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coltleader


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I don't know if there are already posts about this topic but I would really like to know how people feel about having a washer and dryer installed in the RV for our cross country trips. If you do have one installed can you tell me your experience with it? Is there a specifc RV appropriate washer and dryer set up that I would have to look into? I have seen some smaller ones at hhgregg but I don't know if there is a specific hook up I need to get. Thanks for the help. I just don't want to purchase the set just to realize that it isn't going to work! Thanks.



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We have a combo unit made by Splendie. We love it. Only drawback is 110V takes a while to dry towels and jeans. Also, it is best to pull clothes out after wash, shake to loosen up the clothing, then put back for dry cycle.
Unit is very quiet and is gentle on water consumption.

PS, If you search this site for "Washer" you will find many previous post on this topic.

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We have apartment sized stackables by Sears and they make life on the road a pleasure. I believe there have been a number of discussions previously.

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We also have a stacking set and wouldn't be without it!

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Terry and Jo


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Carlee,

Welcome to the forums.  You have certainly found a source of good information from knowledgeable and friendly folks.

Our fifth wheel is a 38-footer with room for a side by side washer and dryer.  The separate units are good in that one can be washing the next load while the first is drying in the dryer.  A combo requires one to allow the unit to first wash and then dry fhe first load before anything else can be done.

If you use the search engine feature of the forum and search for washers and dryers, you will find a lot of information in regards to the different types and brands.  If you get separates, be careful when buying a dryer because some are 240V units and others are 120V dryers.  With a 240V dryer, I think you would have to be hooked up to a 50Amp power source.

In our case, we have Whirlpool units in our fifth wheel with the dryer being a 120V unit.  While it takes a bit longer to dry, we don't have to worry about voltages.

Jo wouldn't have anything other than separate units, and she certainly likes not having to go to laundromats.  But then, we are full-timers but not traveling yet, so it is convenient to not have to go out for laundry.  It just takes more loads since each load is smaller than what home units can handle.

Terry



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Delaine has the Whirlpool side by side W/D. We have also used the Splendide Combo and the Splendide Ariston stackable. We prefer the side by side Whirlpool, cost was less. The Combo will work however it will take much longer. The Splendide Ariston was a great unit, and we had planned to order the Suites with the Splendide side by side unit, however the Whirlpool W/D was cheaper. Keep in mind most places can repair a Whirlpool. We never had a issue with the Splendide's. Happy Trails....

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