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garyhaupt
Jun 15, 2016Explorer
As you can see Luberhill, many answers and it can be very confusing. What I said in my previous post to you stands. One of 3 ways...plugged in, generator or batteries. Now then..batteries still need to be charged, especially after a night of heavy usage. You don't say what kind of RV you are using, so it's hard to comment. However, let us assume you have no generator and want to Boondock..no campground. As was mentioned by some, a propane heater is an option. It is always a bit of a conundrum. Some people dress in warmie warmies, some huddle around candles, some run different types of heaters...and so on. The biggest thing about cold weather camping is freezing your fresh water lines. If the temp is at freezing or just a bit lower, chances are you will be fine anyway. It's when the temp gets down into the mid 20's and lower that one has to be creative. You can insulate lines but forst you want to know where your lines are. Are they exposed. Some RV's..like the Triple Es are insulated well...some less so. So, you need to know what your exposure is. hahaha..pun, eh.
Lots of folks camp in cold weather. It's a great experience and the places to go are many and quiet.
ok..and having good ventilation. It reads counter-intuitive, but you need two vents (windows) open. The amount of moisture in the air from many different sources will amaze you and that moisture will wick to any soft place..upholstery, bedding, clothing...and man...you will be soooo cold and it won't matter how much heat you throw at the RV..it will be cold.
Gary Haupt
Lots of folks camp in cold weather. It's a great experience and the places to go are many and quiet.
ok..and having good ventilation. It reads counter-intuitive, but you need two vents (windows) open. The amount of moisture in the air from many different sources will amaze you and that moisture will wick to any soft place..upholstery, bedding, clothing...and man...you will be soooo cold and it won't matter how much heat you throw at the RV..it will be cold.
Gary Haupt
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