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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
06-24-2022, 05:46 PM
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lifepo4 and speaker magnet
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ra2jim
You might want to explore Faraday fabric
You might want to explore Faraday fabric
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General Discussion Forum
06-09-2022, 08:43 PM
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Silly A/C question
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3,285
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ra2jim
Minimizing solar heat gain is always a good idea...
Minimizing solar heat gain is always a good idea before solving the cooling issue. I once camped outside of Las Vegas in 110 F temperature. The rv park site I got was long, where a small part had a...
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General Discussion Forum
03-26-2021, 01:02 AM
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Roadtrek Adventurer RS Width
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1,488
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ra2jim
OVSA, considering that you only have 106"...
OVSA, considering that you only have 106" maximum, even at 80" vehicle width you won't be able to open any swing door. Could you perhaps strategically place a door opening on the garage sidewalls...
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General Discussion Forum
12-12-2019, 05:20 AM
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Propane regulator contamination
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1,528
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ra2jim
I posted a question related to this a few weeks...
I posted a question related to this a few weeks ago and got quite a bit of response.
https://www.classbforum.com/forums/f5/propane-hissing-noise-9823.html
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General Discussion Forum
10-27-2019, 12:21 AM
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Propane hissing noise
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4,844
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ra2jim
Since this is the first and only time I've looked...
Since this is the first and only time I've looked at the regulator I couldn't say that it's a recurring problem. But since we bought this RT in 2016 we've never had a problem. It was only after we...
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General Discussion Forum
10-24-2019, 11:27 PM
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Propane hissing noise
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4,844
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ra2jim
Van Dream: thank you for reminding about the vent...
Van Dream: thank you for reminding about the vent down. I see now they have some that are vertical
Rlum: yes getting that thing out was a challenge, had to use a ramp to get the back end high...
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General Discussion Forum
10-23-2019, 07:35 PM
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Propane hissing noise
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ra2jim
Propane hissing noise
Two weeks ago we had our propane filled up but didn't use it for stove or fridge until after 3 days. Upon turning on the valve I hear hissing noise from under the van. Needless to say, aired out the...
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General Discussion Forum
07-01-2019, 03:31 AM
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Class B Height
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3,749
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ra2jim
MY RT170 is 8'-3" high
MY RT170 is 8'-3" high
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Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros
12-28-2018, 03:28 AM
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Brand new Rv'r !
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2,026
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ra2jim
Congrats on the new RT - you'll definitely get...
Congrats on the new RT - you'll definitely get more kicks on route 66 with it. I recommend EZ66 guide by Jerry McClanahan. Quick, concise guide with west & east bound routes, shows side trips,...
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Gear, Swag, Parts and Tools
11-25-2018, 03:13 PM
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A leaky part
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ra2jim
Wjones & Hondo, THank you both, finally got...
Wjones & Hondo,
THank you both, finally got around to fixing this using your suggested part. Had a bit of a struggle since the original pex pipe was a bit short. The drain valve is closer to the...
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Gear, Swag, Parts and Tools
07-28-2018, 04:40 AM
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A leaky part
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ra2jim
Thank you all. So looking at my picture, the...
Thank you all. So looking at my picture, the threaded end is in the tank and the dome end has an elbow attached to it. Do you think I need more than a plumber's tape to put this back on? Maybe...
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Gear, Swag, Parts and Tools
07-26-2018, 03:43 PM
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7
A leaky part
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2,241
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ra2jim
Hmm...I actually thought it was a check valve. ...
Hmm...I actually thought it was a check valve. If it were a strainer, it doesn't seem to have a clean-out like the one you suggested. I will need to remove and check it more closely. Thanks, though.
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Gear, Swag, Parts and Tools
07-24-2018, 08:05 AM
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A leaky part
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ra2jim
A leaky part
I was recently checking the rig before a short trip when I saw this part leaking quite a bit when running the hot water tap. What is it and how do I fix it?
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Places & Routes
02-20-2017, 05:17 PM
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Maryland to Grand Canyon in June 2017
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ra2jim
I did this trip with my son in 2010 following the...
I did this trip with my son in 2010 following the ol' route 66 which is generally the new hwy 40. Having a theme helped us decide the itinerary. Ours was well known historical or natural monuments,...
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Gear, Swag, Parts and Tools
01-27-2017, 07:38 AM
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RV Kayak and Bike racks
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ra2jim
We currently have an inflatable kayak which we...
We currently have an inflatable kayak which we carry comfortably in the rear storage under the lounge seats. Since all of the fresh waters here in CA require inspections of boats for harmful mussels...
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Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros
01-05-2017, 11:42 AM
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New Adventure in my 2003 Roadtrek 170
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3,662
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ra2jim
Congratulations! Our 170 is a couple years older....
Congratulations! Our 170 is a couple years older. Be careful, sounds like you're starting your trip during this deep freeze. That's 4 tons of weight you're driving around!
Your route is sort of...
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General Discussion Forum
12-05-2016, 02:19 AM
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Does Size Matter..?
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6,193
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ra2jim
We love our RT170 for just the 2 of us. Since we...
We love our RT170 for just the 2 of us. Since we live in a neighborhood with narrow & winding street it made sense to have a van no longer than a large car. It becomes a bit challenging when we hang...
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General Discussion Forum
11-25-2016, 06:19 AM
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What can tow a Class B campervan?
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2,463
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ra2jim
Recently weighed my 2001 RT170: 3465 front axle,...
Recently weighed my 2001 RT170: 3465 front axle, 3480 back. I'm 160#, the rig was basically empty: lpg tank 1/2, fresh water 1/4, black/gray empty, gas tank 1/3 full, original TV/vcr & cabinet...
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Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros
11-21-2016, 04:40 PM
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Newbie from California with electrical issues
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2,031
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ra2jim
Congrats, you'll have lots of fun with this RV. ...
Congrats, you'll have lots of fun with this RV. Like you I was puzzled about the electrical system but check out this simulator. If you search this forum there are postings that references this...
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General Discussion Forum
11-16-2016, 01:14 PM
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87
New B Purchase
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17,993
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ra2jim
Congratulations Ponti, sounds like you're already...
Congratulations Ponti, sounds like you're already enjoying the new RV. I'll be following how your solar system is working out.
I notice your parking is a tandem - so each owner gets 2? or you guys...
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General Discussion Forum
11-08-2016, 01:27 AM
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9
Water pump going out Bad noise
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1,684
Posted By
ra2jim
I've just recently tinkered with my RTs water...
I've just recently tinkered with my RTs water pump, not because it was broken but because of the noise. It is a 45psi, 2.8 gal/min Shurflo - the original I think.
I got one of those silencer...
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Tweaks, Mods & Projects
11-04-2016, 05:06 AM
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5
LED color temp issue
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1,923
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ra2jim
I replaced all of mine with LEDs too, but same...
I replaced all of mine with LEDs too, but same warm white color as the original. It is no brighter, but I love the miniscule power it draws. $12.99 package of 10.
Amazon has them, mine was this...
Forum:
Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros
10-25-2016, 04:27 AM
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9
New member in Maine
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4,022
Posted By
ra2jim
Hi Marcia Congratulations, you will have lots...
Hi Marcia
Congratulations, you will have lots of fun... I'm new here too and just got my RT170 last August - mine's just 1 year younger.
It had the original factory battery - 15yrs old. It was...
Forum:
Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo
10-19-2016, 09:04 PM
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11
Advice on installing hardwood flooring
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8,370
Posted By
ra2jim
While I have not redone my RT’s floor, in my home...
While I have not redone my RT’s floor, in my home I’ve put in an “engineered” wood floor (stabilized thin layers glued together with last veneer made of wood species of choice; ½” total thickness)...
Forum:
Class B Owners Registry
10-03-2016, 09:17 PM
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0
none yet :: 2001 Roadtrek 170
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1,723
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ra2jim
none yet :: 2001 Roadtrek 170
none yet :: 2001 Roadtrek 170 (2016-10-03 21:17:27)
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