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Reply #20 –
I would opt for changing to the Peninsula windows if mine start the snaking.  Since my coach stays in the garage about 10 months a year, maybe the snakes will hold off.

Re: Insulated/Dual-Pane Windows?

Reply #21 –
With all due respect to those who have a different experience . . .

Here in the Allegheny Highlands, the air in winter is surprisingly humid.  Much more so than the Rockies or the Southwest in winter.  Condensation is a big problem.  I have had experience camping in an RV with single pane windows.  Not pleasant.

I'm less concerned about insulation than I am about windows sweating in late winter/early spring or late fall, when I'm camped for long periods fishing my favorite trout stream.  I can afford the propane to heat the camper; I cannot stand all the condensation making a mess. And, yes, I've tried ventilation, etc., etc.

I really do not care much about the cost of insulated windows.  Based on my past experience, I will personally not buy another RV of any sort without insulated/dual-pane windows.  But maybe that's just me.

YMMV

Dave M – I've noted the advantages of the Peninsula windows.  Thanks!

Wayne

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Reply #22 –
We have a '96, build number 4805, that came with dual pain windows. With the right money you can get anything. Wouldn't be without them!

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Reply #23 –
Yep. Dualpane is something I wish we had. When we overnighted last, on new years, condensation was so bad it made a puddle on the nightstand. It wasn't just humid out, it was *humid* , close to 100%. I'd like to do the dualpane conversion. Better start saving pennies!

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Reply #24 –
I made storm windows for my last motorhome and they work great and don't cost much. Not as handy as dual pane windows but 0 condensation.
I used it for skiing so I put them through the test.
Peter
 

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Reply #25 –
I've put clear heat-shrink plastic "storm window" on the travel trailer windows that I don't need to open.  Zero condensation. 

But where I camp it can be 20-something at night and 80-something during the day in springtime.  I'm off the grid, so I can't run A/C without running the generator, which I would like to minimize.  I need to open some windows sometimes. 

I won't do without dual-pane on the next RV.

Wayne