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Mighty_J · 11-08-2022, 03:16 PM

Well, we jumped in with both feet now. We just did final sign-off on our new 2023 LADP build sheet with specials. We’re apparently in run 26 and being told ready mid-March!

This is our retirement coach:

4586
Sela exterior, but replaced the white with peacock teal metallic
Sela decor inside
Driftwood glazed maple
Brake controller
All electric
Dishwasher
Passenger monitor
Rear camera prep
Satellite dish (legacy, I know!)
Exterior sidewall TV
Convertible dinette
Ottomans
Recliners
Sleep # air mattress
LED lights under ODS slide outs
Stacker power connection
4 Solar panels
RV sanicon
Stainless trim
Manual storage trays in b2,3 & 4
Kitchen window
Then a couple specials:
Advantium microwave, direct vented
Couple extra bay outlets
Non-inverted outlet under microwave
Outlet behind toilet, to the right, 6 inches off the ground (for a bidet)

I’d like to give a big shout out to this community over the last couple of years for the assistance and guidance you’ve provided as we tried out the lifestyle and figured out it was for us!

We’re looking forward to meeting some of you over the next few years at different events!

I guess it’s time to change my signature

2cyber71 · 11-08-2022, 03:24 PM

Wonderful

brynwood · 11-08-2022, 06:08 PM

Congrats

outlawten5 · 11-08-2022, 06:42 PM

Wow! That's a huge step up. Congrats and enjoy

KenZ71 · 11-08-2022, 07:46 PM

Sounds nice, your going to love it!

Dutch Star Don · 11-08-2022, 09:24 PM

Nice

Rev. Roy · 11-09-2022, 12:02 PM

Congrats! I smiled and thought of the theme song from the old "Jeffersons" TV show, "Moving on up!" 😂

FloridaSon · 11-09-2022, 01:03 PM

Outstanding plan. Keep us updated. Do you have a pic of the teal? Sounds great too.

Happy Trails

WILDEBILL308 · 11-09-2022, 02:43 PM

A new 2023 LADP is definitely a step up. Where are you located and where are you buying it?
Have to ask, why a Non-inverted outlet under microwave?
Bill

Mighty_J · 11-10-2022, 09:28 AM

I’ll post the rendering. Should have a version I can share next week.

Mighty_J · 11-10-2022, 09:39 AM

We’re located in Ontario Canada, so the only dealer in the Province is The Hitch House. I did start some inquiries with NIRVC about purchasing state side, but unfortunately after a few email exchanges and things looking doable, they didn’t follow-up. Might have been tough with current exchange and how taxes are handled at the border and our trade anyways. Plus, the dealer here de-prioritizes you for service if you didn’t buy from them, which is better than the dealer in Quebec that won’t accept a service appointment from you if you didn’t buy from them.

The non-inverted outlet might be unnecessary with the new inverter set-up, but on our old set up we experienced a few instances where running the microwave (inverted) plus another heavy draw item at the same time (like a coffee maker) would occasionally pop the breaker. By running that plug as the dedicated coffee maker plug outside of the inverted circuits the idea was it would be independent and no tripping. Can’t take credit for that one - got it from RedBaron73.

WILDEBILL308 · 11-10-2022, 07:26 PM

"The non-inverted outlet might be unnecessary with the new inverter set-up, but on our old set up we experienced a few instances where running the microwave (inverted) plus another heavy draw item at the same time (like a coffee maker) would occasionally pop the breaker. By running that plug as the dedicated coffee maker plug outside of the inverted circuits the idea was it would be independent and no tripping. Can’t take credit for that one - got it from RedBaron73."

The problem is to much load on one circuit, weather inverted or not. I would have them run a separate inverted circuit to use for with things like the coffee maker. I have 4 separate inverted circuits They run off a separate circuit breaker panel and also pass through power when hooked up to shore power or running the generator.
Bill

Scnookiie · 11-11-2022, 03:40 PM

You’re going to love it!! I have a 2021 LA 4551 the power is unbelievable going up the mountains I pull my ford explore it’s like driving a car!!

redbaron73 · 11-12-2022, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by WILDEBILL308

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The problem is to much load on one circuit, weather inverted or not. I would have them run a separate inverted circuit to use for with things like the coffee maker.

Bill

Newmar runs a single circuit for all inverted loads, and then breaks out the inverter panel into separate loads.

The inverter handles all outlets in basement (except fridge), in side the house, except stove washer, dryer, dishwasher, air conditioner and engine heat.

Regardless of shore power or battery, all loads are limited to 30 amps.

The big loads are microwave, vacuum, and bathroom outlets with curling iron and hair dryer.

I added a separate breaker for non inverted loads, rated at 20amp and put it in kitchen, rear bathroom, and basement.

This allows me to make coffee and vacuum while wife is cooking and doing hair.