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Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 07-07-2018, 02:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,211
Posted By Kenrod
Wow. Machining skill envy. That is nice! :D

Wow. Machining skill envy.
That is nice! :D
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 07-07-2018, 02:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,312
Posted By Kenrod
Based on my own experience, I suggest you check...

Based on my own experience, I suggest you check the gas pressure at the frig.
Or have it checked. My frig is only AC or gas but was doing the same thing.
Right down to the flame looking ok.
I had...
Forum: Truck Camper Discussions 08-11-2017, 06:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,035
Posted By Kenrod
I had pretty much the same issue as you on my...

I had pretty much the same issue as you on my Clipper. I thought all the other propane stuff was working fine but the fridge just wasn't cooling on propane like it would on electric. Once I checked...
Forum: Georgetown 07-02-2017, 12:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,718
Posted By Kenrod
I am amazed at just how quickly the filters on my...

I am amazed at just how quickly the filters on my Dometic get dirty with just us two. Mine did the same thing once not too long after we bought the camper maybe the third or fourth weekend outing....
Forum: Coachmen 06-18-2017, 11:55 AM
Replies: 457
Views: 121,488
Posted By Kenrod
Our 17FQ does the same thing. I have tried a...

Our 17FQ does the same thing. I have tried a couple of drain cleaners but it didnt seem to help much. It only does it a little bit so we are living with it vs. tearing things apart to only find it's...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 06-18-2017, 11:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,021
Posted By Kenrod
Something screwy going on with monitor panel

I know everyone just says to ignore them but so far it seems to have held up ok. My main concern is keeping tabs on the gray tank as I can see the levels in the black by just looking down the toilet...
Forum: Coachmen 05-21-2017, 08:52 AM
Replies: 457
Views: 121,488
Posted By Kenrod
X2! Love that setup much better than the drawer...

X2!
Love that setup much better than the drawer above the furnace folks have done. What brand/color stain did you use? Looks to be a nice match!
Great job!
Forum: Coachmen 05-21-2017, 08:46 AM
Replies: 457
Views: 121,488
Posted By Kenrod
So that distribution block/rubber hose setup is...

So that distribution block/rubber hose setup is how your trailer was made?
My 2014 has copper tubing that runs all the way to the water heater with a T fitting under the trailer where it goes up...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-04-2017, 07:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,405
Posted By Kenrod
I agree that it likely helps some more than...

I agree that it likely helps some more than others. Bolt on parts won't void a warranty unless they can actually prove the part caused a failure Look up the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act.
I tow a 17FQ...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 03-28-2017, 05:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,259
Posted By Kenrod
Our 2014 17FQ has them at the back. I made some...

Our 2014 17FQ has them at the back. I made some "blocks" out of pressure treated lumber to place under the stabilizers. Picture a concrete block and that's what they look like. I made them at two...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 03-04-2017, 01:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,513
Posted By Kenrod
My 17FQ just has the white rim and uncovered hub....

My 17FQ just has the white rim and uncovered hub.
Came that way.
Think etrailer is gonna have a run on these! :)
Forum: Coachmen 02-26-2017, 05:34 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,952
Posted By Kenrod
Did you look at what that slide does to the...

Did you look at what that slide does to the already meager cargo capacity?
17FQ - 749lbs.
17FQS - 408lbs.
Forum: General Community Discussions 02-26-2017, 05:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,999
Posted By Kenrod
Yes American RV, or as it's known locally Basdens...

Yes American RV, or as it's known locally Basdens American RV, is located in southern Indiana. That's where we bought our Clipper.
Not familiar with North American RV.
Hope that helps.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 02-25-2017, 07:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,696
Posted By Kenrod
Great. I have "mod envy" again. Nice...

Great. I have "mod envy" again.
Nice job!
Forum: Modifications and Updates 02-25-2017, 07:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,081
Posted By Kenrod
I have been thinking about doing the same thing....

I have been thinking about doing the same thing. Doubt my "feet" will look as good though!
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 12-18-2016, 01:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,939
Posted By Kenrod
Back in the 80's my parents had a Dodge chassis...

Back in the 80's my parents had a Dodge chassis van cab motorhome and it did the same thing. They took it to a shop and they added a leaf to the spring on the passenger side. Solved the problem of...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 11-12-2016, 08:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,386
Posted By Kenrod
Nice!

Having a 17FQ I can really appreciate your setup.
I like that a lot and as previously mentioned the switch is perfect!
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 09-18-2016, 06:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 13,841
Posted By Kenrod
I have used Slipit Sliding Compound for years. ...

I have used Slipit Sliding Compound for years.
It can be had with or without silicone, I used the latter for the top of my tablesaw and jointer back when. Use it today on old furniture with wooden...
Forum: Propane Systems 09-11-2016, 03:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,781
Posted By Kenrod
Even with mine going from 3 to 11 there wasnt a...

Even with mine going from 3 to 11 there wasnt a lot of difference in how the flame looked. To be honest I thought it would more visible. We just got back from a week and the fridge performed...
Forum: Coachmen 09-09-2016, 07:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 10,139
Posted By Kenrod
Ours is mounted on the end of the cabinet like...

Ours is mounted on the end of the cabinet like the above pics. No issues in 2 years. We have a 17 FQ.
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-09-2016, 03:13 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 20,798
Posted By Kenrod
I have Hondas and no experience with the...

I have Hondas and no experience with the Champions but assume they have some similarities. While I dont run mine on an extended tank if I did I would run synthetic oil vs. dino. Check your manual for...
Forum: Propane Systems 09-04-2016, 03:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,781
Posted By Kenrod
Junk regulator

From day one my small Dometic fridge has never cooled as well as I thought it should. So did the usual things like stuff more insulation around it, seal it off from the backside with foil tape, added...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 08-21-2016, 05:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,608
Posted By Kenrod
I know very little about pellet stoves but I like...

I know very little about pellet stoves but I like that you have put one in.
The way these trailers are insulated the 3 ton number doesnt surprise me.
I hate winter in my total electric house so...
Forum: Coachmen 08-19-2016, 08:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,286
Posted By Kenrod
Ours hasnt developed a noise yet, but there are a...

Ours hasnt developed a noise yet, but there are a couple spots with a little "give". But I expect a certain amount of give. This is an entry level unit built to a low weight level. So yeah, it does...
Forum: General Community Discussions 08-07-2016, 09:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 18,404
Posted By Kenrod
I use blocks on our trailer. It has the scissor...

I use blocks on our trailer. It has the scissor type stabilizers. The less we have to extend them seems to be better.
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