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.
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
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 !!
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
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 ?
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