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Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 12-18-2023, 12:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,076
Posted By CHS
Update: I received the Power Watchdog EMS....

Update:

I received the Power Watchdog EMS. Downloaded the App, it reads 11.7 amps.
The actual amperage is 6 amps. That's 200% higher than the actual amperage.
I decided that whatever these...
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 12-16-2023, 09:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,623
Posted By CHS
Actually the first biggest mistake people make is...

Actually the first biggest mistake people make is not realizing or asking how much weight is available empty.
All class C's on the E450 chassis have a GVWR of 14,500 lbs. So if you buy one with all...
Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 12-15-2023, 10:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,076
Posted By CHS
I received the Progressive unit and that one also...

I received the Progressive unit and that one also reads 24 amperage at the same time I read 6.7 amps from the panel it gets it's power from AND at the breaker in the RV.
Ordered a new 30 Amp...
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 12-15-2023, 10:12 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,623
Posted By CHS
Sooooooo! What were the weights of each axle?????

Sooooooo! What were the weights of each axle?????
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 12-14-2023, 11:17 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,623
Posted By CHS
Curious. when asked did you weigh it at a CAT...

Curious. when asked did you weigh it at a CAT scale, you stated, "Yes a little over even with the trailer" Did you weigh the RV (ONLY) NO TRAILER. Your unit states a GVWR of 10,360 lbs.
What is...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 12-13-2023, 11:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 948
Posted By CHS
Thank you. Going to leave as is.

Thank you. Going to leave as is.
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 12-12-2023, 10:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 948
Posted By CHS
First let me update my last post. I already have...

First let me update my last post. I already have a double pole breaker (sorry for the confusion. My mistake.

So would it be advisable to change the breakers to be 30 amp (double pole)
I'm just...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 12-12-2023, 02:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 948
Posted By CHS
50 amp plug for a 30 amp unit

I have a dedicated 50 amp RV receptacle in my garage where I keep my 30 amp unit. I use a 50 X 30 adapter to plug RV in.
My question is, is it necessary to change out the one breaker being used for...
Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 12-12-2023, 02:12 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,076
Posted By CHS
I emailed progressive and told them of the issue....

I emailed progressive and told them of the issue. I also (due to possible warranty claim) I told them I had to replace the male plug end due to it began to discolor and burn.
Of course they in turn...
Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 12-10-2023, 03:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,076
Posted By CHS
You win the prize. Put an amp-meter on the leg...

You win the prize.
Put an amp-meter on the leg coming out of the Converter and the Main breaker and it's showing 4-6 amps. At the same time the EMS is showing 24 amps.

Now the process begins...
Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 12-09-2023, 09:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,076
Posted By CHS
Wall receptacle is 50 amp reduced with a dog bone...

Wall receptacle is 50 amp reduced with a dog bone to 30 amp
30 amp Progressive EMS. Plugged into RV.
15 amp converter breaker. Goes directly to the converter
Only AC being monitored.
The EMS is...
Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 12-09-2023, 12:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,076
Posted By CHS
I opened up the breaker panel and turned the...

I opened up the breaker panel and turned the converter to lead acid/agm and the amps draw is down to 6-7. Flip switch to lithium and it jumps to 24 amps. Must be defective. Getting with WFCO to make...
Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 12-09-2023, 12:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,076
Posted By CHS
My unit is parked in garage. With the converter...

My unit is parked in garage. With the converter breaker off. No amperage draw. Turn breaker on it jumps to 24 until battery get to 95-98% then drops to 8 amps.
Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 12-06-2023, 02:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,076
Posted By CHS
Not sure what your asking. I have high...

Not sure what your asking.
I have high amperage while converter is running.
I did notice that once the batteries are at 100% it goes down to 5-7 amps. Nowhere do I read that it goes as high as 24...
Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 12-06-2023, 09:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,076
Posted By CHS
Converter amperage draw

Hi,
I have the WF-8955LiS Converter (55 amp unit) I noticed when I plugged it into 120 AC along with my EMS it showed it drawing 24 (AC) amps. Is this normal?
I have 2, 100 Ah Lithium batteries...
Forum: Class A Motor Coach 08-12-2023, 09:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,889
Posted By CHS
I was told a few times it's the extra weight of...

I was told a few times it's the extra weight of the slide. Probably yes but also yes bad engineering design. I guess you could put airbags on and fill one higher than the other or like me and just...
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 06-05-2023, 12:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 548
Posted By CHS
Sounds like I just got lucky and the radio died...

Sounds like I just got lucky and the radio died on its own. Now I can get a real radio.
Thanks all.
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 06-05-2023, 10:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 548
Posted By CHS
converter voltage and dash radio

I recently changed out the converter for the installation of 2 lithium batteries.

My dash Axxera radio has since gone bad. Not sure if it's related but I checked the voltage going from the dc...
Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 06-04-2023, 06:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,878
Posted By CHS
I ordered this radio from Crutchfield. ...

I ordered this radio from Crutchfield.
https://www.crutchfield.com/p_105KWM560B/JVC-KW-M560BT.html
Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 06-04-2023, 06:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,878
Posted By CHS
Yes! The USB cable comes out the back of the...

Yes!
The USB cable comes out the back of the unit. It's also dead.
I ordered this from Amazon.DC 24v to DC 12v Step Down 10A 120W Truck Car Power Supply Adapter Converter Reducer Regulator. Easier...
Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 06-04-2023, 03:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,878
Posted By CHS
I found the radio has power going to it but will...

I found the radio has power going to it but will not turn on. Fuse is good.
That said. My Lithium batteries and radio voltage are at 13.2 with the converter off and with it on it is sending 14.25...
Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 06-03-2023, 08:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,878
Posted By CHS
Not the radio. The 7.5 amp inline fuse has no...

Not the radio. The 7.5 amp inline fuse has no power. I also found the USB that was installed by Thor in the dash also has no power. I just got finished moving the lithium batteries from under steps...
Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 06-02-2023, 01:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,428
Posted By CHS
Maybe they interconnect? You have 71 gallon...

Maybe they interconnect?

You have 71 gallon capacity of black why. Why I have no idea. That's a lot of sh*t. Call the place you bought it from. They should have explained it to you during the...
Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 06-02-2023, 10:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,878
Posted By CHS
No power to radio/backup camera

Trying to figure out why my radio (Axxera) suddenly has no power to it. checked all DC fuses and the one on the back side of the radio itself. All good.
I did find under the dash a inline fuse...
Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 05-25-2023, 10:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,309
Posted By CHS
Just remember that if you glue down the brackets,...

Just remember that if you glue down the brackets, they will only be as good as your roof material is glued to the roof. Your gluing to the fabric, NOT the wood below it. I remember watching videos of...
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