RE: 2000 Winnebago Minnie Winnie, 30 ft., no slide, 30 AMPI am currently using a Lasko ceramic tower heater and want to know if there is a better option and can I make two heaters work? THANKS!

You can make two heaters work but either you have to make sure every other big load item is off or use the type that you can set for 750 watts (or 1 @750 & 1 @1500 maybe.) and position them so they cover the entire RV.Keep in mind that all electric heaters are nearly 100% efficient so it doesn't matter what you spend on one - they all put out the same amount of heat.

We'll run a couple of them, but one unit is set at a lower wattage rating which works well for the bedroom area. Using this method consumes roughly 2200 watts leaving us about 1400 watts from our limit of 3600 allowing sporadic use of the microwave. These items must be run on separate circuits for they will certainly trip your 15 amp circuit breaker once the combined load exceeds 1800 watts.

One solution used by many is to run an extension cord in and plug the heaters into the 20a plug at the post. This takes some of the load off the RV internal circuits. CAUTION: If you do this, make sure that you hava a heavy-duty extension, under 25' if possible. Do not overload an extension cord!!! Also, using the 20A outlet in addition does not increase the amperage that the campground provides to the site, just splits part off the RV wiring.

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Sunpentown-Mini-Tower-Ceramic-Heater/5799329I bought this heater in 2007. It is the only fan heater that hasn't quit working. This heater has a low 600w setting, making it a great heater for a second source of heat in a 30 AMP RV. It has a very quiet fan. I use this in the back of the RV, and a small oil filled heater in the front. I park host, and like to use electric heaters, since propane is usually not furnished in the parks. I have four electric heaters, so that I can switch and not leave one on constantly, 24 hours. Two for use at night, and two different ones for the day. Another heater is the Broan ceramic air heater, a small cube heater that also doesn't take up space.

I have this heater that we use in our 5'er during the early spring and the late fall. It keeps it toasty warm.Duraflame TwinstarOur son, who fulltimes in Kentucky has one that he uses and even in the frozen tundra lately, he says his 5'er has not frozen up. He says it's not warm, but OK.

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colliehauler
Explorer III
Feb 23, 2014
DianneOK wrote:
We also use an oil filled heater....works great
I switched to oil filled heaters as well.
Free_Range_Huma
Explorer
Feb 23, 2014
Read the Amazon reviews for the AM05. The top-rated favorable review and the top-rated unfavorable review contradict each other.
daytrader
Explorer II
Feb 22, 2014
Has anyone looked in the Dyson Hot and Cool air multiplier? was thinking of getting that one (cost aside, I know they are pricey, but with airmiles don't matter.) Anyone had experience with them?
mmiille
Explorer
Feb 20, 2014
We have the Duraflame. It heats uniformly also. You need a 15 amp receptacle though. It goes up to 12 amps and it will keep you warm. We bought ours at the local Fleet & Farm store for about $150. The stores start reducing their prices this time of year and you may find one cheaper.

Consumer Reports rates it high and I agree.

http://www.amazon.com/Duraflame-Williams-Portable-Heater-10HM4126-O107/dp/B004ALSJ4E
Carolina_Cruise
Explorer
Feb 19, 2014
We tried several different heaters and some were ok and some were not. I found this Warming mat and thought I would give it a shot. It is great. It heats your space and pulls around 100 watts. I put it on the floor in front of the recliner and it keeps the area warm. Of course I don't get to use it since the DW tried it. It says not to use on carpet or hardwoods for fear of fading but we have not had an issue. The instructions say lay it on a piece of cardboard if you are worried about that. If you are paying the electric bill, these are 87% cheaper to run than the space heaters. They make two sizes and the first one we got was the small one. May try the larger one when I order another. I may get another small one to put in the bathroom. just my 02
Paw_Paw_John
Explorer
Feb 16, 2014
I too looked for a better heating system, I found the cheap heat system. Look at it at rvcomfortsystems.com. I installed my cheap heat system into my gas heating unit and love it!!, I installed the 5000 watt unit because my camper has the 50 amp service and this system runs on 240 volts. I been using this system for over three years now and never had any problems. I own a 36 foot Mobile suite and keep it plugged into service all the time when it's parked at my house. I keep the heater set at 50 degrees all winter when I'm not camping in it. This system keeps my camper evenly heated and also heats the underbelly. Good luck,
mikeleblanc413
Explorer
Feb 15, 2014
Free Range Human wrote:
rockhillmanor wrote:
mikeleblanc413 wrote:
RE: 2000 Winnebago Minnie Winnie, 30 ft., no slide, 30 AMP

I am currently using a Lasko ceramic tower heater and want to know if there is a better option and can I make two heaters work? THANKS!

I have spent 100's of dollars and tried them ALL!
After 6 years on the road trying all the different heaters, you have the one that I have finally settled on. IMHO, it's the best.
I just saved you a $100!

What model of Lasko ceramic tower heater? Amazon has 12 Lasko ceramic tower heaters.

Sorry for the delay in responding. The Lasko Ceramic Tower I'm using is model #751320 and is 23 inches tall.
John___Angela
Explorer
Feb 15, 2014
If you are considering a little more permanent type setup you can also consider low wattage baseboard heaters. These are 500 watts, thermostat, mounted (no falling over) and kinda blend in. No fan so no noise but you will need 3 or 4 to make the heat even. We went this approach as well as underfloor heating (under laminate) which makes it easy on the feet. One of the posters on here (Piano Tuner) uses an after market heated carpet approach which he really likes. I guess my point is there are alternatives to the little heaters with fans. Good luck in your search and happy trails.
nomad_289
Explorer
Feb 14, 2014
Boldtining wrote:
Through the years rving, we've tried several electric heaters and have found the "Vornado" to work best at heating the rv. No doubt is because of the way it circulates the warm air about the space. Won't use any other method now.

X2.

Why it's Best:

1. Fan speed and heat automatically adjusts up/down to maintain thermostat temp.
2. Fan ensures uniform heat distribution in RV, ~no cold spots like with a radiant heater.
3. Fan is quiet, and even quieter when it slows down.
4. Small size.
5. 750W and 1500W settings.
6. Very accurate thermostat.

Theoretically I prefer a Radiant heater with no moving parts; but in sub-freezing temperatures I couldn't keep a uniform temp. A single Vornado solved that. Ideal might be a Radiant + Vornado.

AVH2
VH103

Make sure you get a Non-Digital model so you don't have to reset the temperature every time power is interrupted.
Free_Range_Huma
Explorer
Feb 09, 2014
rockhillmanor wrote:
mikeleblanc413 wrote:
RE: 2000 Winnebago Minnie Winnie, 30 ft., no slide, 30 AMP

I am currently using a Lasko ceramic tower heater and want to know if there is a better option and can I make two heaters work? THANKS!

I have spent 100's of dollars and tried them ALL!
After 6 years on the road trying all the different heaters, you have the one that I have finally settled on. IMHO, it's the best.
I just saved you a $100!

What model of Lasko ceramic tower heater? Amazon has 12 Lasko ceramic tower heaters.