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trailers with drop windows but no bars, what do you do?

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camocowgirl
Reg. Apr 2010
Posted 2017-01-18 5:27 PM
Subject: trailers with drop windows but no bars, what do you do?


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 I found a used trailer that has everything we want but no bars on the drop down windows. So I'd have to use screens?? I always said they are a PITA so I never bought a trailer that was set up that way. Is screens the only option? are they really that bad? would it be worth it to just deal with them? 
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1DSoon
Reg. May 2009
Posted 2017-01-18 6:01 PM
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**Cowgirl Up**
Reg. Jul 2013
Posted 2017-01-18 6:04 PM
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While screens are a PITA, I actually kind of prefer them because I feel like they provide more protection against debris and bugs
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cranky B4 10am
Reg. Dec 2009
Posted 2017-01-18 6:16 PM
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I use screens also, like Cowgirl Up mentioned, I feel they keep more debris out. 

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NJJ
Reg. Jul 2006
Posted 2017-01-18 6:30 PM
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**Cowgirl Up** - 2017-01-18 6:04 PM While screens are a PITA, I actually kind of prefer them because I feel like they provide more protection against debris and bugs

^^^^ I agree! 
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Chandler's Mom
Reg. Jan 2015
Posted 2017-01-19 12:25 AM
Subject: RE: trailers with drop windows but no bars, what do you do?



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**Cowgirl Up** - 2017-01-18 6:04 PM

While screens are a PITA, IΒ actually kind of prefer them because I feel like they provide more protection againstΒ debris and bugs

We have bars but still use screens to help keep all that flying stuff from coming in the trailer. Agreed tho that they are a pain!!
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turtleaut
Reg. Nov 2008
Posted 2017-01-19 10:53 AM
Subject: RE: trailers with drop windows but no bars, what do you do?



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I use the Professional Choice screens in my drop windows even though I also have bars.  The screens have not been any trouble for me - although they were a little bit of a pain to install.  I have had them over 2 years and no problems even when hauling my destructive Percheron who managed to actually bend the bars but didn't hurt the screen
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hoofs_in_motion
Reg. Apr 2011
Posted 2017-01-19 11:05 AM
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CallMeBetty
Reg. Dec 2016
Posted 2017-01-19 12:38 PM
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I use the pro choice screens too. They're pretty easy to install and you can take them on and off if need be
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horsiace1025
Reg. Aug 2012
Posted 2017-01-19 12:41 PM
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CallMeBetty - 2017-01-19 12:38 PM

I use the pro choice screens too. They're pretty easy to install and you can take them on and off if need be

agreed!
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barrelrider
Reg. Jan 2010
Posted 2017-01-19 2:24 PM
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I have bars and screens. I like the bars to keep their heads in the trailer, but I like the screens to help stop rocks and bugs from hitting my horse.
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epoh
Reg. Dec 2007
Posted 2017-01-19 3:55 PM
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I bought the professionals choice screens. They were annoying to install, but wouldn't do it any different.
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Frodo
Reg. Jul 2004
Posted 2017-01-19 6:07 PM
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Screens also provide a measure of shade..... and protection from looking directly into the evening sun when you're heading north at that time of day.  
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CJE
Reg. Mar 2005
Posted 2017-01-19 6:31 PM
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CallMeBetty - 2017-01-18 1:38 PM

I use the pro choice screens too. They're pretty easy to install and you can take them on and off if need be

^^^^^ this
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fulltiltfilly
Reg. Dec 2008
Posted 2017-01-20 7:24 AM
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Buy the screens! 
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nicole.b
Reg. Jul 2015
Posted 2017-01-25 1:29 PM
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Definitely screens. I use the Prof Choice ones from time to time...only issue I have with them is they don't seem to let as much air through as when they are not on. So I don't use them when it's extremely hot because I want to give the horses as much airflow as possible. I also have bars on my windows though.
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TessBelle
Reg. Mar 2014
Posted 2017-01-26 8:56 AM
Subject: RE: trailers with drop windows but no bars, what do you do?


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For what ever reason 3 of drop downs came with bars. But my front stall didn't. I use a screen in it but I want bars so it matches but I can't find the bars. Sundowner said they didn't put them in. Anyway. Am I the only one that has just bars and puts on fly masks??? Some screens don't let as much air through.
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RunNitroRun
Reg. Oct 2011
Posted 2017-01-26 7:06 PM
Subject: RE: trailers with drop windows but no bars, what do you do?



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I'd want to add bars and screens. Screens won't help if you get a horse that tries to go through the window. You can take it to a local trailer dealer and have bars or chains added in.
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OutlawsLastDance
Reg. Feb 2007
Posted 2017-01-28 8:38 PM
Subject: RE: trailers with drop windows but no bars, what do you do?


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My trailer came with screens. When one finally fell apart from dry rot (over 20 years old) I bought the pro choice screens to replace, and had to sew them up to fit. I've always used screens and my horses haven't ever bothered them. They have always held their heads in just fine.
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