Can anyone advise me on the best caravan cover for a 21ft Jayco please.
Possum3 said
02:59 PM Oct 10, 2022
Welcome to GN's Pauline. I personally don't like covers for caravans they only last a year or two at best - If you are going to keep the van for a decent period of time consider a cheap carport which also protects from hail, cafe curtains can be added to sides if required.
-- Edited by Possum3 on Monday 10th of October 2022 03:00:48 PM
86GTS said
06:17 PM Oct 10, 2022
An expensive one might last for 3-4 years if you're lucky.
A cheap one might last a year to 18 months if you're lucky.
They tend to rub on sharp edges like TV aerials in windy conditions.
The one we had came with patching material.
We kept it until it was unpatchable & then took it to the tip.
It lasted around 3 years.
Wouldn't bother with another one.
Greg 1 said
08:26 PM Oct 10, 2022
Have to agree with both the posts above. Finished up installing the shelter shown below which works well.
I've bought a couple from Caravan Covers online, they are very helpful and you can call them anytime for assistance. Recommend them. I've bought Aussie Covers brand from them on their recommendation and they have been faultless.
Possum3 said
12:59 PM Oct 12, 2022
Welcome to GN's crackles, nice to have another New South Welshman in the group.
watsea said
01:22 PM Oct 12, 2022
HI Pauline,
If you do decide to use a caravan cover. I found the ADCO brand was satisfactory. Most of the budget covers deteriorate in the weather/sun in about 3 to four years. My ADCO cover has lasted better than the previous brand that I have used. ADCO used to guarantee for three years and were well known for replacing if a cover failed under the three year time span, if the cover was handled properly. Presumably that still occurs. My current cover is four years this summer. Recently developed some holes and I intend replacing it after the next significant van holiday.
A supplier who does high quality covers for a higher price is "Caravan Motor Home Covers" on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. They have a website.
Covers are much cheaper than a car port and take less space. But of course, the covers need more work by the owners.
-- Edited by watsea on Wednesday 12th of October 2022 01:23:57 PM
Dougwe said
07:26 AM Oct 13, 2022
Welcome to the gang Pauline, enjoy here and out in the playground.
IMO, I reckon if you got one from a good caravan accessary place and not cheapy like seller on the Internet etc. The quality should be good. The Internet stuff could be a case off, you get what you pay for.
Keep Safe on the roads and out there.
Rob Driver said
05:02 PM Oct 13, 2022
Hi Pauline.
If a shade shed is out of the question you could consider going to a company that specialises in the manufacturing of tarpaulins for trucks.
These manufacturers can make and absolute custom fit tarp which can have wear patches stitched into them to prevent paint damage and ropes and anchor points fitted to make it as easy as possible to fit.
It is when a tarp is loose that will cause damage.
You may also include a zip section for the door to enable easy access.
Any cover you choose will prevent your caravan Solar from keeping the batteries charged and I would not suggest leaving sections from the roof of the tarp.
Battery charging may be from a power point and charger or a separate solar panel.
A custom made cover will permit you to select quality materials but the cover will not be as cheap as what you will buy on the www.
Good luck with it.
crackles1 said
06:20 PM Oct 14, 2022
Possum3 wrote:
Welcome to GN's crackles, nice to have another New South Welshman in the group.
Can anyone advise me on the best caravan cover for a 21ft Jayco please.
Welcome to GN's Pauline.
I personally don't like covers for caravans they only last a year or two at best - If you are going to keep the van for a decent period of time consider a cheap carport which also protects from hail, cafe curtains can be added to sides if required.
Dometic covers are about the cheapest. Alot listed on Ebay see link; caravan covers ebay caravan covers ebay - Search (bing.com)
-- Edited by Possum3 on Monday 10th of October 2022 03:00:48 PM
A cheap one might last a year to 18 months if you're lucky.
They tend to rub on sharp edges like TV aerials in windy conditions.
The one we had came with patching material.
We kept it until it was unpatchable & then took it to the tip.
It lasted around 3 years.
Wouldn't bother with another one.
Have to agree with both the posts above.
Finished up installing the shelter shown below which works well.
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HI Pauline,
If you do decide to use a caravan cover. I found the ADCO brand was satisfactory. Most of the budget covers deteriorate in the weather/sun in about 3 to four years.
My ADCO cover has lasted better than the previous brand that I have used. ADCO used to guarantee for three years and were well known for replacing if a cover failed under the three year time span, if the cover was handled properly. Presumably that still occurs.
My current cover is four years this summer. Recently developed some holes and I intend replacing it after the next significant van holiday.
A supplier who does high quality covers for a higher price is "Caravan Motor Home Covers" on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. They have a website.
Covers are much cheaper than a car port and take less space. But of course, the covers need more work by the owners.
-- Edited by watsea on Wednesday 12th of October 2022 01:23:57 PM
IMO, I reckon if you got one from a good caravan accessary place and not cheapy like seller on the Internet etc. The quality should be good. The Internet stuff could be a case off, you get what you pay for.
Keep Safe on the roads and out there.
If a shade shed is out of the question you could consider going to a company that specialises in the manufacturing of tarpaulins for trucks.
These manufacturers can make and absolute custom fit tarp which can have wear patches stitched into them to prevent paint damage and ropes and anchor points fitted to make it as easy as possible to fit.
It is when a tarp is loose that will cause damage.
You may also include a zip section for the door to enable easy access.
Any cover you choose will prevent your caravan Solar from keeping the batteries charged and I would not suggest leaving sections from the roof of the tarp.
Battery charging may be from a power point and charger or a separate solar panel.
A custom made cover will permit you to select quality materials but the cover will not be as cheap as what you will buy on the www.
Good luck with it.
Thanks Possum3, appreciate it