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Electrical Question

So, after reading several people talking about a surge protector, I went in search of one. I am looking at this one. However, I want to make sure I understand ...This is not a surge protector? It just tells us if the power coming out of the electric...

Replaced my WFCO8955!

Like a lotta folks, my TT (toy hauler) had a WFCO8955 that would never go into bulk/boost mode. With two 24 series batteries discharged to 12.2v the initial charge current would never go higher than 18-20 amps. Of course, 15 ft. of 6 gauge wire run...

otrfun by Explorer II
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Black water valve leaking, NOT a simple valve replacement

I recently purchased a fw camper and found out the other day that my black water valve had a slow drip. I looked at it closer to see the bolts that hold the valve to the flange, which is glue to an elbow, has 2 of the 4 mounting tabs broken off. Its ...

VaMark by Explorer
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2012 Cyclone 300C Electrical Mystery. (2me@least)

Setting the scene.1.2012 Heartland Cyclone 300C Toyhauler.2.50amp system through adaptor plugged into 30amp home service.3.No tripped breakers in stick house or Toyhauler. All 12 volt fuses OK.4.Power to full garage, fridge, microwave, vacuum 120 vol...

Bigburd by Explorer
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Help with retensioning Carefree topper awning

A friend was helping me replace the fabric on my Carefree of Colorado slide out topper. I thought he understood about pinning the spring before we removed the roller. Well, he didn't insert the cotter pin and I lost all tension on the spring.I've got...

Natural gas fireplace,heater

I have a Kingsman stove in my house and since the fan motor runs bit noisy making it hard to sleep,,I use it without fan running,which made me wonder if this type of heater could be used in RVs as one wouldn't need electric power to use it..or not ve...

Electrical 12Volt

After replacing the engine battery due to the old one dying for an unknown reason, the new one did the same thing. I have a battery boost switch that is spring loaded so it goes off when you stop pressing it. It uses house batteries for the boost if...

Mr. Heater - Buddy - Oxygen Depletion Sensor?

Hey gang,Anyone know how the ODS works on these things?A schematic I came across makes it appear that it's a device separate from the pilot/thermocouple. Is that really the case?I know that a pilot/thermocouple can be tuned and employed to serve thi...

KendallP by Explorer
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5th wheel jacks not working

I've got a 2008 Komfort Trailblazer 5'er. Went to move it today and the landing gear won't raise or lower. Power is fine because the slides work and even with it plugged into the truck no dice. My first thought was fuse but the only fuse panel I c...

rknight by Explorer
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AGM Battery Discussion-Discharge/Charge Cycles

OK, Let us agree to no FLA vs AGM is better comments. AGM ONLY!!! And this discussion is aimed mainly for my fishing boat (still an RV-Right!!!), but applicable to any DC deep cycle purpose. And this group of 'Experts' are the most technical bunch o...

how to remove atwood heater

I have to remove the heater in order to replace the duct pipes, which I am replacing with solid (mice proof lol). Can't disconnect gas line?? help

rmdenis by Explorer
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Battery Water Question - Interesting Observation

Here's my charging system:Progressive Dynamics Intelli-Power PD4655V 55A Charger/Converter4 x 6V Costco Golf Cart Batteries - 3 years old.Onan 2800The only inverter I have is a small 300w one for my 22" TV. I have a 1000W one on a switched receptacl...

kereams by Explorer
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Recycled oil

Does anyone know for a fact if wallmart synthetic oil usesrecycled oil or is it virgin oil?Many thanks

time to change the hoses?

Hi Folks,I did change the serpentine belt in 2009 when I bought this unit.It is a 2004 V-10 with about 70,000 miles on it.Is it time to consider replacing all the rubber hoses?

Water hose storage?

In planning on doing the vinyl fence post cover mod to store my sewer hose in which got me thinking it would be nice to have my gray and potable water hoses stored on the left side of the trailer instead of in the storage compartment on the right. If...