[rvehock]

Tim,

I have a digital camera and I can leave it out in the wheather (Florida)

 

[rvehock]

As soon as I get it I will answer all of your questions (I hope).

 

[rvehock]

MDX Cover

Well got the MDX Cover from Tim, here are some information off of the product box.

It is made by INTRO-TECH the part # is DMAC2065:

Silver polyester material, 150 Denier woven polyester, coated with aluminized polyurethane and acrylic, Soft and non-abrasive to clear coat finishes, Will not absorb water like some perforated covers, Nearly water proof, yet breathable, Extremely lightweight and yet extremely protective, Custom cut mirror pockets, Eyelet's for cable lock, Snug fit all the way around, Long and low coverage to keep wheels clean, Storage bag included, Lifetime warranty.

I will be washing my MDX this weekend. I will take a series of pictures before during and after I install the cover. One thing for sure, there is no cut-out for the antenna. You must first remove the antenna and then cut a hole and then install a special "patch" over the hole that you cut out.

 

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Instructions state that it can be machine washed and line dried.

Also here is the picture from my last post.

 

[rvehock]

MDX Cover Pictures

Well got to install the cover that Tim sent me (Thanks Tim).
First off the cover is very lightweight has a nylon/polyester feel to it (both on the inside and outside). It was very easy to install and to my suprise it has a nice little extension in the rear for the antenna. The instructions say that you will need to cut a hole for it but that was not the case. Below I have posted several pictures and I will also follow up after I leave my MDX out for several days (we are expecting thunderstorms here in Clearwater for the next few days).

Here is the package contents, comes with storage bag, instructions, and Tim also threw in a security cable and lock (Thanks again Tim)

Here is my MDX washed before the install:

Here is the cover half-way installed. Notice the mirror pockets.

Here is the cover completely install from the rear

Here is a picture from the right side rear. Notice the Antenna cutout pouch.

Here is a shot of the cover from the front. It has a good amount of elastic on both the front and rear of the cover

Here is a shot from the front. Notice the top of the cover is a little loose on the top. I have a base MDX so the lack of a roof rack is the reason it looks loose. If you installed this cover on a Touring model it would fit much tighter on thr roof.

Overall install time was about 5 minutes. The only problem is getting up on one of the rear tires in order to fit the cover over the antenna. The cover fits nice and tight on the sides and looks as though it will stay on well in moderatly windy conditions.

 

[rvehock]

Sorry Last picture was suppose to be:

 

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I left my MDX out in the rain for the last couple days. I checked on it this morning and it seems to have handled the rain and wind (up to 30mph) well. Although it is not completly waterproof, it does breathe very well. I am not sure about tree Sap as my oak trees are not in the 'Sap Mode' yet. I had one of those heavier cover when I owned my Porche and I found that I did not use as often because if the weight of it. I think that the cover may be worth the price from my perspective.

 

[rvehock]

As for the rear deflector and roof rack, the cover seems to have more than adequate room for those items. The cleaning insructions from the user manual state:

Cleaning:
It is important to keep your cover clean. Over time your cover will become soiled from the elements it was created to protect your vehicle from. We recommend the following two procedures to adequately clean the fabric without causing damage.

1. Install the cover over the vehicle. Starting from the top, throughly hose off the entire outside of the cover. Remove the cover and place it back on the vehicle inside out. Starting from the top, hose off the entire inside of the cover. Shake out excess water and allow the cover to air dry before using or storing. DO NOT machine dry this cover!

2. A really soiled cover can be washed in a large capacity commercial washing machine (avaliable at you local laundromat). Wash in cold water only, using a modest amount of mild liquid cleaner. DO NOT use a softner. Shake out excess water and allow cover to air dry before using or storing. DO NOT machine dry this cover!

 

[rvehock]

MDX Cover Update

FYI, I have used the MDX cover several times since I posted the original pictures. I have used it in both rain and shine and it seems to be holding up fine. I wanted to thank Tim again for the opportunity to test this product out.

 

[rvehock]

Re: Re: MDX Cover Update

May I ask why have you decided to sell it? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=6763&item=2423499914 I'm thinking of getting one.

I only used the cover to test it out for Tim and the board. I have no real use for it as I work from home and I have a nice large garage to keep my X in. My wife was cleaning out the closet and said that it had to go, thats why I put it out on eBay.

 

[rvehock]

I Personally don't care what you think:3: :3:

 

[rvehock]

Obviously...
Which is likely why you think it was ok to offer to test something, fail to do so, and then sell the item for a profit.

I tested the car cover and everyone on the board was fine with the results except you, whats your problem?????

 

[rvehock]

I'm not happy with it. I live in the Snow, and I would like to see more than a short test in a little rain. Several Board members wanted (and still want) to test Tim's cover, and I'd rather see them do it.

I think it's interesting that your wife told you "It has to go" Tee-hee, gimme a break! If it's on your MDX for a test, she wouldn't tell you to get rid of it. If it's in the closet then you're not testing it.

I see you didn't sell the cover because your reserve was not met.:2:

I have four other neighbors in my development that have an MDX so I will give the cover to one of them for further testing. I will also give them the url to this board and ask that they post any addtional feedback to the board. As to the comment about my wife, it is obvious that this board is not what it was when I first joined, I hope that it does not get any worse!!!