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06-20-2014, 05:31 PM
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I'm very happy with my new ADCO Cover....
I think the pros strongly outweigh the cons on covering an RV - so I took the leap and I'm very pleased......
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06-20-2014, 08:09 PM
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ADCO makes a great cover...., especially the way they control the corners from flapping in the breeze. There are a couple of ADCO's on TT's where I store mine.
Are you able to handle the cover by yourself, or is it easier with two?
Bob
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06-20-2014, 08:45 PM
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Bob - It wasn't rolled properly from the factory so I had to fight with getting it positioned the first use. Properly re-packaged, you *should* be able to roll it out down the middle of the TT roof and unfold it over the sides. It will probably take me a time or two to get a rhythm.
My TT is low, short and narrow....an easy one man job
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06-20-2014, 08:49 PM
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Very nice!
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06-20-2014, 10:23 PM
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I like that tight fit that's just what I need when I store it at Pismo Beach. Between the wind and the sun that looks like the cover to get. Who did you order it from?
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06-21-2014, 04:47 AM
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Curious how extended rain gutters at the corners might affect ADCO's durability. I imagine them punching through over time. Thoughts?
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06-21-2014, 04:53 AM
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I'd been watching / shopping them for awhile and knew what I wanted. One day I lucked out to find Camping World had my size on sale for 40% off (I'm starting to sound like the DW)
You'd be lucky to find them in-stock....mine was drop-shipped from Adco. They advertised 4-6 weeks delivery....mine took 8 and I missed winter snow and ice altogether
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06-21-2014, 05:01 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Moosiedad
Curious how extended rain gutters at the corners might affect ADCO's durability. I imagine them punching through over time. Thoughts?
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ADCO includes "gutter socks" of padded material with tie cords especially for elongated gutters. The cover over the propane tank / tongue jack is actually extra padding for the roof air conditioner (I have in-wall A/C so it's come in handy for protecting my fabric propane cover from UV damage and growing legs ).
They openly advise you to pad any sharp corners and they include matching patch fabric for you to patch or reinforce damage / at risk areas.
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06-21-2014, 10:09 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Threebutchers
ADCO includes "gutter socks" of padded material with tie cords especially for elongated gutters.
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Nice! Sounds like they thought of everything. I might just start shopping these now, ahead of the next winter season.
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07-01-2014, 10:17 PM
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what model did you get?
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07-02-2014, 06:22 AM
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It's the ADACO Designer Series SFS Aquashed - Part #52238 (up to 15')....perfect for my 154BH
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07-09-2014, 08:53 AM
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If you read the reviews on amazon, many of them say the cover didn't last a season. Two to three at the most. I would be very disappointed if I spent that kind of money and the cover didn't make it through the first winter. Can anyone speak to the durability of these covers? If I'm gonna need a new one every year, I'm just gonna to to Job Lot and buy an inexpensive tarp to cover it for the winter.
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07-09-2014, 09:29 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by KiltDog
If you read the reviews on amazon, many of them say the cover didn't last a season. Two to three at the most. I would be very disappointed if I spent that kind of money and the cover didn't make it through the first winter. I'm just gonna to to Job Lot and buy an inexpensive tarp to cover it for the winter.
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Just do what Threebutchers did:
#1 Buy the correct size to begin with
#2 Tighten it up properly and it's good for many seasons.
His is done so neatly you could mail it!
If you do a search on this forum you'll find that a multi purpose tarp is a bad idea.
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07-09-2014, 10:13 AM
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exactly! if you were wearing baby jeans, they would not last a season either!
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07-09-2014, 11:54 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Socalken
exactly! if you were wearing baby jeans, they would not last a season either!
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I don't get this. Are you saying they don't last because people buy a size that is too small? Adco has quite a range of sizes listed for each cover.
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07-09-2014, 12:21 PM
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no I was making a point, badly I might add, that you need to find the right size for your trailer. there are a lot of covers being sold online that are general or 1 size fits all kind of thing....
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07-09-2014, 12:56 PM
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And the tarp traps water and you get condensation between the tarp and the roof and by spring time the roof needs a good scrubbing. Any movement from the tarp will dull the finish and same to he decals. It may smell musty inside because the tarp won't breath.
Now this is not from me but from other members who have posted their likes and dislikes.
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