|
06-10-2014, 11:36 AM
|
#1
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: B.C
Posts: 1,399
|
Skirting
I'm looking for skirting for my trailer and I can't find anyone in B.C that supplies them
I was at the dealer yesterday and he called many people and he said that the only place to get skirting is in the States.
Does anyone know where I can get these close by or online
__________________
2010 Keystone Cougar 25 RL.
|
|
|
06-10-2014, 02:56 PM
|
#2
|
Site Team
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Gaylord
Posts: 26,997
|
Steve,
When we were in Wichita recently, I took these pictures of RV's in the campground we stayed in. Obviously they are full-timing and probably not moving very often. The skirting they had installed is a heavy duty vinyl (similar to boat canopies) with snaps every 12-18" along the top and stake loops along the bottom every 36" or so... It looked like a really good way to have some control of weather under the RV and still be able to be mobile in "not too long"...
This might be a consideration for you depending on your needs.
__________________
John
2015 F250 6.7l 4x4
2014 Cougar X Lite 27RKS
|
|
|
06-10-2014, 03:05 PM
|
#3
|
Site Team
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Fraser Valley BC Canada
Posts: 7,015
|
I'm sure if you Googled RV skirting, you'd find plenty of hits to explore - most of which are probably in the US. As JRTJH suggested, using heavy duty vinyl with snaps is one way to go. Many marine bimini makers will custom make what you are looking for - including all the SS snaps necessary to fasten it to your RV.
Many people also use a combination of foil-backed insulation, vinyl siding or plywood. This method takes a bit more time and effort to make and install but is probably more efficient in keeping your RV "winter proof". It might also be less costly than a custom-made, flexible vinyl skirt and if you are reasonably handy, you can fabricate the rigid type yourself.
__________________
2008 Cougar 5th Wheel 27RKS
2005 2500 GMC Duramax
|
|
|
06-10-2014, 05:34 PM
|
#4
|
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Reedsport
Posts: 322
|
I agree with Festus2, your local upholsterer/boat canvas maker should be able to build what you want. While I think they are very useful and can be done to be attractive some parks may not allow them because it opens the door for, shall we say, less attractive solutions to neat and tidy skirting. Salvaged siding, hay bales etc......
__________________
2007 Keystone Cougar 243RKS
2019 Ford F150 S/Crew ECOBoost
|
|
|
06-10-2014, 06:43 PM
|
#5
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Arrey,
Posts: 2,368
|
Steve S. Howdy;
When I got my skirting made for my RV I used these folks.
rvskirting.com
I went to them while relocating from Utah to Southern
New Mexico. They also will work with you and explain how
to measure your RV to ensure a good and proper fit.
hankaye
__________________
Striving for a less complicated life since 1949 ...
Home: 2008 Cougar 278 RKS
T.V.: 2004 F-250 4X4, Level III BulletProofed , Detroit Tru-Track Differential (915A550)
Dog: 2006 Border Collie (Rascal) aka Maximum fur dispersal unit. (08/04/2006 - 12/16/2017) RIP.
|
|
|
06-11-2014, 08:23 AM
|
#6
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: B.C
Posts: 1,399
|
Thanks for the replies, the picks and ideas have got me thinking
As my surgeon wants me to stick close by for the next 3 yrs I got to thinking about building a 2x4 insulated skirt and installing vinyl siding on it.
The RV guy told me this morning that it'll be way better this way to keep my floors warm in the winter and he also said I won't need to buy tank heaters.
__________________
2010 Keystone Cougar 25 RL.
|
|
|
06-13-2014, 11:37 AM
|
#7
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Brant Lake,NY
Posts: 321
|
My local Marina makes Boat Covers and I showed her what I wanted she took the measurements for a storage area / bike garage.The DW picked the color and the fabric to be used and if it looks good will have her make the skirting to match.
__________________
Gary & Gail
Alfa Gold 3905SH
2016 F350 DWD 4X4 6.7,3.73 Rear
2012 Cougar 318SAB
2015 F350 SWD 4X4 3.55 Rear
|
|
|
06-15-2014, 11:02 PM
|
#8
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Portland, OR
Posts: 4,223
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by JRTJH
Steve,
When we were in Wichita recently, I took these pictures of RV's in the campground we stayed in. Obviously they are full-timing and probably not moving very often. The skirting they had installed is a heavy duty vinyl (similar to boat canopies) with snaps every 12-18" along the top and stake loops along the bottom every 36" or so... It looked like a really good way to have some control of weather under the RV and still be able to be mobile in "not too long"...
This might be a consideration for you depending on your needs.
|
Why would you think they are not moving very often? I would think putting that skirting on takes less than 15 minutes, about the same to remove. Depending on bulk and weight, I would use during winter weekend camping. Once you create a dead air space under the trailer, a simple quartz light would keep much warmer down there.
Only issue I see is if a propane had a leak.
__________________
Russ & Paula and Belle the Beagle.
2016 Ram Laramie 3500 DRW 14,000# GVWR (New TV)
2005 Copper Canyon 293 FWSLS 32’ GVWR 12,360
Visit and enjoy Oregon State Parks
|
|
|
06-16-2014, 02:22 AM
|
#9
|
Site Team
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Gaylord
Posts: 26,997
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by rhagfo
Why would you think they are not moving very often? I would think putting that skirting on takes less than 15 minutes, about the same to remove. Depending on bulk and weight, I would use during winter weekend camping. Once you create a dead air space under the trailer, a simple quartz light would keep much warmer down there.
Only issue I see is if a propane had a leak.
|
Flower pots and other lawn decorations, permanent awnings with permanent raised wooden patios, yard storage buildings painted to match the RV/skirting, etc. Those were just a "few of the clues" that they weren't going anywhere soon....
__________________
John
2015 F250 6.7l 4x4
2014 Cougar X Lite 27RKS
|
|
|
06-16-2014, 10:01 AM
|
#10
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: B.C
Posts: 1,399
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by rhagfo
Why would you think they are not moving very often?
|
Old cars with the hoods up with no tires, dogs chained to dog houses...etc.
__________________
2010 Keystone Cougar 25 RL.
|
|
|
06-16-2014, 10:44 AM
|
#11
|
Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Venice
Posts: 5,346
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by JRTJH
Flower pots and other lawn decorations, permanent awnings with permanent raised wooden patios, yard storage buildings painted to match the RV/skirting, etc. Those were just a "few of the clues" that they weren't going anywhere soon....
|
The 100lb. propane tank makes a heck of a sound if you try to drag it buy that hose also.
__________________
Hank & Lynn
2007 Cougar 290RKS, E-Z Flex, 16" XPS RIBs ( SOLD .. Gonna miss her ... looking for new 5r)
2004.5 Dodge 2500 QC, LB, 5.9HO, WestTach gauges, Ride-Rite
|
|
|
06-20-2014, 01:21 AM
|
#12
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Canada
Posts: 402
|
I had 2 5ers with inclosed areas
Made up the skirting using salvage material hid all things from prying eyes. One clown asked to see under the nose of the 5er to see what We had under there .I said that was why We have it closed in to keep our things private My 4x4 bike was there but locked also I did not show the nosey Guy the storage area He was half drunk and a pain for a week till He left the camp ...Bushman
|
|
|
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
» Recent Threads |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|