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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pianotuna wrote:
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.
Hey Ron...The output is 23,00-34,000. I have solar..lots of it. The thing is always about that HI heat, then off till it gets nice and cold...then back on HI heat again. And no, my OEM runs fine, but this is sucha cool upgrade.
Gary Haupt
