Hi, I got my Scamp (2020 13' Deluxe with Front Bathroom) last November and used it over the winter several times before I ever put any water in it. Then, of course, over the summer months I used the various tanks, sink and toilet. Now that winter is around the corner, I am curious if there is a way to continue using my little camper without winterizing. I'm thinking of using those snow melters for walkways under my camper for those days in between the trips. I could have them "warming" the underside while parked in my driveway. I'm guessing the heat of using it during the actual trips will be enough to prevent the pipes freezing if I use the heater. Do you think this would work? Is there a better way?
I live (and generally camp) in Missouri, so we can have pretty cold winters in the January/February months.
Thanks!
I'm not sure what you mean by walkway snow melters. If the temps are below freezing you chance freezing drains and pumps. They are on the outside away from the heat.
Unfortunately much of the water system is exposed to the elements. and any breeze that is below freezing an you risk frozen tubes and water heater and gray tank. along with the dump pipe from the toilet. It happens quickly and while traveling you are very exposed. Winterizing is best.
2019 Scamp 13 standard