Posted on 14/05/2019 14:59
I am considering purchasing a Front Towing cover for my new (to me) 2015 Lunar Clubman SB. I appreciate the protection they give, but I have some questions.
Which make would be best and at what cost?
How do you store them if you’ve travelled when it’s raining and it’s wet and dirty?
How easy are they to clean?
Many thanks in advance for your replies.
Posted on 17/05/2019 09:54 by LeTouristeWe did buy a front cover, but returned it because it was a poor fit. Our decision then became one of, "why bother?" The towcar cost quite a bit more than the caravan, and we don't have a front cover for that. When towing, the front of the van is largely protected by the towcar in front of it. When selling the van, buyer/dealer is less interested in a front cover having been used than in the price they will pay for the van. So, in spite of protecting the van, the benefits of buying it, fiddling about with fitting and removal, all go in favour of the next buyer. You can buy a hell of a lot of good wine for two or three hundred quid!
Posted on 17/05/2019 10:27
my thoughts exactly. I often see folk whose first thing after setting up is to wipe (I would say wash but of course that is not allowed) the front of their van down when it really doesn't need it.
Having said that if doing this gives them pleasure or fills a need then it's their time so that is fine by me. Same with fitting towing covers. I suppose folk think I'm daft for cleaning boots after each climb.
It would be awful if we were all the same.
Posted on 15/05/2019 11:56 by Cornersteadyhave to agree, personal preference of course but time on site is too short, bad enough having to set up with water, electrics... before that first drink
Posted on 16/07/2019 14:47
Hope you don't mind me carrying on this conversation. In August we are going on our longest journey yet (first year in van) and my service technician has advised me several times on getting a towing cover. The main reason being that my Bailey Ranger has a single large window that would cost £500+ to get replaced if it got scratched, chipped, etc.
So I am considering the costs. Is it worth getting a cheaper one line a Rhino or to go to specialised coves / pro-tec where it lots more, but seems to be a better fit? Our caravan is 2008 so they don't hold the exact models now.
In addition do I need to make sure the front 2 van lights are visible on the side?
Many thanks for your thoughts.
Phil.
Posted on 18/07/2019 18:18
On buying a new Coachman at the show in February, a ‘free’ Elite Tow-cover was part of the deal. I had to wait for several weeks but when it arrived it was the best tow cover by far that I have ever owned. Made of something like neoprene and a 1/4 in thick, it fits snugly to the van and looks amazing. It protects from flying grit and stones. It’s very easy to clean as it’s a plastic type material on the outer skin. I have had two previous tow covers one from Specialised Covers and one from Protec. I wouldn’t be without one and I’m a little confused over the comment that they are ‘definitely hazardous ‘ - news to me!!
Posted on 17/05/2019 11:58 by TinwheelerAnd front covers are definitely hazardous😄
PeterR
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