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Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 01-08-2024, 08:39 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 599
Posted By TrotGlober
2023 GT: Swapping Toilet?

Has anyone swapped in a Dometic 320 in place of the original toilet? Anything to watch for if so? Looks like plenty of room and doesn't add that much.

Don't mind doing the work, but trying to...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 10-24-2023, 10:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,240
Posted By TrotGlober
Interesting! My 2023 also lost it's edge strip...

Interesting! My 2023 also lost it's edge strip by the stove.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-22-2023, 07:47 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,803
Posted By TrotGlober
Others have beat me to it, but it is very easy -...

Others have beat me to it, but it is very easy - it's 100% plug/play as Micro-Air has connectors that mate to the factory wiring. No cutting or splicing required :-)
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 07-25-2023, 10:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 986
Posted By TrotGlober
Interesting! Maybe it is different on the FC? ...

Interesting! Maybe it is different on the FC? On my GT, there is no access panel except on the floor - and I have a twin, so the TV mounts to the wardrobe. I think most of those screws are #8, and...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 07-24-2023, 02:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 986
Posted By TrotGlober
If it’s the wall I am thinking of, and similar on...

If it’s the wall I am thinking of, and similar on my 27’ 2023 GT, the wall attaches down low with a 1x1x8”“cleat” behind the wall. The cleat is affixed to the framing of the trailer and provides a...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 07-23-2023, 04:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 342
Posted By TrotGlober
Yeah, that's my first call. It seems these...

Yeah, that's my first call. It seems these problems only pop up on Sundays when they are closed!

Time is my biggest concern, so hoping they can squeeze me in before my next (big) trip. Asking...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 07-23-2023, 03:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 342
Posted By TrotGlober
Gerard - Heat Exchanger Leaking?

Greetings,
The Gerard on my 2023 Globetrotter is leaking a slow drip, I see it dripping off the heat exchanger, but can't see further without taking it apart a bit. I'm not doing that while I am...
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 06-11-2023, 08:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,438
Posted By TrotGlober
Cooking Ventilation?

I have a 27' GT. Today, I run the exhaust fan over the stove, and usually crack a window/door/run the ceiling vent.

Probably erring on the side of caution, but my wife and I were discussing as we...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 06-07-2023, 10:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,435
Posted By TrotGlober
Yeah, I was unpleasantly surprised when I found...

Yeah, I was unpleasantly surprised when I found that taking delivery. It was much, much lower than I expected to see. We've been toying with the idea of a 30RB as a replacement, but it's on an...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 06-07-2023, 02:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,435
Posted By TrotGlober
Slightly off topic, but…. 987?! My MY 23...

Slightly off topic, but…. 987?!

My MY 23 configured exactly the same has a yellow sticker of 891.

The only difference I can think of is Coleman vs Dometic ACs.

My understanding is that...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 06-06-2023, 05:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,435
Posted By TrotGlober
My 27 FBT GT w/ 2nd AC has additional 200lbs of...

My 27 FBT GT w/ 2nd AC has additional 200lbs of electrical gear on the tongue, and I'm usually right around 1200 TW.

The labels & the payload vary quite a bit based on options. Mine was 300lbs...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 06-04-2023, 10:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 404
Posted By TrotGlober
27 FB - Shower Head Bracket fix?

I found the shower head bracket in my 2023 GT 27' in the floor today after a rough run through Eastern Colorado.

One screw is stripped out of the fiberglass shower wall. Thinking best fix is to...
Forum: Refrigerators 06-02-2023, 03:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,592
Posted By TrotGlober
I had this problem on my Norcold N8DC. The latch...

I had this problem on my Norcold N8DC. The latch still doesn't work, but I made something a little more elegant for travel days - check out the details here:
...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-30-2023, 04:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 616
Posted By TrotGlober
I think that lines up. Checking the Airstream...

I think that lines up. Checking the Airstream docs, it looks like single AC units come with a 15K in the living space, and the 13500 is added as the secondary over the bedroom.
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 05-30-2023, 04:57 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 8,352
Posted By TrotGlober
Sure, but to what end do you spend time...

Sure, but to what end do you spend time mitigating low-occurrence events? What complexity and risk do the mitigations themselves introduce?

In my example, the worst case is I make do with the...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-30-2023, 02:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,803
Posted By TrotGlober
I did it. Generally an improvement. I had a few...

I did it. Generally an improvement. I had a few bugs in March, but those were fixed with firmware updates. It's plug and play if you buy the proper kit, and they include an adapter. The screw...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 05-30-2023, 12:30 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 8,352
Posted By TrotGlober
Your poor shins. :lol:

Your poor shins. :lol:
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 05-30-2023, 12:29 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 8,352
Posted By TrotGlober
Newish to RVing, but I've been curious about this...

Newish to RVing, but I've been curious about this seeing the lengths some go to secure it. I threat modelled it out in my mind and came to the conclusion the effort to lock it up isn't worth the...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-30-2023, 12:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 616
Posted By TrotGlober
2023 Globetrotter - Coleman ACs

Question on the Coleman ACs on my 2023 27' GT: I remember my dealer telling me one was 15K BTU, other was 13.5K BTU.

Anyone know which is which?

Want to say Bedroom AC is 15K, but would...
Forum: Refrigerators 05-29-2023, 07:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,432
Posted By TrotGlober
I riffed on @Bunker's approach and simplified...

I riffed on @Bunker's approach and simplified just a little. 10-32 x 3.5" screw, wingnut, fender washer, rubber washer, and a jam nut on the back of it. I might order a proper thumbscrew to replace...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 05-14-2023, 09:18 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,164
Posted By TrotGlober
Agreed. I should clarify here - asking about the...

Agreed. I should clarify here - asking about the system on Globetrotter w/ the two switches for four jacks. Each jack has an individual motor, and that motor seems to have some sort of load/thermal...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 05-13-2023, 09:42 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,164
Posted By TrotGlober
Totally understand. I guess put another way - on...

Totally understand. I guess put another way - on unlevel surfaces, do you run the switch until one touches, or until both touch?
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 05-13-2023, 06:30 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,164
Posted By TrotGlober
Power Stabilizer Jacks

Question: With the power stabilizer jacks, what do y'all do on uneven surfaces?

I know we are not supposed to lift the trailer with them. Trying to understand if you run them until all 4...
Forum: Refrigerators 05-01-2023, 08:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,432
Posted By TrotGlober
Brillian! Will be doing this as I have the same...

Brillian! Will be doing this as I have the same problem on really rough roads.
Forum: Refrigerators 05-01-2023, 08:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,432
Posted By TrotGlober
Interested to learn more. What does this attach...

Interested to learn more. What does this attach to, so the doors are anchored?
Forum: Refrigerators 05-01-2023, 08:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,432
Posted By TrotGlober
I might try this. Did you end up getting the...

I might try this. Did you end up getting the washers installed? Did it help long term?
Forum: On The Road... 04-15-2023, 05:09 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 28,952
Posted By TrotGlober
Where did you purchase these from? I have been...

Where did you purchase these from? I have been looking at just using another curbside awning anchor hook, but this is even better since it is closed.

I feel like when attached to the ribs, you...
Forum: Refrigerators 04-15-2023, 05:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,432
Posted By TrotGlober
Norcold N8DC - Latch not functioning?

I have a Norcold N8DC in my 2023 GT. Over the past month, the fridge door has started not catching on the latch plate. I've found I can gaffer tape the door secure for travel, but would like to...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 02-22-2023, 07:33 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 12,365
Posted By TrotGlober
I don't think it is wise to run a heavy Dishy up...

I don't think it is wise to run a heavy Dishy up to 25 ft on poles.... I'd definitely keep my distance from someone doing so, because it will do some damage when it comes down.

I just use mine...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 02-18-2023, 06:45 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 12,365
Posted By TrotGlober
This is what I did/am doing. I ended up putting...

This is what I did/am doing. I ended up putting my router in the curb storage compartment where I have 120v power. I've got telescoping pole on rollbar light mounts off my tongue jack. I have a...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 01-01-2023, 07:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 619
Posted By TrotGlober
I think the common concern I've heard keep your...

I think the common concern I've heard keep your antennas 18" away from your ACs.

Aside from that, the next question I'd ask is how hard will it be to get power and external antenna lines from...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-01-2023, 07:20 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,579
Posted By TrotGlober
I just set up my tags today. I haven't found a...

I just set up my tags today. I haven't found a way to get them on any of the screens other than "Menu" without GUIMods either.

How bad is the GUIMods install? I'd like to have the ambient...
Forum: On The Road... 12-26-2022, 08:54 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,420
Posted By TrotGlober
If you are planning to make it to the...

If you are planning to make it to the Western/Central Washington area, DM me and I'll point you to a few of my favorite rainbow/cutthroat spots.

You can't get an Airstream to many of them, but...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 12-23-2022, 09:23 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 12,365
Posted By TrotGlober
Tree coverage is definitely a problem if you are...

Tree coverage is definitely a problem if you are wanting to use it for voice/video calls. The Starlink dish internally tracks the satellites across the sky, and if that path is interrupted by a tree...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 12-23-2022, 09:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,967
Posted By TrotGlober
Which closet? My 23 27FBT has 120v power...

Which closet?

My 23 27FBT has 120v power under the curbside wardrobe in the bedroom. The electrical panel is right under the fridge, next to the big closet, and should be pretty easy to snake a...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-24-2022, 11:17 AM
Replies: 1,257
Views: 350,102
Posted By TrotGlober
I've been reading up this, thanks. One...

I've been reading up this, thanks.

One question I can't seem to answer: Did you have to craft your own cable to connect to VE.Can? I notice the SeeLevel has a 4 pin connector (7304?) on the...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-16-2022, 09:00 AM
Replies: 1,257
Views: 350,102
Posted By TrotGlober
I am still learning to identify Airstreams -...

I am still learning to identify Airstreams - suspect this is a 30/33?

Trying to ballpark how many watts of solar I can fit atop a 27. I frequently see 600-800.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-13-2022, 05:32 AM
Replies: 1,257
Views: 350,102
Posted By TrotGlober
Perfect, thank you for the link, that helps a ton!

Perfect, thank you for the link, that helps a ton!
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-12-2022, 05:26 PM
Replies: 1,257
Views: 350,102
Posted By TrotGlober
Newer to Airstreams, expecting mine to arrive...

Newer to Airstreams, expecting mine to arrive soon. For my reference, is this a 27'?
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-12-2022, 05:21 PM
Replies: 1,257
Views: 350,102
Posted By TrotGlober
Where did you find the panel? I have been...

Where did you find the panel? I have been searching for this with no luck, appreciate any help.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-03-2022, 10:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,963
Posted By TrotGlober
I believe it was an error on one end in how the...

I believe it was an error on one end in how the other end handled full duplex communications, if that makes sense. I remember the work around was setting the Pepwave port to half-duplex, because it...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-03-2022, 10:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,963
Posted By TrotGlober
I can't tell if that is a shielded connector or...

I can't tell if that is a shielded connector or not. It sort of looks that way, but an expensive gamble to find out it isn't.

Starlink uses STP cable & requires shielded connectors. It looks...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-03-2022, 07:48 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,963
Posted By TrotGlober
I've been running this setup for a few months...

I've been running this setup for a few months now. The Pepwave/Starlink issue was fixed back in June with a firmware update IIRC. I haven't seen it since.

I keep a TMo & Verizon SIM in my...
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