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Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 01-16-2023, 06:23 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 11,216
Posted By ronderful
I've read that they should not be stored at 100%...

I've read that they should not be stored at 100% SOC but at about 80%. Perhaps the batteries are doing just that ; adjusting the voltage after a few days to the correct state for long term storage.
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 01-15-2023, 06:56 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 11,216
Posted By ronderful
Battleborn batteries will be at 75-80 percent SOC...

Battleborn batteries will be at 75-80 percent SOC at 6 months if stored at the recommended temperature according there interweb site. All batteries exhibit back EMF or self discharge and smart...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-17-2022, 06:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,254
Posted By ronderful
I use a 5A battery tender when in storage....

I use a 5A battery tender when in storage. Original batteries in a 2016 27FB. Battery condition still excellent. I have perko switch to remove all loads and monitor SOC with a Victron meter. ...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-12-2022, 05:29 AM
Replies: 753
Views: 107,718
Posted By ronderful
Actually it was several years. All OEMs...

Actually it was several years. All OEMs participated in writing the standards through SAE in order to defuse some of the ah irregularities going on in the tow wars. BTW marketing and the in house...
Forum: On The Road... 06-05-2022, 12:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,855
Posted By ronderful
Lots of good advice here but as a resident of...

Lots of good advice here but as a resident of Grand Rapids and a natural born yooper I have to mention the best small town in America: Marquette. The most bike and ski friendly place in Michigan...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-02-2021, 05:34 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,992
Posted By ronderful
Whenever these discussions come up I think of a...

Whenever these discussions come up I think of a customer my father had who pulled a huge trailer from the Canadian border to Florida and back every year. He used a 1973 Mercury Marquis with a 460...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-13-2021, 03:39 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 9,569
Posted By ronderful
It has likely already been said but two wheel...

It has likely already been said but two wheel drive has greater payload, less weight empty, and a lower roll center for improved handling. There are a lot of reasons for not having 4wd even here in...
Forum: On The Road... 03-05-2021, 04:56 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,936
Posted By ronderful
I happened to look at Brent futures this morning...

I happened to look at Brent futures this morning and Goldman is projecting $80 a barrel by midsummer. I'm guessing thats another buck a gallon. However I agree that for folks like us it's not...
Forum: On The Road... 02-25-2021, 04:13 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,588
Posted By ronderful
I should have waited until after I read this...

I should have waited until after I read this thread before I sat down for peanut butter on toast. Silly me.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-02-2021, 03:48 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 12,729
Posted By ronderful
The methodology used to determine tow ratings is...

The methodology used to determine tow ratings is entirely up to the manufacturer and has been arbitrary. At the moment all light trucks sold in North America are evaluated according to SAE (Society...
Forum: On The Road... 11-27-2020, 06:27 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 10,746
Posted By ronderful
The OEM track bar rod ends have too much...

The OEM track bar rod ends have too much compliance. Actually the front suspension has been engineered for minimum ride harshness and an important part of that is lateral compliance. The steering...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-20-2019, 04:17 AM
Replies: 172
Views: 27,831
Posted By ronderful
Somebody on this mile long post may have...

Somebody on this mile long post may have mentioned this already but "death wobble" is a feature of all solid steer axle designs. Many things can cause it generally having to do with stuff getting a...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 01-06-2019, 11:17 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 19,167
Posted By ronderful
Airbags can bemore than a bandaid.

I'm a firm believer in using a weight distribution hitch when towing loads as indicated by the owners manual. However, airbags do have one legitimate use: increasing spring rates to reduce roll...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 12-23-2018, 04:19 AM
Replies: 168
Views: 29,868
Posted By ronderful
FYI The age the rear view mirror is almost over....

FYI The age the rear view mirror is almost over. Automakers have petitioned the Feds to allow substituting cameras. GM is offering them in place of tow mirrors on some future trucks.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 12-09-2018, 05:50 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,736
Posted By ronderful
I agree; all consumer products are engineered...

I agree; all consumer products are engineered with a particular consumer in mind. Light pickups are primarily engineered to be family vehicles and ride is very important because most are used to...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-05-2018, 03:46 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 13,076
Posted By ronderful
I've read here that some are hopeful that trailer...

I've read here that some are hopeful that trailer mirrors will be offered in the future; dont hold your breathe. They are not offered because of the fuel economy impact on light trucks which effects...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-25-2018, 05:26 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 13,076
Posted By ronderful
I’d like to do the same to mine

I’d like to do the same to mine
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-25-2018, 03:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 13,076
Posted By ronderful
Quite sometime ago I commented on another topic...

Quite sometime ago I commented on another topic that Rear view cameras were inevitable because of the mpg hit. Automakers are spending billions to save a couple of mpg. The future is here.
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 08-18-2018, 01:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,314
Posted By ronderful
This may be way late but the Tundra has an...

This may be way late but the Tundra has an electronic trailer sway control feature. I don't know how it works but that may explain what you felt.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 06-16-2018, 05:23 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 9,650
Posted By ronderful
Technically I think that's right. And due...

Technically I think that's right. And due diligence is prudent. Of course nothing but the grace of God will protect the trailer from close proximity lightening strike.
Forum: Our Community 05-22-2018, 04:45 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 25,639
Posted By ronderful
The smell that some of you have referred to is...

The smell that some of you have referred to is formaldehyde. Airstream does not use it. BTW Harleys are not "inferior". I don't own one anymore but with ABS Brembo brakes, oil cooled heads, and...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-27-2018, 04:17 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,569
Posted By ronderful
If the batteries in the trailer are charged then...

If the batteries in the trailer are charged then the potential seen on the other side of the 30a fuse by the voltage regulator will be no more than slightly high than the wet cell battery in the...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-19-2018, 02:27 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 74,208
Posted By ronderful
Btw, If you folks would like to get an idea...

Btw, If you folks would like to get an idea about what happens if you full field an automotive alternator for hours on end I suggest you do a search for alternator fire, They are not designed for...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-19-2018, 01:34 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 74,208
Posted By ronderful
Automotive alternators do not output full current...

Automotive alternators do not output full current at idle. Current output is typically checked at or above 1500 rpm, It has been this way since Chrysler first introduced them in the 60s, It has...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-19-2018, 12:42 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,216
Posted By ronderful
After a great deal of research i have l...

After a great deal of research i have l concluded. That no one sells a "converter" that will maintain a set of lifeline AGM batteries to manufacturers specifications. A disconnect and separate...
Forum: Airstream "In the News" 04-12-2018, 11:16 AM
Replies: 631
Views: 122,696
Posted By ronderful
Ok , I'm in.

Ok , I'm in.
Forum: Airstream "In the News" 04-12-2018, 05:35 AM
Replies: 631
Views: 122,696
Posted By ronderful
If I happened to be an outsider to what would I...

If I happened to be an outsider to what would I think about airstreamers if I tripped across this?
Forum: Airstream "In the News" 04-07-2018, 03:06 AM
Replies: 631
Views: 122,696
Posted By ronderful
Social media can sure bring out the worst in...

Social media can sure bring out the worst in people.
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 03-20-2018, 02:34 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,685
Posted By ronderful
volume control for the wife and kids.

volume control for the wife and kids.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-06-2018, 05:27 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,419
Posted By ronderful
older toyota engines had timing belts. Toyota...

older toyota engines had timing belts. Toyota has begun releasing to production the new generation of high efficiency power trains. I don't know if there is a new engine slated for future full...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-02-2018, 01:40 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,419
Posted By ronderful
Can't say much except we have a Blue Ox and it it...

Can't say much except we have a Blue Ox and it it works great. Dealer mentioned that they are becoming very popular.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-02-2018, 01:33 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,419
Posted By ronderful
I'm with you there. Wish I had one. Once upon a...

I'm with you there. Wish I had one. Once upon a time I had to choose between a split window and school. I went to school. Still not sure I made the right choice.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-01-2018, 06:05 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,419
Posted By ronderful
Actually Suburban are built in three plants one...

Actually Suburban are built in three plants one of which is in Mexico. Tundras are built in Texas.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-01-2018, 02:49 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,419
Posted By ronderful
The tow rating has changed because it is being...

The tow rating has changed because it is being measured against the SAE standard now. There is no actual difference in towing capacity.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 02-14-2018, 03:10 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,323
Posted By ronderful
We love our 27FB. Trouble free except for the...

We love our 27FB. Trouble free except for the self inflicted problems this newbie caused. Restoring my 1979 Schwinn P15 is next up. I love riding too but injured myself 4 years ago on a long ride. ...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-14-2018, 01:45 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 26,263
Posted By ronderful
Let me just say that with RV batteries the...

Let me just say that with RV batteries the biggest issue is generally under charging them, not over charging them. once the charger backs down to 0.5 to 1.5A, it needs to stay there for several...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-14-2018, 01:23 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 26,263
Posted By ronderful
Battery voltage is a proxy for state of charge. ...

Battery voltage is a proxy for state of charge. No charger on this planet or any other can properly maintain a battery with only that piece of data. I suggest you ask the battery manufacturer what...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-14-2018, 11:53 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 26,263
Posted By ronderful
Does it tell you when you discharged the battery...

Does it tell you when you discharged the battery bank to the point of damaging them permanently? Does it keep you from inadvertently undercharging or over charging them because of battery...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-14-2018, 10:30 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 26,263
Posted By ronderful
I intend to install a Bogart Engineering monitor...

I intend to install a Bogart Engineering monitor along with the solar controller so I can more effectively monitor state of charge of the AGM house batteries. There is no substitute for understanding...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-14-2018, 10:15 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 26,263
Posted By ronderful
I bet there is an app for that. 😃

I bet there is an app for that. 😃
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-14-2018, 07:28 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 26,263
Posted By ronderful
Give up Bob. As my grandmother would say you...

Give up Bob. As my grandmother would say you can't get blood from a turnip. Sounds wise if don't think about it too hard.
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 12-26-2017, 05:03 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 12,531
Posted By ronderful
that's exactly what I intend to do.

that's exactly what I intend to do.
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 12-25-2017, 06:03 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 12,531
Posted By ronderful
The improvement measured at Ford Motor on light...

The improvement measured at Ford Motor on light duty trucks was a little more than 1 mpg and on small cars over 2 mpg when the mirrors are replaced by cameras. The CAFE requirement for 2025 is a...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-24-2017, 11:47 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,130
Posted By ronderful
I was an automotive engineer, (much joy comes...

I was an automotive engineer, (much joy comes with using the word "was" but that is another story) . Now that SAE has determined a regimen by which all manufacturers test the towing capability of...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 12-22-2017, 06:36 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 12,531
Posted By ronderful
Several automakers have petitioned DOT to allow...

Several automakers have petitioned DOT to allow substituting cameras for outside rear view mirrors and I expect them to be successful. Cameras are more complicated but more effective and improve...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-18-2017, 07:30 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 26,263
Posted By ronderful
I agree. I added the tempassure module to mine...

I agree. I added the tempassure module to mine and I expect it to work as well as most out there. However, I use a pretty good trickle charger to maintain the batteries when the trailer is parked...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-22-2017, 01:53 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,197
Posted By ronderful
There is a poor ground somewhere and something is...

There is a poor ground somewhere and something is drawing juice. Rather than grounding the correct way the unknown source is grounding through the light.
Forum: On The Road... 11-03-2017, 05:14 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,552
Posted By ronderful
Up or down doesn't matter. Changing the air in...

Up or down doesn't matter. Changing the air in the tires every 2000 miles, now that is important.

Greetings from Casa Habanero, 2016 27FB
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-24-2017, 09:21 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,760
Posted By ronderful
that's brilliant. I miss the range lever on a...

that's brilliant. I miss the range lever on a transfer case
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-24-2017, 02:58 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,760
Posted By ronderful
The transmission is capable. But one note. If...

The transmission is capable. But one note. If spend alot of time attempting to back it in, multiple attempts etc. the trans will get hot. This is because the radiator is supposed to be pointed...
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