Just wondering if your van is fitted with standard screens or the better Midgie proof screens. We had lots of small insects entre through the standard stuff at night while away on our first trip. It was one of those things I did not think about at the time when placing the order. An over sight on my behalf.
Our old camper (sold) and our RV3 tent has midgie proof sreens.
The cost to swap over I think would be pricey.
Cheers Jim
Tony Bev said
04:37 PM Dec 12, 2016
Thanks for that info Jim, as I had no idea that you buy Midgie proof screens
Up to now, the screens I have, plus a fly hat, plus a bit of fly spray, seems to do the trick
Roving-Dutchy said
04:59 PM Dec 12, 2016
Why not try a D.I.Y solution, Midge mesh can be bought online about $12 1000 mm X 1220mm then cut to size of present mesh, use velcro self adhesive dots on mesh and windows and put up when needed on those windows that need it, we usually don't have all the windows open at night and find the midges are attracted to the lights.
Google "midge mesh" and you will find a number of sites.
Cheers
David
Ausdigga said
05:38 PM Dec 12, 2016
I had a bus fitted with all new midgie screens and a new door about 8 years ago , it all worked fine except for the 25mm gap under the door .Smart I don't think so !!
Hey Jim said
08:43 PM Dec 12, 2016
Thanks David,
I will have a looksee.
Cheers Jim
corolly2 said
04:09 PM Dec 13, 2016
Only problem I have heard about I the reduction in the breeze flow into the van due to the extra amount of restriction caused by the smaller holes meaning there is more screen material being placed in the available total opening space. I guess it is a trade off whether you prefer the breeze or dealing with the midges another way. We find having the light above the stove on, a great asset. The cooking smoke oiliness on the overhead metal panel acts as a very good fly paper for midges and they are easily wiped away the next morning
Dhutime said
05:08 PM Dec 13, 2016
Roving-Dutchy wrote:
Why not try a D.I.Y solution, Midge mesh can be bought online about $12 1000 mm X 1220mm then cut to size of present mesh, use velcro self adhesive dots on mesh and windows and put up when needed on those windows that need it, we usually don't have all the windows open at night and find the midges are attracted to the lights. Google "midge mesh" and you will find a number of sites. Cheers David
Sounds like a good plan David , I was thinking of buying some of the midge mesh and fitting those magnetic strips which can be glued to the window frame. I believe that some company's can also make them up to suit ?
Hi All,
Just wondering if your van is fitted with standard screens or the better Midgie proof screens. We had lots of small insects entre through the standard stuff at night while away on our first trip. It was one of those things I did not think about at the time when placing the order. An over sight on my behalf.
Our old camper (sold) and our RV3 tent has midgie proof sreens.
The cost to swap over I think would be pricey.
Cheers Jim
Up to now, the screens I have, plus a fly hat, plus a bit of fly spray, seems to do the trick
Google "midge mesh" and you will find a number of sites.
Cheers
David
Thanks David,
I will have a looksee.
Cheers Jim
Only problem I have heard about I the reduction in the breeze flow into the van due to the extra amount of restriction caused by the smaller holes meaning there is more screen material being placed in the available total opening space. I guess it is a trade off whether you prefer the breeze or dealing with the midges another way. We find having the light above the stove on, a great asset. The cooking smoke oiliness on the overhead metal panel acts as a very good fly paper for midges and they are easily wiped away the next morning
Sounds like a good plan David , I was thinking of buying some of the midge mesh and fitting those magnetic strips which can be glued to the window frame. I believe that some company's can also make them up to suit ?
Dhutime