tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4180460645169293250.post6579331032036333692..comments2023-07-27T00:30:28.566-07:00Comments on RV SHRINK, Common Sense Peddler: Wishy Washy RVerpacktoterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08904292209126449778noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4180460645169293250.post-46714811260681653862015-09-30T12:03:16.972-07:002015-09-30T12:03:16.972-07:00I have a side by side standard washer and LP dryer...I have a side by side standard washer and LP dryer. I would not be without it. My husband readily agreed to this because he dislikes laundromats as much as I do. Add to that, he was doing all the laundry while I was working. Unfortunately we could not stand the unitized washer/dryer we had up in the bus. So that one was given away and we bought a used set after a few years. Having an onboard washer/dryer was great for the times I needed to do laundry so I would have clean clothes to go to work in the next day. I figure anyone who thinks I should not have a washer/dryer in my bus is more than welcome to come do all my laundry on a regular basis. They can also do any other housework they choose.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4180460645169293250.post-50954760420890390232015-09-27T20:53:25.401-07:002015-09-27T20:53:25.401-07:00This falls into "life style." My wife an...This falls into "life style." My wife and I have been full timers for over 8 years. 365 days a year on the road. I gave up an 6 burner stove, double ovens - true "cooks kitchen" for a 3 burner, no oven, small microwave. My wife gave up a big double stack W&D - no W&D in our coach. Why - it's called RVing/camping. I have a great 3 burner BBQ, we carry 2 weeks of underware and clothing. Going to the laundry, in the RV park, is all part of RVing. We look forward to meeting people and talking about their experiences. The space in your RV/coach should not be waisted with a W&D. Jerry X Sheahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12798737911182528809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4180460645169293250.post-45919057729289514982015-09-27T06:58:19.005-07:002015-09-27T06:58:19.005-07:00We are fulltimers and have a 37 ft fiver....Our un...We are fulltimers and have a 37 ft fiver....Our unit was already plumbed for a washer and drier but we opted not to have them installed due to concerns about additional weight and the fact that we had found that they are pretty inefficient. I do laundry about every 10 days and I can wash, dry, fold everything we own in 90 minutes. They problem with doing it at the RV park is there are usually only a few and that 90 minute time frame presupposes that I have access to 4 washers at the same time, which if done at an RV park, is pretty inconsiderate to take up all washers or driers at the same time. Also, with no washer and drier, we acquired more space in our closet. So, for me, I vote for the laundromat!<br />travelinggramma63https://www.blogger.com/profile/08996132929097567406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4180460645169293250.post-49082963296666023612015-09-26T20:17:57.881-07:002015-09-26T20:17:57.881-07:00We had a Pinnacle (13 lb capacity) Combo set insta...We had a Pinnacle (13 lb capacity) Combo set installed and vented. I purchased two drying tripods to put under a screened canopy. I wash a couple of loads every few days. I hang items on coat hangers then onto the tripods. Other items I dry in the Pinnacle ( such as underclothes) or hang in the shower overnight. I find this works perfect for us. No long wash days and no using public machines that may have remnants of dog beds or infested laundry from previous users. I don't like public washers or hotel beds. We are very happy that we bought the Combo unit! Worth the peace of mind.Landmark Ladynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4180460645169293250.post-57549197738834573332015-09-26T18:17:16.485-07:002015-09-26T18:17:16.485-07:00Splendide combo units that are VENTED do a great j...Splendide combo units that are VENTED do a great job with small light loads. Wash one load a day and it works our wonderfully. Unvented units do not dry well. <br /><br />We take heavier loads like bedding a laundry facility.<br /><br />We would not want a full time RV without on board washer/dryer for use when on full hookups.<br /><br />Too Many Catshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13290776031437347802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4180460645169293250.post-37022036960215057512015-09-26T14:49:30.100-07:002015-09-26T14:49:30.100-07:00We have a combo unit. It only holds 8 pounds, tak...We have a combo unit. It only holds 8 pounds, takes 3 hours to "damp" dry a pair of jeans, and I find it to be harsh on the clothes. It requires a full hook-up site, and if you're at full hook-ups, chances are you are near a campground laundromat anyway. We only use it as a dirty clothes hamper. Plus they are a bit tricky to winterize. Stupid waste of space, I want it gone.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4180460645169293250.post-82490306677057287082015-09-26T10:26:42.154-07:002015-09-26T10:26:42.154-07:00We had a combo unit in the class a we owned before...We had a combo unit in the class a we owned before our current one. This one doesn't have one. I thought I would miss it, but no. I mean it's not like every minute of our day is booked solid! We are retired after all. Most times we use the rv park facilities, take turns, take a Kindle or phone for entertainment. Actually, I have met some very interesting and nice people. It goes quickly, 2-3 washers, 1-2 dryers. Every 2 weeks or so. The cost is negligible compared to weight, space, and time.Talysen1https://www.blogger.com/profile/16856716442238221980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4180460645169293250.post-33596886265824305272015-09-26T09:15:24.305-07:002015-09-26T09:15:24.305-07:00So now you give her unreasonable husband a dumb id...So now you give her unreasonable husband a dumb idea....I think he needs to do ALL the laundry. Bet he would change his mind in short order. You missed the mark this time, Dr Shrink!<br />Let the lady have a w/d. Mine is spinning now as I write this.On the road with Chris and Charleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05671330988768446242noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4180460645169293250.post-63400034038943881312015-09-26T08:25:52.566-07:002015-09-26T08:25:52.566-07:00We previously had a dryer/washer all in one unit w...We previously had a dryer/washer all in one unit which did not do a very good job. You could just fit one sheet at a time in it. The end result was one wrinkled sheet after the drying cycle ended. We used it as a dirty clothes hamper and used a laundry mat. We just purchased a 5th wheel that has a unit in it. Can't figure out what to do with it. It is heavy, takes up closet space so again putting dirty clothes in it. Want it out of there.Jannnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4180460645169293250.post-20589158726393890912015-09-26T07:38:42.738-07:002015-09-26T07:38:42.738-07:00I would offer the comment that "combo" u...I would offer the comment that "combo" units are rather small, do a poor job of drying the clothing and sometimes (depending on the load) shake the entire RV when in the spin cycle. If I were to make a recommendation I would advise larger units if you have the space or just grin and bear the fact that you have to use a laundromat. If I were to have to purchase another RV (we bought our's used with a combo unit already onboard) I would prefer separate units.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04322147555171832520noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4180460645169293250.post-65402877276801238572015-09-26T07:15:14.733-07:002015-09-26T07:15:14.733-07:00My wife and I have a 34' 5th wheel, and I inst...My wife and I have a 34' 5th wheel, and I installed an apartment size stackable washer and dryer in a closet. I ran my drain pipe straight to the 3" drain, by-passing my holding tanks. We can only use it when we have a full hook up site but I don't have to worry about flooding the gray water tanks. It is heavy, but we compensated by removing a very heavy hide-a-way bed and a heavy recliner,replacing it with much lighter furniture. We love being able to wash and dry our clothes while sitting under our awning, enjoying camping. It's so nice not having to deal with the extra cost and hassle using public laundry facilities. <br />We're Ruff'n it right tonight.<br />Randy and Carolyn StroudAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10997909103732607890noreply@blogger.com