RV covers

KTM Guy · 04-22-2010, 11:31 PM

What do the veterans think about using an RV cover to keep the sun and wet off the coach when stored? I waxed my Winslow this week and would rather not repeat the experience soon. A local RV dealer told me that a cover can trap heat and cause ceiling delamination.

Endeavor2BnC · 04-23-2010, 05:39 AM

I don't know about trapping the heat, sounds logical but I'd be more worried about the damage that the flapping in the wind would cause. You'll never get it super tight and the rubbing would be more of a worry. I'm using as an example the front bra on our rig and the marks that are there.

Then you have the hastle of taking it off and putting it back on when you're done. Just MHO.

Jim Stewart · 04-23-2010, 05:46 AM

KTM, Veterans don't use covers!

And that's all I got to say about thaaat!

hardy1000 · 04-23-2010, 06:52 AM

I have used covers on my last 2 MH's with no problems at all. The only thing I see is a risk of falling off the top while covering it. I have a 40 Diplomat that I had cut and buffed and I wax myself and I can tell you from years of experience of covering that there has been no rubbing. I think that rubbing comes from using a bra on your car while driving not a RV cover. It is very nice to not have to clean black streaks when I'm ready to leave.

Just my humble opinion.

Dmiles · 04-23-2010, 07:22 AM

Covers???....Covers???....We don't need no stinking covers!

rockintom · 04-23-2010, 08:59 AM

I've not experienced using a cover as we FT. Just reading about them, it sounds like one of those things like the slide awnings. Some swear at them and other swear by them. Just your personal preference. I've heard of mold issues in humid climates. rockin'

Campingman · 04-23-2010, 07:37 PM

It keeps the Blue Heron crap as well as the pine sap off. As far a chaffing the jury is still out.

BookIIRoadtrash · 04-24-2010, 07:43 AM

I use on on my tow vehicle and I purchased it at a specialty store over a parts house. The reason the materials it is made of breaths and lets moisture out. I do not have a problem from chaffing from wind movement. I have seen folks use these in storage areas for their fiver, so I have not seen or heard of any problems using a cover. Nothing wrong with wanting to keep your new freedom nice!!!

Bruce and Jenna · 04-24-2010, 09:01 AM

A little talcum powder will prevent chafing.

And when this tree fell on our MH, that cover didn't help at all!

**NLOVNIT** · 04-24-2010, 03:32 PM

A cover will protect your RV while in storage. They are relatively cheap compared to paying for inside storage somewhere or building a storage building. I would not put one on if just for inbetween RV trips. IMO it takes 2 people to put on & take off & is bulky/heavy. So I would only put one on for long-term storage.

We've used on on our coach for the past 3 winters & I will say it is a little worse for the wear although it has done it's job & kept our coach looking brand new. Please see my photos for the issues we encountered after the 1st winter it was on.

rockintom, I'm in the swear AT it camp.

Especially after I spent 1 winter sewing down all the patches that came unglued after the 2nd season. It took me forever because the needle would pick up the glue residue as it passed through the patch & I'd have to stop & clean it off with alcohol about every 5 or 6 passes. I had about 8-10 patches to do this with.

Lori-

BookIIRoadtrash · 04-24-2010, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by NLOVNIT

A cover will protect your RV while in storage. They are relatively cheap compared to paying for inside storage somewhere or building a storage building. I would not put one on if just for inbetween RV trips. IMO it takes 2 people to put on & take off & is bulky/heavy. So I would only put one on for long-term storage.

We've used on on our coach for the past 3 winters & I will say it is a little worse for the wear although it has done it's job & kept our coach looking brand new. Please see my photos for the issues we encountered after the 1st winter it was on.

rockintom, I'm in the swear AT it camp.

Especially after I spent 1 winter sewing down all the patches that came unglued after the 2nd season. It took me forever because the needle would pick up the glue residue as it passed through the patch & I'd have to stop & clean it off with alcohol about every 5 or 6 passes. I had about 8-10 patches to do this with.

Lori-

Us country boys with low IQs would take it to a canvas shop or a shoe repair man. The one I have is four years old and has no rips. When I purchased it it had a three year warranty. You do get what you pay for.

Bruce and Jenna · 04-25-2010, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by NLOVNIT

It took me forever because the needle would pick up the glue residue as it passed through the patch & I'd have to stop & clean it off with alcohol about every 5 or 6 passes.
Lori-

No wonder it took you so long, what with all that drinkin'.

rockintom · 04-25-2010, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Bruce and Jenna

No wonder it took you so long, what with all that drinkin'.

Lori,

I agree with Bruce on this one. And please remember I have lots of experience with drinking alcohol!!! Just ask my sponsor, Oak Poop. BTW I like the price of $1.87 here in CA!!! Not bad!!!