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46fordnut

01-06-2012 @ 7:13 PM

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yes i understand just right now I'm between jobs. so i need something simple but nice. she has a lot wrong so i need just to keep it protected.

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01-06-2012 @ 8:09 AM

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I have an old Beverly Hills cover that was made for my '47. It is a first class item, but very heavy and difficult to place on the car. I use a light weight cover from Walmart most of the time, and save the heavy one for winter. Beware of the very light type, as they allow dust through as if no cover was used. This is very important for those of us with open cars, even though they go on easily. As in most things, you get about what you pay for.

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01-05-2012 @ 7:56 PM

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OK i will check that out thank you guys. as to you question i have a 1946 fordor . it about 17 ft long give or take. i have one picture at the top of this. take a look she is long and tall.

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37RAGTOPMAN

01-05-2012 @ 4:58 PM

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46fordnut
here is another option,
CALIFORNIA CAR COVER CO, 800-423-5525
calcarcover.com
they might be able to help you finding a cover large enough to cover you car,
hope this helps 37RAGTOPMAN

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01-01-2012 @ 7:13 PM

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I bought a 5 layer cover for my Fordor on e-bay for about $70 and it was too short. I returned it and bought another for $40 and it fits. These suppliers use suv covers that may not fit. The covers aren't a custom fit so try one and return it if it doesn't fit.

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01-01-2012 @ 5:40 PM

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They had one for my 37 with no problem.
do you have a special model of a 46, like a station wagon,? sedan delivery ?
they have them for big pickup trucks,
you might have to measure what they are selling and what you need to make a match,
and you cannot beat the price and quality is pretty good,
they are not custom $300.00 car covers, but do the job,
I think you will be surprised when you receive one,
hope this helps 37RAGTOPMAN

46fordnut

12-31-2011 @ 7:52 PM

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entered my year and make said will not work but i will double check by email with them

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37RAGTOPMAN

12-31-2011 @ 6:28 PM

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I think you are wrong,I rechecked it with the number
180734665034 and it says it fits a 1946 FORD,
They had one for my 37 Cabriolet,
It is not a custom cover for that exact car but does cover the car,and is under $70.00.
they give you 30 days to return if not satisfied,
give them a call and ask.
hope this helps 37RAGTOPMAN

46fordnut

12-31-2011 @ 10:44 AM

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ok i will thank you very much. looks great but they say it will NOT fit my 46

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37RAGTOPMAN

12-30-2011 @ 5:20 PM

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46fordnut
here on E-BAY right NOW for a 1946 FORD ,is a 5 layer.lifetime guarantee
car cover for under $70.00 which includes the shipping,
come with a 30 return policy,
the auction buy it now number is 180734665034
be sure to check out soon as possible
hope this helps 37 RAGTOPMAN

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