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New Actuator Woes

I took my side door actuator off of my Winnebago Rialta about a year ago because it had gone bad. I just bought a new OEM replacement since I'm getting sick unlocking it manually, and I'm really starting to wish I had taken pictures of the old wiring...

pNuker by Explorer
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windshield wipers stubborn

The last time I needed windshield wipers (June in MN) they did not move when turned on for about an hour. I left the switch in the "on" position and they finally started working.My dry weather travel luck will end one of these days, so any suggestio...

RRodda by Explorer
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Even Brake Amperage

I have had a RoadMaster Even Brake for years. My tow vehicle is a Jeep liberty, the cigarette lighter fuse that it gets power from is a 20 amp fuse. According to Roadmaster it should draw no more then 15 amps. Lately it’s blowing that 20 amp fuse som...

SGKane by Explorer
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Diversion load needed for solar?

Trying to understand diversion loads from solar controllers. I understand that they divert excess power to whatever you wire them to. What I dont understand is when these are REQUIRED. Do you need some kind of diversion load for any solar setup? Only...

Jonnygsx by Explorer
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Biggest converter for Honda 2000

I am trying to assist someone else.They are getting a Honda 2000 watt generator.What is the biggest converter that it will be able to handle when charging 3 pair of depleted GC 6v batteries, lets assume 1500 feet above sea level?Thanks

rv heating and air thermostat

I would like to change my Colman-Mach True Air 6537-335 residential central heating and air thermostat to a digital Honeywell RTHL 2510C thermostat. I need diagram to make the changes.I have posted this before but no luck. I need the wiring diagram ...

suburban sf 42 furnace noise

Hi AllI have a problem with my heater it works, but it is making a high pitched noise when the burner is lit. Does any buddy know what might be causing this? I have inserted a link to youtube of the heater making the noise.Thankshttp://www.youtube.co...

surf_bum by Explorer
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Operating TV while driving down the road.

The TV/DVD doesn't work unless the generator is running in my newly purchased 2005 BT Cruiser. Manual says there is an inverter but don't know if there is a switch to turn it on? Should this be automatic or should I have to turn on a switch?

3 stage charger?

Within the next 30 days I am getting my new Dometic 12 volt fridge installed. Also at that time I am getting an AGM battery. I'm afraid to plug in to shore power when possible as the wet cell battery is inside the TC. It is in a vented to the outs...

_DJ_1 by Explorer II
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Longest interconnect battery cables?

What is the longest interconnect battery cables I could use between two 6v batteries wired in series? I have a prowler travel trailer and in front there is a large cover over the propane tanks, on either side is a large cavity of extra space. I was h...

Jonnygsx by Explorer
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One large inverter or 2-3 small ones?

So as I get closer to adding solar (or at least a larger battery bank) to my RV, I have more questions than I started with! Big thanks to the folks who have helped me along so far.I found a great place on the RV to install 4 x 6V AGM batteries. It'...

Charge Controller Installation location

Getting ready to start the install of my solar system and I am trying to figure out the best mounting/wiring options. I have the Xantrex C35 charge controller. My trailer is a prowler with a large front propane cover. While this cover is not weather ...

Jonnygsx by Explorer
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No heat in bedroom

Hi! We have a 2009 Montana 3400rl 5wheel. We bought it used, and will be living in it for a year. The dealer we bought it from was supposed to clean it and check it out, but they didn't. Now we have issues. Most pressing is that there's no heat to th...

Levi777 by Explorer
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Magnum Remote & Trimetric RV 2025 install

In the process of installing a MS2012 inverter with ME ARC50 remote & Trimetric RV2025 monitor in my Cougar TT. I have a question about running the wires for the remote and monitor. Inverter is in the front of the trailer near the batteries and I'll ...

My WFCO is taking a dump

I have tested the batt's and they are good & fully charged. My conv is cycling rapidly. What would be a good choice? I'm not interested in the most expensive just a good dependable conv/charger. I've heard the the wfco is not high quality & mine is o...