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07-01-2020, 10:03 PM
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Axis/Vegas Enthusiast
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 24.4
State: Michigan
Posts: 9,837
THOR #1150
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Originally Posted by Jeaniebtravel
Hi Bob, I'm happy to be here I'm a new RV'r in a 30 foot Thor Four Winds. I bought it from a place that's far away from me and nobody ever seems to have the answer to my questions. I have read a lot but sent can't seem to find the answer.
Can I put a couple to you?
I know when you have electricity you plug in and have your surge protector excetera, but when you are driving are you supposed to plug the black power plug plug into the rig so it charges the battery? I don't know if I'm asking the right way.
2nd question is, when my power goes off if a breaker blows from the power source and then I turn it back on my fuse box has a fan that goes on and the only thing that makes it turn off is clicking the little red light inside the front door. Is the noise in the fuse box a fan to cool it? And am I correct to hit the red button to turn it off?
Thanks for any help you can give.
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Is your Four Winds a Sprinter Four winds? (Those are different from the Ford Four winds as far as battery charging.)
The switch inside the front door connects and disconnects the "house" battery--when off the house battery isn't providing power to the, er, "house". When the switch is on the fan you hear is from the converter charging the house battery (yes the fan is to cool the charger, is not a problem and can safely be ignored).
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07-01-2020, 10:14 PM
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#22
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Miramar 37.1
State: California
Posts: 2,497
THOR #12698
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Hi Jeanie
Welcome to the forum. When you are driving, always have the use/store/switch turned on so that the batteries will charge from the engine. The use/store switch is usually a red light up switch. When you are not using your motor home and have it stored away, turn that switch off to turn off your batteries.
Paul
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07-01-2020, 11:01 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Thor Hurricane 29M
State: Florida
Posts: 358
THOR #9033
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Originally Posted by Bob Denman
Well... They've cut out the Park Hopper Passes, Fireworks, Parades, and all Dining Plans (For now...)
You must reserve a spot in order to get into a particular Park each day.
No Dining reservations can be made as of right now; but that is coming soon...
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We have cancelled plans for Dec already....too many "ifs" for us. The park is trying to make safety first and to do that, there are restrictions... live with it. Believe me, if they could make money opening for everyone, they would do it but it's not working....the bug is here to stay.
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07-02-2020, 01:09 AM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
State: Oregon
Posts: 14
THOR #18486
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JamieGeek
Is your Four Winds a Sprinter Four winds? (Those are different from the Ford Four winds as far as battery charging.)
The switch inside the front door connects and disconnects the "house" battery--when off the house battery isn't providing power to the, er, "house". When the switch is on the fan you hear is from the converter charging the house battery (yes the fan is to cool the charger, is not a problem and can safely be ignored).
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It's a 30 ft Thor Four Winds class C. I understand about the batteries charging when it's plugged in to an electrical outlet at home or a campsite, but what I wanted to know is when you disconnect it should you reconnect that plug to the outlet that's inside the electrical bay. Does this recharge the batteries while you're driving?
And is there a way to submit photos in this feed?
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07-02-2020, 01:42 AM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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Question 1: by the entrance stairwell is a switch to put the coach batteries in "Use" mode; or disconnect them for storage (sort of...)
Keep that switch in the "On", or "Use" position whenever you are driving, plugged into shore power, or just want to be using your RV. There's nothing to plugin: unless you're on shore power.
Question 2: I've honestly never had that happen in Mr RV... I don't know... (Sorry!)
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07-02-2020, 01:42 AM
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Site Team
Brand: Entegra
Model: Accolade 37TS
State: South Dakota
Posts: 8,781
THOR #1469
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jeaniebtravel
It's a 30 ft Thor Four Winds class C. I understand about the batteries charging when it's plugged in to an electrical outlet at home or a campsite, but what I wanted to know is when you disconnect it should you reconnect that plug to the outlet that's inside the electrical bay. Does this recharge the batteries while you're driving?
And is there a way to submit photos in this feed?
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If I understand correctly the answer is no. Your 30 amp cable does not need to be connected to anything while you are driving. If you are running the generator while you are driving the generator charges the batteries. If you are not running the generator then the chassis's alternator will charge the house batteries through the BIRD.
For photos, I on the edit screen or post reply. screen you have to "go advanced". Once in advanced editing you will see and icon of a paper clip. Clicking the paper clip will open a window that will allow you to attach photos or document within size limitations.
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US Army (Ret)
2020 Entegra Accolade 37TS
2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk (Toad)
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07-02-2020, 01:48 AM
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#27
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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Jeanie,
How do you feel about putting together travel plans for a bunch of rambling Rvers?
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07-03-2020, 07:13 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
State: Texas
Posts: 200
THOR #13816
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Originally Posted by Bob Denman
Jeanie,
How do you feel about putting together travel plans for a bunch of rambling Rvers?
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What a grand idea!!
All kidding aside, welcome to the forum, Jeanie! It’s a wealth of knowledge! Lots of great people here.
Bob, I think y’all made the right decision. It’s better to stay on sure footing right now. We had our first long trip planned in April before this virus appeared. We have had our RV for just over a year, and had plans to really do some traveling this Spring. Oh, well. Now I’m thinking of trying to go to Mr. Rushmore in the fall before something happens to it. It’s one of the things on my bucket list, but that is a REALLY long trip.
We have two grandsons who are 4 and 2. The oldest will start kindergarten in the fall of 2021, so we are planning a trip to WDW this coming May. It’s a family trip with our son, daughter, son-in-law, and the boys. We would love to use our RV, but there is no way we would all survive in our Vegas. Even after 39 years of marriage, my husband and I do well to not strangle each other after a few days, lol. I just made our reservations last week. I hope things are closer to “back to normal” by the time we are supposed to visit.
Bob, I hope you and your bride enjoy your trip to Cooperstown. Above all, stay safe! And thanks so much for all the wisdom and wit you share in the forum.
Pam
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Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport
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07-03-2020, 08:43 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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Pam,
Thanks!
Mt. Rushmore is on my short list of "gotta-see" places also.
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07-03-2020, 08:59 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Thor Tuscany 36 MQ
State: Indiana
Posts: 938
THOR #6280
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bob Denman
Well... They've cut out the Park Hopper Passes, Fireworks, Parades, and all Dining Plans (For now...)
You must reserve a spot in order to get into a particular Park each day.
No Dining reservations can be made as of right now; but that is coming soon...
"The Happiest Place on Earth..."
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Bob you waited a bit too long. We did Disney and Universal Studios in California first part of February before the Covid was closing everything up. It was grand, spent a whole 7 days over there. Even got into the new Star Wars experience (twice). Good luck.
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Traveling with Shih Tzu's Baily, Bella and Maltese Buster. Towing, Golf Cart, Harley or Polaris RZR. 3 of our darling Shih Tzu's passed away recently and I just can't take them off of here. RIP Baxter, Baili & sweet sweet Bella. Buster is our little rock.
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07-03-2020, 09:35 PM
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#31
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Miramar 37.1
State: California
Posts: 2,497
THOR #12698
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Bob
I worked at Disneyland for 4 years (security/emergency services) after I retired. I was there 5-6 days a week and sometimes 12 hour days. What I was able to do was save up my annual family/special event passes and when I left in 2019, we drove in the motor home to Florida. We went to Disney World for 3 days for free with my passes. We also went to Universal for one day. I worked at Disneyland on graveyard the entire time since I wanted that shift. A different experience working there from just visiting the park.
Paul
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07-03-2020, 09:40 PM
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#32
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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The Missus and I have been to WDW about 14 times over the years, and our Son worked there for two years...
They have a very effective way of making you feel as if you're the most important person there. The Cast Members have never failed to find ways to exceed our high expectations of them.
We're just not sure how many more chances we'll have to go there...
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07-03-2020, 09:52 PM
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#33
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Axis/Vegas Enthusiast
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 24.4
State: Michigan
Posts: 9,837
THOR #1150
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bob Denman
Pam,
Thanks!
Mt. Rushmore is on my short list of "gotta-see" places also.
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Mt. Rushmore...been there too LOL
Stay at the Mt. Rushmore KOA its a really great park and just down the road from the faces. (Do click on the link as they have a cool drone shot of the campground as the background.) Yeah the sites are a little close together but you're not there to stay at the campground anyway (they have a bus that will take you to Mt. Rushmore if you don't have a vehicle with you).
The Black Hills and South Dakota was our very first "long distance" camping trip with our first trailer.
On your way to Mt Rushmore you have to stop at a few places: - Blue Earth, MN to see the Jolly Green Giant
- Mitchell, SD to see the Corn Palace (or not, its kind of corny)
- The Badlands
- Wall Drug--just to see it
- Pigtail Bridges
- Keystone, SD
- Custer State Park
- Crazy Horse
- Deadwood
- Then keep going West for Devil's Tower
- Of course if you really go West you get to Yellowstone
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07-03-2020, 10:07 PM
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#34
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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Jamie,
Thanks for this GREAT info!
I'm gonna have to take your list, and lay it out on a map.
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07-04-2020, 01:50 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
State: Texas
Posts: 200
THOR #13816
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JamieGeek
Mt. Rushmore...been there too LOL
Stay at the Mt. Rushmore KOA its a really great park and just down the road from the faces. (Do click on the link as they have a cool drone shot of the campground as the background.) Yeah the sites are a little close together but you're not there to stay at the campground anyway (they have a bus that will take you to Mt. Rushmore if you don't have a vehicle with you).
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The Black Hills and South Dakota was our very first "long distance" camping trip with our first trailer.
On your way to Mt Rushmore you have to stop at a few places: - Blue Earth, MN to see the Jolly Green Giant
- Mitchell, SD to see the Corn Palace (or not, its kind of corny)
- The Badlands
- Wall Drug--just to see it
- Pigtail Bridges
- Keystone, SD
- Custer State Park
- Crazy Horse
- Deadwood
- Then keep going West for Devil's Tower
- Of course if you really go West you get to Yellowstone
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Thanks, Jamie! I am also going to make note of your suggested list.
Pam
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Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport
Blue Ox Avail w/Blue Ox Patriot 3 Brake System
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07-04-2020, 01:00 PM
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#37
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
Model: S.O.B.
State: Florida
Posts: 684
THOR #14543
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bob Denman
Pam,
Thanks!
Mt. Rushmore is on my short list of "gotta-see" places also.
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Be sure to go around the mountain to see the other side.
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Some Other Brand w/2020 Jeep Gladiator Toad
Living The Dream in "God's Waiting Room"
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07-04-2020, 01:34 PM
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#38
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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you betcha!
Is that on the Tour?
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07-04-2020, 02:19 PM
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#39
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Axis/Vegas Enthusiast
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 24.4
State: Michigan
Posts: 9,837
THOR #1150
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They do have helicopter rides from Keystone that make it easier to see the other side (for real)--you don't get to be mooned at that point though LOL.
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07-04-2020, 02:29 PM
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#40
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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Wouldn 't it have been great if Mr Borglam (spelling?); had carved that on the "back-side" of the mountain?
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