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Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-29-2021, 12:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,986
Posted By kweinrich
I used a 2awg stranded wire for the DC ground to...

I used a 2awg stranded wire for the DC ground to the frame. I did grind all the paint and rust off the frame under the ground strap, it's just hard to see in the picture.

I'm still trying to...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-27-2021, 08:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,986
Posted By kweinrich
Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-26-2021, 06:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,986
Posted By kweinrich
So I just finished rewiring the battery,...

So I just finished rewiring the battery, converter and fuse box on the 12v side. I used 2awg wiring for everything. I also ran a 2awg wire from the negative distribution to the frame (not pictured)....
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-12-2021, 11:00 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,986
Posted By kweinrich
Thanks for sharing your setup. Did you also run a...

Thanks for sharing your setup. Did you also run a 12v negative wire to your inner skin? I have seen on the forum people talking about that.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-12-2021, 10:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,986
Posted By kweinrich
Thanks for the feedback. Since I'm going to...

Thanks for the feedback. Since I'm going to rewire all the major components (converter, battery and 12v fuse panel) I might as well upgrade all that wiring to #2 wire.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-12-2021, 09:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,986
Posted By kweinrich
Thanks for the replies

Thanks for the replies to this post, everyone’s comments have been a HUGE help.

1StreamDream unfortunately this issue can’t be blamed on the previous owner since I completely rebuilt this 63...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-10-2021, 08:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,986
Posted By kweinrich
Melted Negative Wires

I need some assistance tracking down an electrical problem. While on a two week trip the 12v ground wire on the hot water heater (propane only) melted. After getting home and inspected the issue...
Forum: 1960 - 1965 Safari 05-12-2021, 10:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 712
Posted By kweinrich
Thanks for the tip!

Thanks for the tip!
Forum: 1960 - 1965 Safari 05-09-2021, 04:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 712
Posted By kweinrich
I'm working now to replace the seals in my 63's...

I'm working now to replace the seals in my 63's windows, but I'm running into a problem. The old seals appear to be original and they're not coming out easy. How do I get the old seal parts out of...
Forum: Awnings 05-15-2019, 01:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,729
Posted By kweinrich
What size awning is this? Thanks, Karl

What size awning is this?

Thanks,
Karl
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-25-2016, 02:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,369
Posted By kweinrich
HiJoeSilver - That's a good point. I was so...

HiJoeSilver - That's a good point. I was so focused on the weight around the roof hole i didn't consider the weight near the back of the A/C unit. I attached a few photos that I took while it was...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-25-2016, 02:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,369
Posted By kweinrich
HiHoAgRV - Thanks for link... Did you have to...

HiHoAgRV - Thanks for link... Did you have to modify or alter the A/C unit for the curved roof, interior or exterior?
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-25-2016, 12:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,369
Posted By kweinrich
Thanks again for the reply. I just want to make...

Thanks again for the reply. I just want to make sure I don't collapse the roof, that would be bad. Since the inner skin is already in and attached, do I need to physically attach these additional...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-25-2016, 11:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,369
Posted By kweinrich
Mark, Thanks for the reply. When you mention...

Mark,
Thanks for the reply. When you mention the "fore-aft supports" are you referring to adding the wood or aluminum strips between the two skins that form the square hole (approx. 14.5") for the...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-25-2016, 11:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,369
Posted By kweinrich
I'm still seeking some guidance on this, does...

I'm still seeking some guidance on this, does anyone have any information that they can share?
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 08-31-2016, 02:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,369
Posted By kweinrich
Adding an Air Conditioner to a 1963 Overlander

I want to add a rooftop air conditioner to my 1963 Overlander, but I'm concerned about the weight. I'm planning on purchasing a low profile air conditioner like the Coleman Mach 8...
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