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Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-07-2021, 04:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 917
Posted By Libero
Thanks to all who responded. This selection...

Thanks to all who responded.

This selection gives me more options.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-03-2021, 05:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 917
Posted By Libero
Macerator Selection

I have been using a sewer discharge Macerator for about 20 years - on various rigs. (Have been an RVer since my first popup in the early 60's so I have been at this for a long time but now that I am...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-21-2021, 03:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 750
Posted By Libero
Think fuel supply is shutting down. Are other gas...

Think fuel supply is shutting down. Are other gas appliances ok?
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 08-22-2021, 11:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 619
Posted By Libero
Saw that scary video, the narrator mentions a...

Saw that scary video, the narrator mentions a bumper tow hitch. Really!!! Would anyone tow a vehicle with just a bumper connect? Did not show any safety cables at all either. Wow - so lucky there...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 05-24-2021, 04:40 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 50,019
Posted By Libero
Great it is working. That is why I asked the...

Great it is working. That is why I asked the question if it was inoperable on electric & propane.

Now that it is operating, I suggest you get an IR thermometer then measure & record temperatures...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 05-21-2021, 11:42 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 50,019
Posted By Libero
Thx - not a good sign if the coils are hot and...

Thx - not a good sign if the coils are hot and no absorption occurs. It depends on how hot but operating outside level limits can cause the gas to crystallize and form clots just like in one's...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 05-19-2021, 11:08 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 50,019
Posted By Libero
Does this happen when on electric & propane?

Does this happen when on electric & propane?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-10-2021, 08:03 AM
Replies: 252
Views: 22,007
Posted By Libero
Our Mantra is: that whatever steps you can...

Our Mantra is: that whatever steps you can reasonably do for contingency planning simply makes sense. For us, in part, this means travelling with full freshwater, empty grey & black thanks. Full...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-15-2021, 07:57 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 11,280
Posted By Libero
Have been RVing for >60 years. Yes, this makes me...

Have been RVing for >60 years. Yes, this makes me an octogenarian, but I am still RVing. Not so much right now during COVID but we have a few trips planned. We started small with a popup and then...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-14-2021, 04:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 697
Posted By Libero
I suspect your HW element is leaking current to...

I suspect your HW element is leaking current to ground. A circuit overload should never trip a CGFI switch. Only a non-balanced current load between hot and neutral would pop a serviceable CGFI...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-14-2021, 01:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 884
Posted By Libero
Checked 2007 Neptune manual - the stock panel...

Checked 2007 Neptune manual - the stock panel does not have any tandem breakers. It has ganged 50A breakers. These should disconnect L1 & L2 respectively. Do you mean you can turn these breakers off...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-14-2021, 06:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 884
Posted By Libero
Think we need more info. Please articulate...

Think we need more info. Please articulate "electric pulse" and what you mean by "tandem breaker" in this circuit. Normally a tandem breaker is used to provide an extra circuit from one normal...
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 03-31-2021, 06:17 PM
Replies: 284
Views: 20,296
Posted By Libero
This link was sent to me and I thought it...

This link was sent to me and I thought it worthwhile to pass it on.

https://www.worldlifeexpectancy.com/selected-deaths-vs-covid-19-united-states
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 03-23-2021, 02:33 PM
Replies: 284
Views: 20,296
Posted By Libero
Got our 1st Pfizer shot 2 weeks ago. This...

Got our 1st Pfizer shot 2 weeks ago. This reportedly give us about 85% efficacy at this stage in the process, per the latest published studies & rises to ~95% after shot 2.

Being partially...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-23-2021, 02:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 394
Posted By Libero
Suggest you check all connections unless you did...

Suggest you check all connections unless you did that already.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-20-2020, 03:28 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,506
Posted By Libero
Think you might mean Hydrometer that measures...

Think you might mean Hydrometer that measures specific gravity. A hygrometer measures moisture content. Usually used to check soil for water content.

Likely a typo or a product of an errand spell...
Forum: Palazzo Motorhomes 12-16-2020, 10:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,166
Posted By Libero
Generator Running but no House Power

Of course checking all breakers is the 1st place one would check, but your ATS might be faulty, (ATS = Automatic Transfer Switch)
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-02-2020, 02:43 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,971
Posted By Libero
Yes get a good RV deep cycle battery. AGM or...

Yes get a good RV deep cycle battery. AGM or Iithium if your charger will work on those batteries. If your furnace fan runs a lot it will not last 3 days. Your pump, LED lights and DC required for...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-02-2020, 02:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,176
Posted By Libero
Jim I don't have any experience in...

Jim

I don't have any experience in converting a generator from gasoline to propane on any of the many RVs (motorhomes) I have owned. Something I would never do. In fact I would not want to run...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 10-31-2020, 02:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 479
Posted By Libero
It looks like your converter is not charging. ...

It looks like your converter is not charging. Check breakers/switches and then measure converter input. Which should be the line voltage that is not likely 110v. It is likely closer to 120vac. Then...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-05-2020, 04:28 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 19,489
Posted By Libero
I would think most RVers would agree that we...

I would think most RVers would agree that we should never discharge contaminants in a location that could negatively impact others.

Someone mentioned a Macerator. I totally agree.

Having a...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-01-2020, 03:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 594
Posted By Libero
If you have a bad power source connection the PC...

If you have a bad power source connection the PC may be reverting to battery mode and dim, but if you only get 10min on your battery it is either toast or there is something wrong with the charging...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-27-2020, 04:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,749
Posted By Libero
Ok for TV - current draw would be low on an LED...

Ok for TV - current draw would be low on an LED and less on a OLED.

Suggest you get a kill-a-watt meter to check current drain on your appliances or a loop ammeter.

I suspect your TV is less...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-14-2020, 03:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 630
Posted By Libero
When you put external AC power to your MH the ATS...

When you put external AC power to your MH the ATS (Automatic Transfer Switch) is activated. You normally hear a click when that engages Your converter/inverter also has a transfer switch. When...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 09-10-2020, 02:34 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,131
Posted By Libero
My License plates have Veteran spelled on them....

My License plates have Veteran spelled on them. You can only get these by proving you are a veteran.

After 30 years service I would say I deserve the recognition and I like to recognize other...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-04-2020, 08:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 450
Posted By Libero
Indeed you are safe. The circuit breaker will...

Indeed you are safe. The circuit breaker will trip if you exceed 30A.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-08-2020, 09:49 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 50,019
Posted By Libero
Leisure Van Owner

In the answer to the Initial Post, Yes, We could all benefit by having an LTV forum.

I have owned a Leisure Van Libero for 10 years and love it. Downsized from a 40'DP and would not go back to a...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 06-04-2020, 09:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 667
Posted By Libero
Re connections post. Agree the best place to...

Re connections post. Agree the best place to start the investigation is to disconnect power and inspect and tighten all connections. This applies to electrical connections & mounting assembly. If...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-02-2020, 08:13 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,233
Posted By Libero
I think the responses indicate that most RV'ers...

I think the responses indicate that most RV'ers travel with the propane turned on. Hardly ever shut my Propane Tank down except where required: such as refuelling the Propane Tank or when required on...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-01-2020, 06:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,096
Posted By Libero
Happy travels. Others have provided sound...

Happy travels.

Others have provided sound advice re repair manuals and such and there is a wealth of info on YouTube, but I recomend that you not only get "How-To" material, I suggest that you get...
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 05-23-2020, 08:25 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 7,154
Posted By Libero
Have not been on this site for a couple of years,...

Have not been on this site for a couple of years, but I was intrigued by the responses to this survey - more people based on this survey would not get tested vs those who would. Hmmm just musing.
...
Forum: Full-Timers 09-27-2017, 09:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,324
Posted By Libero
Like the options provided on that site. I have...

Like the options provided on that site. I have Type 2 diabetes and a couple of alergies. DW is on warfarin & a heart condition medical people should be aware of.

We currently have a clunky dumb...
Forum: Full-Timers 09-27-2017, 12:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,324
Posted By Libero
Our respective GP's (DW & I) plus our dentist & ...

Our respective GP's (DW & I) plus our dentist & the Vet's office for our dog, converted 100% to electronic document record keeping many years ago. We receive electronic copies of mostly...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 04-16-2017, 04:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 884
Posted By Libero
what3words - Fantastic Idea and Implementation

Have not been on IRV2 for awhile but I thought I would check-in to see who might be using "what3words" for Navigation or finding friends or locations based on the 3 words you were given. Yes you can...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-05-2016, 06:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,633
Posted By Libero
An overload should not trip a GFCI breaker.

An overload should not trip a GFCI breaker.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-28-2016, 07:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,573
Posted By Libero
Works great. Have had other Brake systems that...

Works great. Have had other Brake systems that work fine also but the ready brake is simple and works fine. I have a Blue Ox bar so I need the Ready Brake extension, but if I had nothing, I would...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-25-2016, 08:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,194
Posted By Libero
I presume your water lines are not frozen or...

I presume your water lines are not frozen or plugged so to isolate an electrical problem source I would put a voltmeter across the input power lines to your pump, to determine if the fault is...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 01-23-2016, 08:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,687
Posted By Libero
As others have implied. Some (perhaps most) RV...

As others have implied. Some (perhaps most) RV chargers and even golf cart chargers require sufficient voltage to activate the safety relay that opens the charging circuit. If an extremely low...
Forum: Forum 101 | Announcements | Forum Concerns 01-21-2016, 05:57 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 13,180
Posted By Libero
Access via Android App is back

Access via Android App is back
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-17-2016, 06:06 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 8,432
Posted By Libero
Have owned many RV's including DP's. Have seen...

Have owned many RV's including DP's. Have seen DP's with a door in behind the Nav seat - pic of the Newmar is an example. Many times when I had the DP's I wished I had a door where I did not have to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-09-2016, 09:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,430
Posted By Libero
Sold my 01 in 2005 when I bought a 40' Dynasty -...

Sold my 01 in 2005 when I bought a 40' Dynasty - it looks like the boost relay in the pic. Had minor problems with the 40' Diplomat LE. But did have to replace the exhaust manifold gasket. I kept...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-09-2016, 06:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 926
Posted By Libero
RV Wizard nailed it. Many (perhaps most)...

RV Wizard nailed it. Many (perhaps most) Voltmeters measure RMS (Root Means Squared) voltage based on a pure sine wave at designed frequency ranges. Some measure average voltage. The difference in...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-08-2016, 10:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,430
Posted By Libero
I once owned a 01 Diplomat. It did not have any...

I once owned a 01 Diplomat. It did not have any type of "BIRD" (Bi-directional Isolution Relay) system. Meaning: The alternator did not charge the battery, nor did the charger provide DC to the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-02-2016, 09:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,591
Posted By Libero
As Twinboat said: Something is very wrong - there...

As Twinboat said: Something is very wrong - there should be a Transfer switch in your inverter that essentially takes the inverter component out of the circuit when AC power is supplied so there...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-02-2016, 04:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,591
Posted By Libero
Los, Great all is well, that was my 1st thought...

Los, Great all is well, that was my 1st thought and the second one was the transfer switch. For future reference - the inverter breaker suggestion is a good place to start if only "some" AC plugs...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-01-2016, 07:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,591
Posted By Libero
Did you check the breaker right on the Gen...

Did you check the breaker right on the Gen assembly?

Is your transfer switch engaged for Gen connection? Good luck.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-03-2015, 04:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 951
Posted By Libero
As noted in another post. Get the Allstays App -...

As noted in another post. Get the Allstays App - yes there are a few Walmart locations that do not allow overnight parking, mostly this is because of local ordinances. I have found Allstars & RV...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-29-2015, 09:19 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 18,195
Posted By Libero
Sorry Tony - not the point I was making :...

Sorry Tony - not the point I was making : Insurance companies charge more based on financial risk or exposure. They see Mexico as a higher financial exposure. AKA "RISK"
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-29-2015, 08:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,249
Posted By Libero
Current caused the switch to melt. And if your...

Current caused the switch to melt. And if your pin was gone (missing), your brakes should have been on unless ther was some other electrical problem such as a short to ground prior to the brake...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-29-2015, 08:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,402
Posted By Libero
While slow charge is better indeed for battery...

While slow charge is better indeed for battery longevity, it is quite normal to have the alternator charge batteries at higher rates as required based on voltage levels, (which of course controls...
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