New to popup question

[williamfriggle]

I just bought a Viking 2005 leftoever model 2007. I pick it up this coming saturday. I have one question I can't wait to ask them at the dealer. I am told that you shouldn't open up popups when it is cold because of cracking the plastic windows. What temp does it need to be to open it up safely? I want to plan my first trip but that will determine when.

Thanks,

Bill
Denver, PA

[fritz_monroe]

Congrats on your new pup.  Sorry I can't answer the questions about the windows, but I would think it wouldn't be an issue unless it's well below freezing.  I'm sure someone on here will have the real answer.

[AustinBoston]

The general rule of thumb is that you have to treat the vinyl windows very carefully when they are below 20

[tlhdoc]

Congratulations on the new camper!

I have never heard any set temperature for opening and closing the PU in the cold.  We did our coldest camping this past February, it was down to 8/9 degrees F over night and only in the 20's during the day.  One thing that does happen is that the tenting is harder to compress when cold.  I pop down and the let the camper sit for a little while before latching the roof.
If you are interested in camping with a group, feel free to join COTOC on any of our trips.