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Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-19-2024, 06:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 886
Posted By mike625
If you want to install a cleanout - based off the...

If you want to install a cleanout - based off the pic it should be doable.

You want to install it as close as you can to the lower tank inlet "red arrow" to makes is easier to thread the hose into...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-18-2024, 07:52 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,279
Posted By mike625
DEF - information on freezing - not an issue ...

DEF - information on freezing - not an issue
https://www.irv2.com/forums/f278/will-def-freeze-602737.html
https://www.irv2.com/forums/f278/winterize-def-tank-226300.html

Diesel fuel gelling -...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-18-2024, 07:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 886
Posted By mike625
After the black tank not reading correctly for...

After the black tank not reading correctly for over a year and trying different solutions along with 3 tries to schedule a tank cleaning service "The last guy actually stopped by and took one look...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-16-2024, 04:10 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,279
Posted By mike625
We were in Terre Haute IN, the end of Dec 2022...

We were in Terre Haute IN, the end of Dec 2022 and the high was 6 to 9F. Did not have any issues inside. More issues is clearing the snow off the slide toppers.

Used about 1/4 tank of diesel to...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-15-2024, 05:39 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,203
Posted By mike625
Have seen the same thing happening, just not as...

Have seen the same thing happening, just not as bad. In Ocala, would get 125 to 175 during the day and that would drop down to 25 to 35 in the evening. It is still usable. Just increased number of...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-11-2024, 08:58 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,416
Posted By mike625
Just replaced the solenoid and fuse yesterday and...

Just replaced the solenoid and fuse yesterday and it is a 7 to 8 out of 10 to replace.

A couple of tip / mod I did that made it easier.

Used a vice grip on the bottom nuts.

before or...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 02-28-2024, 09:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 460
Posted By mike625
That is what I think finally killed the...

That is what I think finally killed the batteries. Took several mts of checking different things to find that charging profile at some point had changed to default and not AGM2 "based off your...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 02-28-2024, 07:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,293
Posted By mike625
We drove a gas class a for three years. Check /...

We drove a gas class a for three years. Check / adjust your tire pressure "not sure what we ran but the dealers likely put in the max pressure" & tire alignment "see if you can get the dealer to have...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 02-28-2024, 07:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 460
Posted By mike625
Your other thread also put another DIY project on...

Your other thread also put another DIY project on my list of changing to the Magnum controller just to start preping for Lithium. :thumb:
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 02-28-2024, 05:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 460
Posted By mike625
Thanks all for the confirm - I really hope we...

Thanks all for the confirm - I really hope we have a plug & play Lithium option before I ever have to do that again!
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 02-27-2024, 03:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 460
Posted By mike625
there are two wires labeled magnum inverter 1 / 2...

there are two wires labeled magnum inverter 1 / 2 with a small plastic box on the end of the wire. So not sure
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 02-27-2024, 03:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 460
Posted By mike625
Changed the house batteries & missed labeling one wire

Changed out the house batteries today and missed labeling one wire - got the wiring layout from Entegra but not sure it is listed.

It's a single gray wire coming into the battery box. Anyone have...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-19-2024, 01:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,102
Posted By mike625
Before I started using it on a painted surface,...

Before I started using it on a painted surface, think I would use the driver or passenger side windows with one or two 4ft Aluminum Pole Sections.

CAUTION: Some RV Paints may not be suitable for...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 02-16-2024, 03:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 659
Posted By mike625
If you have the Winegard ConnecT on the roof....

If you have the Winegard ConnecT on the roof. There is a Cat 5 cable coming from the roof down to the third basement door ceiling on the passenger side. This runs up the to the cabinet under the...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-10-2024, 01:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 868
Posted By mike625
This is no longer an issue. The whole US is...

This is no longer an issue. The whole US is available, you can change your home address anytime. I've been just changing my home address to the different campgrounds for the almost the last year via...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 02-09-2024, 07:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 431
Posted By mike625
Check if the DEF head has been replaced. Make...

Check if the DEF head has been replaced. Make sure there is no leaking around the radiator. Checking if the dash AC is working and verify the AC hoses in the engine bay are not rubbing on the frame. ...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-30-2024, 08:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 382
Posted By mike625
That would be a question to peplink - but it is...

That would be a question to peplink - but it is listed under "Feature Add - On"

This is only closest thing I found.

PrimeCare is a subscription service that is available for selected devices....
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-30-2024, 08:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,526
Posted By mike625
It's best to check both - saw the same as last...

It's best to check both - saw the same as last year pricing. :thumb:
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-30-2024, 08:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 382
Posted By mike625
New Peplink Router - B One Mobile Router

Just an FYI - This is the replacement for the SOHO router - I'm waiting for the manual to be available to take a close look at it.

https://www.peplink.com/products/b-one/
...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-30-2024, 08:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 799
Posted By mike625
Just an FYI - You can also use a power washer to...

Just an FYI - You can also use a power washer to remove the clear once is start peeling. It could take a couple of tries of washing / letting it dry / washing to get is all removed.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-17-2024, 07:41 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,203
Posted By mike625
Have been using it for almost 2 years - been west...

Have been using it for almost 2 years - been west to CO, Louisiana to east coast and upper Mid US. Only places it did not work "2 to 3 mb download" was northern MINN and WI.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-23-2023, 04:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,777
Posted By mike625
Just an FYI that the Peplink Surf SOHO MK3 Router...

Just an FYI that the Peplink Surf SOHO MK3 Router are back in stock "sold by Amazon" They have been out of stock for for almost a year or so. Ordered a backup
...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-20-2023, 10:28 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,509
Posted By mike625
IMO - That is my main point about the FCC ruling...

IMO - That is my main point about the FCC ruling in 2022 being political. Starlink application was for that level for 2025. The FCC appears to have rejected it in 2022 because of projections about...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-20-2023, 08:44 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,509
Posted By mike625
At this point currently they are under the 100/20...

At this point currently they are under the 100/20 level - In 2025 when they were to meet that standard via their application - would very likely meet that standard based on their updated V2 and...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-20-2023, 08:17 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,509
Posted By mike625
I was well aware it was from 2022 and though it...

I was well aware it was from 2022 and though it was more political at that point as this was SpaceX appealed the decision. Just never really came up on IRV2. Have used Starlink all over the US "31...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-19-2023, 08:31 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,509
Posted By mike625
Maybe do a little more reading or youtube listed...

Maybe do a little more reading or youtube listed about on their application

https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2023/12/spacex-blasts-fcc-as-it-refuses-to-reinstate-starlinks-886-million-grant/
...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-11-2023, 08:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 574
Posted By mike625
A thing to check is to fill the water tank and...

A thing to check is to fill the water tank and let it warm up overnight. Then try the shower running off the tank water. Does the temperature change like before.

The Aqua hot can only raise the...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-02-2023, 03:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 669
Posted By mike625
FYI - The Netgear 6150 hotspot has support for...

FYI - The Netgear 6150 hotspot has support for all three carriers - It's pricey but you can change between carriers without having to purchase new hardware.
...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-01-2023, 09:15 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,223
Posted By mike625
I well aware that if I remove portability, it can...

I well aware that if I remove portability, it can not be added back "have not removed it because I'm waiting to see if the plan changes".

The point to the post is you can move your home address...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-30-2023, 07:31 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,223
Posted By mike625
Just checked this morning - you can switch plan...

Just checked this morning - you can switch plan types now that the US is fully open. Has been like this for several mts. Only comes down to having to update your home address if you want to use the...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-29-2023, 05:59 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,223
Posted By mike625
If you are going to use it full time - you can...

If you are going to use it full time - you can just change your home address via your account to each campground you'll be staying at while traveling. Will save you the mobile charge. I have the old...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 11-04-2023, 08:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 610
Posted By mike625
Here are a couple of links for the water pump...

Here are a couple of links for the water pump replacement - A lot of people "including myself" moved it to the top of the macerator pump housing because it is such a pain.
...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-29-2023, 09:50 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 17,329
Posted By mike625
Looks like there is an issue being reported with...

Looks like there is an issue being reported with ordering from the web site.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Starlink/comments/17iyjjg/ordering_starlink/
...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-27-2023, 04:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,022
Posted By mike625
Several mts ago, DTV came out with a app for Fire...

Several mts ago, DTV came out with a app for Fire Stick, etc. I've used it several time while on the road to stream my locals for sport events. There is no costs just need an internet connection to...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 10-25-2023, 08:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,559
Posted By mike625
This is the one I used to replace valve in 1/2...

This is the one I used to replace valve in 1/2 bath - I keep a spare because you never know when you are going to need it. It a direct replacement.
...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 10-23-2023, 11:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 534
Posted By mike625
No, but I do flush 6 to 7 gallons of Boiler...

No, but I do flush 6 to 7 gallons of Boiler Antifreeze "every thing below the backflow valves" in the aqua hot every year now just to keep the crud down & because as I understand - draining/filling...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-22-2023, 08:12 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,635
Posted By mike625
Have used both - MiFi 4G 8800L / NETGEAR 5G...

Have used both - MiFi 4G 8800L / NETGEAR 5G MR6150 - Both work, the 8800L has to have the battery in "went thru 3 batteries" before switching over to the MR6150 "does not need the battery - has an...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 10-22-2023, 03:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 534
Posted By mike625
If you do not want to adjust the valve. When we...

If you do not want to adjust the valve. When we know it is going to be cold - We fill the fresh water tank and just use it, I've never had to touch the temperature valve to have enough hot water.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 10-22-2023, 02:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,115
Posted By mike625
You need a punch to remove the two shear pins....

You need a punch to remove the two shear pins. Also can remove the two bolts holding it and try to spin the motor to get it in a better location.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 10-22-2023, 02:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 502
Posted By mike625
Have stayed at all - Elm Hill is nice - We...

Have stayed at all

- Elm Hill is nice - We stayed a couple of weeks out on the point - would stay there again if I was wanting to visit Nashville.
- Nashville North RV resort was a KOA, We...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-18-2023, 08:08 AM
Replies: 1,195
Views: 185,627
Posted By mike625
I have the starlink residential with portability...

I have the starlink residential with portability "no longer an option". But have been changing my home address for the last 5 mts to get the best performance "not sure if it makes much of a...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 10-18-2023, 06:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 900
Posted By mike625
I've been using this - treat every couple of mts...

I've been using this - treat every couple of mts when I fill up just to make sure any water gets addressed. Had the light appear once, but when I checked there was no water - light went away the next...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-12-2023, 08:03 PM
Replies: 1,195
Views: 185,627
Posted By mike625
If you have the PC connected to the Starlink...

If you have the PC connected to the Starlink WIFI. Can you ping 192.168.100.1 or 192.168.1.1. The video below shows how to do it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nLRXG4G7sfo

If you do not get...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-12-2023, 05:32 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,635
Posted By mike625
I would start this discussion with what locations...

I would start this discussion with what locations your are going to be at. Some one could tell you what works or does not work.

Cell data service can vary depending on location and Starlink...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-12-2023, 04:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 593
Posted By mike625
This is correct that the DIP switches will change...

This is correct that the DIP switches will change from Dish or Direct TV on the dome. But - you need to see if the two output cables from the Dome are connected to SWM and power injector "see the...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 10-12-2023, 04:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,096
Posted By mike625
Had the back bedroom escape window fall out. Used...

Had the back bedroom escape window fall out. Used a heavy duty black garbage bag cut to just bigger than the windows and taped the whole opening with clear packing tape - lasted for several mts and...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-12-2023, 03:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,742
Posted By mike625
I checked mine "150 miles away from home" and...

I checked mine "150 miles away from home" and appears to be running normally. Also checked my 5G Verizon Hotspot - same performance as the cube.

Did you try to re-boot it ?
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 09-21-2023, 11:39 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 17,329
Posted By mike625
Have had T-Mobile for over a year now and...

Have had T-Mobile for over a year now and Starlink for over 2 years "residential with portability which is no longer available but like the RV plan when not at my home address" .

I got my...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 09-20-2023, 10:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,375
Posted By mike625
This is what I used to add flagpole buddy pole -...

This is what I used to add flagpole buddy pole - been using it for over a year now - just ordered another 4 ft ext - have been at a couple of campground lately that the add height would have helped. ...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 09-19-2023, 09:52 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 17,329
Posted By mike625
I do not think you had a residential plan,...

I do not think you had a residential plan, Starlink has never allowed to pause a residential plan.

This is direct from their FAQ
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