trailer condensation

[Malcolm]

I have just bought a Dastle Racebox enclosed trailer. Sometimes I understand condesation forms inside enclosed trailers between use. Have others experienced this and does anyone have any practical solutions? All help appreciated.

 

[David Morton]

Possibly by using a small 12v computer type fan with minimum current drain and a Deta leisure battery (they dont mind if they go completely flat).

 

[dave harris]

The best way I've found is a small heat source - the easiest for me was to wire up a 100 W light bulb and simply plug into an extension cord. Minimal power usage and it seems to work well in small enclosed trailers. The fan as suggested above would have problems if you have large temp swings and high humidity in your area - - no jabs intended toward the UK - - Honest!

 

[Rob]

I don't have this issue, but keep mine indoors. But, do have a suggestion, go to marine store or marine web site and take a look at the solar powered fan vents. I mounted one of these on my boat for humity control. Worked like a champ.

 

[Malcolm]

I have thought about these solar powered vents. I don't really want to chop holes in the trailer just yet though! Really the trailer just needs to breath and have a change over of air. Insulating the trailer with polystyrene will close the cold bridge that forms the condensation but looks pig ugly to me. I may put in a dehumidifer whilst it is in storage and see if that solves the issue.

Thanks for the tips guys, most helpful.

 

[DavidTC]

Malcolm
The boat solution is the best option. Those of us who sail regularly have vents in the cabin door and a solar powered panel does the trick over the long winter storage. It's a bit like a house you don't want a sealed box you need some circulation. The solar powered option is reaonably cheap. You live near London so Ocean near Embankment tube station will be a supplier.
David