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The climate in Hawaii is pretty humid most of the year and especially on Kauai where Aukai is located; one of the wettest spots on the Planet. In addition, we are surrounded by salt water and the salt is blown around by trade winds most days so rust is a serious issue here. Keeping machines covered is just smart.
Thank you for all of the responses. I have not seen any condensation happening in the bags, there is not much of a temperature swing here. I work 48 hr shifts on one job, and a second job to afford my minor luxuries. There for the need for covers. I do not have an enclosed garage, so a lot of dust gets blown around also. I'll keep my eye on any condensation. If it breathes the salt will get through also. I have a 70 Chevelle that has had rust issues sitting in the garage as well.
I did wonder if those covers breathe, Aukai. I use cotton sheets to flow air and keep dust and airborne salt off the machines. Never thought about yard bags, though.
When I was stationed at Sub-base Pearl Harbor we never covered the machines but we did preform a ton of PM. Those big machines where pre WW II and had to keep them well oiled. The large hanger doors to the huge shop/s remained open with humid air flowing constantly. I suppose the salt would be of concern. I would get your garage closed in asap or PM's will become your third job.