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11-26-2021, 08:43 AM
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Established Member
Join Date: Nov 2021
Location: Nashville
Posts: 39
M.O.C. #30102
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Help me pick a cover
I am having a hard time deciding on a cover for my 3121RL . You guys have any recommendations?
Thanks
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11-26-2021, 10:03 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2018
Location: Austin
Posts: 2,420
M.O.C. #21044
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Here you go...18x45x16' eave ht.
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MikenDebbie Aggie ‘77 in the sticks near Austin TX
2019 Chevy 3500 High Country DRW
2018 Montana 3921FB
Aussie Gus + Texas Heeler Jimmy
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11-26-2021, 10:16 AM
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Established Member
Join Date: Nov 2021
Location: Nashville
Posts: 39
M.O.C. #30102
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Mikendebbie
Here you go...18x45x16' eave ht.
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In do time but for now I need a fabric cover.
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11-26-2021, 10:17 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: Oro Valley
Posts: 3,932
M.O.C. #20477
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Henry,
Search the forum on this and you will find most recommend no cover.
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Zack and Donna plus Millie and Ranger
2018 3160RL
"Life is too short to stay indoors, enjoy the ride!"
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11-26-2021, 10:32 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2018
Location: Austin
Posts: 2,420
M.O.C. #21044
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Flashracer
In do time but for now I need a fabric cover.
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I understand. It took me 10 years after last kid moved out to get that cover.
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MikenDebbie Aggie ‘77 in the sticks near Austin TX
2019 Chevy 3500 High Country DRW
2018 Montana 3921FB
Aussie Gus + Texas Heeler Jimmy
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11-26-2021, 06:14 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Park Hill
Posts: 166
M.O.C. #10841
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There are several companys in Arkansas that manufacture and install steel rv covers. Google metal carports you will find several. I actually have two for boat and 5th wheel storage. They are very sturdy and easy to install. They have there own installers deliver them and about three hours after arrival there done. They are reasonable priced.
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11-27-2021, 09:02 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Lake Gaston
Posts: 8,773
M.O.C. #12156
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Quote:
Originally Posted by AZ Traveler
Henry,
Search the forum on this and you will find most recommend no cover.
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Agree with that recommendation of no cover
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Mike and Lorraine
2002 3655 FL, 2005 3650RK
2010 3665RE, 2015 3910FB
F350 crew cab dually 6.7
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11-27-2021, 09:24 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Wilsey
Posts: 18,799
M.O.C. #11455
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Spent several years in Kansas with no cover before we went full time. Rig had no damage or problems. A friend covered his and had issues such as damage to the clear coat and broken drain extensions. Covers may be fine where there is little or no wind, but if it's windy something is going to give.
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Dick, Joyce, Diego, Picatso and Gustav
2017 3720 RL, and 2013 HC 343RL
Pullrite Hitch, IS, Disk Brakes, 3rd AC, Winegard Traveler, Bathroom door mod, Dometic 320, couch for desk swap, replaced chairs, sun screens, added awnings, etc.
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11-27-2021, 09:43 AM
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Established Member
Join Date: Nov 2021
Location: Nashville
Posts: 39
M.O.C. #30102
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 1retired06
Agree with that recommendation of no cover
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So most people think that storing with no cover is better then using a fabric cover. Do you think the cover hurts the paint and decals?
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11-27-2021, 11:04 AM
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Established Member
Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: Joppa
Posts: 22
M.O.C. #22627
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My last camper was covered for 14 years in Maryland. No damage from cover and paint looked great. Was covered with a Classic Accessories Over Drive PolyPRO3 Deluxe Travel Trailer Cover. It lasted the 14 years being used every winter.
New trailer 3121RL delivered October of 2018. Part of the deal was a Camco cover. Literally fell apart first winter, gray fabric became see thru then fell off trailer. Camco replaced under warranty but I did not use last winter, installed this October. Gray fabric has wear spots right out of the box which I have patched. Hopefully it last this winter.
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2019 3120RL
2018 F350 DRW
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11-27-2021, 06:57 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Apr 2021
Location: everywhere, USA
Posts: 281
M.O.C. #28634
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Look at car covers, we just got one for our 3761FL. Looks and fits great, only issue is zippers are not in the right location for our door. Other than that, its a nice cover for $450
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2021 Montana 3761FL, 9 LIFPO4 batteries & 1700 watts of panels w/ Multiplus II 3K inverter and 30amp DC to DC charger from truck. 8k Dexter axles w/ Kodiak disc brakes.
2019 6.7 diesel F350 DRW with Banks derringer and 4"exhaust, airlift bags, 25k B & W Companion hitch, 45 gal. aux. diesel tank and 14k Winch, just in case!
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11-28-2021, 07:52 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: May 2006
Location:
Posts: 1,700
M.O.C. #5751
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 1retired06
Agree with that recommendation of no cover
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Same here. If you have much wind it might wear a hole in the cover or the cover will wear a place on your RV.
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11-28-2021, 02:21 PM
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Established Member
Join Date: Feb 2019
Location: Dixon
Posts: 22
M.O.C. #23412
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Todd & Mary
Look at car covers, we just got one for our 3761FL. Looks and fits great, only issue is zippers are not in the right location for our door. Other than that, its a nice cover for $450
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Do you have a link for it?
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11-28-2021, 04:04 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Mar 2019
Location: Milwaukie, OR
Posts: 1,470
M.O.C. #23668
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Flashracer
So most people think that storing with no cover is better then using a fabric cover. Do you think the cover hurts the paint and decals?
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I think a lot depends on location/environment. We have covered our trailers for many years without issue. For us it does help protect. Ours is parked in a relatively protected spot so wind doesn't beat it up or cause undue rubbing on the trailer paint.
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2018 Montana HC 305RL / HW Progressive EMS
2015 RAM 3500 Laramie Longhorn Crew Cab 4x4 DRW / Demco Recon Hitch on RAM Puck Ball
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12-01-2021, 01:42 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jun 2020
Location: Qualicum Beach
Posts: 665
M.O.C. #26399
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Flashracer
I am having a hard time deciding on a cover for my 3121RL . You guys have any recommendations?
Thanks
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Like AC covers, money makers for all concerned. None of my RV's have been covered, they sit under 3' of snow on the roof. I have heard many stories of RV covers casuing wear damage, let alone contribute to mold issues. Same with AC, a service man filled me in on that scam. Just think rain.
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2017 Ford F450 diesel dually
600AH Battle Born Lithium Batteries, 1,080 watts solar
3,000 watt hybrid inverter with 120A charger
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12-01-2021, 02:39 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: May 2015
Location: fargo
Posts: 185
M.O.C. #17461
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Definitely no cover if parked outside, if inside a cover is great.
You don't want anything rubbing on paint, a cover in wind will absolutely rub paint. You will reduce sun fade, but that the cost of paint scratches.
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12-01-2021, 04:09 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Virginia Beach
Posts: 281
M.O.C. #23051
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Flashracer
I am having a hard time deciding on a cover for my 3121RL . You guys have any recommendations?
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Put on a good coat of wax and leave it uncovered! seriously!!!
We covered our first Keystone travel trailer the first year we owned it. One year later I sold the cover to someone else. We had a horrible experience with ours covered and will never use one again. (unless it's that metal building). We had siding delamination and it was a result of moisture and lack of air flow because of the cover. Once the filon siding delaminated, we had permanent bubbles in the siding until the day we sold it. I know we lost money because of the bubbles. Lesson learned.
We also worried about the chaffing on the corners and edges every time we had strong winds.
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2019 Montana High Country 331RL
2017 Ford F250 Super Duty, 6.7 PSD
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12-01-2021, 04:31 PM
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New Member
Join Date: Nov 2020
Location: Kensington
Posts: 5
M.O.C. #27478
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We have a 3121RL and decided to go with the Adco all climate designer series olefin RV cover after MUCH research. It's a nice cover.
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12-03-2021, 04:47 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Jun 2015
Location: Raymond
Posts: 57
M.O.C. #17519
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Mikendebbie
Here you go...18x45x16' eave ht.
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Am I reading that right, $10,000 for that thing?
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12-03-2021, 05:05 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Jun 2015
Location: Raymond
Posts: 57
M.O.C. #17519
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...e?ie=UTF8&th=1
I have this one. It seems very well made, time will tell. There is no way it will blow off or move around. There is plenty of straps to hold it on, plus 3 straps go all the way around the camper from the sides.
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