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Forum: Audio, Video & TV 03-13-2017, 11:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,125
Posted By acstokes
Our company, RV Rearview Camera Systems, sells a...

Our company, RV Rearview Camera Systems, sells a wireless camera system that addresses all the concerns expressed here as well as includes instructions regarding how to install the camera inside if...
Forum: On The Road... 09-02-2016, 08:06 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,025
Posted By acstokes
Tom, Click on the RV Rearview Camera...

Tom,

Click on the RV Rearview Camera Systems, LLC link below my name and you will be taken to our website.

Thanks for your interest in our system.
Forum: On The Road... 08-06-2016, 06:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,025
Posted By acstokes
Robert, Sorry, but we've tested many cameras...

Robert,

Sorry, but we've tested many cameras and found the one we use to work the best and be the best quality at a reasonable price. I understand and appreciate that smaller may be less...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 07-20-2016, 12:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,966
Posted By acstokes
mixedpuppy, I believe you'll be pleased with...

mixedpuppy,

I believe you'll be pleased with the flexible panels. I installed 5-120 watt panels purchased from Discount Solar about 2 years ago and have been very pleased with their performance....
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-14-2016, 10:39 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 74,098
Posted By acstokes
My panels were manufactured by Sun Power. I...

My panels were manufactured by Sun Power. I attached them with 3M VHB tape. Considered using SikaFlex 221 around the edges as well, but didn't. So far after two years the VHB has held up just fine.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-13-2016, 11:19 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 74,098
Posted By acstokes
The two batteries I installed are Lifeline 6v...

The two batteries I installed are Lifeline 6v GPL-6CT. The first pic here shows 3 120 panels. I later installed 2 more toward the rear of my trailer. The second pic just shows how I used the refer...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 05-13-2016, 10:58 AM
Replies: 462
Views: 90,969
Posted By acstokes
Don't forget that your smartphone has excellent...

Don't forget that your smartphone has excellent quality HD imaging when used in combination with a high quality camera. Image latency doesn't have to be a problem.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-13-2016, 10:48 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 74,098
Posted By acstokes
About two years ago I installed 5-120 watt...

About two years ago I installed 5-120 watt flexible panels on my 30' Classic. Despite all the negative comments I've read here, I've been completely satisfied with mine. In addition to the 600 watts...
Forum: On The Road... 01-01-2016, 05:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,114
Posted By acstokes
Check out Land Yacht Harbor, a predominantly...

Check out Land Yacht Harbor, a predominantly Airstream park in Melbourne. I believe you can be as young as 50. You can't have pets, however.



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Forum: 2011 - 2015 International 12-22-2015, 05:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,368
Posted By acstokes
Sharktooth, My company markets a wireless...

Sharktooth,

My company markets a wireless rearview camera that uses your smartphone (either iPhone or Android) for display. Our system has a 5-star Amazon rating and many other positive...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-21-2015, 02:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,495
Posted By acstokes
Bill, It should be mounted below the center...

Bill,

It should be mounted below the center clearance light to avoid the red glare.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-11-2015, 08:31 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 16,875
Posted By acstokes
Bruce, I can empathize with your clearance...

Bruce,

I can empathize with your clearance light dilemma and can offer a few suggestions based on my own experience. As you are finding, the lenses tend to get brittle with age and the tabs easily...
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-11-2015, 07:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,442
Posted By acstokes
Richard, This may also be a little late for...

Richard,

This may also be a little late for you, but maybe not for others considering a rear view camera for their Airstream. Our rearview camera system, like the Voyager, is also wireless and...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 12-11-2015, 09:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,266
Posted By acstokes
Caroyl, This differs from the Power Max...

Caroyl,

This differs from the Power Max Boondocker model I pointed you to earlier in that it is not a plug-in charger/converter, but is hardwired to 120vAC. It may very well be what you're looking...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 12-10-2015, 05:53 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,266
Posted By acstokes
Caroyl, Some popular, inexpensive 4-stage...

Caroyl,

Some popular, inexpensive 4-stage converters are the Power Max Boondocker PM4B series charger/converters sold by Best Converters.

Here's a link: Powermax Boondocker Converters...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-09-2015, 11:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,761
Posted By acstokes
Probably father to son advice!

Probably father to son advice!
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-09-2015, 09:35 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,761
Posted By acstokes
Another observation. You didn't say what size...

Another observation. You didn't say what size solar system you have, but you should be receiving enough solar power to keep your batteries charged (assuming your trailer is exposed to sunlight and...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 12-08-2015, 09:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,266
Posted By acstokes
Caroyl, We're missing a lot of important...

Caroyl,

We're missing a lot of important information here starting with what are your solar needs and goals? This needs to be determined upfront so that your system and components can be...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 12-08-2015, 05:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,266
Posted By acstokes
I agree that "fat" wires are important, but you...

I agree that "fat" wires are important, but you may be able to have shorter wire runs and be able to use 6 or 8 awg instead. While your trailer is gutted is a good time to run shorter wire than is...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 12-08-2015, 05:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,396
Posted By acstokes
I agree you should not let Jackson Center or any...

I agree you should not let Jackson Center or any other Airstream dealer do your solar. Take it to someone who specializes in RV solar systems such as Lew. I did my 600 watt installation myself, but I...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-06-2015, 04:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,681
Posted By acstokes
Thanks, Lew & idroba for the thorough...

Thanks, Lew & idroba for the thorough explanation. I have a WFCO 1000 watt pure sine inverter and experienced the same problems idroba described.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-05-2015, 07:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,681
Posted By acstokes
The transfer switch in my '09 30' RB Classic is...

The transfer switch in my '09 30' RB Classic is located inside the rear storage compartment on the street side inside a small compartment. My front 30 amp receptacle wasn't working so I figured it...
Forum: On The Road... 11-18-2015, 05:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,025
Posted By acstokes
Gillpine, My company sells a wireless...

Gillpine,

My company sells a wireless rearview camera system that uses your smartphone...either iPhone or Android...to see what's behind while driving or backing. We have a 5 star Amazon ranking...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 10-31-2015, 06:00 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 12,213
Posted By acstokes
Two Lifeline GPL-6CT AGM batteries will give you...

Two Lifeline GPL-6CT AGM batteries will give you 300 a.h. for the same footprint as the Trojans.
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 10-31-2015, 06:51 AM
Replies: 462
Views: 90,969
Posted By acstokes
Caroyl, I provided a more in depth reply in...

Caroyl,

I provided a more in depth reply in my response to your email, but just to summarize here, only smartphones have the processor speed needed to provide a low latency (lag time) real time...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 10-29-2015, 04:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,284
Posted By acstokes
The WeBoost Drive 4G-X comes with the magnetic...

The WeBoost Drive 4G-X comes with the magnetic antenna. Did you replace it with the YAGI?
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 10-29-2015, 09:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,284
Posted By acstokes
BoldAdventure, The pic you posted didn't...

BoldAdventure,

The pic you posted didn't come out. Could you re-post it please.

Without seeing your picture, did you install a cellular booster or WiFi antenna? A WiFi antenna will benefit from...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 10-29-2015, 09:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,749
Posted By acstokes
For us, this is one of the biggest advantages of...

For us, this is one of the biggest advantages of 600 watts of solar and 2 Lifeline 6v AGM batteries (300 ah.) wired in series. We can run the furnace all night, deplete the batteries by about 20%,...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-29-2015, 09:15 AM
Replies: 563
Views: 60,312
Posted By acstokes
This was our first Alumalina and I can attest it...

This was our first Alumalina and I can attest it was the best rally/convergence we've ever attended...and John (sandlapper) deserves accolades more than anyone (although there were many others behind...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 10-22-2015, 07:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,409
Posted By acstokes
Bold, How did you route your antenna cable...

Bold,

How did you route your antenna cable to the Drive 4G-X inside? Did you use the refrigerator vent?

Thanks.
Forum: On The Road... 10-19-2015, 08:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 972
Posted By acstokes
I agree with the above recommendations, but you...

I agree with the above recommendations, but you should have made reservations about one year in advance. You may find a cancellation, but these usually come at the last minute and you'll be lucky to...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 10-19-2015, 08:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,020
Posted By acstokes
I have a 2009 Classic and my rear LEDs were...

I have a 2009 Classic and my rear LEDs were burning out. While replacing them I found moisture had gotten inside the lenses. Apparently in 2009 there wasn't much effort placed on sealing the lense...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 10-19-2015, 07:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,329
Posted By acstokes
Boat anchors are always heavy!!

Boat anchors are always heavy!!
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 10-16-2015, 12:20 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 38,269
Posted By acstokes
Lewster, Thank you for this advice. I had not...

Lewster,
Thank you for this advice. I had not considered using spade connectors to maintain wire size to/from the controller. I have been using terminal blocks before and after the controller to...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 10-15-2015, 07:06 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 38,269
Posted By acstokes
Maybe someone can answer this question that's...

Maybe someone can answer this question that's been puzzling me:

I'm no solar guru, but I've installed 2 systems of my own, one was 360 watts and the other 600 watts. The inverters were 1000 watts...
Forum: Rock Guards, Segment & Window Protectors 08-14-2015, 06:45 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 15,151
Posted By acstokes
I got a star-shaped crack in one of mine. It was...

I got a star-shaped crack in one of mine. It was repaired by a mobile windshield repair guy and my insurance paid for it. Your's may be too large large for such a repair.
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 08-14-2015, 05:59 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,271
Posted By acstokes
Harry, I have a ScanGauge II. Does your app...

Harry,

I have a ScanGauge II. Does your app monitor engine oil temp (EOT), engine coolant temp (ECT), and transmission fluid temp (TFT)? If so, I assume I can replace my SCII with your app and a...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 08-08-2015, 06:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,593
Posted By acstokes
My F-250 Super Duty's OEM controller works fine...

My F-250 Super Duty's OEM controller works fine for my 2009 Classic w/electric over discs.
Forum: On The Road... 08-08-2015, 05:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,433
Posted By acstokes
The Camden area is very nice, but expensive and...

The Camden area is very nice, but expensive and touristy. Not knowing your budget, you may want to spend a day in Camden but actually stay at a campground such as Searsport Shores about 25 miles...
Forum: Refrigerators 08-04-2015, 11:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,391
Posted By acstokes
I tried it. I couldn't tell that it worked any...

I tried it. I couldn't tell that it worked any better than the OEM ones that you slide up and down on the fin. I can't recommend it.
Forum: On The Road... 08-04-2015, 07:15 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,733
Posted By acstokes
Pappy19, Just wondering what you mean...

Pappy19,



Just wondering what you mean by outrageous and no comparison anywhere in the U.S.?
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-29-2015, 08:27 AM
Replies: 1,140
Views: 177,380
Posted By acstokes
Hi all, Equalizer just published a new...

Hi all,

Equalizer just published a new Youtube video yesterday. Does a really good job of explaining how to adjust your TV and TT setup.

...
Forum: On The Road... 07-27-2015, 10:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,802
Posted By acstokes
I live in Searsport, ME on US Rt. 1 about 20...

I live in Searsport, ME on US Rt. 1 about 20 miles north of Camden. It's been a long time since I drove the stretch you're asking about, but traffic and road conditions will not be a problem. I'll be...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-26-2015, 06:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,622
Posted By acstokes
Be prepared that the batteries may be discharged...

Be prepared that the batteries may be discharged depending upon whether he's kept the EB plugged into a 30 amp receptacle or just let it sit under his garage. Also, if he's kept it garaged, the solar...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 07-26-2015, 10:15 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 19,712
Posted By acstokes
I'm thinking during install the sensor was stuck...

I'm thinking during install the sensor was stuck on the side of the grey tank without regard for where the actual waterline was. The only reason I can think the delta continues to increase would be...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-26-2015, 10:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,483
Posted By acstokes
I've run 14 ga. romex from my inverter in the...

I've run 14 ga. romex from my inverter in the front of my trailer to an additional transfer switch in the rear compartment. An automatic transfer switch normally switches between shore power and...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-17-2015, 06:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,048
Posted By acstokes
First some basics: Assuming you're beginning...

First some basics:
Assuming you're beginning with the frig (refer) on Auto and plugged into shore power, the frig will default to using the heating element. If unplugged from shore power the refer...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 07-17-2015, 06:14 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,399
Posted By acstokes
There's no truss but the metal's thick enough...

There's no truss but the metal's thick enough that #10 SS sheet metal screws will hold the camera and mount in place. You can also use some adhesive such as Sikaflex 221 if still concerned.

Here's...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 06-24-2015, 09:36 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 34,754
Posted By acstokes
When you get my age it's a lot easier to lift 46...

When you get my age it's a lot easier to lift 46 lbs. twice than 78 lbs. once!



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Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-09-2015, 09:48 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 28,079
Posted By acstokes
I don't doubt that. What I'm saying is whether...

I don't doubt that. What I'm saying is whether the batteries are charged in Store mode or not depends upon which side of the disconnect switch the converter is wired.
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