Trailer cover

[Bruce-HILO]

If you take a piece of styrofoam from something that was shipped to you and smash it on the sharp edges, I bet it would make your cover last longer. That's what I do.

Sounds like a good approach. My technique has been to wrap rags around some of the sharp spots conducive to that.

 

[Wrascal]

A Dutchman in Trailer talk is kind of like Lincoln or Cadillac in car talk. If that's all their asking, I'd jump on that like stink on stuff. Sounds like a good deal though.

Bear


I'm thinking that was meant as a compliment - but only if you believe in the brand. I gave up GM products in the mid 80's and have lived quite happily since changing allegiances.
Anyone else attest (or condemn) the brand?


Now back to the subject (covers) ... today I was in camping world, looking to spread $200 for a cover. After about 10 min looking for help I gave up and left. Other than a door greeter I never spoke to an employee. Inside I only found one employee who was busy with another customer. Where were all the others?

I'll order one on-line.

 

[Bruce-HILO]

It seems to me that you'd need the larger of the two covers.

My reasoning is ... your stated (measured?) box is 23.5' and the smaller cover only goes up to 22.5".

I'm looking at the smaller cover as my box is approx. 20' on my 2001 camper (2401TD) which has an overall length of 24' (measured rear bumper to tongue). My box is 20' + 3' tongue + 1' rear bumper = 24'.

If my intuition is correct then your model 2705T means that your 2005 model year campers overall length is 27'. Subtracting a comparable 4' (for overhangs) and you'd come back to a box size of about 23'.

The model number that fits the 27T is 12253.

 

[Wrascal]

Last night, while the employees of my local Camping World were smokin' & jokin' in the employees break room I went to their non-stop internet sight.

Maybe all of five min to order (and charge) this cover: http://www.campingworld.com/shoppin...railers-up-to-22-5-fits-up-to-24-model-/49136

$181 delivered.

 

[Wrascal]

From #16 (above)

2003 26' Dutchman w/ LOTS of extras (asking $8250).


He's now down to $7495.

There is also an 04 Forest River, very similar in amenities and same 26 foot. I think he wanted $8200. Also willing to trade, wonder if he'd like an older HiLo?

Now that I have my HiLo, I'm in no hurry to see where these two go - but if either drops to $6000 I'll give them a call.

Note: I looked/waited 5 years before I purchased this HiLo.
Patience, GrassHopper.

Back on topic: UPS advises my new cover will be delivered Friday.

 

[Mel Goddard]

In nursing sob means short of breath. In the context of camping sob means some other brand.

In Aviation, it means "souls on board"; to avoid confusion if the plane goes down with a cadaver on board.

 

[Mel Goddard]

It seems to me that you'd need the larger of the two covers.

My reasoning is ... your stated (measured?) box is 23.5' and the smaller cover only goes up to 22.5".

I'm looking at the smaller cover as my box is approx. 20' on my 2001 camper (2401TD) which has an overall length of 24' (measured rear bumper to tongue). My box is 20' + 3' tongue + 1' rear bumper = 24'.

If my intuition is correct then your model 2705T means that your 2005 model year campers overall length is 27'. Subtracting a comparable 4' (for overhangs) and you'd come back to a box size of about 23'.

So what length would be better for outside Winter Storage? Covering the box, or the whole shebang? I've had my 2308C in a shed for a few years now, and it looks like this next winter, (in Canada) I'll be storing it outside.
Next question is: How can I lower or raise the box, when the batteries will be out for the Winter? In the shed, I had a plug in charger set for one hour a day, but now........no AC available for that.

 

[Mel Goddard]

This coming Winter, I'll be storing the 2308C outside for the first time. anybody got any info on how these ADCO covers will stand the 'gaff'?
Also; how can I lower/raise the box when the batteries will be out for the winter?

 

[JackandJanet]

This coming Winter, I'll be storing the 2308C outside for the first time. anybody got any info on how these ADCO covers will stand the 'gaff'?
Also; how can I lower/raise the box when the batteries will be out for the winter?

Manually, or, add wiring or jumper cables so that you can connect an external battery to the positive and ground cables in the trailer. It's fairly easy, actually. I'd go the jumper cable route.

- Jack

 

[C317414]

In Aviation, it means "souls on board"; to avoid confusion if the plane goes down with a cadaver on board.

A buddy of mine used to fly charters for a small outfit in Louisiana. They often would do flights to transport cadavers for local mortuaries. He told me that he always specified the number of SOBs on the flight plan and would also specify the number of dead ones in the remarks section. He wanted to make sure that in case of an accident the responders, investigators, etc, would know how many total (dead and alive) were aboard.

He also told me that it was spooky flying with cadavers in body bags. They often tended to move around with the changes in air pressure.

 

[sam-HILO]

I live in Niagara Falls,NY. You weather is just as brutal as ours. I would invest in a good sunbrella cover. It will be expensive but worth it to keep the HiLo protected.

 

[Mel Goddard]

Manually, or, add wiring or jumper cables so that you can connect an external battery to the positive and ground cables in the trailer. It's fairly easy, actually. I'd go the jumper cable route.

- Jack

I was afraid of that. I kinda thought the same way, but was looking for an easier way.

 

[Mel Goddard]

A buddy of mine used to fly charters for a small outfit in Louisiana. They often would do flights to transport cadavers for local mortuaries. He told me that he always specified the number of SOBs on the flight plan and would also specify the number of dead ones in the remarks section. He wanted to make sure that in case of an accident the responders, investigators, etc, would know how many total (dead and alive) were aboard.

He also told me that it was spooky flying with cadavers in body bags. They often tended to move around with the changes in air pressure.

Hee, Heee, Heeee! They DO don't they!

 

[Mel Goddard]

I was afraid of that. I kinda thought the same way, but was looking for an easier way.

Actually, I think it's about time for me to trade my HiLo in for an Airstream.
The HiLo is a great little RV for what it is, but I prefer a more comfortable bed to sleep in.
Also the shape of the Airstream lends itself to more stability in high winds, as well as more aerodynamics in towing.

 

[C317414]

Also the shape of the Airstream lends itself to more stability in high winds, as well as more aerodynamics in towing.

Good point. I remember reading an aerodynamics paper in college regarding truck body shapes vs stability in cross winds. They put a number of scale models in a wind tunnel and measured side loads and rolling moments. The truck bodies with rounded top edges were much more resistant to cross winds. Unfortunately, rounded edges take up volume and are more expensive to manufacture; so most trucks have squared off edges.

 

[sam-HILO]

wanting an Airstream

Mel If you are serious about wanting an Airstream get on the www.Airforums.com website for an extensive period of time. DH has an interest in them because he is a retired sheet metal fabricator. They command a good buck even if used and new is very expensive. They have less storage and the beds are terrible from the factory. The units leak and need extensive repairs/upgrades costing at least 10 to 15 thousand for parts. Forget about all of your evenings and weekends for three yrs. while you labor with repairs/restoration. They are said to tow better and many just love them as much as we love our HiLos. Just saying.

 

[hootliz1]

Camping Word ADCO cover

I have had an ADCO cover for 3 years. While I have no doubt that the Sunbrella fabric covers are superior, the ADCO has worn well through brutal winters and seems to be a good value.

 

[Mel Goddard]

Manually, or, add wiring or jumper cables so that you can connect an external battery to the positive and ground cables in the trailer. It's fairly easy, actually. I'd go the jumper cable route.

- Jack

Sounds good to me!

 

[Mel Goddard]

Mel If you are serious about wanting an Airstream get on the www.Airforums.com website for an extensive period of time. DH has an interest in them because he is a retired sheet metal fabricator. They command a good buck even if used and new is very expensive. They have less storage and the beds are terrible from the factory. The units leak and need extensive repairs/upgrades costing at least 10 to 15 thousand for parts. Forget about all of your evenings and weekends for three yrs. while you labor with repairs/restoration. They are said to tow better and many just love them as much as we love our HiLos. Just saying.

Hmmm! Worth considering. I've heard about the leakage problem, where they tried to 'cheap out' several years ago. Apparently they had to go back to the old 'tried and true.'

 

[hilltool]

Given the low profile of the hi-lo, I would be interested in seeing further reviews on the effect of crosswinds compared to an Airstream. Asthetically and from a "cool: factor0 I get the Airstream. I love that "railroad car" design! From an unscientific observation, I have a buddy with an 18ft CASITA, which is VERY rounded and light- and he experiences more issues in winds with THAT than I do with my 22 ft hi-lo. That said- If I was looking to go to a rounded type of travel trailer, and spend airstream money, I would check out ESCAPE TRAILERS out of Canada. Molded fiberglass and no leaks. Plus- they have a pretty cool fith wheel model these days.

Rick