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Forum: FR3 09-16-2019, 04:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,295
Posted By smfranks
That, I think is the circuit breaker, what I need...

That, I think is the circuit breaker, what I need should look like this...attached
Forum: FR3 09-16-2019, 02:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,295
Posted By smfranks
LCI Level controller location

Does anyone know the location of the Lippert LCI Leveling controller in a 2017 FR3? I am trying to troubleshoot what I think may be an electrical issue.
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 01-27-2019, 01:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,937
Posted By smfranks
Hi! I have both, 4 from Battle Born for my main...

Hi! I have both, 4 from Battle Born for my main system (with a 3K inverter) and 2 from FireFly as my 12V system. I charge all with 2 controllers and 1500W of solar. I went to the FireFly for my 12V...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 05-16-2017, 12:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,546
Posted By smfranks
Other Items connected?

I would wonder how the fridge is connected to the inverter? Is it a dedicated line, or are you using the inverter to power the shore line? I would plug an extension into the inverter and the fridge...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 04-29-2017, 04:45 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,646
Posted By smfranks
Led Dimmer

I use a black marker. One coat, let it dry (seconds) if still too bright, keep adding coats! I think there is a market for a manufacturer (pen/marker) to make up something special for this! :cool:
Forum: General Community Discussions 04-16-2017, 02:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,807
Posted By smfranks
Smile Yes to this with one note on long guns. Do NOT...

Yes to this with one note on long guns. Do NOT say they are for any form of self-defense. Know about hunting seasons and if you can, have a hunting license good for the game/season in the area you...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 04-16-2017, 01:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,651
Posted By smfranks
Lightbulb I vote for none of the above, go Lithium!

Well, I am going to say none of the above. I run 12V LiFePO4 batteries. Yes, the original cost is high, but cost per amp/hour over the life of the batteries is lower, weight is much less, no...
Forum: FR3 03-21-2017, 07:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,623
Posted By smfranks
Thank you for the info! How did you...

Thank you for the info!



How did you install your solar (attach to roof) and are you happy with how it turned out?
Forum: FR3 03-06-2017, 06:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,623
Posted By smfranks
2017 FR3 Roof

Just found out today from Brian Meeks <BMeeks@forestriverinc.com> and I quote, "The decking under that roof is no more than ¼ inch thick. And because we don’t recommend installing anything on the...
Forum: Welcome Mat 02-25-2017, 01:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 377
Posted By smfranks
Hi from Oshawa, ON

Hi all!

My wife Laura and I just bought our first motorhome, a FR3 30DS :)
Though we are new to class A, we pulled a trailer last year from Oshawa On to Cape Breton NS, to Vancouver BC and back....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 02-25-2017, 01:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,472
Posted By smfranks
X2 on this, my knowledge of electronics says this...

X2 on this, my knowledge of electronics says this is a bad idea. (the reason most kits to do this have diodes is to avoid just what you are thinking of... don't do it!
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