TC newbie; where to get basic info?
Is there a source of basic info on TCs? I am planning to get one, have no idea on basic things like a) how does it attach to the truck; b) can I drive out from under it at my campsite and leave it the...
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Maltilf, it is good you are sharing more information, if just as a trickle.
Good to know you have a TC considered and have shared what type of truck you will be carrying it on. As you can see, 90% of the information shared already is moot. This is why information is important for responding to your questions.
With mold, wood constructed TC are just a portion of the issue. The greater need is to minimize the opportunity to begin/host mold. Good technique by you will help. Living in a dryer environment (Arizona) is a great help, unless you change this environment. Such as keeping the windows and doors closed and not have a regime of daily airing out your camper during months when the seasons are colder, even in Arizona. Also, changing your style of cooking, storing wet clothes (from rain/swimming)and showering. Perform these activities earlier in the day so as moisture will be absorbed in the dry air, than night periods to condense on surfaces.
The biggest difference you are going to experience is the change of a TT to a TC. That is space. The smaller the space, the less area for water molecules to attach themselves and provide a medium for mold to grow. Smaller is not better for avoiding mold.
Even in Arizona, one must be aware of Dew Point. Especially in Winter.
Heating elements. Eschew anything that puts moisture in the air, abundantly. Furnace running will, even with most exhaust diverting moisture out with the exhaust. Cat heater will produce a greater amount of moisture than any other heating element, except open flame on the stove top. Breathing is another great moisture provider. Minimize the amount of people in your camper during times when the windows and doors are closed. Do your socializing during the day.
Use electric space heaters for your heating and avoid traveling in areas of higher elevations where you will have more propensity to keep your doors and windows closed. Also, choices of what you wear also allow moisture to be retained and then transferred to the air. Use wicking clothing. All things you are no doubt familiar with your sensitivity.
Good luck with your searching. But living fulltime in a Truck Camper might not be the best choice for the medical sensitivity you have shared. Not just because some have non metal/alloy construction. IMHO
b
Good to know you have a TC considered and have shared what type of truck you will be carrying it on. As you can see, 90% of the information shared already is moot. This is why information is important for responding to your questions.
With mold, wood constructed TC are just a portion of the issue. The greater need is to minimize the opportunity to begin/host mold. Good technique by you will help. Living in a dryer environment (Arizona) is a great help, unless you change this environment. Such as keeping the windows and doors closed and not have a regime of daily airing out your camper during months when the seasons are colder, even in Arizona. Also, changing your style of cooking, storing wet clothes (from rain/swimming)and showering. Perform these activities earlier in the day so as moisture will be absorbed in the dry air, than night periods to condense on surfaces.
The biggest difference you are going to experience is the change of a TT to a TC. That is space. The smaller the space, the less area for water molecules to attach themselves and provide a medium for mold to grow. Smaller is not better for avoiding mold.
Even in Arizona, one must be aware of Dew Point. Especially in Winter.
Heating elements. Eschew anything that puts moisture in the air, abundantly. Furnace running will, even with most exhaust diverting moisture out with the exhaust. Cat heater will produce a greater amount of moisture than any other heating element, except open flame on the stove top. Breathing is another great moisture provider. Minimize the amount of people in your camper during times when the windows and doors are closed. Do your socializing during the day.
Use electric space heaters for your heating and avoid traveling in areas of higher elevations where you will have more propensity to keep your doors and windows closed. Also, choices of what you wear also allow moisture to be retained and then transferred to the air. Use wicking clothing. All things you are no doubt familiar with your sensitivity.
Good luck with your searching. But living fulltime in a Truck Camper might not be the best choice for the medical sensitivity you have shared. Not just because some have non metal/alloy construction. IMHO
b
