Front window treatment/inverter-charger

[iquilt888]

I am the proud (?) new owner of a 2007 Fleetwood Terra. I've never owned a motor home before so I'm anxious to learn everything I can is the shortest possible time....good luck, right?

First, I have been advised to treat the front window with some sort of window/rain slicking solution. The only such product that I am even remotely familiar with is Rainex. Even then I've never had occasion to use this product. Is this the best product for this application? Can it be put in my window washing reservoir? If this is not what I need can someone point me in the right direction?

Second in the window department. Are exterior window shades of any value what-so-ever? I've found a product that I think is nice but not sure it is worth the price. Especially if the shades themselves do not add much to the experience, i.e. like keeping the inside of the coach cooler when parked.

Third, the issue of an inverter-charger. My coach is gas not a diesel pusher and I'm not sure what it is currently equipped with. I have checked with Camping World and the estimate I've been given to purchase and install a 3100 watt unit is a true heart stopper. I do not, or at least have not, done much, in fact no, dry camping before so I'm not even sure this is something I should purchase.

I've asked questions of this forum before and received excellent responses. So I'm looking forward to the same with these concerns.

[sowego]

We've used Rainex and it does indeed work great.

According to what we've heard the exterior window shade cloth works wonders at keeping the interior cooler in summer and adds privacy. If you'll be parking in sunny locations &/or extreme heat...I'd get them. We have them on must have list.

[iquilt888]

Dennis your response was amazingly quick, to the point, and what I needed.
Thanks so much.
My motorhome is at my daughter's in another state. I'm leaving for there in a few days. Once I get there I'll check the manuals that came with the coach to see what I can find out about the inverter/charger/converter and let you know.

Thanks so much.

[Executive45]

iquilt888 wrote:
I am the proud (?) new owner of a 2007 Fleetwood Terra. I've never owned a motor home before so I'm anxious to learn everything I can is the shortest possible time....good luck, right?

First, I have been advised to treat the front window with some sort of window/rain slicking solution. The only such product that I am even remotely familiar with is Rainex. Even then I've never had occasion to use this product. Is this the best product for this application? Can it be put in my window washing reservoir? If this is not what I need can someone point me in the right direction?

Rainex will work just fine. You really don't need it unless you plan on driving in the rain a lot. It is not a "treatment" per se. Just an application. It will gradually disappear. Just use it when you wash your coach.

Second in the window department. Are exterior window shades of any value what-so-ever? I've found a product that I think is nice but not sure it is worth the price. Especially if the shades themselves do not add much to the experience, i.e. like keeping the inside of the coach cooler when parked.

Exterior sunscreens come in a variety of colors, density and obviously...prices. We use SunShade brand 95% density, about $400 for windshield and three side windows. We are pleased with their durability and ease of installation. We bought ours from the RVToy Store in Palm Springs. Any of the sunshades will help keep the interior of your coach cooler. During the day, you can see out but no one can see in. At night, people can also see in if you have the lights on. Exterior shades are more efficient than interior ones as they block the sun and heat before it gets to the windshield.

Third, the issue of an inverter-charger. My coach is gas not a diesel pusher and I'm not sure what it is currently equipped with. I have checked with Camping World and the estimate I've been given to purchase and install a 3100 watt unit is a true heart stopper. I do not, or at least have not, done much, in fact no, dry camping before so I'm not even sure this is something I should purchase.

Find out what you have before making any decisions and/or inquiries about your charger/inverter. You will have some sort of charger/inverter/converter on board. Locate it in one of the bays and let us know what you have. Get a manual for it and you'll know it's limitations and usability for your particular camping style.

I've asked questions of this forum before and received excellent responses. So I'm looking forward to the same with these concerns.

Hope this helps....Dennis

[robatthelake]

Rain-X comes as a Wipe on Wipe off Coating as well as a Washer Fluid! I use Both. I only apply the WOWO once or twice a year! The Washer fluid is used all the time.

They also produce an Interior WOWO version that stops Fogging of Inside Windows!

The Inverter/charger may or may not be standard on Your Rig, they are a relatively recent innovation.

Chances are You actually have a Convertor..Charger which is used to charge The Battery whenever it is plugged in to an electrical outlet.

An Inverter is needed to convert 12 Volts to 120 Volts. Usually there is a small Inverter already in place to run the LR TV .

Outside Window Coverings do help reduce interior heat and sun damage to upholstery