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Forum: Roo | Shamrock 03-04-2016, 08:19 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,126
Posted By elundquist
Wicked1, After reading everyone's posts I am...

Wicked1,

After reading everyone's posts I am going to go with a Husky as well.

I just need to see if I can order a Roo with just a manual crank then I can add the Husky myself or have it...
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 02-24-2016, 10:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,208
Posted By elundquist
2017 Shamrock 23IKSS arrives next month

Shamrockthecasbah,

When get your 23ikss can you confirm if your 2017 unit has recessed LED lights vs surfaced mounted lights?

FR changed the website stating Recessed LED lighting, but hard to...
Forum: Windows, Awnings & Doors 12-26-2015, 07:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 935
Posted By elundquist
Try Bleach White tire cleaner! Work great for...

Try Bleach White tire cleaner! Work great for interior door panels and padded arm rests in side your car.


Erik Lundquist
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Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 12-03-2015, 12:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,313
Posted By elundquist
It should be everyone's SOP (standard operating...

It should be everyone's SOP (standard operating procedure) to cut off the breaker before inserting or removing their RV shore power cord! It prevents arch pitting on the terminals at the pedestal...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 12-03-2015, 11:28 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,313
Posted By elundquist
I should clarify... A 30A shore power cord...

I should clarify...

A 30A shore power cord can be a 8 gauge 3 wire cord or likely be a 10 gauge 3 wire cord.

A 50A shore power cord could be a 8 or 6 gauge 4 wire cord.

To use a 3 wire...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 12-03-2015, 10:38 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,313
Posted By elundquist
Dog Bone and EMS Protector

The problem is there is a possibility of a fault before the 30A breaker in the RV, where the fault could draw 50A of power on the 30A shore power cord/plug.

The 30A shore plug/ cord is only being...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 12-03-2015, 09:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,313
Posted By elundquist
Dog Bone and EMS Protector

If anyone plugs their RV into a 50A outlet, DogBone or not, should have the RV electrical system rated for 50A service from the shore power plug all the way to the RV panel board.

I think DSQR...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 12-02-2015, 10:45 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,313
Posted By elundquist
Yea they probably don't see the level of sales to...

Yea they probably don't see the level of sales to bring down the costs.

Another option for the DIY:

1. Cut your shore power cord about 12" to 16" from the 30A male plug head.

2. Install...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 12-02-2015, 09:26 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,313
Posted By elundquist
Jbeal43 & Cavalier, It's true the 50A socket...

Jbeal43 & Cavalier,

It's true the 50A socket gets less use and some use the dog bone to take advantage of this. An additional reason is the load on one leg of the electrical supply might have...
Forum: Propane Systems 11-23-2015, 08:56 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,524
Posted By elundquist
No heat

Try closing the valve(s) on the tanks, turn off all gas items, then slowly opening the tank(s) one at a time.

If still nothing then tap the regulator with the handle of a screw driver.


Erik...
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 11-10-2015, 09:46 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,126
Posted By elundquist
Roo Options

I think the sell each item in the package as separate options, including the unlisted Oyster side panels.

Just like the auto industry it's cheaper to get a package of options than it is to order a...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 11-10-2015, 09:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 719
Posted By elundquist
Progressive EMS 30

I would bet the site pedestals are feed with aluminum wiring and those connections at the pedestals have not been checked or tighten since installed. The pedestals typically have a feed/ loop bar...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 11-09-2015, 10:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 719
Posted By elundquist
Progressive EMS 30

The power spike could be due to power company or a bad/ weak neutral.


Given there is only two RVs using the camp I would suspect the neutral. In particular with the use of electrical heat.
...
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 11-07-2015, 12:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,726
Posted By elundquist
Roo & RV/Narrow King Mattress

SewingCyberMom,

I had your review book marked a few weeks ago! I read it to my wife and it made her feel better. She was glad to know she was not the only one out there wanting a better...
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 11-06-2015, 08:29 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,515
Posted By elundquist
Did that several times - she states she is happy...

Did that several times - she states she is happy with the 23IKSS and it will meet our needs. We just need to see in person a few new options and the new colors.

Then the hard part is living...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 11-03-2015, 11:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,749
Posted By elundquist
Adding Dimmer Switches

Here is a link to a YouTube video from a RV LED lighting dealer that explains dimming LEDs for RV lights.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rab8FyE-2KA&sns=em


Dimmer must be a Pulse Width...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 11-03-2015, 10:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,749
Posted By elundquist
Adding Dimmer Switches

Here is the RV dimmer switch for LED lights I wanted to post.

JR Products 15225 Black LED Dimmer On/Off Switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00C88ASPO/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_hPmowbH8J0XB0

Please note you...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 11-03-2015, 09:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,749
Posted By elundquist
The dimmers at Lowes and Home Depot are for line...

The dimmers at Lowes and Home Depot are for line voltage (120 VAC) LED fixtures.

Sorry about the last link, I will look again for the one I should have posted.

Controlling only two fixtures...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 11-03-2015, 08:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,749
Posted By elundquist
Here is one dimmer product just for RV/Marine. ...

Here is one dimmer product just for RV/Marine.

JR Products 12275 Black Dimmer On/Off Switch with Bezel https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002UC6Q0E/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_aXlowb1AEXTJM


Erik Lundquist...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 11-03-2015, 08:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,749
Posted By elundquist
All the lighting (maybe a few exceptions) is low...

All the lighting (maybe a few exceptions) is low voltage (12VDC), so you need to use a low voltage dimmer. These are typically small dial switches that won't fit at most typical light switch...
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 10-28-2015, 12:00 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,515
Posted By elundquist
Good to know. So far she has not liked the lite...

Good to know. So far she has not liked the lite weight 5ers. Plus a larger RV would be a problem for the more remote sites I really like to camp in.

I am sure until she sees a 5er with more...
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 10-28-2015, 11:35 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,515
Posted By elundquist
Dinostop, I am glad the wife thinks this...

Dinostop,

I am glad the wife thinks this form is too nerdy... Yea Facebook isn't.

You won't be helping me. I keep telling her if we get bigger than the Roo we are going full time!

What...
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 10-28-2015, 10:42 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,515
Posted By elundquist
Suggestions for TV and Camper

Flintsters,

Be warned you will always need a bigger camper if the family can't embrace camping! If you fly or stay in hotels there are limits, so there needs to be agreed upon limits with the RV....
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 10-28-2015, 10:12 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,515
Posted By elundquist
Flintsters, It sounds like the Sequoia is...

Flintsters,

It sounds like the Sequoia is more a personal fit for the daily family needs. If so don't let that be a negative.

Getting the family into RV camping is a good motivation for buying...
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 10-28-2015, 07:12 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,515
Posted By elundquist
Yea Fishing Bridge's RV park restriction of no...

Yea Fishing Bridge's RV park restriction of no tents or soft sides is not due to bears. It's because Fishing Bridge is the ONLY campground in the park with 50A full hookups. Back in 2010 they told...
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