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Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 09-06-2006, 10:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,258
Posted By FrankR
Any thermostat can be used for controlling both...

Any thermostat can be used for controlling both heat and airconditioning....
if the thermostat was designed for both. Most modern furnacesand ac units work on milivolts but some use higher current....
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-06-2006, 10:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,907
Posted By FrankR
The old original converters were and are great if...

The old original converters were and are great if properly controlled and used wisely. The converters will pump out lots of amperage. Regulating all thta power is required for long battery life. ...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 09-06-2006, 10:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,549
Posted By FrankR
Battery replacement.. This is my view of...

Battery replacement.. This is my view of replacing the battery. I would remove the existing battery box and replace with a plastic or fibreglass box, painted to match trailer. My choise of a...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 05-30-2006, 09:12 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 18,108
Posted By FrankR
GM engine tuneup

The pics are great. You may have waited too long to check your engine. You mention all the parts replaced but there is a few "tricks" for a good job.
The distributor is best removed from engine. ...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-25-2006, 11:39 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,753
Posted By FrankR
Electrical connections while on the road

The connections while on the road are very simple, but some care and planning are required. I'm not a big fan of isolators. My choise for seperating the tow vehicle and tow car is a large HD 100%...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-29-2005, 08:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,102
Posted By FrankR
Trailer power wanted/needed

People always want bigger. in about everything. Most small trailers can operate very well with a 15-20 amp power supply. Adding of having an AC unit is a different requiredment. Having a 15-20...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-29-2005, 08:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,944
Posted By FrankR
Adding an Rv electrical outlet

Adding a remote RV outlet is very easy with some planning. Things to be considered in the plan are, amps of new circuit, new circuit breaker box and RV receptacle, length of new wire run, and...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 09-29-2005, 08:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,520
Posted By FrankR
Take control of the converter

Converters are valuable but get warm and make lots of hummmmming.
The easy method of controlling a converter is to add a switch to the converter outlet, where the unit is plugged in. Some wiring...
Forum: Vintage Kin 09-29-2005, 08:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,815
Posted By FrankR
RV converter for resto.

Converters are electrical devices used to either charge a battery or allow equipment to operate in substitute for a battery. The output of a converter is determined by the number and size of the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-13-2005, 12:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,109
Posted By FrankR
To sort thru any electrical problem, the key to...

To sort thru any electrical problem, the key to solution is care. Start at the beginning, where power comes into main circuit breaker box. Carefully begin to test each power leg as each breaker is...
Forum: On The Road... 08-04-2003, 09:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,973
Posted By FrankR
Visit Idaho

All our Air is clean and very fresh..

Idaho has been having a 4 year drought.
The Mackay lake is alittle low but the fish are biting....
Forum: On The Road... 08-04-2003, 09:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,973
Posted By FrankR
Visit Idaho

The weather is great, the roads are open and clear, so come on over.
I just spent a week in central Idaho, and all is well. We have had a little hi temps, but things are getting a little cooler....
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-04-2003, 09:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,491
Posted By FrankR
Amp meters aand Volt meters

Volt meters may be connected any place in a circuit. To be able to read the voltage present, one meter connection is connected to the power wire to be measured. The other meter connection is to...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 08-02-2003, 06:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,741
Posted By FrankR
Foul Gasoline

Napa Auto parts has some magic elixer that will clean a fuel system that has foul fuel. Most guys get the magic and mix up a gallon of fuel in a container not associated with RV or parent fuel tank....
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-20-2003, 12:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,183
Posted By FrankR
Those pesky glass fuses

The electrical design of Airstreams was controlled by the acounting dept not the engineers. Well that's my view. The good news is that anything made by man can be improved or modified by man.
I...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 07-17-2003, 06:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,762
Posted By FrankR
Toilet raise

I'm old and stiff, so I raised the toilet. Now I lean forward and get up. I did this change after replacing house toilet with a 17 inch. I'm also replacing the hand spray , as the original spray...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-13-2003, 05:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,305
Posted By FrankR
Connecting to house power

It is very difficult to show how to be an electrician. But here are some good valid suggestions. Please allow me to tell about electrical power in our great country. It is mandated that the power...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-13-2003, 04:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,305
Posted By FrankR
Wiring cautions

Doing electrical work can be a very risky action. Some times a little information can be very valuable or very unhelpful. There are times when asking the pro in any work field is the best avenue. ...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 07-08-2003, 08:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,945
Posted By FrankR
Poor craftsmanship equals failure

In viewing the subpanel breaker box, some basic requirements may have been ignored. In the beginning, the power cord is/was not properly connected to the "hot" lug, the ground buss or the neutral...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-17-2003, 10:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,108
Posted By FrankR
Interior rear bath

A guide to a plan...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-17-2003, 09:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,108
Posted By FrankR
As built 120vac drawing

This is a guide...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-17-2003, 09:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,108
Posted By FrankR
Airstream factory wiring drawing 12 volt

Zoom in as needed.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-15-2003, 11:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,108
Posted By FrankR
Trailer rewire

The mechanical part of rewiring is easy. The most difficult part is the plan. Any trailer can be wired in many ways. A plan is a high priority. Trailer use is important. Where trailer is to be...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-08-2003, 10:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,218
Posted By FrankR
Fuses size

Fuses are a safety electrical connection. The size, shape and beauty are of no importance. The rated ampacity is the critical requirement. I often use ac fuses for dc. My electrical engineer...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-08-2003, 06:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,218
Posted By FrankR
Power source fuse size....

Since all things are relative....
Fuse size is very relative to ..power needs, length of circuit run, wire size and intended load. This dedicated circuit should be used for keeping the trailer...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-05-2003, 08:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,009
Posted By FrankR
Long time battery storage

An old farmer gave me some great advice for keeping a battery charged with out any risk and is always ready. Allow battery to remain in vehicle where used. Disconnect one battery cable. Use a 10...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 05-03-2003, 11:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,335
Posted By FrankR
Toilet helper

Da best and easiest way to get at front bolt...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 05-03-2003, 11:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,335
Posted By FrankR
toilet bottom

Every one should see the bottom of a RV toilet...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 05-03-2003, 11:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,335
Posted By FrankR
Toilets ??

RV toilets are easier to change/repair than any house unit. Allmost all RV toilets are mounted directly over the black water holding tank. The holding tank has a 3 inch pipe connected to a...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 04-30-2003, 10:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,809
Posted By FrankR
Gen NO GO

I have never known a owens gen set but, there is a very famous gen co named Onan. The usual not run senario is low oil. There is a sensor in the oil pan that controls power to the fuel pump. Spin...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 04-29-2003, 10:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,187
Posted By FrankR
Thank you Louie

The picture posted is a internet find. I do not have a lot of artistic talent. I'm mostly mechanical/electrical. I have no genes for art. That trailer is some where in Florida and sells...
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 04-28-2003, 11:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,187
Posted By FrankR
Hungry batteries

Rusted battery boxes, and hold downs are causted thru neglect. Out of site out of mind. This maintainence is usually NOT performed. The acid in a battery usually flows out because of several...
Forum: Our Community 04-27-2003, 01:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,279
Posted By FrankR
Wow, I will be more careful

Ya caught me....... with just 2 rear wheels. The tires were not great so I was driving with just 2 outer wheels. All new tires now... hahaha
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-26-2003, 06:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,943
Posted By FrankR
Airstream electrics 101

I must confess, I do not know where any item is located with in your trailer, But I can supply some electrical info.
Your unit has several electrical systems. The firsr major system is a 120 volt...
Forum: Our Community 04-26-2003, 12:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,279
Posted By FrankR
Tow vehicle choices

I'm an old Chevy/GM guy. But now I have found the best RV puller. I bought another guy's Ford Diesel puller. My new ride is a 1991 Ford 7.3 diesel F350
crew cab, Lariat trim package, PW, PDL,...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 04-25-2003, 07:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,083
Posted By FrankR
Dash gages

I think the gages for Airstream are a GM item as all the other mechanical parts are. Mostly the temp gage will not read properly or not function because the sender has failed. The sender is very...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-22-2003, 09:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,269
Posted By FrankR
My posts support.

Thank you John for the voltage/resistence/amps reminder.
My life has been spent mostly as an electrical contractor.
I think you may take some of what I have posted too literally. I am not a...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-22-2003, 09:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,269
Posted By FrankR
Eric ... Solar not required

My post mentioned a solar shop only because, that kind of shop would be very familar with inverters. I'm not sure if solar panels will stay focused inroute. Ya know heat and sun's wave lenghts etc....
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-22-2003, 08:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,269
Posted By FrankR
Water pump start up

People who are not familar with rv water sytems should make a few changes to better check the system. It is of good value to use clear plastic hose for the connections in and out of the pump. When...
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-22-2003, 08:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,269
Posted By FrankR
Refer on the road

Most modern refers are 2 way or 3 way operation. If the refer is a 120vac model the road time is an excellant way to make the refer and freezer very cold. The refer uses very little power when...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 04-21-2003, 03:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,338
Posted By FrankR
A two dollar bill?? grin..

>On my way home from the second job I've taken for the extra holiday cash
>I need, I stopped at Taco Bell for a quick bite to eat. In my billfold
>is a $50 bill and a $2 bill. That is all of the...
Forum: 2000 - 2004 Safari 04-15-2003, 10:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,235
Posted By FrankR
Other jack wiring possabilities??

Here are some other wiring choices.
Guy orders trailer with no power jack, gets old and tired, wants power jack, goes to a RV shop and jack is installed.
Trailer owner has no preference for...
Forum: 2000 - 2004 Safari 04-15-2003, 10:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,235
Posted By FrankR
All off switch

I have an old Airstream and the power jack is cooked. I just use my manpower to get a little exercise.
The wiring in all Airstreams is not created equal. The power jack feature is a amp hungry...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 04-14-2003, 07:43 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,043
Posted By FrankR
Da genset saga

Just typing answers is not good for me or you. Did ya try the info in last note?? Typing is not my best skill, so please humor me and tell if other offering helped. To make a definitive statement...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 04-13-2003, 08:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,043
Posted By FrankR
Da old guy's opinion

Small domestic gen sets are NOT very hi tech. The designs are mostly of the early 1930 farm machinery. The engine designs are called flat heads with the valves located in the block. There have...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 04-13-2003, 08:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,043
Posted By FrankR
Gen set troubles and repair.

Some say the eyes are the window to one's soul. Well, in small engines, the sparkplugs tell a tale. After reading all the posts, my guess is that the carb has problems. Not major, just a little...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-08-2003, 09:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,181
Posted By FrankR
Bosch relay wiring

More....
This is a drawing of using 2 relays to share the load. These will last indefinately.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 04-08-2003, 09:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,607
Posted By FrankR
Water in gasoline

Having water in gasoline is not a terrible situation, but this can lead to the tank and other parts rusting and blocking the systems. The easy cure is to add a pint of any medical alcohol. The...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-07-2003, 01:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,181
Posted By FrankR
New wiring for trailer batteries

Alas alas, I thot my wiring info was complete.
A device called a contactor is a switch that is used with ac voltages.
There is a wide variety of relays. Many relays are NOT for 100% duty cycle, as...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-06-2003, 11:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,181
Posted By FrankR
Tow vehicle to trailer wiring

Decisions, decisions. As is required, a plan is needed. Getting voltage from truck to trailer is not a tough task. Some cautions are required. An easy way to get power from the truck is to use a...
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