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Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-15-2009, 12:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,364
Posted By kennytheecat
IS there such a thing as a "stronger" voltage...

IS there such a thing as a "stronger" voltage regultor? I installed a new regulator yesterday because I wasnt getting any voltage from the old regulator. So those numbers I previously gave were the...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-15-2009, 02:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,364
Posted By kennytheecat
The batteries are fully charged. It is a 60 amp...

The batteries are fully charged. It is a 60 amp alternator with an external regulator.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-14-2009, 07:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,364
Posted By kennytheecat
Alternator Overcharging?

I have a 1982 diesel Airstream motorhome.

The volt gauge was showing high numbers like 18 volts. So i hooked up a voltmeter directly to the batteries and it seems that the guage is off by 2 volts....
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 05-04-2009, 12:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,234
Posted By kennytheecat
Radiator Repair

I was screwing the temp sensor into my radiator and put too much pressure on it and now have a hole in my radiator about the size of a quarter.

I was going to try JB weld, but thought I would see...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-21-2009, 06:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,502
Posted By kennytheecat
bump

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Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-20-2009, 08:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,502
Posted By kennytheecat
Battery, Solenoid, Isolator Setup

My motorhome is setup differently than the manual describes. Is there a reason why the PO would have chose to set it up this way? Should I hook them up according to the manual?

The red text is...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-20-2009, 06:52 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 982
Posted By kennytheecat
Tachometer is quirky

My tachometer needle is bouncing up and down. It goes from 1 to 9 every second. It used to stay consistent. What does that mean?

Should I check anything?
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-17-2009, 05:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,699
Posted By kennytheecat
Fusible Links

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Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 04-17-2009, 05:32 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 12,489
Posted By kennytheecat
I was and am (need to put the newly learned...

I was and am (need to put the newly learned knowledge to use) the same problems as CK. Reading all pages was like looking in a mirror. I thought I was crazy and it was nice to know I wasnt alone. But...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-17-2009, 05:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,867
Posted By kennytheecat
I found a previous post from someone one who is...

I found a previous post from someone one who is having my problems exactly that has 8 pages of responses. (https://www.airforums.com/forums/f159/turn-the-key-and-nothing-happens-21185.html) No power...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-17-2009, 03:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,867
Posted By kennytheecat
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Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-17-2009, 02:55 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,867
Posted By kennytheecat
Distribution Panel

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1. Batteries
2. Battery Solenoid
3. Starter
4. Ammeter
5. Solenoid
6. Voltage Regulator...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-16-2009, 12:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 26,668
Posted By kennytheecat
Thanks for all the input. I thought I was going...

Thanks for all the input. I thought I was going crazy. In my airstream manual there is a schematic of the instrument panel and it has a gauge labeled "Amp Meter". Another page has a schematic...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-14-2009, 06:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 26,668
Posted By kennytheecat
Ammeter Vs Ampmeter

Working on my instrument panel and would like to know what is the difference between an ammeter or ampmeter?
Forum: Awnings 04-06-2009, 05:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,494
Posted By kennytheecat
The spring was fine. All I had to do was rewind...

The spring was fine. All I had to do was rewind it. I don't know why the PO didnt have it wound. Maybe I will find out! But as of yet the awning works great.
Forum: Shocks 04-01-2009, 02:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,084
Posted By kennytheecat
Any recommendations for new shocks?

Any recommendations for new shocks?
Forum: Shocks 03-31-2009, 03:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,084
Posted By kennytheecat
The motorhome is 28 feet and the max weight is...

The motorhome is 28 feet and the max weight is 14,500 lbs and we ride that line pretty close.

Thanks for the phone number on the other post and your response to this one.
Forum: Shocks 03-31-2009, 03:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,084
Posted By kennytheecat
Do I Need to Replace These Magnum Shocks?

On our 1982 motorhome are Gas Magnum Shocks # 34817 (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000C59KQS). I do not know how long they have been on there. Our ride is bumpy and jarring, but I just assumed...
Forum: Awnings 03-31-2009, 02:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,494
Posted By kennytheecat
Zip Dee Awning Will Not Retract

The awning that came with the airstream we bought has never retracted since we got it. I still use it, but when we need to roll it back I do it all by hand. And now I would like to get to work on...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-28-2009, 02:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,903
Posted By kennytheecat
sweet! a repair kit! thanks. I have an 1982...

sweet! a repair kit! thanks.

I have an 1982 28' airstream motorhome
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 03-28-2009, 02:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,903
Posted By kennytheecat
Thetford Valve Repair

My waste tank was slowly leaking and I didn't know the cause but since I was out in the desert, I thought I would take care of it when I dumped. When I dumped, I thought succesfully, the moniter said...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-12-2009, 12:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,293
Posted By kennytheecat
Solar Panels and Refrigerators

I have been give some 2 solar panels and accesories. I would like to know if they can keep my refrigerator running while dry camping.
Is the refrigerator always "on" or does it turn on and off just...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-22-2008, 10:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,891
Posted By kennytheecat
What we did was to trace all the regulator and...

What we did was to trace all the regulator and alternator wires out and fixed any previous-owner wiring snafus. We found color coding changes hiding under electrician's tape and such....
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-22-2008, 04:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,891
Posted By kennytheecat
Thanks for all the help. We got it figured out....

Thanks for all the help. We got it figured out. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

One more question,
What rpm does your engine idle at?
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-20-2008, 05:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,891
Posted By kennytheecat
sorry Tom. No tone was intended. I and my father...

sorry Tom. No tone was intended. I and my father in law (we) thought it was along shot for someone to help us with this problem, but would give it a try and so far the responses have been great. ...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-20-2008, 05:17 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,891
Posted By kennytheecat
We have bought a brand new teleflex tach to...

We have bought a brand new teleflex tach to replace the one that blew due to an unrelated issue.

What we to know is where the tach send post gets it pulse. Is it from the field stator, regulator,...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-20-2008, 01:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,891
Posted By kennytheecat
we have run it without the tach for almost a...

we have run it without the tach for almost a year. We bought a new one a few weeks ago and want to set it up right. spent many days be obnoxious as a kid in dead horse.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-20-2008, 12:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,891
Posted By kennytheecat
Mike - Thanks for the offer to help. But i am...

Mike - Thanks for the offer to help. But i am hoping we will be heading south as well this week. I saw your pics about Flagstaff. I was raised in Cottonwood.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-20-2008, 12:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,891
Posted By kennytheecat
so it's pulse. awesome. what post of the...

so it's pulse. awesome. what post of the regulator does the wire that feeds the tach come off of?
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-20-2008, 12:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,891
Posted By kennytheecat
we are going to tinker around with it. I will let...

we are going to tinker around with it. I will let you know our progress.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-20-2008, 11:25 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,891
Posted By kennytheecat
The tach is blown. so I bought a new tach and I...

The tach is blown. so I bought a new tach and I want to wire it correctly. What caused it to blow? Too much voltage. The regulator was wired wring as was the alternator. Just a mess.
what should I...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-20-2008, 11:03 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,891
Posted By kennytheecat
A wiring nightmare

I have a wiring mess that I would like to get straight. Bought a 82 Airstream Motorhome with an isuzu engine last year and came with an electrical system made of inconsistent colored wires connected...
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