There are four important factors to consider when purchasing a four season RV or improving an existing RV to be four season ready.
- Insulation
- Wall Structure
- Window Size
- Venting and The Heating & Cooling Systems
A quality built four season RV should have:
- A nice living area where occupants can experience a comfortable stay during temperatures lower than 20 degrees and higher than 90.
- Sufficient insulation to prevent holding tanks and valves from freezing at any temperature.
- Air circulation that keeps the RV cool at any heat and reduces condensation.
- Insulation to keep unwanted air from entering the RV through windows, walls or cabinets.
A Few Ideas for modifying an RV for All-Weather Camping
There’s a high probability that the RV your searching for is a bit unqualified for extreme weather. In this case you can modify the RV for all-weather conditions. Here are some ideas:
- Add self-adhesive insulation to your windows.
- Add new weathers stripping around the entry door.
- Use foam to cover vents or spaces that let cold air slip inside the RV.
- Apply foil-backed insulation sheets to line your windows.
- Don’t worry about freezing and buy a tank heater.
- Cover water lines and dump valves with heat tape.
- Add antifreeze inside your holding tanks when not in use.
- Purchase a dehumidifier to rid the air of excess condensation.
- Try a hydronic heating system.
The Best Cold-Weather RVs for Extreme Cold
Including -
Lance 4 Seasons Travel Trailer
Heartland Bighorn
- An insulated in-roof A/C duct system
- A furnace that runs at 42,000 BTUs
- A below-floor heating duct that’s a single piece
- R-14 upper deck flooring insulation values, R-38 main flooring and radiant insulation values, R-34 roofing insulation values, and R-11 wall insulation values
- An insulated, heated underbelly
Keystone Montana
- Heated city water low point drains and a heated exterior convenience center
- In-floor water lines
- Dump valves and holding tanks that are insulated and enclosed
- A heated underbelly that is also insulated and enclosed
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