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Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-27-2024, 08:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,062
Posted By nwclassic
Thanks, Northerngirl - Exactly what I had in...

Thanks, Northerngirl - Exactly what I had in mind.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-27-2024, 02:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,062
Posted By nwclassic
Related question, but different...

My older Airstream (2002) with rooftop panels would need a different means to connect a suitcase set of panels. Is the pigtail connection to tow vehicle a good choice? Is there a better way?
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 02-21-2024, 03:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,704
Posted By nwclassic
DCPAS - You've given me one more reason to crawl...

DCPAS - You've given me one more reason to crawl under there... would probably be a good idea to put a piece of pipe insulation around that tank to spigot tube (this time at my leisure - we're beyond...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 02-21-2024, 01:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,704
Posted By nwclassic
And now, the "Paul Harvey' segment

True to Al's prediction, we had already borrowed the available time (to failure). It (the leak) wasn't the plug. We refilled and found the puddle the next day. Now I knew what it wasn't... and,...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 02-14-2024, 10:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,704
Posted By nwclassic
I guess we're on 4yrs of borrowed time, Al. ...

I guess we're on 4yrs of borrowed time, Al. Until I can lift this rig high enough to allow my arms to work, it'll stay as it is. The cheap (unused) draining spigot will remain as is until then (or...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 02-14-2024, 05:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,704
Posted By nwclassic
The deed's done (for now, anyway). I removed the...

The deed's done (for now, anyway). I removed the plug, with more than a little difficulty, as there was a piece of of belly pan in my way (not to mention the low ground clearance). I wanted to...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 02-06-2024, 10:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,704
Posted By nwclassic
Very helpful, Jim J. Thank you.

Very helpful, Jim J. Thank you.
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 02-05-2024, 08:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,704
Posted By nwclassic
Okay - visual access gained

So, I've lifted enough to get under there a bit and the cover is swung away. Now I could use some ID help:
One arrow points to the pipe/clamp that goes to the plastic drain valve.
One arrow points...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 01-31-2024, 10:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,704
Posted By nwclassic
Thanks, Steve. Yeah, that helps a lot. Up she...

Thanks, Steve. Yeah, that helps a lot. Up she goes to get at that stuff :)
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 01-31-2024, 06:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,704
Posted By nwclassic
Thanks Steve, DG. I'll need to jack it up to...

Thanks Steve, DG. I'll need to jack it up to work on it. Hope I find a clamp I can tighten. But while I'm at it, I might as well swap out the plastic valve that has received so much comment here....
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 01-31-2024, 05:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,704
Posted By nwclassic
What does this cover?

I'll need to remove this cover to learn why it dripped water during a recent cold spell (note the stain). It is close to the plastic fresh water drain. So, what's up there?
Forum: On The Road... 02-16-2023, 12:56 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 12,845
Posted By nwclassic
As others have suggested, use another. For...

As others have suggested, use another. For example, BLM. Last fall, using our Golden Age Pass, we stayed at a campground on the Clearwater - full hookup for $9/night. And, it's open year round. ...
Forum: Boondocking 09-06-2022, 02:49 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,797
Posted By nwclassic
Made my day, Ray :)

A little levity makes even nasty subjects palatable (??). Way out West, limited entry adventurers (hiker/climber/rafter/kayaker) are required to carry a length of PVC capped at both ends...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 12-22-2021, 01:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,116
Posted By nwclassic
Add ours to the list.

City water connection leaked for years, that I mistook for supply hose source. No, connections behind the steel mounting wall either vibrated loose or were never properly snugged up. Disassembly...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-11-2021, 02:29 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,139
Posted By nwclassic
There are lots of ways to skin the cat, which...

There are lots of ways to skin the cat, which includes only skinning part of it. Over the 40yrs we've Airstreamed, I've trimmed the repetitive tasks as I've aged. Today, I leave the shank in place,...
Forum: Refrigerators 11-10-2021, 01:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,283
Posted By nwclassic
Sooooo, nearly clear as mud (as to function), but...

Sooooo, nearly clear as mud (as to function), but what I do know is that our Low Ambient switch DOES control the refer light irrespective of the door switch position - just like Bob's. This requires...
Forum: Refrigerators 11-09-2021, 08:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,283
Posted By nwclassic
Thanks, Richard. I'll try to get to the backside...

Thanks, Richard. I'll try to get to the backside of that switch after my 'test' tomorrow.
Forum: Refrigerators 11-09-2021, 05:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,283
Posted By nwclassic
Well, Bob... you've introduced a test I'll try...

Well, Bob... you've introduced a test I'll try tomorrow: The switch positions you arrowed, may be controlling that light switch power - although, the temperatures (but perhaps the cold setting)...
Forum: Refrigerators 11-09-2021, 02:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,283
Posted By nwclassic
No, I haven't. The contact points are enclosed...

No, I haven't. The contact points are enclosed in a plastic shroud I can't get at, which is why I'm trying to remove the fixture. The camera can see better than I can while it's still in place. ...
Forum: Refrigerators 11-09-2021, 01:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,283
Posted By nwclassic
Anyone dealt with this switch?

We just learned that our refer light does not extinguish when we close the door. How do we know? We just happened to put a cube of butter next to it. It melted! Have no idea how long we've had...
Forum: Tires 10-19-2021, 12:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 764
Posted By nwclassic
Thanks, Bill. I did as you did. Next task is the...

Thanks, Bill. I did as you did. Next task is the repeater install. Haven't finalized a location yet, but will insert an online switch to avoid a ghost load when unplugged.
Forum: Tires 10-18-2021, 10:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 764
Posted By nwclassic
TST-507-FT users

We're installing tire monitoring at long last, for both TV and trailer. The directions offer two means of mating sensors to the display monitor (touching the monitor with each before mounting, or...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-01-2021, 06:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,271
Posted By nwclassic
Good thoughts, Mollysdad. I’ll check into the...

Good thoughts, Mollysdad. I’ll check into the parts you shared. Re the mounting position; w/o obstruction, the mounting bolts lay close to the A frame (as on my right side). Vertical adjustment is...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-01-2021, 03:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,271
Posted By nwclassic
Can't go a day w/o learning something

Aha! I decided to lower that right side bar, since I could not imagine a good reason for the bars to take an uneven load (the bent bracket should've made me curious enough to snoop when I replaced...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-01-2021, 12:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,271
Posted By nwclassic
Actually, I replaced the right side because it...

Actually, I replaced the right side because it bent a little. So I think you've suggested a corrective action. Thanks, JJTX.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-30-2021, 10:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,271
Posted By nwclassic
Equalizing bar adjustment needed?

Flat ground, regardless of TV/trailer load placement, the right bar always requires more lift tension to install - although both sides are set the same. Better to keep both sides set the same, or...
Forum: On The Road... 08-11-2021, 11:40 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,211
Posted By nwclassic
I just finished an install using the Garmin BC30,...

I just finished an install using the Garmin BC30, by repurposing my middle rear marker light. Minimizing additional monitors was a goal (as it will display on the GPS monitor). Lots of...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 07-11-2021, 11:44 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 380
Posted By nwclassic
Reallocating my TV radio space

I'd like to remove my '01 Dodge radio and replace it with a touch screen device that would provide radio, gps and camera imagery for hitch coupling, RV back up and highway in trail. Since it's a...
Forum: On The Road... 05-19-2021, 12:35 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 237
Posted By nwclassic
Reno Air Races 2021

We've had spectating this event on our list for some time and this year we'll do it. Tickets purchased, but RV details to yet to do. Would appreciate some input from others that have attended re...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-18-2021, 10:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,489
Posted By nwclassic
Responses are thought provoking, so thanks. To...

Responses are thought provoking, so thanks. To fill in a bit, the inverter and cables are the new part of our electrical system (batteries, panels and Solar Boost + Link10 gauge were a previous...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-18-2021, 01:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,489
Posted By nwclassic
Share some inverter ops experience for comparison

I'm gingerly testing our new system. It's composed of four (<2yr old) 6V/220AH batteries, a 2000W inverter and 4/0 cabling.
Arriving at camp, batteries showed 12.99V. Engaged inverter to power the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-16-2020, 09:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,570
Posted By nwclassic
Yep - amperes per hour, 'amp hours' (AH). Deep...

Yep - amperes per hour, 'amp hours' (AH). Deep cycle (unlike automotive batteries) are designed to provide fewer amperes over a longer timeframe, vs car batteries that need lots of their rated...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-16-2020, 08:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,570
Posted By nwclassic
Okay... I have four identical 6V batteries, each...

Okay... I have four identical 6V batteries, each rated at 220A. If paralleled, I'd have 880A (but since I desire 12V, not 6V, each pair is wired in series [+ to - ] and then paralleled
[+ to +, -...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-16-2020, 11:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,570
Posted By nwclassic
Thanks, Brian & Jeff. Good help. You're right,...

Thanks, Brian & Jeff. Good help.
You're right, Gator. I've series paired, then paralleled to get 12V, not 24 or 6 :)
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-16-2020, 09:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,570
Posted By nwclassic
Good info... thank you both! Battery bank is...

Good info... thank you both!
Battery bank is four 6V in series (440A total).
An upcoming problem with big cable, will be securing it to this connecting bar. Is there a good way to accomplish it?
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-16-2020, 12:22 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,570
Posted By nwclassic
Very helpful, Wulfratt! The expected AC draw...

Very helpful, Wulfratt!
The expected AC draw from the inverter would be 5-10 min of 1500W hairdryer, or <5min of microwave use. In your opinion (for this use), is 4/0 still warranted?
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-15-2020, 10:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,570
Posted By nwclassic
Using V x A = W, my 2300W rated inverter should...

Using V x A = W, my 2300W rated inverter should provide >15A of AC power, but what I need to determine is how many DC amps would be drawn off of my battery bank (through 2/0 cables) in doing so. How...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-15-2020, 08:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,570
Posted By nwclassic
How to calculate max amp draw

Does an inverter watt rating provide a means to determine the maximum number of DC amps that it can draw from the battery bank?
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-14-2020, 11:57 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 344
Posted By nwclassic
Cable upsizing for an inverter

As I replace cables, I must deal with a couple of devices I'm not familiar with. They surely provide a current limiting function (50A) and protect other components downflow, but inverters require...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-08-2020, 12:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,595
Posted By nwclassic
Our 2002 manual instructs not to connect to shore...

Our 2002 manual instructs not to connect to shore power with battery disconnect switch in the off position. Previous advice given is most useful in rectifying your problem/s. Check your manual...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 02-06-2020, 10:24 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,069
Posted By nwclassic
GMFL - the tutorial is appreciated. I am...

GMFL - the tutorial is appreciated. I am midstream in an install gone bad. The last forum advice led me to upsize cabling (which I've not yet done). Your description of max amp delivery has me...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-11-2019, 04:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,886
Posted By nwclassic
Thanks to all for very useful and insightful...

Thanks to all for very useful and insightful info. My current (excuse the pun) plan is to replace all cables with 2/0. It will take some doing, as I have cable runs from the battery compartments to...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-30-2019, 02:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,886
Posted By nwclassic
Good additional info and points to consider......

Good additional info and points to consider... thanks! While wire sizing has been adequate for the 10yrs of off grid camping we've done since I upgraded our electrical supply/storage, it was all 12V...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-29-2019, 10:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,886
Posted By nwclassic
Thanks, Garry. You've hit on a couple of avenues...

Thanks, Garry. You've hit on a couple of avenues I need to pursue;
" 3. Inverter + and - connections across "all" 4 batteries. "
" 2. Correct wire size depends on distance from batteries 4ft 4...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-29-2019, 02:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,886
Posted By nwclassic
That a deeper electrical understanding would lead...

That a deeper electrical understanding would lead to a decision not to install an inverter is ominous, to say the least... but I'm intrigued! So...
Fully charged batteries, continuously float...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-27-2019, 01:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,886
Posted By nwclassic
Reference for Electrical help near PDX

We had an inverter installed last summer to be fed by our four 6V batteries and our two 120W panels. Its only intended use was to be an infrequent, short run microwave or hair dryer. As such, there...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-01-2019, 12:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,748
Posted By nwclassic
Thanks, Wulfraat -- Just what we needed!

Thanks, Wulfraat -- Just what we needed!
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-01-2019, 11:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,748
Posted By nwclassic
Easy start compressor installer

If anyone has had this AC mod performed recently in the Portland, Oregon area and would recommend the work done, we would appreciate the contact info and any useful details of the experience. Many...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-22-2018, 09:28 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 21,623
Posted By nwclassic
Sorry if this highjacks the thread, but re...

Sorry if this highjacks the thread, but re 'towing limits'... w/respect to TV max towing weight vs trailer weight: a gouge I've used is not to exceed 80% of the TV limit. But recently, a friend...
Forum: On The Road... 05-06-2018, 10:12 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,936
Posted By nwclassic
We have... Skagway to White Pass by rail. ...

We have... Skagway to White Pass by rail. Busses back to Skagway. Good excursion, with interpretive conversation provided both ways. Lunch provided at the Pass with time to walk the area, again...
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