How does the unit stand up to the elements? I'd be using to plow in the winter and simply take off the unit in non-winter months.
1357922
So far, so good. I live in Wisconsin; had this unit on for almost two years and have never removed the unit. Still lights up fine. Keep in mind that this unit is directly behind the center of the vehicle. If you use side mirrors this wont light-up the sides as much as right behind.
1357923
The white night stands up very well to the elements. Mine is hard wired so it's never removed. It's extremely helpful to see what's behind you when backing up. The unit is in the back of the rig, where as, the snow plow is in the front. It shouldn't be a problem.
1357924
My boyfriend has had it on his truck for about 2 years now and it is still working great. He leaves it on year round and it comes in handy during the summer to hook up trailers or load quads after dark too. So far winters in PA haven't bothered it tho
1357925
Fine. 3 winters and still looks new. Wiring somewhat protected with plastic back enclosure. Terminals all brass plated, so better than average construction for salt
1357926
Other than replacing a bulb it has held up really good. It is definatly a big help when backing up at night
1853502
Yes, I did this, it survived Oregon winters just fine. I ran it down the outside of my house and then down a fenceline about 100 ft.
710004
I have mine mounted where they get sun a lot of the day, and slightly wet when it rains. Had for almost 2 seasons with no problems. I do take them down in winter, but that are up for atleast 8 months a year.
2044399
we take ours up every year, mostly because we till the soil before winter. The only problem with leaving it down too long is the stakes rust and dissolve away, the material seems to hold up OK.
863735
The unit looks brand new and has been in the ground for about a full season. From 100F direct sun in the summer to -26F blowing snow and wind in the winter, I can see no visible degradation.
54325
Yes. Ours stood up all winter. We set the legs in sand and pebbles. So far so good
197022
this has been in our yard exposed to the elements for more than a year and continues to function. we are on the west coast so no exposure to snow.
1475336
I mounted it on a tractor almost a year ago. Lots of vibration, and out in the weather. It still works fine, though it is very susceptible to sun glare. Try to mount it so that it points down. Otherwise, excellent unit for the price.
2039767
It has stood up just fine for us. Was on the deck all winter.. I just brushed off the snow everytime i was out there clearing off the deck.. Looks good as new, and kept everything dry!
2017130
It won't sustain a light snow load. We had 2" of snow and the supports between the side walls and the ridge pole all bent. Also the welds that hold the feet onto the uprights broke loose. I had a similar canopy for 20 years that never had an issue even in heavier snows. The metal part is not as heavy as even the parts of a chain link fence.
2179121
I have had it for about a year on the roof of my pavilion outside. It's fully exposed to the weather and it went through a pretty rough Buffalo winter and still going strong if that helps :).
2061334
I leave it outside all year. We have snow in the winter months so I put plywood on top of the opening and cover with a tarp. Then in the spring open and air out and its good to go.
2122474
I leave it out year round. It blocks the rain. But when it snows here in Idaho I take it down. One time I left up during a snowing night and it collected about 6000-800lbs of snow. The shade is tough and durable. It cools my patio during my 100 degree summer days. And the color hasn't changed at all.
2103562
I owned one for about 5 years. It will not hold up to snow. Rain yes. We had it in the mountains of NC. We used it to have a semi-permanent campsite. It stayed up from April to Nov. There was no problems even after 3 years. One year it snowed a heavy wet snow and it came down. The weight sagged the canvas and buckled the legs. We just replaced the canvas and two legs and used the rest for another couple years.
2122480
I do not leave it up in winter or in severe storms, mostly because I do not want to damage it. With the sun at a different angle in winter I do not need it since my patio is partially covered. I installed it with hooks so it is very easy to take down and put back up so if you do it that way, you can leave it up as long as you like and you can decide. It helps with temp in summer, but here it will not matter in winter, since it does not get that cold. Yes, it does block wind, but I think it will last longer if you keep it out only in warm temps. Hope this help. You won't regret your purchase, it is a wonderful product. I do not leave it up in winter or in severe storms, mostly because I do not want to damage it. With the sun at a different angle in winter I do not need it since my patio is partially covered. I installed it with hooks so it is very easy to take down and put back up so if you do it that way, you can leave it up as long as you like and you can decide. It helps with temp in summer, but here it will not matter in winter, since it does not get that cold. Yes, it does block wind, but I think it will last longer if you keep it out only in warm temps. Hope this help. You won't regret your... » Read More I do not leave it up in winter or in severe storms, mostly because I do not want to damage it. With the sun at a different angle in winter I do not need it since my patio is partially covered. I installed it with hooks so it is very easy to take down and put back up so if you do it that way, you can leave it up as long as you like and you can decide. It helps with temp in summer, but here it will not matter in winter, since it does not get that cold. Yes, it does block wind, but I think it will last longer if you keep it out only in warm temps. Hope this help. You won't regret your purchase, it is a wonderful product. « Show Less
518125
I had it outside for the summer through the fall and it endured a number of rainstorms. I haven't tried keeping it out in the winter, but I think it would do fairly well. The metal is strong and has a good powder coating on it, though I wouldn't press my luck if it was going to come in contact with salt over the winter. Regardless, it's easy enough to disassemble and store in a garage or basement.
1251175
Yes, this hutch is made to stand the elements. It stayed outside of my house in Montana and went through winter just fine.