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RE: fridge level?
Open fridge outside compartment
Look at the absorber tube bundle....large slanted tubes
Are they running downhill....OK
Are they level....no downward slope ----NOPE
Are they running uphill .....NOPE
Can you clarify on the uphill/downhill? Which side should be lower, as a person faces the outside compartment?
Absorber tubes slant downward to help gravity flow
If when parked those tubes are NOT slanted downward then gravity flow will be disrupted
See how they are slanted downward
http://i2.wp.com/historysafariexpress.airstreamlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/DSC002-Broken-refrig-drain-tube.jpg height=400 width=500
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Old-Biscuit
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10/25/20 11:20pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: PSI rating variables
15K triple axle tow hauler only weighing 9300#??
45# ....get rid of those
80# ...fill to max psi
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Old-Biscuit
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10/25/20 08:50pm |
Toy Haulers
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RE: Coachmen Freelander 23BB Water Heater Bypass
Is there a line that goes between cold & hot on backside of WH Tank?
The 2 valves....both handles should be 'in-line' with that connecting line
Cold Handle UP & Hot Handle DOWN
https://rv101withmarkpolk.files.wordpress.com/2019/10/two-bypass-resized.jpg?w=750 height=300 width=400
OR the handles should turn 180* and point towards bypass line if like this set up
https://rvlikeapro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/2-valve-bypass-mode-1024x576.jpg height=300 width=400
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Old-Biscuit
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10/25/20 04:53pm |
Class C Motorhomes
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RE: Flojet Water Pump hammering
WHEN is it doing that??
Low water demand
After closing faucet
All the time faucet is open
????
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Old-Biscuit
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10/25/20 04:49pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: filling fresh water tank
Fill before you leave.
We always travel with full fresh water tank
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Old-Biscuit
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10/25/20 04:47pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: 12V or 6V
If one 6v battery fails you have NO DC for RV
If one 12V battery fails you still have 12V DC for RV
6V battery typically will have higher amp/hour then 12V
Two 6V is series...voltage doubles/AH stays same (6V/225AH=12V/225AH)
Two 12V in parallel...voltage stays same/AH doubles (12V/105AH=12V/210AH)
So Two 6V in Series will have slight advantage over Two 12V in Parallel
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Old-Biscuit
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10/25/20 02:10pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: fridge level?
Open fridge outside compartment
Look at the absorber tube bundle....large slanted tubes
Are they running downhill....OK
Are they level....no downward slope ----NOPE
Are they running uphill .....NOPE
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Old-Biscuit
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10/25/20 02:00pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Water heater question
Loss of air pocket
Top of tank above the hot out dip tube should be an air pocket
Water swells when heated
Air pocket helps control increase in pressure
Water can not be compressed so pressure increases causing T&P to weep
https://i.imgur.com/tNecPIE.jpg?1 height=300 width=400
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Old-Biscuit
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10/24/20 06:50pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Water heater question
Clean the spark electrode with some emery cloth, clean/tighten wire connector at terminal on transformer, check/adjust spark gap 1/8" - 3/16"
It provides return path for flame proving signal (milliamp signal circuit board senses to keep gas valve open)
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Old-Biscuit
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10/24/20 12:58pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Shower wall sealant not sticking
Jayco had the same problem for YEARS. Here is what we used and is BETTER than Silicone. This DAP you buy the CLEAR. It comes out white but dries completely CLEAR, NOT a opaque glob like clear silicone. It will adhere to glass/fiberglass and Plastic. Doug
DAP
Kwik Seal Plus 10.1 oz. White Kitchen and Bath Adhesive Caulk with Microban
https://www.homedepot.com/p/DAP-Kwik-Seal-Plus-10-1-oz-White-Kitchen-and-Bath-Adhesive-Caulk-with-Microban-18510/100189580
That's good stuff^^^^^
Like the workability and how it cures
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Old-Biscuit
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10/23/20 03:25pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: tv reception with air antenna
Head of antenna has to be AIMMED at the TV Towers
Then AUTO Scan.
Anytime you relocate.......have to aim/auto scan
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Old-Biscuit
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10/23/20 03:17pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: 5th wheel front landing gear motor
YES there is SLOP in motor/gear box mounting
Normal
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Old-Biscuit
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10/22/20 01:28pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Humming sound in 5th wheel??
Xantrex Pro XM1000 is an 'INVERTER' used to inverter DC (from batteries) to AC for that residential fridge
'CONVERTER' used to converter AC from AC Source (shore/gen) to DC for the 12V System and maintaining/charging batteries
You could have BOTH...Inverter and Converter
If you unplug shore power then Converter will stop operating --- Converter Fan
Should stop as it is AC Powered
If you turn off Inverter....then it will stop
Inverter Manual
Determine which one is making the noise.
Humming could be 'Normal' or an indication of component failing
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Old-Biscuit
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10/22/20 11:05am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Tire Chains
Who knows what the weather will be like in 2 yrs
Better to be prepared then HAVE to get them
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Old-Biscuit
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10/21/20 09:48pm |
RVing in Canada and Alaska
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RE: Brake shoe size 2007 Cedar Creek Silverback
35l4qb
thanks for that info
35L4QB uses 7000# axles
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Old-Biscuit
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10/21/20 04:06pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Received new vehicle with nail implanted in tire-maybe.
No telling when nail attacked the tire ... could have been on your way to dealer
Have an Internal Patch repair done
Unless nail is in outer/sidewall area...then replace
Didn't NEW tires come with road hazard coverage/warranty??
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Old-Biscuit
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10/21/20 03:59pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Etiquette and Courtesy for Tourists & Visitors
Man.....
If I hadn't been the nosey 'tourist' during our 7 yrs FTng I would not have gotten the 'inside scoop' that only the 'locals' know
Even when I was overseas I was that nosey tourist asking all kinds of questions, seeking information, gaining advice/knowledge
Respect should be key.
Give it and get it back
But their are some folks that just don't want to engage...they should quietly disengage
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Old-Biscuit
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10/21/20 02:09pm |
RV Lifestyle
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RE: Regular or premium
The problem with comparing the GM Ecotec 6.2L with all those other engines is that the 6.2L has a compression ratio of 11.5:1 while all the others stated are 11.0:1 or lower. Compression ratio is what mainly dictates the need for premium. The higher the compression ratio, the greater the need for premium fuel.
Hemi 5.7L- 10.5:1
GM 5.3L- 9.6:1 for non-Ecotec (11.0:1 for 2014+ Ecotec)
GM 6.0L- 9.7:1
GM 8.1L- 9.1:1
Ford 7.3L- 10.5:1
Bingo^^^^
Chevy 6.2 ---premium gas
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Old-Biscuit
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10/21/20 02:01pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Brake shoe size 2007 Cedar Creek Silverback
2007 Silverbacks use 5200#, 6000# or 7000# axles....model dependent
Which if Dexter use the same 12" x 2" shoes
Complete assemblies are easiest and cheaper Vs individual components
Which model is yours?
Check axle tube for sticker/data as to which axle
Also check for MFG data info Inside the trailer...typically attached to inside of a cabinet door
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Old-Biscuit
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10/21/20 01:59pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Etiquette and Courtesy for Tourists & Visitors
If I didn't approach and engage in a conversation with the guy and his 2 girls in the horse drawn buggy I wouldn't have had a the great experience that occurred.
Learned a lot first hand about the Amish Culture and people.
even got invited to their farm which was a real blessing.
At CG right near Devils Tower, WY we came out one morning to find 6 Japanese girls sitting at our pic-nic table having their breakfast.
Instead of running them off we engaged with them. Found out they thought they were in a 'park' .....very apologetic about taking our space/table and were ready to pack up. We convinced them to stay, finish breakfast and enjoy their moment. Very interesting conversation.
Engaging with folks IS part of Life's Journey and can be beneficial to both.
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Old-Biscuit
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10/21/20 11:23am |
RV Lifestyle
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