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Baja_Man
Explorer
Apr 24, 2016

Class C cover.....awning, full cover or ????

Planning ahead for my used Class C 31' that I will be purchasing very soon. I would like to provide sun and rain protection as much as possible and am considering options.

I have room for a metal awning but it would hinder access to areas in front of my current metal garage. I have a 24'W area in front of my garage and a metal awning would take about 17'W (5' away from side wall per code. This is assuming a 12'W X 35'L awning covered on 3 sides.

OR

I can use those Costco type of awnings that use a polyethelene/plastic type of plastic cover with metal posts. Covers can be replaced.

OR

There are other type of awnings that utilize replacable type plastic covers and heavy duty poles (heavier wall) for the frame (better than the less expensive Costco type.

OR

Full Class C cover

Do the full covers provide UV and rain protection? What are some of better/best brands and fabrics?

Thanks!
Class C
  • Rolin's avatar
    Rolin
    Explorer
    Apr 25, 2016
    We tried the fabric cover and didn't like how difficult it was to put on and take off. Purchased one of those metal pole tarp covered units. It covers all but the cab portion. Have to replace the panels about every three to four years.

    Would rather have a metal cover, but can get away with placing this one closer to property line because its not permanent i.e. temporary structure.
  • Sam_Spade's avatar
    Sam_Spade
    Explorer
    Apr 25, 2016
    Dick_B wrote:
    Sunshield tarp big enough to cover the roof and hang down a little on the sides.


    Well that's an interesting option but..........
    How would you attach something like that to prevent it from becoming a giant sail/parachute in a stiff wind ??
  • Dick_B's avatar
    Dick_B
    Explorer
    Apr 25, 2016
    Sunshield tarp big enough to cover the roof and hang down a little on the sides.
  • Sam_Spade's avatar
    Sam_Spade
    Explorer
    Apr 24, 2016
    Baja Man wrote:

    Do the full covers provide UV and rain protection? What are some of better/best brands and fabrics?


    Yes but......
    A fabric that is heavy enough and tough enough so that you won't get serious rub holes from just moderate breezes would weigh a TON and be hard to handle (Impossible for one person).

    After having done that one year, I'm pretty sure I won't be doing it again.

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