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RE: New generator technology product
I was given thought of a replacement for a gas generator....
1. Silent operation
2. No gas to burn
3. Lasts several days (one I linked)
4. Recharges via solar panel/s attached to roof or perhaps portable panels.
5. Low maintenance
Yes cost is a factor but so is replacing a gas generator such as an Onan 4K.
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udidwht
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12/21/21 03:33am |
Tech Issues
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RE: New generator technology product
What caught my eye...
"This could power an entire house with multiple people living inside of it, and a plethora of devices, for days and days on end. A true game-changer for billions of people on the planet living with unstable power grids, natural disasters knocking down power systems, etc"
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udidwht
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12/20/21 10:20pm |
Tech Issues
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New generator technology product
This topic has been moved to another forum.
You can read it here: 30304358
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udidwht
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12/20/21 07:52pm |
Do It Yourself Modifications and Upgrades (DIY)
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New generator technology product
https://www.tweaktown.com/news/83512/bluetti-unveils-next-gen-power-na-battery-packs-solar-generators/index.html?utm_source=newsletter&utm_campaign=newsletter
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udidwht
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12/20/21 07:52pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: AC doesn't keep up with heat
Remove the AC roof cover. Then remove the cover that shields the condenser. Use some cleaner (no rinse to clean the condenser coil.
https://www.amazon.com/Cleaner-Ounce-Aerosol-Clear-Yellow/dp/B099J9YRMY
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udidwht
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08/21/21 11:30pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Best Cleanser for Condenser Cleaning for AC?
Use this...
https://www.amazon.com/Cleaner-Ounce-Aerosol-Clear-Yellow/dp/B099J9YRMY
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udidwht
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08/21/21 11:19pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Onan 4000 generator cranks but won't start
FYI....
For anyone in the Seattle area we have a great generator tech named Chuck. He's in Auburn, Wa. He agreed to come out to me (Renton-Highlands) and diagnose my Onan Microquiet 4K which would only run if I hold the start button.
I initially checked with a volt meter some pins and narrowed the issue down to either a bad control board or voltage regulator. When Chuck showed up he threw his Flight Systems G-Man 360 on it and within 5 min bingo...bad voltage regulator.
The voltage regulator that was on it had been replaced back in 7/11 with a Flight Systems 305. I was leaning at it being a bad control board.
So if you need a generator looked at call Chuck (253) 820-1388
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udidwht
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08/21/21 12:25pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: 80's 454 fuel supply challenges
For TBI troubleshooting...
https://harristuning.com/Tbi/troubleshooting/
94-95 TBI years were 26-32psi fuel pressure. You also need to be sure you're running the correct flow rated injectors for your year engine. Only use AC Delco parts. Do not cheap out.
Even a bad TPS can cause the issue you're having.
You mention 220 - 280 temps?
The dash gauge even have 280? Or is it 260?
Those year coaches run with a 195 T-stat. Do not use one less than that. It will throw off the PCM. I'd also pull the distributor and replace the pick-up coil and stator ring. The ring is known to crack messing with timing.
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udidwht
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08/03/21 01:44am |
Class A Motorhomes
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Solar LED monitor
The following is my thread I started. For those who have or may run across this issue with the small solar monitor LED on the interior AC cover.
https://www.irv2.com/forums/f107/solar-roof-panel-on-a-c-546589.html#post5842770
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udidwht
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07/24/21 12:51pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Breakdown Information
Replaced both exhaust doughnuts (7/16/21) 1994 Southwind Storm 28ft 454 TBI w/4L80E (no air pump/s)
Passenger side one blew while in southern Ca. back on the 11th July (my planned start day to return home). Replaced both but was unable to replace the springs and nuts. Roll forward...after returning to Renton, Wa. the passenger side one was nearly gone again. I noticed the nuts were bottoming out prior to applying tension via the springs to the flange-pipe allowing for a leak.
Pulled the pipe down on both sides again and replaced the springs and nuts. Also applied lots of copper seize on everything. Once done I started the engine a few times to heat cycle everything and re-check. All nice and quiet now.
Used Fel-Pro doughnuts.
Also have on order an EGR (electric driven) and a trans filter (will change the trans fluid).
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udidwht
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07/17/21 05:20pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Transmission advice
Indeed. Once the spark plug wire is exposed the wire/s are shot and need replacing. Be sure to use some hi temp heat socks or sheathing to cover the wires and that the wires are in all the appropriate looms.
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udidwht
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06/21/21 01:39am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Oil change on the road
If we mine Oil from the ground, why is it such a big deal if it's put back into the ground?
Exactly. The oil is in far worse shape prior to being refined and in even worse shape prior to being ran in a vehicle for thousands of miles.
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udidwht
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06/13/21 10:09pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Streak remover
Get some 3M drip rail trim on the sides where it streaks after you've cleaned them off use Mothers CMX...no more streaks.
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udidwht
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06/07/21 06:52am |
Tech Issues
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RE: RV selling
It's a hot RV market right now, shouldn't have too much trouble unloading it.
Was.
With the fuel prices currently market is not what it was 7 months ago.
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udidwht
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06/07/21 06:27am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Allison 3000 transmission
No combustion process going on in a transmission so a time based interval would not apply. Trans syn fluid can live 100K easily.
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udidwht
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06/07/21 06:18am |
Class A Motorhomes
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Trip report
Renton, Wa. - Sedona, Az
Total miles - 3099 (US) miles
Total days - 18 (Dec 21, 2020 - Jan 7, 2021)
Total oil consumed - ~ 1/2qt (454 TBI 7.4L w/4L80E) 1994 Fleetwood Southwind Storm 28ft (using Valvoline full synthetic 10w-30)
Total fuel cost - $1008.XX
Odometer on RV currently - 68,295
MPG - low of 7.77mpg and a high of 9.70mpg
High MPG was between Livermore, Ca. and Bakersfield, Ca. On the overall trip I hit the 9.XX range (3) times. After Sedona, Az. I headed south and skirted Phoenix then onto Huntington Beach, Ca. (real home). There for a few days then headed north back to Renton (home away from real home).
The only issue I had was I started hearing a clank up front (on rough road) near drivers side. Crawled under and noticed that one of the sway bar bushings was missing. Bought (2) and replaced both the outer front ones. The other crumbled in my hand into (3) pieces upon removing. 20 min fix.
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udidwht
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04/19/21 12:52am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Toilet seal lube?
Vaseline works great.
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udidwht
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04/19/21 12:03am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: oil leak
Also get a spray can of brake clean and spray off the ac clutch face and plate. Making sure to get the spray into the clearance area of where the clutch plate pulls against and engages. You want it free of oil.
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udidwht
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04/19/21 12:02am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: gas mileage
No toad (94 Fleetwood Southwind Storm 28ft) if I'm cruising ~60mph with no head wind or tail wind, level road I'll get 9.5 - 10 mpg. This is with 454 TBI w/4L80E and peak tune engine.
Throw in hills, grade/s and traffic...as low as 6.5 mpg
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udidwht
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04/11/21 05:52am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: 1993 Itasca chev 454 will not start
1. How does it turn over? Normal or slow? If slow check-clean starter connections.
2. Check the ignition coil for spark.
3. Check for fuel spray at both injectors (top of TBI unit) Should be nice cone pattern spray.
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udidwht
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04/11/21 05:44am |
Class A Motorhomes
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