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RE: Refrigerator vent duct fans
jamnw wrote:
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I would think for longevity of the fan, cooler air being pulled across the fan would be better than hot air. That's part of why I mounted my fans at the bottom.
Good logic. I wish more design engineers could think like that.
All your electronic devices like computers, tv's, dvr's, xbox etc... all have the fans sucking the hot air out, not blowing air in because it is more efficient that way.
Exactly. Mount the fans close to the top of your fridge exhaust vent. We control ours with a rocker switch mounted inside a cabinet next to the fridge. The wimpy thermal disc have a tendency to go out resulting in maybe having to partially pull the fridge to replace.:C
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JC2
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05/15/13 07:55am |
Do It Yourself Modifications and Upgrades (DIY)
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RE: 10 Gal hot water heater.
Suggest you turn the unit off. Remove the drain plug on the unit. The water drained should come out clean. If there is a lot of scale coming out with the water you may have to buy a cleaning wand that hooks to a garden hose and you insert it into the drain opening and wash out the scale and calcium deposits from the tank.
If there is a lot of scale and deposits in the unit, that might be the reason for its lengthy heating time. My 10 gallon unit will heat water in about 10 to 15 minutes on gas. Takes much longer on electricity. As you can see from the above posts, the heating time does vary a lot.
Your wh should, at minimum, be flushed at least once a year with a cleaning wand from camping world or camco. The ideal way to do this would be to put in 1 gal of generic white vinegar per 15 gals of water into the fresh water tank, run each cold/hot water outlet until you smell vinegar, allow the wh to fill. Let sit for 4-6 hrs then drain the fresh tank and wh. Then use the wand to flush the junk from the wh , then refill the system with fresh water. Performing proper maintenance on your rv will noticeably reduce problems later.
http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/water-heater-tank-rinser/49070
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JC2
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05/14/13 05:55am |
Tech Issues
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RE: AVG free, not free?
As previous stated, Microsoft Security Essentials is a freebie from Microsoft and is more than adequate for the average user to protect against virus's, spyware, malware. It will auto update itself and also run occasional scans of your system in the background unless you don't turn your pc on for several days. It will then give you a prompt to scan your system. After the initial install, go into setup and make a few setups such as the time/frequency for scans, etc.
http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=5201
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JC2
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05/10/13 02:02pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Windows 8 Reader questions
http://www.intowindows.com/download-classic-shell-for-windows-8/
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JC2
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05/10/13 08:35am |
Technology Corner
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RE: Safe-T-Plus problem
I took a wrench and hammer with me while heading out on the highway. I'd drive and then pull over to adjust. It took about 4 or 5 adjustments before I got it dialed in. That was almost 10 years ago and it is still working just fine.
When we purchased our first mh,(2005 Winnebago Class A) back in 2007, the original owner had already installed both the front/rear trac bars and the Safety + steering. I have to say it was an absolute gem to drive as it took almost no effort to keep it going straight down the road. About a yr before trading for our current mh,(2004 DSDP), a fluid leak developed and Safety + replaced it at NC. I remember having to get the new replacement one adjusted took some doing as I did what you described. It was well worth it in the end.:B
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JC2
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05/08/13 02:17pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: security system for rv trailer
This is what I have, cheap and works. I also use it for the bed of my truck when connected to my 5th wheel at nit when I have two Honda generators locked and running. Works well.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Swann-Keypad-Alarm-with-Programmable-Indoor-Siren-SW351-KCH/19236053
(I couldn't get it to colicky, sorry)
Here ya go.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Swann-Keypad-Alarm-with-Programmable-Indoor-Siren-SW351-KCH/19236053
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JC2
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05/07/13 07:30am |
Technology Corner
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RE: diagnostic reader
Yes, OBDII
As mentioned in other posts, large diesel chassis (e.g. all DPs I believe) do not use OBDII. Unfortunately there aren't any very cheap options for DPs (for OBDII, you can get a cheap adapter for under $20) but ScanGaugeD is probably the cheapest option, VMSpc will likely give you more information but you'll need a laptop or something. Other than that, I'm not aware of any cheap options - I've searched but just haven't found any cheap option for the connection cable and then you'd still need software (VMSpc might work with other cable).
I used an old WIN98 laptop for my VMSpc. You will need their proprietary cable that has box that translates the data stream into a form that a serial/usb input can read. Cost for the cable is around $400, but there are good buys on the internet.
VMSpc allows you to choose between around 20 different gauges. each in its own sizable and movable window. Here's my custom screen.
http://home.roadrunner.com/~kwildman/v2a.jpg
http://home.roadrunner.com/~kwildman/v3a.jpg
http://home.roadrunner.com/~kwildman/v5a.jpg
UltraKen
I like what appears to be some type of partial enclosure for your laptop. Did you build this or was it a purchased item?
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JC2
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04/22/13 11:35am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Black tank won't drain...
Could be plugged with something else, I had this problem finally found some nut at the factory had stuffed a water proof bag down the stool. I used a coat hanger with a hook on the end got it out but took a sewage bath. Was close to a shower house thank God.
Works great now.
If that was in fact found to be true, I would have packaged it up and sent it back to the manufacturing plant along with an anonymous note thanking them for their workers efforts.:C
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JC2
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04/22/13 07:08am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Help! I got ripped off
I learned many years ago that extended warranties were a quick way for one to give away more money.
And boy do they get mad when you tell them no..:)
They do tend to apply a bit more pressure when you so NO don't they?:D
That's when you ask them, "what part of no don't you understand". If they continue after that part, I get up and walk out regardless of where the deal status is.;)
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JC2
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04/21/13 09:38pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: 22.5 tires inflation
Sorry, your dealer is either a clairvoyant or an idiot.
I highly doubt he is clairvoyant (although he did tell me that he knew I would love the coach I bought...) And, I think after 35 years in the "biz", as a "working" dealer... (he actually crawls under these things to do the work himself...) He's become a lot less than an idiot than when he first started as a line mechanic, building travel trailers fourty five-years ago.
He also qualified his theory by saying, "You can spend a lot of time fiddling around checking weights and tire pressures, or, you can get on the road and enjoy to world instead..."
I think his point was to go with what is an exceptable practice and what you know... and practice good maintenence...
BTW: I found in my owners manual, that the recommended pressure for the original Goodyear tires that came on the coach was 85 PSI rear and 80 PSI front... (I have Roadmasters by Cooper on there now and the recommended pressure for the weight is between 90 and 95 PSI for 26,000 pounds... (whch is weird to me because no one tire is going to handle the entire 26K... (So much for tables...)
That is pretty big presumption on the part of the tire manufacturer... especially with not knowing if there are singles, dualies or even a tag axle... (with singles or duals) (Neither of which I have..)
Sorry, but I think he is a clairvoyant or an idiot too.
No, I'm not sorry - lives depend on doing it right and his way is clearly wrong! Don't care if he's a RV dealer or not. Being a RV dealer does not make him a tire engineer!
He could very well be a very knowledgeable mechanic with his years of experiance but I believe it is an irresponsible statement on his part to basically say don't bother making sure your tire pressure is correct before driving your rv.
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JC2
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04/20/13 10:58am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Washer/Dryer
I vote for vented and stackable as well. But there are alot of things to consider such as power and water consumption.
Some of the stuff I read through when I was shopping:
RV Goddess
DIY RV
Fun Times Guide
Thanks for the links. Very good info.:C
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JC2
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04/19/13 10:17am |
Beginning RVing
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RE: Washer/Dryer
Is the vented 'all in one' as efficient as the stacked? No it is not as efficient as the stacked for a couple reasons. The first reason is because the drum size is pretty small for a dryer. Secondly, with the stackable, you can be washing AND drying at the same time because you have two machines not just one. I have a Splendide 2100XC that we have used since we went fulltime over 5 years ago. I would not be without it but if I had the room, I might consider getting stackables. We use the Splendide for all of our laundry needs except if we have been boondocking for a couple weeks - then we will go to a laundromat to get caught up. I normally wash and dry a load at least every other day. I can wash both the top and bottom King size sheets with pillow cases in it but have to split them into two loads to dry.
I agree. We have the whirlpool stacked units and really like them. It boils down to a personnal choice. If you go with the combo, definately go vented as it seems to be more eficient as noted from reading prior forum posts.
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JC2
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04/19/13 08:14am |
Beginning RVing
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RE: How to keep critters from using sewer hose opening
Using brass or steel wool is a viable solution if you don't want to use the "Critter Guard". The CG would appear to be a really good remedy, if you were to remain stationery more than a few days.
RV Critter Guard
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JC2
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04/19/13 08:04am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: towing 77 miles
What do you think it would cost to two a 33 foot motorhome 77 miles? in southwest Mo. I am thinking of having my RV towed close to home instead of risking it with the tires. I would like it hauled on a flatbed. if possible. Thanks
What are the age/condition of the tires on the rv and what kind of rv are we talking about?:h
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JC2
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04/19/13 07:54am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Tired Saturn Vue- what to get now?
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JC2
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04/17/13 05:48am |
Dinghy Towing
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RE: Opinions on electric heaters.
Under the right circumstances, this might be a viable option.
http://www.rvcomfortsystems.com/#
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JC2
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04/15/13 04:50pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: My PD9270 is here
An owners manual for your unit is available for download here:
http://progressivedyn.com/power_converters_9200.html
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JC2
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04/10/13 06:42am |
Beginning RVing
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RE: Water pump Issue (House)
Pex Clamp Removal Tool
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JC2
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04/09/13 02:23pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Tow dolly a chevy cruze
I would call Remco Tow Products. They show that a coupling device is available for 4-down towing of a 2010 & 2011 Cruze. Would be a heck of a lot cheaper than buying a tow dolly and storing/maintaing it.
http://remcotowing.net/applicationChart.php
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JC2
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04/09/13 11:50am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Travel with guns
Here's some reading for ya.:C
http://www.allstays.com/Features/gun-laws-and-travel-guide/
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JC2
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04/07/13 05:43pm |
Full-time RVing
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