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Posted By Krbjmpr

Do you have adequate air circulation for Victron...

Do you have adequate air circulation for Victron hardware? Heat sinks look to be horizontal against board, no convection air circulation.

I tried running an older (way old) air compressor inside...

Forum: Bus Conversions

03-19-2024, 10:33 AM

Replies: 47

Views: 6,766

Posted By Krbjmpr

Look into Oasis, low pressure diesel burner,...

Look into Oasis, low pressure diesel burner, smaller installation package.

Not sure how much hydronic they would support.

I tried running my townhouse off the Journey's solar. Its doable. I...

Forum: Bus Conversions

03-19-2024, 12:27 AM

Replies: 47

Views: 6,766

Posted By Krbjmpr

One of the atypical things I did to my Journey...

One of the atypical things I did to my Journey was propane injection. Despite a previous owner having hydro hot installed, eliminating propane water heater and need to use propane furnace, there was...

Forum: Bus Conversions

03-18-2024, 11:40 PM

Replies: 47

Views: 6,766

Posted By Krbjmpr

Tried to find good pic of current gen Starlink...

Tried to find good pic of current gen Starlink connections, not happening. Just theorizing... Starling housing is likely ABS, as is more sun resistant than many other plastics. If enough space...

Forum: Bus Conversions

03-17-2024, 09:15 PM

Replies: 47

Views: 6,766

Posted By Krbjmpr

My mistake. I saw stainless steel ... box,...

My mistake.
I saw stainless steel ... box, Amazon truncated ad on my phone.

Regarding watertight connectors...
What connector is Starlink using? My old Ground Control Ku setup used regular f...

Forum: Bus Conversions

03-13-2024, 06:41 AM

Replies: 47

Views: 6,766

Posted By Krbjmpr

Maybe I missed something... You are using...

Maybe I missed something...

You are using antennas inside a stainless steel box? Is box the version with plastic cover?

Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions

03-13-2024, 06:36 AM

Replies: 5

windshield wipers only work on high speed

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Posted By Krbjmpr

Have you verified the motor itself is good? On...

Have you verified the motor itself is good? On hign, is there power coming out of controller on different pins?

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

02-22-2024, 10:10 PM

Replies: 4

4 way water diverter valve

Views: 493

Posted By Krbjmpr

I routinely add a valve after water pump. Not...

I routinely add a valve after water pump. Not only does it make easier to change / maintain water pump without disconnecting city water, but also gives you away to shut off errant water flow.

I...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

01-18-2024, 10:39 PM

Replies: 17

Tablo

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Posted By Krbjmpr

I played with the initial shield, way back in...

I played with the initial shield, way back in 2014 / 2015. Had a bear of a time getting playstore to run. Just did a quick check, looks like was an issue that was later corrected.

If memory...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

01-12-2024, 11:25 PM

Replies: 17

Tablo

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Posted By Krbjmpr

Similar to what I have, but in separate...

Similar to what I have, but in separate containers. Little bit less efficient, but it works for me.

Had another project dropped in my lap for eval. Rebuild / Repair / Rework HV supply that uses...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

01-12-2024, 01:32 AM

Replies: 6

Onan Microlite4000 KY

Views: 422

Posted By Krbjmpr

Lookie Lookie! Service manual with your...

Lookie Lookie!

Service manual with your spec B in wiring diagrams.
Use this one. It is 'mo bettuh'.
Forget about the one I posted.

...

Forum: Bus Conversions

01-12-2024, 12:23 AM

Replies: 47

Views: 6,766

Posted By Krbjmpr

Looks at the Sherwood R977...that suddenly seems...

Looks at the Sherwood R977...that suddenly seems lacking...

You win. :whistling:

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

01-11-2024, 11:58 PM

Replies: 17

Tablo

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Posted By Krbjmpr

No, I disagree. The intended environment is...

No, I disagree. The intended environment is something that is supplied with 120vac, has router, 75ohm antenna connection, etc.

This is a fairly sensitive device, and is rated at 12vdc. Not 12.5,...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

01-11-2024, 11:26 PM

Replies: 17

Tablo

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Posted By Krbjmpr

I wish it was that easy. Most regulators of that...

I wish it was that easy. Most regulators of that variety are adjustable, and have same 'problem' with input vs output. Needs to have a difference, presumably so switching elements can operate. I am...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

01-11-2024, 11:18 PM

Replies: 3

Truma Wall unit heat system

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Posted By Krbjmpr

Well, you may have a collapsed keycap. That would...

Well, you may have a collapsed keycap. That would certainly ruin a day, but should also throw an Err on display when DC is off, then turned on.

Just so I understand, you called for service, but...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

01-11-2024, 12:32 AM

Replies: 17

Tablo

Views: 1,541

Posted By Krbjmpr

The newer Tablo multi-tuners are said to give off...

The newer Tablo multi-tuners are said to give off less heat. I literally had mine under a mesh shelf that I set my coffee cup on. It helped keep coffee warm. Internal hard drives / SSDs are nice too....

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

01-11-2024, 12:25 AM

Replies: 6

Onan Microlite4000 KY

Views: 422

Posted By Krbjmpr

Your genset is a spec B, the manual below starts...

Your genset is a spec B, the manual below starts with Spec J, 7 revisions newer. But, it may get you to the finish line with the wiring.

Hope it helps you out. 5 Pages of Wiring Diagrams...

Forum: Bus Conversions

01-11-2024, 12:13 AM

Replies: 47

Views: 6,766

Posted By Krbjmpr

Dishwasher Are you going in with a drawer...

Dishwasher
Are you going in with a drawer style, counter top built into recess, or a residential? Doubt you are going the commercial route.

My Sportsman TT was going to be the recipient of a...

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

01-09-2024, 11:02 PM

Replies: 5

Plywood exterior coating for slide out floor

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Posted By Krbjmpr

Manufacturers have used multiple ways of...

Manufacturers have used multiple ways of weather-resisting slide floors.

If your slide is schwintek / in-wall style type of mechanics, darco adhesive back sheets can be used nicely.

Power Gear...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

01-09-2024, 10:47 PM

Replies: 17

Tablo

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Posted By Krbjmpr

How did you setup your shield? I assume is...

How did you setup your shield? I assume is something that is functionally similar to Roku or FireStick. Is it turn key out of the box? Anything else needed?

Forum: Bus Conversions

01-09-2024, 10:44 PM

Replies: 47

Views: 6,766

Posted By Krbjmpr

It may be too little too late... If you need...

It may be too little too late...

If you need an extra bolt or 50 somewhere, use a foam safe adhesive and glue 26ga steel flashing to the foam panels. Can either use drywall screws into the...

Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum

01-09-2024, 10:20 PM

Replies: 7

Fuses n relays - '87 Glendale Sterling / Ford E350

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Posted By Krbjmpr

I have seen dual pumps, main pump and booster...

I have seen dual pumps, main pump and booster pump, used when fuel pump was located *on the rail* and was a low pressure variety. Transfer valve also located close by. Come to think of it, this 1987...

Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum

01-09-2024, 10:13 PM

Replies: 6

A/C dashboard freon leak

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Posted By Krbjmpr

Past customer shared that same attitude, finally...

Past customer shared that same attitude, finally brought this old hoopty Class A DP in when dash AC failed to cool at all, and wouldn't take any more refrigerant.

Quickly found compressor cycling...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

01-08-2024, 12:52 AM

Replies: 3

Looking for remanufactured parts

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Posted By Krbjmpr

I read your post as looking for shelves for .... ...

I read your post as looking for shelves for .... and was going to suggest to visit glass shop and have custom cut / finished.

The only 2 suggestions I can make for the door shelves is to...

Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum

01-07-2024, 11:21 PM

Replies: 7

Fuses n relays - '87 Glendale Sterling / Ford E350

Views: 535

Posted By Krbjmpr

Can you hear the fuel pump run? 1 fuel tank, or...

Can you hear the fuel pump run?
1 fuel tank, or 2?

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

01-07-2024, 11:13 PM

Replies: 1

Hydrohot

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Posted By Krbjmpr

For both diesel and electric modes, or just 1? ...

For both diesel and electric modes, or just 1?

Which HydroHot model do you have?

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

01-07-2024, 10:53 PM

Replies: 6

Onan Microlite4000 KY

Views: 422

Posted By Krbjmpr

Do you happen to know what model # and spec your...

Do you happen to know what model # and spec your genset is?

01-07-2024, 10:48 PM

Replies: 19

Views: 3,150

Posted By Krbjmpr

Regarding holding a button, consider something...

Regarding holding a button, consider something like this:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08CCVJWL9

You would need a relay for each button function. Example: For a TV Lift, you would need a relay...

01-06-2024, 11:07 PM

Replies: 25

Views: 4,297

Posted By Krbjmpr

Looked at the link, difference between pusher and...

Looked at the link, difference between pusher and puller installations, beyond which side of radiator, is reversing the wires. I read that as being a brushed motor, as brushless cannot change...

01-06-2024, 10:44 PM

Replies: 19

Views: 3,150

Posted By Krbjmpr

Air Seals on slides. Truly is a fantastic idea,...

Air Seals on slides. Truly is a fantastic idea, wish more manufacturers implemented the idea, but cost is high. And noise from the little compressor when it fires in middle of night because...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

01-06-2024, 12:13 AM

Replies: 3

Tecma Thetford macerator toilet water adjustment?

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Posted By Krbjmpr

Sounds like you have an EcoSwitch control panel,...

Sounds like you have an EcoSwitch control panel, but if memory serves, this panel has only been around for a few years. Is this a relatively recent install?

The only time I have seen this panel...

Forum: Full-Timers

01-05-2024, 10:57 PM

Replies: 26

Manufacturers warrantees for full timers

Views: 1,577

Posted By Krbjmpr

Timeliness of warranty repairs is a good...

Timeliness of warranty repairs is a good question.

When I was mobile, there were 3 ways that I could approach warranty repairs.

1) Customer pay, and get reimbursed. This by far was the most...

01-05-2024, 10:48 PM

Replies: 19

Views: 3,150

Posted By Krbjmpr

I wonder if the box of belts is needed for when...

I wonder if the box of belts is needed for when engine starts up with no air, belts slip (excessively?), causing premature failure?

Silly thought: I wonder if putting a valve on air supply...

Forum: RV'ing with Pets

01-05-2024, 10:41 PM

Replies: 6

Cellular based temperature monitors

Views: 564

Posted By Krbjmpr

Depends on how extensive the power failure is. If...

Depends on how extensive the power failure is. If it is limited to your site or row of sites, then wifi for park may still stay up. If more extensive, then entire park and surround immediate areas...

01-05-2024, 10:36 PM

Replies: 2

Emergency Improvisation - EuroBus Cooling

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Posted By Krbjmpr

Well, technically, anything is replaceable. ...

Well, technically, anything is replaceable.
Perhaps not brains, as exampled by some of our leaders.

I did pose that very question to the service contract administrator, and they were not...

Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum

01-05-2024, 10:26 PM

Replies: 6

2011 sprinter won't start and blow fuses

Views: 804

Posted By Krbjmpr

My issue was different. The fuse that I was...

My issue was different.
The fuse that I was blowing was a 100ish amp, located on starter cable.
That 20A is completely different than mine.
What does the lid of the fuse cover indicate that fuse...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

01-05-2024, 10:59 AM

Replies: 5

Cell phone signal booster

Views: 856

Posted By Krbjmpr

The Winnebago 360 LTE model is very straight...

The Winnebago 360 LTE model is very straight forward, single hole, can probably use the existing (if present) hole for the crank-up TV Antenna. Wifi, Cellular, TV, can all come through 1 unit. After...

Forum: Full-Timers

01-05-2024, 10:43 AM

Replies: 26

Manufacturers warrantees for full timers

Views: 1,577

Posted By Krbjmpr

Grand Design used to feature "Residential...

Grand Design used to feature "Residential Vehicles" in their pamphlets and other documentation. Never had an issue pushing warranty repair through GD. But, Winnebago has acquired GD some time ago...

Forum: RV'ing with Pets

01-05-2024, 10:39 AM

Replies: 6

Cellular based temperature monitors

Views: 564

Posted By Krbjmpr

I don't think I would favor either one. Marcell...

I don't think I would favor either one. Marcell requires a subscription through them, and the $9 isnt too bad. But, it appears that you have to buy a quantity of "instant updates" capabilities to...

Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum

01-05-2024, 10:22 AM

Replies: 6

A/C dashboard freon leak

Views: 787

Posted By Krbjmpr

I changed evaporator on similar coach. Eaton was...

I changed evaporator on similar coach. Eaton was brand name, maybe Evans. Something like that. Process was a chrome plated.. problem.

The biggest problems I have found on remote air...

01-05-2024, 10:00 AM

Replies: 19

Views: 3,150

Posted By Krbjmpr

Nah, I am sure that we would just refine each...

Nah, I am sure that we would just refine each other's ideas.

I still get frustrated about the whole service process, even though not in the business anymore. People thought they would have...

01-04-2024, 11:45 PM

Replies: 19

Views: 3,150

Posted By Krbjmpr

Good grief, what a monster! I don't remember the...

Good grief, what a monster! I don't remember the bus having that. More like a gear driven pump that supplied a manifold which switched between low and high speed. Ah, I remembered something else....

01-04-2024, 11:39 PM

Replies: 19

Views: 3,150

Posted By Krbjmpr

I don't think it was, but honestly don't really...

I don't think it was, but honestly don't really remember. I would think that it wouldn't be as a change in pressure (fan kicking in / out of high) would affect steering in some way.

I do remember...

01-04-2024, 11:33 PM

Replies: 19

Views: 3,150

Posted By Krbjmpr

We did split a 12pk of beer afterwards, does that...

We did split a 12pk of beer afterwards, does that count? I think she drank most of it.

Its odd. Service call in campground / rv park / home / etc, and would usually get a tip, handshake, heart...

01-04-2024, 11:03 PM

Replies: 25

Views: 4,297

Posted By Krbjmpr

I am thinking that you might be thinking of...

I am thinking that you might be thinking of something else. Where do you think that I am pulling thousands of watts? First time thought was just a typo.

So, we agree that battery was...

01-04-2024, 10:39 AM

Replies: 25

Views: 4,297

Posted By Krbjmpr

No idea about fan watts. If you really need to...

No idea about fan watts. If you really need to know, I can contact owner and inquire. Not.
Oreilly doesn't have record of purchase anymore.

DC Generator will source power if output is greater...

01-04-2024, 10:00 AM

Replies: 62

Personal Property Tax in Missouri

Views: 7,686

Posted By Krbjmpr

I used to live in MO, moved my family out there...

I used to live in MO, moved my family out there and eventually started a Mobile RV service. Personal taxes were killing me.

Tax on the travel trailer.
Tax on the motorhome.
Tax on the pickup....

01-04-2024, 09:36 AM

Replies: 25