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    DIY A/C when camped (ice box air conditioner)?

    And I have 2 of these fans to use: Antec Big Boy 200 http://store.antec.com/enclosure-fans/big-boy-200.html# Link with more useful specs - https://www.amazon.com/Antec-Big-Boy-200-Computer/dp/B000V6FKGM
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    DIY A/C when camped (ice box air conditioner)?

    I found this published article that talks about energy expenditure: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/3610667 They claim that over 7 hrs. of sleep, a man produces 90 watts, a woman is 75 watts, and I made an assumption that a 3 year old would be half of a woman, so 35 watts.  That is 200...
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    DIY A/C when camped (ice box air conditioner)?

    The family is making a trip next month to visit some friends and family in New England.  My wife and son are flying out and I will be driving out in the van about a week later.  Then we will drive back together over 2 days with the idea that we will camp in the van for that 1 night.  August in...
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    Reflectix vs. aluminized foam board on windows

    How durable is the foil backed foam? From my limited use and memory, it likes to crumble when abused on the edges. Maybe it was a different product. I would think it would work well if installed and left in place. For someone like me who wants to easily install and remove my insulation...
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    PVC solar shower?

    I've been thinking about this a little more, did some searching, and had a question: I agree with the comments above that plastic is a poor conductor. The water might get luke warm at best and this why the Road Shower is made from aluminum. From what I know, the outside diameter (OD) of 4"...
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    PVC solar shower?

    One thing my van doesn't have and doesn't really have the room for is a shower, so I was searching around for outdoor options.  I already have a MSR Dromedary water bag that doubles as a water carrier and a solar shower.  The solar shower feature works okay; the water is generally luke warm. I...
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    Electric heating options?

    I would be interested in hearing about everyone's experiences with different electric heat solutions in their RVs. Currently I have 2 heating solutions for my van: - If 120v is available - a small Honeywell space heater - If I'm boondocking - a HeatMate 5200 alcohol marine stove/heater Each...
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    The WhiteBuffalo checking in...

    Hello Everyone! I grew up camping in our 1979 Dodge conversion van and when I had the opportunity a few years ago I picked up a 2005 Chevy Express (the WhiteBuffalo) and did a "budget" campervan build.  Something like a Roadtrek or Sportsmobile will be out of reach for the foreseeable future...
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