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04-18-2017, 10:11 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Marana, Arizona
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Uncovered storage in the desert question
We're doing the walk-thru of our new home here in Tucson, AZ later today, and closing next week. Naturally, we're looking at storage options for the 5.0TA we'll be picking up next Monday and would appreciate any thoughtful comments and opions on the effect a blazing sun will have on fiberglass. As always, many thanks in advance for any information you can share!
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04-18-2017, 10:42 AM
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Location: North Van., British Columbia
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It's not the f.g. I'd worry about. It's the plastic items such as vent lids etc. that discolor and turn brittle from the high UV. Some sort of sun protection is probably a good idea for the long term.
Ron
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04-18-2017, 10:55 AM
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Location: Phoenix, Arizona
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Ron, definitely has good advice.
I wax twice a year with Meguiars Premium Marine wax and use 303 Protectant on all the plastic pieces and exposed awning. So far, two years uncovered storage and still looks new. Due to the fine grit and occasional high winds here in AZ, covers aren't a good idea as they'll cause swirls in the gel coat that you won't be able to buff out.
Once you experience your first Haboob, Rich, it will make more sense.
https://www.google.com/search?q=habo...obile&ie=UTF-8
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04-18-2017, 11:23 AM
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Location: Tucson, AZ, Arizona
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desert storage
Rich, when you get settled in give me a call and take a look at our option.
Jack and Nancy Allen in NE Tucson
520-749-zero-nine-zero-nine
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04-18-2017, 06:58 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by azjack
Rich, when you get settled in give me a call and take a look at our option.
Jack and Nancy Allen in NE Tucson
520-749-zero-nine-zero-nine
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Will do! Thanks
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04-18-2017, 07:00 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ron in BC
It's not the f.g. I'd worry about. It's the plastic items such as vent lids etc. that discolor and turn brittle from the high UV. Some sort of sun protection is probably a good idea for the long term.
Ron
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Originally Posted by Greg A
Ron, definitely has good advice.
I wax twice a year with Meguiars Premium Marine wax and use 303 Protectant on all the plastic pieces and exposed awning. So far, two years uncovered storage and still looks new. Due to the fine grit and occasional high winds here in AZ, covers aren't a good idea as they'll cause swirls in the gel coat that you won't be able to buff out.
Once you experience your first Haboob, Rich, it will make more sense.
https://www.google.com/search?q=habo...obile&ie=UTF-8
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Sounds good to me. Covered 25 ft storage is $125/mo vs, $50 uncovered. I've got wax and 303.
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04-18-2017, 10:32 PM
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Location: Olympia wa, Washington
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My brother lives in Tucson I'm planning on spending lots of time there that's one of the reasons Im buying the 5.0 TA a little more space for longer trips when I retire.
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04-18-2017, 10:52 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Fox hunt
My brother lives in Tucson I'm planning on spending lots of time there that's one of the reasons Im buying the 5.0 TA a little more space for longer trips when I retire.
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You'll have to tell us more when you come over to visit our new rig once it's back in Tumwater, Kate.
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04-19-2017, 02:59 AM
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Yes sounds great
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04-22-2017, 01:09 PM
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Location: Queen Creek, Arizona
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Welcome to Az., if you are snow birds you will have the best of both worlds. If not, you will be heading to the mountains with the rest of us. Congrats on the new house and new trailer - nice!! Marilyn
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