Just bought, never used Freelander, possibly late 90’s model. It’s got the usual sewn in ground sheet for the sleeping area but, I’m after the whole footprint sheet that protects the sleeping area and covers the awning.
Long shot, does anyone have one in their loft etc… knocking about?
Thanks in advance.
Dave
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Dave, this is a public forum, anyone can look at it: you shouldn’t post personal details like your mobile number.
As to your question, an Arco tarpaulin worked for us but for a groundsheet only: it’s a startling blue.
Tarpaulins are much the same material as most SIGS/Extension Ground Sheets and Footprints but MUCH cheaper, and obviously far easier to obtain than obscure custom footprints.
Available in a number of colours, not just loud 'startling blue', and grades. Bought oversize, they can easily be cut down to make a custom fit (the cut edges tend not to fray much, but can be seamed if nifty on a sewing machine, or bound with tape to reinforce), or simply folded under to make correct size/shape, grommets are easy to fit to provide pegging points.
Take a look here for typical range and pricing: https://tarpaulinstoreuk.co.uk/ (other suppliers available, and not endorsing this one)
Applies equally to fitted SIGs, custom ground sheets and Tarps, they can be very slippery when feet/shoes/floor wet! Some form of carpeting/matting is a big improvement!
Quote: Originally posted by Monty15 on 08/5/2022
Tarpaulins are much the same material as most SIGS/Extension Ground Sheets and Footprints but MUCH cheaper, and obviously far easier to obtain than obscure custom footprints.
Available in a number of colours, not just loud 'startling blue', and grades. Bought oversize, they can easily be cut down to make a custom fit (the cut edges tend not to fray much, but can be seamed if nifty on a sewing machine, or bound with tape to reinforce), or simply folded under to make correct size/shape, grommets are easy to fit to provide pegging points.
Take a look here for typical range and pricing: https://tarpaulinstoreuk.co.uk/ (other suppliers available, and not endorsing this one)
Applies equally to fitted SIGs, custom ground sheets and Tarps, they can be very slippery when feet/shoes/floor wet! Some form of carpeting/matting is a big improvement!
Out of interest, what is the procedure for grommets? Although as you said, I could simply fold under and not peg it.
Quote: Originally posted by dashriprod on 08/5/2022
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Out of interest, what is the procedure for grommets? Although as you said, I could simply fold under and not peg it.
Grommets, Eyelets, Cringles, whatever name they go by, same procedure - punch hole in Tarp, fit two parts of 'grommet', then 'set' to clamp firmly in place.
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