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10-06-2021, 03:15 PM
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#21
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Trailer: 2013 19' & 2013 15B
Posts: 2,634
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Originally Posted by ebike1
Question: Can 1 person put on and take off the cover ? I will not have anyone else helping me and weight of the cover may also be an issue.
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I have put the cover on and taken it off my Escape several times by myself. When I put the cover on, I fold it up on the ground, carry it up a stepladder and place it on the centre of the roof of the trailer. I than unfold the ends and sides of the cover. If I have folded it correctly and oriented it in the right direction, everything will be in the correct spot when it is unfolded.
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2013 19' \ 2013 15B, 2020 Toyota 4Runner TRD Offroad
"It is better to remain silent at the risk of being thought a fool, than to talk and remove all doubt of it." - 1907, Maurice Switzer
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10-06-2021, 04:23 PM
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#22
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: North Van., British Columbia
Trailer: 2014 Escape 19, sold; 2019 Escape 21, Sept. 2019
Posts: 8,743
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Yes but some preparation is required.
It's important to have the cover folded up in a way so that when you get it up on the roof all bundled up that it unfolds right side out and the front at the front. Don't ask me how I know that.
The bundle can be pushed up the ladder located at the side mid-point and pushed onto the roof. Then it's just a matter of wiggle jiggle, moving the ladder etc. I use a boat hook to reach over and help it over a vent etc. if it hangs up.
Easier with 2 but certainly doable with one.
Ron
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10-06-2021, 04:55 PM
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#23
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Member
Join Date: Sep 2016
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Trailer: 2022 21C Escape
Posts: 71
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ron in BC
Yes but some preparation is required.
It's important to have the cover folded up in a way so that when you get it up on the roof all bundled up that it unfolds right side out and the front at the front. Don't ask me how I know that.
The bundle can be pushed up the ladder located at the side mid-point and pushed onto the roof. Then it's just a matter of wiggle jiggle, moving the ladder etc. I use a boat hook to reach over and help it over a vent etc. if it hangs up.
Easier with 2 but certainly doable with one.
Ron
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Thank you. It sounds challenging. Preparing it for the next use would be essential. I think it is a good idea for me to get one after I get my new trailer but I doubt I will put it on the trailer unless it will be stored for several weeks or more.
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10-06-2021, 04:59 PM
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#24
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Ventura County, California
Trailer: 2015 Escape 17A
Posts: 2,344
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Granted, I have an Escape 17, so it's smaller and lighter, but I routinely put on and take off our Calmark Cover. I was shown this method when at the Calmark Co. back lot.
To take it off, instead of folding, I roll it up from the front to the middle (in between the Maxxfan and the A/C unit), and then roll up from the back to the middle. Then I slide those twin rolls down one side of the trailer into a tall plastic laundry basket.
To install, I throw rope over the trailer middle, tie one end to the ends of twin rolls, and pull then up over the trailer. Then, just unroll toward each trailer end.
Note: I can, solo. But my wife cannot pull hard enough to get the roll up and over. I suppose she could install, by folding the rolls, and, with a ladder, place it on the roof, then unfold and unroll.
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10-06-2021, 08:12 PM
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#25
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Member
Join Date: Sep 2016
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Trailer: 2022 21C Escape
Posts: 71
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dfandrews
Granted, I have an Escape 17, so it's smaller and lighter, but I routinely put on and take off our Calmark Cover. I was shown this method when at the Calmark Co. back lot.
To take it off, instead of folding, I roll it up from the front to the middle (in between the Maxxfan and the A/C unit), and then roll up from the back to the middle. Then I slide those twin rolls down one side of the trailer into a tall plastic laundry basket.
To install, I throw rope over the trailer middle, tie one end to the ends of twin rolls, and pull then up over the trailer. Then, just unroll toward each trailer end.
Note: I can, solo. But my wife cannot pull hard enough to get the roll up and over. I suppose she could install, by folding the rolls, and, with a ladder, place it on the roof, then unfold and unroll.
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Don thanks - It sounds like I better go to rodeo school to learn how to do this. I get the idea of how you are making it more efficient. I have no idea if I would have the strength to pull it up and over. Unfortunately my husband who could figure anything out and do anything like this passed away last year. I will get a cover after I get my trailer and try some of the methods suggested here. Thank you
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10-06-2021, 09:56 PM
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#26
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: North Van., British Columbia
Trailer: 2014 Escape 19, sold; 2019 Escape 21, Sept. 2019
Posts: 8,743
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It's one of those situations where trying to put the process into words makes it sound more difficult or complicated than it really is. After you've done it a couple of times it just becomes a matter of a little puff and grunt and it's done.
If lifting is an issue rolling it up or folding it up into a compact bundle and letting it rest on the sloping ladder and partly lifting, partly sliding it makes it easier.
Ron
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10-07-2021, 08:39 AM
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#27
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Kent, Ohio
Trailer: 2017 21c Sold, 2023 Bigfoot 25RQ
Posts: 1,382
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Dave Walter
Calmark covers are definitely well made. However, the Calmark cover on my 15B is too heavy to allow any charging of the batteries via solar while the trailer is covered. The ADCO cover that I have used on my 19' for the past 8 years (and is still in good condition) allows the solar to keep the 19's batteries fully charged while covered over the winter (provided there is no snow on top of the cover).
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Interesting, my solar panel does charge through my Calmark, just very slowly.
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10-07-2021, 09:55 AM
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#28
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Santa Cruz, California
Trailer: 2014 Escape 19
Posts: 755
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My solar panel also charges very slowly through the Calmark cover. At one time Calmark would incorporate a clear vinyl window for a solar panel, but they had discontinued the practice when I ordered a cover for my 17 back in 2012. Apparently the cover outlasted the window.
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2014 Escape 19
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10-07-2021, 10:31 AM
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#29
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Trailer: 2013 19' & 2013 15B
Posts: 2,634
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Quote:
Originally Posted by oldwave
Interesting, my solar panel does charge through my Calmark, just very slowly.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by santacruzer
My solar panel also charges very slowly through the Calmark cover. At one time Calmark would incorporate a clear vinyl window for a solar panel, but they had discontinued the practice when I ordered a cover for my 17 back in 2012. Apparently the cover outlasted the window.
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It is possible that Calmark covers are not all the same and different covers could be made from different materials. My Calmark cover is very heavy/thick material, almost like a canvas. There is no way that any light is passing through it.
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2013 19' \ 2013 15B, 2020 Toyota 4Runner TRD Offroad
"It is better to remain silent at the risk of being thought a fool, than to talk and remove all doubt of it." - 1907, Maurice Switzer
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10-07-2021, 05:39 PM
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#30
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Member
Join Date: Mar 2019
Location: La Selva Beach, California
Trailer: Escape 19 2020
Posts: 95
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ebike1
Don thanks - It sounds like I better go to rodeo school to learn how to do this. I get the idea of how you are making it more efficient. I have no idea if I would have the strength to pull it up and over. Unfortunately my husband who could figure anything out and do anything like this passed away last year. I will get a cover after I get my trailer and try some of the methods suggested here. Thank you
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I do the same thing on my 19 as Don does, it is a California thing! (I think he gave me the idea?) I store mine in a big tote, pull it out of there and roll it on, between the MaxxFan and AC. Taking it off is just reverse. Make sure if you pull it over to the awning side that you protect the awning from a rope burn! I'm able to do this by myself, takes about 15-20 minutes total. Two ladders make it easier too.
Larry
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10-13-2021, 02:59 PM
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#31
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Junior Member
Join Date: Apr 2020
Location: Corona, California
Trailer: 2019 Escape 17B
Posts: 3
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Escape 2019 17B Cover
Hi Shawn, just wanted to share my experience. Initially I got my cover from Escape (Polypro..from Classic Accessories) which got torn apart in few months due to winds we have in California. The materials seemed weak especially at the top seams. Soooo, I called the classic accessories who recommended I get the Permapro which is stronger. After trying it on for 3-4 months it did seem stronger materials, but!, the cover somehow reacted with the fiberglass or something like that and messed up my fiberglass with shades of gray all over the top of my 2019 17B. Now, I am not putting it on anymore as I am afraid it might mess it up more and may need to wax it out (not done yet). Just wanted to share my experience. I also attached a photo fyi. Sid
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10-13-2021, 04:12 PM
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#32
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Member
Join Date: Sep 2016
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Trailer: 2022 21C Escape
Posts: 71
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Quote:
Originally Posted by sasbagh
Hi Shawn, just wanted to share my experience. Initially I got my cover from Escape (Polypro..from Classic Accessories) which got torn apart in few months due to winds we have in California. The materials seemed weak especially at the top seams. Soooo, I called the classic accessories who recommended I get the Permapro which is stronger. After trying it on for 3-4 months it did seem stronger materials, but!, the cover somehow reacted with the fiberglass or something like that and messed up my fiberglass with shades of gray all over the top of my 2019 17B. Now, I am not putting it on anymore as I am afraid it might mess it up more and may need to wax it out (not done yet). Just wanted to share my experience. I also attached a photo fyi. Sid
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Thanks for sharing your experience.. sounds like a good decision
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10-13-2021, 05:35 PM
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#33
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: North Van., British Columbia
Trailer: 2014 Escape 19, sold; 2019 Escape 21, Sept. 2019
Posts: 8,743
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Quote:
Originally Posted by sasbagh
Now, I am not putting it on anymore as I am afraid it might mess it up more and may need to wax it out (not done yet). Sid
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It's a shame to have a cover and not use it. I've taken to putting a Painters/Contractor type drop sheet over the roof first, then the cover on top of it. The plastic is very soft, won't scratch the gelcoat and 9' wide, perfect width, just hangs down a sides a little bit. A few bits of tape hold it place while the cover is being installed.
If the stains don't come out easily you could try Davis FSR (fiberglass stain remover). It's given me excellent results even on heavily yellow f.g. boat hulls.
Ron
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10-16-2021, 12:38 PM
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#34
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Junior Member
Join Date: Apr 2020
Location: Corona, California
Trailer: 2019 Escape 17B
Posts: 3
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Thanks Ron for the information.
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