abc40kids wrote:
My Cardinal has them (3 slides) they do there job but after 9 years look bad and have for a few years. I've had to use awning tape in spots on all 3. So I just bought a new 5er with 5 slides and no toppers. I told my wife awhile back I wouldn't do toppers again and I don't mind sweeping them off, no big deal. 
I've read all the pros and cons, many love them many hate them.... I guess my question is if the dealers thought you would leak w/o they would all have them?? If I'm good w/o I don't want them. Seems to me they might block some heat and keep debris off the slide but if that's it I'll pass. What do ya'll think??
Pass yes they may block heat and debris. But they also flap in the wind and pool water when it rains. They create any many issues as they resolve.