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Old 07-07-2019, 08:13 AM   #21
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Ram 3500 mirrors are almost marginal when towing a Grand Design Solitude-somewhat wider than my former Cougar...
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Old 07-07-2019, 07:40 PM   #22
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Surge Protection versus EMS

The surge protector supplied with your TT will only protect against surges, it will not protect against high/low voltage, reverse polarity, open neutral, open ground, etc.

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Should we swap that out for something better? I don't know if we will hardwire one but is something like this an upgrade over that basic one? https://www.campingworld.com/ssp-30x...rge-protection
The upgraded surge protector you mention will only protect against surges but no other electrical problems. The LEDs will tell you if there is a problem but the device will not protect your TT from the problem.

I'd recommend you get an EMS such as this one
https://www.progressiveindustries.net/ems-pt30x
There is a hardwired version also.

It is more expensive but the EMS will disconnect or prevent power from reaching the TT if there is an electrical problem with the supply and will better protect your electronics and electrical equipment such as the AC.

Have fun camping with your new setup.
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Old 07-07-2019, 08:23 PM   #23
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I've used the portable 50 amp PI surge protector/ems since 2005 on 3 different 5ers, it never sprouted legs & walked away & it's big enough that it's very difficult to miss when unplugging your shore cord, plus don't have buy another when you trade rvs.
I never separated it from the shore cord so wasn't a problem forgetting to plug/unplug it.
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Old 07-09-2019, 02:03 AM   #24
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This thread and pictures brings back memories of when our kids were younger and at home. Not just that week at the campground, but the week of preparation that leads up to it. What a great holiday adventure. These times will live with you throughout life and always be a blessing.
Congrats on the new rig but more so on the family time.
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Old 07-10-2019, 04:18 PM   #25
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Thanks all for the tips and taking the time to post. It is much appreciated.
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Old 07-10-2019, 04:39 PM   #26
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We towed a few times with the standard mirrors but it was an accident waiting to happen. Just before our recent extended vacation around the Great Lakes, I installed a set of telescoping tow mirrors and they are great!
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