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Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-01-2018, 11:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,144
Posted By DCHitt
Sportsmobile will build you whatever you want but...

Sportsmobile will build you whatever you want but they are not on the east coast. Also a new Promaster is going to cost you around 40k so that would not leave much for the conversion. I think with...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-15-2017, 01:51 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,457
Posted By DCHitt
If you use the idle option you don't need the...

If you use the idle option you don't need the UHG. Use the dash AC and if you want more install a rear evaporator/fan. The AC will be then driven directly from the engine and eliminates the need for...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-12-2017, 03:12 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,740
Posted By DCHitt
I looked further into the Minneapolis poster...

I looked further into the Minneapolis poster link. Here is a couple of exceptions that they allow. There are other exceptions also (like for dogs in the car).

"Idling is allowed if needed to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-12-2017, 02:51 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,740
Posted By DCHitt
Campgrounds normally let you plug in so it would...

Campgrounds normally let you plug in so it would not be an issue there... A plug in is the only reason I would be there (well maybe to dump).

We all need CO detectors. I have two just in case.......
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-12-2017, 02:28 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,740
Posted By DCHitt
I have only heard of idle laws for diesels, not...

I have only heard of idle laws for diesels, not gas. Does anyone know for sure?
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-11-2017, 11:10 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,740
Posted By DCHitt
I do have to remind you again that there is...

I do have to remind you again that there is another way. An idling gas engine running the dash AC will use about the same amount of fuel as an Onan.

And it is quieter than an Onan.

I see no...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-06-2017, 09:10 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,740
Posted By DCHitt
If you have a gas engine you can also idle the...

If you have a gas engine you can also idle the van engine all night with the dash AC. It will use about the same amount of fuel.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-04-2017, 05:17 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,740
Posted By DCHitt
I guess it depends on how you intend to use your...

I guess it depends on how you intend to use your class B and what you call "fully outfitted".

My 2015 Promaster SportsMobile has no Propane and no generator other than the optional 220 amp...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-21-2017, 02:22 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 32,196
Posted By DCHitt
If you plan to use Li batteries then they can...

If you plan to use Li batteries then they can take the high amps and need special treatment. In this case an added alternator may be the thing to do.

Lead acid/ AGM's will take a lot of amps for a...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-21-2017, 01:32 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,620
Posted By DCHitt
If you go to a Propane dealer you might find that...

If you go to a Propane dealer you might find that they can only fill your tank from their trucks and the trucks leave on their routes early. So you have to get there before they leave. Prices and...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-21-2017, 01:07 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 32,196
Posted By DCHitt
You might consider the third alternative. Use the...

You might consider the third alternative. Use the alternator that comes with the van.

My Dodge Ram Promaster has a 220 amp alternator that will put out more than my AGM batteries can take.
...
Forum: The Kitchen 11-19-2017, 04:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,105
Posted By DCHitt
Sportsmobile had mine held in with screws from...

Sportsmobile had mine held in with screws from the refrig compartment up through the board between the refrig and micro and into the bottom of the micro. That meant I had to pull the refrig to get at...
Forum: The Kitchen 11-18-2017, 11:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,105
Posted By DCHitt
Looks good. I doubt you used the convection...

Looks good. I doubt you used the convection function anyway.
Have fun getting it mounded... Looks like you have space left over.
Forum: The Kitchen 11-18-2017, 06:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,105
Posted By DCHitt
Microwaves don't cost a lot. When mine crapped...

Microwaves don't cost a lot. When mine crapped out I just went to WalMart and found one that fit the space.

I did make a few changes in the way it was mounded so if it happens again I will not...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-17-2017, 06:08 PM
Replies: 1,145
Views: 289,922
Posted By DCHitt
Yes.. Lots of tricky details. Sounds like a job...

Yes.. Lots of tricky details. Sounds like a job for ARV. Since they only build on MB that should limit the effort.

It could be 12 volt or 110vac. I think there is a bigger selections of 110 ac...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-17-2017, 04:23 PM
Replies: 1,145
Views: 289,922
Posted By DCHitt
If they just add the second 110vac compressor...

If they just add the second 110vac compressor they will not need an enclosure since they will be using the evaporator already there from the dash AC. The best reliability improvements come from...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-17-2017, 03:15 PM
Replies: 1,145
Views: 289,922
Posted By DCHitt
I'm sure ARV will come up with something. I see...

I'm sure ARV will come up with something. I see that they are ducting overhead and that is nice.

One of the reasons I like gas engines is so I can idle with the AC or heat on. I have rear heat and...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-16-2017, 09:47 PM
Replies: 1,145
Views: 289,922
Posted By DCHitt
+1 Except I would like to see a gas engine..

+1 Except I would like to see a gas engine..
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-07-2017, 07:55 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,559
Posted By DCHitt
We need to find ways to use all the extra heat...

We need to find ways to use all the extra heat from the combustion engines to increase the efficiency. Oh.. I'll heat my hot water tank with it... Oh... I'll heat the van with it...

Electric...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-06-2017, 09:16 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,559
Posted By DCHitt
In my young years we used to rebuild our gas...

In my young years we used to rebuild our gas engines after about 40 or 50K miles. Since then there have been lots of improvements in materials and oils. I don't think you can ware out a gas engine...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-02-2017, 09:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,723
Posted By DCHitt
Use the search function to find others that have...

Use the search function to find others that have done this. Like..

https://www.classbforum.com/forums/f5/removing-graphics-and-decals-on-new-era-70a-3513.html
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-25-2017, 02:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,807
Posted By DCHitt
As I remember my old gas refrig with one of the...

As I remember my old gas refrig with one of the piezo lighters also had a red button you had to hold to get the gas to flow without the flame. You had to hold the red button until the safety got hot....
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-23-2017, 07:38 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,377
Posted By DCHitt
The trouble with having stuff you don't need is...

The trouble with having stuff you don't need is that it still needs maintaining.

The right answer is to have what you need and no more. It may limit your market or it could improve your market...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-23-2017, 05:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,377
Posted By DCHitt
AGM batteries and 2000 watt inverter, or shore if...

AGM batteries and 2000 watt inverter, or shore if it's there. No generator
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-23-2017, 04:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,377
Posted By DCHitt
Our microwave is the only way we can heat food....

Our microwave is the only way we can heat food. Works for us.
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