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Re: Which Trojan?
tatest wrote: T-105 is a Trojan model number for GC-2 size 6V batteries, and they have a number of offerings in that size, both flooded cell and AGM. In the flooded cell line there are three different "standard" models, one model of Plus (not counting the different terminal configurations available). All have the same performance specifications. The Plus has a "Flip Top" feature, offers fewer different terminal configurations. Flip top makes the batteries easier to maintain. You will want whichever battery has the right terminal configuration for your use, and that will likely be what a RV dealer is carrying. Thanks. I can make any of the terminals work, I'm just curious if anyone uses the Plus or RE models and why.455Views0likes0CommentsWhich Trojan?
I am going to pick up a pair of Trojan T-105 batteries and see that there is the T-105.....T-105 Plus, and the T-105 RE (Renewable Energy). The local shops around here only carry the regular T-105 so I would have to travel to locate the others. Any strong advantages to using one of the other two models?2.5KViews0likes11CommentsRe: Cool Mods - Thread restored 10/18/2012
Zeppe807 wrote: I was looking towards installing awning lights on my trailer, mounted against the house vs on the roll. But then I visited someone that had them, and I didn't like the light, nor the glare when looking towards the trailer. So I bought a dozen LEDs off Amazon for cheap, and added them to the bottom of my frame rail. I made one mount, tested it, liked the ambiance, so I made more. I added 5 total, but I think I may add one towards the hitch, one at the steps, and one facing back. Unfortunately I have the trailer parked near the curb,so you don't get the full effect of the light. I will update the pictures after this weekend trip. It was pretty dark last night, considering the street light was out, so it really put out a lot of good light. Happy Trails, Joe Zeppe Love the look of the extra light. How did you wire the Amazon LEDs?481Views0likes0CommentsRe: What To Do With These Wires
Update...We traced the wire that was used to connect the vent hood that was removed. It starts at the control panel which is by the door, runs down the side underneath the false floor in the cabinets and connects to the slide control panel. The vent hood was at about the halfway point on that route.591Views0likes0CommentsRe: Romex and Outlets
westend wrote: dmullen wrote: SparkDr wrote: westend wrote: SparkDr wrote: dmullen wrote: The outlet on the left side is labeled with a sticker as a GFCI outlet but has no test or reset button and looks exactly like the outlet on the other side. :? It's probably GFI protected upstream in the circuit (likely the bathroom). FWIW, somebody should have at least suggested to the OP that a call to an electrician may be warranted. I'm all for DIY when it makes sense, but I get the feel from what I'm reading here that the OP should stay hands-off on this one. As a past Sparky in a previous lifetime, I can say with all honesty that I have not seen a recommendation to do what I would have done in this instance. Nor would I feel comfortable trying to explain it step by step in a forum. Be certain of what you are doing and do it safely when it comes to electricity. These things already go up like a matchstick without our help. I tried to hint at that in a previous post. The OP had another thread about vacating a 12V device and decided, without checking phase, to connect similar colored wires together. That's what you see in the pictures in this thread with the wire nuts. I'd suggest that the OP at least enlist a friend or neighbor that is conversant with 120V wiring, if not hiring an electrician. BTW, try to buy those single gang boxes in the "shallow" variety. You will have a lot less box in your way. I probably should have tried the hint method first myself. Everybody gets offended so easily nowadays. I stand by my opinion. OP doesn't know his backside from second base when it comes to proper line voltage electrical circuitry and practices. While we all want to be helpful, a platform such as a forum oftentimes offers such a mish-mash of suggestions that the end result becomes misinformation as interpreted by an OP. Enlisting a friend or neighbor "in the know" is a great idea. In some cases, so is hiring an electrician. It's a small project that wouldn't cost very much at all and most pros that I know would be flattered to have someone ask them to offer a little instruction for next time while doing the work. It's funny that you would assume I haven't asked someone in person these same questions. Maybe I want to compare the answers I get here to what he tells me. There is no problem here and believe me I'm not the least bit offended. I'm more than used to it by now on this board. There is always someone like you in every thread on this forum who shows his rear end and like many others I just choose to ignore you. Theories validated... Yes they are.498Views0likes0CommentsRe: Romex and Outlets
SparkDr wrote: westend wrote: SparkDr wrote: dmullen wrote: The outlet on the left side is labeled with a sticker as a GFCI outlet but has no test or reset button and looks exactly like the outlet on the other side. :? It's probably GFI protected upstream in the circuit (likely the bathroom). FWIW, somebody should have at least suggested to the OP that a call to an electrician may be warranted. I'm all for DIY when it makes sense, but I get the feel from what I'm reading here that the OP should stay hands-off on this one. As a past Sparky in a previous lifetime, I can say with all honesty that I have not seen a recommendation to do what I would have done in this instance. Nor would I feel comfortable trying to explain it step by step in a forum. Be certain of what you are doing and do it safely when it comes to electricity. These things already go up like a matchstick without our help. I tried to hint at that in a previous post. The OP had another thread about vacating a 12V device and decided, without checking phase, to connect similar colored wires together. That's what you see in the pictures in this thread with the wire nuts. I'd suggest that the OP at least enlist a friend or neighbor that is conversant with 120V wiring, if not hiring an electrician. BTW, try to buy those single gang boxes in the "shallow" variety. You will have a lot less box in your way. I probably should have tried the hint method first myself. Everybody gets offended so easily nowadays. I stand by my opinion. OP doesn't know his backside from second base when it comes to proper line voltage electrical circuitry and practices. While we all want to be helpful, a platform such as a forum oftentimes offers such a mish-mash of suggestions that the end result becomes misinformation as interpreted by an OP. Enlisting a friend or neighbor "in the know" is a great idea. In some cases, so is hiring an electrician. It's a small project that wouldn't cost very much at all and most pros that I know would be flattered to have someone ask them to offer a little instruction for next time while doing the work. It's funny that you would assume I haven't asked someone in person these same questions. Maybe I want to compare the answers I get here to what he tells me. There is no problem here and believe me I'm not the least bit offended. I'm more than used to it by now on this board. There is always someone like you in every thread on this forum who shows his rear end and like many others I just choose to ignore you.499Views0likes0CommentsRe: Romex and Outlets
SparkDr wrote: dmullen wrote: The outlet on the left side is labeled with a sticker as a GFCI outlet but has no test or reset button and looks exactly like the outlet on the other side. :? It's probably GFI protected upstream in the circuit (likely the bathroom). FWIW, somebody should have at least suggested to the OP that a call to an electrician may be warranted. I'm all for DIY when it makes sense, but I get the feel from what I'm reading here that the OP should stay hands-off on this one. As a past Sparky in a previous lifetime, I can say with all honesty that I have not seen a recommendation to do what I would have done in this instance. Nor would I feel comfortable trying to explain it step by step in a forum. Be certain of what you are doing and do it safely when it comes to electricity. These things already go up like a matchstick without our help. I joined this forum to learn. Because of this forum I was able to hard wire a Progressive Industries EMS into the camper...learned how to pack wheel bearings...installed two Fantastic Vents...removed the oven and replaced with a new cooktop...installed shocks for the under bed storage...just to name a few. I learned by reading and asking questions and have saved a ton of money by not staying "hands off" and calling someone else to do the work and I plan to keep doing it that way. There are several intelligent people in this forum and I have not been steered wrong yet.498Views0likes0Comments
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