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Blog Index
Listing all posts with label RV storage covers. Show all posts.
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Texas Motor Speedway has more rules than any other race track. It appears that those Texan race fans have tried EVERYTHING they could to have an over the top race weekend. That is the only explanation for why there are rules like "No Swimming Pools or Hot Tubs allowed" or "No Stages, Stage Lights, Live Bands or Live DJ’s." The Texas race fans have already tried these novel forms of entertainment at the track and the Speedway folks don't want any part of the good time.
Well if you decide to go to the race there are a few camping places left that won't cost you an arm & a leg. Unreserved camping will be on the west side of the speedway for the Samsung 500 and Dickies® 500 weekends ONLY. There will be 1,700 sites, approximately 20' x 40' available on a first-come, first-served basis. The campsite can be purchased for $75.
Remember when the fun's over & it's time to go home, RV Covers Protect.
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Camping in your RV is a great way to experience the weekend at Phoenix International Raceway. There is great racing by day surrounded by the beauty of the majestic Estrella Mountains. If you have just decided to head to the speedway then you only have two choices for camping. There are no hookups, but fresh water and septic service will be available for a nominal fee.
In the Reserved Weekend Camping area you will get a reserved site (20' x 40') that costs $175. You are limited to one tow vehicle per site but there is additional parking available in Estrella 3 at no charge. You enter this camping area at Gate 1. There are showers, restrooms, and a Bashas' grocery store in the camping area.
The Unreserved Weekend Camping area is located in Estrella County Park. The sites are assigned upon arrival, so guests wanting to stay together must arrive together. All types of vehicles are allowed and should enter at Sun Lane, West of day parking lots. Showers, restrooms, and a Bashas' grocery store will be available in the reserved area. The cost is $60 per motorized vehicle.
Remember when the fun's over and it's time to head home, RV covers protect.
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I don't know what it is like where you live but the pollen count is astronomical here in the South. That green gunk is everywhere you turn. Just yesterday I had my car washed and today it looks like it hasn't been washed in months. The bad part is, if you don't clean it off the RV, the pollen will build up and become encrusted with those tiny green monsters. Have you ever seen an RV that has pollen encrusted all over the sides and roof? Do you have any idea how long it takes to scrub that mess off your RV?
Thank goodness for my RV cover! When we came back from our last RV adventure we cleaned everything up, inside & out and threw the cover over it. Now when we're ready to go again in the next couple of weeks, we won't have those green monstrosities to deal with. RV covers are worth their weight in gold!
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There are a wide variety of awnings used on the RVs. There are patio awnings as well as window and door awnings on the motor coaches. The window and door awnings provide shade and keep the rain off the window casings. They are also great for protect in the interior from UV damage. The patio awnings provide a front porch for our home on wheels. They provide shade and are great cover when you want to sit outside and enjoy a light summer rain.
The RV owner can jazz up their patio with a variety of stringed night lights. Then they also like to add a patio shade. The patio shade is made of a vinyl coated polyester mesh that blocks 50% of the sun’s damaging rays. The patio shade easily slides into the utility slot groove. The brass tie downs and grommets let you stake down the shade to provide stability.
In addition to the shade there are a multitude of durable patio mats. These are made of a polyester fiber and heat sealed for years of use. The mats are color coordinated to match the awning. They are usually seven feet wide and come in lengths of 8ft., 12 ft., and 16 ft.
Remember when the fun's over and it's time to go home, RV Covers Protect.
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When you have decided that it is time to remove the RV cover and prepare for your next trip, you should start with a general inspection of your awning. Unroll the awning and check for mildew or stains that need to be removed. Use a commercial cleaning product to remove the stains and mildew. While cleaning look for rips, tears, or punctures in the fabric.
When the awning is extended you should always make sure that it is raised high enough before opening the entry door. The most common cause of rips and tears in the awning fabric are from the entry door with rough edges that can damage the low hanging awning. Most tears can be easily repaired. It is a good idea to keep a roll of RV awning repair tape in an outside compartment of your RV. It is easy to apply and virtually invisible and permanent.
Water pooling in the center of the awning can cause extensive damage to the awning. That is why it is recommended to always keep one side of your awning lower than the other. This prevents the collection of water and allows it to run off.
Wind gusts of over 20 mph can cause extensive damage to the awning as well as your RV. Never leave the awning down when there is no one around to let it down when needed. Store the awning in the travel position when everyone is away from the camper and when you go to bed at night. It is also a good idea to have awning tie downs at the campsite to prevent damage from any sudden gust of wind or sudden summer thunderstorm. Nobody wants to come back to camp to find their awning looking like our picture. It's easier to prevent damage than to replace it and it is also easier on your wallet as well.
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There are a wide variety of awnings used on the RVs. There are patio awnings as well as window and door awnings on the motor coaches. The window and door awnings provide shade and keep the rain off the window casings. They are also great for protect in the interior from UV damage. The patio awnings provide a front porch for our home on wheels. They provide shade and are great cover when you want to sit outside and enjoy a light summer rain.
There are two types of materials used for awnings on the RVs: acrylic and vinyl. Acrylic is a woven cloth that lets the air circulate through the fabric. This allows the fabric to dry quickly. It is water repellent but not waterproof. The acrylic awning should be sprayed off on a monthly basis to remove dust & dirt.
Vinyl awning fabrics are mildew resistant but are not mildew proof. Mildew forms on the dirt and dust that collects on the fabric. It is worse in high temperatures, humidity, and if the awning has been stored wet.
When it is time to remove the RV cover and prepare the RV for your first journey of the season, you should start with a general inspection of the awning for stains and mildew. If the awning is made of a vinyl material then you should spray it with a commercial awning cleaning, scrub in the cleaning material where you found stains & mildew, and then roll the awning up for several minutes. After about 10 minutes the cleaning products should have had enough time to work on the stains and mildew. Open the awning out and rinse thoroughly. Leave the awning out to dry completely. The acrylic awning would be cleaned in the same manner except when cleaning the acrylic awning you should avoid scrubbing the acrylic fabric as that could remove the water retardant finish.
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The most common reason for a blow-out on the road is due to overloading the RV or not having the proper inflation of air in the tires. It is important that you know what the correct amount of air pressure is required of your tires.
As soon as you have decided to take your next trip and you have removed your RV cover it is time to check the air pressure. The air pressure should always be checked in the morning while the tires are cold to get an accurate reading. While on your trip, the air pressure should always be checked prior to leaving each day.
Loosing the air in your tire does not mean that you will loose control of your RV. Panic breaking or taking your foot off of the accelerator is the worst two things you can do under the circumstances. The best thing to do is to accelerate the vehicle a little until you have made your steering correction. Then decide where you want to stop and check out the vehicle. The driver can usually determine where the blowout occurred on the RV. If the air loss is in the front tires the driver will feel it in their hands on the steering wheel. If the air loss is in the rear tires, it will be felt through the seat
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There are five types of RV Storage. The most expensive and the best for your RV is the fully enclosed units, in other words this is a garage. These enclosure may have heat and electricity, are totally secure, and can be accessed only by the RV owner. The second type is a covered unit with three walls. These definitely provide excellent protection from the elements but they do not have heating & air.
The third type is covered parking. The canopy protects the RV from the sun but does not block moisture or wind from the sides. The fourth is open parking in a gated lot. Although it is secure there is no protection from the sun, wind, and rain.
The fifth type of RV storage is the RV cover. This is by far the most efficient way to provide protection from the sun, wind, and rain. Most covers come with a three or four year warranty. When compared to the most cost efficient monthly storage unit, it is by far the most inexpensive way to protect your investment.
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The fifth wheel costs less than the motorized RVs as far as the square footage is concerned. Some people like the split level floor plan that is caused by the hitch set-up. The newer fifth wheels have multiple slide outs. These slide out extend the square footage which will allow you to stay in one location for many weeks without wanting to kill on another. The 5th wheel's raised neck section (called the goose-neck) connects over the bed of the tow vehicle to the fifth-wheel hitch. This hitch design reduces the overall length of the vehicle and because a large majority of the weight is over the rear axle of the truck, it improves the traction and handling of both vehicles. In the event the trailer needs repairs, the 5th wheel trailer can be left at the repair shop while you still have the use of your truck. In addition when you arrive at your destination and have set up for your stay, you have a truck that can take you wherever your dreams take you. This is much easier than driving a huge motor home to go to a nearby grocery store for a few items. Fifth wheel RV covers can be purchased at reasonably cost efficient prices and they preserve the exterior appearance of your 5th wheel for a good re-sale at a later date.
There are a few disadvantages to the fifth wheel. One is that the 5th wheel rides higher than the travel trailer so it tends to be blown around a little on the highways and in severe storms. The fifth wheel hitch limits the use of the truck bed for hauling large items and a fifth wheel cannot be hauled by a car or van.
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The advantages of the travel trailer are many. The travel trailer provides a single level floor plan as compared to the fifth wheel's upper level bedroom. If you are using a truck to tow the RV then you have not forfeited the use of the truck bed as you do with the fifth wheel. Some of the smaller, light weight models can be towed by a large car or van. The travel trailer costs much less that the motorized RVs. This is especially important if you need to have repairs done on the RV. In this case you can leave the RV to be repaired and still have the use of your truck or van. In addition when you pull into your vacation spot and set up for your stay, you have the truck or van to move about and visit other destinations. Then once you arrive home, you unload the dirty clothes and food, then throw a RV cover over your travel trailer until it is time to travel again.
The disadvantages for these RVs comes from driving the travel trailer. The larger travel trailers have quite a bit of sway and handling problems. These are the most difficult to steer, drive, and brake of all the RV types. Slow and cautious driving are recommended. Trailers of any type (fifth wheel or travel trailer) do not have the luxurious look of the motor coach.
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The Class C RV is a recreational vehicle built on the frame of a van or truck. The advantages to this type of RV is that it is usually easier to get parts and repair work done. They offer the family the same conveniences of the Class A RV as far as the living space while being more economically priced than the Class A. They usually have better sleeping for families with an overhead sleeper with a queen size mattress. They are ideal for long camping trips with large families. The Class C does not intimidate the driver like a Class A since it is more like driving a truck or van than a bus. As a used vehicle they are often easy to find and can be purchased at a reasonably cheap price. They are especially well-kept if the owner has purchased a Class C RV cover to protect the exterior.
The disadvantages of the Class C are that their price seems to depreciate faster than their big brother, the Class A, and the storage space is considerably smaller than the Class A. They do not have the luxury look of the Class A as they will always be more of a camper than a coach. The front windows in the cab sometimes leak where the overhead are is mounted and the windows will need a windshield cover to provide privacy for the occupants and to keep the cab cool.
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The Class A RV is the most prestigious of all the RVs on the market. The advantages to this RV is that there are always a market when you get ready to sell and there are many used models to choose from when buying. The newer Class A's are very safe vehicles, your family can even move around in the vehicle while you are driving. Class A's are easy to finance & insure and they have good repair records. This type of RV makes it very easy to "boondock" (park anywhere without electrical hook-ups). You just pull up to wherever you want to go and have dinner that was prepared while you drove or just go to sleep. You never have to get out of your RV to set up because you are self-sufficient. When you get home, you drive up, take out your traveling items and then throw your Class A RV cover on until the next time.
The greatest disadvantages to the Class A is that they are also the most expensive. Many of the new Class A's get less than 7 mpg and the older ones may not even get more than 5 mpg. Every time you want to go somewhere you must break everything down unless you have towed a vehicle, but that makes your vehicle harder to drive and more difficult to steer. Many people find the Class A RVs impossible to back up and intimidating to drive. When major repairs are needed on the road, you are forced into a hotel until your "home" and your "transportation" are repaired.
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The toy hauler was designed for families and sports enthusiasts. There is a large cargo room in the rear that allows you to take your bicycles, motorcycles, snowmobiles, jet skis, or other outdoor recreational vehicles to places like the desert, forest, or boondocks. It is like carrying your garage with you. The garage of your toy hauler can be also used to house extra beds for larger families or your guests. You can even add a toy hauler screen to provide a shaded area that keeps out the mosquitoes and all other insects.
Something to consider if you are thinking about purchasing a toy hauler is if you have a vehicle that can pull the weight of the combined RV and toy hauler with a full garage. The weight of the RV and all of your toys will require the largest eight-cylinder or a heavy duty 250 or even a Cummings diesel.
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After the fun-filled travel season’s over and it’s time to head home and put the RV away for the winter, it’s time to also consider what is the best way to store your home-away-from-home. As much as you enjoyed the past travel season, you want to ensure that the next time you are ready to roll, your RV is ready as well. To insure that you need an RV cover.
The first thing you want to do when you arrive home is clean the exterior of the motor home for the winter. Remember to work your way down to the tires. Clean the roof first. Use warm water and a mild detergent. Use a soft brush on the entire body. The goal of cleaning the roof is to remove the white chalky residue that sometimes marks the exterior after a heavy rain. Don’t get over zealous because rubber roofs have an oxidized layer to protect the surface. Just get the chalky white build-up.
If your RV is stored under trees you might have a problem with bird droppings and tree sap. Prior to washing the sides of the vehicle, liberally spray the infected area with an oily base like spray cooking oil or WD40. Leave this on for approximately 10 minutes and then wash as usual.
Once the RV is clean and dry, it is ready for your RV cover.
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This RV cover has triple-layered, reflective white polypropylene top with breathable single layered polypropylene sides. It protects against rain, snow, UV rays, dirt, nicks and scratches. The air vent system reduces wind lofting and inside moisture. It has full height zippered panels that allow full access to the vehicle’s interior and its elastic hemmed corners provide a custom fit. It protects the RV in the harshest of weather and has a three year warranty.
This cover would be beneficial for anyone living in the "snow zone." This week that means most of the country, but under most circumstances that would be the northeast and the northern part of the mid-west. The breathable material allows the moisture to evaporate which prevents the build-up of mold and mildew.
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Covering your RV is essential for owners that do not live in their RVs full time. It is one method of protecting your investment if you choose outdoor storage for your RV when it is not in use.
RV covers block ultraviolet (UV) rays to prevent fading and cracking from the body of the vehicle and reflect infrared rays to lower the temperature. They also prevent chemicals that may have an adverse effect on the paint job due to rain and bird droppings from reaching the vehicle, while allowing moisture to escape by preventing the buildup of mold and mildew.
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