RV Cover [message #248823] |
Tue, 29 April 2014 17:26 |
quadracerx1
Messages: 207 Registered: April 2013 Location: Puyallup, Washington
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I'm going to purchase an ADCO Travel Trailer Cover for the coach tomorrow...
Which is better:
22.1' to 24'
24.1' to 26'
26.1' to 28'
Triple layer SFS AquaShedŽ top panel & triple layer two-tone polypropylene sides...
Is this the one I should have for the rain in Seattle?
Thanks,
Steve
75 26' GMC Glenbrook
Puyallup, Washington
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Re: RV Cover [message #248868 is a reply to message #248823] |
Wed, 30 April 2014 04:59 |
quadracerx1
Messages: 207 Registered: April 2013 Location: Puyallup, Washington
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WOW... 107 people have seen this and no response... LOL
75 26' GMC Glenbrook
Puyallup, Washington
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Re: RV Cover [message #248869 is a reply to message #248823] |
Wed, 30 April 2014 06:45 |
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Steve, I would suggest that you not take it personally. My guess is that you are experiencing a lot of folks who are interested in reading your post but have no first hand experience with putting a cover on their GMC and don't want to comment on a subject about which they have no knowledge. Sorry, I'm in that category so I can't help either.
Bill Brown - '77 Buckeye Cruiser
Coshocton OH
carguybill@sbcglobal.net
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Re: RV Cover [message #248875 is a reply to message #248823] |
Wed, 30 April 2014 09:42 |
habbyguy
Messages: 896 Registered: May 2012 Location: Mesa, AZ
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I got the 24-26' version (model number 26771) for mine, and it fits fine. I do remember wondering if the smaller size might fit as well, but mine's not so loose that it's any kind of problem. The ropes at the end do a good job of snugging it up.
Mark Hickey
Mesa, AZ
1978 Royale Center Kitchen
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Re: RV Cover [message #248876 is a reply to message #248823] |
Wed, 30 April 2014 09:50 |
Bob S.
Messages: 143 Registered: October 2012 Location: Rapid City, SD
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Earlier this year there was at least one thread on this forum that talked about which Adco cover was best. At the time Camping World had them on sale. You might try to search the sight and see if those posts will help you. Actually I believe it was not earlier this year, it was last fall.
Bob and Pam Schilling
Rapid City, SD
"78 Royale
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Re: RV Cover [message #248887 is a reply to message #248885] |
Wed, 30 April 2014 11:29 |
Bob de Kruyff
Messages: 4260 Registered: January 2004 Location: Chandler, AZ
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armandminnie wrote on Wed, 30 April 2014 10:22 | How many people with what equipment does it take to get a cover on a GMC? I have thought of covering mine but that is a big job I think.
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I've done it by myself but it's not fun. Two people is ideal. I finally gave my cover away--not only because of the hassle, but it was damaging my paint when it was windy outside.
Bob de Kruyff
78 Eleganza
Chandler, AZ
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Re: RV Cover [message #248900 is a reply to message #248887] |
Wed, 30 April 2014 14:07 |
Don A
Messages: 895 Registered: October 2008 Location: Dallas, TX
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"damaging my paint when it was windy "
Thanks for that comment Bob, I was wondering about that.
Don Adams Dallas, TX
'76 26' Glenbrook, '90 Sidekick
rebuilt by R Archer, powered by J Bounds, Koba [IMG]http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/data/6109/G2.jpg[/IMG]
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Re: RV Cover [message #248901 is a reply to message #248823] |
Wed, 30 April 2014 14:18 |
GeorgeRud
Messages: 1380 Registered: February 2007 Location: Chicago, IL
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I also found that it's pretty much a two person job, and it's not a light, easy operation. I sometimes wonder if a couple of tarps over the roof held down with bungee cords wouldn't suffice if really needed.
George Rudawsky
Chicago, IL
75 Palm Beach
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Re: RV Cover [message #248907 is a reply to message #248901] |
Wed, 30 April 2014 16:52 |
Gary Carlton
Messages: 59 Registered: February 2014
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We purchased an ADCO Designer SFS Aqua Shed Class A RV Cover for RV's 25' - 28'and it is too big for my tastes. It can be snugged down but even then it looks like a shar pei.
'78 Royale, "Road Grub"
Bellingham, WA
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Re: RV Cover [message #248910 is a reply to message #248909] |
Wed, 30 April 2014 17:54 |
Otterwan
Messages: 946 Registered: July 2013 Location: Lynnwood (north of Seattl...
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Just do what I did. Instead of buying a 26' cover, buy a 5000 sq. ft. shop!
http://www.oarsllc.com/TwinkieInShop.jpg
1977 Birchaven, Lynnwood WA - "We may not be able to stop all evil in the world, but I know that how we treat one another is entirely up to us."
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Re: RV Cover [message #248914 is a reply to message #248909] |
Wed, 30 April 2014 19:24 |
Bob de Kruyff
Messages: 4260 Registered: January 2004 Location: Chandler, AZ
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USAussie wrote on Wed, 30 April 2014 16:47 | Bob, Interesting; was it just the cover or did sand get up under it and aid and abet the cover?
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The damage was at the very front upper "crease" on the front cap above the windshields. Any kind of breaze as well as trying to slide the cover in place constantly rubs on that feature line. It's always dusty in AZ so that may be part of it but I'm not sure. Speaking of dust, the cover would get infiltrated with dust making it's removal and storage a total pain in the ...
Bob de Kruyff
78 Eleganza
Chandler, AZ
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Re: RV Cover [message #248917 is a reply to message #248823] |
Wed, 30 April 2014 20:30 |
Rob
Messages: 651 Registered: November 2013 Location: Victoria, BC
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I did a lot of researching before I bought mine and decided that the 22-24 was the one that I thought would fit best.
But... It's still in the box, so my opinion doesn't count for much...
Rob -
Victoria, BC -
76 Royale - Rear Twins/Dry Bath
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Re: RV Cover [message #248925 is a reply to message #248823] |
Wed, 30 April 2014 22:52 |
drdonaldg
Messages: 35 Registered: June 2013 Location: San Rafael, CA
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Hi Steve, I bought an ADCO 24- 26' travel trailer cover and it was to large. I now have an ADCO 22-24' travel trailer cover. The cover fits well, although I cut openings for the side rear view mirrors. The cover fits over the ladder and spare tire cover, although it will not cover the bumpers without being stretched to the point of almost tearing. The side zipper allows access to the door opening. I have a roof pod, air conditioner and satellite dome. It does take some time to install and remove, but it can be done by one person. A large garage would be better, but for those of us that don't have that luxury, this cover is adequate.
1977 Palm Beach
TZE167V100274
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Re: RV Cover [message #248926 is a reply to message #248823] |
Wed, 30 April 2014 23:23 |
quadracerx1
Messages: 207 Registered: April 2013 Location: Puyallup, Washington
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Sounds like the 22-24' one is it!! I didn't make it there today so Ill buy tomorrow and let you guys know how it fits...
Thanks for all your help, you guys are awesome...
Steve
75 26' GMC Glenbrook
Puyallup, Washington
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