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Re: my bathroom sink burps
Signed up again, to give ya a thought. I think your vent is blocked, or your vent pipe is too low in the tank. Air admittance valve? Maybe, but I don't think so? My vent to roof for my galley tank, became partially plugged once, which caused that tank to drain really slow. I removed roof cap, run garden hose down, using water pressure, which opened it up, from the obvious bug nesting, and has drained normal ever since. Does your shower/sink tank drain normal speed, when you open the dump valve? Hope you get problem solved, have a great day! Jerry932Views0likes1CommentRe: What kind of gen should I shop for?
Hi Dave, signed in, to add my 5 cents. Like mentioned adding soft starts would help, to get by on less power. If you need to run both ACs, you are going to need one heavy generator, that can supply at least 6,500 watts. You can get 2 smaller units, and parallel them, which is what I'd suggest. You can run one gen, one AC if you want, but parallel, run together when needed. The expensive Honda gen is always a good choice, but Champion would be my choice for less expensive, but good quality, and great manufacturer backing. I know Champion has a 50 amp ready parallel setup. IIRC paralleling two units will not produce full power of each, so would suggest at least two 3,500 watt models. You will burn lots of gas, running two 15K units plus other electric needs, so just another thought that you need to haul plenty of fuel. Congrats on the new 5th, hope you enjoy it for many years! Take care, Jerry1.7KViews1like0CommentsRe: Booster Switch
Not all over the air antennas have a boost button, actually a button designating OTA, rather than cable, but may have a built in boost. My FW came with an Omni antenna, with no button, but a built in signal boost. These type antennas work well, when close to TV towers, but have a fairly short range. If you are having trouble receiving signal, you may need to upgrade the antenna.876Views0likes0CommentsRe: Who misses the Tow Vehicle discussions?
Grit_dog...Yup, I miss confronting the mis-informed, on the old forum. Took a while (years) to convert many members, to actually understand the meaning of the sticker numbers, and where they came from. I miss many of the good folks (forum friends), that didn't cross over. Good to see you here, and Joe too! Howard was here early on, but like me, seldom posts anymore. I have to register my password, and other info, to be able to post, so I often just do a quick read, and move on. I am on other forums that are easy to access, and see some old friends there. Ron has disappeared, but noticed Marty and Dave posting early on. Not sure if most have trouble signing in, needing to give information first, or just me, but easier just to read, since not much happening anyway. Take care buddies, Jerry2.2KViews0likes0CommentsRe: A & E One Step awning motors
Have you cleaned and lubed all pivot points, and checked/cleaned the plug-ins from motor? I would contact AE to see what they suggest. I'm sure many different years and models used same/similar motor. An online place dealing in used RV parts, may be another option.398Views0likes0CommentsRe: Ram 1500 Towing Capacity
When I say overall length, many abbreviate OAL, I mean from end of rear bumper to trailer coupler. I will add, that my number recommendations are generalized, so if you find a TT, with a GVWR of 7,500, you and yours fall in love with, it may still work for you. I have towed a lot of trailers of all types, and I might be okay with a TT of 8K GVWR and a length of 30' OAL using your truck. Many would say "I wouldn't do it" . Have you towed many trailers, to know what to expect, as you near your truck payload max. or approaching your truck GVWR max? Your experience, and confidence play a part in what is safe or unsafe3.4KViews1like1CommentRe: Ram 1500 Towing Capacity
Hi Jay, I'll answer your questions, but truck capability, and even driver's capability varies, from one person to next. Your truck driveline is likely rated to tow a trailer over 10K, just not a TT weighing that much. Large frontal area, tall sides, and heavy tongue wt the reason. Maximum dry wt is not the best choice, but looking at trailer placard GVWR works pretty well. Most 1/2 ton trucks work well for a TT GVWR of about 7 thousand lbs or less, and an overall length of around 28 ft or less. Length does matter, especially with a lighter wt truck, as they are not as stable in the wind, or as forgiving in an emergency maneuver, as a HD truck. Hope this helps, but as mentioned, all drivers are not equal, in experience, or feeling confident, when trailer sways, gets pushed by other vehicles. Where you tow makes a difference too, such as busy freeways, mountains, or just quiet, flat state roads.3.2KViews1like4CommentsRe: Electrical outlet issues
To start, would be to disconnect the improper power source. Next, you'll need a qualified electrician to check/repair all electrical in your coach, to ensure all is safe for future use. You mentioned several appliances were toast, and you're likely correct. All needs to be checked! You are not the first, that this happened to. It is not good. but can be repaired.880Views1like0Comments
