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Question For Electronics Techhie Nerds...

Subject: mounting components using ceramic based adhesives...More LED and power supply questions...MOSFETS are supposed to be mounted with a Sil Pad. I've got heat sinks that do not get along with M3 screws, holes or threading...Arctic Silver accordi...

Transmission oil cooler for 2007 Chevy 2500HD 6.6L diesel

I'm looking for an auxiliary transmission cooler for my truck. I've seen the PPE and BD Diesel coolers. The PPE looks very easy to install. I've also seen the Mishimoto cooler with the electric fan. It is quite a bit cheaper than the PPE and BD D...

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Let's talk about RV Inverters

Forgive me for being an electrical dummy , but I am... Is there a whole RV Inverter that would allow me to be self contained for a period of time ?? Maybe in place of a Generator ?? please explain the BASICS of an inverter/charger , or the like ??

power converter replacement

It appears my WFCO WF-8965 converter has bit the dust. The supply puts out 13.7vdc until a load is applied, then output voltage drops to 3vdc. This is with no battery in the circuit, only on 120vac shore power.I have seen several negative comments re...

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WH T&P valve drips on electric but not gas

We have a 6 gallon DSI gas & electric WH, new in 2014. On our first trip I noticed that when on electric, but not gas, the temperature & pressure relief valve would drip. So the dealership replaced the valve. Now on our next trip, it's doing it ag...

Propane heater

Just purchases a Mr Heater Big Buddy, and found you're not supposed to use larger than #20 bottles according to instruction pamphlet. Is there no way to hook into an existing line ?

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Shock bushing damage

We had Monroe shock absorbers installed on our KZ Spree TT before we took possession of it back in April last year. Being a new unit, the dealer said they would need to take care of it for warranty reasons. They sent it to a frame/suspension/axle s...

L1 OP Code on Norcold Fridge--Help (Norcold Recall Issue)

Early this A.M., our Norcold fridge, Model R1210M started beeping and we are getting the code L1 OP on the fridge control LED readout on front of the unit. I went outside; removed the cover, and the red LED light on the Temperature Sensor device ins...

USMC46 by • Explorer
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Charging chassis battery on Sprinter

Mercedes recommends a special charger to maintain charge on the chassis battery or damage to the electronics can occur. Has anyone used the battery tender JR to maintain their chassis battery during storage?

Charging external battery

What are the pro/cons/concerns?I want to charge my trolling (marine semi-deep cycle) battery (80 AH) using solar in the afternoon after its been discharged 30-50%. House batt SOC would be 90% or above. Would just adding a pigtail/jumper cable to my...

Bend by • Explorer
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Surge protector

Just as a heads up to all.Just bought a 50amp surge protector at Camping World for $270.00. on sale. Saved $180.00 off regular price. I have been looking at buying one for some time but did not want to spend $450.00. I am a happy camper.

Morningstar Flush Mount Solar Controller

Looking at a Black face Flush mount morningstar 30 amp pwm LED controller here at a solar dealer.Seems like a decent price at $150, but can't seem to find it online.Anyone have a link for it ?

Hardwiring inverter to converter and redundant charging

I am thinking of adding dual 6 volts and a solar charger with inverter system to my open range, I have a question about 12 volt charging.The inverter I was looking at has a built in switch and also a battery charger.The converter that's in my RV now ...

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6 volt vs 12 volt charging

I just installed two Trojan T105 6 volt batteries in my fifth wheel. I hooked them up in series to get 12 volt output. I had two gp 24 12 volt batteries before hooked up in parallel. When charging (converter on shore power 30 amp) I typically read 13...

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