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Roof vents need replacing

After 3 years in the Arizona sun, both roof top vents are crumbling. The fans are ok, so is it possible to replace just the plastic vents? Thanks, Jorn

jornvango by Explorer II
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Starter Solenoid Location

I have a 1998 Winnebago Adventurer 30Q. Can anyone tell me where the starter solenoid is located. I am having starter issues and want to try to jump the solenoid to see if that is the issue or if the starter is the problem.Thanks,Dave

SOLVED: look at your Onan 4K genset for me?

EDIT: Never mind my request for you to report the orientation of the part described below. I now believe it does not matter. I will continue to update the thread re my troubleshooting findings.FINAL EDIT: Solved. It was adjusted too lean from the...

IOTA dls-90 vs. dls-90iq/4

Ok, so im looking for a 3 stage smart charger and ive come across the IOTA brand. From what I hear they are pretty good quality so im going to go with them, but im confused about something. It says that with the built in iq4 model, its a smart charge...

50-30 adaptor

Hi GuysThis is for the electrical wiz peopleI have a 50 amp service on my 5th wheel.I just installed a slide out tray in the frontCompartment rated for 250lbs. I put my Yamaha 3000ise on it. Works great. IInstalled a plug outlet in the front using so...

Dale__M by Explorer
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Slide reliability - Are they reliable?

Years back I had 1995 5th wheel it had problems with the slide rollers and seals, etc. due to this I have been reluctant to get anything with slides. However I now find myself wanting another RV and plan to do a lot of boon docking. Moving ever fe...

logsfam by Explorer
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Onan problems ( 4k microlite )

Anyone know about Onan generators? I have a 4k Onan that I bought used a couple of years ago and just got around to installing it today.The generator fires right up but does not produce any voltage. I have tried the circuit breaker with no results. ...

Roadmaster reflex steering stabilazer

I ordered a Roadmaste reflex steering stabilizer yesterday. I hope to get a more stable track down the road. Anyone else have experience with this device. I will install myself as it looks stright foreward.TksJim

Has Onan made the successor for the EC-30W yet?

A few months ago, Onan pulled the EC-30W generator controller. They still have the wired model, the EC-30, but supposedly were going to have a smartphone app instead of the remote EC-30W controller.Has anyone seen anything from Onan on their replace...

mlts22 by Explorer
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Parallax Converter

Hi - we have a new(er) RV with a Parallax converter - series 7300.Can I leave this plugged in (charging the battery) 24/7?In our trailer we had a WFCO converter and I replaced it with a Progressive Dynamics and I leave it plugged in 24/7.I'm hoping t...

pasusan by Explorer
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Inverter ventilation

Has anyone with a FW added ventilation to the front compartment? It is open on both sides where the propane tanks are, is that enough? Installed a Magnum 2812 and it recommends 100cfm air flow to keep the temp from rising over 68 degrees, OR is this...

Electric Power Question

I have a Camper Box Truck with a 14' box. I also have a 10,000 BTU portable A/C that uses 1200 watts / 10.8 amps).I would like to run the A/C for several hours without a Honda type gas generator. I was thinking: I could upgrade the Truck Alterna...

philo111 by Explorer
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Weatherpro Awning

Having issues with the Weatherpro Awning slowing down while stowing. Thinking the motor/gears need lubed? About 1/2 way in she stops/bogs down. Not good if a windstorm shows up. Anybody been thru this?Thanks

mchero by Explorer
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Advice needed for electric pedestal tester

I want to get a good tester to use before hooking up at a campground.Is there one that will check for the usual stuff like polarity, open ground, etc. - as well as tell the voltage?Thanks for any help.

pasusan by Explorer
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Headlight conversion

Anyone have any ideas on why I have no high beams when changing from seal beams to halogen? All wiring and connections on lamps are clean and tight, connector on light stalk is tight. This is on 1996 FL60. lights switched fine with the sealed beams.T...

Jim-Linda by Explorer II
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