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Old 09-02-2009, 08:45 AM   #21
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FYI....

Here is a reply to an email I sent.......

There is no guarantee that it will not scratch or leak. The fabrics are NOT waterproof. They should repel most of the water but they are not waterproof.

The fabric has a reasonably soft touch against the vehicle but if dirt is trapped between the Airstream and the cover and the cover moves around due to high winds it is possible that some scratching might occur but it is unlikely.






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From: ROBERT CROSSE [mailto:xxxxxxxxxxxx.COM]
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Subject: Airstream cover



Is there a guarantee that one of your custom outdoor covers won't leak or scratch/damage the clearcoat on my Airstream? What is your recomendation?



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Old 10-29-2009, 06:29 AM   #22
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I am interested in building a permanent camp structure on land I own in the mountains, and wondered if there was a location where pictures of shelters forum members have built are posted. I want a shelter that is fairly open so that we can fully use the airstream during good weather, and is pleasing to the eye. Any pictures would be very helpful in planning this shelter.
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Old 02-13-2010, 06:58 AM   #23
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Covercraft makes excellent custom covers. They cover cars with paint jobs that cost as much as Airstreams. Most everyone on this forums says you can't cover an Airstream without causing damage to the clearcoat but I disagree and and so do people at the factory but they won't officially say that do to liability issues. A tarp would cause damage.

What kind of material is your cover made from and since some time has gone by, do you still stand by your statement above about covers?
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Old 04-08-2010, 08:28 PM   #24
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We just had a 33X13 pad poured for our AS next to our driveway. We are using a pergola design plan that is quite attractive and will finish it by landscaping around the pad. We are using agricultural metal roofing material on top of it. There are trellis type screens on the side next to our neighbor's house (curb side of AS toward our driveway). This style might work with some cities building ordinances and neighborhood covenants.
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Old 03-20-2011, 02:02 PM   #25
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How bad is un-covered?

I will be able to store my 23' Airstream (once purchased) in the back of my driveway, but probably cannot use a "canopy" due to neighborhood restrictions. How bad is it to leave it uncovered? There are no trees, etc. overhead. My primary concern is sunlight.
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Old 08-31-2011, 08:36 AM   #26
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I would like to re-visit this topic; our garage was destroyed in a storm and the AS will spend this winter outside.
I have had good experience with ADCO covers for other RV’s we have owned, including our current TC.
These covers are water proof (top panel) and breathable (side panels). They have kept our other RV’s clean and protected.
I would like to hear from anyone who has actually used an ADCO or Covercraft on their AS.
I do not want to discuss the merits of covering/not covering, inside/outside, plastic tarps, etc, etc.
I would like to hear only from those that have actually used either of these covers.

craftsman...you still around? Any data to share?

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Old 09-02-2011, 11:10 AM   #27
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Bump.

So no one has actualy tried one of these covers on an AS?

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Old 09-02-2011, 01:20 PM   #28
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not to hijack the thread.........but

I have a 2006 Bambi that has spent the last couple years stored in the Florida sun. I'm debating the following choices....

1-continue storing her outside in the elements for free.

2-Sharing an indoor storage facility with a friend, 4 miles from my house. My share of the cost would be $100/month.

3-Try a covercraft cover. Cost ~$1,000

Any thoughts?
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Old 09-02-2011, 01:43 PM   #29
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not to hijack the thread.........but

I have a 2006 Bambi that has spent the last couple years stored in the Florida sun. I'm debating the following choices....

1-continue storing her outside in the elements for free.

2-Sharing an indoor storage facility with a friend, 4 miles from my house. My share of the cost would be $100/month.

3-Try a covercraft cover. Cost ~$1,000

Any thoughts?
nsb,

This topic has been well covered in this and other threads...the consensus being, no-one has found a cover that will not damage an AS stored outside.

POI.. in reading the specs for the adco & covercraft both mention that they are highly moisture & UV "resistant". Nothing about flapping in the wind, flap'n not good for our shiny toyz.

$1200/year for indoor protection, it's up to you if that's worth it, for me stuck up North here it just might be. If i had the room I would put up a pole barn to keep a lot of the snow and direct sun off. It sits now fully exposed 24/7/365 with no serious, awful, bad, ill effects.

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Old 09-02-2011, 02:13 PM   #30
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not to hijack the thread.........but

I have a 2006 Bambi that has spent the last couple years stored in the Florida sun. I'm debating the following choices....

1-continue storing her outside in the elements for free.

2-Sharing an indoor storage facility with a friend, 4 miles from my house. My share of the cost would be $100/month.

3-Try a covercraft cover. Cost ~$1,000

Any thoughts?
That's just it...lots of chatter about not using a (quality) cover...but no real experience...that I can find.
As mentioned, I have covered many other RV's with ADCO's and all have been fine.
I am tempted to cover the AS this winter...but would love to hear from someone that has real experience...

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Old 09-02-2011, 02:24 PM   #31
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Page 1 of this post. He has the marks where PO covered it.
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Old 09-02-2011, 02:44 PM   #32
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Page 1 of this post. He has the marks where PO covered it.
If I interperet that post correctly, he was referring to a plastic tarp.

I am more ineterested in quality, breathable covers...made for this purpose.
As mentioned; I have, and still do, use them on other RV's. They hold up well, and have not caused any damage.

I have been reluctant to try one on the AS due to all the rumors here.

I would love to hear from anyone that has used a quality, breathable cover (not plastic tarp) on an AS.

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Old 09-02-2011, 02:56 PM   #33
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Yeah, not sure what OP meant. Ive wondered too, but not willing to experiment. Why don't you try this winter and let us know!
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Old 09-02-2011, 02:59 PM   #34
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i would love to use one of the covercraft custom covers which they have a template for the travel trailer. mine is not a mirror shine surface. if someone has used one of these custom covers feedback would be great.
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Old 09-02-2011, 03:42 PM   #35
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Bill,

I remember a post craftsman made saying he had ordered one, CvrCft I think, have you tried to PM him. Would be good to get an up-date.

I did try a custom cover(evo4 from Ca. cover) on a car I stored outdoors one Winter, ended up frozen to the car...my bad.

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Old 09-14-2011, 06:29 AM   #36
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Bill,

I remember a post craftsman made saying he had ordered one, CvrCft I think, have you tried to PM him. Would be good to get an up-date.

I did try a custom cover(evo4 from Ca. cover) on a car I stored outdoors one Winter, ended up frozen to the car...my bad.

Bob
Hey Bob, I am getting ready to pull the trigger on the ADCO (the annual sale is now)...craftsman does not have PM enabled, can't find an email either. Doesn't show any activity on his account in like a year or so...do you have contact info?

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Old 09-14-2011, 07:13 AM   #37
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Bill,

If you pull the trigger on the cover please keep us posted.

I think I had his email address on my PC...crashed last year, so it's lost out in space somewhere.

Miss his posts...he was a "craftsman"!

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Old 09-14-2011, 01:43 PM   #38
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Our Airstream under cover

I did post a photo last year. Now if I can repost photo? Will try. We purchased a cover from Harbor Freight for $182.00 and have used it for several years.

The poles bent...from the heavy Snow Load. We able to purchase new poles. Very inexpensive. This works for us. Regards, Aria
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Old 09-17-2011, 08:26 AM   #39
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might work for me

could you relate what cover it was,dimensions or make/model. that looks like it might be another oprion. thanks
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Old 09-19-2011, 11:27 AM   #40
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I'd love to fabricate one of those made with 1.5" pvc and couragated fiberglass that just screws together for summer take down. Well, where I keep the AS it isn't allowed to date.
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