Camplite 8.4s bunk option?

Hello,

I think that using a gas furnace/heater and/or the gas stove top would increase the chances of condensation, but we do not use the stove often since we do almost all of our cooking outside. During warm, humid conditions the AC does a great job of removing the moisture from inside the TC, so the only condensation I have noticed is on the outside of the windows, not the inside.

We do not have heated holding tanks as I do not think that was available our model year, and we have not added any heating element to them. We do winterize the unit by blowing out all lines and emptying all tanks and using antifreeze. However, we end up camping again and repeating the winterizing process a couple of times, but with the mostly mild winters we have down here, deep, long freezes are not that common.

The battery box is built for one, but I agree that there is plenty of space on that side of the TC behind the aluminum apron to make a larger battery box for two. It is something I have been thinking about doing myself. So far our boondocking trips have been short enough that one battery has been enough for our needs. We mostly camp with electricity available.

We have not insulated under the TC, but I have thought about it. We did install carpet to cover the floor and both the steps (a small square one that covers the water pump and the larger one that covers the fresh water holding tank). We used spray adhesive to attach the carpet to the step areas.

Also, I notice on the 2013 Camplite 10.0, there's only enough room for one battery in the battery compartment. Has that ever been an issue at all?

I would think with all the space you get on the Camplite 10.0 it would be easy to design a battery compartment big enough for 2! I'm scratching my head...

Hi delosholly

Thanks for sharing about your experience with Camplite 10.0 The one we are looking at is also a 2013 model, used.

We heard from other Camplite travel trailer owners that they've had some issues with condensation inside their trailers, not just on the windows but also the walls where the aluminum beams are. They did mention they mostly camp in coastal areas.

Do you have heated holding tanks? if not, do you drain your tanks for winter camping (below freezing temp)? Also, have you done any insulation for your floor?

We live on Vancouver Island in BC Canada so we don't get too many days with freezing temperature but it's quite wet and rainy here in the winter. We like the fact that the Camplite won't have any wood rot issues but we are concerned about issues with condensation, keeping it warm and that the holding tanks are not heated.

Thanks again for sharing your experience. It's hard to find owner reviews on Camplite truck campers. We love everything about Camplite campers. Just wish they have more insulation.

Hi We have the 5.7 for us the ac is an overkill. The noise could be reduced if there was a lower speed on the fan. I also added extra rubber under the compresser so when it kicks on and off the thud is reduced. We like ours we will be going to the Tenn rally in Nov. JOIN US! Bill

theclarkster

We also have a Camplite 10.0. We live in Alabama. We use the AC when it is hot outside and have not noticed any problems with it keeping the unit cool (not cold during the hottest, direct sun exposure days, but cool). However, the AC sure makes some noise, but we have found that to be true with all of our RVs so far except a ducted Holiday Rambler TT we had. I did add a 'wind deflector' to keep the AC air from blowing directly on us while in the bed area.

For winter use we use an electric heater when we camp with hookups. When we camp without electricity, we simply have extra blankets on the bed. I did try to start the furnace once, but it would not start. We have found the small electric heater to keep the unit warm until the outside temps reach into the 30s. At that point, it just keeps it tolerable inside. We have had no, absolutely no condensation inside the unit so far, but we do almost all of our cooking outside which might help keep that problem down.

So for us, the unit is easy enough to keep cool, but harder to keep warm. In my honest opinion, they could insulate it better.
I now understand that Livin Lite is offering a 4-season version that was not available for our year's model.

Jaxom, how do you like your Camplite 10? How's the insulation? We are considering it but are worried about getting over heated in the summer and the reverse, cold in the winter.

Those are pretty small for 4 people, why not get a regular camper that is full width?

Not the way I read it from the link provided.

"Fold Down Bunk Over Dinette
(except 6.8, 8.4s, & 11)"

Appears they do. http://www.livinlite.com/8_4s-features.php