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06-27-2014, 11:06 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2014
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Hey Herk.I really like the charging station setup.I have a question for you on the USB setup.What voltage did you hook up to.The 12v or the 115v.Thanks,Dave
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06-27-2014, 12:13 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2011
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Installed the "snip-the-tip" thermistor on Tuesday. Been cloudy and rainy everyday since, with cooler weather (for Louisiana, highs in mid 70s) so not able to see if it will make a difference in the heat of 95 degree days. BUT, so far, it has brought frigg down to 28 at night and rises to around 37 during the day. It is set at factory setting of 33-39 degrees. Waiting for a hot day. So far this appears to be the best fix. Added 2 new fans, no noticable difference. Have not turned them on since installing snipthetip. Want to get a true reading on hot day. Can use fans 2 & 3 when needed.
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06-27-2014, 12:41 PM
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Mod free 5er
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Concord, NC
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Originally Posted by dcheatwood
...Have not turned them on since installing snipthetip. Want to get a true reading on hot day. Can use fans 2 & 3 when needed.
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Can guarantee the fans on the back will do more than anything to drop the temperature. When we turn the frig on, I immediately turn the fans on (2 inside and 2 outside) and leave them on 24/7 until we turn the frig off.
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06-27-2014, 12:51 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2013
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Can I ask what kind of fan are you putting on the outside? And how are you wiring them up?
We have always had problems getting our fridge temp down.
Actually it runs cooler as we travel. Probably because it stays cooler on the outside.
Appreciate any ideas or help
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06-27-2014, 12:59 PM
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ARLO
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: N Chili, NY
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06-27-2014, 01:13 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Whereever our Berkshire is Parked!
Posts: 7,082
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Originally Posted by Herk7769
What I did this week:
All exterior lights are now LED; they were a MESS when opened.
While doing it, I answered the eternal question of what that thing is in the top center of the rear cap. It is a vent for the radio compartment in my camper.
I removed a burned up shore power socket (made the mistake of using the air conditioner without twisting the cord to lock it in place) and replaced it.
Replaced the Current Limiter under the pin box cause it looked like it needed it visually (I was right!)
I installed 8 USB charging stations that can be switched from Shore Power to Inverter.
And finally, mounted the Cell phone booster and WiFi repeater/router.
All in all a good week.
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Lou, which cell phone booster and WIFI repeater are you using?
TIA Buddy!
Bob
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| 2017 Berkshire XLT 43A with Ultrasteer Tag | Blue Ox Avail + KarGard II |
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06-27-2014, 01:21 PM
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Mod free 5er
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Concord, NC
Posts: 24,702
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Quote:
Originally Posted by YogiBear
Can I ask what kind of fan are you putting on the outside? And how are you wiring them up?
We have always had problems getting our fridge temp down.
Actually it runs cooler as we travel. Probably because it stays cooler on the outside. Appreciate any ideas or help
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Ball bearing computer fans in both places. The two in the back are mounted just above the burner and blow across the entire back and the two in the inside are hanging off the coil. Both sets are on toggle switches. Cost less than $20 pr on eBay.
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06-27-2014, 01:42 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Nov 2011
Posts: 4,499
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Quote:
Originally Posted by YogiBear
Can I ask what kind of fan are you putting on the outside? And how are you wiring them up?
We have always had problems getting our fridge temp down.
Actually it runs cooler as we travel. Probably because it stays cooler on the outside.
Appreciate any ideas or help
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This link is to pics and description of my fan install.
http://www.forestriverforums.com/for...d.php?p=631020
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06-27-2014, 03:28 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Seaford, De
Posts: 2,377
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Everything checked over. Everything loaded. Ready for 500 mile trip to Tennessee tomorrow
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06-27-2014, 05:34 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2013
Posts: 29
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Loaded everything for a Mission Trip to the Ute Mountain Ute Ondian Reservation Mission trip in Cortez Colorado. Going to be a God experience once again.
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06-27-2014, 06:12 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2013
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Thank you for the info.
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06-27-2014, 06:21 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Clarksville Va.
Posts: 10,422
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Quote:
Originally Posted by OldCoot
Ball bearing computer fans in both places. The two in the back are mounted just above the burner and blow across the entire back and the two in the inside are hanging off the coil. Both sets are on toggle switches. Cost less than $20 pr on eBay.
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Your best bet is the inside coil to move the air around, you will hardly notice any condensation after you do it. Add a fan also to the out side connect it to the 12 volt side that it is now connected to it. IT will help and you will be keeping the set temp to 1 so you don't freeze your eggs. I agree for once with that degenerate old man on this. ( Remember he has CRS) and he will say something different in the morning...... 
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06-27-2014, 06:23 PM
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Site Team - Lou
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: South Eastern PA
Posts: 23,269
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Quote:
Originally Posted by HSVBamaBob
Lou, which cell phone booster and WIFI repeater are you using?
TIA Buddy!
Bob
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From Dave - Hey Herk.I really like the charging station setup.I have a question for you on the USB setup.What voltage did you hook up to.The 12v or the 115v.Thanks,Dave
I have the Z-Boost cell phone booster and I use the AMP SR-300 repeater/router for my camper's media network.
The USB outlet is a new product at Home Depot. 110 volt AC and pricey at $29.95 each but just what I was looking for as we have 5 USB devices that need charging not counting guests.
The Double Gang set is wired to a flat plug extension cord that is plugged into my surge strip. The surge strip is used to be able to easily switch between the shore power outlet and the inverter as required.
Several cool options are now available:
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Cooper-Wi...5W-K/203921579
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Leviton-4...-0BW/204659600
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06-27-2014, 09:25 PM
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William
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: South Louisiana
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Added a professionally installed hitch to the Crusader to tow a 10 ft trailer with the toys. Pictures to come later.
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2011 F250 Lariat 6.7L
2016 (19 Nights Camped/1348 Miles)
2015 (38 Nights Camped/3560 Miles)
2014 (28 Nights Camped/1980 Miles)
2013 (30 Nights Camped/1411 Miles)
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06-28-2014, 08:20 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Clarksville Va.
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Herk, do you have any space left to live in? just wondering with all your mods.
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06-28-2014, 08:32 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2014
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Here's the setup I did yesterday.Bought the plugs at Lowes.$19.95 each  .I tied in from a plug right down the wall from this counter.
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06-28-2014, 09:58 AM
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Site Team - Lou
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: South Eastern PA
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nice! And we live very comfortably in our camper.
Gave serious consideration to a larger one recently, and decided all the customizing on a new rig was just not worth it. 
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2008 GMC Sierra 3000HD Allison Duramax
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06-28-2014, 11:17 AM
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ARLO
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: N Chili, NY
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06-28-2014, 07:28 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: Michigan
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getting the rv ready for a 2 week trip , added a TPMS, home made LDG stabs, removed the kitchen table and installed a recliner ( have a fold away table with chairs), wax, new axle seals,
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06-28-2014, 07:59 PM
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DW's 401(k) Plan
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Western MD
Posts: 2,372
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#1 - Started making an "L" shaped shelf out of my top rear bunk
#2 - Fixed rear screen door opener
#3 - Installed LED light under microwave, above sink
#4 - Flushed black tank
#5 - Started prepping for camp trip July 2-6.
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