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Forum: DRV Luxury Suites 06-29-2023, 04:10 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,984
Posted By mtntrek
Cabinbright LED

We went 100% LED back in 2018. I've had good luck with these in the scare fixtures for these yrs. of using them almost nightly to take out the fur kid. They're (800+ Ln) and much brighter than the...
Forum: DRV Luxury Suites 12-21-2021, 07:47 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,704
Posted By mtntrek
We were disappointed when the Michelin's side...

We were disappointed when the Michelin's side walls cracked and separated so severely with >half of their tread left @29K Mi (all six).
Replaced them with Continental Terraincontact H/T. They ...
Forum: DRV Luxury Suites 12-21-2021, 06:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,079
Posted By mtntrek
Screen Door Sliders Archives - Challenger Door...

Screen Door Sliders Archives - Challenger Door (https://challengerdoor.com/product-category/screen-doors/screen-door-sliders/)
FWIW:

After the first replacement clear slider yellowed and...
Forum: DRV Luxury Suites 06-11-2019, 03:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,418
Posted By mtntrek
https://norcoind.com/bal/products/oem/accuslide/in...

https://norcoind.com/bal/products/oem/accuslide/index.shtml
Forum: DRV Luxury Suites 06-11-2019, 03:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,345
Posted By mtntrek
You should be able to find basic wiring...

You should be able to find basic wiring schematics for most trailer brake systems depending on your system type.
IE, https://www.etrailer.com/question-363.html
Bare in mind that the break-away...
Forum: DRV Luxury Suites 06-10-2019, 02:46 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,383
Posted By mtntrek
We have 100% LED now including cargo bays and...

We have 100% LED now including cargo bays and scare lights.
https://www.cabinbright.com/1076-ba15d-base-bulbs/

The sconces in our coach required more of a marine type bulb.
The dual contacts on...
Forum: DRV Luxury Suites 03-23-2019, 06:12 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,724
Posted By mtntrek
We'd agree, other than a depleted battery bank I...

We'd agree, other than a depleted battery bank I can't think of a reason to turn the inverter off? (Which it would do automatically)



This has been our experience also.
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 10-16-2018, 04:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,907
Posted By mtntrek
Just research "stiction". It's a phenomenon...

Just research "stiction". It's a phenomenon common to hydraulic systems of all types. Not exclusive to RV's, leaks, or settling etc. Could be temp. triggered?
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 10-15-2018, 05:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,907
Posted By mtntrek
https://www.lci1.com/assets/content/support/sheets...

https://www.lci1.com/assets/content/support/sheets/TI___191_Adding_Anti_Stiction_Fluid_To_Hydraulic_Systems.pd...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-12-2018, 06:36 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,966
Posted By mtntrek
You'll probably be fine, as you're not probably...

You'll probably be fine, as you're not probably replacing a large bank and may not actually stress your batteries. No worries.
unless the charging profile(s) are geared toward the battery...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-10-2018, 10:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,966
Posted By mtntrek
Uhmm, that isn't what was stated. There are...

Uhmm, that isn't what was stated.
There are vast differences between a starting battery(s) [many of which are "maint free" not AGM] in use with a tightly controlled voltage regulator, and a deep...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-10-2018, 05:55 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,966
Posted By mtntrek
AGM vs Flooded Batteries - What You Need to Know...

AGM vs Flooded Batteries - What You Need to Know (https://www.crownbattery.com/news/agm-vs-flooded-batteries-what-you-need-to-know)
Another consideration is where you spend most of your time. AGM's...
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 10-05-2018, 06:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,014
Posted By mtntrek
^^ Agreed, its the temp sensor for a Magnum...

^^ Agreed, its the temp sensor for a Magnum Energy inverter / charge controller.
While in charging mode it throttles output to batteries based on battery bay temp. Over approx 80> Deg. less than...
Forum: DRV Luxury Suites 09-23-2018, 08:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,020
Posted By mtntrek
I'd agree with something doesn't seem just right....

I'd agree with something doesn't seem just right. King-pin should always increase steering axle weight even if only a couple hundred pounds.
Center of pin should be 1>" forward of drive axle center...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-12-2018, 03:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,621
Posted By mtntrek
We've run into the same issue(s). The...

We've run into the same issue(s). The quick-connect fitting is pretty east to find.
Forum: DRV Luxury Suites 09-06-2018, 02:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,135
Posted By mtntrek
Glad to hear things went well. Thanks for the...

Glad to hear things went well. Thanks for the write up.
Forum: DRV Luxury Suites 08-26-2018, 03:42 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 14,984
Posted By mtntrek
Clarence L. Smith improved the formula for RTVS....

Clarence L. Smith improved the formula for RTVS. The product of his work is what we know now as bathtub caulk or Room Temperature Vulcanizing Silicone. He improved this formula while working for...
Forum: DRV Luxury Suites 08-26-2018, 03:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,301
Posted By mtntrek
Welcome to the forum. Sorry to hear that. ...

Welcome to the forum.
Sorry to hear that.
Nope, over two> yrs. over 15,000 miles. No issues with the Whirlpool (yet), except DW often overloads it, near Costco's.
Forum: DRV Luxury Suites 08-23-2018, 07:05 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 14,984
Posted By mtntrek
Yeah, I'd agree about the overkill. Still...

Yeah, I'd agree about the overkill. Still pondering this dilemma, yet to do an accurate assessment of our trailer. :facepalm:
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 08-17-2018, 06:53 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,994
Posted By mtntrek
Perhaps there will be available adjoining sites...

Perhaps there will be available adjoining sites there, in Fallujah?
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 08-16-2018, 11:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,354
Posted By mtntrek
Sounds as if you've covered the owner's stuff. ...

Sounds as if you've covered the owner's stuff.
Guessing that you verified the burners draft fan is not obstructed. Much like an internal combustion engine the proper fuel / air mixture is required...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 08-14-2018, 04:14 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 16,732
Posted By mtntrek
All highway diesel is #2 ULS for moderate temps...

All highway diesel is #2 ULS for moderate temps in the lower 48.
Off-road diesel or tractor fuel is only sold at limited outlets
Forum: DRV Luxury Suites 08-14-2018, 04:03 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,699
Posted By mtntrek
Generally, yes as you increase Voltage, you...

Generally, yes as you increase Voltage, you decrease Amperage. Other things being equal the Wattage would remain the same. Some go to 48V or more.
Series panels can have other issues though, ...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 08-13-2018, 08:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,707
Posted By mtntrek
https://www.superbrightleds.com/ and other...

https://www.superbrightleds.com/ and other vendors have reasonably similar types.
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 08-13-2018, 08:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,751
Posted By mtntrek
Seems I've seen an optional heated wire to...

Seems I've seen an optional heated wire to prevent this from occurring.
It mounts / connects in the rear equipment side. There is a plastic Tee that fits in the drain hose, and you fish the heated...
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