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Forum: On The Road... 01-04-2024, 05:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,957
Posted By Pencilpusher
We stayed at Indian Island County park last...

We stayed at Indian Island County park last summer. Very nice campground and would stay there again. Somewhat in the middle of Long Island but it was a nice, clean, quiet park.
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 08-20-2021, 08:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,862
Posted By Pencilpusher
Most of the newer tow vehicles have a separate...

Most of the newer tow vehicles have a separate fuse for running lights. Consult the owner manual for your TV to identify the exact fuse. Normally it is a 5 amp fuse in the engine compartment.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 05-26-2021, 01:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,349
Posted By Pencilpusher
I have also camped in 100+ degree weather in...

I have also camped in 100+ degree weather in Texas during the summer. No problem cooling my 27’ International to low 70’s with 2 AC units. As noted above it may take a couple hours to get it there...
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 05-16-2021, 07:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,027
Posted By Pencilpusher
I just had this same issue with my shower fan. ...

I just had this same issue with my shower fan. The foam weatherstripping came loose and became tangled in the fan which ultimately burned out the motor. At first I also thought it was the switch...
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-07-2020, 08:29 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 17,195
Posted By Pencilpusher
I had the same problem on my 2018 27FB with the...

I had the same problem on my 2018 27FB with the queen bed. My dealer told me they see this all the time and it is a design flaw as there are no supporting struts around the door which makes the...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-12-2019, 06:49 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,453
Posted By Pencilpusher
Hi: You may be completely correct in how small...

Hi:
You may be completely correct in how small the risk is by having AGM's inside the trailer. What you are not factoring in is how hot is inside the trailer (the hotter it is the more likely an...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-11-2019, 10:45 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,453
Posted By Pencilpusher
I would not put AGM batteries inside my trailer. ...

I would not put AGM batteries inside my trailer. They do vent and the hydrogen gas is very explosive. How likely they are to vent is unknown and I know many folks have done it for years. I believe...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 08-25-2019, 08:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 14,400
Posted By Pencilpusher
This usually means your Atwood circuit board for...

This usually means your Atwood circuit board for the hot water heater has gone bad. There are numerous threads on the forum discussing this issue. Replace with a Dinosaur brand circuit board and...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-11-2018, 07:55 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,699
Posted By Pencilpusher
I recently moved 3 Battle Born lithium batteries...

I recently moved 3 Battle Born lithium batteries under the bed of my 27 FB. I built a new tray by taking 1/2" plywood to put on top of the floor. I then cut 1" X 2" strips to mold around where the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-06-2018, 12:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,624
Posted By Pencilpusher
Bill: I just finished doing this on my 2018...

Bill:
I just finished doing this on my 2018 27' FB. I removed my 2 stock batteries from the standard battery compartment and replaced them with 3 lithiums under the bed. I had to pull the 4 and 6...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-30-2018, 01:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,690
Posted By Pencilpusher
The coaxial cable you are referring to is a...

The coaxial cable you are referring to is a connection to the satellite input on the side of your trailer. You would connect the coaxial cable to a satellite receiver and you would have to install a...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-28-2018, 08:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,105
Posted By Pencilpusher
The AC panel is located at the bottom of the...

The AC panel is located at the bottom of the pantry cabinet. There is a black face plate covering the circuit breakers.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-28-2018, 12:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,114
Posted By Pencilpusher
Eric's lithium and solar install

I recently completed the replacement of my two stock Group 24 Interstate batteries with three 100ah Battle Born batteries. I was finally ready to upgrade from the stock batteries which seem to be an...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-27-2018, 03:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,105
Posted By Pencilpusher
I finally located the use/store relay on my...

I finally located the use/store relay on my Airstream. It is actually attached to the back of the AC panel where the converter is located. I checked all the connections and it appears the red wire...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-20-2018, 09:50 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,105
Posted By Pencilpusher
Just to give everyone an update Jackson Center...

Just to give everyone an update Jackson Center has informed me the relay switch is behind the AC breaker panel. I will give an update once I actually locate it and test it. Thanks for all the...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-18-2018, 02:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,105
Posted By Pencilpusher
I have the wiring diagram from my owners manual...

I have the wiring diagram from my owners manual that shows the relay in the schematic. But the schematic does not show the actual location of the relay. I am going to call Jackson Center on Monday....
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-17-2018, 04:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,105
Posted By Pencilpusher
The picture you see is exactly what was under the...

The picture you see is exactly what was under the bed. Nothing was removed from under the bed. It seems Airstream moves the relay around in any given model year.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-17-2018, 02:01 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,105
Posted By Pencilpusher
I removed the entire bed top as I placed my new...

I removed the entire bed top as I placed my new batteries there. The front right of the trailer has the inverter and the 12VDC distribution box. Nothing else there. See picture attached.328069
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-17-2018, 12:46 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,105
Posted By Pencilpusher
Store/use switch not working

I just replaced my Group 24 Interstates with lithium batteries and added a battery disconnect switch. I also replaced the stock converter with a Progressive Dynamics 9160L for lithium batteries, as...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 09-12-2018, 07:22 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,672
Posted By Pencilpusher
Mike: Regarding your wiring diagram, the...

Mike:

Regarding your wiring diagram, the stock Airstream wiring has a 100 amp terminal post fuse on the 4ga positive wire leading to the inverter. It is also my understanding that the positive...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 09-06-2018, 08:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,022
Posted By Pencilpusher
I can run both AC's on my 2018 Interstate with ES...

I can run both AC's on my 2018 Interstate with ES on 30 amps, no issues. I can also run them both when hooked up to both Honda 2200 generators running on propane as well.
Forum: On The Road... 09-03-2018, 07:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,194
Posted By Pencilpusher
Hi: We have spent a lot of time in Big Bend....

Hi:

We have spent a lot of time in Big Bend. Huge park. There are no hookups in the park and I last time I checked they did not allow generators. They are in the midst of a severe drought and...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 09-01-2018, 07:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,488
Posted By Pencilpusher
My 2018 International Serenity has a deck mounted...

My 2018 International Serenity has a deck mounted converter, the WFCO 9855. The PD 9100L should work just fine when I upgrade to lithiums later this year.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 09-01-2018, 10:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,488
Posted By Pencilpusher
If you are not ready to go to an...

If you are not ready to go to an inverter/charger, Progressive Dynamics also has a 9100L series converter made specifically for lithium batteries. Output is a constant 14.6 VDC.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 08-28-2018, 04:41 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 14,694
Posted By Pencilpusher
I run two Honda 2200 generators off the propane...

I run two Honda 2200 generators off the propane port on my Airstream. 1/4" quick connect fitting at the trailer with a 1/2" propane hose that is 20 feet long with a tee at the end with 3/8" quick...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-27-2018, 07:26 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 12,058
Posted By Pencilpusher
Your WFCO inverter may have pass through...

Your WFCO inverter may have pass through capability depending on the model. You should look up the exact model number as the newer WFCO inverters in Airstreams do have pass through capabilities. ...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-25-2018, 03:09 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,557
Posted By Pencilpusher
I have the Pathway X1. Works great with cabling...

I have the Pathway X1. Works great with cabling up to 125 feet. Trees are still a problem especially with satellite 129 which carries the HD channels. Sat 129 is fairly low on the horizon and I...
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-25-2018, 10:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,075
Posted By Pencilpusher
I bought my 2018 27 FB International Serenity...

I bought my 2018 27 FB International Serenity from Camper Clinic in Buda, TX back in January. I have had a few service items which they easily repaired. Biggest problem is wait list to get an...
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