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Re: Solar Panel Half Cell Discussion
CA Traveler wrote: My take is that half cell series panels (with the new MPPT controller) are more likely to be a disadvantage for the typical RV due to the unique shade and shade orientation required for more shade power vs the full cell panels. This has not been my experience with half cells (aka half panels, half cuts, . . .). I finished my 4th RV solar install about a year ago, and had several months to test them, both in shaded storage and on the road. My three REC N-peak 2 365W 120 half-cut cell PV panels have been performing far better than any other panel and setup I've used, especially in the shade. However, to be fair I think much of that improvement has to do with my Victron equipment, especially my Victron MPPT controller.1.2KViews0likes0CommentsRe: External Fuel Tank for Generator
okhmbldr1 wrote: If you can't do this test yourself, find a mechanic who will locate the line from the gas tank to the generator. Disconnect line at the generator, then have him cut the line close to the gas tank. Use about 40 lbs. of air and blow through the line towards the generator, if stuff comes out then the line is clear. If it wasn't clogged in that section of line, then blow the line into the tank. Then use a union and hose clamps to join the two lines together. They should be clear, so hook up the line to the generator and give it a try. Tried this, but no dice. External fuel tank on order.1.2KViews0likes0CommentsExternal Fuel Tank for Generator
Several months ago I found out that the fuel line to my Generac Q-55G was clogged. I've looked into replacing the fuel line, but it would involve dropped the RV's gas tank. My local service guy (who has done this on other RVs) looked into dropping the gas tank on my 2001 SeaView, but gave up. Apparently, it's an "over-engineered" RV. Too complicated and labor intense. Anyway, I nearly gave up fixing the generator until we crossed the Southwest this summer. Just let me say that my RV's dash air wasn't up to that cooling task. Never again. So I think I'm going to install a 5 gal external gas tank for my generator. Anyone else done this?2KViews0likes9CommentsRe: Help with Refrigerator Decision
Cptnvideo wrote: We had the same issues as the OP . . . we went with a 20cf Whirlpool from Home Depot to replace the 18cf Norcold. We couldn't be happier with our decision AND we boondock regularly. Cptnvideo's power setup: - 1600 watts solar - 5 SOK 206AH LiFePo4 batteries for 1030 ah1KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Class A Motorhome Gasser
I had a 2004 with a 8.1 and Allison transmission and while both performed flawlessly, the ride quality, especially steering, was awful. On the other hand, our new to us 2001 has a V10 and ?? transmission which drives like a dream. Best to base your buying decision on how INDIVIDUAL coaches perform, not generalities.559Views0likes0Comments
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