A new two-stage furnace?
Over in the C Forum, there is a question posed about what to order on a new rig. One of the suggestions was for a two-stage propane furnace. I see that Atwood makes one for RV's (http://www.atwoodmobi...
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Hi Gary,
Find out the btu output to the RV. Check the two speed unit and see if it is a match. I'd not trade longer run time for electricity when boondocking (unless you have solar) is a scarce resource.
I think you may be a candidate for a Platinum Cat. They are thermostatically controlled and do have a chimney (read, totally safe to use when sleeping). The power vent fan just sips electricity compared to a furnace fan, and you would have the furnace to pick up the load if there is a sudden freeze. Cost would be less than a two speed furnace. If I ever get one I'll locate it in the bedroom as there is already propane plumbed in to just below with a quick disconnect.
If your OEM furnace is shot--then by all means upgrade to a two speed unit.
Find out the btu output to the RV. Check the two speed unit and see if it is a match. I'd not trade longer run time for electricity when boondocking (unless you have solar) is a scarce resource.
I think you may be a candidate for a Platinum Cat. They are thermostatically controlled and do have a chimney (read, totally safe to use when sleeping). The power vent fan just sips electricity compared to a furnace fan, and you would have the furnace to pick up the load if there is a sudden freeze. Cost would be less than a two speed furnace. If I ever get one I'll locate it in the bedroom as there is already propane plumbed in to just below with a quick disconnect.
If your OEM furnace is shot--then by all means upgrade to a two speed unit.
