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Old 06-20-2016, 08:13 AM
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Those are factory delivery covers, designed and specifically made to fit the Corvettes. They have an inner flannel covering, then have a special outer cover. They are computer cut and made so they fit like a glove. NOTHING like a standard car cover. You can spend 1-2K+ for a custom cover that will fit just like it, but for the extra money (cost of trailer and cover upgrade), why not just buy a enclosed trailer and be done with it?

And just remember, these are being delivered to the dealers who take the protective factory cover off then buff/detail etc...
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Speaking of trailering a Vette, I need to get mine from Dallas to Houston to get it painted. Who would be the best source to rent a trailer or a dolly to get the job done? I'm thinking a trailer may be smarter than a dolly.
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Originally Posted by CadVette
Speaking of trailering a Vette, I need to get mine from Dallas to Houston to get it painted. Who would be the best source to rent a trailer or a dolly to get the job done? I'm thinking a trailer may be smarter than a dolly.
The OM specifically says DON'T use a dolly. All four wheels must be off the pavement.
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I trailer my c6 vert all the time behind my motorhome. Never had a problem or damage.
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Use enclosed car trailer
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Originally Posted by owc6
The OM specifically says DON'T use a dolly. All four wheels must be off the pavement.

Thanks. If I don't drive it I'll rent a trailer.
Old 06-21-2016, 11:33 AM
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Originally Posted by rcjays

I trailer my c6 vert all the time behind my motorhome. Never had a problem or damage.
Nice rig and trailer. Helps that you have a shield in front of the car. Any advice on how you load your Vette on to the trailer without scraping?
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The trailer has an electric hydraulic tilt. It won't tilt enough to allow the vert to load without scraping. I use a set of race ramps to allow smooth leading. I have travled over 10,000 miles over the past several years. Works great. I cover the car most nightd when I travel. Jda
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Originally Posted by rcjays

The trailer has an electric hydraulic tilt. It won't tilt enough to allow the vert to load without scraping. I use a set of race ramps to allow smooth leading. I have travled over 10,000 miles over the past several years. Works great. I cover the car most nightd when I travel. Jda
O.k. great advice. Now the trick is to find one for me to rent. You definetly travel in style.



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