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11-07-2016, 09:05 PM
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What's wrong with this picture?
This is a friends first TT, they believe this is necessary. I know this is a bad idea. Please help me compile a list of reasons why you don't want to do this. TT does not leak so no need to cover for that reason. 
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11-07-2016, 09:12 PM
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Travel trailer Ala Mold.
Tarps like that do NOT allow for air calculation, this promotes mold growth.
How ever if the area has high winds then the tarp will just buff the finish to a high shine before it rips to shreds and mold has a chance to set in.
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11-07-2016, 09:20 PM
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Mold and Mildew
Plus when windy, tarps may rub on the trailer's surfaces causing damage. RV covers don't do that or promote mold and mildew.
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11-07-2016, 09:21 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ford Idaho
Travel trailer Ala Mold.
Tarps like that do NOT allow for air calculation, this promotes mold growth.
How ever if the area has high winds then the tarp will just buff the finish to a high shine before it rips to shreds and mold has a chance to set in.
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By the looks of the tank cover they have a mold issue to start with!  Youroo! ! 
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11-07-2016, 09:25 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by youroo
By the looks of the tank cover they have a mold issue to start with! Youroo! ! |
I thought it was just dirt, youroo may be right... 
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11-07-2016, 09:31 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by uhduh camping
This is a friends first TT, they believe this is necessary. I know this is a bad idea. Please help me compile a list of reasons why you don't want to do this. TT does not leak so no need to cover for that reason. Attachment 124888 |
They should forget the tarp and buy a carport cover that matches the wood lattice under the tongue. 
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11-07-2016, 10:39 PM
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Bad bad bad....that tarp will do more harm than anything else. For reasons others mentioned. Moisture will get trapped, it will move around.
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11-08-2016, 06:56 AM
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Looks like he is in a campground. Did he buy it sitting there? If so, it survived until he purchased it without that "wrap". He cannot even get in easily to inspect occasionally!
He has built a perfect spot for all kinds of bugs and spiders to survive the winter. Mice, snakes, raccoons, opossums, squirrels, skunks will love it under and in the trailer.
As stated, mold/mildew factory.
Travel safe
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11-08-2016, 07:00 AM
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Totally the wrong color tarp!! Should of used a blue tarp, even green would of been better.
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11-08-2016, 07:35 AM
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11-08-2016, 01:05 PM
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It will give the mice a way to get to the rooftop and make a warm nest for the winter. Then end up in the AC or refrigerator vent. I know from experience
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11-08-2016, 02:56 PM
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Just say no to the tarp. But as far as the mold? A buddy of mine gave me a great tip. get Tide powdered laundry soap with bleach. One scoop in a 5 gal bucket, fill with water. Use that as a soap solution with a very soft brush and do the entire camper. Works AMAZING!
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11-08-2016, 03:02 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Life is great
Totally the wrong color tarp!! Should of used a blue tarp, even green would of been better.
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GREEN WOULD DEFINITELY MATCH THE MOLD THAT WILL BE INSIDE.
Hopefully they left the fridge and freezer closed tight as well.
They need to get that off and let nature run its course. I've not covered mine and never had issues with weight, water or mold. The picture attached is part of the snow NB Canada got in 2015. (not me in the image) over 15 feet in total for the season.
tell them to brush the leaves from those trees off when they are done falling and cover his AC unit but that's about it.
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11-08-2016, 06:21 PM
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Tarps can stick to the rubber roof, peeling it off in the spring.
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11-13-2016, 08:51 AM
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If you don't have enough already I'll post a pic of my boat. I power washed it and 2 days later tarped it. I took a peak under the tarp a couple weeks ago and it looks worse now then before I washed it. Black spots everywhere. The benefit for me though is there are no leaves gathering and staining the deck.
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11-22-2016, 10:13 PM
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I vote for the carport. They are not that expensive.
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02-24-2017, 05:17 AM
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As an auto restorer in years past, irregardless of what happens on top, you should never completely cover anything that is sitting on the ground. Moisture from that ground will rise and condense on whatever is above it. If that item is covered, there is no way for air to dry this moisture out and rust sets in. As was mentioned, a cheap carport (Harbor Freight) would be a much better option. Don't put sides on it, just protect the top. Let the air circulate all around the unit. Make sure you secure the carport or it will truly be GONE WITH THE WIND.....
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