How To Heat An RV With LESS Propane

Scubawise · 12-24-2021, 06:38 PM

We are on the road 5 months and did a few cold nights down to 23 degrees. Our inexpensive window covers work great! We were comfortable at 64 degrees due to no drafts.
Faster ti heat. And Little electric space heater keeps it 68 to 72 degrees. Amazing relief for us.

Some info here
https://rvlife.com/how-to-heat-an-rv-without-propane

Bob Denman · 12-25-2021, 12:23 AM

Thanks for the useful info, and Merry Christmas!

MJC62 · 12-25-2021, 01:17 AM

Merry Christmas Scuba! Good article.

Scubawise · 12-25-2021, 12:40 PM

Welcome all. Enjoy your families.
Our 1st Xmas in our MH or any camper.
Big Fun...

Travelin' Texans · 12-25-2021, 06:14 PM

Easy!
Head further south til heat is no longer needed!

Scubawise · 12-25-2021, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Travelin' Texans

Easy!
Head further south til heat is no longer needed!

That is what we ate doing after TN SC NC then to NM AZ

JimC · 01-01-2022, 08:03 PM

We have used aluminized windshield sun protectors, cut them to size, and used small velcro strips to hold them in place, so the regular acordian shades can be lowered This provides extra insulation and light masking. Gander Outdoors also has rolls of the double sided aluminized installation material that can be purchased. I already had the sunshades. Both are an effective insulator.

2. We have vent pillows for each vent.

3. I used a piece of the reflective material velcrod on the inside of the shower skylight as well.

4. I use the reflectors in the windows when in storage also. It provides protection from the hot KS sun and helps hold down the interior temperatures in summer. I suppose it also helps prevent possible fading of the interior surfaces.

Hope this helps.

JimC

Scubawise · 01-01-2022, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by JimC

We have used aluminized windshield sun protectors, cut them to size, and used small velcro strips to hold them in place, so the regular acordian shades can be lowered This provides extra insulation and light masking. Gander Outdoors also has rolls of the double sided aluminized installation material that can be purchased. I already had the sunshades. Both are an effective insulator.

2. We have vent pillows for each vent.

3. I used a piece of the reflective material velcrod on the inside of the shower skylight as well.

4. I use the reflectors in the windows when in storage also. It provides protection from the hot KS sun and helps hold down the interior temperatures in summer. I suppose it also helps prevent possible fading of the interior surfaces.

Hope this helps.

JimC

Where do you get vent pillows?

**16ACE27** · 01-01-2022, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Scubawise

Where do you get vent pillows?

Have you never seen these in any camping store?

Scubawise · 01-01-2022, 11:14 PM

Nice thx

Jimbo56 · 01-01-2022, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Scubawise

Where do you get vent pillows?

If you’re near Charlotte I’ve got 2 I’ll give you.

Scubawise · 01-02-2022, 01:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Jimbo56

If you’re near Charlotte I’ve got 2 I’ll give you.

Wow thx headed to SC early am
Appreciate

Pete'sMH · 01-02-2022, 01:26 AM

If your coach is functional with the slides in you might want to pull them in, at least at night. There’s less space (volume) to heat and not as much surface are through which heat will be lost. It makes a big difference.

JimC · 01-02-2022, 01:58 AM

I didn't mention it before, but be sure to cover either inside or outside, the windshield. There is huge heat loss there.
Jim C

Richie Rich · 01-04-2022, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Scubawise

We are on the road 5 months and did a few cold nights down to 23 degrees. Our inexpensive window covers work great! We were comfortable at 64 degrees due to no drafts.
Faster ti heat. And Little electric space heater keeps it 68 to 72 degrees. Amazing relief for us.

Some info here
https://rvlife.com/how-to-heat-an-rv-without-propane

Yep, I've done all of these things to improve the inside warmth of our 35" Class A... BUT here's the best improvement: COLD air seeps in UNDERNEATH all along the area where the slides meet the flooring. Solution... "Door Drafts" tucked into these spots. I found some that were 72" long by Googling "Door Drafts" and ordered them on Amazon! We're cozy now! (Pix Attached)

Scubawise · 01-04-2022, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Richie Rich

Yep, I've done all of these things to improve the inside warmth of our 35" Class A... BUT here's the best improvement: COLD air seeps in UNDERNEATH all along the area where the slides meet the flooring. Solution... "Door Drafts" tucked into these spots. I found some that were 72" long by Googling "Door Drafts" and ordered them on Amazon! We're cozy now! (Pix Attached)

Nice wife is reviewing

Scubawise · 01-04-2022, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by JimC

I didn't mention it before, but be sure to cover either inside or outside, the windshield. There is huge heat loss there.
Jim C

All inside windows covered

Traina · 01-05-2022, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Scubawise

We are on the road 5 months and did a few cold nights down to 23 degrees. Our inexpensive window covers work great! We were comfortable at 64 degrees due to no drafts.
Faster ti heat. And Little electric space heater keeps it 68 to 72 degrees. Amazing relief for us.

Some info here
https://rvlife.com/how-to-heat-an-rv-without-propane

Got one as well. Live in Florida, a portable AC would be nice ��

Scubawise · 01-05-2022, 02:54 PM

There is one?

MrMikey59 · 07-30-2022, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Richie Rich

"Door Drafts" tucked into these spots. I found some that were 72" long by Googling "Door Drafts" and ordered them on Amazon! We're cozy now! (Pix Attached)

Ever considered a pool noodle? They can be cut to size & shape (label each for location). If you install them under carriage for the slide, be sure to remove them before closing it!

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