Outdoors RV Trailers & Thermal Pane

[NewTTcamper]

I have two separate questions.

First, thoughts on the Outdoors Timber Ridge TT. We really like this TT and are thinking about be buying it. We love the quality, true four seasons construction, and floor plan. We looked at Artic Fox, but they seem to lack some of the features in the Outdoors TT and they are heavier. Is there anything we're missing?

Second, thermal pane windows. Are they worth it. Specifically, the insulation value. We love the big picture in the back of the TT, but I'm worried about heat/cold being an issue. Not concerned about noise or weight.

Thoughts?

[2gypsies1]

Definitely get the thermal pane windows if that's an option.

They help with heat, cold, sound and condensation. You would notice a BIG difference if the two were side-by-side.

[n7bsn]

SteveAE wrote:
I am pretty sure that Artic Fox and Outdoors RV is the same company, just a different product line. ....

Same owners, but a different company. Ron Nash (and Co) didn't want the risk Northwoods going under when they opened Outdoors in 2009 (ie recession time)

and yes Arctic Fox is a step up from Outdoors product line.

[Old-Biscuit]

Anything that helps insulate is good

I have a 4 seasons rated 5rv
Vented Attic Space
Enclosed under belly
Heated underbelly
Radiant Barrier Insulation
Super Insulated Vacuum Bonded Walls


YES we have stayed in freezing temps and stayed warm. -14*F
But staying warm is only dependent on constant source/supply of propane to feed the furnace

Windows, roof vents, thin walls, slides defeat any mfg. claims of 4 season package hype.
All I'm saying is 4 seasons is a great marketing tool but reality is you can only insulate a shoebox so much

[HMBdave]

Lance TT are available with 4 seasons package

[SteveAE]

I am pretty sure that Artic Fox and Outdoors RV is the same company, just a different product line. Have toured both factories and the Artic Fox seemed better constructed (hence the extra weight).

I spent a couple thousand $$$$ to add dual pane windows to my trailer. Yes, they are warmer, but that isn't the only advantage. The sound reduction is huge and, in my case, since the windows are tinted, the added privacy is great.

RV double pane windows are not constructed like a residential window is. A big window (any type) looks nice when it is 50 to 70 degrees outside, but when it is 10 degrees (I camp in that type of weather), or 100 degrees, even a quality double pane window can let quite a bit of cold (or heat) in and you are likely to just cover it up if you want to sit by it.

Good luck in your search.

[NewTTcamper]

Four seasons construction (for lack of a better word) is fully enclosed and heated underbelly, including tank, R15 insulation, one inch thick doors on storage areas ,insulated vent covers, etc. You would need to look at the Outdoors RV website to see the rest of the features. I can't recall all of them. I haven't seen other trailers with all of the features in the Outdoors product line. Am I missing one?

[newman_fulltime]

A wall is only as insulated as the window in it

[3oaks]

Visit http://www.outdoorsrvmfg.com/ and http://www.northwoodmfg.com/ and you will learn what "true four seasons construction" is.

[Old-Biscuit]

What is "true four seasons construction"?


Thermal pane windows.....good investment.
Winter/summer they help with heat issues.

Glass is large heat problem....keeping it in/out.

[3oaks]

Can't answer the first.

Second? I would definitely get thermal pane windows. Don't know the insulating R value, but do know they really help to cut down on condensation on the window glass. I would not be without them.