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03-09-2012, 03:13 PM
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Tarping your trailer question
I would be parking my trailer at work which is close to the water so it can get windy and with the salty air I was wondering if I should tarp/cover my trailer while not in use. Is there any advantages or disadvantages to tarping a trailer. Also, are there any tips on keeping the critters out of the trailer. I have heard cayenne pepper works.
Thanks for your help.
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03-09-2012, 03:56 PM
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One problem with tarping is the abrasion if any parts of the tarp are moving. It can also hold water and cause mold/mildew to grow.
Have not done it to ours but have seen friends with these problems.
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03-09-2012, 04:09 PM
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Been RV'ing for 38 years and have never covered any of our trailers, fifth-wheels or motor-homes and we live in the mid-west.
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03-09-2012, 07:12 PM
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Do not cover it. It's only going to multiply the corosion effects by keeping it wet longer and allowing the salt to continue to eat away at it. The rains will clean it off as well as an occasional fresh water hose should you have access.
Tarps do not breath and are like sand paper when rubbing against the unit. Give it a good coat of wax and some corrosion spray on the moving parts like stabilizers and such underneath and you'll be better off.
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03-09-2012, 09:25 PM
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We have been camping since 1969 and we have never covered one of our trailers. We live in North Idaho.
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03-09-2012, 10:36 PM
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Thank you for all the feedback. I have access to power and water at my work. Once in awhile I can bring it into the helicopter hanger when no one is looking and give it a good cleaning and wax. Unfortunately I can't keep it in the hanger permanantly. 
Thanks again.
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03-10-2012, 12:22 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Crewmaniacs
Thank you for all the feedback. I have access to power and water at my work. Once in awhile I can bring it into the helicopter hanger when no one is looking and give it a good cleaning and wax. Unfortunately I can't keep it in the hanger permanantly.
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my tenant who is an RV mechanic sold me on the ADCO cover....it aloows it to breathe and also will protect it from the UV rays. The one that I have is not completely waterproof but it does allow it to dry with the mould and mildew issue. You just have to cover the sharp edges so that it doesn't tear the fabric.
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03-11-2012, 11:25 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Crewmaniacs
Thank you for all the feedback. I have access to power and water at my work. Once in awhile I can bring it into the helicopter hanger when no one is looking and give it a good cleaning and wax. Unfortunately I can't keep it in the hanger permanantly.
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Just put propellers on top of it and tell people it is a new prototype helicopter 
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03-11-2012, 03:33 PM
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Covering works for us ....
Using a fitted RV cover is much different than just using a tarp. We have a semi custom CalMark brand cover, that fits really well, and has not caused any wear or moisture problems. Our trailer looks much nicer than other similar aged trailers in the same storage are that are not covered. We get it nice and clean before we cover it, and when the cover comes off it is shiny clean and ready to go. Also don't have to worry about minor leaks, mud wasps, or other flying critters ....
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03-11-2012, 11:09 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Crewmaniacs
I would be parking my trailer at work which is close to the water so it can get windy and with the salty air I was wondering if I should tarp/cover my trailer while not in use. Is there any advantages or disadvantages to tarping a trailer. Also, are there any tips on keeping the critters out of the trailer. I have heard cayenne pepper works.
Thanks for your help.
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I wouldn't tarp it. It can trap moisture under the tarp and will lead to mould and Mildew issues. I bought a ADCO cover for mine at Al's RV in Delta near the tunnel. It is supposed to allow any moisture to evaporate but yet protect the trailer. I am trying to find those pool noodles for swimming to cut up to cap the sharp edges before I cover it to prevent it from ripping the fabric.
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03-12-2012, 11:33 AM
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I have a $100 tarp you can have. We are getting 120km gusts right now. It is to many pieces to count.
Dave
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03-12-2012, 01:55 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Westerncanuck
I wouldn't tarp it. It can trap moisture under the tarp and will lead to mould and Mildew issues. I bought a ADCO cover for mine at Al's RV in Delta near the tunnel. It is supposed to allow any moisture to evaporate but yet protect the trailer. I am trying to find those pool noodles for swimming to cut up to cap the sharp edges before I cover it to prevent it from ripping the fabric.
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Ok so a tarp is out of thequestion. Are those Adco cover any good? Do I realy need to cover the trailer? I realize they are made to be outside in all kinds of weather but would it help in the long to have it covered?
As for noodles ( Toys r us ) or ( walmart )
Again thanks for all the tips.
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03-12-2012, 01:56 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SecretCoveDave
I have a $100 tarp you can have. We are getting 120km gusts right now. It is to many pieces to count.
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wow what a wind storm. And I forgot my kite at home.
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03-12-2012, 03:32 PM
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I keep mine covered with an Adco cover and will continue to do so until the day comes that I can put it in covered storage of some kind. I'm not so much concerned about the rain, but the Texas sun can be pretty harsh in the summer, and I want my trailer to stay looking new as long as possible.
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03-12-2012, 08:02 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Crewmaniacs
Ok so a tarp is out of thequestion. Are those Adco cover any good? Do I realy need to cover the trailer? I realize they are made to be outside in all kinds of weather but would it help in the long to have it covered?
As for noodles ( Toys r us ) or ( walmart )
Again thanks for all the tips.
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Al from Al's RV repair recommended the ADCO cover. It has zippers so that you can still access the TT. The one that I have is the one that they recommended for our climate and it is light weight so it supposed to be easy to install. I haven't installed it yet, I would prefer to wash the trailer and dry it before I put it on.
On the windstorm.....it was pretty wicked.....had power outage in our area so the wife and my daughter used the trailer...lol
Thanks for the tip on those noodles!!
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03-13-2012, 05:43 AM
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wow what a wind storm. And I forgot my kite at home. |
My Bad. Typing it was 102 kms wind. 
Dave
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03-13-2012, 04:28 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Crewmaniacs
Thank you for all the feedback. I have access to power and water at my work. Once in awhile I can bring it into the helicopter hanger when no one is looking and give it a good cleaning and wax. Unfortunately I can't keep it in the hanger permanantly.
Thanks again. |
Do you work for Heli-jet?
x2 on the Adco covers I got mine from Camping World for $235
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03-14-2012, 02:28 AM
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Quote:
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Do you work for Heli-jet?
x2 on the Adco covers I got mine from Camping World for $235
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No but they are one of my customers.
Their hanger is always full of Helicopters. No room for trailers. lol
How do you like your Adco cover? pros vs cons?
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03-14-2012, 10:05 AM
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I am only on my first season with mine but trailer is still nice and clean. I just slipped foam pipe insulation over my gutter spouts. I like how easy the cover was to put on. So far it is good and I think better than a tarp.
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03-17-2012, 07:40 PM
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Quote:
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No but they are one of my customers.
Their hanger is always full of Helicopters. No room for trailers. lol
How do you like your Adco cover? pros vs cons? |
Well, I got it on my TT. I had go on the roof in order to install it and I got help from my BIL. I could have done it myself....but much easier with a second set of hands. It has straps that goes underneath and keeps the sides from billowing out. The zippered section can be rolled up and velcrod at the top so you can have access to the inside. overall...it fits pretty well
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