| |
Subject |
Author |
Date Posted |
Forum
|
 |
RE: Help - jacks are draining my batteries
.
But it feels like we’re over your head, OP, and you’ve checked out.
It's more likely that he/she turned off DC power to the fridge which fixed the problem. (And that's assuming that the batteries weren't damaged from being drained.)
|
bighatnohorse
|
01/25/23 07:13am |
Truck Campers
|
|
RE: Effect of no absorption on LiFePo4?
Ralph,
Quite the opposite. LiFePo4 do not want to be charged to 100%. They do want to be balanced charged once per month.
Isn't a "balance charge" a 100% charge?
As I recall, it is said that over time, individual component batteries can develop slightly different voltages. Thus, charging the entire battery to a full charge and holding it at full charge for a period of time will equalize the individual component batteries.
Can you clarify?
|
bighatnohorse
|
01/22/23 08:22am |
Tech Issues
|
|
RE: Help - jacks are draining my batteries
Either you're leaving your refrigerator set for DC power (powered by battery) or you have a bad battery.
Or both by now.
|
bighatnohorse
|
01/21/23 06:42am |
Truck Campers
|
|
RE: Help - jacks are draining my batteries
Check the date on the batteries. Replace them anyway.
|
bighatnohorse
|
01/20/23 06:20am |
Truck Campers
|
|
RE: Crack in plastic shower wall Lance 1172
Check the basement area under the shower. My 2014 1181 had shims under the shower pan that had fallen out. I caught that defect before it became a bigger problem.
|
bighatnohorse
|
01/18/23 07:57am |
Truck Campers
|
|
RE: ARE THERE ANY SNOWBIRDS ANYMORE?
No. I'm now a rain bird. Sold the wet house and moved to a dry house.
|
bighatnohorse
|
01/13/23 07:15am |
Snowbirds
|
|
RE: cheap solar panels
https://www.scamadviser.com/check-website/wuuller.com/
Extremely low trust rating.
|
bighatnohorse
|
01/08/23 07:03am |
Tech Issues
|
|
RE: Broken Frame on a RAM 3500
1)The owner has a Facebook page and made a comment about selling the truck camper and that he also owns a 5th wheel.
This raises the unanswered question about how the truck was outfitted and used. Does the owner own two trucks? Does the truck also have a 5th wheel connection?
2) If you've driven in Mexico then you know that the topes (speed bumps) are everywhere. The shadow of a tree can hide a tope. If one were to hit a tope with a big camper on it could damage the frame and more.
Again, it's an unanswered question (though comprehensive insurance should cover such an event).
|
bighatnohorse
|
12/30/22 08:44am |
Truck Campers
|
|
RE: Lance 650 - Anyone try upgrading battery capacity?
You should check the Lance Owners of America forum. They have tons of Lance modifications.
|
bighatnohorse
|
10/29/22 07:36am |
Truck Campers
|
|
RE: Batteries died...sheesh
If you have a Costco membership then I would recommend simply going there and buying what fits your budget.
In my experience, they have replaced their batteries at no charge or pro-rating if one of their batteries goes bad.
|
bighatnohorse
|
10/08/22 07:53am |
Truck Campers
|
|
RE: Is changing to a quieter AC worth it?
It appears that the Aventa requires 230 volt 50 cycle. It maybe for European RVs.
The RecPro model i looked at is 120 volts but draws 14 amps.
And the RecPro specs state the db at 59 - about the same as a Honda 2000 generator.
The "standard" truck camper AC such as the one on my Arctic Fox draws 8 amps.
You'd pretty much need a 50 amp hookup if you're running a larger RV.
|
bighatnohorse
|
09/13/22 08:16am |
Truck Campers
|
|
RE: Arctic Fox 1150 onboard batteries
The first check I would make is a voltage check at the batteries with both the solar and the truck disconnected.
(Hopefully, you have an on/off switch to the solar panels.)
Then start the truck and wait for about a minute before checking the battery voltage again. The voltmeter should now be reading a higher voltage charge from the truck.
Are you getting a charge from the truck?
|
bighatnohorse
|
09/06/22 07:34am |
Truck Campers
|
|
RE: Water heater temperature
I leave the water heater off, only turning it on 18-20 minutes before taking a shower. That gets the hot water to a temp I can use without cold water. It may take a few tries to figure out how long to leave it on. Saves a lot of water.
Is that using GAS or ELECTRIC?
When using gas to heat the water, I figure about 12 minutes to reach comfortable hot shower water.
Electric seems to take a little more time.
|
bighatnohorse
|
08/19/22 09:05am |
Tech Issues
|
|
RE: Dealer/website for Lance Truck Camper parts
Lance used to have their own parts department.
You need your model, year and serial number before you call them.
661.949.3322 EXT-520 OR email [email protected]
|
bighatnohorse
|
08/17/22 08:05am |
Truck Campers
|
|
RE: Patagonia
No advice regarding driving but for clothing, light weight and wind resistant are best. Lots of wind in that area.
That's one part of the world that I would elect to revisit.
It's like Alaska on steroids.
|
bighatnohorse
|
08/10/22 08:12am |
RVing in Mexico and South America
|
|
RE: Let's talk Dana 80 axle temps
Yes. The Dana 80 is de-rated by Ford to match the tire load capacity.
The Dana 80 is rated for 11,000 pounds by it's manufacturer.
|
bighatnohorse
|
07/23/22 08:29am |
Tech Issues
|
|
RE: Los Algodones Mexico
Don't be shocked by all the happy street greeters along the sidewalks that encourage one to use their dentist or shop.
(It's kind of off-putting to non-travelers.)
We've never had a problem there but we always carry Cipro - provided by out local primary care doc - for world travel.
|
bighatnohorse
|
07/01/22 07:58am |
Snowbirds
|
|
RE: Insurance and RAM 5500
I think I was dealing with new hires who were not spun up on their jobs.
Hit the nail on the head. My agent (71 years old) complains about the loss of knowledge with the new generation of agents.
I think shopping for a good agent is more important than shopping for "rates".
|
bighatnohorse
|
06/16/22 08:19am |
Truck Campers
|
|
RE: Insurance and RAM 5500
USAA connected me to Progressive Commercial. They wrote up a commercial policy for exclusive personal use. My Ram 5500 is a 2015 model and I pay under $1k/year for full coverage.
Do you have an agent that you work with?
(I'm wondering how to get with an agent that I can communicate with and who understands what I'm asking.)
|
bighatnohorse
|
06/15/22 08:20am |
Truck Campers
|
|
RE: Anyone Cancelling Truck Camper Trips Due to Fuel Prices?
Ed and I just had this discussion - our problem is that the "clock is ticking" (how long will we be healthy enough to want to do our epic sightseeing trips?) so we're going, no matter what the price.
Adventure before Dementia !;)
|
bighatnohorse
|
06/14/22 08:15am |
Truck Campers
|
