Full jacket or not that is the question ..

[Sonar]

Does any member use an external thermal screen cover while in the Moho or pvc over night in the winter and does it stop the condensation inside or just reduce it
The claims from most websites that make these say stops condensation ..

I just liked the idea of not scraping ice off the outside of the windscreen .And Because of the overhang of the roof I am hoping that any rain will not get trapped between the screen cover and the screen. Then again being thermal it should not freeze if it did.

Your thoughts please.

Also anyone use the above and a full bonnet cover if so what are the advantages or disadvantages..
Like keeping out draughts .


Internal thermal screen cover does that eliminate the internal condensation while in the van. .overnights . Or again just reduce the condensation.
If you did not use them with an external screen cover.

as all above I am talking about cold nights or winter weather..

The internal side windows don’t seem to suffer with condensation. Just the screen….

 

[RichardHelen262]

Internal screens are ok for privacy, but do very little to stop condensation.
However the external screens are really good at stopping condensation.

 

[Sonar]

Thanks for the reply I have ordered an external screen cover from . https://polartechnologies.co.uk/blogs/news/welcome-to-our-brand-new-website

I went for the extended version. Covers the top bonnet grill so as I don’t have to stick the wipers out to hold it down.
Seems most of the covers are for a 2006 onwards. Or some sort of universal thing that looks like it could or could not fit.
The one I have on order is for the 2003 fiat .

 

[2cv]

I see internal screens allowing condensation on the window as a marvellous dehumidifier, with the collected moisture easily removed with a kercher.

 

[Sonar]

I see internal screens allowing condensation on the window as a marvellous dehumidifier, with the collected moisture easily removed with a kercher.

Yes we have a window vac and it got used a lot but it was only on the windscreen and the strange thing about it is there is a terrific draught in the cab area at the same time.

A curtain between the cab and habitation stops 90 % of the draught.

 

[Exwindsurfer]

I tried internal screens and found them a wast of time external ever time for me

 

[Sonar]

I trying internal screens and found them a wast of time external ever time for me

Thanks has it reduced or completely done away with the condensation .

 

[Exwindsurfer]

Thanks has it reduced or completely done away with the condensation .

Done away with it + the external keep the heat in unlike the internal ones.

 

[Sonar]

Thankyou for your reply.

 

[wildebus]

I tried internal screens and found them a wast of time external ever time for me

a waste of time depends on what you are trying to achieve, no?
If it is heat retention, then the external screen would be better.
if it is privacy or cutting out light - which are perfectly valid reasons to use a screen or blind - then the internal option are just as good and also more convenient as well.

 

[2cv]

Internal v external also depends on how you plan to use your van. In extreme wind or cold for a short stay external could be difficult or at least unpleasant to fit.

 

[Carrerasax]

No condensation with our external “Taylormade” version. It covers top of bonnet as well, elasticated straps hook onto grille, to hold in place.
We have standard fit internal blinds.
So condensation and winter insulation is the reason we use them.

 

[Calianbay]

As others have said external screens no condensation internal yes you do get condensation that said we have both and find the internal screens invaluable when en route somewhere when it’s just a quick overnight stop or it’s late or you’re unsure of the area easy fit and take down without leaving the vehicle

 

[Sonar]

I would not have used them in the summer just when it started to get cold
I guess every else would be the same so they would not have been used every time.

 

[Burge]

We use ours all the time no Condensation whatsoever, also ours covers the Vents too to stop leaves ect from entering.

 

[Sonar]

Mines the same well the one I have placed an order for only it’s in black so If we want to we could make a bonnet to over the bonnet cover as well if it would stop any draughts from the cab.

We have curtains between the cab and hab area so really won’t be using it in the summer

 

[BunnyB]

I have an e external Polar screen which I use in summer as well as winter, however if I'm only staying for one night anywhere I use an internal curtain, using a Kercher for the condensation which may occur anytime is good but yet another chore to be avoided.

 

[Glass man]

I have an external screen, excellent in winter as the glass stays warn inside so no condensation, just remember to keep it on until just before you move off, if you remove it earlier then you can get condensation. Worked well, in Zurich last winter at -8°C.
It is also excellent in summer, it stops the sun BEFORE it gets in the van. Perfect at 42° C in Portugal in July.
I do not know how strong you are. The big screens that go onto your bonnet certainly work well if you are going on winter sports BUT they are bigger to store and much heavier to put on. Can be very difficult in strong winds.

 

[wildebus]

I have an external screen, excellent in winter as the glass stays warn inside so no condensation, just remember to keep it on until just before you move off, if you remove it earlier then you can get condensation. Worked well, in Zurich last winter at -8°C.
It is also excellent in summer, it stops the sun BEFORE it gets in the van. Perfect at 42° C in Portugal in July.
I do not know how strong you are. The big screens that go onto your bonnet certainly work well if you are going on winter sports BUT they are bigger to store and much heavier to put on. Can be very difficult in strong winds.

You really also need outside storage as they can be very wet when brought in and all that benefit from 'no condensation' (dubious really as the same amount of water vapour is released inside - it is just 'held' in a different form) is more than wiped out if you drag in a cold wet screen.

 

[RichardHelen262]

You really also need outside storage as they can be very wet when brought in and all that benefit from 'no condensation' (dubious really as the same amount of water vapour is released inside - it is just 'held' in a different form) is more than wiped out if you drag in a cold wet screen.

I put ours in the shower if I have to bring it in wet