Test Pilot needed for MDX car cover

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,

Thanks for posting the pictures.

DaleB,

Thanks for posting the web site.

So far both manufacturers claim that their covers won't scratch the finish.
Calcarcover recommends using a commercial washer for most of their covers.
Tim's cover looks very small and lightweight.

I'll have to see how they compare accoring to the following criteria:

Machine washable (I have a Maytag Neptune front loader).
Light weight but not so light that it is impossible to take off/put on during slightly windy days.
A light color to reflect the sun's rays.
A snug fit.
Small size when rolled/folded.
Pouch for Antenna and mirrors.
Room for racks.

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!