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power converter

Hello I'm new to the trailer camper world. I bought a pop up trailer that came with a power converter. the model is PD6880QJ04FPB by Progressive Dynamics. It has an A/C input and A/C & D/C output (with what looks like a charger). On the power convert...

Joshp689 by Explorer
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Dometic RM2351 Refrigerator not lighting with gas

We have recently purchased a used travel trailer with a Dometic fridge that probably hasn't been lit with gas for quite a long time. Works fine on electric, but when we try to switch to gas, it won't stay lit. We purged air from the lines and have ...

Service in Nashville

Hi,I am currently full-timing and will be in Nashville in a couple of weeks' time.I'd like to get some service work done on my Fleetwood Flair (Chevy P32 chassis, 7.4 liter) - tire rotations, front brakes, re-pack wheel bearings, differential oil, en...

Hymerman by Explorer
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Do you figure in the roof angle also?

I was reading the solar panel tilt information posted by Westend, Thanks for providing the site.Question,When figureing the panel tilt angles per Optium Tilt site, do you also have to also figure in the angle of the RV roof, I am at the 40* latitude....

No DC Power

Good MorningI hope I am not posting this question twice it went away into computerland but I do not know where.I have a 2002 Holiday Rambler Endeavor, diesel pusher. It has been parked awhile and is pouting. I have AC power. Everything AC related wor...

Change in Trojan users Guide

Noticed a change in the charging and absorb voltages in the Trojan Users Guide. Both are a bit higher than before.Page 13.Trojan Users Guide

mena661 by Explorer
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long delay in power start up

Hello. This is my first post. I have a 2002 Fleetwood Discovery. I hope you guys can help. When I hook up to shore power it is taking up to 5 minutes for power to become available inside the coach. the same lag happens when using the generator. ...

heat strip limits

Hi,I recently got a chance to test the heat strip to the limits of what it can do for keeping the RV comfortable.I set the thermostat for 20 c (68 f). It was able to maintain that interior temperature down to 3 c (37.4 f) ambient. At 3 c the heat str...

Costco 6v batteries

Costco has deep cycle 6v batteries with a generic, brandless "Golf Cart Battery" label on the side. Does anyone know who makes these? And more importantly, what is the amp/hour rating on them?

bogen2 by Explorer
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6 days boondock, worried about the WFCO converter

Hi Folks,What a two years it has been reading this forum! Thanks to all for the excellent advice I have received in that time. So to start, here is my situation:This Tuesday will begin 6 days boondocking at a bluegrass fest in Vt. In the 5th wheel, I...

Belching Batteries

While adding water to my Trojan T105s, four of the six cells belched pretty significant gas bubbles. The water was low but still above the plates. I added maybe 3/4" to each one. It's the first time I've seen anything like that. Is it normal?

fridge not staying on (faulty circuit board ?)

I have a Domestic 3-way fridge that will only stay on for a few minutes whether I put it on ac, battery or propane. One of the locals said it should run on propane even if the circuit board has malfunctioned, it will light but after a few minutes it ...

jlscjs by Explorer
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Cleaning an awning

What is the recommended way to clean an awning? Mine has gotten a bit of mildew, especially on the underside, and soap and water don't quite do the trick. Would bleach damage the fabric?

waynefi by Explorer
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Samsung recall

Hey folksI recently bought a new to me 2004 terry fifth. We've used it a few times except last night I woke up to my microwave making a ding sound and it kept entering 6666, (when I look it said 666, and the hair on my neck stood up. Possessed microw...

tzclark by Explorer
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Gas Quick Connector

Just purchased a 2014 Keystone Sprinter 5th wheel. I noticed that there is a propane quick connect under the propane tanks. 2 problems.1. The tanks are on the port (left) side of the trailer. What was Keystone thinking? Why would you want it over...