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05-19-2018, 03:17 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: DRV
Model: 2019 MS 39DBRS3
State: Delaware
Posts: 557
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What Dan said and I’ll add, what the dealer installed were probably cheap batteries anyway.
I’d suggest try and get them to compensate you ($$$) and get yourself some decent batteries, at least AGM’s.
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2019 DRV MS 39DBRS3
2020 F-450
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05-19-2018, 03:55 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Redwood
Model: 36FB
State: Arizona
Posts: 1,766
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Porthole
The manual says 1/4” - 1/2” below the fill spout.
When I kept mine that high it tended to leak past the push in plug.
I keep mine about 1” - 1 1/2” below.
With all your jacks and slides fully extended, if you still have an inch or more of fluid, that is probably not your problem.
On my tank I have a sharpie mark that represents a full tank with all the slides out and the trailer leveled with the jacks.
Easier to check that way.
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To top off your reservoir ALL jacks should be up & ALL hydraulic slides in, then fill to 1/4.-1/2" from the fill opening otherwise, as you've found out, you'll overfill the reservoir.
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Sold '13 Thor Redwood 36 FB
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05-19-2018, 05:52 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: DRV
Model: 39RESB3
State: Florida
Posts: 240
THOR #5499
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Porthole
What Dan said and I’ll add, what the dealer installed were probably cheap batteries anyway.
I’d suggest trying and get them to compensate you ($$$) and get yourself some decent batteries, at least AGM’s.
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Yes, I don't want them to give me cheap batteries, but instead, the dollars to get some good AGM's like you mentioned. I am going to install a solar on this unit as well to compliment the generator while boondocking. I do have at least a 2000 Magnum inverter. Not sure if it is the larger one, as it is crammed in behind the heater in the large bay. I'm hoping it is the 2800 unit. This rig also has a built-in progressive surge protector. Still finding additional upgrades on this unit.
While at the state park, we could not get our ice maker to produce ice in this whirlpool fridge. It is a residential unit that has a tip out ice canister for the ice. Water going to the unit as water is in the door, but no ice. It sounds like it is trying, but no cigar! May have to call a tech on this one.
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05-20-2018, 12:59 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: DRV
Model: 38RSSA
State: Wisconsin
Posts: 342
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If you have a Whirlpool you might look at the ice maker inside the fridge compartment, seems to me there's an "on/off" switch there. Can't remember off the top of my head exactly where tho.
With that switch off you'll have your water on the door but you won't be getting any ice.
Hopefully that's all there is to it, a simple flip of a switch.
Dan
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05-20-2018, 01:52 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: DRV
Model: 39RESB3
State: Florida
Posts: 240
THOR #5499
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dapperdan
If you have a Whirlpool you might look at the ice maker inside the fridge compartment, seems to me there's an "on/off" switch there. Can't remember off the top of my head exactly where tho.
With that switch off you'll have your water on the door but you won't be getting any ice.
Hopefully that's all there is to it, a simple flip of a switch.
Dan
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Thanks, Dan, but unfortunately, that is not it. Found the on-off behind the tip out basket and there is a small plastic lever on the right when you snap in the basket. Nothing yet, so may have to bite the bullet and call a repair guy out! Bummer!
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05-20-2018, 06:15 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: DRV
Model: 2019 MS 39DBRS3
State: Delaware
Posts: 557
THOR #9431
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Travelin' Texans
To top off your reservoir ALL jacks should be up & ALL hydraulic slides in, then fill to 1/4.-1/2" from the fill opening otherwise, as you've found out, you'll overfill the reservoir.
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You misinterpreted my comment.
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2019 DRV MS 39DBRS3
2020 F-450
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05-20-2018, 02:04 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: DRV
Model: 39TKSB3 "Modified"
State: South Dakota
Posts: 1,838
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ALL slides in and landing gear up the fluid level should be 1/2" from top of container. This comment has nothing to do with the top of fill spout.
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05-21-2018, 05:09 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: DRV
Model: 2019 MS 39DBRS3
State: Delaware
Posts: 557
THOR #9431
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RE my comment about the reservoir.
The manual calls for 1/4" to 1/2" from the top.
Mine has a push in plug in the spout. If I keep the level up that high fluid seeps out.
The plug is not really an air tight seal.
I keep mine at about 1" to 1 1/2" below the top - with all jacks up and all slides in.
Once I have the proper level I extend all slides and level the trailer using all the jacks (and auto level).
That is when I made a sharpie mark on the tank, a "full mark" with all the cylinders extended. A "working" indicator.
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2019 DRV MS 39DBRS3
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05-21-2018, 12:37 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: DRV
Model: 39TKSB3 "Modified"
State: South Dakota
Posts: 1,838
THOR #1661
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I keep mine at about 1" to 1 1/2" below the top - with all jacks up and all slides in."
Top of fill or top of container?
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05-21-2018, 01:08 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: DRV
Model: 2019 MS 39DBRS3
State: Delaware
Posts: 557
THOR #9431
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Cummins12V98
I keep mine at about 1" to 1 1/2" below the top - with all jacks up and all slides in."
Top of fill or top of container?
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Top of the tank
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2019 DRV MS 39DBRS3
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05-22-2018, 11:24 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: DRV
Model: 39RESB3
State: Florida
Posts: 240
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Want to give everyone a follow up on my issue with the batteries and La Mesa RV in Port St. Lucie, FL. The tech called me yesterday and they are going to reimburse me for 4 new batteries. I have ordered the VMax 6 volt AGM 225 amp batteries for the 5th wheel. These batteries are highly rated and many use these in their rigs. Thank you La Mesa for stepping up and doing the right thing. Will post an update once installed and check received from La Mesa.
Oh, 4 batteries on Amazon, with free shipping and no sales tax was $1079.99
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05-22-2018, 01:33 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: DRV
Model: 41RSSB4
State: South Dakota
Posts: 313
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They must be really good batteries!
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Kerrville, Tx
2015 Mobile Suites 41RSSB4
2011 F350 Dually 6.7 PSD
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05-22-2018, 03:22 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: DRV
State: Texas
Posts: 678
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AGMs ARE really good batteries....try pricing Lithium if you want sticker shock.
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2015 38RSSA--traded
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05-22-2018, 03:44 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: DRV
Model: 39RESB3
State: Florida
Posts: 240
THOR #5499
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Fulltimer50
They must be really good batteries!
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AGM are great batteries. I priced the Full River lithium @ $995 ea.
4 of those will empty the pocketbook quickly!
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05-22-2018, 06:13 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: DRV
State: Texas
Posts: 678
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Yeah, but 8 of them will probably fit in the same space as the 4 AGMs, so now it's only $8k to get them....
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2015 38RSSA--traded
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05-23-2018, 11:29 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: DRV
Model: 39RESB3
State: Florida
Posts: 240
THOR #5499
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Quote:
Originally Posted by wingnut60
Yeah, but 8 of them will probably fit in the same space as the 4 AGMs, so now it's only $8k to get them....
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Actually, most lithiums are larger in that they are 12 volt batteries. However, you can lay them down on their side, just like the AGM if you need more room.
I have not seen a 6 volt lithium, but that doesn't mean they don't offer them.
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05-23-2018, 06:46 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: DRV
Model: Elite Suites 38RSB3
State: Florida
Posts: 5
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Dan, on our DRV, the LCI Control Panel is located in the front most driver's side compartment. There are a couple of things to try:
- buy some Caterpillar Hydraulic Additive. Drain a quart from the Hydraulic holding tank and replace it with the Additive. Run your Jack's and slides up/down and slides in/out three times.
- Once level and with the Control Panel OFF, depress the UP arrow ten times and then the DOWN arrow ten times. This sets the Zero Point calibration for level.
- check the Jack's and slides for any type of leaks. If you see any Hydraulic fluid leaking, simply tighten the nuts.
Good luck, Vic
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06-17-2018, 06:42 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: DRV
Model: 39RESB3
State: Florida
Posts: 240
THOR #5499
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Update on La Mesa picking up the tab on the new batteries. Received a check for the full amount. Appreciate La Mesa stepping up on this.
On the leveling system; all still working as they should. Really got lucky on this one!
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2014 Mobile Suites Estates 39RESB3
2014 Ford F-450 DRW
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