Cover for Bunk ends on Flagstaff HW27ks

[jimenez61]

I'm using my pop up this summer. Wanting to find out alternatives for covers for my bunk ends and slide out to keep the heat out of my pop up. Actually to keep it cooler.

I'm planning to use it quite a bit and it gets really hot here in Florida

[GalsofEscape]

popup gizmos (PUGS) - just google it. (they are the silver things on the tent ends) I would get the highest wind version ( i did not, and really wish i had - next set). I have a hybrid camper - but they are also for popups.

i got the ones with the velcro attached - you have to supply the other velcro side which you attach to the camper, but it makes putting them on very easy.

[DARCYPA]

Originally Posted by GalsofEscape

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popup gizmos (PUGS) - just google it. (they are the silver things on the tent ends) I would get the highest wind version ( i did not, and really wish i had - next set). I have a hybrid camper - but they are also for popups.

i got the ones with the velcro attached - you have to supply the other velcro side which you attach to the camper, but it makes putting them on very easy.

Do these really work to reduce heat inside ? (Vinyl Pop up)

Thanx

[bikendan]

Originally Posted by DARCYPA

Do these really work to reduce heat inside ? (Vinyl Pop up)

Thanx

Heck Yea!
About 95% of popup and hybrid owners are pleased with their PUGs.

Possibly the #1 mod for popups.

[GalsofEscape]

Originally Posted by DARCYPA

Do these really work to reduce heat inside ? (Vinyl Pop up)

Thanx

As bikendan said, yes they really do work. We put it to the ultimate test last summer when we went to Arizona in 100 degrees heat and no shade (and we also put reflectix in the windows). We have a back bunk that does not get much air flow from the air conditioner and would get very hot.... The PUGs and reflectix really helped.

And as a side benefit, pugs keep the tenting cleaner.

[rlh1957]

I agree the PopUp Gizmos work great. Really take the heat down. But you are still in an awning screen canvas bunk and heat comes through the sides still.
I cut the double sided foil insulation (looks like foil bubble wrap) available at home depot, lowes, Amazon. Just get enough to do all your zipper windows. Easily cut to fit and slip in each time you set up. Store on mattress top. Sometimes you can put up the bunk ends with the left in. If it is too stiff to put up, Easy to take out.

[rlh1957]

PopupGizmos
number is 972-849-9240
email address: sales@telegizmos.com
Summer Benefits:
•Significantly reduces inside bunkend temperatures resulting in cooler overall interior camper temperatures.
•Rugged, multi-layered construction will give many seasons of service.
•Folds up small for easy storage.
•Significantly helps your air conditioner to cool more effectively.
•Easy to install and remove.
•Protects your canvas from the Sun's damaging effects.
•Protects against bird droppings and tree sap.
•Waterproof, completely washable.
Cool weather and winter Benefits:
•Will reduce interior heat loss through the top canvas of the bunkends.
•Will reduce interior condensation build up.

[spurticus]

Originally Posted by rlh1957

I agree the PopUp Gizmos work great. Really take the heat down. But you are still in an awning screen canvas bunk and heat comes through the sides still.
I cut the double sided foil insulation (looks like foil bubble wrap) available at home depot, lowes, Amazon. Just get enough to do all your zipper windows. Easily cut to fit and slip in each time you set up. Store on mattress top. Sometimes you can put up the bunk ends with the left in. If it is too stiff to put up, Easy to take out.

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