Availability is probably the most important part of winter camping, and in this sense, the first thing to do is to winterize your RV. There are many ways to do this, but in this article I will discuss what worked for us. It 'been by trial and error and learning as we went, we had our first winter. It 'was hard and dirty work, but when everything was ready, it was very comfortable and welcoming. Be sure to enjoy, to have enough time to finish everything on time. Ikidnapped and within two days the weather went from 40 degrees to -14 degrees with a cold wind that made it -30 degrees. I had the opportunity to work in -14 degree weather, try the snow for two days in a row, all lies.
The wind blew the seals of the windows and doors, screaming. The floor was cold to the point where you had to wear shoes and frost build up inside of the window seals only in the warmest time of the day dissolve. The first two weeksour winter camping adventure of my wife and I wonder if it was our choice of camp during the winter, a mistake. We got very hard very early in winter, but what we learned, had a pleasant experience at the end.
For better understanding, you need to know what kind of RV we live and what to fix. We live in a 1979 Cruise Air RV manufacturers designed by Georgy Boy. There were some things that needed to be fixed first month wewere out there, keep in mind when you buy an older RV.
- Power Inverter / Charger - $ 245 + installation.
- Fan Heater - $ 195 + $ 400 shares installation
- Battery - $ 85
- New exhaust pipe fresh - $ 3
- New kitchen faucet washers
- Other lamps and windows.
I put in areas that had to be done.
- Building Skirting
- Insulation of pipes
- Windows and Doors
- The vents
-Waterproof roof
Construction of skirting boards:
Skirting will help reduce energy costs, help the sanitation, fresh water tank, water pump and all pipes from freezing. We used R-13 insulation and plywood nailed to the plywood, which would face inside. He must have seen most of the campers with skirting Yes, so I am in the RV-frame, but that was not an option for us. The wheel wells, ponds and reservoirs, where all the shots and that made it very difficult. I decidedSkirting Type 3 design that would be a "shelf around the outside of the camper. Baseboards For drawings of the project visit my blog (link to see my profile) and the images are" out of the drawing. "Measure everything to make doubly sure you get the right size. You have to cut an opening in the groin to the foot, and a few doors for unloading the tank waste storage area, if you want.
I also drilled a 1 "hole through the base of the propane hose. Through packing around the pipe with insulation in the snow and cold winds. We rented a propane tank 100 gallon sitting outside the camper, so do not know that they can run and have filled constantly worried. There are several options for this, talk about your company's propane, to find the best plan for you. We call the propane company at the end of each month and let them know what percent is left in the tank and fill it out and for us, is reallycomfortable. Attach skirting 2x4 and screws. You want to make any gaps or cracks in order to make sure everything fits together friendly, every corner is assured. Check all around the base of all openings and fill with insulation, it really helps if there is no wind or snow can be found in the RV.
Insulation of heating
Among the campers, where the gray and black tank dumping area, is a good idea to have some insulation to the tank can be obtained out of the wound. Be sure to leave space so thatYou can still have your hat and be able to connect the drain pipe. I also put two 500-watt utility lights, one near each tank to help, and out of the tub from freezing. Make sure the bulbs do not touch the tank or are too close to each isolate. Even add a little 'non-toxic antifreeze RV for both tanks, this will help keep things from freezing. Put your trust in me wants to go, a kind of deodorant in the black tank, use Aqua-Kem.
We have not had the exhaust pipe connectedA full-time. We reserve the right in two garbage bags and front of the camper, to prevent it from freezing. Trust me, you do not want to block the tube, it is very brittle and breaks very easily. We throw the waste water tank and then the gray container, which contains all the water that comes from washing dishes, kitchen sinks and toilets and showers made. Drain the tank last will help to clean the gray waste and prevent it from stinking, and I fainted.
You can buy electric heatTape that has been designed around the water pipes must be wrapped. Add the tape in the electric heating tube and make sure things do not freeze. I've also seen people 3 "PVC pipes for fuel dumping must use there. Do not worry about storing inside the tube, and is more convenient, so make sure it is a descent from the RV sewer. I did not This is because we had a slight ascent to the sewer. I could not bear to know that something is not in the tube.In the case of exit holes in the tanks, gray or black, have a good product to use JB weld is water. It can be used on wet surfaces or under water, which really helped us.
Windows & Doors:
The wind howled through the tempered glass is something to be respected, that needs to be immediately. We have had good luck with reflective foil insulation on the Bubble Core cabin window and bedroom. We used shrink in the kitchen and dining area windowsprevent us from feeling too claustrophobic to keep. We really need an external factor, and it did help, the wind is blowing the doors have weatherstripping on the frame of the door to keep the elements out. I also have a sheet of reflective insulation sheet on the door for even more protection. Another thing I did was tape on the outside of the window asked to try to keep the wind through the estate. It can not look good, but the survival side of me has taken onThe cold seems to help.
Roof fan:
Keep the heat is the key. For a roof window, we have tailor-made pillows that fit well in the beautiful and the opening. Some old foam had worked hard and I covered it in a cloth for a couple of shirts that did not fit anymore. It 'really helps keep the heat in the stylish looks and can not be beaten. What's really fun to own and live in their motor home, you can decorate as desired. Express Yourself. I've heard of peopleLeaving the hood open a little 'to bring the moisture, but with the way the wind blows leave here, this was not an option. It 'a good idea to buy a dehumidifier, or you might wake up with water dripping from the ceiling and found frost on the windows.
Waterproof the roof:
This is a must! You do not want the rain and melting snow dripping from the roof on your RV, this can cause many problems, especially when the water freezes. There are many products out there tomust use some of the research and contact your local campers to discover what is best for you. Be sure to scrap the old stuff and feel comfortable when you are getting the new material at all corners and crevices. I think it's better to have a little 'more, ready to go as light.
This should help you a convenient and comfortable winter camping experience. There assign work, but it's worth it and gives you peace and fewer surprises during the winter months. Some things to keep on hand are: tape,Tape, flat and Phillips screwdrivers, pliers water and JB weld. I hope this helps you out and happy winter camping.
