A little bird problem
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From: West Springfield MA
Originally Posted by ralper,May 15 2007, 12:00 AM
If I'm understanding you correctly, the problem should solve itself in the next week, is that correct?
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From: Randolph, NJ
Originally Posted by Conedodger,May 15 2007, 07:28 AM
I'm surprised no one has seen the obvious.
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Cut the tree down.
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Cut the tree down.
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From: Mish-she-gan
Originally Posted by Dr. T,May 14 2007, 11:05 PM
A couple of you have suggested using a car cover. That's really is not a good idea. Why? Your car needs to be washed and clean before covering it up. Otherwise, you run the risk of scratching the paint because both the car and soon the inside of the car cover will have dirt on it. That not so good when covering or uncovering the car.
Car covers are great for long term storage - inside or out - or garage storage but only after it's been cleaned.
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From: Philly (Narberth)
Originally Posted by ralper,May 15 2007, 08:00 AM
We have quite a number of trees lining the driveway and in the immediate area. I haven't got a clue about which tree the nest is in.
I hate to be a contrarian, Rob, but maybe you should just cut all of 'em down along the driveway. 
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From: Philly (Narberth)
Originally Posted by dlq04,May 15 2007, 10:12 AM
....A couple of you have suggested using a car cover. That's really is not a good idea. Why? Your car needs to be washed and clean before covering it up. .....
Car covers are great for long term storage - inside or out - or garage storage but only after it's been cleaned.
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From: Smalltown
Originally Posted by pask2
Others have told me that using a car cover OUTSIDE is never a good idea. The wind will rub the finish at many points of contact....assuming you live in any area with strong breezes.
Depends on the car cover. Ours is a FITTED car cover, made for the S2000, and it's fine for outdoor use.
We have it on for months at a time, and our paint/finish looks great. It is NEVER put on unless the car has been freshly washed and also has a good coat of wax on it. Rick also uses is for a few days here and again when the pollen is nasty or cherry trees are losing their blooms. It doesn't go back on though, unless the car is washed.
A car cover would be a bit of a PIA for daily use, with the bird dropping issue. Constant washing of the car and the cover would be needed.