Michelle- I think newer cars with the split fold-down rear seats and well-sealed trunks have fewer problems. It seems the trunk space gets dehumidified by the heat and a/c enough to prevent rust. I do keep the windows closed except when parked in hot sun, and haven't had any tool or wire corrosion problems with my last two cars, dating back to 1988. But I bring in my tuning tools every night. Lawrence Lawrence Becker, RPT Piano Technician University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music -----Original Message----- From: caut-bounces@ptg.org [mailto:caut-bounces@ptg.org] On Behalf Of Michelle Stranges Sent: Monday, November 14, 2005 10:25 AM To: College and University Technicians Subject: [CAUT] Tools in the car Hi folks.. Maybe it's me and my (more than a titch) anxiety/OCD but I am wondering about leaving gear out in my car regularly. Yeah- it could get stolen too. (I have insurance, but still...) Here's my question: My gear as well as all of ours, gets on the heavy side. I'm lazy. Most nights I *do* bring it in the house- and mostly out of concern of theft and my accu-cheater getting damaged by the temperature. But I am wondering if all my expensive tools might not apprieciate the same consideration? Can these become damaged/rusted/??? Should I just make a habit of bringing my gear in every night? I leave strings and stringing tools outside all the time- but I'm now wondering about all these as well. I know LOTS of people who regularly leave their stuff in the car. Anyone? :) yours- stranges _______________________________________________ caut list info: https://www.moypiano.com/resources/#archives
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