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01/10/2011 at 12:17am
 Location: Great Yarmouth
 Outfit: Fleetwood Garland 148 2 SB Volvo S40
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Hi all

'Riviera Caravan Cozi'
I'm looking at buying one of these to overwinter my van.

Can anyone recommend them or would you recommend something better?

Your advise would be much appreciated.

Thanks.

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01/10/2011 at 7:16am
 Location: NE Lincs
 Outfit: Buccaneer Caravel - Range Rover
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I've used one in the past (a specialised covers one) and it was superb. I'll be buying another for my latest van.

Some say it's not worth it. Caravans are made to be outside. But my thoughts are that I have to store under a tree and hate the sap covering the roof that takes forever to get off. Also any help that you can give your van over a harsh winter has to be good.

It's also nice to clean the van before you put the cover on and have a sparkling van in the spring when you remove it.

If you do buy one, make sure you get one that fits well. That way it wont flap too much in the wind and scratch the windows.(I also put clingfilm on them). Needs to be nice and tight.

 

Kev.

 

p.s

In all the years that I used clingfilm, not once has it caused any damage to the windows of any sort.

 

Kev.



01/10/2011 at 8:00am
 Location: north wales
 Outfit: Sprite Quattro FB
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Our van is stored under a tree so we bought a cheap one size fits all cover - wilderness trail.  It wasn't a success as it can be windy where we are and the wind would make the cover balloon out.  In the end the cover ripped.

I have now ordered a protec cover made for our van and hopefully we will have more success.

A case of buy cheap, buy twice. 



01/10/2011 at 2:03pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: caravan
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I agree with brianconwy, protec are very good, and as caravans cost a lot of money it makes sense to look after them in the winter when not in use.


01/10/2011 at 2:28pm
 Location: Lancashire
 Outfit: Caravan now Sold
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lots to read

http://www.ukcampsite.co.uk/chatter/search.asp?search=cover&searchMode=phrase&searchIn=Topic&forum=31&searchSort=dateDESC&ly=2&Submit=Start+Search



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