Take this as just my advice as I'm sure many people have different opinions. I take the mast off of my H16 and hang it on some hooks in the garage, loosen the tramp and cover the whole thing with a large tarp to protect from UV rays more than anything else. I use a makeshift sawhorse type 2X4 to raise the center of the tarp so that rain and snow do not settle on the top of the tarp. I have to tighten the tarp every few weeks due to the gusty winds in Oklahoma flapping the tarp around. You can usually pick up a good quality tarp from Lowe's or Walmart for around $20-$30 however they only last about a year. Oh, and be sure and leave the drain plugs out!Good Luck!!!!
Last edited by duke0edmond; 10/31/08 10:40 AM.