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Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 11-23-2015, 08:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 902
Posted By PMickey
Most "12 volt" electrical devices can run...

Most "12 volt" electrical devices can run perfectly normal with up to 10% voltage drop. So that difference is acceptable by most. I personally don't like it but what can you do.


2013 Solaire...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 11-23-2015, 07:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 902
Posted By PMickey
I think the first response was from a new guy....

I think the first response was from a new guy. The second makes the most sense. Especially if you see the lead "path" from the lug to the stud. I personally only know of one type of battery that has...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 11-23-2015, 04:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 902
Posted By PMickey
Are you checking on the stud or the base where...

Are you checking on the stud or the base where the ring terminal would make contact with the lead? Never seen a difference before but the ring terminal will be "getting" it's power from the lead not...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-26-2015, 02:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,409
Posted By PMickey
Mine was definitely the switch but a good lube...

Mine was definitely the switch but a good lube job on those and the slides is a great idea. What are the recommended intervals for those items? I like the idea of dry lube. I use it on my...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-23-2015, 11:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,409
Posted By PMickey
92596 Plus lippert put this sticker on it...

92596
Plus lippert put this sticker on it intending it to be mounted this way.


2013 Solaire Eclipse 317BHSK 2009 Denali XL Tow Vehicle with Equalizer distribution and sway control
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-23-2015, 11:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,409
Posted By PMickey
Correction. I did not mount those doors. Forest...

Correction. I did not mount those doors. Forest River did. All I removed was the switch. One way is not right or wrong. It's a matter of preference. I personally like them folding down. Open them and...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-23-2015, 09:53 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,409
Posted By PMickey
9257492575 Here are the pics of the front and...

9257492575
Here are the pics of the front and back. The blue wires cross cross from the upper terminals to the lower terminals. The motor wires to piggyback connectors on the lower terminals. This...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-22-2015, 12:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,409
Posted By PMickey
As soon as I get finished packing for the weekend...

As soon as I get finished packing for the weekend trip I will get some posted. Heading to Cherrystone on the Chesapeake bay for the weekend.


2013 Solaire Eclipse 317BHSK 2009 Denali XL Tow...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-22-2015, 10:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,409
Posted By PMickey
Electric stabilizer switch upgrade

Here's a great upgrade for those pesky electric stabilizer switches. Mine have worked intermittently since I pulled the trailer, 317BHSK Solaire Eclipse, off the lot. The last two times out I had to...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 08-23-2015, 07:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 730
Posted By PMickey
CRC will be fine. I use that and another called...

CRC will be fine. I use that and another called Corrosion Block, which does basically the same thing, on marine electrical systems. Backs of switches, fuse blocks etc. works really good for cleaning...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-16-2015, 08:02 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 16,933
Posted By PMickey
Towing a 31 solaire with an '09 Denali XL and get...

Towing a 31 solaire with an '09 Denali XL and get 7.5 fairly consistently and 16-17 highway not towing. Same camper with our 08 suburban was 8.5-9 towing and about 19-20 highway not towing.

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Forum: Modifications and Updates 04-13-2015, 07:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,168
Posted By PMickey
An inverter is actually a good idea. It could be...

An inverter is actually a good idea. It could be added to the camper itself. One large enough to power the AC will definitely draw a ton of power off the battery. If you limit yourself to quick 1-2...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 04-13-2015, 07:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,508
Posted By PMickey
Bumper finished with stuff installed. Made my...

Bumper finished with stuff installed. Made my first trip last week and checked at each stop for anything to throw up a red flag. Here is a pic with my stuff on while on the Ocracoke-Hatteras ferry....
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 03-26-2015, 10:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 789
Posted By PMickey
I thought about loctite and will definitely go...

I thought about loctite and will definitely go back and add it. When I saw this it was 10:00 at night with a TV in one hand (plug and other wiring still connected) and my tools just barely in reach....
Forum: Modifications and Updates 03-26-2015, 10:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,257
Posted By PMickey
This won't fix the ugly, but if it has an aux...

This won't fix the ugly, but if it has an aux input on the back, check out Fusion MS-BT100. It's a hide away style Bluetooth. Installed on my camper last year. Be sure to put a switch on it though....
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 03-26-2015, 10:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 5,515
Posted By PMickey
I was doing some audio system upgrades, Bluetooth...

I was doing some audio system upgrades, Bluetooth to be exact. When I pulled my stereo I noticed a speaker wire disconnected. Most likely due to an improper crimp. If it's not at the speaker like...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 03-26-2015, 10:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 789
Posted By PMickey
Check your TV brackets

I was going through my Solaire 317 getting ready for the first trip. I decided to pull my tv down and run an audio input to it from the DVD. Previously DVD audio would only go through the stereo...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 02-25-2015, 12:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,508
Posted By PMickey
Taking a while to get back on the bumper. Cold...

Taking a while to get back on the bumper. Cold weather with snow and ice has plagued Eastern NC the past two weeks. Got some extra stuff to do for reinforcement but I will post pics once done.

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Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 02-17-2015, 07:36 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 15,822
Posted By PMickey
My TT is 30 A single AC unit. It's wired right. I...

My TT is 30 A single AC unit. It's wired right. I added a convection oven to the outdoor kitchen. After a couple trips with the main breaker tripping I just run a separate extension cord to the power...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 02-16-2015, 08:16 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 15,822
Posted By PMickey
50 to 30 adapter + 50 amp 220 shore receptacle + 110 RV = NOT GOOD!

30 a 110v is 3300 watts. Ohms law states P=I x V. Where P=watts, I= current/amps, V= voltage. This means that a 50 A RV receptacle is 11,000 watts. It's 50 amps at 110v on each "hot" leg with a...
Forum: Palomino 02-15-2015, 01:39 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 22,853
Posted By PMickey
Interested in the name of the coating you...

Interested in the name of the coating you used/had done. My Solaire is the "mocha" color and is fading mainly on the front cap. It always faces south when stored at my house.


2013 Solaire...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 02-13-2015, 05:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,508
Posted By PMickey
What all did you do to reinforce the frame? Or...

What all did you do to reinforce the frame? Or did you just bolt on a heavy bumper. I don't want problems and am not trying to be a smart a**. I have reinforced my bumper to frame mounting with 3...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 02-13-2015, 04:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,508
Posted By PMickey
I have inspected the frame and it is the thin I...

I have inspected the frame and it is the thin I beam frame. All is in great shape after 2 seasons towing. No bending or welds cracking. I did however add some bolts through the bumper brackets and I...
Forum: Tips and Tricks 02-11-2015, 08:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,606
Posted By PMickey
Did this in my bunkhouse in my TT. Not sure if it...

Did this in my bunkhouse in my TT. Not sure if it will work in cab over bunk but... It's a shel from Lowes that I cut to the width I wanted and used small shelf brackets to hold it on. Was very...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 02-09-2015, 03:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,508
Posted By PMickey
I will post pics of the bumper on and all...

I will post pics of the bumper on and all accessories next week.


2013 Solaire Eclipse 317BHSK 2009 Denali XL Tow Vehicle with Equalizer distribution and sway control
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