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30amp to 50amp upgrade - Completed

I have a small toy hauler that was wired for 30 amp service, which normally would be fine. However, in their brilliance at the factory, they decided to put in a 3in1 oven(convection,1/2time,microwave) which uses a lot of juice. So much, in fact, I wa...

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mabynack by • Explorer II
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Refrigerator Status LED Mod

I've started a mod to show the refer status in the top of the lower vent frame.I used 3mm LED's with 980 ohm voltage drop resistance for the 12 volt circuits & 47K + a 1N 4007 blocking code for the 120VAC circuits. White - AC Power: Red - AC Heater Y...

Short Wife???

I have one! She has had a hard time with seeing the thermostat readout. If looking up at an angle it is distorted. So I asked an Expert if the whole unit could be tipped and the answer was yes. So I used a couple hex nuts behind the top two screw...

Digital thermostat upgrade help needed

I have been out of rving for the past couple of years due to family health issues. I'm ready to get back on the road now but before I do , I want to change out my old analog thermostat for a digital. I have a DuoTherm A/C and an Atwood furnace. I kno...

Remove seat 2001 Gulf Stream Yellowstone

I am trying to remove my passenger seat and am having trouble finding the proper size male Torx socket. I have tried the T50 and T55. The proper size is somewhere between these two sizes. I don't know where to start as I have contacted the local Ford...

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Eternal bond tape or Dicor?

which is better to seal around one of my roof vents? Have a fantastic fan fan that is starting to develop a leak. Have some eternabond tape 2" wide

Romer1 by • Explorer
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Replace Day/Nigh shades with ??????

My TT is 10 years old and since I am a FTer showing dirt and wear/tear. I am looking for ideas to replace them along with the cloth covered header over the shades. DW is NOT into sewing.Suggestion with photos are very welcome.. . . . :h

TenOC by • Nomad
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LED bulbs

If your carmper/rv uses old style 12 volt car bulbs check out Amazon.com, they have 10 pack of led bulbs for under 20 bucks. Whiter light, cooler, less power. Best cheap upgrade to my rv ever. Better than $9.00/bulb at rv supply places.

jpsage by • Explorer
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Dexter Ez Flex Kit $163

This is a smok'n deal.....And from a reputable supplier, Trailer Parts Superstore is a division of Eastern Marine Every where else has this kit for well over $225.http://www.ebay.com/itm/DEXTER-E-Z-Flex-reg-Tandem-Equalizer-Suspension-Kit-K71-652-00...

Honda generator enclosure fan question

I am putting my Honda EU2000i in an aluminum truck type tool box on the rear of my Toyota. I would like to be able to run it with the box closed. I have most of it figured out, wiring, exhaust and such. But am not sure of what to do for fan for dr...

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Why not paint tires for UV protection??

1.People use house paint on old tires when they use them as planters--and it sticks well for years and years.2. House paint is proven to give long-lasting outdoor protection (on your house).3. Water-based latex paint will not harm the tires.I think w...

SeeLevel II Tank Monitor Install

SeeLevel II Tank Monitoring SystemI installed the 709-4 SeeLevel II system on my 2014 Shasta Phoenix 32RE fifth wheel, after becoming so frustrated with the tank monitors. I was a bit intimidated to take on this project knowing I would most likely h...

DaYooper by • Explorer
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Introduction and New Project

Have lurked on the forum and lots of great info here...appreciate the wealth of knowledge as it's helping me through this project. Our '01 Kit Espre surprised me with a rotten rear floor I discovered during spring cleanup for a trip...that never hap...

Real tile backsplash?

Hi all. My class A has mirrors behind the kitchen sink and stovetop. It is attached to the wall with double sided tape, so it is easily removable. I am thinking about replacing it with smart tiles, the self stick kind. But I was wondering if anyo...

whit by • Explorer
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