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Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 05-11-2023, 03:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,956
Posted By clarklaflare
There is a reason RVIA requires the flex hoses...

There is a reason RVIA requires the flex hoses with Type-1/Acme connectors. Surely an AMT understands compliance with safety standards. I would suggest comparing this alternative method to NFPA 1192...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 04-20-2023, 10:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,746
Posted By clarklaflare
Thumbs up Yep

Yep
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-20-2023, 09:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,102
Posted By clarklaflare
Be sure to read the review comments because there...

Be sure to read the review comments because there are some incompatibilities with certain years. I know from experience that the kit they specify for a 2013 chassis will require cutting off the...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-18-2023, 11:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,076
Posted By clarklaflare
12 volts for the thermostat control board in the...

12 volts for the thermostat control board in the A/C is typically fed from the furnace. If your furnace is a Dometic/Atwood, the connection is made on the protected side of a switched circuit breaker...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-07-2023, 04:51 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,953
Posted By clarklaflare
It's not.

It's not.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-03-2023, 01:06 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,953
Posted By clarklaflare
Whichever tire pressure value you ultimately...

Whichever tire pressure value you ultimately decide to use, don't overlook the necessity to have the tire pressure Placard Values in your truck's TPMS system reset for the new value. Otherwise, the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-01-2023, 11:38 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,953
Posted By clarklaflare
Here is a handy tire calculator. ...

Here is a handy tire calculator.
https://tiresize.com/pressure-calculator/

If you plug in the before and after for an 275/65R18 of each load rating, the results will show that the LT tire will...
Forum: Winter Living 12-24-2022, 12:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,701
Posted By clarklaflare
Since the furnace does run off the 12 volts...

Since the furnace does run off the 12 volts batteries, the most likely scenario is that when power was lost, the converter stopped charging and the battery voltage eventually dropped below the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-08-2022, 10:37 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,806
Posted By clarklaflare
If you're near Cleveland, give Advanced RV a...

If you're near Cleveland, give Advanced RV a call. They are a VB installer and may be able resolve your air suspension problem.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-25-2022, 02:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,960
Posted By clarklaflare
The following is part of an MB response to an FAQ...

The following is part of an MB response to an FAQ regarding the check engine light being lite when the vehicle is brought in for the AEM.

"Issues that arise in the vehicle prior to the Emission...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-10-2022, 12:39 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,103
Posted By clarklaflare
Renogy 100AH AGM Battery Hardware

The ones I linked are just typical, not necessarily what I’d use. The ones that are a brass post attached with a stainless through bolt would be preferable. Just torque this bolt to the same specs...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-10-2022, 11:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,103
Posted By clarklaflare
Renogy specs say these batteries come with the...

Renogy specs say these batteries come with the common M8 thread inserts.
To add posts, have you seen these...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-21-2022, 10:57 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,092
Posted By clarklaflare
Whichever method you decide on, be sure the 7-way...

Whichever method you decide on, be sure the 7-way plug is compatible with your TV receptacle. This advisory is from RAM trucks but is applicable to other manufacturers as well.
...
Forum: Base Camp 01-31-2022, 10:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,324
Posted By clarklaflare
Something like this...

Something like this (https://www.steelmantools.com/1-2-inch-drive-3-4-inch-13-16-inch-thin-wall-impact-flip-socket) might be handy. Just add an appropriate length extension.
Forum: Tires 09-22-2021, 10:06 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,912
Posted By clarklaflare
The minimum pressure required for the specified...

The minimum pressure required for the specified placard loading would be 25% less than the 33 psi value for the Tundra. This is the threshold value below which the TPMS system will alarm and the...
Forum: Tires 09-21-2021, 07:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,912
Posted By clarklaflare
There is little to nothing to be gained by...

There is little to nothing to be gained by running your tires higher than the maximum load inflation of 35 psi. 1 or 2 psi higher may reduce flex and heat buildup slightly, but only when towing in...
Forum: Refrigerators 07-15-2021, 11:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,035
Posted By clarklaflare
The control section is powered by the 12V DC...

The control section is powered by the 12V DC connection. The refrigerator will not operate in any mode without 12 volts.
Forum: Refrigerators 06-11-2020, 11:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,527
Posted By clarklaflare
The Nova Kool will automatically switch between...

The Nova Kool will automatically switch between AC and DC based on availability. Whenever AC is/becomes available, the refrig will switch from DC. If the inverter/charger also has an automatic...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-29-2016, 11:38 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 14,968
Posted By clarklaflare
Isn't the purpose of the vehicles electronic sway...

Isn't the purpose of the vehicles electronic sway control feature to mitigate trailer sway that an anti-sway hitch is supposed to limit or prevent from occurring in the first place?
Forum: On The Road... 09-25-2016, 12:27 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,693
Posted By clarklaflare
They're funding a bridge improvement project.

They're funding a bridge improvement project.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-10-2016, 03:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,958
Posted By clarklaflare
Keep in mind you'll need additional room for the...

Keep in mind you'll need additional room for the door opening header. I determined 10' would be the minimum height opening so went with 12' ceiling. I had to use laminated beams for the header...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-26-2016, 12:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,893
Posted By clarklaflare
It seems to me that this simplistic setup is...

It seems to me that this simplistic setup is keeping the main tank continually over-filled until the supplemental is well past empty. This means the expansion chamber in the main tank is full of fuel...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 02-03-2016, 11:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,819
Posted By clarklaflare
Have you tried pressing the test button on the...

Have you tried pressing the test button on the GFI and then resetting it?
Forum: On The Road... 01-04-2016, 02:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,922
Posted By clarklaflare
Most of these are locals that use the parkway...

Most of these are locals that use the parkway daily as a commuter route to get to points north or south across the mountain.
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 08-21-2015, 02:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,190
Posted By clarklaflare
The end of the drain hose should be in an opening...

The end of the drain hose should be in an opening just to the left of the radiator overflow tank and in front of the cabin air filter box. Follow it back under the over flow tank to the black plastic...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-12-2015, 12:44 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,697
Posted By clarklaflare
I'll propose something completely different than...

I'll propose something completely different than others have suggested. Bear with me:

The next time this happens as you've described, try to immediately repeat it. But, instead of using the brakes...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-25-2015, 12:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,492
Posted By clarklaflare
Aesthetically, it might be preferable to replace...

Aesthetically, it might be preferable to replace both the 15 and 30 Amp inlets rather than patching the hole for the 15 and relying on just the 30 for connection. Without knowing your situation, I...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-20-2015, 10:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,285
Posted By clarklaflare
I tow a number of trailers with my 2013 Sprinter...

I tow a number of trailers with my 2013 Sprinter 3500, all of which are equipped with a full compliment of LED lights. When I first started setting up my van, I ran across a number of comments in...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-20-2015, 06:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,124
Posted By clarklaflare
The plastic hinges appear to have broken. It's...

The plastic hinges appear to have broken. It's most obvious in looking at your top picture which shows about a 1/4" gap between the hinge ear and the upper door surround. The bottom ear appears only...
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