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timandsusan · 12-11-2023, 05:57 AM

We learned about cold weather our 1st year when we were in Bryce NP in October of 2006. We arrived a day early for our reservation at the park. So, we were convinced to dry camp--new experience for us. What happened??
Early in the AM, the furnace shut down because our single 12vdc battery was shot! No heat. No hookup. Yes we were OK but cold. Thank goodness Ruby's was open for a great breakfast with HOT coffee.
So--what did I do for future RVing. Installed a second 12vdc battery--no more issues. I have had 2 batteries for the past 23 years--not the same batteries! Also got a very good jumper cable!

12-11-2023, 05:57 AM	#22
timandsusan Montana Master Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: San Antonio Posts: 1,299 M.O.C. #5165	Second Battery We learned about cold weather our 1st year when we were in Bryce NP in October of 2006. We arrived a day early for our reservation at the park. So, we were convinced to dry camp--new experience for us. What happened?? Early in the AM, the furnace shut down because our single 12vdc battery was shot! No heat. No hookup. Yes we were OK but cold. Thank goodness Ruby's was open for a great breakfast with HOT coffee. So--what did I do for future RVing. Installed a second 12vdc battery--no more issues. I have had 2 batteries for the past 23 years--not the same batteries! Also got a very good jumper cable! __________________ F-250 King Ranch Crew Cab 2012, Single Wheel, 6.7 L Diesel, Transfer Flow Internal 50 Gallon Fuel Tank, Upgraded Ford Software for 50 Gallon tank, 2006 3475Rl with Mor-ryde King Pin, 2nd AC, 2nd Battery, Pressure Pro TPMS, Wet Bolt Shackle Kit