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Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-26-2023, 07:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,496
Posted By Trailbob
MC4 connectors will work, but you might consider...

MC4 connectors will work, but you might consider eventually changing them out for Anderson SB50 connectors which are much more convenient and durable. I have used 8 and 10 awg cables, and both work....
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-24-2023, 08:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 800
Posted By Trailbob
I have done this many times, but with two PWM...

I have done this many times, but with two PWM controllers (one for the rooftop solar, the other for the portable). I have also watched marine videos where they wire in a solar controller for each...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 07-27-2022, 06:44 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,193
Posted By Trailbob
Several years ago I installed an Easy Start, but...

Several years ago I installed an Easy Start, but could not get my 25 ft FC's AC to work reliably on a Honda 2000. I actually tried two different Honda 2000s, one gasoline the other propane. They...
Forum: Boondocking 10-27-2020, 07:32 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 14,282
Posted By Trailbob
We have a 2013 25FC that we boondocked with quite...

We have a 2013 25FC that we boondocked with quite a bit, before and after installing a lift. The lift was the best upgrade we have made to date, not only to open up more campsites, but also to...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-20-2019, 08:40 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,993
Posted By Trailbob
I replaced my Interstate group 24 batteries after...

I replaced my Interstate group 24 batteries after three years, but they were still working well. I just wanted to increase the AH capacity by going to 2 6V batteries. I agree with Bgibbs that is...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 10-18-2018, 07:28 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 13,568
Posted By Trailbob
I use Lifeline 6V batteries, but we boondock a...

I use Lifeline 6V batteries, but we boondock a lot. If you don't do this type of camping much, and usually have shore power, you would be well served by two Interstate, Costco, Walmart, etc...
Forum: Boondocking 10-17-2018, 08:01 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 21,582
Posted By Trailbob
I was on the hunt for a quality cooler earlier...

I was on the hunt for a quality cooler earlier this year, and ended up buying a Cordova 50 qt. They are made right here in Idaho, and are comparable to a Yeti, etc. Sportsman's Warehouse now...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 10-14-2018, 06:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,097
Posted By Trailbob
Nice install! I see you went with the Trimetric...

Nice install! I see you went with the Trimetric monitor and controller. I have them in a pop-up camper as well as my AS and they work great.
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 08-01-2018, 03:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,754
Posted By Trailbob
Another Nautilus Door from Stoett

I found this thread after our shower door fell apart during a cross country trip in June. Our door was damaged to the point that none of the recommended repairs would work. As others have said, the...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 07-22-2018, 11:36 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 45,643
Posted By Trailbob
2200 success with 15K at 2500'

I was one of the unfortunate few who was unable to run a 15K AC with the Easystart conversion, at 2500', on either of my Honda 2000 generators (one tested with gas, the other propane and gas). This...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-07-2018, 07:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,480
Posted By Trailbob
+1 to the first two replies. I would add...

+1 to the first two replies.

I would add "just say no" to Optima batteries for your trailer. Not that they are bad batteries, just that they have less ah capacity than other batteries with the...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-28-2018, 10:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 933
Posted By Trailbob
Thanks Zil, that explains why I saw the higher...

Thanks Zil, that explains why I saw the higher amp rating on the Blue Sea site-- they were referring to a higher temp rated wire.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 01-27-2018, 04:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 916
Posted By Trailbob
First off, congratulations on your purchase and...

First off, congratulations on your purchase and welcome to the forums!

We do a lot of boondocking with our trailer, and managed fine for the first three + years with the stock Interstate...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-25-2018, 07:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 933
Posted By Trailbob
Thanks Al, that makes sense. There is only a...

Thanks Al, that makes sense. There is only a small 300 watt inverter, but the converter is rated for 55 amps. I'll go with the 60 amp fuse.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-23-2018, 06:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 933
Posted By Trailbob
50 or 60 amp MRBF fuse?

I want to put a Blue Seas MRBF fuse on the factory 6 ga positive battery cable at the battery. I looked up several charts and most say to use a 60 amp fuse with 6 ga battery cables (some say 80 to...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-16-2018, 07:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,660
Posted By Trailbob
Trail Bob, when charging with your Battery...

Trail Bob, when charging with your Battery Tender, assuming the batteries are wired in parallel, do you hook up to the positive post on battery one and then to the negative post on battery two?...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-16-2018, 07:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,441
Posted By Trailbob
I did what you want to do. I used a box extender...

I did what you want to do. I used a box extender from Vinnie's Northbay Airstream. Simple and worked well.
...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 01-15-2018, 08:48 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,660
Posted By Trailbob
I agree with Alano, you can get by fine with the...

I agree with Alano, you can get by fine with the stock set up till you figure out what your wants and needs are. We used the stock Interstate group 24 batteries for 3.5 years with the stock...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 01-03-2018, 08:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,154
Posted By Trailbob
Sorry to hear about your first camping trip. ...

Sorry to hear about your first camping trip.

Not sure if this will help, but I remember watching a video one time where they describe how an Airstream is wired. Might have been on Youtube. I...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-26-2017, 07:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,932
Posted By Trailbob
I looked at my trailer and verified that the...

I looked at my trailer and verified that the screws were white. You have to open the hinged inside storage hatch to access most of them. Some go down into the floor, next to the hinges.

The one...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-21-2017, 11:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,932
Posted By Trailbob
I have a very similar trailer as yours, and had...

I have a very similar trailer as yours, and had to access the factory rat's nest to upgrade some wiring. I removed the front section off the "bench" at the factory joint, I didn't have to cut...
Forum: Boondocking 11-18-2017, 07:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,436
Posted By Trailbob
I had this same question (can I run the furnace...

I had this same question (can I run the furnace all night on our batteries?) when we took our 25FC on a hunting trip in October this year, near Stanley, ID. The temp got down to 15 deg (F) at night....
Forum: Boondocking 10-13-2017, 06:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,158
Posted By Trailbob
I have several Delorme atlases, and they are very...

I have several Delorme atlases, and they are very helpful. The most recent atlas that I bought for Idaho is made by Benchmark Maps, it is similar to the Delorme but (to my aging eyes) has better...
Forum: Axles 09-18-2017, 05:05 PM
Replies: 218
Views: 136,770
Posted By Trailbob
Hi Troutboy, I just got back from our first...

Hi Troutboy,

I just got back from our first trip with the "lifted" Airstream. It was only a couple hundred miles, but with a bit of dirt/washboard, and an unimproved camping site. I didn't...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 09-03-2017, 02:09 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 48,679
Posted By Trailbob
Thanks Matteo for the very informative post. It...

Thanks Matteo for the very informative post. It is obvious you have put a lot of effort in learning the inner workings of these generators.

I wanted to clarify that I ran my tests with two...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-01-2017, 09:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,288
Posted By Trailbob
When I installed a battery monitor (Trimetric) in...

When I installed a battery monitor (Trimetric) in our 2013 25FC rear bedroom, I shoved the wired through the factory calking, where the main battery cables enter the trailer under the front street...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 09-01-2017, 09:39 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 48,679
Posted By Trailbob
I set the AC fan on low (based on what I read in...

I set the AC fan on low (based on what I read in previous threads). The batteries were at 100%, and the fridge (and everything else) turned off. The trailer's amp draw before the AC kicked on was...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 09-01-2017, 01:30 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 48,679
Posted By Trailbob
eu2000i didn't work for us at 2500' elevation

We have the 15K Penguin II in our AS. I installed the Easy Start 364 in early July. We have two Honda eu2000i generators; one is gas, the other has the US carb conversion and can run on either...
Forum: Boondocking 08-21-2017, 08:24 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 22,283
Posted By Trailbob
Here's a link to a parallel thread on Dexter lift...

Here's a link to a parallel thread on Dexter lift kits. I posted on the install on our 2013 25FC in post 172. And thanks again to Troutboy for the excellent documentation on his install.
...
Forum: Axles 08-21-2017, 08:19 AM
Replies: 218
Views: 136,770
Posted By Trailbob
We haven't used the trailer since installing the...

We haven't used the trailer since installing the lift kit, but I think it is going to be a big help for the dispersed camping we like to do. The higher drain valve will be an added bonus for dumping...
Forum: Axles 08-19-2017, 05:26 PM
Replies: 218
Views: 136,770
Posted By Trailbob
Today, my son and I installed a Dexter lift kit...

Today, my son and I installed a Dexter lift kit on the #11 axles in our 2013 25FC. Prior to doing this install, I read this thread as well as the thread started by Troutboy on the Boondocking...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 08-08-2017, 07:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,410
Posted By Trailbob
Any of the Zamp units should be compatible with...

Any of the Zamp units should be compatible with the stock group 24 batteries. I think the new AS trailers come with a Zamp (SAE) plug, so it is likely "plug and play" with the Zamp portable units.
...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-11-2017, 07:24 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,929
Posted By Trailbob
We have the Electrowarmth RV queen, 120V AC...

We have the Electrowarmth RV queen, 120V AC mattress pad. In the instructions it specifies that you must use a pure sine wave inverter, if powering it from a 12V system. I bought a 300W Samlex pure...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-17-2017, 07:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,771
Posted By Trailbob
You might consider 12/3 marine stranded wire....

You might consider 12/3 marine stranded wire. That will give you a wire for hot, neutral and ground. I've found the best selection on e-bay, but if you have a West Marine, or similar, near you they...
Forum: Boondocking 03-09-2017, 06:41 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 14,008
Posted By Trailbob
Scepter military water cans. Used with the water...

Scepter military water cans. Used with the water bandit and a short length of white rv water hose to fill the water tank. They are pricey, but very heavy duty and the only ones we found would...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-20-2017, 09:33 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,961
Posted By Trailbob
I think battery needs depend a lot on how you use...

I think battery needs depend a lot on how you use your trailer. If you mostly stay at locations with shore power, then the stock battery configuration is fine. If you mostly boondock, then more...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 02-20-2017, 09:04 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 14,507
Posted By Trailbob
We used our stock Interstate group 24 batteries...

We used our stock Interstate group 24 batteries for 3+ years, and mostly boondock. We recharged with solar or a generator when needed. They held up fine and are still being used as trolling motor...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-19-2017, 07:54 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,961
Posted By Trailbob
My experience with dealer installed solar was...

My experience with dealer installed solar was "not so good". I suggest you purchase a portable unit and use it while you determine your actual needs. Then take your time and research RV solar...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 02-03-2017, 09:09 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,875
Posted By Trailbob
I made a big mistake when I had the dealer...

I made a big mistake when I had the dealer install solar when we bought our trailer. Like you said, we had "zero knowledge or experience" when we bought it. It never worked right, and took a lot...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 01-21-2017, 08:23 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 27,921
Posted By Trailbob
I have the US Carb conversion on my Honda eu2000....

I have the US Carb conversion on my Honda eu2000. Works great and yes, it plugs right into the regulated BBQ connection on the AS.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 01-18-2017, 11:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 5,676
Posted By Trailbob
I've read a lot of great reviews on the Renogy...

I've read a lot of great reviews on the Renogy 100W suitcase system, but I don't understand why they put MC4 connectors coming out of the controller, since they are more difficult to disconnect on a...
Forum: Boondocking 12-14-2016, 12:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,256
Posted By Trailbob
I've also learned a lot from "Handy Bob Solar". ...

I've also learned a lot from "Handy Bob Solar". In fact, it was through reading his blogs that I figured out why the dealer installed solar controller never charged the battery properly. I only...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-13-2016, 08:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,708
Posted By Trailbob
I've used the 1.25 amp Battery Tender brand, and...

I've used the 1.25 amp Battery Tender brand, and it has worked fine to maintain my AS. I recently bought some C-Tek chargers to maintain other batteries, and like the various setting they have.
...
Forum: Boondocking 12-04-2016, 02:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,636
Posted By Trailbob
Sounds like a great class. I don't have any...

Sounds like a great class. I don't have any experience at Front Sight, but I've boondocked a lot. I would call Front Sight and ask them about the particulars of camping at their facility.

You...
Forum: Boondocking 11-19-2016, 08:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,256
Posted By Trailbob
We have a dealer installed 145W panel on the roof...

We have a dealer installed 145W panel on the roof of our AS connected with the factory 10 ga wiring. Originally, the dealer installed a Go Power PWM controller on the wall near the fridge (in the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-09-2016, 08:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 700
Posted By Trailbob
I'm not an electrical expert, to take this for...

I'm not an electrical expert, to take this for what it is worth...

Your fridge most likely needs the batteries on, even when running on gas, to power the electrical control board.

It would be...
Forum: Boondocking 11-01-2016, 06:35 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,868
Posted By Trailbob
Mattirs, It may be normal for your trailer. ...

Mattirs,

It may be normal for your trailer. We have a 25RB, and our fan would run most of the time in the conditions you describe. Our trailer has the upper and lower fridge vent doors. We...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 10-30-2016, 11:27 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 25,324
Posted By Trailbob
Hello AlexLee, Welcome to the forums! If...

Hello AlexLee,

Welcome to the forums! If you do a Google search "airforums Honda propane generator", you'll come up with several links. Here is one that I found. I think post #8 answers your...
Forum: Boondocking 10-26-2016, 07:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,663
Posted By Trailbob
On your schematic, you have the rooftop solar and...

On your schematic, you have the rooftop solar and the portable solar plug going to a junction box, before going to the battery. I have a similar set up, but wired the the roof solar and the exterior...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 09-03-2016, 08:24 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,377
Posted By Trailbob
I recently upgraded to the PD4655 converter, but...

I recently upgraded to the PD4655 converter, but prior to that I kept a Battery Tender or Ctek battery maintainer connected to the batteries when the trailer was in storage. I rarely had to add...
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