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Fender cover protector? What do you like?

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I have a pair similar to the jegs ones that I got decades ago from supershops ( anyone remember supershops ? ) no magnets. I usually use a pair of moving blankets from HF. the smaller size seems to work well.
 

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Jegs ones are nice I have a set of those. And 2 more sets that are like the jegs 1 STP set (found in trash) 1 set with mopar on them. They have like a soft sponge back and do not slide around. Also will absorb impact of dropped tool on them.
 

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I have a pair similar to the jegs ones that I got decades ago from supershops ( anyone remember supershops ? ) no magnets. I usually use a pair of moving blankets from HF. the smaller size seems to work well.

Ah yes supershops started by 2 guys that were fired from summit racing if i have the story right. They came on strong but only lasted a few years around this area.
 

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Just a heads up I have those magnet vinyl ones.
I was in a hurry to start a job that include a lot of leaning over the fender.
I marred the paint, so best to wash off any dust and use softer towels under.
 

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I have the old time kind with foam backing and a place to put tools down. They don't slip. Not sure if others may be better.
 
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We use ones that are basically a large shop rag in just about every shop I've ever worked in. Learned the hard way that the foam ones will grab and grind in any dirt/grit on the paint
 

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I just grind my belt buckle into 'em.

I work on a diesel fleet and heavy equipment now. No more whining about the slightest rattle or imaginary paint scratches from the luxury car owner's segment.
 

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Mechanics belt and no zippers here, if I were to really need to lay over a fender for an extended time, I'd just consider something like a basic towel. I want to be able to wash it for debris and dirt completely. "fender covers" can easily pickup grit and keep transferring it every time it is used.
 

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Set a bath towel over the fender then lay an old bath mat on top of that. The mat is weighty and has a rubber backing so it won't slide around. It's thick and cushiony so nothing is gonna dent the fender and the thick knap is comfortable to lean on and keeps tools and small parts from rolling off. The bath towel helps protect the paint. Been using 'em for years. Works great!!

 

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Set a bath towel over the fender then lay an old bath mat on top of that. The mat is weighty and has a rubber backing so it won't slide around. It's thick and cushiony so nothing is gonna dent the fender and the thick knap is comfortable to lean on and keeps tools and small parts from rolling off. The bath towel helps protect the paint. Been using 'em for years. Works great!!


That looks like a sheepskin mat, oooooooh the softness.
 

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Ditto on the bath mat! Been using those for years since my vinyl cover cracked. Cushy to lean over and rubber backing is easy on the paint. Comes in an array of colors sure to match any décor.... Ha Ha
 
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