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Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 02-13-2024, 08:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,062
Posted By a2badger
I've noticed that the AGM deep cycle batteries,...

I've noticed that the AGM deep cycle batteries, even those not listed as dual purpose, still have a cranking amps rating given. This seemed odd until I read your post.

So now I'm wondering if the...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 02-12-2024, 08:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,062
Posted By a2badger
Thanks

I had a feeling the dual purpose ones would skimp on the deep cycle functionality. Unfortunately, I can't fit a pair of Group 31's, since that is what I mostly seem to be finding in brands that I've...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 02-12-2024, 06:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,062
Posted By a2badger
Dual Purpose AGM Deep Cycle/Starter Batteries??

I need to replace my Group 27 Flooded Lead Acid house batteries and plan to go with AGM's. Does anyone know for certain if the dual purpose batteries (such as the Weize 12V 92AH Dual Purpose AGM...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 08-10-2022, 09:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,510
Posted By a2badger
Roadmaster Auxiliary Rear Anti-Sway Bar?

Our 2017 2400R (2016 3500 MBS chassis) has quite a lot of side-to-side sway on uneven roads, while cornering, or even during heavy cross-winds. We started looking for solutions. The current Hellwig...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 05-02-2022, 04:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 397
Posted By a2badger
Legible Fuse List for '17 2400R MBS

The person labeling our 12V fuses must have been writing upside down and wrong-handed. Could someone please post a picture of a legible list? Also, there are three 25A fuses in the upper left of the...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 11-11-2021, 09:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,012
Posted By a2badger
I blow water out first, and dump that. And I...

I blow water out first, and dump that. And I also empty water out of the onboard water filter canister (since the air doesn't remove it), before pumping the antifreeze in. Pretty sure there's no...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 10-21-2021, 04:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,096
Posted By a2badger
Thank you!!!

Yup. Found them behind two doors on the driver's side -- inside the 2nd from the rear storage bin, then behind the little door where the water pump and antifreeze-sucking hose are. Up above a mass...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 10-21-2021, 04:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,096
Posted By a2badger
gmccullers, the only cabinets we have in our "R"...

gmccullers, the only cabinets we have in our "R" configuration on the driver's side are upper ones, above the recliners. Unless the controller was buried under the false floor or above false ceiling...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 10-21-2021, 01:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,096
Posted By a2badger
Location of Slide Controllers?

Where did Forest River hide the controllers for the side and bed (rear) slide controllers? I need to reduce the motor force, especially on the side slide. When extending the slides, the side trim...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 10-19-2021, 10:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,540
Posted By a2badger
Decided we were unlikely to use the switch on...

Decided we were unlikely to use the switch on these particular lights. And it was going to be longer to arrive, and we want the RV out of our driveway and into storage by then.
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 10-19-2021, 09:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,540
Posted By a2badger
Thanks for the ideas, folks. I decided to go...

Thanks for the ideas, folks. I decided to go with these. They look as close to the original as anything else I've seen. ...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 10-05-2021, 04:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,540
Posted By a2badger
I know there are lots of complete fixtures, but I...

I know there are lots of complete fixtures, but I was wondering if anyone knew if just the center portion with the electronics was replaceable, and if so, a source for that. It looks like it might...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 10-04-2021, 06:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,540
Posted By a2badger
Replacement LED Ceiling Lights

I have a couple of these flickering and need to figure out how to replace them. Can just the middle portion be replaced or do you replace the whole fixture? The two hooked tabs that appear to hold...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 09-09-2021, 09:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,535
Posted By a2badger
I should have mentioned that I am not using...

I should have mentioned that I am not using solar. I just have the stock as-built system and am looking to replace my flooded lead acids with either AGM or LiFePO4 batteries. It sounds like I...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 09-09-2021, 08:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,535
Posted By a2badger
Charge Controller for LiFePO4 Batteries

Will the charging system on a 2017 MBS SunSeeker, charge a Lithium Iron Phosphate battery to its full potential (sorry about the pun, but the Lion Energy UT Safari 1300 batteries I am considering can...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 04-22-2021, 07:25 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,582
Posted By a2badger
Tire Pump for Sure

X2 and 3 on the tire pump. Seems valve stems are my problem. I installed metal extensions to stick through the holes in the wheel covers, and when one cover rotated, it wore through the metal and...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 04-19-2021, 06:23 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,470
Posted By a2badger
I also sanitize my fresh water supply hoses after...

I also sanitize my fresh water supply hoses after de-winterizing. I put my bleach in the outside filter canister (without the filter) at the front of all my supply hoses, run just enough water to...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 03-22-2021, 11:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,229
Posted By a2badger
I would like to hear others' experiences with...

I would like to hear others' experiences with leaving the house batteries in the RV (but disconnected) over winter. They run down in my home over the winter! I keep the starter battery installed...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 03-22-2021, 09:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,229
Posted By a2badger
Any tips for leaving Mich. in Feb?

We tentatively plan to head to Fla in Feb next year. Have never started a trip mid-winter before. Class C (MBS) will have been in outdoor storage since Oct, and will likely have snow or ice on the...
Forum: General Community Discussions 07-16-2020, 06:58 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 13,995
Posted By a2badger
While I'm Waiting ...

When I am next in line, and there are more lining up behind me, I sometimes haul out what I need and put it off to the side behind the RV ahead of me. Makes my work go faster, but also lets them know...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 06-08-2020, 08:54 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,818
Posted By a2badger
We love our Chevy Sonic toad. Light and fun to...

We love our Chevy Sonic toad. Light and fun to drive. Subtracts less than one mile/gallon of fuel behind our little 24' Sunseeker. Definitely check out the dinghy guides mentioned early on in the...
Forum: Exterior Maintenance | Roofs, Sealing, Covers & Vents 10-22-2019, 11:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 894
Posted By a2badger
That also uses a straw to apply at low pressure. ...

That also uses a straw to apply at low pressure. I need to spray (shoot) the stuff to get it where I need it.
Forum: Exterior Maintenance | Roofs, Sealing, Covers & Vents 10-22-2019, 10:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 894
Posted By a2badger
Sprayable foam sealant?

I need to seal some underbody spots that an expanding foam sealant straw (like the Great Stuff ones) can't reach. Looking for a can that SPRAYS the foam rather than needing to get the end of a straw...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 07-19-2019, 10:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,602
Posted By a2badger
From the ones I've seen so far, the 6V ones are...

From the ones I've seen so far, the 6V ones are too tall to fit under the entry step battery box. Otherwise I would be going that route.
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 07-18-2019, 06:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,602
Posted By a2badger
I hadn't thought to ask the dealer -- I had...

I hadn't thought to ask the dealer -- I had figured Forest River supplied them.
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