Forum: Ultra-Lite
03-17-2024, 10:01 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 353
solar panel mounts
I meant no offense. There are a lot of people online who shout random advice.
-Lee
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Forum: Ultra-Lite
03-16-2024, 09:22 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 353
solar panel roof mounts
I've installed perhaps a 1000 solar panels on over 300 different RVs. I rarely need to find a stud. What is it about your roof that makes you think you need a stud?
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Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics
02-29-2024, 05:04 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 329
leave the 12v battery in place
When you have a built-in generator, you need to leave at least one 12v battery in place. That will ensure you have enough 12v power for generator start, jacks etc.
I presume the EG4 has a...
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Forum: Fifth Wheel
08-16-2023, 09:57 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 940
Lithium vibration issues
I've installed over 700 Battle Born Lithium batteries. They do not have a vibration reliability problem because they are properly engineered. Some cheap Chinese Lithium batteries may have a...
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Forum: Toy Hauler
05-06-2023, 09:24 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,315
big solar big batteries
I build systems like this all the time at my RV solar shop. I just had a new RV owner contact me because the dealer did such a poor job on the $25K solar/battery/electrical systems that he doesn't...
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Forum: Toy Hauler
04-28-2022, 01:27 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,429
RV Inspectors
I trust the RV inspectors association. Full inspection with 100 page written report around $1000.
Well worth it!
https://nrvia.org/
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Forum: Modifications and Upgrades
04-02-2022, 11:47 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,315
eternabond tape
I've had good luck with eternabond tape, when properly applied. You need to follow all the instructions for prep.
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Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances
02-05-2022, 09:51 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,808
12v compressor fridges
I have been using the modern 12V compressor (Danfoss or Secop) fridges and cooler for several years now, and love them. They have a few unique characteristics that make them great for RVs
1) They...
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Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics
01-30-2022, 01:34 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,965
Battle Born Charging
I personally designed and installed over 100 RV solar systems last year, most of them with Battle Borns. Here are a few tips...
1) Battle Borns need to be taken over 14.2V for 30min every so...
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Forum: Fifth Wheel
01-22-2022, 08:46 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,191
RV programmable thermostat
I'm going to get this some day real soon, so I can turn the heat up in the morning without getting out of bed! :lol:
https://www.microair.net/products/easytouch-rv-thermostat
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Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics
12-01-2021, 10:10 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,519
Curious
Excuse me for butting in, but I love a good conundrum. There are a lot of twists to this problem. The water heater only uses 12V for control circuitry, and 120V (and LPG) for actual heat. However,...
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Forum: Toy Hauler
12-01-2021, 09:48 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,865
Good info
Great post. Good info. Thanks for sharing.
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Forum: Classifieds
06-02-2021, 08:55 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,534
Triton By Voltage recliner set
I have a set that I took out of my 2016 Triton by Voltage when it was new. I wrapped them in a tarp and stuck them in the shed. I'll go see if I can figure out what color they are.
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Forum: General RV Related Discussions
03-27-2021, 09:33 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 933
Amish canvas repair
I've had the Amish repair two different canvas pop ups for me. Probably lots of them near you, but they don't have web sites!
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Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics
03-27-2021, 09:27 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 5,678
Completely dead batteries
Here are a couple of tidbits I've learned with Lithium batteries, they are also applicable to AGM batteries.
1) The Onan generator requires a certain minimum battery voltage, or it won't continue...
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Forum: General RV Related Discussions
03-21-2021, 12:11 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 951
super interesting
Super interesting post. My RV solar business in Grand Junction CO grew 600% last year. Thanks for posting it!
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Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics
03-20-2021, 11:30 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 6,518
lithium batteries
I have been using Battle Born Lithium batteries for more than 5 years. I actually became a dealer 5 years ago. I've installed more than 200 Battle Born batteries, and have never had one warranty...
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Forum: Travel Trailer
03-20-2021, 11:09 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,383
heat pump
I'm thinking of replacing the bedroom A/C with either a heat pump style A/C or an inverter mini-split. Both are significantly more efficient than a regular A/C. I'm almost 100% off grid, so that...
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Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics
03-10-2021, 11:43 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 6,518
Fridge on Auto or gas
If you create the scenario where your inverter drives the whole coach, then not only do you need to switch off the 12V converter, you need to make sure the gas/electric fridge is set to GAS, not...
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Forum: Toy Hauler
02-06-2021, 11:38 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,277
Dutchmen quality
I have a 2015 Triton By Voltage, which used the same chassis as Voltage of that era. I have no idea if it is the same chassis as you have. I sympathize both with your problems and with dealing with...
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Forum: Ultra-Lite
01-14-2021, 01:28 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,006
Chinese lithium batteries
Congrats on your new camper.
I've been in the RV battery business for a long time. I'm skeptical about buying lithium batteries from Alibaba. If there is a problem, good luck getting service or...
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Forum: General RV Related Discussions
01-10-2021, 05:58 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 3,710
12v fridge power draw
My SunLight pop up has an old Dometic 3.5cf 3way fridge. I measured the power draw and consumption while running strictly on 12V (no LP). It drew almost 6A from the battery, at about a 50% duty...
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Forum: General RV Related Discussions
01-09-2021, 11:13 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 3,710
12v charging from the tow vehicle
A 6awg wire properly fused is a great way to charge a trailer while towing. In the RAM (not sure about the Chevy) the trailer brakes and 12V line share the same fuse. So if you pull the 12V fuse...
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Forum: General RV Related Discussions
01-09-2021, 10:04 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 3,710
12v fridge
RV fridges that are of the gas absorption type work by boiling ammonia. It can boil with LP Gas (with a 12V control board and valve. It can boil with 120V heater (with a 12V control board and...
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Forum: General RV Related Discussions
11-29-2020, 03:38 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 7,862
Furrion plugs
Furrion compatible plugs are readily available. They are better than the Go Power or Zamp (SAE) plugs. I often change out the SAE plugs on campers for the 2 pin power circular connector (Furrion...
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