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Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-02-2023, 06:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,191
Posted By TenderSeat
Thanks to Everyone!

This is why I like the iRV2 Forums! Thanks for some excellent suggestions addressing my issue. I think my first step will be a reflash at the Ford dealer, and we will go from there. Thanks everyone!
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 06-27-2023, 01:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,191
Posted By TenderSeat
F-450 alert message

We most recently had to trade our F-350 for a 2022 F-450 (diesel engine blew at 41K miles!). Pulling a Solitude fifth-wheel: Three times we got a "warning" notice on the dash display, "trailer is...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-25-2023, 07:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 608
Posted By TenderSeat
Problem solved!

We contacted Grand Design tech support. Those guys are fantastic! A quick discussion of the problem and walking me through several multi-meter readings led us to a fuse bus bar behind the batteries....
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-05-2023, 06:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 608
Posted By TenderSeat
You guys are all great, and this Forum is most...

You guys are all great, and this Forum is most helpful. Now I have some direction on tracking down the problem. I'm waiting until I get in a warmer climate (currently in northern Indiana) and then I...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-04-2023, 05:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 608
Posted By TenderSeat
Irregular power boon docking

We have 4 lithium batteries, 400 amp total, almost fully charged at 13.3volts. Interior lights are fine, but when the water pump runs, the lights flash off and on. When the gas heat runs, it only...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-17-2023, 05:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,317
Posted By TenderSeat
Correct...already have Transfer Switch in place.

Correct...already have Transfer Switch in place.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-16-2023, 05:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,317
Posted By TenderSeat
Victron MultiPlus-II 2x120V Inverter/Charger

I will be installing the Victron MultiPlus-II 2x120V Inverter/Charger on my 5th-wheel. Videos I've watched diagram the flow from shore power > transfer switch (I have a generator on board) > inverter...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-30-2023, 05:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 492
Posted By TenderSeat
Thanks guys! Your comments make sense, and that...

Thanks guys! Your comments make sense, and that is one reason I like iRV2...I usually get great advice and feedback. Have a great day!
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-29-2023, 05:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 492
Posted By TenderSeat
Hot Water power miser

Asking for Pros and Cons of leaving electricity to hot water heater on all the time. A couple of YouTubers advocate intermittent power because it stays hot for several hours, and of course uses less...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-16-2023, 12:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 554
Posted By TenderSeat
I spoke to a Zamp representative today....

I spoke to a Zamp representative today. Apparently the controllers that were produced in 2018-2019 cannot compensate for the "lower absorption rate" of newer lithium batteries. So the problem is the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-11-2023, 10:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 554
Posted By TenderSeat
Thanks for the input, guys! Yesterday, I went on...

Thanks for the input, guys! Yesterday, I went on the roof and unplugged the solar panel...the flickering stopped. Replugged and flickering persisted. Today I disconnected the Zamp Solar Controller...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-10-2023, 10:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 554
Posted By TenderSeat
Question 12v Power fluctuation

Recently installed 2 LionEnergy Safari UT 1300 lithium iron phosphate batteries. I have a solar panel on the roof feeding to a Zamp ZS-30A Controller/Battery Charger, set to LiFePO4. I replaced OEM...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-21-2022, 10:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 561
Posted By TenderSeat
rat in the basement

I'm trying to trap or kill the little bast**d, but also trying to determine where he got in. Can anyone advise me if there is access to the insulation, and subsequently to the basement, from under...
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 11-19-2022, 05:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,836
Posted By TenderSeat
Our 5th-wheel has the Lippert Level-UP...

Our 5th-wheel has the Lippert Level-UP auto-leveling hydraulic jack system which means that the front jacks work in sequence. After the right side has retracted, the left jack will retract...so I'm...
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 11-18-2022, 09:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,836
Posted By TenderSeat
B&W Companion Hitch failure

We have the B&W Companion Hitch attached to the OEM Ford F350 bed receptacles. Watching some YouTubes, there are suggestions that a 'pull test' be performed to assure that a 5th-wheel will not slip...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-17-2022, 10:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 633
Posted By TenderSeat
Thanks. That makes sense. If it is a snug,...

Thanks. That makes sense. If it is a snug, slip-fit, I would think there is opportunity for some leakage (maybe just a little) if the tank was completely full, but we never allow the tanks to get to...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-16-2022, 04:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 633
Posted By TenderSeat
Kitchen drain flexes in Grand Design 310GK

Looking for peace of mind. When the P-trap is off, the ABS line to the grey tank seems to have a lot of play or wiggle. I had assumed that it would be a very rigid line between the P-trap and the...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 04-09-2022, 11:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 489
Posted By TenderSeat
We recently purchased an HP Deskjet 3772, which...

We recently purchased an HP Deskjet 3772, which is very small, prints well (although somewhat slowly) and has a built in scanner. It fits well inside a bench seat at the table. However, I find I use...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 05-10-2021, 05:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,275
Posted By TenderSeat
Thanks for the link! I'm thinking the price...

Thanks for the link! I'm thinking the price exceeds the benefits.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 05-06-2021, 05:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,275
Posted By TenderSeat
Good advice. I don't think there is any video...

Good advice. I don't think there is any video cable pre-wired, but I'll reach out to a fellow Winnebago owner and see what he found on his rig. Thanks
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 05-05-2021, 08:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,275
Posted By TenderSeat
Backup camera - what do I need?

Help! My travel trailer is pre-wired with Voyager Wi-sight, my 2019 F-250 has cameras on the monitor, and says it can be expanded for more camera. The only connection between the trailer and the...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-29-2020, 06:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,791
Posted By TenderSeat
Portable marine fuel tank & generator

Can an inverter generator be coupled to a portable marine fuel tank to avoid constantly filling the onboard generator tank (especially in the middle of the night)? Will the generator engine pull the...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-29-2020, 06:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 891
Posted By TenderSeat
We are planning an extended 60 day trek to...

We are planning an extended 60 day trek to Alaska, and drive a diesel. We will boondock several nights on the trip. Our trailer has two 30#LP tanks. So our concern was the added weight of the gas...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-28-2020, 06:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 891
Posted By TenderSeat
Convert gas generator to LP

I searched for a previous post to this question, but no luck. I want to put an LP conversion package on my Predator 3500 generator. The package exists, and I feel competent installing it, but is...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-14-2020, 05:33 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 20,637
Posted By TenderSeat
It's a sport? There is organized competitions??...

It's a sport? There is organized competitions?? Categories like 'blindfolded', 'one hand tied behind the back'? :laugh::laugh: Re: Masterlock...good to know!
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-10-2020, 06:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 606
Posted By TenderSeat
Wiring for 12V reading lights

I'm tapping into existing 12v wiring to add two 12v reading lights in parallel. I happen to have a large spool of "Philips 16 Guage Speaker Wire" on hand. It is multi-strand, like you find on a...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-17-2019, 06:26 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,682
Posted By TenderSeat
Wow! I am getting a much needed education on...

Wow! I am getting a much needed education on tires! Thank you!!
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-15-2019, 06:40 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,682
Posted By TenderSeat
That sounds like a sensible approach to my...

That sounds like a sensible approach to my quandary! Thanks!
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-14-2019, 11:03 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,682
Posted By TenderSeat
ST vers LT tires

I've seen various comments regarding trailer tires. Some advocate changing out to a Goodyear Endurance ST from the stock Chinese tires that come with the trailer. Others say to switch to a LT (light...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-14-2019, 10:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,094
Posted By TenderSeat
Avoiding Plumbing Freeze while on road

Hello Everyone! We have a travel trailer that is supposedly "Extreme Weather" ready with "Enclosed Tanks". But we are planning a December trip to Nashville, where it can be Extreme! Any thoughts on...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 07-12-2019, 06:25 AM
Replies: 1,435
Views: 308,184
Posted By TenderSeat
Unless laws have changed since my time as a...

Unless laws have changed since my time as a banker, the bank is only liable for fraudulent CREDIT CARD charges, and not liable for fraudulent DEBIT CARD charges. The advice above to keep a separate...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 05-24-2019, 07:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 996
Posted By TenderSeat
I believe my problem resulted from backing into a...

I believe my problem resulted from backing into a parked position while still in a hard turn. I appreciate all the situations you mention, as well. Thanks.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 05-23-2019, 06:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 996
Posted By TenderSeat
Thank you! After pulling straight a bit, they do...

Thank you! After pulling straight a bit, they do look aligned. I'm feeling much better! Thanks :thumb:
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 05-22-2019, 09:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 996
Posted By TenderSeat
Towable trailer wheel alignment

Hello! We purchased a 2019 Winnebago Minni towable last week. After many miles returning home and parking it, we notice that the front set of wheels do not actually track the same as the rear, and...
Forum: New Member Check-In 07-08-2018, 10:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 333
Posted By TenderSeat
Smile New husband/wife from Fort Walton Beach, FL

New member of Forums as of yesterday. Both of us are now retired. One 'excursion' under our belts...purchased slightly used 28' bunkhouse Apex TT. Not our first choice for size and amenities, but...
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