Full-time camper living. Surviving the Winter! Things I've learned along the way.

Here is a quick video of my tips for surviving the winter full time in a camper. I've made some mistakes along the way, and here is what I've learned thus far. These are my major things to pay attention to before freezing temps. Hope y'all enjoy the video! Any questions on products or any tips feel free to ask and comment! Sorry for the choppy video, I'm still just getting started and slowly working towards getting better and providing better content. Appreciate your patience!
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[@thomiccor]

what are you talking about?! That skirting looks great! You did a great job!

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Thank you so much!

[@lauriedavis5137]

Skirting looks just fine. Did a great job plus it gets the job done.

[@raymondescobar1702]

I agree looks great

[@samanthajohns9938]

You did a great job!!! We have a 35ft heartland pioneer and did the foam board all the way around, ran us $200-250 for the board and tape. This is not as easy as it looks when you are making cuts and trying to close all gaps. For us we taped along the edge/little under the belly. We also put a work lamp (it gives off a lot of heat) under our RV to help keep under us warm since our under belly is not very insulated at all. For the drains, we keep ours hooked up as well and the hole needed to open/close the drains we cut a little “door” in the foam and only taped one side like a door and the wind hasn’t knocked it opened. We use the same meters too. We had to get a large dehumidifier though because the condensation is so much on the windows, (outside would be 20-24 and inside would be 65-68 (propane furnace) we’ve even had issues with condensation in some places like where the bed meets the front wall, closets.

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Thank you for the feedback! Yes the condensation is no joke in winter time. I did a followup vid to this and show how crazy the condensation got. I have several dehumidifiers and they can't keep up when it's that cold. I just started noticing the condensation issue on the bed on wall recently. I have just been pulling the bed out from the wall when we get up in am. If you have any other suggestions for that one much appreciated!

[@LovingIdaho]

We have been living fulltime in a rv for over 5 years now . Lowest temps we have delt with was -11 so far . Keep your water with a constant drip when it freezes just like in a house .

[@reneek7721]

I'm going to judge you you did an excellent job.

[@glendawalton8917]

Use Velcro strips. The pieces of Velcro on your camper will be permanent and when you park for a long time, you just attach the skirting. Make it easier for you.

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

🤯 phenomenal tip! It's like once I'm parked somewhere and skirted I don't wanna move till winter is over! Love this idea, thanks for watching and sharing 💜💜💜

[@stfutruck68]

Wow, very nice information and down to earth without wasting a ton of money. You look like you thought about this a lot and have good experience to share. Thanks for putting this out there.

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Thank you for the support and your kind words! Sure is refreshing around here 🤣

[@raylenm1]

Heat lamp under the camper works great too instead of the heater.

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Awesome idea, probably way safer!

[@pamelako3082]

How do I do heat lamp 1 or 1 on each end of camper?

[@DBs58]

This was a great video for us as we are newbie full-time rv living and want to learn all we can to make our new living style enjoyable as possible. 👍

[@mikehunt4797]

Woodstove

[@mikebradford7780]

Did the same with a camper we owned except also had 3/4" plywood on top of the insulation. We had a milk house heater underneath. Was a 1989 Skyline Nomad and was propane heated. Did great for what it was at -45 in North Dakota. The biggest issue we had was the condensation in the inside. Stay safe, warm, and have a great winter.

[@vaasnaad]

Sweet! I have a 78 Skyline Nomad! Actually, I have a brand new RV built up from a bare trailer and then wrapped in the tin from a 78 Nomad. Unexpected cold snap this year is supposed to take it down to like 2F and I don't have time to wrap it. I know the R30 I put under the floor keeps my toes comfy down to about 15F and all the plumbing is on the heated side of the wall, so I'm just worrying about comfort and a few extra degrees at this point. But I have GOT to get a heated hose, because while the pipes are safe, that hose can freeze and then no harm no foul but also NO WATER!

[@user-wd5qw2sr4d]

Pretty clever and cost effective. Where there is a will there's a way my mom always said.

[@rictech.]

Your living… I’m impressed !! Great job

[@KkBo15]

They need to replace the propane tank. You need to know how much propane you have and it's the propane companies responsibility to fix this. At least in my state.

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

It's a smaller company and they have been great to deal with so I'm not gunna fuss about it too much. They said they would come replace it. They even topped off my propane at no charge because of the gauge issue.

[@richardfiedler2201]

Your cold-weather set up looks pretty good. Two things I would add Bales of Straw going around your skirt. That would help out tremendous with more warmth & wind abuse. Also get ahold of your gas company have them put a splitter on propane bottle. Run a hose directly to a full-size outdoor gas grill. Electric heater underneath on cold nights great idea.

[@snowduckin2479]

My only issue with the hay is it invites the mice, it's hard enough keeping them out as is. Don't want to give them a condo

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

I've used them before with no issues. But I do have a cat that keeps mice issues non exsistent

[@richardfiedler2201]

@@snowduckin2479 Very true I forgot about that !!! Good luck this winter wish u the best. 👍🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Thank you! So far so good big snow coming and cold temps I think we are ready!

[@lauriedavis5137]

Great advice from someone who’s living thru it. Thanks for posting. ❤

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Thanks for the support 💜

[@lovinwildlife2150]

I think with our horrific economy a LOT of us are living in campers on friends or families property, it's fun but a sad thing that our economy crashed so hard. Think before you vote, we don't want war mongers anymore...and we need the housing market to get back to normal....it's way way out of control now. Anyway, off topic, Great video thank you and we LOVE Oso!!

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

💯 thanks for the support. Aww and thanks for showing love to our fur baby. He's a mess 🤣

[@lovinwildlife2150]

You know what, the silver insulation on the bottom of the camper looks nice!

[@Sadie2.1]

Great video, lots of info. All just really practical advise and experience based stuff. Love it. I'm in Missouri too, so yeah, we get some wicked winds.

[@dewservices]

In my opinion, I would have installed J-channel all the way around the bottom and intalled skirting as needed. No tape to mess up the trailer. Then when you want to move, remove the skirt, move the trialer, reinstall the skirt, good to go.

[@Wetwizzard]

So just a silly bit of advice when applying tape to literally anything if you use a heatgun or a Torch to warm the adhesive before you apply. Tape works a 1000 times better again. A dumb life hack, but it works. I've done this while taping a torrential downpour. Even the crappiest tape works better.

[@Lfs1891]

One thing off grid living, buy a heavy insulated tarp. Lay it down back onto it , then do ur skirting. Really helps. I have a 8x24, then I have a 30x50 trap. I use the 30x50 as a base , then 8x24 insulated, then pull the bottom tarp up the side and tape it.

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Oooo that's a great idea. Thanks for the input and the support!

[@janhunt6214]

Great winterizing tips! Thanks for sharing.

[@mainelytrees4666]

Very nice video, well made and informative. Thank you for sharing!

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Appreciate the support! Thank you for watching!

[@TinyGoHomes]

Im a Pinter that does a lot of exteriors. You might be able to find some white exterior tape. The “exterior” part is what matters. UV resistant and is designed too stick amazing outside even after it gets wet but still peals away nice. It’s not cheap tho. I use it in yellow colour. 👍

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Awesome advice! Thank you, I'm gunna check that out

[@marybourgeois5235]

Thks for that..... I was hoping I didn't have to go flex seal tape, that stuff sticks forever (love it)

[@owensdaniels6244]

you are wonderful! i can learn a lot from you, im on my way to buying and living in a box truck, this rent in louisville kentucky is killing me, im very impressed in your RIG i will keep following you THANKYOU!

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Thank you for the support! It's best decision I've ever made. Any questions I'd be happy to answer. Good luck on your box truck!

[@DebbieNobodyneedstoknow1]

Hello from BC Canada full time rv life 👋 Great points! Warm wishes to you for the winter ahead ❄️☃️

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Thank you! You too!

[@EyeExposeThem]

Nice video, you done a good job, I subscribed. Don’t worry too much about the freeze up. If it’s insulated underneath, and you keep the furnace on, even if it’s turned way low, as long as it kicks on, you generally won’t have a problem. I’ve done this for years. I enjoy some of the tips people are giving. You’ve got this!

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Thank you for the support and encouraging words. I'm almost too chicken to go no skirting but it sure would be nice to not have to mess with!

[@EyeExposeThem]

@@WanderingDryad-we6sy you’re so welcome. It can’t hurt skirting it anyway. I’ve never done it, always had a heated, insulated underbelly and never had any problems. I’ve been through several very hard freezes but never any major issues. You’ll be fine. Keep up the good videos. Thank you.

[@Whitetooth1030]

I was hopping for good beginner tips but as someone who live in texas. I see this video only for cold climates tips and that’s something I just don’t have to worry about.

[@kisbushcraftdownunder]

If you want to know how full the big gas cylinder is just pour a kettle full of boiling water 💦over it the liquid gas inside will pull the heat out of the water and you will get a wet line showing the actual level of the liquid gas inside the cylinder

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Great tip! Thank you.

[@marykrigbaum9021]

The absolute best tape that I've found for skirting is Reflectix tape. It stays for a long time, and it doesn't leave a residue on your trailer.

[@notsure3909]

Great video! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. Also excellent job on the foam board skirting. Looks nice and neat.

[@caseyd3963]

Thank you for posting this! My husband and I are looking to move into an RV untill we can get a house. Unfortunately we’re in the northeast so I’m very nervous about living in it during the winter… we’re going to be stationary and I couldn’t really find any videos showing someone’s set up that actually works. I honestly could care less what it looks like if it keep me warm I’m good. Getting an RV is way cheaper vs rent. But thank you thank you!! Any other tips you have for camping in the cold please post! You literally saved our day!😁

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

That's so sweet thank you for the support! I def cannot know what it is like that far north. I plan on putting out a video of something I encountered this past winter at -10 nothing major. We have been in the middle of our move finally! I have 2 and a half yrs under my belt in that camper so I have as much knowledge of midwest winter to encourage you forward. I just haven't had the time to edit and get it out atm. Once I'm settled I plan on putting more out. Then onto our next chapter of barndo living. I'd be happy to answer any questions you have.

[@lauriegladden6887]

Great video. I may wind up living in a 4 season one in a few years and I need to know these things. So helpful and I will subscribe so I know how things are going with you.

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

That's awesome! I highly recommend it, the most liberating thing I've done. Appreciate the support so much! When you take that leap I'd be happy to answer any questions I can, still going to be putting out content along the way!

[@lauriegladden6887]

Wandering Dryad Thank you so much. I'm taking care of my 86 year old mom and she's getting pretty frail. Her health isn't very good but after she passes, which I hope isn't for a good long while yet, her house is sold and bills paid off what's left over gets split with my brother. That money has to buy me a roof over my head and help me to pay my bills along with social security. It's looking pretty bleak and has been really stressful.

[@owensdaniels6244]

the reason i choose a box truck to live inside cause its size its bigger than a one bedroom apartment and i can HIDE in any city and its stealth looks like a regular commercial license vehicle and i will keep the license plate as a commercial vehicle, i subscribed cause i like how both of you are making it happen surviving in this f**k up america, im 58 yrs old and i never thought i would see this 55 million homeless people in america so sad to say.

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

I get it completely, smart move. It will be worth it

[@shelbyindianajones3226]

Thank you for the upload, very useful! We are in the teens here in NW Georgia some of the nights this week so I know you are much colder! Stay warm!

[@t.m2933]

I think you did an outstanding job getting ready for -7 weather.

[@royderouin7510]

When you said I'm not an expert,...you became an expert !

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

🤣🤣🤣 is that how that works!? Lol I may be onto something then!

[@carlapogson7024]

The propane company should replace the entire tank. They get old. I’ve heard of some propane tank connections freezing up, would it be good to wrap it all? It’s good to have a little ventilation under your trailer. It looks great 👍

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Thank you! Yeah it was their last one, they said as soon as another one came available they would replace this one. So far no freezing connection issues.

[@billbabcock1833]

I've just purchased a used fifth wheel and will be putting it on some land out in the country. I came upon your channel doing a little research on what full time permanent RV living will be like. So much to learn. I enjoyed this video. You have a nice easy presentation. I'll be checking out some more of your videos. I'll be moving from a 4 bedroom house to a 36' trailer. Although in the past I have rented a travel trailer, I know almost nothing about trailer living. Your idea of putting gravel around the bottom of your insulation to cut down on drafts is something I hadn't heard before. I'll definitely try that.

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

That's awesome good luck to you! I've def done plenty of trial and error. Working on a video now of my most recent error. Been in the negatives for past 2 weeks and I've slacked off on some things this winter. More to come thanks for the support!

[@billbabcock1833]

There's already a well and power to a pole. When it warms a bit (Colorado) I'll have a septic tank put in but until then it'll be the storage tanks.

[@khonable]

Instead of the silver tape, you should consider using blue or red tape used in vapour barriers.

[@soniacheek6768]

There is a spray type glue for gravel so it will not move at Lowe’s

[@alexandercrash2191]

Thanks. Looking to get into this pretty soon.

[@lramage]

Thank you this video helped me. I'm thinking of moving into a camper and you covered stuff I was worried about.

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Glad it was helpful! I say go for it. It's been an awesome experience for me

[@mrbilllollar]

Have you thought about buying some spray paint (rattle cans) for those skirting panels? It would really make those shiny insulated panels almost completely disappear. 😉

[@stevemino142]

Thats a great set you have and that reflective tape is extremely useful for so many things... good video

[@marcusaponte1287]

Good luck in -7 degrees. Looking forward to seeing you next video showing how you made it!

[@dawneendostert3576]

Hi, thanks for sharing your experience. I’ve been in my 5th wheel since June 2014. I live at my mom’s to help her. She’s 92. My 5th wheel is parked halfway under a rv cover because the three slides and height didn’t work. I was able to get some T-111 siding I cut up and used for skirting. I use heat tape around my water line to keep it from freezing. I had to change my toilet as a bracket broke and the second time it filled the underbelly and pulled it down. I still need to have the permanent repair done on it but it is setting back up for now. A friend helped me install an extension trench to the shop’s septic tank hookup. We installed pvc pipe in the new trench and pvc pipe from the trailer to the corner of the shop where we ended the trench/pipe. My grey water tanks traps don’t work so they are always hooked in to the system so when I flush the black tank I need to fill it with water and do an extra flush for a clean out. My bedroom floor was always cold so I insulated the ceiling in the basement as well as the pipes in there. My unit is a 2003 so things have gradually gone bad and I’m broke taking care of mom. It means things like the furnace going out calls for two to three little heaters carefully placed and monitored. One is plugged into a heavy duty extension cord that is plugged directly into the shop. I avoid blowing fuses that way. The fridge quit working so I have an electric fridge where the dining table would be. I do save on propane usage since I primarily use it for cooking on my stove top. The water heater is on electric with propane backup. I have a washer hookup for a combo machine in my bedroom closet. They are ridiculously expensive so I do my laundry at my moms house. A huge thing for the rv is to install plastic window coverings on the inside of my “house”. I use HVAC tape but do have to keep pressing it down against the wall occasionally. It makes a big difference. I like the use of insulation you’ve done for skirting. It looks like you have the shiny on one side kind. You might try foam board with a covering of plastic next time. It shouldn’t fall apart as easily as the white beaded side of the foil covered type. And dumping grey water on the ground will eventually start stinking. Can you make a dry well with a fifty gallon drum and River rock?

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Sounds like you have a solid set up. It definitely does help to be more stationary through the winter months. We are debating on when we need to throw skirting on again for this coming winter. I'm holding out as long as I can.

[@outdoorsman357]

I added 2 diesel heaters to my rv,that has add a second heat source and I set them to about around 65f to 68f.i can run my diesel heater on low and get about 10 hour to a gallon of diesel.

[@EdZirul]

I will give you all a tip that you’ll love and thank me for….. the best insulation to use is ………. Kao wool …… it doesn’t burn…. And the heat and cold doesn’t go through it…… it’s the insulation used in melting metal in the furnaces ….. if you can melt metal but it doesn’t catch fire …. Do you think it will keep the heat in and cold out or cold in and heat out …. Yep … you’re welcome….

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Awesome thank you we will have to check that out

[@poolfixer]

Great video. Thanks for all the advice and tips.

[@marcusaponte1287]

There is a plastics squeegee that helps secure the tape much better than by hand. Go to the HVAC shop and ask if they have some?? Installers use them to heat the tape and secure it. It heats up with friction. As you apply light pressure to the tape it kinda “hears the adhesive to secure it best.

[@matzpimp]

You did a better job than I could have. I may need to do this soon because I can't afford to live in my house anymore

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

I understand that. Gotta factor in how much it costs to park it somewhere. Don't know your area but that can make a big difference on if it's worth it or not.

[@paulpasillas]

You did a great job, please always know everything looks just fine

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Thanks for the support! 💜

[@harryvelez489]

Nice job keep up the good work

[@Emma-gv3mw]

Awesome vid. Thank you for sharing!

[@Emma-gv3mw]

How much does it run you for propane/month? I’m in Missouri as well

[@paulthegreat3521]

Excellent video thank you for sharing your experience.

[@jeffasmi11]

Different tapes have different adhesives. Some require warm temperatures to stick, others do not. A little research goes a long way. Good luck.

[@susanbrenner900]

Thanks so much for making this detailed video. I also live in Missouri and am planning to buy my first RV in 2024 to full time at the end of 2024. Super helpful information. New subscriber here!

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Thank you for the support! Glad to answer any ?s you have, and good luck to you. It's so worth it

[@malloriebuckler6441]

I'm a Missourian living in Iowa and very much considering buying and RV to live in full time. I can't seem to decide on the location I want to live permanently in. But I figure I'm trying to get closer to my family in the KC area as well. Trying to find places to park an RV.

[@newstyleprecision]

​@@malloriebuckler6441 moved from Iowa, mom has a lakehouse in missouri, and I I'm in GA going through the same process ! I posted something on facebook in a few different community neighborhood groups and got really lucky with some of the responses. Secured a discrete location closeby with water and electricty for $400 a month. . Just a thought to consider since rv campgrounds aren't always the cheapest !! Ya have to open to people coming back and scrutinizing you of course. Good luck

[@TheMrstevieb]

Awesome video for Winter RV. Thanks!

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Thank you!

[@ramhammer10-4]

Excellent video, great job thanks for posting. I'm going to try and do the same thing on my toy hauler that's in Tennessee.

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Thanks for the support and positive feedback! This setup has done me well the last 2 winters 🤞

[@makaylaforbes6719]

The cold is my biggest thing with this. Well my 2nd biggest thing. I live in a very cold winter climate and want to make sure I'm not constantly running out of propane, but finding parking is like a slap in the face. Everyone is crying broke and say they could use an extra couple hundred a month, but not a single person would let me rent space from them, so I'm at the point where I'll have to hit crown land and push the trailer with my back every 3 weeks to be compliant.

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

I feel you, winter with enough propane has not been bad. I've been very fortunate with having family close to let me rent a spot. But have rented montly at a couple parks as well just depends on the options in your area.

[@rayjames6096]

I lived in a 32 ft fifth wheel with a 16 ft slideout for 5 years, I used three space heaters for heat.

[@robertyoung7823]

Good job on everything. A video I can actually understand

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Thank you! And thanks for the support

[@MikeL-vu7jo]

I'll tell ya Zip tape is the stickyest tape you will find it's used in constructrion when installing new windows Lowes and Home depot has it , just a thought good luck .

[@paparhek3609]

Awesome video! My only critique, to save you and viewers money, instead of 2 x 4s use decent landscaping or tent spikes. Other than that for money saving, perfect video! Thanks!

[@paparhek3609]

Actually, one more thing. Since you're saving money on the 2 x 4s, you could get Flex Tape. It's expensive, but I live in Northwest Montana in a 5th wheel. Flex Tape is incredible.

[@CameronsCandorOriginal]

Would you recommend wrapping the hoses in insulation? I have mine parked next to a connex to help prevent wind chill but this will be my first winter in a 3 season so I'm trying to do anything and everything to prep it for the colder months

[@jimscycleandautotn8508]

Insulate propane tank , although rare , it can freeze. And , hell yea 🤙 Condensation tips perhaps ?

[@jgillam741]

Thanks for the video! Very helpful

[@robcarr8505]

Awesome video. 🙏🙏 Im going to have to move to a friend's house but there's not enough room inside. Im moving there to help support my buddy's wife while he's in prison so she doesn't loose the property and i either have to convert the garage to a living space or live in a camper outside. Those are really the only two options other than buying a shed and insulating it. Do you have any ideas other than what I mentioned?

[@theresacoy9881]

Maybe double sided tape on the inside of insulation then stick to RV they try outdoor tape as reinforcement, might be a good idea to fill your little propane tanks as backups just in case. Rv looks great!

[@ronaldhall9701]

Looks good real good and clean. Nice clean simple layout

[@lisaandlilybass]

I live in Missouri full time I. A camper to this the first winter in here so far so good

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Awesome news! If we survived that -7 I thing we can survive anything 🤣

[@kathleenlogan8229]

I wonder if placing hay under the camper, with the skirting would make an impact?

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

I'm not sure, I really wouldn't see the need in that. The skirting does the job just fine. My skirting all blew away in storm last year and I went to hay bales instead. So far the styrofoam keeps it warmer underneath

[@ashlingofAsh7580]

Im at this moment. Been traveling up to Wyoming. Underbelly is like yours heated so they say and enclosed. I put up this clear plastic on windows to keep some cold out. I got light foamy reflexive type stuff for some other windows and my gawd....tape!! Stuff makes me MAD. Have not used propane yet and almost in Omaha right now. I got two fireplaces and space heaters when need be. I dont use blk tank and always dump grey tanks to travel. First the dealership was going to add stuff to winterize my rig but then they didnt. Glad. Cause i would of wasted it all. Im not sure what my future holds. Im extremely poor. Went to move and i thought my portion of the inheritance was coming in. Well nothing has yet. My fate is sealed up in the "when". I had liked rhe E.Z. snap skirting made for trailers. But yeah....who knows

[@sherrirobinson7986]

Thank you great video liked and subscribed

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Thank you for the support!

[@thefondraiser3787]

Maybe you should try the ductwork tape that's rated for the extreme heat and cold to seal up the seams on the foam board.

[@cynthiamonken9962]

Try using Alien Tape. Used it on Christmas Lights outside and it stayed the entire time. I live in STL, Mo.

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Great suggestion! Never even heard of that, will it leave a residue?

[@billmonroe8826]

Not sure why they don't use a bigger tank. But if you do run out you can transfer the hose over to the other two and keep going.

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Preparation is key 🤣 Rarely have to refill

[@she_sings_delightful_things]

Industrial velcro ☺️

[@ozzyluvngirl]

I just moved from Texas to Missouri a few months ago I live in a fifth wheel on my daughter's property. I am freaking out a little bit about the winter's here in Missouri. Worried more about my water freezing than anything. I have 2 pit bulls that keep me warm. I may change my tune on that once winter really hits.

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

I felt the same way but if you set it up right you should be just fine. I made it through -7 last year no problem. What kind of camper do you have?

[@ozzyluvngirl]

@@WanderingDryad-we6sy 2006 Jaco J flight.

[@davidinghram2494]

Your skirting job looks just fine to me. Tough thing to do without spending a small fortune. Some good things to think about in the comments too. Good luck to you this winter. We live about 15 miles south of KC.

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Thank you! There have been some great suggestions in here, love the feedback! Thanks for the kind words and support 💜

[@colt8282]

You should maybe do the mini wood stove for camping.

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Like outdoor one? I got a solo stove awhile back and love it. Just don't have it out front of the camper atm.

[@maryjeanunguran3971]

Skirting looks great, you're a professional

[@Erin-Thor]

You are attempting to winter in a 3 season stick and tin camper, that’s about the bravest thing I’ve ever heard of! No wonder you need a 300 gallon canister of propane! LOL! Great video, excellent skirting job, nicely done! Might I suggest a used Azdel sided trailer? They have more than twice the R values than a stick and tin camper like yours. ❤😊

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

So far survived 2 winters 🙏 my tank is overkill 🤣

[@Erin-Thor]

@@WanderingDryad-we6sy - Good for you! ❤️ My experience in a rented stick and tin did not go well, LOL! Cold, heater ran a lot, ran out of propane over the weekend (2x20), battery was near death, had to charge with the truck, and driving to the reunion in the rain we had water inside everywhere. So… color me jaded. 🙃

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

@Erin Thor oh wow that sounds rough. I will say I have been extremely happy with this particular camper. I'll just tip my hat to grand design then and consider myself lucky.

[@Erin-Thor]

@@WanderingDryad-we6sy - Grand Design is one of my favorites, after visiting several RV shows early 2022 I found their quality way above other manufacturers. They clearly care about what goes out the door, and I assume about value to their customers. If you ever do think about upgrading/trading in, consider one with Azdel siding and 4 season warranty. 😎❤️

[@ronaldblondeau3883]

they make heaters for under the trailer cheap and very safe thanks for the video

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Really!? You happen to know the name of them, or can I just go to an rv shop and find some? Thanks for that info!

[@randomspirit]

Try some Gorilla tape next time. That stuff STICKS. Like, even when you want it to come off, it won't, (until you get out the Goo-Gone, anyway, LOL). Cold weather tips from a Minnesota girl whose spent many winters in crappy old trailer houses...Wrap heat tape around all your plumbing. It costs almost nothing in electricity to run it non-stop all winter, but makes a huge difference to prevent frozen pipes. If you use some of that insulation board to box around any exposed tanks or drain pipes/hoses, a simple 40 or 60 watt tungsten light-bulb (NOT LED) inside the box will generate enough heat to keep them from freezing most days (if it's -40F, it won't be enough, but you can always switch to a 100w bulb instead for those days, or even have two light bulbs in there to double the heat). Be wary of running a space heater under your trailer because of condensation. There needs to be airflow/ventilation to prevent condensation build up. Like you, I wouldn't want to deal with that black tank any more than I had to, especially in the winter. I'd probably use a bag-lined bucket and kitty-litter in the winter and just haul it away with the garbage. The last thing you need is frozen waste in your black tank.

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Great advise we are working to hunker down again this winter. This is my 3rd winter in it and I'm trying to get a little better every year. I will def be refining my methods again. Survived the -7 last year 🤞

[@BS.-.-]

You really dont need skirting if you insulate the underside. Helped do this to a RV. They wanted to move it and be less of a pain in the ass.

[@puppycat58]

Gorilla tape..I use mine outside on my window well I have a plastic shield for the window well and used the tape and it adhered to the brick and its kept out water and moisture...

[@thesaurusrex7919]

I think maybe it would help if you wrap the propane tank in like a heated blanket.

[@Noniinthebush]

I would just put the van inside that lovely big shed.

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

No kidding if only it were mine! I'm just renting the gravel spot unfortunately

[@MARZ1911]

Planning on living full time and this brain food was great👍

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Congrats! Feel free to ask any questions I don't cover in my vids. Happy to help. Thank you for watching and the support!!

[@Wolfman0514]

Nice start! I'm watching....

[@josephgeorgeejr7039]

Hopefully u got ventilation at each end of that skirting especially when using propane and keeping out mold mildew

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Yes I noticed on my hydrometer humidity was getting high under neath so I opened up a spot on either end to let some air in.

[@1956fink]

Gorilla Tape. That stuff sticks and won't let go. Try it.

[@ameliapetterway4057]

You did an awesome job. !!!

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Thank you so much for the positive feedback 💜💜💜

[@mikemckinley1031]

It’s red tape very good tape

[@fladave99]

I wonder if you put a cover over it and heated the air gap under the cover if that would make a difference in condensation because if the gap is warm the trailer down not know its not summer.

[@suegreenlaw2604]

Hows the skirting holding up so far? I think you did a great job! Easy to put up and maintain. Not expensive and very doable. Would be very easy to remove and store if you travel. Pet the fur baby for me!!!!

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

Skirting has held up great! I had such a hard time with it last year due to wind but my modifications this year have helped tremendously! Ha thank you I will sure pet him for ya, he's a spoiled brat 🤣🤣

[@beverlybalius9303]

You could get pretty lattice and make something decorative to go in front of that white gas tank,,, make some kind of wall,,,

[@thomasryan6108]

Why don’t you use heavy duty industrial grade Velcro for your panel around camper?

[@jayb.8460]

Your a tougher guy.

[@marcusaponte1287]

Skirting looks great!

[@RunawayRv]

Great video

[@RunawayRv]

What do you use at your water connection to the trailer for your city water connection

[@WanderingDryad-we6sy]

@RunawayRv just a filter and water safe hose. Fill the fresh water tank and disconnect everything after. Haven't had any freezing issues doing it that way.