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Re: Source Manager II (25) problems
2oldman wrote: Give it some thought, but being hooked up all the time you really don't need much battery or inverter. Now, if you want to change your camping style to no hookups that's different. I guess that's enough said for now. Hello 2oldman....Yes I would like to think ahead with the goal of being off shore power alot of the time. Plus whatever I do I want to consider the next possible owner who would most likely appreciate the ability to dry camp. Thanks, Phil504Views0likes0CommentsRe: Source Manager II (25) problems
PastorCharlie wrote: When I installed solar on mine I also installed a Magnum Inverter/charger. The charger is a great upgrade over the factory one. My recommendation is to do a package insulation at the same time and get a quality system. Hi Charlie.... which Magnum unit did you choose? Did it replace the Source Manager in an American Coach coach?505Views0likes0CommentsSource Manager II (25) problems
Hello everyone, I am looking for some suggestions on how to deal with my Source Manager inverter/charger in the coach. We have a 2000 American Coach Heritage with the 2500 watt model and from the troubleshooting I have done on it I am pretty sure the transfer switch has gone out on it....also not sure that is the only problem. I realize the unit is 20 years old and from talking to a few other American Coach owners I am being told rather than try to repair it I would be better off just replacing it. I must confess we really don't need much of an inverter at the present, we generally stay in place most of the time connected to shore power. We don't currently have any solar but think we would like to consider it in the future now that we are in Arizona. My skill/knowledge level of the AC/DC inverting/charging systems is minimal but trying to learn and understand what best to do. Looking for suggestions and would appreciate any assistance. Thanks, Phil2.5KViews0likes8CommentsRe: Installing a slide out room in an existing coach
Branson N Tucson wrote: Talking with friend,he mentioned a place does new slides in Gilbert Az. Could not remember the name of place. May be a lead. I will ask around.... Gilbert is just around the corner....that would be great.533Views0likes0CommentsRe: Installing a slide out room in an existing coach
rgatijnet1 wrote: The slides in existing RV's are made by humans that have skills that most people can learn. They are not something magical but, like any project, they do require a plan before your should attempt to undertake such a project. That is why I suggested contacting a salvage yard and see if you can find a similar coach with the items needed to make it work. You may even be able to contact the manufacturer of your coach and get the plans on how your existing slide is constructed. Keep in mind that most manufacturers have an eye on the bottom line, which doesn't always translate to the best quality. If you get the plans to make a slide, you may find ways to improve the installation. Any welding shop can do the welding that is needed and a lot of them have portable rigs to come to you to do the project. Personally this does not sound like too big of a project, especially if you can get a set of plans to work from. From what I have seen, the slide is built independent of the RV on the production line and then is installed later. They also seem to be built on a raised platform so that they are basically in line with where they will be installed. Working this way, you can do a lot of work on it before you have to open up the wall on your coach. Have fun and don't start this project until you have enough information to finish it. "don't start this project until you have enough information to finish it." .... biblical wisdom :)532Views0likes0CommentsRe: Installing a slide out room in an existing coach
Thanks guys!!....I totally get the hesitation and warnings...but I also agree with the other comments. I'm not looking for just anybody to do it.... honestly that is the reason I want to talk to those who can show me a finished product. I have met several individuals who have installed their own slides in buses and some have been far superior to those coming out of production factories. But I can't seem to talk any of those individuals into letting me hire them :( I don't have a million dollar coach now or endless resources... but it was one of the high end units of it's day and we do love it. I believe to find a low mileage 45' diesel pusher with more than one slide will cost me much more than I think this route will be (but time may prove me wrong). Plus to trade/sell and upgrade means more sales tax money just thrown down the drain. I've done enough home remodels and been a cabinetmaker for last 43 years so I don't mind trying to do some of the interior work myself. But I am not a welder (got one but still don't know how to turn it on) or engineer and don't feel like it is something I want to consider doing on my own. Granted I may find this project is like chasing the wind, but it never hurts to ask :) If I do indeed follow thru and do it I will be glad to share my experience with others...as both a warning not too, or a great way to improve the coach. Please let me know if you come up with those names.... I'm going to keep looking and investigating the possibility until I come to the conclusion it is just another one of my stupid ideas :) Still grateful for any help in finding someone :)228Views0likes0CommentsInstalling a slide out room in an existing coach
Hello, I recently acquired a very nice low mileage 2000 diesel pusher (45'er) with a single front room (kitchen) slide out room. I am interested in having a second slide out room (dining booth and sofa) installed in the opposing wall of the front room to create additional living space. I am looking for suggestions of a company who could do this .... hoping to hear from anyone who has had something like this done. I am in Arizona but have no problem traveling to a competent shop. Thanks for any feedback. Phil6.5KViews0likes28Comments
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