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Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 11-03-2021, 01:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,246
Posted By Jimmygator
AGM Deep Cycle Battery suggestions

I'm needing to replace my TT battery. It historically had the flooded 24 group size deep cycle RV/Marine type battery. While doing light research, and not trying to break the bank, I'm interested...
Forum: Ultra-Lite 08-18-2021, 06:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 956
Posted By Jimmygator
I placed a switch to shut mine off when not...

I placed a switch to shut mine off when not traveling. Had to go in through the exhaust fan area, find the correct wire and install a toggle switch.
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 06-02-2021, 03:54 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,307
Posted By Jimmygator
Tongue jack bolt mounting pattern

What is the mounting bolt pattern dimensions for power tongue jacks? Are they all standard? My current pattern spread is 3" on sides and 3-1/4" on back.
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 04-21-2021, 09:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,104
Posted By Jimmygator
It appears Camping World does sell a product...

It appears Camping World does sell a product referred to as fitting many different RV brand storage doors.
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 04-21-2021, 09:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,104
Posted By Jimmygator
Storage door seal

Coleman Light LX storage door seals are getting beat up with stuff and needs replacing. Any leads where to buy the exact replacement material?

TIA
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 09-29-2020, 06:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,089
Posted By Jimmygator
Lovebug removal

What's a safe and effective product to remove lovebugs from a Coleman Light LX with a fiberglass shell? I've used common cleaners like carwash and simple green and a bit of them remains on the...
Forum: Ultra-Lite 09-29-2020, 03:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,621
Posted By Jimmygator
Lovebug removal

What's a safe and effective product to remove lovebugs from a Coleman Light LX with a fiberglass shell? I've used common cleaners like carwash and simple green and a bit of them remains on the...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 06-25-2020, 01:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,343
Posted By Jimmygator
Nope, its a option that wasn't included.

Nope, its a option that wasn't included.
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 06-24-2020, 05:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,343
Posted By Jimmygator
Adding an outside shower to TT

I have the two drain valves that when open under pressure have a good water flow. I'm interested in adding a temporary connection for a hot/cold outside shower. Has anyone done this? These are the...
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 05-16-2020, 04:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,840
Posted By Jimmygator
I tried the suggestions mentioned however had to...

I tried the suggestions mentioned however had to remove the white nylon plug to drain the W/H.

Thanks for the suggestion and replies. I'll be emptying the W/H tank after each trip. And...
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 05-15-2020, 01:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,840
Posted By Jimmygator
So true. We do watch the weather closely for...

So true. We do watch the weather closely for freeze snaps. Our greenhouse has a heater we'll fire up if threated with cold snaps. This past winter it might have frozen 4 times and just barely. We...
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 05-15-2020, 01:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,840
Posted By Jimmygator
where I live we don't actually need to winterize...

where I live we don't actually need to winterize something the size of a water heater. Water lines yes, but a 6 gallon tank would never freeze unless the dinosaurs were to return.
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 05-15-2020, 12:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,840
Posted By Jimmygator
Yep, found out how true that is.

Yep, found out how true that is.
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 05-15-2020, 12:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,230
Posted By Jimmygator
We had the exact same experience on our maiden...

We had the exact same experience on our maiden voyage.
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 05-15-2020, 12:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,840
Posted By Jimmygator
I recently had to service the burner tube for the...

I recently had to service the burner tube for the water heater, had a web in it. At that time the tank was drained by removing the white plug. Before I drained the tank I had opened the water drain...
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 05-14-2020, 07:28 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,193
Posted By Jimmygator
Mine and a friend both had bad control boards on...

Mine and a friend both had bad control boards on the WH. I purchased my RV in 2018, friend too.
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 05-14-2020, 07:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,840
Posted By Jimmygator
To drain or not to drain WH

What is the consensus of owners? Do you drain the water heater after each trip? By removing the nylon plug in the water heater tank and draining the, in my case, 6 gallons of water.

TIA
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 05-14-2020, 07:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,230
Posted By Jimmygator
I know of two boards that failed early on, mine...

I know of two boards that failed early on, mine and a friend. Both Attwood WH. Had to be a bad batch that were being included for the same models. Both were G6A-8E.
Forum: Towing Talk 03-03-2020, 05:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,774
Posted By Jimmygator
Towing in 4WD All in rain

2012 Ford Expedition 4WD. My question is related in towing in 4WD All setting in inclement weather. Heavy rain and or light snow. I never hit snow where I live however heavy rain often and when...
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 09-17-2019, 11:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,813
Posted By Jimmygator
Message sent... Thank you...

Message sent... Thank you...
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 09-16-2019, 12:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,813
Posted By Jimmygator
Trim on a Coleman Light cracking

The 3/4 inch black trim on each front of my Coleman is cracking. (see images) Is this material commercially available?

If not what is recommended to 'replace' this material?
...
Forum: Travel Trailer 02-27-2019, 05:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,162
Posted By Jimmygator
This was my initial thought, reinforce the...

This was my initial thought, reinforce the channel tube with grade 8 bolts, two per I-Beam in addition to the added Mount-n-Lock Safety Struts.
Forum: Travel Trailer 02-25-2019, 08:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,162
Posted By Jimmygator
Below is how its built. There is a 4" x 2" tube...

Below is how its built. There is a 4" x 2" tube welded to the I-Beam and the tube is welded to the 4"x4" bumper.

https://www.s10gator.com/images/20190225_154544.jpg
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Forum: Travel Trailer 02-25-2019, 03:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,162
Posted By Jimmygator
Thanks, I've seen these on other TTs. I suspect...

Thanks, I've seen these on other TTs. I suspect I'd stay under 200# of weight on the bumper. These kits look very substantial.
Forum: Ultra-Lite 02-25-2019, 01:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,980
Posted By Jimmygator
Mine was wired backwards on the trailer from the...

Mine was wired backwards on the trailer from the factory. After I figured that out and fixed it the camera works great. I use it in place of buying extended mirrors for my TV.
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