Winter storage opinions

[Unicorn Driver]

Originally Posted by NC25T

Easier does not mean better

Back it in and protect the entire roof

The only downside to backing in, is if you need to work on the engine and it’s raining...... otherwise I see no reason to park how you do.

Originally Posted by hohenwald48

Also, if you back in you may get a little solar heat thru the windshield.

Thanks both, I am going to back it in next time I move it. I will see if some part of the drivers window lines up with the vertical beams to use as a guide.

I only have this storage since last April and notice the coach is much cooler in summer, before it was parked outside in the summer and in a barn in winter.

[Gordon Dewald]

I would back it in for the winter for sure. Placing blocks at the proper distance will give you reference for future storage. Unfortunately you would drive over the blocks to store in nose in during the summer.

I really like the idea of backing it in and then having a tarp for the opening. The blocks will give you a line as well as stopping you at the correct distance. Not as difficult as backing into a camping site. I would hang the tarp and then drive a couple tent pegs in to attach a ratchet/tarp strap or bungee cord to keep the tarp from abrading the finish on the front.

[Unicorn Driver]

Originally Posted by Gordon Dewald

I would back it in for the winter for sure. Placing blocks at the proper distance will give you reference for future storage. Unfortunately you would drive over the blocks to store in nose in during the summer.

I really like the idea of backing it in and then having a tarp for the opening. The blocks will give you a line as well as stopping you at the correct distance. Not as difficult as backing into a camping site. I would hang the tarp and then drive a couple tent pegs in to attach a ratchet/tarp strap or bungee cord to keep the tarp from abrading the finish on the front.

Blocks are a great idea. I have some already at the storage.

I will ask the storage if I can put pegs in the ground.

One of the problem with backing in is the bay is fairly narrow, I once damaged a mirror reversing out.

[Campasaurus]

In picture a/c shroud looks close to rafter. If space has slope,could get closer in rear.

[Unicorn Driver]

Originally Posted by Campasaurus

In picture a/c shroud looks close to rafter. If space has slope,could get closer in rear.

Well spotted. I will double check the height of the back before reversing in.

[Podivin]

Back when I lived where it got really cold, my goal was always to have the engine the most protected part of any auto. So in this case I would park it just like you have it in the pictures.
BUT, that was on vehicles that I drove daily and needed to know they would start when I needed them to.
If the RV is going to be sitting for months, then backing it in might be better both for snow load on the roof and for easier access to the engine (well, under the hood - the engine is really under the doghouse inside) when it comes time to start it.

[Unicorn Driver]

Originally Posted by Podivin

Back when I lived where it got really cold, my goal was always to have the engine the most protected part of any auto. So in this case I would park it just like you have it in the pictures.
BUT, that was on vehicles that I drove daily and needed to know they would start when I needed them to.
If the RV is going to be sitting for months, then backing it in might be better both for snow load on the roof and for easier access to the engine (well, under the hood - the engine is really under the doghouse inside) when it comes time to start it.

I hear you on the daily drivers. Here in Michigan we keep them in an attached charge which does not get much below 32 f on even the coldest days (-6f this week). Also have a remote start for when parked outside :-)

I like the idea of having it parked front out in case of an engine issue.

[Unicorn Driver]

Still have not had moved the coach due to snow. It was 44f yesterday and will be 50f today but raining all day. May try to move it after work.

[grindstone01]

I will swim against the main stream on this one. I would park the front as far in as possible with the bumper to the wall. This way you are protecting the motor/cab from sun fade and blowing snow, the most valuable part of the vehicle. The other thought is if you need to work on the front of the vehicle, just tow it back 2-3 ft (it shouldn't be that often)

[Unicorn Driver]

Originally Posted by grindstone01

I will swim against the main stream on this one. I would park the front as far in as possible with the bumper to the wall. This way you are protecting the motor/cab from sun fade and blowing snow, the most valuable part of the vehicle. The other thought is if you need to work on the front of the vehicle, just tow it back 2-3 ft (it shouldn't be that often)

That's definitely an idea.

I have it left away from the wall in case I need to get at the battery. I normally use the emergency start but once have had to jump it using a portable.

[Unicorn Driver]

I finally got to reverse it in today, a bit of chore but finally got it done.

It's going to snow again tomorrow so will see how much rests on the roof.



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