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Forum: Forest River Classifieds | Buy |Sell |Trade 10-31-2023, 12:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 524
Posted By RGrimm
My 2021 Vibe 21BH has been Sold. My 2019 F150...

My 2021 Vibe 21BH has been Sold.
My 2019 F150 may be next.

-Russ
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-29-2023, 09:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 331
Posted By RGrimm
Final Repair/Mod

Some of you may remember my ‘Help – Battery’ thread (https://www.forestriverforums.com/forums/f218/help-batteries-269285.html) from 3 or 4 weeks ago. The issue was the Battery disconnect switch,...
Forum: Forest River Classifieds | Buy |Sell |Trade 09-25-2023, 01:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 524
Posted By RGrimm
(SOLD)2021 Forest River Vibe 21BH - Florida

Includes:

Fastway E2 WD Hitch w/1000 lb bars

Intelletec Automatic Energy Switch AESS controls Hot Water Heater and Microwave

Level Mate Pro Leveling assistant uses Smart Phone App ...
Forum: Eastern USA 09-17-2023, 08:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,644
Posted By RGrimm
We just got home yesterday (9/16) from Fort...

We just got home yesterday (9/16) from Fort Wilderness (site 601), that was our 13th FW trip since 2012 (our 27th Disney trip since 2006). We live in Florida and have always had annual passes which...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-06-2023, 02:00 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,100
Posted By RGrimm
Problem Resolved!! It ended up being a Bad...

Problem Resolved!!

It ended up being a Bad batt disconnect switch. As a quick fix: I put both the positive wires from the switch on one lug, basically eliminating the switch. I seldom have changed...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-06-2023, 12:41 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,100
Posted By RGrimm
I pulled the ground buss off the frame (one...

I pulled the ground buss off the frame (one pictured) and cleaned and tightened all the grounds and remounted it. No change, still no battery voltage in the WFCO on the DC side when off sore power. I...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-06-2023, 11:01 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,100
Posted By RGrimm
I looked at the big ground you identified, and it...

I looked at the big ground you identified, and it look fine, the black wasn't a burn mark. but I'm going to remove that buss bar and inspect/clean/tighten it.
-Russ
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-06-2023, 10:11 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,100
Posted By RGrimm
When connected to shore power the CB (Circuit...

When connected to shore power the CB (Circuit Breaker) on the left both terminals read 12.46 V (battery Voltage) the CB on right reads 13.6 (converter voltage).

When disconnected from shore...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-06-2023, 09:39 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,100
Posted By RGrimm
Both the polarity fuses are good and the. The two...

Both the polarity fuses are good and the. The two 12v Circuit breakers are good.

With the batteries disconnected, Shore power off I used a 20' car jumper cable and connected it to the 12v battery...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-06-2023, 08:03 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,100
Posted By RGrimm
The BAT switch made no difference. Battery...

The BAT switch made no difference. Battery Voltage the same (12.46) in either position while connected to shore power. disconnect from power the inside ceiling lights go out, but battery still reads...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-06-2023, 07:18 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,100
Posted By RGrimm
I will flip it to point down (OFF) and see if...

I will flip it to point down (OFF) and see if that solves the problem. That is confusing to this old mind.

The other confusion for me is which end of the red lever is the pointing end.

Thank...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-05-2023, 10:02 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,100
Posted By RGrimm
My last trip was a 3 Week trip back to PA to...

My last trip was a 3 Week trip back to PA to visit family. When we returned home it was parked in its spot at home and connected to my at home Pedestal as it usually is. Last week we had some affects...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-05-2023, 09:38 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,100
Posted By RGrimm
Thanks for the info. Actually I never shut off...

Thanks for the info. Actually I never shut off the Batt Switch, since my Vibe is always hooked to Shore Power at home when not being used.
-Russ
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-05-2023, 06:26 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,100
Posted By RGrimm
I had looked for a reset button or hole and found...

I had looked for a reset button or hole and found none. My quick test was to use a voltmeter and measure from Ground to each post and the voltage was the same on each post. From that I concluded the...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-05-2023, 05:30 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,100
Posted By RGrimm
Help - Batteries

REF: 2021 Vibe 21BH

Today, while prepping for a trip, I shut off the breaker at my home for my 50 amp pedestal to disconnect and check my 30 amp cables. When I went back to the coach and turned on...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 09-01-2023, 07:56 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,860
Posted By RGrimm
(Note: Everthing I reference below is for an...

(Note: Everthing I reference below is for an Everchill Model No.: WD-282FWDC-B Refrig. Your Everchill model is different. I haven't seen any threads on your model. But some of the information below...
Forum: Windows, Awnings & Doors 08-16-2023, 04:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,673
Posted By RGrimm
I assumed the gear on my 'repaired' one would...

I assumed the gear on my 'repaired' one would eventually break since I drilled holes in it. Which is why I just kept it for an emergency.

It's just a poor design for the amount of stress the gear...
Forum: Windows, Awnings & Doors 08-16-2023, 03:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,673
Posted By RGrimm
Yes, a roll-pin would have been a better option....

Yes, a roll-pin would have been a better option. But I didn't have any, so just used what I had handy, knowing the motor would just be used as an emergency spare.

So, when my current (new) motor...
Forum: Windows, Awnings & Doors 08-16-2023, 02:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,673
Posted By RGrimm
When I disassemble my gear assy apart and slide...

When I disassemble my gear assy apart and slide the gear off the shaft I found the steel shaft had a knurled area where the gear was and there was hole (about 1/8" diameter) thru the shaft. The hole...
Forum: Windows, Awnings & Doors 08-15-2023, 05:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,673
Posted By RGrimm
Yes. It's not the gear, it's the gear and shaft...

Yes. It's not the gear, it's the gear and shaft assy and not available. The only solution is to replace the entire Motor assy. (see post above).

It is a flawed design and they have not...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 07-26-2023, 09:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,870
Posted By RGrimm
Yes, full timing would make a difference because...

Yes, full timing would make a difference because of more door openings. Our longest trips are 4-5 weeks when we travel from NE Florida back to PA (where we are from) to visit family and friends. The...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 07-25-2023, 06:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,870
Posted By RGrimm
What temperature setting (refrig LED setting) did...

What temperature setting (refrig LED setting) did you have it set to? Where do you have the setting in the Freezer set to?

My Everchill has be running 24/7 since April/May of 2021 when I bought...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 07-21-2023, 09:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,033
Posted By RGrimm
The second link above only takes you to the Forum...

The second link above only takes you to the Forum and not the relative post.

I think this may be the post you were looking for: Corrected URL...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 07-21-2023, 07:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,033
Posted By RGrimm
We might need some more information to help,...

We might need some more information to help, like:
- refrig model number?
- has the refrig worked in the past or is this the first time you've used it?
- are you at a campground plugged into power...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 06-16-2023, 03:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,947
Posted By RGrimm
This is the one I purchased through Amazon...

This is the one I purchased through Amazon...
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