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True but you also don’t burn any fuel on the boat around the Darien Gap...

Thanks, probably enough heat loss through the rest of the cab structure that the window coverings are futile. Yes, we also have a continuous battle with condensation in the cold.

So, you have tried the Blidimax and they help in the heat but not in the cold? I have considered getting them for the cold but for summer heat I would think there are less expensive options available.

Thor is building a new plant in Indiana to build the compact Class C Hymer models. Mercedes has not offered 4wd on cab chassis Sprinters in North America so unless that changes it will limit what they can offer.

Probably can help to put some good insulated covers on the cab windows like the ones from RREGlobal. https://rre-global.com/window-blinds/ The Truma propane heater is pretty efficient as propane heaters go compared to the old style RV propane furnace but you can’t get around the 50% BTU/lb...

Are you sure about this? There are many RV’s from major manufacturers that use diesel heat and hot water with Induction cooktops (look at most large Class A’s) and no propane. I don’t think Advanced RV has used propane on most of their Class B’s either.

In this case, I think propane is the way to go. Gasoline engine so you would have reduced options for heat and hot water vs diesel. Induction cooktop would be nice though. Propane set up with two standard tanks is a good choice making refills easy.

It would be nice if there were better options for a vent fan with a well insulated cover. I have a foam insulating plug that I can put into the vent fan from inside which helps some to keep the moist air out of the fan.

As mentioned, with the normal discounts on Winnebago the price will be down around $140k. For that price I think it will be an attractive buy with standard lithium batteries, Truma heat and hot water, auxiliary engine alternator for battery charging, decent solar power, cassette, large fresh...

Here is where I buy the replacement parts for the Maxx fans... https://www.adventurerv.net/

Do not know. I treated two new circuit boards with conformal spray and sealed the connector in two new control panels for our two fans. Condensation stopped them again. Now I just replace the circuit board and control panel when needed with new ones. You might have better luck with the fix.

Here is the possible fix but it didn’t work for me...

The biggest issue we have in the winter is the condensation into the MaxxAir, usually leading to a failure of the fan when the water gets into the electronics and the control panel. Have tried the method of sealing the circuit board but have still had failures. I keep a supply of replacement...

If you look at expedition vehicles meant for long range overland travel, I think it would be unusual to see owners choose “our beloved” 120 hp Unimogs as the chassis of choice or even more modern Unimogs either. It is rare to see a European expedition truck on a Unimog even though they are...

Isn’t it nice that buyers have a wide range of choices for expedition vehicles. Different strokes for different folks... Our GXV Patagonia on a Kenworth K-370 chassis has a 20 ft box with an overall length of around 30 ft, height of 12’6”, a width of 8’, and a loaded weight of around 27,000 lb...

With the increase in the standard deduction you do need to have enough deductions to get above the standard deduction to deduct the loan interest.

That Fuso he passed is a great DIY build that is pretty well known...

Interested in hearing what GXV is building for you? Our Kenworth Patagonia is 3 years old with 55,000 miles with no major issues so far...

Yes, I don’t plan to get our 27,000 lb GXV stuck in a remote area. Ours also has a lower center of gravity than it appears for the same reason, most of the weight is down low.