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Old 07-18-2016, 07:30 PM   #4141
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New Jack antennae, and fantastic fan. Also,a replacement vent for the fridge sidewall.yeah Amazon.com.
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Old 07-18-2016, 09:02 PM   #4142
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A spare circuit board for fridge. It couldn't decide between gas or AC so did neither. Luckily had a buddy handy (former Electricians Mate 1st on nuclear subs) who knew which relay to whack, but he said if it failed once it will do so again, so a spare board seemed prudent.
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Old 07-18-2016, 10:29 PM   #4143
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What did you get for your Trailer today?

That's why he was a First Class...we all know where, and just how hard, to whack a stubborn bit of Navy gear. I was a Data Systems PO1--knowing just where and how hard to put the steel-toed boot to the silly computer to get it to go was a fine art.

I think that's where the term 'booting the computer' really came from😀😀😀...at least not the official version.


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Old 07-21-2016, 07:04 AM   #4144
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Made a new end cap for the kitchen today.
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Old 07-21-2016, 07:37 AM   #4145
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Gaucho is gone. New floor and recliners are now being used as I type.
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Old 07-21-2016, 08:47 AM   #4146
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Old 07-21-2016, 10:05 AM   #4147
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SkyDog, Sweet add. So how much wattage from these two panels?

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Old 07-21-2016, 10:21 AM   #4148
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Old 07-21-2016, 10:41 AM   #4149
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SkyDog, Sweet add. So how much wattage from these two panels?

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2 x 100 watt panels. Should be plenty for our meager power usage. Also did a 350w inverter.
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Old 07-21-2016, 01:28 PM   #4150
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New tabletops

We picked up our new tabletops last week and, with a few minor details to finish, I've just about got them installed.

We met a young craftsman and his fiancé at our local pancake festival and asked if he could make tops for our 68 Overlander. He works in all beautiful hardwoods with a rustic look. His name is Adam Billstone of Warren, PA.

With the kitchen counter done, I was able to complete the gas system hook ups and testing. The trailer is now officially camp-worthy (although we've already spent 5 nights in it, adjusting plans and adding ideas.)

I'll figure out how to start a thread with a few more photos of the tabletops.

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Old 07-21-2016, 11:04 PM   #4151
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2 x 100 watt panels. Should be plenty for our meager power usage. Also did a 350w inverter.
skydog, thanks. Just trying to get a handle on what works for just the basics.

No sure I need the inverter. Just the basic... refer (on propane) ,music for sure...a few lights prudently managed & maybe HWH (on propane)... I can boil water for coffee. 200W sound like a round number. Next mod is is2 6v GC batts swapping out the 12V interstate 24's.

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Old 07-22-2016, 06:20 AM   #4152
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Old 07-22-2016, 08:54 AM   #4153
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A Honda 2000i Companion generator so I can run the AC here in northern Minnesota. It's been hitting 90 degrees. Only $999 at L&M supply. With less sales tax here I save $125 over buying at home.
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Old 07-22-2016, 09:01 AM   #4154
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Our propane-fired Honda EU2000i companion arrived last Monday, and yesterday we broke it in where we are dry camping for the weekend. Works great!

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Old 07-22-2016, 09:28 AM   #4155
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skydog, thanks. Just trying to get a handle on what works for just the basics.

No sure I need the inverter. Just the basic... refer (on propane) ,music for sure...a few lights prudently managed & maybe HWH (on propane)... I can boil water for coffee. 200W sound like a round number. Next mod is is2 6v GC batts swapping out the 12V interstate 24's.

thx

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Nice! We just use fridge, occasional heat at night and the HWH. Swapped all the light bulbs for LEDs for about $20 so almost no draw there. I should be able to stay out as long as I want now. We did the inverter just to charge devices and wanted to have it for the off chance we want to put on a DVD for the kids.

Next mod for me is a 3" lift.
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Old 07-22-2016, 06:16 PM   #4156
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Nice! We just use fridge, occasional heat at night and the HWH. Swapped all the light bulbs for LEDs for about $20 so almost no draw there. I should be able to stay out as long as I want now. We did the inverter just to charge devices and wanted to have it for the off chance we want to put on a DVD for the kids.

Next mod for me is a 3" lift.
makes sense.

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p.s. what's a 3" lift?

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Old 07-22-2016, 06:43 PM   #4157
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At my age, it sounds like something I could use.
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Old 07-23-2016, 07:30 AM   #4158
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The suspension is modified with 3" steel frame members interposed that elevate the trailer frame that much higher.

Going from the stock 14" ST tires on our 2015 23D to 15" SenDel wheels with 15" Michelin LTX (P) 235/75R15 XL tires (there is a newer model tire out as of June 2016) elevated the trailer about 1.1" to the same elevation of our original 2013 25FB with the same model Michelin tires. That allowed our 2007 Mercedes ML320 CDI diesel that towed the 25FB with the Hensley Arrow hitch to use all the same settings on the 23 with that same hitch.
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Added 2 wireless keyfobs for recent installed custom made LED reverse/backup lighting.

Allows latching or momentary trigger (as long as transmitter button is held down) for remote on/off.

Other uses:
GET OF MY TAIL bright white flashing while driving.

Warning Safety lighting to approaching vehicle if on side of road
or on blind corner.

Of course, backup light while parking

Off hours scare light from inside cabin if hearing strange outside human noises or "is that a bear?"

Extra rear courtesy lighting while setting up or breaking down camp with or without connected tow vehicle.

Can't wait to try all the above out !

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makes sense.

happy trails


p.s. what's a 3" lift?

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It's a 3" steel bar that bolts between the frame and the axle which raises the trailer 3" higher from the ground. Axle height will remain the same, but we've been having clearance issues at the tail on some back roads going over bumps and up hills. This should help alleviate that.
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