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Originally Posted by Davidej M
Do I really need a cover on the front of our Newmar38' DP when traveling to Alaska?
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Did a caravan last summer.
Can't say I had any issue with the front end other than the windshield.
Tip, when approaching a construction zone (stretch of gravel) look ahead as far as you can see. If you see a semi or big truck coming, stop and wait for them to exit the gravel before you carry on. These guys drive like mad men and love to toss rocks at you. If you let them come out of the gravel, you Will save your windshield. Mine was perfect until we were on our way home coming into Whitehorse, about 1/2 mile from our CG, met a gravel truck coming toward us on a four lane paved road and Bam. DS windshield cracked.
You would do well to remove your full width mud flap and leave the two behind the rear duals. I ditched mine in Whitehorse after having my toad showered with tiny stone every day. Our wagon master suggested removing the flap and low and behold, no more stones on the toad. This after I had raised the flap to a minimum of 6" off the ground. Still would hit the ground on some of the dips and cause stones to fly up.
You need to have some type of protection for the front of your toad. I used a Blueox Karguard and custom windshield cover. Did a good job but the ultimate of all the toads in our group was the full front end cover. They are about $400 to buy but will save your toad from any rock damage and believe me there are rocks. Half our group had nothing and lost both headlights and destroyed their windshields.
Tow Car Shield
After all this, don't get in a hurry. Take your time and enjoy the ride. There are some rough spots especially in the Yukon before the AK border that can do some damage unless you slow down.
Great trip, enjoy.