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Re: No power from 12 V battery
RoyB wrote: Please advise your friend that the trailer battery may be required to satisfy a DOT LAW that all trailers with electric brakes installed must have a trailer disconnect switch installed that will operate the trailer electric brakes if it becomes disconnected from the truck going down the road. The DC voltage to operate the Electric Brakes if this happens usually comes from the trailer battery... You certainly want a run away trailer to stop as quick as it can and not hurt anyone. So does DOT... If the trailer does not have electric brakes installed depending on the weight of the POPUP then disregard all of the above comments about not having an battery connected for the few years... just my thoughts Roy Ken Certainly appreciate this. This trailer model does not have electric brakes but is equipped with hydraulic surge brakes. This forum is great! Thx again!313Views0likes0CommentsRe: No power from 12 V battery
Problem solved. Last year a new converter was installed by the dealer. My friend pulled out the converter and the battery positive lead was not connected. She fixed it after battling mosquitos and rolling around forever under the trailer. Instant success. Thanks again everyone!312Views0likes0CommentsRe: Jayco or KZ
JN_B wrote: One thing you have to realize is that these trailers are stick build by humans and get tossed around on the road. Some are built very well, yet the odd lemon will sneak through. An RV is something that has to be maintained, regular checks, etc. If you leave it (or abuse it), you will have problems. Most people I know that have major issues with RV's are the guys that are going 65mph down a gravel road, or 85mph on the hwy. They wonder why everything falls apart, lol. I have had minor problems (most fixed under warranty), and have been very happy with our KZ. BTW.. No matter your price range or builder, you can (and will) have issues. It's best to expect (and look) for issues sooner than later. I have been meaning to post a comment similar to the above. All brands have problems. If you have looked at a number of brands (and I've looked at somewhere between 10-15 over the past three years), in addition to the component quality, you will soon see a good correlation between the price point and the fit and finish in the unit. The odd unit for every brand comes off the assembly line with an abnormal number of issues. For whatever reason, quality control inspection points are missed and the units fails to re-enter the assembly line. The unfortunate part arises when the issues under warranty are not dealt with effectively by the dealer or manufacturer of the component or workmanship in question. Also, it can not be emphasized enough that these trailers require continual maintenance or upkeep inside and out.999Views0likes0CommentsRe: Jayco or KZ
We owned a Jayco and looked seriously at the KZ trailers. We have looked at dozens of trailer makes over the past 2 years before our current purchase. Although we did not get the KZ, it was definitely short listed. You really should make the drive and check out the KZ trailers.125Views0likes0CommentsRe: Keeping decals looking new
Eyetattoo wrote: Is 303 also a wax? And is it safe for gel coated fiberglass? Yes, I'm also wondering whether to use the 303 or car wax on the trailer exterior. Gotta think the wax would last longer. I am planning to use the 303 on the trailer roof.421Views0likes0CommentsRe: Back up camera suggestions
brulaz wrote: Heard of a lot of people are using the GE or similar baby monitors, usually with long trailers where you really need it. So I think it works over that distance. Just be careful when it rains; they're not waterproof. For inside mounting some guys have used GPS holders (suction cup to glass) on the rear window. Others are able to mount the camera to the window sill353Views0likes0CommentsRe: Back up camera suggestions
Still Searchin' wrote: Thanks much for that info! Wife & I haven't had backing issues (we use walkie talkies) BUT wife wants to do more RVing than I do and she hasn't learned to back our trailer worth a darn, but she's determined! Issue with transmission vs. your test above is that signal would have to go through the trailer and most of the pick-up before it got to the moniter on the dash, so somewhat more challenging than a straight 100ft. through a wall or two of a house, true? I was in the truck with the monitor and I had the camera in the basement also. So the signal was certainly bounced around and traveled through lots of solid material. I don't think there have been any problems associated with your concern with the units the guys are currently using. I'm not aware of any reports on the forums with lose of signal over the distance we need for this.353Views0likes0CommentsRe: Back up camera suggestions
Still Searchin' wrote: On the wireless systems (iBall or GE), how well do they transmit from the back of a trailer to the moniter on tow vehicle's dash (about 44 feet for us) ??? IF camera was mounted on back bumper of TT, how effective would that location be for backing into tight spaces?? I purchased a system (Lorex Live Sense) very similar to the GE one. The range is spec'ed at 300-400 feet, so there is no problem with transmission for our application. Haven't set it up yet in the trailer and only tested the unit at home. Camera in the house and me out on the street with the monitor (well over 100 feet away and the image was crisp. I will use it mainly on the road for monitoring traffic behind me. With the wide angle camera it will give you a good sense (and keep you in the ballpark re direction and angle) when backing up.353Views0likes0Comments
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