck using them out side?
 

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I've got one that is custom made for a shortbed with a topper. Would work for a regular shortbed (much of the material would sag into the bed) or a blazer. It's really soft material, like flannel sheets. Not designed for out-door protection or water proof, but rather for gently protecting the paint from dirt, dust, etc. Could sell if interested.
 

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There is a car under a cover in my backyard and i'll share that experience.
I buy the coverS on eBay, and pay $ 30-40 to leave it on there all year.
Every year, I gotta switch out and matter of fact, it's time now.

I've had em all and see zero difference between the claimed # of "layers" although given the choice, I would lean to "felt-lined" for no specific reason other than I think it adds- PULL STRENGTH.
 

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Do yall have good luck using them out side?

My old one, my nephew bought for me, it didn't fit the truck, flapped around, got all tattered.

This one will be in the barn now that the truck is basically done and running and driving.
 

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Last ones I bought were universal "outdoor" covers that were on clearance at Target. When I opened them, they had a notice that said "not for prolonged outdoor use". Those POS covers were falling apart after a few weeks.

Don't make the same $50 mistake I did, lol.
 

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