Ditching the propane heater for an electric
I picked up a 30 Springdale to use as a temp home while my house is being built. I pulled out the wall between the dining area and the queen bedroom, removed the bed and small couch, to make an open l...
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Why do trailers use the propane heaters?
I doubt I would even own an RV if I didn't use it off the grid. I find the built in propane furnace very usable if a bit noisy. Certainly combined with solar, 300 AH batterys, LED lighting, and low draw electronics, there is plenty of battery power for cold nights. At least for the couple nights here, couple nights there camping I usually do.
Electric heaters are a very useful supplement when plugged in. One 5K BTU unit running will usually keep me comfortable for sleeping under covers in outside air temp of mid to high 20s. If just a bit chilly it can do the entire job. The furnace can make up any needed extra heat when plugged in.
