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Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-05-2019, 02:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,222
Posted By rportillo
Hi Yea I see pigtails and butt slices also...

Hi
Yea I see pigtails and butt slices also coming into the DIN rail. I’ll try to clean up the same. I think airstream requires leaving extra wire for re-work, maybe that’s why they did this?
...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-05-2019, 10:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,222
Posted By rportillo
A correction to my previous post about 100' for...

A correction to my previous post about 100' for 4ga at 100A:
According to this chart from a previous Airforum post:...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-05-2019, 08:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,222
Posted By rportillo
This makes sense. Except, in my case, one of the...

This makes sense. Except, in my case, one of the red 6 ga. connects directly to the battery (not fused ), with car type battery post connections at the battery. The other red cable disappears into...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-03-2019, 09:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,222
Posted By rportillo
Trying to attach picture of schematic.

Trying to attach picture of schematic.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-03-2019, 09:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,222
Posted By rportillo
Hi Bob The ground bus bar and “connection strip...

Hi Bob
The ground bus bar and “connection strip are closest to the floor.
The DC bus and “thermal breaker” are mounted higher above the floor.

I’m going to move some lithium batteries inside and...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-03-2019, 05:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,222
Posted By rportillo
Correction. My images got rotated. The wire are...

Correction. My images got rotated. The wire are feeding in from the floor of the coach (left side of image). The bar I’m trying to identify is closest to the floor. It looks like a DC fuse bar, but...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-03-2019, 05:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,222
Posted By rportillo
Front DC Panel bus bars

Hi
I’m trying to identity what the distribution bar is under the cover of my DC Panel, on the 2018 26’ RB Flying Cloud. The DC PANEL I’m referring to sits unrest the front lounge table, driver side....
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 07-23-2015, 11:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,973
Posted By rportillo
bl7sk7: Wow, that is one heck of a steep, windy...

bl7sk7: Wow, that is one heck of a steep, windy driveway. Do you detach and move with the trailer dolly once you get to the top? It looks electric, where did you get it, I haven't been able to find...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 07-23-2015, 05:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,973
Posted By rportillo
We too park our '16 bambi on our driveway with...

We too park our '16 bambi on our driveway with incline going up and flat at the top. I have scrapped the back bumper (and even bent the stabilizer jacK) driving into parking lots, but did not bottom...
Forum: Awnings 08-05-2014, 06:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 908
Posted By rportillo
Just a quick update. I re-measured about a foot...

Just a quick update. I re-measured about a foot up from the bottom of the trailer along the rivet lines. I measured ~6' 8-1/4, the number measurement Zip Dee listed. Randy, at Zip Dee was very...
Forum: Awnings 07-31-2014, 10:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 908
Posted By rportillo
Help ordering Zip Dee for 16' Bambi

Anyone order an awning from Zip dee for a late model Bambi? I have a 2007 16' Bambi. I will order direct. They want the measurement from center rivet to center rivet at the bottom of the coach,...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 07-16-2014, 02:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,439
Posted By rportillo
I flushed the fresh water tank and re-filled with...

I flushed the fresh water tank and re-filled with no luck and tried to clean the connector up a bit. I'll have to try the re-calibration option. Although, based on other posts, I shouldn't expect a...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 07-16-2014, 01:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,439
Posted By rportillo
Systems Monitor not reading water tank correctly

Hi,

The Systems "Micro Pulse" Monitor on my unit is reading low fresh water, but the tank is full. When the tanks drops below 7/8 or so, the monitor reads empty. Any ideas on on the problem?
...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 04-09-2014, 10:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,546
Posted By rportillo
Hi, I was able to remove the valve by...

Hi,
I was able to remove the valve by unconnecting the hoses and unscrewing those two screws you see in the picture, with a socket wrench. There was not alot of room to work, but just enough to get...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 12-30-2013, 08:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,546
Posted By rportillo
I successfully stopped the leak from the Dometic...

I successfully stopped the leak from the Dometic toilet water valve (for now). Its an SC-210. I took the water valve out, and was able to unscrew the black cap (I previous referred to it as a nut). ...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 12-28-2013, 11:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,546
Posted By rportillo
Toilet pedal leak - '06, Bambi

Hi,
Can anyone identify the white valve with "black" plastic nut, in the second picture attached? I posted a picture of my toilet in the 2006 16' Bambi. The white valve is leaking very slowly from...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 11-13-2013, 02:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,786
Posted By rportillo
As a follow-up to the question and answers, how...

As a follow-up to the question and answers, how does the water heater tank work when connected to a city inlet hose, and no fresh water is in the fresh water tank?
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 11-08-2013, 05:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,172
Posted By rportillo
Hi Jock, I also have 2006 16' Bambi. I was...

Hi Jock,
I also have 2006 16' Bambi. I was wondering if you fixed your shower leak. I noticed a leak coming from under the wall this past weekend when my wife was using the shower. As I kneeled down...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 04-15-2013, 11:25 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,539
Posted By rportillo
Hi Becky, Glad to hear you got good results....

Hi Becky,
Glad to hear you got good results. Did you sew blankets or sheets under the cover as you mentioned earlier? Was your cover water proof?

I have been considering a cover for my polished...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-12-2012, 11:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,030
Posted By rportillo
[QUOTE=etobolski;1159855]An alternate to the two...

[QUOTE=etobolski;1159855]An alternate to the two plastic boxes that I've been eyeing is this box:

Dual Battery Box (https://www.bestconverter.com/Dual-Battery-Box_p_236.html)

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That is a nice...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 06-10-2012, 01:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,030
Posted By rportillo
Adding a 2nd battery to the 2007 16' model

Hi,
I'd like to add a 2nd battery for the extra capacity. Anyone have ideas on how and where I could add it?

I was thinking of building or buying a box that could accommodate 2 in the same...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 05-27-2012, 12:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,181
Posted By rportillo
Hi Guys, Thanks for the replies. Based many...

Hi Guys,
Thanks for the replies. Based many other posts, my problem is not unique. I guess I feel better that I'm not the only one with the issue. As they say "misery loves company". :)
Well, I'm...
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 05-25-2012, 11:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,181
Posted By rportillo
Polishing a 2006/2007 model

Hi,
We have the 16' 2007 CCD. Although we were told it was manufactured with the clearcoat and aluminum combination for 2006 and prior years.

The trailer was purchased used and has some pretty...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-24-2011, 01:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,285
Posted By rportillo
Hi, Thanks for the inputs. I now have all sorts...

Hi,
Thanks for the inputs. I now have all sorts of options I hadn't considered before, including a briggs and stratton lawn mower. :)

I'm no closer to choosing the right TV, but at least I'll be...
Forum: Member Introductions 10-21-2011, 06:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,436
Posted By rportillo
Hi TB & Greg, Thanks for the welcome. I...

Hi TB & Greg,

Thanks for the welcome. I noticed you pull your 19' with a Tacoma. I was considering a similar setup for my 16'. I need the Tow Vehicle now that I have the trailer. :D

Here's a...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-21-2011, 05:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,285
Posted By rportillo
Need a truck to tow a 2007 16' Bambi

Hi All,

I just bought a 2007 Bambi 16' CCD and now looking for a truck to pull it. I'm new to this, and getting educated as quickly as possible. I want to buy used, a 2005-2007, preferably, as...
Forum: Member Introductions 10-21-2011, 02:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,436
Posted By rportillo
New owners of a 2007 16' Bambi

Hi All,
Just wanted to introduce myself and say my wife and I read this forum quite a bit before purchasing this 2007 16' Bambi last weekend. The trailer has a few issues to resolve and we have lots...
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