shasta1400
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Post by shasta1400 on May 27, 2015 13:33:02 GMT -8
Was wonder what those of you that do not have a garage do to cover your trailer. Been looking at different cover options and wanted to know what works for you.
I would be covering a 73 shasta 1400.... anyone ever use one of those generic covers they are selling on ebay and amazon?
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Post by Ten on May 27, 2015 19:02:53 GMT -8
I have bought one of those covers, but have not put it on yet. I think it will work out much better than a tarp or other covering that requires tying it down. The bungies and rope knots have always reaked hell with the paint finish, and by the way the s-hooks on the bungies can wear clean through the aluminum. I'm planning to use it this summer after the work is pretty much done, and may use a plastic dropcloth to cover just the roof underneath. I do not want lots of condensation and we live in a swamp, so the plastic should only cover the vents and the top edge of the doorframe. the generic cover should take care of the rest.
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Post by shasta1400 on May 28, 2015 7:30:52 GMT -8
What size did you get? What trailer are you covering?
Thanks
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Post by Ten on May 28, 2015 19:51:05 GMT -8
I have a 16SC, 1970 model. Same as the 1400 only 2 feet longer. If I remember rightly I ordered the one for the "Continental/SC16" model. Like I say I haven't tried it for fit. They seem to always have one offered for the 1400 size though. Personally I had decided to spend the extra and get the more expensive one. Even at $140, I would rather have a garage......
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Post by mobiltec on May 28, 2015 19:55:56 GMT -8
A fabric cover will wear your paint off. As stated the grommets and S hooks will wreak havoc with the aluminum. A stationary metal cover or a tent type with a frame is the best way to go if your trailer is not sealed up properly yet.
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Post by John Palmer on May 28, 2015 20:55:27 GMT -8
A fabric cover will wear your paint off. As stated the grommets and S hooks will wreak havoc with the aluminum. A stationary metal cover or a tent type with a frame is the best way to go if your trailer is not sealed up properly yet. X2, Fully agree.
And the sun UV rays will turn it to shreds in a short period.
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shasta1400
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Post by shasta1400 on Jun 4, 2015 13:59:27 GMT -8
Grrr.... I would cause a neighborhood riot if I install a tent garage in my yard for my nasty shasty... HAHAHA, I would have better luck with a goat on a chain to mow the lawn...
Well garage is not an option... A fabric cover has to be better than nothing right? Heck I painted the big rolling turd with spray paint... not like I cant spray paint it again right?
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Post by vikx on Jun 4, 2015 22:03:54 GMT -8
I keep covers on mine under the shelter. The dust and debris really irritates me on a brand "new" trailer. Haven't had any rubs or trouble with them. Mine are mostly canned hams; we're using the R-pod 150 covers. I think paint damage with a cover may depend on the amount of wind and harshness of the sun....
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