Anybody Covering Their Wanderlodge?

[Pete Masterson]

I agree. Covering has about as many disadvantages as advantages. Back when I was flying, the debate was about putting covers over the windshield of the aircraft (made from a plastic that was soft and easily scratched). Best that could be determined is that the dirt and grit caught under the cover did as much damage as just leaving it out in the weather.

I note that I have a neighbor who covers his coach -- but it would otherwise be parked under eucalyptus trees that shower everything with debris -- that, when wet, creates chemicals that can stain paint (and concrete, and anything else). However, I'm a little further from the trees, and I leave my coach uncovered -- and the finish seems to be holding up fairly well. 

I think it may, in part, depend on the age and type of paint on your coach. Even with the best of care, it's going to weather. 

While a _lot_ of work, a coat of wax does help.

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On Apr 3, 2008, at 2:11 PM, Gary Smith wrote:

I have not heard anything good about the effects of covering a coach in this 

manner.  Between the rubbing, scuffing, beating, etc., that the fabric does 

to the outside finish, it also tends to trap/retain moisture allowing 

habitats for critters.  It's effect on the paint job is similar to what the 

bra's do to the front end.  Stuff gets trapped and acts like sandpaper.  I 

would never use either product.