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in depth THE MOTORHOME HIBERNATION GUIDE

Well, it’s almost time for some motorhomers to begin the process of putting their beloved vehicle into hibernation for the winter months. If you’re one of them, here’s some sound advice on prepping a motorhome properly, to ensure that you will have no nasty surprises come the spring.

MOTORHOME COVERS

Once your motorhome is spotlessly clean, a good-quality cover can protect it from the worst winter ravages.

It’s important, however, that any cover is a good fit and made of the right materials, because cheap, low-quality covers can do more harm than good.

This is because abrasive materials that constantly flap against the ’van’s sidewalls in the wind can permanently damage the all-important panel finish.

The best options are custom-made covers from the likes of Specialised Covers or Protec. These are designed to fit the precise dimensions of each vehicle and have durable waterproof exteriors. They also

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