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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 01-30-2022, 04:06 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,968
Posted By ikanode
I'd like to emphasize this point. The 50% rule...

I'd like to emphasize this point. The 50% rule isn't a big deal! You probably aren't going to use 80% of capacity every day which makes it even less important. However, if you use more than 80%, it...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-28-2021, 09:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,992
Posted By ikanode
I read the replies as "You might not have major...

I read the replies as "You might not have major problems other than a shortened life for the bank. You might get by with frequent monitoring and maintenance to keep them in balance."

Frequent...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-11-2021, 04:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 914
Posted By ikanode
I agree with ks@yvr. Especially the "Wiring...

I agree with ks@yvr. Especially the "Wiring Diagram High Power"
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-11-2021, 04:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,710
Posted By ikanode
As I remember from the last time that I used a...

As I remember from the last time that I used a buck-boost converter:

There was a volt or two of voltage drop between the input and output. e.g., with 12 volts in, the maximum output was about 10...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-22-2021, 04:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,353
Posted By ikanode
Few people other than tent campers use the 20amp...

Few people other than tent campers use the 20amp outlet. You'll have better luck using your 30amp cord and the 30 amp outlet.
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 03-07-2021, 04:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,292
Posted By ikanode
Your question is confusing. The title has...

Your question is confusing. The title has dispersed camping but the body talks about campsites.

There are lots of places in Death Valley where you can disperse camp along the secondary...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-04-2021, 05:28 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 6,882
Posted By ikanode
Something to consider is buying "car chargers"...

Something to consider is buying "car chargers" for you laptops. Meaning a charger made for your computer that plugs into a 12v cigarette lighter. These should be more efficient than the inverter...
Forum: The Kitchen 02-18-2021, 04:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,233
Posted By ikanode
Check to see how many watts the crockpot etc. is...

Check to see how many watts the crockpot etc. is using at various power settings. If the pot or manual doesn't have the info, use a "Kill A Watt Electricity Usage Monitor".

A Kill A Watt monitor...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-31-2021, 04:13 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 11,671
Posted By ikanode
Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries (LiFePO4) which...

Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries (LiFePO4) which are the kind used in RV's are NOT a fire hazard. They're different than the batteries used in cell phones or model airplanes--those are the ones that...
Forum: Practice your forum skills here 01-27-2021, 03:56 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,499
Posted By ikanode
This one could work. According to some reviews...

This one could work. According to some reviews the #4 filter cone is too small for the pot but a larger #6 filter works well. I'll give it a try.
Forum: Practice your forum skills here 01-27-2021, 12:04 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,499
Posted By ikanode
The biggest problem for me re: making coffee is...

The biggest problem for me re: making coffee is while boondocking. Cleaning a French Press or Percolator uses too much water and I don't like any grounds going into my grey tank.

A pour-over with...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-10-2021, 05:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,872
Posted By ikanode
I was told by a state inspection station in NC...

I was told by a state inspection station in NC that passenger cars require a rear-view mirror to pass the safety inspection but a truck (including pickups) does not. This was for an old Chevy Blazer...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 01-03-2021, 05:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,781
Posted By ikanode
You're the only one that cares about this. How...

You're the only one that cares about this. How much time do you spend looking at the problematic view?

Since it's a cosmetic issue, it's not worth any increased risk. Or, giving your insurance...
Forum: Practice your forum skills here 12-13-2020, 04:41 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,499
Posted By ikanode
I like a pour over. They make a great cup of...

I like a pour over. They make a great cup of coffee and come in various sizes from small to large. They're very easy to clean, just lift up the filter with the grounds or dump it. (No need to...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-29-2020, 04:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,998
Posted By ikanode
Do you have a tank style water heater that was...

Do you have a tank style water heater that was emptied?
It might hold 5 gallons or so. I thought my pump was bad one time when I partially filled the tank. I eventually realized that the water...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-07-2020, 07:56 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,078
Posted By ikanode
Parks that hold a reservation past the first...

Parks that hold a reservation past the first night are dumb! The exception would be if they're contacted to explain the arrival delay. e.g., Equipment breakdown, etc.

With demand so much greater...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-07-2020, 12:02 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,078
Posted By ikanode
It's confusing, but to me the penalty is only...

It's confusing, but to me the penalty is only based on how long the reservation was held and not how much notice was given.

In any case, we seem to agree that the penalty should take it account...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-06-2020, 10:42 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,078
Posted By ikanode
I can't plan a 6 week cross country trip visiting...

I can't plan a 6 week cross country trip visiting specific festivals, friends and family, without a 12 month reservation window.

Michigan's cancellation policy is half a solution. The other half...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-06-2020, 07:04 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 8,302
Posted By ikanode
We've only experienced one noise episode in 50...

We've only experienced one noise episode in 50 years of camping. We were tent camping at an bayside campsite in Main. At dusk we heard music in the distance and went to explore.

It was just...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-06-2020, 05:03 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 8,302
Posted By ikanode
Reservations are great! I'd hate spending...

Reservations are great! I'd hate spending several days getting ready for a trip, driving for 4 hours and finding out there isn't any space in the area. With reservations, I have to plan ahead but...
Forum: Trading Post | Classifieds 08-30-2020, 06:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,992
Posted By ikanode
You also need to get the specs for your air...

You also need to get the specs for your air conditioner for it's start up amp draw. Your inverter may shutdown on AC startup even if the inverter is capable of handling the AC running load. So you...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 08-16-2020, 04:32 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,666
Posted By ikanode
YouTube has lots of videos that I download on my...

YouTube has lots of videos that I download on my computer and take on trips for playback on it or on my iPad. I use Wondershare AllMyTube for the downloads which has Mac and Window's versions.
...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-23-2020, 07:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,186
Posted By ikanode
I guess it depends on the other uses. If you can...

I guess it depends on the other uses. If you can keep both ends clean; stored out of the light and heat, and drained when it's not going to be used for awhile, etc.

I'm no expert but the chlorine...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-23-2020, 05:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,186
Posted By ikanode
The OP said: "from my garden hose" If you...

The OP said: "from my garden hose"

If you really mean garden hose that's been attached to an outdoor faucet used to water the garden, wash the car etc. That's not a good idea. It may leach...
Forum: Gear, Swag, Parts and Tools 07-16-2020, 04:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,546
Posted By ikanode
You don't say what your main use will be but we...

You don't say what your main use will be but we use two adjustable height TV trays. Adequate for eating and easy to setup and store. Reasonably stable out doors but I wouldn't put a lot of weight...
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