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TrekerJack
Explorer
Sep 05, 2013

Solenoid / converter issue? Trouble with battery disconnect

Well I’ve had my first new-to-me RV (2000 Roadtrek 200 Popular) for my first full summer and everything was working as should – frig, heater, AC, generator, etc. Then a few weeks ago I had trouble tur...
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pianotuna
Nomad III
Sep 09, 2013
Hi,

The one with the burned contacts was Ford OEM. By going to increased amperage the contacts are less likely to burn. The replacement unit was rated for 100 amps continuous. I forget the "contacting" amperage.

TrekerJack wrote:
Pianotuna,

I don't really know anything about solenoids. Do you remember what the amp was your old solenoid and what you increased to? What's the benefit of increase amps?

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