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Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-18-2022, 08:15 AM
Replies: 222
Views: 84,359
Posted By Snowy
Of course, now they are working. Strange.

Of course, now they are working. Strange.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-15-2022, 11:18 AM
Replies: 222
Views: 84,359
Posted By Snowy
Where did all my pictures go? I see the...

Where did all my pictures go?

I see the image links and the images are still live, but no long show up in thread?
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-17-2021, 08:34 AM
Replies: 222
Views: 84,359
Posted By Snowy
Pics in thread #1 work for me. This converter is...

Pics in thread #1 work for me. This converter is still working perfectly in our airstream.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-23-2021, 11:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,140
Posted By Snowy
Not specifically but it’s usually simple. ...

Not specifically but it’s usually simple.

Remove mattress and you will see screws around the edge and once in a while, in the middle. Remove those and the bed top comes off. Very easy.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-30-2021, 02:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,845
Posted By Snowy
Do you have space under the bed to add batteries...

Do you have space under the bed to add batteries and the inverter?

Dual Battery Setup with Automatic Charge Relays
https://www.airforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=163107

My convoluted setup...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 01-29-2021, 11:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,818
Posted By Snowy
Battery Issues (Maybe)

The only time a maintenance free battery vents is when it’s been boiled.

You should do a load test and see how long that battery really lasts. I’d bet that while it reads ok straight after...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-26-2021, 08:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,140
Posted By Snowy
Depends how many sockets you plan to power....

Depends how many sockets you plan to power. Remember that most household wall circuits are on a 20amp fuse. Your inverter at max draw is only up in 15-18amp range on the 120v side. A 15 amp transfer...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-14-2021, 11:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,140
Posted By Snowy
Wire in an automatic transfer switch with...

Wire in an automatic transfer switch with inverter and shore power as inputs and the microwave circuit as the output. Get the best of both worlds.

Xantrex 8080915 PROwatt SW Auto Transfer Switch...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 09-21-2018, 07:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,200
Posted By Snowy
The stock use/store does not disconnect all loads.

The stock use/store does not disconnect all loads.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-21-2018, 04:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,515
Posted By Snowy
How to test water heater electrical system

Well that was easy

Water was drained.

Power was off and double checked.

Under bed, heater seen, black cover pictured

323266
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-21-2018, 12:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,515
Posted By Snowy
Thanks. Under the black cover great. Typical...

Thanks. Under the black cover great. Typical though, it's tight under there as I have some extra electronics installed
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-20-2018, 11:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,515
Posted By Snowy
This is the Atwood GE9 EXT. my understanding is...

This is the Atwood GE9 EXT. my understanding is that's it's gas and electric. I have both switches in cabin, one for propane and one for electric.

Anyone else confirm?
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-20-2018, 08:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,515
Posted By Snowy
323216 Yep, still confused. Above is outside...

323216

Yep, still confused. Above is outside pic view. I don't see any heater element.

Sorry for the thread hijack
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-20-2018, 02:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,515
Posted By Snowy
Subscribed as I just posted a question in a...

Subscribed as I just posted a question in a different thread on the location of the water heater element as I'm pretty sure that's the issue with our Atwood
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 09-20-2018, 02:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,827
Posted By Snowy
Didn't want to create a new thread so bringing...

Didn't want to create a new thread so bringing this one back to life.

I *think* the electric water heater element on our Atwood water heater has failed. This Atwood is installed on a 2016 19' FC....
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 09-15-2018, 10:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,296
Posted By Snowy
Enlarge Sink

I replaced the sink in our 19' FC. This is a link to the write up.

https://havekidwillteardrop.com/2018/02/19/trailer-customization-kitchen-renovation/

Sink was a tight fit but we love the...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 08-29-2018, 10:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,627
Posted By Snowy
The white wire that goes to vent lid switch is...

The white wire that goes to vent lid switch is the other motor wire.

White that goes to the thermostat is the gnd.
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 08-29-2018, 03:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,627
Posted By Snowy
I just did this mod. My setup was the same as you...

I just did this mod. My setup was the same as you with one white wire going to the motor and one white wire going to the thermostat. That white wire which goes to the thermostat seems to be GND. I...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 08-20-2018, 02:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,627
Posted By Snowy
Thanks from me, did this mod with ease today,...

Thanks from me, did this mod with ease today, also took me ~45 mins including reading this thread again and making the jumper wires. First fan took me 20 mins, second about 10 mins.

The fantastic...
Forum: Tires 08-15-2018, 06:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,111
Posted By Snowy
The #1 reason for tire failure is...

The #1 reason for tire failure is under-inflation.

An under inflated tire for the weight it is carrying is a recipe for disaster.

I'd rather be slightly over inflated than not.

I've...
Forum: Tires 08-13-2018, 10:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,111
Posted By Snowy
I went with the EEZTire with external sensors. ...

I went with the EEZTire with external sensors.

EEZTire Tire Pressure Monitoring System - 6 Sensors (TPMS 6) incl. 3-Year Warranty (1)...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-12-2018, 10:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,316
Posted By Snowy
We have the same issue. Water sometimes gets...

We have the same issue. Water sometimes gets inside the door in winter. We see the rust marks at the bottom but it's clearly from water inside the door. Subscribed to see if anyone has resolved this...
Forum: Tires 08-11-2018, 11:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,111
Posted By Snowy
Tire pressure for 19 ft Flying Cloud

We have almost the same trailers, ours is a 2015. I ran the GYM at 65psi cold. No issues to report. GYM are a D rated tire.

Recently upgraded to the Goodyear Endurance which is an E rated tire...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-01-2018, 09:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 821
Posted By Snowy
Personally I think it looks cool. Good story as...

Personally I think it looks cool. Good story as well but you should add that you were racing away from the largest twister you had ever seen when it happened.

Of course this input is coming from...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 07-24-2018, 02:39 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,785
Posted By Snowy
No more pump flutter - accumulator installed

Agreed on the winterizing. I'd loved to have installed it vertical to aid draining but space didn't permit.

Of course as I look at these pictures now I should have just moved the pump back...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 07-23-2018, 11:14 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,785
Posted By Snowy
Sorry Jon, no idea. I didn't notice any pressure...

Sorry Jon, no idea. I didn't notice any pressure adjustment on my pump, but I didn't really look.

If it's happening all the time something might be up with the pump and pressure switch.
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 07-23-2018, 08:35 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,785
Posted By Snowy
No more pump flutter - accumulator installed

After a recent kitchen and bathroom remodel which included new fixtures I noticed that sometimes our water pump would flutter, as in turn on then off, on then off, etc very fast cycle and noisy. I...
Forum: General Interior Topics 07-13-2018, 09:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,135
Posted By Snowy
Carbon Monoxide detector displaying 29

I've run into similar issues. Dealer changed out the propane regulator as they noted the water heater not burning clean.

Even since then the CO levels bounce up and down when we use the water...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-12-2018, 08:40 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,925
Posted By Snowy
Battery Cable Question

The two 12v are wired in parallel and then the loads (trailer & inverter) are connected in a balanced configuration. Note the red of one red/black pair goes to the positive on one battery while the...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-12-2018, 09:44 AM
Replies: 222
Views: 84,359
Posted By Snowy
Good spot on the missing cable connection from...

Good spot on the missing cable connection from converter to distribution board. No ribbon cable, no control.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-11-2018, 09:32 PM
Replies: 222
Views: 84,359
Posted By Snowy
Ok, so here are some things to try. I just...

Ok, so here are some things to try.

I just tested my PD4655.

Firstly, I do not have the wizard pendant so I am using the tiny push button which is on the 12v distribution board. You will find...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-11-2018, 08:51 PM
Replies: 222
Views: 84,359
Posted By Snowy
I don't think I can solve the problem but the...

I don't think I can solve the problem but the electrical engineer in me requests that you hook up your volt meter correctly. The black wire should plug into the common.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-11-2018, 08:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,878
Posted By Snowy
Replacement battery hold down wing nut and shaft

I hope this works. Ignore the battery type, focus on the tie down rod in the picture.

https://www.airforums.com/forums/showthread.php?p=1940295

I bought that threaded rod from Home Depot as I...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-11-2018, 08:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,878
Posted By Snowy
It's just threaded rod, stores like Home Depot,...

It's just threaded rod, stores like Home Depot, Lowes, ACE all carry it in various sizes and lengths.

Remove the one you have and match it at the store. Don't buy bare threaded rod, that will...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 07-05-2018, 10:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,257
Posted By Snowy
Here is a much longer and more detailed write up...

Here is a much longer and more detailed write up of the process.

https://havekidwillteardrop.com/2018/02/19/trailer-customization-kitchen-renovation/

This is from my wife's blog.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 07-05-2018, 05:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,257
Posted By Snowy
The wife wanted to brighten up our 19' Flying...

The wife wanted to brighten up our 19' Flying Cloud and found a website called colorcopper which has all the information on the styles and process.

It's a thin layer of etched copper stuck down...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 07-04-2018, 11:07 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,257
Posted By Snowy
315919 Epoxy sealed copper

315919

Epoxy sealed copper
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-30-2018, 08:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,903
Posted By Snowy
Battery and USB Advice Please

USB ports should not burn out.

What are you connecting to them?

Is the cable USB-IF logo certified or something else? If it's certified the logo should be printed on it or on the packaging it...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-28-2018, 10:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,355
Posted By Snowy
The Xantrax proWatt 1000 is about the same size...

The Xantrax proWatt 1000 is about the same size of the WFCO one, a little under 12" x 8" x 4"
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 05-14-2018, 11:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,383
Posted By Snowy
LED spot light remote controlled dimmer...

LED spot light remote controlled dimmer modification

https://www.airforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=164989

My solution.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-13-2018, 05:06 PM
Replies: 222
Views: 84,359
Posted By Snowy
I assume you are talking about the white...

I assume you are talking about the white "negative" wires on the top right.

As others have said, the conv and batt terminals are connected on the PCB so it doesn't really matter which is which....
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 04-30-2018, 08:57 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,635
Posted By Snowy
12.6 volts is fully charged. A battery like these...

12.6 volts is fully charged. A battery like these is made up of six cells, each at 2.1 volts.

Other voltages reflect a post charge and float voltage which is short lived.

As others have said,...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-29-2018, 07:50 PM
Replies: 222
Views: 84,359
Posted By Snowy
I would start debug at the use/store switch.

I would start debug at the use/store switch.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-18-2018, 01:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,105
Posted By Snowy
Inverter upgrade and behavior

You need to do some more debug to work out were the power stops. It sounds to me like the issues revolve around the reuse of the Parallax. Sounds like the Parallax needs DC to operate which is why...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-21-2018, 02:56 PM
Replies: 222
Views: 84,359
Posted By Snowy
Yes on the 12v wires. Just move all two spots to...

Yes on the 12v wires. Just move all two spots to the right.

Looking at the picture of the 110v breakers, the 3rd breaker is the 2nd 20amp which is your converter. I now believe with more...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-19-2018, 07:20 PM
Replies: 222
Views: 84,359
Posted By Snowy
I hope this is not the case but double check the...

I hope this is not the case but double check the black and white wires connected to the top of the 12v board and ensure they are the low voltage 12v wires and not the 110v wires.

Shift the 12v...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-05-2018, 11:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,563
Posted By Snowy
Late to the race. You can create two...

Late to the race.

You can create two separate banks which charge together but discharge separately using an automatic charge relay.

Dual Battery Setup with Automatic Charge Relays
...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 03-05-2018, 09:07 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,460
Posted By Snowy
https://havekidwillteardrop.com/2018/02/19/trailer...

https://havekidwillteardrop.com/2018/02/19/trailer-customization-kitchen-renovation/#more-17278

Above is a link to the full write up of the remodel
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 03-05-2018, 09:03 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,460
Posted By Snowy
If you are talking about the side and rear trim...

If you are talking about the side and rear trim (not front) that comes direct from an airstream dealer. I don't have the part number and it took our local dealer 2 attempts to order me the right...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 01-12-2018, 06:17 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,460
Posted By Snowy
Yep, that's what the color copper company said....

Yep, that's what the color copper company said. It's under 1/8" of epoxy. Pretty bullet proof.

I'd have loved to use the 24 gauge AND epoxy but that would have tripled the cost of the copper...
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