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Forum: Chassis and Running Gear 11-04-2019, 10:48 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,923
Posted By Wanderer
Another cause of failure is driving faster than...

Another cause of failure is driving faster than the tires are rated for. It clearly states the maximum speed rating on the tire. I often see trailers going down the highway far in excess of 100 KPH...
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 10-05-2019, 11:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,627
Posted By Wanderer
Since they are only inches apart and the gas line...

Since they are only inches apart and the gas line comes in only inches above the burner tube I'll just use the RTV stuff as a precaution. Since I have to redo it when I reassemble I may as well go...
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 10-05-2019, 09:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,627
Posted By Wanderer
Apparently the whole inner area of the heater...

Apparently the whole inner area of the heater compartment gets hot enough to make proflex 'disappear'. I watched a YouTube where a guy was replacing it with high temp RTV as per recommendations from...
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 10-05-2019, 06:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,627
Posted By Wanderer
It's about a 5 cm (2 in) hole. Not sure how to...

It's about a 5 cm (2 in) hole. Not sure how to fill that with silicone...

Update

There is a rubber gasket/sleeve inside all the sealant. I have found that you must use a high heat silicone to...
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 10-05-2019, 05:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,627
Posted By Wanderer
Water Heater Removal

I have to remove the hot water heater from my RV to gain access for some repairs I need to make to the wall. The gas line is sealed with a kind of putty or caulking where it goes through the...
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 08-19-2019, 12:27 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,825
Posted By Wanderer
Could be a power surge from lightening took out...

Could be a power surge from lightening took out your converter. You did not mention if your microwave now works but really, it has nothing to do with your converter. A power surge however would fry...
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 08-05-2019, 03:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,416
Posted By Wanderer
You are correct. We have vent stacks on our TT...

You are correct. We have vent stacks on our TT and house as atmospheric vents are not permitted in Canada.
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 08-04-2019, 04:09 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,416
Posted By Wanderer
In Canada atmospheric vents are not permitted in...

In Canada atmospheric vents are not permitted in any application, be it in the home or RV's. We have proper 'P' traps in all our drains. You could consider replacing the vents and that'll solve all...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 07-22-2019, 12:13 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,423
Posted By Wanderer
We use ours fairly often. Personal pizzas with...

We use ours fairly often. Personal pizzas with the grandkids are especially good. It does cook differently than an electric oven but doesn't take too long to learn how to use it properly.
My wife...
Forum: Travel Trailer 07-14-2019, 04:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,285
Posted By Wanderer
I wouldn't even use silicone in my house! There...

I wouldn't even use silicone in my house! There are far better products that do a much better job.
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 07-09-2019, 06:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,966
Posted By Wanderer
Take the old on off and bring it with you to the...

Take the old on off and bring it with you to the store to match up with a new one.
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 07-09-2019, 01:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,071
Posted By Wanderer
I attended a workshop on sealants when we brought...

I attended a workshop on sealants when we brought our RV. We were told and shown the issues with silicone. Silicone does not bond well with metal or fibreglass and so never provides a great...
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 07-09-2019, 02:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,071
Posted By Wanderer
Use ProFlex for the vertical seams and Dicor...

Use ProFlex for the vertical seams and Dicor self-leveling sealant for the membrane roof.
The key is to remove all the old ProFlex sealant and then clean with Naptha (camp stove fuel) before...
Forum: Travel Trailer 07-07-2019, 07:28 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,062
Posted By Wanderer
Mine is beginning to show signs after 9 years. ...

Mine is beginning to show signs after 9 years. We live on the west coast of Canada. I would expect southern units will show it sooner.
Forum: Travel Trailer 07-07-2019, 07:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,923
Posted By Wanderer
They're usually stapled in place. I pin nailed...

They're usually stapled in place. I pin nailed mine back on. I don't advise gluing it in case you ever need to remove it.
Forum: Travel Trailer 06-15-2019, 12:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,334
Posted By Wanderer
Happy all is resolved for you and jhat as well! ...

Happy all is resolved for you and jhat as well! Welcome to the forum both of you!
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 06-13-2019, 01:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,307
Posted By Wanderer
It will come out the low point drain first. That...

It will come out the low point drain first. That is the purpose of them- to drain all systems at the lowest point.

You can just buy 1/2" threaded PVC plugs from any hardware store, it's the same...
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 06-05-2019, 11:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,753
Posted By Wanderer
Canadian Tire has a 300W with a 6000W surge on...

Canadian Tire has a 300W with a 6000W surge on sale for $180.
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 05-26-2019, 01:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,725
Posted By Wanderer
I've had Maxair sine 2010 and love them!

I've had Maxair sine 2010 and love them!
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 05-11-2019, 06:12 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,934
Posted By Wanderer
I looked for a decibel chart on Champions website...

I looked for a decibel chart on Champions website but could not find one. A lot of talk about decibels but no actual numbers. I look forwards to your comparison. I'm assuming both of your new...
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 05-10-2019, 08:43 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,934
Posted By Wanderer
I have a Honda and a Champion. If I was...

I have a Honda and a Champion. If I was replacing I'd go with Honda.
Hondas are quieter- don't let anyone tell you differently. Just go to their websites and you'll get the decibel readings and...
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 05-05-2019, 09:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,765
Posted By Wanderer
Make sure the 120V breaker for your converter is...

Make sure the 120V breaker for your converter is on. All 12V stuff runs off the battery which is kept charged by the converter. If your converter is not working and your batteries are dead then...
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 04-23-2019, 10:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,294
Posted By Wanderer
We have Sirius in the truck as well as our house....

We have Sirius in the truck as well as our house. I installed a dock in the trailer so that I can take the house one into the trailer when we travel.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 04-23-2019, 03:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,690
Posted By Wanderer
Ice cream needs to be kept between 0 and minus 5...

Ice cream needs to be kept between 0 and minus 5 F. Hard to achieve with ice packs for any length of time. Remember that sugar is an anti-freeze.
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 04-23-2019, 03:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,596
Posted By Wanderer
Was there a large elevation drop between where...

Was there a large elevation drop between where you were and your home? Perhaps the pressure change caused a 'burp' .
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