Camper covers?

[ALStensby]

Hey, everyone. Figured I'd delve in to the great depths of knowledge of everyone once again since I know of several who have them and might have covers. Crysti and I have a pop-up camper that we obviously won't be using over the Winter here in MN. No need to store it, but I'd like to be able to cover it while it stays outside. I'd like to get something a bit better than just a large tarp and am looking at actual fitted covers.

So my question is if anyone has any input on them? What materials work best? Tight or loose fit? Etc. Any input would be really appreciated!

BTW, it sits outside all year. Direct sun exposure in the Summer and then the bitter cold and snow in the Winter.

[Jake '53]

I think I'd go for the factory finished aluminum cover.

[ALStensby]

Originally Posted by Jake '53

I think I'd go for the factory finished aluminum cover.

I can put it in my garage, but then it's a tight fit between it, the cars and the bikes. Granted, the bikes won't really be going in and out. lol

[WyldStreak]

I'm kind of fighting the same thing, Adam. I'm trying to find a cover for our Class C, and not doing too well. I've looked at the custom covers, as well as the available tarps, but haven't found what I think I'm looking for yet.

Right now, I've just got a tarp from Harbor Freight covering the thing. So far, it's worked well, but I've also got it tied down so it doesn't flap about in the winds.

Personally, I think the snug cover idea is best. Less chance of it flapping in the wind, less chance of something getting underneath it, less chance of tearing a hole on a sharp corner or piece, etc. . . but I have been known to be wrong in the past. . . .

[trikebubble]

And what's wrong with a tarp? Too redneck engineered for you uppity folks over there?

I have no idea really, as we use a big old tarp up here in the frozen tundra.

[NCDave]

I'd just use a good quality tarp and probably put some space underneath it, like with blocks of wood or something. Harbor Freight sells some different grades of tarps.

Try moving the cars out of the garage and leave the bikes and camper inside. Toys are ALWAYS more important than cars!

[ALStensby]

Originally Posted by trikebubble

And what's wrong with a tarp? Too redneck engineered for you uppity folks over there?

I know a few people who've used tarps and had moisture issues down the road. Not all of them, but enough where I figure it's worth a few extra bucks

Originally Posted by NCDave

I'd just use a good quality tarp and probably put some space underneath it, like with blocks of wood or something. Harbor Freight sells some different grades of tarps.

Try moving the cars out of the garage and leave the bikes and camper inside. Toys are ALWAYS more important than cars!

I can actually fit it in there with both bikes and cages. Did it last Winter. But, it limits some of the mobility in the back and my access to my tools. It'll be outside full time after I get some rock down under it next Summer so I'll need/want a cover anyhow.

[gnomad]

Did you ever look into having it shrink wrapped? That will give you the best protection.

[Lobocop]

I would suggest a standard tarp would do as well as any custom made cover, but strongly recommend having something to allow a little air space between the tarp and camper. Moisture will eat your camper alive with wood rot & rust, even through condensation ... give it a little air to breathe and saving yourself lots of grief later.

[W-P Bill]

About moisture control.

Not a camper, but for a track-dog convertible with a leaky cover that's parked outside all winter under a car cover, I use one of these air dryers designed for long term boat storage. Voila! No more botany projects in the spring when I break the ragtop out of hibernation.



West Marine: Air Dryer Dehumidifier Product Display