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Forum: Going Green 01-04-2022, 01:10 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 42,398
Posted By CJBROWN
Which is completely false. None of my images have...

Which is completely false. None of my images have ever been missing. The policy is bogus.
Forum: Going Green 01-04-2022, 09:49 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 42,398
Posted By CJBROWN
I've had a paid account for many years, from...

I've had a paid account for many years, from before they ended the free program and dumped everybody. Old news. This forum just never caught up.
Forum: Going Green 01-04-2022, 08:56 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 42,398
Posted By CJBROWN
Yeah, that's Will Prowse, he's gained quite the...

Yeah, that's Will Prowse, he's gained quite the notoriety on all things solar energy. He started a very nice forum with a bunch of really talented members, and lots of noobies wanting to learn. His...
Forum: Going Green 12-07-2021, 12:13 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 42,398
Posted By CJBROWN
I finally went this route as well. I couldn't...

I finally went this route as well. I couldn't find the level of quality assurances warranty and features I wanted for what I wanted to spend.
Will Prowe's DIY solar forum is a wealth of information...
Forum: Going Green 11-29-2021, 02:21 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 42,398
Posted By CJBROWN
Which one did you get Harry? Yeah,...

Which one did you get Harry?




Yeah, leaning this way. If it's not battleborn then SOK, right??? :bow:

Would be pretty easy to setup a low-temp on the SCC, but not so much for the...
Forum: Going Green 11-29-2021, 10:49 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 42,398
Posted By CJBROWN
How are the 'chins' and other cheapo amazon...

How are the 'chins' and other cheapo amazon lithiums working out for you guys that have them?

I'm looking at ordering one of the various brands of these 200Ah lifepo4 packs - chins, ampere-time,...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-30-2021, 02:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,217
Posted By CJBROWN
Turns out the little Spark wife calls Zippy,...

Turns out the little Spark wife calls Zippy, drives like a champ. With the manual trans it's plenty zippy. LOL


BrakeBuddy fits in the foot well no problem. Yes, I disconnect the battery -...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-23-2021, 10:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,798
Posted By CJBROWN
My local Big-O Tires shop sells a LOT of Sumitomo...

My local Big-O Tires shop sells a LOT of Sumitomo truck tires - the ST718 and ST719 all position/steer. They come from Japan, in both G and H rating, which is 14ply and 16ply, for the 245/70-19.5...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-15-2021, 10:56 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,798
Posted By CJBROWN
Funny how those GY's are constantly blowing out....

Funny how those GY's are constantly blowing out. :cool:
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-15-2021, 10:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,620
Posted By CJBROWN
On our winnie, I removed the ceiling panel under...

On our winnie, I removed the ceiling panel under the TV cabinet which exposed the bolts holding the strap that retains the TV.



Turned that cabinet into storage - we NEVER watch TV in bed -...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-14-2021, 03:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,620
Posted By CJBROWN
There should be a cover you can remove at the...

There should be a cover you can remove at the rear of the cabinet, between it and the windshield. That will provide access to the back of the TV.


I did the exact same thing with mine - worked...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-14-2021, 03:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,848
Posted By CJBROWN
No issues with a dolly. Just not as convenient as...

No issues with a dolly. Just not as convenient as a flat-tow rig.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-14-2021, 03:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 419
Posted By CJBROWN
Yeah, you have to first determine if the AC is...

Yeah, you have to first determine if the AC is cycling on at all in the first place.

Next, the actuator/controller is vaccum controlled, so old airlines could be cracked/leaking and not...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-14-2021, 03:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 697
Posted By CJBROWN
Well, it might help to get to a 30a connection so...

Well, it might help to get to a 30a connection so you can eliminate simply overloading the feed receptacle at the house.

GFCI's can trip without much warning, so first try plugging into a non GFI...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-14-2021, 03:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 441
Posted By CJBROWN
Alternator charge voltage should be right about...

Alternator charge voltage should be right about 14.3-14.4.

I would re-check the output, perhaps nearer the alternator when it's running.



Weak voltage can indicate a bad ground or lose...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-14-2021, 03:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,798
Posted By CJBROWN
I've never been much of a fan for nitrogen fill,...

I've never been much of a fan for nitrogen fill, especially since atmospheric air is 80% nitrogen. But it has been pointed out to me that it is more thermally stable - you'll get less heating from...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-12-2021, 03:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 783
Posted By CJBROWN
Are you sure that panel is fiberglass or plastic?...

Are you sure that panel is fiberglass or plastic? That looks a lot like corrosion of an aluminum panel.

The solution is to replace the panel.

I could also be a telltale indication of a water...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-01-2021, 04:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,217
Posted By CJBROWN
Larger tires - they won't fit under the strut...

Larger tires - they won't fit under the strut coil-overs. YMMV
BrakeBuddy - On my second used one, they're actually quite simple - open one up and take a look. Towed about 10K miles with one, never...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-18-2021, 02:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,217
Posted By CJBROWN
If you check your coach owners manual, I think...

If you check your coach owners manual, I think you'll find nearly all recommend brakes on anything towed over 1500lbs. At least for any gas units. Some of the big diesels with 10k lb towing may be...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-15-2021, 10:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,217
Posted By CJBROWN
The scion XB was a very good toad. The...

The scion XB was a very good toad.
The Crosstrek was as well. Should have kept either one, but always looking for the next best rig.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-15-2021, 10:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,217
Posted By CJBROWN
As a comparison, here's our Colorado 4x4...

As a comparison, here's our Colorado 4x4 toad...about 4500lbs with the bikes in it. It tows fine, but wags the back of the coach back and forth, making steering down the hiway a giant chore. The...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-15-2021, 10:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,217
Posted By CJBROWN
The first brakebuddy I got was from a batch of...

The first brakebuddy I got was from a batch of leftover refurbs the inventor was selling on ebay for $500, after he sold the company. That was about twelve years ago. I used it in four previous...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-07-2021, 07:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,217
Posted By CJBROWN
Our first trip with it coming up next week - an...

Our first trip with it coming up next week - an 800mi trip up the state to visit all the kids.

A keyring wrench is a great idea. I had a screw-post disconnect for awhile on the colorado, and it...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-07-2021, 08:38 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,217
Posted By CJBROWN
BTW, there are two older threads on the Chevy...

BTW, there are two older threads on the Chevy Spark as toad - some mis-information and confusion on them, so I thought I would start a new thread as this car works exceedingly well as a TOAD. In...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-07-2021, 08:36 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,217
Posted By CJBROWN
2021 Chevy Spark Toad - BlueOx and BrakeBuddy

We have towed a variety of cars as a 'toad' with our Itasca/Winnebago with workhorse chassis - 8.1L gas V8, since 2005.

Our first toad was a 2008 Scion XB, then a 2007 Jeep Wrangler. Later we got...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-07-2021, 07:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,019
Posted By CJBROWN
Yes, you can tow a manual transmission Crosstrek....

Yes, you can tow a manual transmission Crosstrek. We did and liked it, great little car.
Eventually we traded it for a Chevy Colorado 4x4 and have towed that for the past six years, and while it's...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-19-2018, 02:50 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 12,986
Posted By CJBROWN
How do you spell CAN. OF. WORMS? :) A...

How do you spell CAN. OF. WORMS? :)

A simple breakdown can cost tens of thousands. I wouldn't touch them with YOUR ten foot pole.

Good luck! You're gonna need it. :D
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-05-2018, 11:04 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 12,888
Posted By CJBROWN
Co1 is the problem, not Co2! Lol

Co1 is the problem, not Co2! Lol
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-05-2018, 03:08 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 8,931
Posted By CJBROWN
You haven't seen my wife drive. So, no. LOL ...

You haven't seen my wife drive. So, no. LOL


She thought she was going to ride a dirtbike too....got her all the gear, kid was moving up, so time for her to try it. Rode down 150 years, turned...
Forum: Vintage RV's 07-05-2018, 03:05 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 15,406
Posted By CJBROWN
And the sad part of it is you might not fair any...

And the sad part of it is you might not fair any better with a new one - they are all frought with problems. Lots of doodads and gadgets. IMO RV's are the ultimate DIY expression.



And it's...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-05-2018, 03:02 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 12,888
Posted By CJBROWN
No no no...if you want one of these you want the...

No no no...if you want one of these you want the Camco Olympian one...
Mount it, plumb it, crack a window...enjoy. :thumb:



https://images.jet.com/md5/815a923c3761a18f36b5193ea4b71c22.500
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-05-2018, 02:58 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 26,139
Posted By CJBROWN
34 is a good size - big enough to be roomy, small...

34 is a good size - big enough to be roomy, small enough to manuever and park.



We love our 32 - it can park in a regular parking slot if the back can hang over. :)


IMO the 'conversation...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-05-2018, 02:53 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,021
Posted By CJBROWN
https://foretravel.com/coachphotos/6400_122.jpg ...

https://foretravel.com/coachphotos/6400_122.jpg

Uh, no. :)
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-05-2018, 02:45 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,021
Posted By CJBROWN
Expensive. One of the services we do where I work...

Expensive. One of the services we do where I work - figure about $5 a square foot.







For solid colors - they must want the tour-bus look. Uhm....no thanks. :rolleyes:
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-25-2018, 11:10 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,439
Posted By CJBROWN
Yes, normal. When I had my disco-terminal...

Yes, normal.
When I had my disco-terminal issue I lost all my radio XM presets but not the AM and FM ones - go figure. First time that has happened, and a good excuse to rearrange all my presets -...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-24-2018, 03:04 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,439
Posted By CJBROWN
Just got back from a thousand mile trip with...

Just got back from a thousand mile trip with mine...tows great if not a little heavy for a toad behind a gas coach. The 8.1 does put out a lot of power though, so no issues, just sucks a lot of gas. ...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-18-2018, 08:41 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,439
Posted By CJBROWN
It's not funny Don - you just run your mouth....

It's not funny Don - you just run your mouth. Wobble was fixed - had nothing to do with steering, nor was it a 'wobble'.
I like to say, if you're gonna eavesdrop ya gotta pay attention. :D
It...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-16-2018, 09:22 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,439
Posted By CJBROWN
Ridiculous. It was a question. Mine has always...

Ridiculous. It was a question. Mine has always run disconnected and stated so up thread. For thousands of miles.

This forum never ceases to amaze... :cool:
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-11-2018, 08:54 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,439
Posted By CJBROWN
A BrakeBuddy doesn't need an external charge...

A BrakeBuddy doesn't need an external charge source for your battery - unless you just don't set it up right. It should only activate on hard braking, and then the compressor runs long enough to pump...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-30-2017, 11:50 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 14,045
Posted By CJBROWN
I had not seen this model, not sure why. What's...

I had not seen this model, not sure why. What's the primary difference between this new model and the Ventana line besides length?

Looks like a great option.

EDIT: Ah, I remember them sending...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-27-2017, 09:26 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 14,045
Posted By CJBROWN
I hear ya - the new ones are stupid expensive. I...

I hear ya - the new ones are stupid expensive. I have always found it difficult to find a used rig that met my expectations - they all look, well, used. :laugh:

It sounds like you haven't driven a...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-25-2017, 10:03 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 14,045
Posted By CJBROWN
A traditional heavy and big DP with full air ride...

A traditional heavy and big DP with full air ride suspension is a joy to drive - they've got that nailed. If you start taking those features away I'm not sure it's still the same thing. '
We kind of...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-24-2017, 07:54 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 14,045
Posted By CJBROWN
Out here in the west if you want to stay in older...

Out here in the west if you want to stay in older parks, state parks, or out of the way places, then a 34' is a nice balance between comfort and being to fit in smaller places. There have been many...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-21-2017, 09:58 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 14,045
Posted By CJBROWN
Subscribed. The 'Breeze' caught my eye...

Subscribed.
The 'Breeze' caught my eye shopping for the Alegro Reds, but then found out it's a 5-liter V8. Ouch.
IMO even the 6.7 is too small for these things...will keep an eye out here.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-21-2017, 08:50 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,317
Posted By CJBROWN
Another ARP RV Fridge Control Install...

Bringing up one of several old ARP threads - just installed my ARP on a 13 year old Norcold N842.
Easy install, sold on the benefits, I feel MUCH safer with this unit monitoring my boiler.

In...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-17-2017, 11:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,564
Posted By CJBROWN
It's a torsion spring inside the tube like a...

It's a torsion spring inside the tube like a garage door spring, perhaps it's rubbing on the housing. [shrug]
There are Dometic and Carefree slide toppers, I would call the manufacturer of whichever...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-17-2017, 11:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 933
Posted By CJBROWN
I found that the steel frame tubes around the...

I found that the steel frame tubes around the windshield were not sealed so water would seep in between them. Chased leaks for a couple of sessions and finally got them.

Make sure you're using...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-15-2017, 04:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 541
Posted By CJBROWN
There are a variety of rollers, just search for...

There are a variety of rollers, just search for 'slide roller' online, and match one up to the height you need for where yours is mounted.
Sometimes they can be tough to get to - you may have to...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-14-2017, 10:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 541
Posted By CJBROWN
Some slides have rollers for hard floors, some...

Some slides have rollers for hard floors, some have nylon glides to go over carpet. If you have carpet there now likely you have glides.
I removed the carpet in our unit about 8 years ago and...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-14-2017, 10:27 AM
Replies: 11
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Posted By CJBROWN
When I did my lighting LED conversions I simply...

When I did my lighting LED conversions I simply ran a wire out from the porch light connected step well light and installed an LED in the bottom of the handle. It shines up through the acrylic part...
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