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Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 10-25-2022, 05:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,748
Posted By GHen
300w of solar, 4 6v GC2 batteries and a 3000w...

300w of solar, 4 6v GC2 batteries and a 3000w inverter.

Keeps charging my batteries all the time, parked, driving, sunny and even on partial cloudy days. Powers our daily use of the coffee maker,...
Forum: Technical Corner 10-23-2022, 09:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,968
Posted By GHen
I agree. Most any lock “keeps somewhat honest...

I agree. Most any lock “keeps somewhat honest thief’s honest”. A pro will get your stuff no matter what you use to lock them up.
Forum: Technical Corner 10-21-2022, 03:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 942
Posted By GHen
When I did a draw down test on my new...

When I did a draw down test on my new battery/inverter setup, I also monitored charging from the solar separate from shore power.
When I plugged into shore power there was a spike in charging at...
Forum: Technical Corner 10-21-2022, 03:45 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 13,449
Posted By GHen
Since our current government shut down US lead...

Since our current government shut down US lead mines, we still recycle lead, but all new lead comes from other countries, lots from Mexico.
Lead has increased by as much as 40%, at least the type...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 10-17-2022, 02:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,748
Posted By GHen
Solar was the very best modification I have made....

Solar was the very best modification I have made. Big benefits when using the rv and even more when I’m not. I do Boondock about half the time.
Forum: Technical Corner 10-16-2022, 06:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,785
Posted By GHen
And of course you checked all the fuses…do you...

And of course you checked all the fuses…do you have power going to the charger?
Forum: Technical Corner 10-14-2022, 09:06 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 13,449
Posted By GHen
Just wanted to make sure you understand, the Zamp...

Just wanted to make sure you understand, the Zamp charges the batteries from the solar, you did not list the model of AC to DC charger, normally located with your circuit breakers. You need to...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 10-03-2022, 03:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,735
Posted By GHen
Just to confirm, the factory battery disconnect...

Just to confirm, the factory battery disconnect with the key, is worthless (all that I’m aware of) . They normally only disconnect about 1/2 the stuff. Smoke and co2 detectors, sometimes jacks,...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 06-15-2022, 04:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,201
Posted By GHen
Yes agree a bit hard to follow. Want to make...

Yes agree a bit hard to follow.

Want to make sure you know your inverter draws around 2 amps per hour when turned on, even if you don’t have any 120v items plugged in or turned on. That’s 48 amps...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 06-15-2022, 03:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,561
Posted By GHen
I like the idea of the watering system, is there...

I like the idea of the watering system, is there a particular brand you like?

On another note, I have a couple of battery monitors on mine, a Victron which has a short Bluetooth distance but I...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 06-15-2022, 02:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,561
Posted By GHen
I agree, I check voltage and water almost every...

I agree, I check voltage and water almost every month.
Forum: Travel Trailers 06-15-2022, 01:26 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,992
Posted By GHen
Pass through that I have work well. Be...

Pass through that I have work well.

Be sure to install metal valve stems no matter which ones you get.
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 06-15-2022, 07:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,561
Posted By GHen
It seems in most cases, it’s not getting over...

It seems in most cases, it’s not getting over charged, it’s the converter trying to charge a battery with a bad cell.
Unhook shore power or Disconnect the batteries, let them set for at least 30...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 06-12-2022, 08:49 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,336
Posted By GHen
I agree, the blue filter works great for us. Not...

I agree, the blue filter works great for us. Not that I feel we need it, but we also have a small brita filter/pitcher in the fridge for drinking water.
Forum: Technical Corner 06-10-2022, 07:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,196
Posted By GHen
After backpacking over a thousand miles in the...

After backpacking over a thousand miles in the cascades and summiting every major peak a few times….a couple hundred nights in a tent is an experience I would not change.
But, now I very much enjoy...
Forum: Technical Corner 06-09-2022, 08:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,196
Posted By GHen
A transfer switch is not a complicated install....

A transfer switch is not a complicated install. You can do just a couple circuits or the whole system.

Remember, whenever the inverter is ON, it draws 1.5-3 amps of power, every hour, even if...
Forum: Technical Corner 06-07-2022, 05:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,556
Posted By GHen
Ditto, mine was taped to the clearance light...

Ditto, mine was taped to the clearance light wiring.
Forum: Travel Trailers 06-01-2022, 06:09 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,992
Posted By GHen
TST 507 here. No booster needed (29’ 5’r) and no...

TST 507 here. No booster needed (29’ 5’r) and no air leaking at all.

I also highly recommend metal valve stems.
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 05-30-2022, 08:39 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,183
Posted By GHen
Question about changing batteries

Just takes a upgraded transfer switch to have all outlets powered by the inverter. (You still can’t use the AIr conditioner very long without a massive system)

FYI, in my system, 2 bowls of...
Forum: Technical Corner 05-27-2022, 12:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,636
Posted By GHen
I also agree with above. The ground solar needs...

I also agree with above. The ground solar needs its own controller and 100w is a good number.

Remember that if the solar gets snow on them the batteries will discharge and in less than 10 days...
Forum: Technical Corner 05-23-2022, 06:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,322
Posted By GHen
I agree, sounds like a 30amp (3 prong) and not a...

I agree, sounds like a 30amp (3 prong) and not a 50amp (4 prong).

A 30amp plug miss-wired into a welder outlet seems to the common mistake…
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 05-12-2022, 05:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,460
Posted By GHen
I just installed a furring, came with the rubber...

I just installed a furring, came with the rubber seal mount and screws to attach it.
Forum: Technical Corner 05-02-2022, 08:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,514
Posted By GHen
Cell Phone Booster

Yes, I mount mine on a extendable window washing pole. It’s still just above our seating area but I can get the pole about 8 feet above the rv. The higher, the better reception. My rig is a 29’...
Forum: Technical Corner 05-01-2022, 06:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,514
Posted By GHen
We have a weboost RV, about 3 years old. Makes a...

We have a weboost RV, about 3 years old. Makes a big difference in some areas, not much in others. Very happy with it. Some areas with no signal will give us 1-2 bars of voice, other areas we get...
Forum: Technical Corner 04-26-2022, 09:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,514
Posted By GHen
Heard the same thing on glue, panels coming...

Heard the same thing on glue, panels coming loose.

Glue is probably fine is your parked in the same place all the time.
Wind at freeway driving speeds plus gusts of wind could have those panels...
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