Late 80's RV Questions
I have offered to consult with a young couple in our neighborhood that just purchased a late 80's Class C motorhome but have no previous experience with RVs. All my experience is with TTs starting wit...
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MEXICOWANDERER wrote:
If the rig is destined to be a power pole princess, then 99.99% of the advice given for serious engine alternator charging (upgrades) can be ignored. Late 80's converters were battery boilers. If the converter is a bright brushed aluminum box about the size of a loaf of bread with large red & white wires sticking out of one end and has a fan on the other, let me know -PM- if the owner wishes to upgrade.
Easier than watching pretty, colored, monitor lights on a power pole princess, switch on a light, if no light, problem. Both are useless for battery monitoring.
The young couple plan on using this motorhome for both on and off grid scenarios and will probably live in it most of the time. They have also expressed an interest in solar power after I mentioned our small (110 W) system. I will check on the converter next time I am over there. The power panel has a brown plastic cover similar to our TT's WFCO converter but not sure if it has been changed out.
The RV has not been powered up or connected to city water since their recent purchase. The new owner will be purchasing a new 30A extension cord,new house battery, DMM, RV hoses and pressure regulator so we can complete initial checkout.
Thanks for all the helpful information.
