tough times - Help

doxiemom11 wrote:
We leave our 10 gallon heater on electric all the time and it actually runs very little to keep the water hot. You may actually use more power by letting it get cold and re-heating it from cold over and over again. When I am outside by the vent I hear it turn on and shut off and it's usually on for maybe 3 minutes. We have been full-time since 2011 and have used our water heater continuously except when going down the road.

thanks. It probably depends on the quality of insulation the water heater has more than anything. AND the ambient temperature. On a 80 degree day plus it probably doesnt have to run all that much. In the winter its probably very busy when below 50f.

I plan to move as soon as a spot opens up at a campground that includes electric. I dont know how they do it but they have been in business for years so it must work out for them.

In the last 3 weeks Im learning alot about full time living in a fifth wheel and Im seriously thinking about doing this for the rest of my life. Id upgrade from my 2003 Terry Quantum once I sell my properties to a 4 season fifth or TT but I really think I could save a lot of money and in the right campground with the right people I think Id enjoy it.

Of course, I havent had a major problem yet and expect one but thats how I feel now..

My biggest worry: a leak when Im gone. I shut off the water when I leave now but what if I forget and something comes loose? Disaster!

There is technology though that can detect a leak and shut off the main water spigot. I do use a regulator but I do notice it doesnt really keep the pressure low when all faucets are off. Though; it keeps it "lower".

Today my first issue: My dog got fleas! Off to the vet.. poor little guy..

Also; internet sucks.. and I need it for my work... so may need to look into wireless but cant afford that right now.

One other thing I learned.. I have a bunk house fifth.. and that extra storage area is nice!