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RE: LiFePO4 Converter Change?
Can anyone cut through it and keep it simple?
Sure.
This one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DP3J3FD/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Remove old, replace with new. Plug and play. 14.4 volts max charge.
You're done.
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bighatnohorse
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03/14/23 07:39am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Lithium Battery heater
Get yourself a wireless Thermometer with remote sensors from Amazon, place one sensor on the battery…
3 tons
Do that.
And insulate the exterior battery compartment door.
If possible, leave interior cabinet door(s) open so that cabin air can circulate into basement area.
You may not need a battery warmer unless you plan to camp in extreme low temperatures and charge battery in those conditions.
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bighatnohorse
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02/28/23 07:09am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Kitchen stove fan "flap".
The plastic hinge pin is what broke on mine. I fixed it by purchasing a 1/8-inch diameter carbon fiber rod from a hobby store.
I epoxied the rod to the length of the flapper edge in such a way that it replaced the hinge pin.
The flapper never came off after that.
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bighatnohorse
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02/24/23 07:21am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Help - jacks are draining my batteries
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But it feels like we’re over your head, OP, and you’ve checked out.
It's more likely that he/she turned off DC power to the fridge which fixed the problem. (And that's assuming that the batteries weren't damaged from being drained.)
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bighatnohorse
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01/25/23 07:13am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Effect of no absorption on LiFePo4?
Ralph,
Quite the opposite. LiFePo4 do not want to be charged to 100%. They do want to be balanced charged once per month.
Isn't a "balance charge" a 100% charge?
As I recall, it is said that over time, individual component batteries can develop slightly different voltages. Thus, charging the entire battery to a full charge and holding it at full charge for a period of time will equalize the individual component batteries.
Can you clarify?
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bighatnohorse
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01/22/23 08:22am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Help - jacks are draining my batteries
Either you're leaving your refrigerator set for DC power (powered by battery) or you have a bad battery.
Or both by now.
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bighatnohorse
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01/21/23 06:42am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Help - jacks are draining my batteries
Check the date on the batteries. Replace them anyway.
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bighatnohorse
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01/20/23 06:20am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Crack in plastic shower wall Lance 1172
Check the basement area under the shower. My 2014 1181 had shims under the shower pan that had fallen out. I caught that defect before it became a bigger problem.
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bighatnohorse
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01/18/23 07:57am |
Truck Campers
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RE: ARE THERE ANY SNOWBIRDS ANYMORE?
No. I'm now a rain bird. Sold the wet house and moved to a dry house.
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bighatnohorse
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01/13/23 07:15am |
Snowbirds
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RE: cheap solar panels
https://www.scamadviser.com/check-website/wuuller.com/
Extremely low trust rating.
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bighatnohorse
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01/08/23 07:03am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Broken Frame on a RAM 3500
1)The owner has a Facebook page and made a comment about selling the truck camper and that he also owns a 5th wheel.
This raises the unanswered question about how the truck was outfitted and used. Does the owner own two trucks? Does the truck also have a 5th wheel connection?
2) If you've driven in Mexico then you know that the topes (speed bumps) are everywhere. The shadow of a tree can hide a tope. If one were to hit a tope with a big camper on it could damage the frame and more.
Again, it's an unanswered question (though comprehensive insurance should cover such an event).
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bighatnohorse
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12/30/22 08:44am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Lance 650 - Anyone try upgrading battery capacity?
You should check the Lance Owners of America forum. They have tons of Lance modifications.
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bighatnohorse
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10/29/22 07:36am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Batteries died...sheesh
If you have a Costco membership then I would recommend simply going there and buying what fits your budget.
In my experience, they have replaced their batteries at no charge or pro-rating if one of their batteries goes bad.
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bighatnohorse
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10/08/22 07:53am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Is changing to a quieter AC worth it?
It appears that the Aventa requires 230 volt 50 cycle. It maybe for European RVs.
The RecPro model i looked at is 120 volts but draws 14 amps.
And the RecPro specs state the db at 59 - about the same as a Honda 2000 generator.
The "standard" truck camper AC such as the one on my Arctic Fox draws 8 amps.
You'd pretty much need a 50 amp hookup if you're running a larger RV.
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bighatnohorse
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09/13/22 08:16am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Arctic Fox 1150 onboard batteries
The first check I would make is a voltage check at the batteries with both the solar and the truck disconnected.
(Hopefully, you have an on/off switch to the solar panels.)
Then start the truck and wait for about a minute before checking the battery voltage again. The voltmeter should now be reading a higher voltage charge from the truck.
Are you getting a charge from the truck?
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bighatnohorse
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09/06/22 07:34am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Water heater temperature
I leave the water heater off, only turning it on 18-20 minutes before taking a shower. That gets the hot water to a temp I can use without cold water. It may take a few tries to figure out how long to leave it on. Saves a lot of water.
Is that using GAS or ELECTRIC?
When using gas to heat the water, I figure about 12 minutes to reach comfortable hot shower water.
Electric seems to take a little more time.
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bighatnohorse
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08/19/22 09:05am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Dealer/website for Lance Truck Camper parts
Lance used to have their own parts department.
You need your model, year and serial number before you call them.
661.949.3322 EXT-520 OR email [email protected]
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bighatnohorse
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08/17/22 08:05am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Patagonia
No advice regarding driving but for clothing, light weight and wind resistant are best. Lots of wind in that area.
That's one part of the world that I would elect to revisit.
It's like Alaska on steroids.
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bighatnohorse
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08/10/22 08:12am |
RVing in Mexico and South America
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RE: Let's talk Dana 80 axle temps
Yes. The Dana 80 is de-rated by Ford to match the tire load capacity.
The Dana 80 is rated for 11,000 pounds by it's manufacturer.
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bighatnohorse
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07/23/22 08:29am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Los Algodones Mexico
Don't be shocked by all the happy street greeters along the sidewalks that encourage one to use their dentist or shop.
(It's kind of off-putting to non-travelers.)
We've never had a problem there but we always carry Cipro - provided by out local primary care doc - for world travel.
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bighatnohorse
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07/01/22 07:58am |
Snowbirds
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