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Barry & Maggie
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    And this is what prompted my response (above)…

    Barry & Maggie

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    Mike & Elaine are trying to join us. Meanwhile they’ve asked for help with their new Exsis… “We took ownership of our Exsis on 2 September. On reading the section on windscreen condensation we would ask members if they use internal or external thermal blinds? If so what do they recommend and where can they be purchased. We intend to use our Exsis throughout the winter so want to do all we can to keep heat inside. Kind regards Mike and Elaine”

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    September 14, 2018 at 3:03 PM
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    Although I’ve answered them directly from my own experiences (I have an external blind) it would be good to hear experiences from those with internal blinds. I answered “External insulating blinds, whilst the least convenient, are the very best at insulation – from heat as well as cold. If you wildcamp you shouldn’t use external blinds – if an emergency occurs, you wouldn’t be able to drive off without first exiting the vehicle. External blinds get wet! You therefore need to have somewhere out-of-the-way to store them (the boot is ideal). Internal insulating blinds don’t insulate nearly as well, and condensation can still occur on the windscreen between the glass and the blind, as the uncovered glass gets very cold. Internal blinds can be difficult for us to fit because of the reach from the dash to the screen.”

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    September 14, 2018 at 3:11 PM
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    Several adverts in the motorhome press. Silver Screens and Taylormade were the two main manufacturers if they are still in business, but there are also continental-made (German?) on the market that I have seen advertised.

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