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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum Yesterday, 06:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 477
Posted By BCam
I think the bad guys are tracking you via GPS.

I think the bad guys are tracking you via GPS.
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 09-29-2023, 07:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 762
Posted By BCam
Don't worry about the super glue preventing you...

Don't worry about the super glue preventing you from removing the screws in the future. It's sheer strength is strong enough to keep them from working loose but will break loose fairly easily when...
Forum: Boondocking 08-13-2023, 11:35 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,201
Posted By BCam
I agree, but, if it doesn't work, it eliminates...

I agree, but, if it doesn't work, it eliminates the generator as the problem, which some posters seem to be suggesting the OP checks out.
Forum: Boondocking 08-13-2023, 01:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,201
Posted By BCam
Is there anyway you can get access to shore...

Is there anyway you can get access to shore power? That way you could determine if your issue relates to your onboard charger, be it a separate converter or integral with your inverter. If shore...
Forum: Boondocking 08-13-2023, 12:09 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,201
Posted By BCam
Adding to Marine359's comments: According to...

Adding to Marine359's comments: According to what I found via Google, the Xantrex Freedom X is an inverter only and doesn't have a charging function. The Freedom XC is an inverter/ charger. Unless...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-31-2023, 02:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,130
Posted By BCam
Technically, Winnebago, from a practical...

Technically, Winnebago, from a practical standpoint, both. The F53 is a stripped chassis made for motorhomes while the F59 is essentially the same animal but made for commercial vehicles. The heavy...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-04-2023, 11:54 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 8,832
Posted By BCam
A related hint is to run both A/C units off your...

A related hint is to run both A/C units off your generator when on the road. This will help ensure that you don't build up an insurmountable heat load by the time you get to your campsite.

Also,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-10-2023, 08:14 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,458
Posted By BCam
It's more than appearance. As a fairly large...

It's more than appearance. As a fairly large person, I've always found dinettes to be somewhat confining and not as comfortable and versatile. In addition to the seat-to-table distance, depending...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 06-09-2023, 12:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 501
Posted By BCam
Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 06-07-2023, 05:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 501
Posted By BCam
Interesting Video on Wago Lever Nut Wire Connectors

I've started using these around the house for both 120V and low voltage DC wiring and they're super easy and secure. Here's a pretty comprehensive video on the topic with respect to RVs.
...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-05-2023, 06:52 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,779
Posted By BCam
The OP hasn't posted since 5/30 so we're just...

The OP hasn't posted since 5/30 so we're just talking to each other. He did write "Thanks" but didn't seem final. In any case, I'm out of here.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-01-2023, 08:10 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,844
Posted By BCam
I think you're in good shape. Nothing you've...

I think you're in good shape. Nothing you've mentioned is unusual or catastrophic. There will always be something to fix and, since it sounds like you're a DIYer, you're in good stead.

How do...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-01-2023, 08:05 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,779
Posted By BCam
My advice is not jump into Lithium or more...

My advice is not jump into Lithium or more specifically Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) until you're sure you're going to be frequently camping without shore power and are adequately educated. The...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-30-2023, 10:32 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,779
Posted By BCam
Generators that will run your A/C are much...

Generators that will run your A/C are much heavier than the common 2000W, or so, variety. For example, the Honda EU2200i weighs in at 46.5 lbs, while the Honda EU3200i weighs in at 60 lbs. This...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-29-2023, 12:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,779
Posted By BCam
It all depends on your power consumption and the...

It all depends on your power consumption and the size of your house battery bank. The biggest issue is what kind of refrigerator you have. If you have an LPG/120V refrigerator, you're in pretty...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 05-27-2023, 10:55 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,850
Posted By BCam
Fairly new used tires are available with decent...

Fairly new used tires are available with decent tread for a comparitively reasonable price. I think I paid $75 for mine, including mounting, at a truck tire shop. This was back in 2018 so I'm sure...
Forum: Full-Timers 05-27-2023, 09:29 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 8,736
Posted By BCam
You should do this sooner rather than later. ...

You should do this sooner rather than later. There are a multitude of potential issues that can have minimal or no symptoms. There's no substitute for seeing a doctor at least annually. Like you,...
Forum: Full-Timers 05-24-2023, 10:49 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 8,736
Posted By BCam
I, too have had very good experience with my...

I, too have had very good experience with my Medicare Advantage plan, Kaiser Senior Advantage. I have some significant medical conditions and have never experienced any issues in accessing or...
Forum: Full-Timers 05-23-2023, 10:45 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 8,736
Posted By BCam
This is not a slam-dunk. Even if you're...

This is not a slam-dunk. Even if you're eligible, you'll be assigned to one of eight priority groups which will affect your ability to get care. More information can be found here: ...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-20-2023, 04:44 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,192
Posted By BCam
Have it your way, you're P.O'd and nothing we say...

Have it your way, you're P.O'd and nothing we say is going to change your mind. I'm out of this discussion.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-20-2023, 04:31 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,192
Posted By BCam
Until a final sales agreement is signed,...

Until a final sales agreement is signed, everything is in the dealer's court, a signed offer allows them to keep your deposit if you back out, compensating them for possibly missing another sales...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-20-2023, 10:10 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,704
Posted By BCam
I agree that the return air grill should be in...

I agree that the return air grill should be in the side of your bed frame with the filter in the under-mattress storage bin.

Eliminating the initial heat load by running your A/C off your...
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 05-20-2023, 09:57 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,610
Posted By BCam
You might want to check out IRV2's sister site,...

You might want to check out IRV2's sister site, sportsmobileforum.com. Although most of their posts have to do with full van conversions, many have relevance to what you're doing, including air...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-30-2023, 11:46 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,266
Posted By BCam
Personally, I'd forget Newmar and find an...

Personally, I'd forget Newmar and find an independent RV tech. I think it would be a two hour job unless access is terrible. Depending on access, this should be a very easy job. I wouldn't cut a...
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 04-28-2023, 08:31 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,610
Posted By BCam
I think a van would make a great tow vehicle. In...

I think a van would make a great tow vehicle. In addition to being dog friendly, you can outfit it with some minimal conveniences to make day trips more comfortable.

The only issue I see is that,...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 04-20-2023, 10:32 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,047
Posted By BCam
AZExpert's current video, and most of his roof...

AZExpert's current video, and most of his roof repair videos, are on Winnebago motorhomes that have a foam sandwich roof consisting of about 2" of foam, sandwiched between two layers of 1/8" Luan...
Forum: Just Conversation 04-10-2023, 12:12 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,088
Posted By BCam
I haven't had a shoulder replacement but I did...

I haven't had a shoulder replacement but I did have rotator cuff replacement. The surgeon told me that recovery from a replacement was easier. My experience pretty much parallels what others have...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-05-2023, 01:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 645
Posted By BCam
1970s VW Bug Gooseneck Trailer

I'd never heard of this before, it's pretty cool. There are two videos:

https://youtu.be/SpwH9WeVEfU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqr2ioQTV5s
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 03-23-2023, 11:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 564
Posted By BCam
None that I can think of. Things like your...

None that I can think of. Things like your propane alarm, radio memory, etc. won't be operational but the whole point of a total disconnect switch is to eliminate such "parasitic" loads. Your...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-12-2023, 11:06 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,036
Posted By BCam
This popped up on my Youtube suggestions...

This popped up on my Youtube suggestions yesterday. It looks like a good, simple design that could be easily adapted to RV use:

https://youtu.be/2tMp_IBvlbo
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-04-2023, 09:59 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,073
Posted By BCam
We've sworn that the next time we go past LA, N/S...

We've sworn that the next time we go past LA, N/S or E/W, we're doing it at o-dark-30. SF isn't nearly as bad as long as you stay out of the city itself don't try it during rush hour.

Death...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-03-2023, 01:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,073
Posted By BCam
I should have mentioned that campsites in...

I should have mentioned that campsites in Yosemite https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/camping.htmValley are tough to come by but there are options outside the valley. Hopefully you have a toad. ...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-03-2023, 11:05 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,073
Posted By BCam
Just come and have fun. Despite all the...

Just come and have fun. Despite all the California bashing, it's a great place to visit. Like anywhere else, crime is usually highly localized so just use good judgement and avoid sketchy areas.
...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-03-2023, 10:41 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,416
Posted By BCam
I did the same with Progressive, mainly because...

I did the same with Progressive, mainly because mine is equipped with an hydraulic wheelchair lift for which a PO had paid $15K a couple of years before I purchased my 2002 Itasca Suncruiser in 2017.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-28-2023, 11:33 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,995
Posted By BCam
I wonder why the one next to it hasn't been moved?

I wonder why the one next to it hasn't been moved?
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-26-2023, 07:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,728
Posted By BCam
I've watched a couple of other Youtube reviews,...

I've watched a couple of other Youtube reviews, some with teardowns but they're just not in the same league as Will Prowse. One that I watched recently commented about the low temp charging sensor...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-20-2023, 10:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,207
Posted By BCam
Here's a link to a document published by...

Here's a link to a document published by Winnebago explaining parasitic draws (or loads):
...
Forum: Gulf Stream Owner's Forum 02-19-2023, 10:17 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,259
Posted By BCam
Interesting. I think this is commonly...

Interesting. I think this is commonly accomplished with a parking brake interlock.

Unless you're prevented from doing so, I don't see a downside of having your engine running. It's not going to...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-19-2023, 09:57 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,207
Posted By BCam
Most OEM disconnect switches don't completely cut...

Most OEM disconnect switches don't completely cut the power. Things like propane alarms, etc. stay on. These are commonly known as parasitic loads and will run down your batteries over time. ...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-18-2023, 07:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,391
Posted By BCam
There are usage factors in cold weather as well. ...

There are usage factors in cold weather as well. Heaters run longer, you may spend more time inside using power, etc.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-18-2023, 05:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,391
Posted By BCam
I've tried to keep up on things relating to...

I've tried to keep up on things relating to LiFePO4 ("Lithium" is too general a term to use in discussing RV batteries) batteries as much as possible and there are a lot of resources, some good,...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-18-2023, 12:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,207
Posted By BCam
Keep in mind that the larger the panel, the...

Keep in mind that the larger the panel, the greater the need for a controller. There's some variation in the recommendations so here's a search so you can make up your mind as to whether you need a...
Forum: Gulf Stream Owner's Forum 02-17-2023, 08:40 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,259
Posted By BCam
I probably shouldn't be replying since I know...

I probably shouldn't be replying since I know nothing about Gulf Streams or Lippert slides, but I've always been under the impression that it's best to operate slides with the engine running to...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-11-2023, 11:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 524
Posted By BCam
What brand and model is your system? There was a...

What brand and model is your system? There was a recent thread about rebuilding an HWH cylinder on a 2008 Fleetwood Fiesta and it wasn't a simple process, something I would tackle:
...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-28-2023, 06:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,241
Posted By BCam
https://magnolia.com/watch/show/05f58ef5-d2f1-5274...

https://magnolia.com/watch/show/05f58ef5-d2f1-5274-823e-895af3c39e8c/van-go/
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 01-28-2023, 06:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 849
Posted By BCam
It's been many decades since my last physics...

It's been many decades since my last physics class but here's what I think: In the proverbial perfect world, a gradual stop with very minimal braking being applied would be very similar to towing...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-26-2023, 04:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 751
Posted By BCam
I think you're out of luck in finding a lesser...

I think you're out of luck in finding a lesser priced alternative that meets your criteria. The only GC2 battery I found was a Discover SLP-GC2-12V battery, but it was $1,200 and is manufactured in...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 01-23-2023, 10:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 394
Posted By BCam
I don't see anything unique about the Ready Brute...

I don't see anything unique about the Ready Brute and this issue. It applies your toad's brakes via a cable, which has the same effect as you would if you were pressing on the brakes. It's going to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-20-2023, 12:00 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,822
Posted By BCam
If you're a DIYer, Winnebago is the only...

If you're a DIYer, Winnebago is the only manufacturer I know of that makes a ton of technical information available online including wiring diagrams, plumbing diagrams, interactive 3-D parts...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-19-2023, 08:33 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,324
Posted By BCam
As far as I know, the only difference it might...

As far as I know, the only difference it might make would be the polarity reading of the current flow, which isn't an issue. Polarity is also dependent on which direction your clamp is facing. I...
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