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Have a '92 Breakway, 30 footer. It's worthy of covering for the winter. Any recommendations for a good cover?
 
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Good question! (Obviously the best cover is a roof, but..)

I had a large plastic tarp over mine one winter. I noticed some abrasion on the sides near the top. Also, when I had to shovel it off to leave for Florida, it was REALLY slick walking on snow, ice, and slippery plastic.

Since my paint is pretty old I have been just covering the ACs and the vents the last 2 years. Much easier to clear off the snow.

When I finally get all the driveline and mechanical systems fully restored I will begin with the wheel wells and basement doors. Then on to a new paint job. By then I will be serious about a roof over it.

Good topic for this thread. I'd like to hear what others have done also. Thumbs Up


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I used an ADCO cover that I bought new off of CL that I used last year successfully. There was no abrasion to the paint. Living in the rainy NW, I used a 1500 watt oil heater inside to keep the moisture level at a minimum. The oil heaters are very safe and some come with thermostats. The overall result was quite satisfactory. The only down side is if you want to use the coach it's a hassle to put on and take off. As Steve said the best option is a roof.


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First time to participate in a social forum - don't know if responding to one respondent or all.
With that said, thanks for your time. Will look for a cover on Craig's List as well. I too have experienced abrasion from a plastic tarp on a car. Right now I may use a tarp over a fabric cover.
Never thought about a possible interior moisture issue. I keep a used pick up in a dry barn and today when I used it (rarely used), light colored mold had formed on some of the interior. For the MH, I will certainly look into addressing the possibility, and consider an "oil burner".
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We have a ADCO, have used it for 8 of the nine years we have owned our 28 Regal. Just drained all line and winterize drains. Only ware is around exhaust pipes, but we got a repair kit and added cover over sharp edges of pipe. Only year not used was year it was inside storage. All who wander are not lost.


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Great.
Found it on Amazon for around $340.
I'd be happy to get merely 3-4 years of life.
Winters can be tough here in the 'burg" but I'm equally concerned about sun exposure.
Thx.
 
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I know of a Barth owner who stores his Barth in some limestone caves near Pittsburgh. They are commercially operated, etc. Being from Pittsburgh, I was interested in this since I was not aware of any limestone caves in the area.
Jim


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I, as well, have heard of the caverns near Pgh..
I will ask around and let you know of the area, and possibly the cost.
It might take a few weeks to find someone knowledgeable.
 
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The caves you are talking about , might be the old underground mines, that are about 10 miles from my house . the address is rt 18 , wampum pa . the name is Wampum Underground Commerce Center . this is about 40 miles north of pittsburgh . i have stored my boats in there many times . there website is wampumunderground . com Bob


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Model:: Barth Regal
Length:: 25 ft
Engine:: New Chevy 454 HO
Chassis:: P-30
Data Tag Number:: 8606 3339 25FP2
 
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Great info. We all appreciate it.
Do you know, as I have heard, if there is a high humidity issue with mine storage?
 
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There is regular storage in the mine & climate controlled storage also , for a much higher price . i used to put my boat in the mines regular storage & we would put charcoal in open containers to absorb the moisture . there was always some mold on the seats no matter what we did . if I was going to store my barth in the mines , i would pay extra for the climate controlled . Bob


Year:: 1986
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Length:: 25 ft
Engine:: New Chevy 454 HO
Chassis:: P-30
Data Tag Number:: 8606 3339 25FP2
 
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