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Forum: Going Green 08-15-2022, 11:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,079
Posted By greenhorn1
Victron

I bought from Northern Arizona Wind and Sun. They were very helpful. I sent them the information about the system I planned to install and after my purchase they gave me a detailed drawing.
I...
Forum: Going Green 05-12-2022, 09:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 627
Posted By greenhorn1
I suggest reading: Handy Bob's blog about solar....

I suggest reading: Handy Bob's blog about solar. He lives off grid and has done many RVC solar installs. Do an internet Handy Bob's solar blog. wordpress.

I do not think that controller will allow...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 05-12-2022, 09:46 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,986
Posted By greenhorn1
The short answer is yes

The short answer is yes
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-08-2022, 01:46 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 19,800
Posted By greenhorn1
build help

Archer2,
I have downloaded the software and built the box-- easy enough.
I am having trouble getting my PC to transfer the files to the board. I get the following info on the screen
Any help would...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-06-2022, 08:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,677
Posted By greenhorn1
There is a access panel in the bathroom. You can...

There is a access panel in the bathroom. You can open it up and put a mirror in to look up to the ceiling to determine placement of the hole thru the roof. There are 2 pipes in the shaft. I ran #4...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 09-21-2021, 04:13 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,707
Posted By greenhorn1
Check to see that your water heater is not set to...

Check to see that your water heater is not set to electric.
You definitely should be able to go thru the night only using the refer and a few other low draw items
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 05-03-2021, 12:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 900
Posted By greenhorn1
Lt Dan, I ran thru the troubleshooting guide....

Lt Dan,
I ran thru the troubleshooting guide. The yellow ignition wire had come loose from the connector plug. Reinstalled it and all is good.
Thanks again for the help
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-20-2021, 09:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 900
Posted By greenhorn1
Lt Dan, Thanks for the link. I will do the...

Lt Dan,
Thanks for the link. I will do the roubleshooting

Door closed and engine running.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-20-2021, 08:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 900
Posted By greenhorn1
Steps on 2017 red 33aa

The steps on our coach do not retract with the ignition on.

When the switch is in the on position, the steps retract when door is closed. Switch in the off position and the steps stay out even...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-06-2021, 04:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,438
Posted By greenhorn1
We have the L shape sofa in our 17 33aa. The wife...

We have the L shape sofa in our 17 33aa. The wife loves it. It was 1 of the must haves when we were looking for our coach. As far as comfort, many have said it is uncomfortable. We think it is fairly...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 03-30-2021, 12:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,788
Posted By greenhorn1
Fan thermostat

This is the part that we ordered.
Dometic KCC9006-05.
Ordered it from Camperid. Price was $24 & change, shipping was high at $16.

If it goes out again, I will just tie the 2 thermostat wires...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 03-10-2021, 04:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 497
Posted By greenhorn1
Motion Control Units

Has anyone added motion control units to just the front? or just the rear?

I have the safe-T-plus already installed and it helped quite a bit as did weighing the coach and adjusting air pressure....
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 03-10-2021, 04:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,238
Posted By greenhorn1
following

following
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 03-10-2021, 02:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,788
Posted By greenhorn1
fan

Scott, We had a problem with ours as well. The fan would work intermittently.
I checked the thermostat and it was faulty. Ordered a new one and now it works as it should. If the thermostat fails...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 02-23-2021, 10:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,154
Posted By greenhorn1
solar

We have a 2016 Allegro Red. Not sure if this will help, but I ran our wires beside the sewer vent stack. I drilled a hole thru the roof close to the vent pipes. There is a chase in the restroom that...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-14-2020, 07:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 870
Posted By greenhorn1
Thanks for the replies, i appreciate it.

Thanks for the replies, i appreciate it.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-09-2020, 07:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 870
Posted By greenhorn1
Solar on 33aa

In the process of purchasing a 2016 Allegro Red33aa. Plan to install solar right away. Unit has four 6 volt batteries, will change out to six 6 volt in the future if space allows Looking for help on...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-05-2020, 11:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 787
Posted By greenhorn1
Tristar TS 45-- $175...

Tristar TS 45-- $175
Bogart SC 2030 $125
Battery temp sensor $ 35
5 ea. 100 Watt Grape panel $500
MC-4...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-03-2020, 03:34 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 25,741
Posted By greenhorn1
I!m with old bisquit

I!m with old bisquit
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-19-2019, 07:47 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,482
Posted By greenhorn1
amp question

I have a question for the electrical guys.

Is .8 amps AC actually more than 5.5 amps DC?

The Ac also runs thru an inverter with some loss.

I there are some tech guys out there that can...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-11-2019, 08:26 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,423
Posted By greenhorn1
Journey cat I did not notice a big difference...

Journey cat
I did not notice a big difference between the two
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-07-2019, 04:10 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,423
Posted By greenhorn1
Journey Cat, Looks like you have parts that were...

Journey Cat, Looks like you have parts that were not on my coach. Apparently previous owner removed them or they were not part of 04 coaches
Attached is a pic of the bolt towards to outside of the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-07-2019, 07:40 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,423
Posted By greenhorn1
low beam

audriver,
Here you go

https://www.amazon.com/Headlight-Conversion-Approved-SEALIGHT-12xCSP/dp/B071XV8PZQ
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-06-2019, 02:04 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,423
Posted By greenhorn1
led update

For anyone interested, attached is the headlight. aiming procedure for RV's.

After looking at various forums, I see many references to DOT approved.
The Dept. of Transportation does not approve...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-04-2019, 11:08 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,423
Posted By greenhorn1
install update

On my rig the headlight assembly was held in place with 2 10mm bolts.
I was able to remove the ones closest to the center of the rig by standing in the front.

The other 2 were removed by sitting...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-30-2019, 11:06 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,423
Posted By greenhorn1
Update

JFC1. Our coach is a 2004

Fleetman, You are correct. The housings are form a 98 Pontiac Grand Am. I had to remove 3. 10mm bolts and the housing slid out the front. All of the parts should be here...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-29-2019, 07:27 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,423
Posted By greenhorn1
Journey headlight upgrade

Headlights have always been minimal at best.
Ordered new housings and also new low beam LEDs.
They fit in the housing and I have now ordered high beams as well

Will update when the install is...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-14-2018, 08:15 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,625
Posted By greenhorn1
We use this: Bought from Best Converter online....

We use this: Bought from Best Converter online. Great price and service. Not sure if it does everything the Kisae does, but it does charge at 14.8
Forum: Going Green 10-16-2018, 05:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,982
Posted By greenhorn1
I bought a morningstar controller 45 amp for <...

I bought a morningstar controller 45 amp for < $175 I buy Grape 100 watt panels from Home Depot for less than $100 when they are on sale. Started out with 1 panel and add another when on sale. Now up...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-08-2018, 05:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 622
Posted By greenhorn1
Well I thought I included a pic. Will try it again

Well I thought I included a pic. Will try it again
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-08-2018, 05:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 622
Posted By greenhorn1
Jbutts07 We have a 2004 32T and park it in...

Jbutts07
We have a 2004 32T and park it in storage with a 12 ft opening. You can see our satellite is manual, yours may be taller. I have not tried dumping air and moving.
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 08-02-2018, 01:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,711
Posted By greenhorn1
Read on another forum that JC refrigeration has a...

Read on another forum that JC refrigeration has a 12 volt compressor driven refer. Draws 5.5amps DC with a 30-80%run time over 24 hours
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-01-2018, 08:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 940
Posted By greenhorn1
spk64 Just checked out that link. Good inf. I...

spk64
Just checked out that link. Good inf. I did not know JC made a 12 volt compressor. Supposedly pull 5 amps. I will call them tomorrow to confirm.
With 12 volts there is no need to deal with...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-01-2018, 12:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 940
Posted By greenhorn1
Jc Refrigeration's New Residential Refer

Its time to change out the Nocold for a new amish unit. Thinking about their new residential refer. Website says it draws less than 1 amp. If my calcs are right that would be <11amps DC. During a...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-29-2018, 03:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,824
Posted By greenhorn1
I am no expert, but I would use 8 gauge wire if...

I am no expert, but I would use 8 gauge wire if you put the inverter in the front cabinet. As others have said--best to keep the 12 volt length short and run 110 volt long
The manufacturer should...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-25-2018, 05:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,465
Posted By greenhorn1
We have been using the buddy heater in the last 2...

We have been using the buddy heater in the last 2 coaches. We crack a roof vent over the heater and crack a window in the bedroom. We also set the thermostat so the house heater cycles a couple of...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-05-2017, 07:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,127
Posted By greenhorn1
We looked for months for our 32T. Finally found 1...

We looked for months for our 32T. Finally found 1 in San Diego. We have had it for 5 years. We love it. The turbo actuator went out recently. The turbo was still good, but we decided to replace the...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 08-03-2017, 07:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,424
Posted By greenhorn1
NIce job How did it worK/

NIce job
How did it worK/
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-24-2017, 07:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,410
Posted By greenhorn1
Thanks Fleetman:thumb:

Thanks Fleetman:thumb:
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-22-2017, 07:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,410
Posted By greenhorn1
I finally took it in to freightliner in...

I finally took it in to freightliner in Sacramento.
They tell me that the turbo actuator is intermittently not working and they don't sell just the actuator.
They are recommending a new turbo, new...
Forum: Going Green 06-14-2017, 04:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,302
Posted By greenhorn1
Have ordered three 100 watt Grape panels from...

Have ordered three 100 watt Grape panels from Home Depot.Actually ordered on 3 separate occasions. Had them shipped to the store and picked up there.
All 3 were in excellent condition. Get them on...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-06-2017, 10:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,410
Posted By greenhorn1
Bill, I believe you are right based on what...

Bill,
I believe you are right based on what little information I can find.
I was hoping others might have had experience with correcting this.
Actually that was a bad choice of words. Not wishing...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 05-31-2017, 07:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,410
Posted By greenhorn1
2004 EGR out of calibration

Hi All,
My 2004 journey 32T with the 300hp cummins is throwing a scan guage code ID- 27 FM-13. Scangauge says it is: EGR position out of calibration.
The CEL is on and we have a noticeable loss...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-01-2017, 09:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,129
Posted By greenhorn1
This is news to me as well. Would someone...

This is news to me as well.
Would someone please post the how to repair.

Thanks
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-05-2017, 04:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,231
Posted By greenhorn1
Not sure if this will work. But should be an...

Not sure if this will work. But should be an attached picture similar to what I plan to do. I will tilt the fans to help with intake and exhaust.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-05-2017, 03:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,231
Posted By greenhorn1
Hi Joe Thanks for the link--good reading. My...

Hi Joe
Thanks for the link--good reading.
My refer is in the slide and so I have both vents in the sidewall.
I am adding 2 fans to the lower vent panel and 2 fans to the upper vent panel similar...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-05-2017, 07:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,231
Posted By greenhorn1
Rather than removing the refer, I plan to add 2...

Rather than removing the refer, I plan to add 2 60 cfm fans at the bottom vent and 2 76 CFM fans at the top vent.
I watched a video about a guy that added the top vents....
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-04-2017, 11:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,231
Posted By greenhorn1
Can I leave the original fans in place and just...

Can I leave the original fans in place and just add new ones at top and bottom??

Thanks for your replies
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-04-2017, 08:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,231
Posted By greenhorn1
Norcold model 1200 refer fan

Hi all,
Is it possible to replace the cooling fans without removing the refer?
Just checked 1 of the fans and it would not run after connecting to 12 volt source.
I plan to install 2 Aerocool...
Forum: Going Green 01-18-2017, 08:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,353
Posted By greenhorn1
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Is this a dead post? If it was moved i would also like to know-- where to?
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