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Forum: Appliances and Electronics 10-21-2019, 12:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,896
Posted By seakayaker
MnTom gets the smiley face for reading...

MnTom gets the smiley face for reading comprehension. Thanks MnTom for answering my questions! Go the the head of the class!


I saw two RV's at a campground this weekend who had clearly...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 10-21-2019, 05:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,896
Posted By seakayaker
Thanks for all the advice and much of it is good....

Thanks for all the advice and much of it is good. However, not one person touched the questions I posted. Anyone interested in responding to the questions I posted?
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 10-20-2019, 07:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,896
Posted By seakayaker
Winegard Antenna woes - considering changes - got questions!

Hello,

I have a Winegard batwing type antenna with amplifier. The amplifier is actually wired to the wall jack behind my TV. There's a little push button to power the amp on/off.

...
Forum: Exterior Maintenance | Roofs, Sealing, Covers & Vents 09-21-2019, 09:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,189
Posted By seakayaker
Seal Maintenance Question

My TT is now almost 4 yrs old. No leaks but I have noticed some cracking in the sealant along the seam shown in pictures. It's the seam that runs along the vertical arc joining the side of the TT to...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 09-14-2019, 10:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,100
Posted By seakayaker
Not travelling with water in tank. This is for...

Not travelling with water in tank. This is for home use in the event of power outage where I migrate from my brick/mortar temporarily to the TT in order to enjoy air conditioning. I have a well for...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 09-14-2019, 07:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,100
Posted By seakayaker
Fresh water tank and pump questions - 1st time user

I've never used my freshwater tank and water pump. I may never boondock but would like to have the ability to use these in the event of power failure (in which case I'd supply my own power via...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-08-2019, 05:24 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,663
Posted By seakayaker
Here's what I ended up doing. I bought a Champion...

Here's what I ended up doing. I bought a Champion 4000 (3500 running Watts) from Amazon. Cost about $300 so the price was right. This is not going to be the quietest or lightest option. However,...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-07-2019, 07:45 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,663
Posted By seakayaker
I'd purchase something between 6500 and 8500...

I'd purchase something between 6500 and 8500 Watts. My primary purpose is to provide comfort in the event of power loss at my brick/mortar home. When that happens, we migrate to the TT. I want the...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-07-2019, 06:37 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,663
Posted By seakayaker
Generator Question

I'd like to get a generator that will power everything in my TT. I've noticed that most generators have the normal 110/120V receptacles but not 30A receptacles that mate with the TT plug.

Since...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-07-2019, 06:33 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,154
Posted By seakayaker
Power came back on this morning. Here's the...

Power came back on this morning. Here's the outcome...the generator wouldn't power the house fridge/freezer, well pump, and TT air conditioner very well at the same time. It would sporadically trip...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-07-2019, 06:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,154
Posted By seakayaker
No issues with safety. I have the house properly...

No issues with safety. I have the house properly wired for generator use. I cut main breakers to the house during generator use, etc.
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-06-2019, 07:17 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,154
Posted By seakayaker
Hurricane power outage - generator question

Hello from just outside Charleston, SC. Land of lost power.


I have a 6500W generator plugged into my brick/mortar home. The only loads on it are the well pump and fridge---all other breakers are...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 07-16-2019, 01:47 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,609
Posted By seakayaker
My $.02...drain it often. Here's why. *...

My $.02...drain it often. Here's why.


* Water at some campgrounds will deteriorate your anode a LOT faster than others. By draining it, you'll have the opportunity to inspect it often. Water at...
Forum: Slide Outs 07-12-2019, 02:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,375
Posted By seakayaker
27RKSS plastic "traveller" for slide power cable

Hello,

Underneath my 27RKSS slide there is a long piece of plastic dangling. This part evidently is used to secure the slide power cables to both the slide and the TT, itself. It's designed to...
Forum: General Community Discussions 07-08-2019, 06:32 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 12,186
Posted By seakayaker
Two adults and two dogs (basset hound and English...

Two adults and two dogs (basset hound and English shepherd) in our camper.


We never use the dining table. We lowered it as you would as if to use for another bed and then put two dog crates on...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 07-06-2019, 07:08 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 25,036
Posted By seakayaker
Bathroom Fan - When to run?

Maybe a dumb question but here goes...

Do you run your bathroom fan all the time or just when you are actually in the bathroom?

Why?

Does anyone do this in effort to avoid...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 06-24-2019, 04:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,030
Posted By seakayaker
What I'm really wanting to know is if there is...

What I'm really wanting to know is if there is any downside to disabling the existing hardwired alarm in the manner I described and using a plug in type alarm with backup 9v battery. This will allow...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 06-23-2019, 05:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,030
Posted By seakayaker
CO/LP Alarm problems

Hello,

Near wits end with the CO/LP alarm in our Wildwood 27RKSS. Problem described below has existed now for 2 yrs. It's a 2016 Wildwood bought new.

* More often than not the CO/LP alarm...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 09-13-2018, 05:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,139
Posted By seakayaker
Storm Prep - Should I lower stabilizers?

Doing final prep for Flo. TT is parked behind my garage on concrete pad. I don't intend to stay in it unless we're without power for several days post-storm.

Question: Should I lower the...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 09-12-2018, 06:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,054
Posted By seakayaker
AC Power via generator

Hello,

I have a 6500 W (8500 W Surge) generator. Would that be enough to supply power to my air conditioner as long as I don't run anything else via A/C?

thanks,

Seakayaker
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 08-16-2018, 08:31 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,092
Posted By seakayaker
Here's the scoop. I replaced my existing...

Here's the scoop. I replaced my existing passenger grade Wranglers with BFG KO2's today. I'm not worried at all about the miles I get from them. They will be replaced due to age long before they...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 08-16-2018, 04:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,092
Posted By seakayaker
I'm buying 4 BFG KO2's 265/65R18. This is the...

I'm buying 4 BFG KO2's 265/65R18. This is the same size as the existing tires. For now, I'm keeping the existing spare. It's 2 1/2 yrs old and has never left the undercarriage so for the most part...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 08-15-2018, 03:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,092
Posted By seakayaker
Good to know. I'll definitely report back...

Good to know. I'll definitely report back tomorrow after the install. At the very least it will be a "reality check" for what happens when changing to these tires with MY truck.


Regarding...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 08-15-2018, 01:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,092
Posted By seakayaker
Had to get an all terrain tire in order to keep...

Had to get an all terrain tire in order to keep the 265/65R18 size. Regarding noise, several reviews claim this tire is very quiet for an AT tire.


I'll know tomorrow after they are installed and...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 08-15-2018, 01:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,092
Posted By seakayaker
After calling multiple tire stores and even the...

After calling multiple tire stores and even the Chevy dealership, I've decided to go with the all terrains in the 265/65R18 size (BFG KO2's to be exact). I can't find any tire store that will...
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