Buying a Carcoon?? Watch This First!!

I have had the outdoor carcoon for about 4 months now and I decided it was about time I showed you the test results from a little test.
In October 2017 I used a grinder to clean up 3 bits of angle iron and placed one in the outdoor carcoon, one in the garage and one outside the carcoon.
From this test you can see how the bare steel has deteriorated over the last few months.
The Carcoon is awesome... worth every penny for sure. I am am really happy with the results and the job it is doing.
The Outdoor carcoon gets the thumbs up from me
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[@73SimonW]

Great to see a real long term effects video on Carcoons. Thanks for sharing.

[@Bhpcars]

Simon Welch i was surprised.... will do an update in october as well :-) i did leave the inside one outside over night by mistake the other day though

[@Yowzoe]

@@Bhpcars Thanks for this. Are you gonna do that follow-up?

[@Bhpcars]

@@Yowzoe I think the results are at the end of the video?

[@Yowzoe]

@@Bhpcars Right you are. Thanks. Wish I could afford one for my modest go-kart Miata.

[@davidmunns4195]

@bhpcars , I've since ordered one if these and was wondering if you could tell me how you find condensation control ?? Is the inside of the carcoon cover ever damp?? I noticed puddle on the floor towards end of the video... is this condensation or wet car ?? Be interested to see what humidity inside the carcoon holds also :) Great vid , huge thanks and keep me posted Dave

[@richardbarry8608]

Excellent experiment thank you. I’ll bet if you wore rubber gloves when handling the carcoon angle iron it would not have rusted at all. The oils and amino acids in our hands can have a very negative impact on the metals. Just a heads up. Thank you for helping me buy my carcoon or car capsule. I love your videos

[@Bhpcars]

Yeah I also left the carcoon one out for a few hours one day by mistake :-\ I will be getting back into the flow of videos soon :D Been a busy couple of years :D

[@TheChupacabra]

I don’t think oil is going to encourage rust, but the moisture from our fingerprints, sure. Should rinse with acetone or brakleen and handle with gloves. Also I think I would put a desiccant in the carcoon and not open it weekly

[@thebanditsix]

Good experiment, that cocoon would be vandalised the next day in my neighborhood. The carcoon also stops the red paintwork fading in the sunlight and protects from acidic birdshit.

[@Bhpcars]

Thanks :D yes the car has been in there now nearly 2 years and the paint is still perfect :D Luckily this is well hidden away and we are in a nice part of the country :D They do one for bikes as well :D

[@hieroglyph321]

Yep, kids around here would have a rave in that thing 😂👍

[@maxxkax]

Great test. should be interesting to se the difference between outside and just a regular uninflated cover. Tarmac, gravel, grass comparison.

[@hieroglyph321]

Yes, was thinking the same

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Very interesting thanks. I'm getting one for my Honda vfr750 which lives outside and this has filled me with confidence. Cheers.

[@Bhpcars]

I will be getting one for my bikes but inside ones :D Glad it is useful!

[@fireworksfan93]

Perhaps if you put some moisture absorbing material in the carcoon, like silica gel, it will help further prevent rust build up

[@Bhpcars]

There is not any rust build up... that is the point

[@CK-yl9pl]

You need to buy an outside weather proof extension cable, to use an indoor extension is dangerous bordering recklessness considering health & safety. Thanks for sharing your carcoon baby!

[@Bhpcars]

yep the cable is an outside one and the plug is a waterproof one and is nicely tucked away inside the carcoon

[@Marakesh7]

I can well recommend a Carcoon. Buy one, you will not be disappointed. Stands up to all weather conditions. If it snows, just remove the snow from the top with a brush.

[@midnightsunturbo]

How does it handle the wind in open space? At what wind speed will the inside of carcoon starts rubbing the car?

[@Bhpcars]

Wind is wind... we live on the coast and it handles it ok.. but big storms make me worried it may destroy it so I remve it for big storms

[@hadafidafi5998]

Hi ..I have an idea to protect vehicles from flooding quickly ,easily and fast,how do I contact you..

[@Bhpcars]

drop me an email [e-mail] :D

[@gra100ful]

Really helpful video, thanks for doing a real world test over time

[@Bhpcars]

Your welcome

[@eathan323]

Good to see carcoons can work it depends on what area you live in they can be vandalized if you were unlucky and they seem a bit of a faf but not knocking them if they work for you that's good I still prefer the old garage well vented and just a nice soft cover for the car mine keeps well

[@BassickS77]

How are these against the mice?

[@SuperKeybored]

Thanks, that was really useful as I am considering getting one

[@twincamGT]

Brilliant brilliant video hats off to ya man so informative been looking for years for reviews this blew me away great job 👍👍 my minds made up carcoon works wonders even the out door carcoon is better than a garage fantastic

[@niallsshed2429]

Very good experiment, interesting. For practical purposes the Carcoon isn't a lot better than an unheated uninsulated garage then. I think that's quite positive for the carcoon but it's not magic and your classic will deteriorate in it over time, certainly outdoors.

[@Bhpcars]

yes but it is aimed at those who dont have a garage...

[@RipperYouTubeOfficial]

Nice commitment to making this video

[@MicBergsma]

Wow interesting! Looking for something to cover my 1967 VW bus here in Hawaii

[@Bhpcars]

The carcoon is what you are after :D

[@haskyb9184]

How funny mic. Also watching the resto of your bus and am looking for something to store my 56 oval in

[@checker3694]

I was waiting at the end for you to show brake disc, that sadly is the real test, and I don't know why you failed to show it

[@Bhpcars]

I think i show it other videos

[@D1ARBO]

Fantastic video! Thank you!

[@philhudson3410]

Good test thank you

[@ritachow611]

Will it be too hot Inside the cocoon and cause damage by unventilated heat ?

[@PhillipB1972]

Great video. Could you set up a carccon up on a gravel driveway?

[@dc7743]

Brilliant test where abouts did you get car cocoon from 👍👌

[@Bhpcars]

Carcoon direct :D

[@discovermetaldetecting]

Apologies for commenting so late but a brilliant an honest video. Looks like a great product. 👍🏻

[@petroldiaries6769]

Great vid , looking for a carcoon to store the Ferrari race car 🏎 replica. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@Bhpcars]

Thank you :D

[@barts3845]

Hi, thank's for the great video, do you think there's enough room inside for a small dehumidifier 👍

[@Bhpcars]

Why do you need one? The airflow is enough to keep it dry.

[@barts3845]

Just a thought to keep more moisture out👍

[@Bhpcars]

@@barts3845 The fans work like airflow in a roof of a building... Keep that moving and it does not get damp :D

[@barts3845]

@@Bhpcars Oh great, I wasn't aware of that, thank you👍 I think you said it was connected to a battery charger, did it come with the cover?

[@Bhpcars]

@@barts3845 Yes but I actually use a different battery optimiser now

[@supercaradventures2219]

Brilliant video, thanks for doing the test, subbed 👍

[@sunshine14251]

Very helpful video well done 👏

[@motormusic1]

Can't you leave the windows open a bit so that the inside has ventilation?

[@johnnyjp5780]

BEST TEST EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THANX :)

[@Bhpcars]

Thank you :D

[@warrenthomas6287]

Exellent test well done that man..i have one and must say very pleased.mine was a bit wet inside after 9 months but pleased. warren.

[@Bhpcars]

thanks :D Its been nearly a year now and it is all good :D

[@autopower1971]

Hi, great video. Do you have any problems which the Carcoon rubbing on the paint on windy days? Cheers.

[@Bhpcars]

nope... none yet and it has been 3 years :D It was out in 70mph winds the the other day and all is well :D

[@motov8-garage832]

That's the problem I had with covering up my project car, where I lived then the wind blew every afternoon, i took the cover off after about a year and it had destroyed my whole paint job, it buffed through the clear and paint on every corner and contact point (about 30-40 spots) I dont think I'll ever put a car cover on a vehicle outside ever again. Another reason not to cover vehicles for long periods of time is humidity, any car guy with old cars outside will tell you a car will last alot longer just setting outside in the weather then it setting there with a tarp or car cover on it. Best to obviously store inside a shop or buy or build a carport atleast. This all said if I could afford or wanted to spend the money one of those car capsules look pretty sweet. There expensive and also theyd look funny as heck setting outside your house 😄 a car setting inside a big bubble in my neighborhood would get people talking and laughing, I'd never live it down.

[@MADMAXautosport]

Well done for such a helpful video

[@Bhpcars]

glad you liked it

[@LouisODwyer]

Hi, nice video! I have a 2009 BMW Z4 E89 S-Drive. What size cover should I buy? Many thanks, Louis in France.

[@Bhpcars]

Red is the fastest colour :D

[@grahamdowler9356]

Hi, does this make much noise when on? Great video, very good test.

[@Bhpcars]

Nope not really just 2 PC fans whirring... the trees behind and the sea make more noise

[@grahamdowler9356]

@@Bhpcars perfect thanks, just conscious of not annoying the neighbour's

[@mjhmotorsport]

Do you have a link to the Carcoon you bought please? thanks

[@Bhpcars]

Sorry I did not see this... it is a size 4 and outdoor

[@qKuez]

hello, what sort electricity consumption does it to take to run the carcoon.

[@Bhpcars]

no idea... it is not much... runs 2 little 12v fans

[@kaileshpatel2882]

Excellent video, I am going to get it to arrest the rust in my rustbucket MG Midget

[@Bhpcars]

hahaha thanks :D

[@farooqahmed9882]

How much is it to run one off these

[@willbennett1949]

Is there a suitable gap to keep the power pack inside? Or is it weather proof? Thanks for a great video

[@Bhpcars]

The power pack goes inside the carcoon

[@willbennett1949]

@@Bhpcars thanks so there's a gap for the cable or does the zip need to be left open? Would you mind taking a photo when you have a chance, please

[@Bhpcars]

@@willbennett1949 I actually have the main cable coming in through a small gap in the 2 zips where they overlap. I cant take a photo as I am away for a few days... There are lots of other videos on my channel I think where I may show how I do it.

[@sweepdreams]

Love the hard top

[@FocusDriver100]

How much power does it use?

[@Bhpcars]

Very little... it is just 2 12v fans :-)

[@bobbyyu7199]

Do you think mice can break in or bite that easily?

[@Bhpcars]

Its been up nearly 3 years and no problems :D

[@shazman15]

Very informative!!

[@Bhpcars]

Thanks :D

[@richardjackson5380]

Update please

[@Bhpcars]

have a look at the other videos :D done quite a few updates :D

[@spencerdasilva]

So I see you say its 2 fans, but is that it? Where is the source of the air coming from? Outside air? is there no dehumidifier somewhere?

[@Bhpcars]

Yup thats it... 2 fans sucking air in

[@midnightsunturbo]

Interesting that outside air is being pumped into the carcoon yet no rust on test metal. Why is that?

[@leobarr-climberextraordina8923]

Charger needs to be elevated in case water gets in, or put in a bucket.

[@PTpublisher]

Hi mate! Nice video. How loud is the fan? I'm planning on using this on my driveway, but I live in a cul de sac and don't want to dirturb my next door neighbours, especially during the night. Regards Thank you

[@Bhpcars]

Hi, its like 2 PC fans running. You can hardly hear them in my opinion...

[@PTpublisher]

@@Bhpcars That' great! Thanks for the reply.

[@oshkosh850.]

the rust could be on it from you handling it with your hands b4 you put it in there. salt in the oil from your hands

[@ricbonnici4878]

Hi is the carcoon noisy when it is running like late at night can you hear it, would it disturb the neighbours cheers

[@Bhpcars]

Nah it is 2 small fans... I cant hear it really

[@bio10155]

How does it fair up with our occasional UK storms - specifically high winds? I may look into one of these for outside use as I'll be away for a good 6+ months. Alternatively I will have to get a tailored car cover which to be honest I don't want as I prefer non-contact. Cheers.

[@Bhpcars]

Well, I get hammered by storms as I am only a few meters from the south coast. For the first 3 years I use to leave it and all is well... Recently I tend to take the car out of the outdoor carcoon in big storms purely so I can sleep at night. It will never replace a garage but it is close

[@bio10155]

@@Bhpcars Thanks for the reply. If you have any other tips to give for setting up and leaving it whilst away for the long duration - I’ll appreciate it . 👍

[@Bhpcars]

@@bio10155 double loop the fan cable and leave some slack... mention my video when you order :D

[@bio10155]

@@Bhpcars will do 😊

[@wrekfm6263]

how do you fix and know if there is an air leak...or if someone poke it with sharp objects

[@Bhpcars]

If there is a big enough air leak it wont inflate but it would have to be pretty big as the vent in teh back you open to dry the car is big>>> If you need to repair it duct tape works well or send it back to carcoon for repairs

[@sanjoe1246]

I have a z4 2011 e89 what size you bought in the website they recommend size 4.

[@Bhpcars]

This is a size 4 (sorry for the slow reply)

[@davidmunns4195]

@bhpcars... how long did it take for your carcoon to arrive?? I'm not getting any replies from carcoon etc and no update of delivery. Think you should throw a moisture reader in the carcoon just out of interest ;) Let us know if you do

[@Bhpcars]

David Munns only took a few days to arrive. Just give them a call amd see what they say. Moisture read..... I like that

[@davidmunns4195]

@@Bhpcars just called, and will be with me.monday!! Look forward to it :) I'll be throwing damp meter in mine so will keep you posted bud Cheers

[@Bhpcars]

Ah brilliant :-) let me know :-)

[@LonelyPickle-m4r]

How much did yours cost to run? I have one and I'm finding it really power hungry, my electricity usage has doubled, its using around 402kwh of power every month! I'm trying to ascertain if this is normal or if mine is faulty?

[@Bhpcars]

NO idea how much it costs but it is only 2 very small fans... Ithink they are even 12v. Contact carcoon direct and see what they say

[@QuantumMuch]

I can’t get one for a Subaru :/

[@supercaradventures2219]

Are you still using the Carcoon and getting good results?

[@richardthornhill5563]

Hi, what size carcoon did you buy for the zed ..thanks

[@Bhpcars]

I think it was a size 4

[@MGRracing]

What keeps it inflated?

[@mistersniffer6838]

Yur mum'z lyps!!

[@jeffreyabbey9592]

Thanks for this.

[@braddeicide]

Camera is focusing great, on the road.

[@Bhpcars]

HAHAH true

[@Something160]

Hi. Could you please measure the percentage of humidity in the air inside the balloon?

[@Bhpcars]

Hiya I dont think I have the equipment to do that

[@csllover]

How much was the car scratched though?

[@Bhpcars]

no scratches what so ever... it goes in clean....

[@premsworldfamily6616]

How has it been since do you see any rust on the metal inside the carcoon?

[@Bhpcars]

It is like the day I put the Z4 in there... nearly 2 years on :D It is great :D

[@premsworldfamily6616]

Sorry I meant the little cuts of metal that you did for the test how have the performed?

[@Bhpcars]

@@premsworldfamily6616 the one inside is still inside... I will do another I the next week or so if you like ;-)

[@premsworldfamily6616]

BHP Cars yeh would be good as I was thinking of get a outdoor cover but never thought about the moisture etc...

[@Bhpcars]

@@premsworldfamily6616 an outdoor cover is ok but it it will rub the paint and to be honest it can make the rust quicker.. as it holds in moisture

[@dillanmistry]

I rate this guy for his Beamer

[@Bhpcars]

thanks :D

[@fabulyon]

Very interesting, thanks for the vid! I have 2 questions please: - during the summer, I m afraid of how much the temperature could increase in it. Did you measure it? - is it possible to enter into the carcoon, close it, and do some job onto the car? (Enough space...) Thx!

[@Bhpcars]

No idea how hot it gets inside there but it cant be any hotter than the sun beating down on a metal object... and no you cant get inside the carcoon to do work on the vehicle

[@BIGGEST786]

Where can I get 1 For BMW e91 3 series

[@Bhpcars]

I would go to carcoon directly they will tell you all the sizes you need. Also please mention our videos :D

[@waheex]

this is brilliant

[@Bhpcars]

Thanks :D

[@gerrymcerlean8432]

There are two comments one could make about your test: 1 A carcoon will protect your car just as well as a garage. or 2. A garage will protect your car just as well as a carcoon.

[@Bhpcars]

Hahah yeah that is true but not all garages are as good as mine and also others may not have a garage at all :D

[@2lomp]

Hi, what size bubble is that, as they list them, 2, 3, 4. the reason I ask is I have the large bike size but have two motorcycles and are looking at putting them both in a car size carcoon side by side, thanx.

[@Bhpcars]

I got a size 4

[@benoregan4623]

Interesting video, but you can jump to 11:30 to save 11 and a half minutes of your valuable time.

[@bkehlin]

Get yourself some Damp Rid buckets. Keep them inside with the car.

[@Legomygreggo]

Great video

[@Bhpcars]

Thanks!

[@valtito9297]

touching the metal can cause rust. it happens to all swords.

[@Bhpcars]

That is interesting to know, thanks

[@Lix198606]

Good video bro

[@Bhpcars]

Thanks

[@Smiley__San7]

How do you protect the plug socket? Is that inside the cover?

[@Bhpcars]

I have put mine inside the cover :D

[@emilyloor5227]

Why not use a Dri-Z-air dehumidifier in the carcoon?

[@Bhpcars]

Cant see why not... it works well enough as it is though

[@basementracer]

LOL, looks like you should have just left it in the garage mate.

[@MLB9000]

So basically a video that asks the question 'is water wet?'

[@Bhpcars]

sure

[@nquirey723]

Coop? I believe that's what chickens live in. Behave.

[@2jj-k3x]

What size do have

[@Bhpcars]

Hiya it is a size 4

[@MLB9000]

I was actually expecting the one in the Carcoon to be more rusted than the one outside and the one in the garage, otherwise why would you bother making a video about it?

[@Fluterra]

Why would you title this video as you did? It doesn’t make any sense. You actually like the Carcoon. So why warn “watch this first!”?

[@Bhpcars]

Its KZbin....

[@gchsbus]

I TOLD MY GIRLFRIEND we should get one of these carcoons and ask her to set up a bed and living space in it and then she can stay in it for 30 days because when she comes out. She will look just a beautiful and ageless. She told me it does not work on humans. Oops!

[@charlie_s1625]

Rotting ? u mean rusting lol

[@Bhpcars]

rot and rust... same thing

[@SuperHATCH11]

Great video but everyone you expose the cartoon metal to the outside air you're exposing it to moisture so not really a valid test

[@Bhpcars]

It still shows that the carcoon is better than outside... obviously it is not a lab experiment

[@DownhillAllTheWay]

"It does have a little bit of rust on it" - so you compare it with the outside one, not with the one from the garage. It seems to me you're desperate to show how good the carcoon is. "You can see the difference, so the Carcoon is definnitely doing something" It's keeping more weather out than without any protection. Duh! Are you an agent? Are they sponsoring you?

[@Bhpcars]

My garage has heaters in it so I am not surprised. If I was leaving the car outside then you can see how much the carcoon has helped and imagine how good the indoor carcoon would be... No not an agent or even sponsored by carcoon. Just someone showing there experience. Cant really see your problem

[@DownhillAllTheWay]

@@Bhpcars Thank you. That's really what I was curious about - whether it was as good as a garage, but at 11:35, you got the steel angle from the Carcoon and compared it with the one from outside - and I was not even slightly surprised that it showed that putting your car in the carcoon was better than leaving it standing outside - but although you put the three pieces of angle together so the viewer could look at them, you didn't say anything about the Carcoon/garage comparison, and the video wasn't really clear enough, with light reflecting from the angles, to do a critical visual inspection. You talked about the Carcoon/outside comparison, but not the Carcoon/garage comparison. I must say, though, that the appearance of the Carcoon seems like an invitation for vandalism. Anything that looks a bit different. I can just see that lots of kids would think it funny to slash it.

[@Bhpcars]

@@DownhillAllTheWay I have done some other updates I think so maybe you can get a feel for the comparison :D Luckily I live in a good area and the carcoon is tucked out of sight so in the 3 years I have had it there has not been any issues with vandals. I am also about 100m from the beach so we get hit with some pretty terrible weather. If I had the perfect set up the Z4 would be in one of my other garages but I am currently building a kit car in one, got bikes in one and another kit car in the other... I think I accidentally left the carcoon steel out overnight and rust formed almost instantly..

[@Dg-zj6jo]

Ha what a name car negro should been called

[@Bhpcars]

I think it is a play on cocoon....