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Forum: Coachmen 11-09-2021, 09:11 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,810
Posted By Bentspoon
Yeah use the little camp bottles

When I got my RV, I was into modification (still am) and so I got the T junction and hooked up a hose set up realizing I need to go straight into my barbq so was not going to need its regulator. Then...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 11-20-2020, 06:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,439
Posted By Bentspoon
It draws what it draws

I didn't see anyone else say it so ..... Remember that it draws what it draws. No matter 50 amp, 30 amp or 15 amp service.

Now you can't get more than the service provides (15 amp is limited to...
Forum: COVID-19 Discussions 03-20-2020, 11:46 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 8,625
Posted By Bentspoon
Take it seriously

After reading these posts, for the most part, I decidedly won't be RVing this year (boondocking only). Don't much care for the Know it Alls on this issue. They are going to be frequenting those parks...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 02-23-2020, 12:07 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,676
Posted By Bentspoon
I concur

with everything said so far. I was naive and bought in. They actually delivered the stain protection with a big ol stain on the front seat. We never actually got it out, we complained at the obvious...
Forum: FR3 11-23-2019, 07:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,503
Posted By Bentspoon
Sail Switch?

I had a similar problem recently and it was/is a flaky sail switch. This checks for airflow and will not allow ignition until it senses that the blower is working, then there is the time delay to...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 10-30-2019, 10:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 811
Posted By Bentspoon
Thanks

Now that explains it. Thanks for the insight :trink39:
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 10-29-2019, 11:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 811
Posted By Bentspoon
Atwood Furnace: please help me understand

Hello all, I wanted to get some help understanding a recent failure of my atwood furnace in my Class C. We were on the Oregon coast a couple of weeks ago. One night it got so windy it was shaking the...
Forum: General Community Discussions 06-21-2018, 02:30 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,249
Posted By Bentspoon
I don't get this

I have read through this long thread and it compels me to comment; I am 66 yrs old and have been camping with family and friends as long as I can remember. I have hiked and camped as a young man and...
Forum: General Community Discussions 05-28-2018, 10:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,310
Posted By Bentspoon
Think about it ..........

I have been through this so consider these thoughts. It seems like a good idea. The last few posts outlines the fitting you need to tap into the large proprane tank. I put one in and then made quick...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 05-14-2018, 12:17 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,374
Posted By Bentspoon
Planning to repeat safety checks

More info: I did not replace the GFCI. I replaced the unit. Therefore I am not willing to repeat the "experiment" to see if it was a fluke.

The inverter is installed in proper polarity with a fuse...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 05-13-2018, 09:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,374
Posted By Bentspoon
as for "thanks for playing"

Meant with a sense of humor - sorry if I offended

Bentspoon
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 05-13-2018, 12:09 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,374
Posted By Bentspoon
follow up

This was stated in a post "Leaving the converter on should not hurt anything except drain the battery faster as it trying to charge the battery but with bosses it will always drawer more current then...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 05-12-2018, 11:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,374
Posted By Bentspoon
the inverter has no load

The inverter I am using has a battery meter and a GFCI receptacle for AC out. It's a Xantrex.
I have a 30 amp AC cable for my input on the rig. I either plug that into a) shore power, b) on board...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 05-12-2018, 05:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,374
Posted By Bentspoon
there is no Amperage

Duckogram, there is nothing plugged into the inverter. It is simply connected to the battery. It shouldn't draw any current except that which it uses to function. That current would not be seen by...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 05-12-2018, 02:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,374
Posted By Bentspoon
Why did I fry the GFCI? Electrical puzzle

I am perplexed at this latest occurrence. I am pretty good with electrical so I am hoping the local expertise can help me figure this out.

When I got our Forest River Class C, we planned to...
Forum: The Rally Zone | F.R.O.G. Events 01-22-2018, 07:51 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,325
Posted By Bentspoon
Caravans to Mexico - RV'ing in Mexico

Currently, I am researching possible caravans across the border and into Mexico. I have heard of a few that organize out of Phoenix. I would appreciate any information members might have. I am...
Forum: Exterior Maintenance | Roofs, Sealing, Covers & Vents 10-18-2017, 02:47 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 675
Posted By Bentspoon
Unhappy What is your class C cap leak experience

Class C specific
I am currently fighting a water leak into the cap. We spent a week in Santa Fe a couple of weeks ago and were pounded with the hardest rainstorm I have ever seen. It lasted for days...
Forum: Georgetown 09-12-2017, 11:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,729
Posted By Bentspoon
On top

Like others here I glued mine to the top. I glued down the roof wire with a strip of Eternabond. I placed it near the edge of the roof and ran the line down the corner of the cap, over to the cab...
Forum: FR3 09-03-2017, 12:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,785
Posted By Bentspoon
Use Coax out

I have the latest comcast equipment and the box has a VHF out (not HDMI but a decent signal). I send the HDMI to my primary TV and split and amplify the VHF to various TVs throughout the house. The...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-01-2017, 02:57 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,166
Posted By Bentspoon
Get a tester

I agree with others here that those boxes should be replaced. Electrical connections should be thoroughly shielded from the wood components of your RV. Beyond that, regarding the question of three...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 05-26-2017, 02:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,662
Posted By Bentspoon
Verified pressures with Michelin

Just an update: I was challenged on my calculations regarding tire pressure. This is safety so I thought I should double check my calcs. I called Michelin and verified that I am using the correct...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 05-25-2017, 01:18 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,662
Posted By Bentspoon
Dual Tire inflation system

I am looking at the Crossfire dual tire fill system by Dual Dynamics. Lots of good reviews. Very convenient. I think I may go this way. The only drawback I can see is that they don't have a bracket...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 05-25-2017, 12:40 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,662
Posted By Bentspoon
Back in from camping

I just got back and I am reading replies. I may reiterate what others have said. Apparently there is a misunderstanding. I am using Michelin specs for load. Max load is printed on the door as a...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 05-22-2017, 01:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,662
Posted By Bentspoon
Load calcs

The PSI determination comes from Michelin RV tire charts for my size tires.
We have a nearby DOT truck scale that you can just drive up to - read out is in the window. I determined that front axle...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 05-22-2017, 12:27 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,662
Posted By Bentspoon
Help Me - frustrated by dualies

Hello All,

I am fairly new at RVing having recently purchased a Class C Coachmen. This is my first encounter with dulies. Now I pride myself on getting the best equipment for the job as far as I...
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