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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-10-2023, 07:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 650
Posted By gksmith
Sudden Coach Battery Failure

I was recently surprised by sudden complete failure of both of my coach batteries! I have not used my 2003 LT Van this summer, as I had it for sale due to my purchase of a new Panoramic Van. I have...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-17-2021, 02:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,564
Posted By gksmith
I have a flat driveway, so that is a plus. But my...

I have a flat driveway, so that is a plus. But my lack of self confidence towards the job is a big negative. The last two times it was removed (one at Cummins), they commented on how difficult it was...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-16-2021, 08:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,564
Posted By gksmith
Thanks for you suggestions. I am almost at my...

Thanks for you suggestions. I am almost at my wits end, having to remove the genset 3 times in 5 years at over $500 each time. Once to replace the control board (which did resolve a problem), second...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-15-2021, 02:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,564
Posted By gksmith
Ongoing Onan 2800 Genset Problem

I am having a very difficult time starting my Onan 2800 genset. It seems to be related to temperatures below 70 degrees. It will start and run fine at first, but only for about 10 seconds. I have to...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-17-2021, 01:49 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 8,565
Posted By gksmith
I think most Class B owners are very happy or...

I think most Class B owners are very happy or else they would not have one. Why? Because they are very expensive for what you get. But they are willing to pay the extra cost for the convenience...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-01-2021, 01:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,977
Posted By gksmith
Most, but not all, Walmarts have filtered water...

Most, but not all, Walmarts have filtered water for sale at 39cents per gallon. We use that for all our drinking water. That makes our RV water last a long time.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 02-12-2021, 05:07 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,692
Posted By gksmith
As the OP, here is what my brother and wife...

As the OP, here is what my brother and wife decided to do--they waited an extra month and flew back to Philadelphia non-stop. I agreed with most of you that renting an RV was not the practical thing...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-11-2020, 12:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 973
Posted By gksmith
Solved it! I was positive the ground was fine as...

Solved it! I was positive the ground was fine as it was firmly attached to the clamp on the negative battery post. However due to your comment and the troubleshooting guide, I decided to undo the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-10-2020, 06:46 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,108
Posted By gksmith
I used lightstream.com for a 14 year old Leisure...

I used lightstream.com for a 14 year old Leisure Travel van four years ago. Not only were their rates the lowest, they did not ask for any security. In fact they requested that no papers be filed...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-10-2020, 03:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 973
Posted By gksmith
BlueSea ML-ACR but dead chassis battery

I was surprised the other morning to find my chassis battery dead and am now trying to figure out why. It was plugged into shore power for about two weeks. I have a BlueSea Magnetic Latch Automatic...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-20-2020, 03:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,101
Posted By gksmith
Thanks for the pictures. That helps.

Thanks for the pictures. That helps.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-07-2020, 11:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,101
Posted By gksmith
Thanks for the suggestion. Obviously I am not a...

Thanks for the suggestion. Obviously I am not a motorcycle person! I appreciate the leads.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-07-2020, 11:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,101
Posted By gksmith
Thanks for the suggestion. Unfortunately I can...

Thanks for the suggestion. Unfortunately I can hardly feel the valve, let alone make a modification. In addition, the van is so low that I can't see underneath it. Maybe a RV shop can help. I am...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-07-2020, 02:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,101
Posted By gksmith
Waste valve cable sheath loose

While trying to lubricate a hard to operate gray water waste valve cable and moving the handle back and forth, the cable sheath broke loose from the bracket holding it. Now the whole assembly,...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-29-2020, 05:37 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,692
Posted By gksmith
Amtrak seems to be the most viable alternative. ...

Amtrak seems to be the most viable alternative. I had not thought about a private sleeper car. I will give them this idea. Thanks for the suggestion!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-28-2020, 06:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,690
Posted By gksmith
Coach battery bad ground is beginning to make...

Coach battery bad ground is beginning to make sense to me, too. This explains why there is absolutely no activation of the genset starter solenoid when trying to start off of the coach batteries....
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-28-2020, 06:26 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,692
Posted By gksmith
This is a very apropos article. I will forward...

This is a very apropos article. I will forward it to them. Thanks!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-27-2020, 01:43 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,690
Posted By gksmith
I checked voltage tonight after being on shore...

I checked voltage tonight after being on shore power for a couple of days and it is 12.8 volts, but still no go trying to start the genset off of coach batteries. I had previously upgraded to a...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-26-2020, 03:52 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,692
Posted By gksmith
I am wondering if the return trip might be us! ...

I am wondering if the return trip might be us! My wife would like to upgrade our 2002 Leisure Travel, so it might be a dangerous trip for me!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-26-2020, 03:48 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,690
Posted By gksmith
To determine my voltages, I use a 12 volt plug-in...

To determine my voltages, I use a 12 volt plug-in USB adapter that also displays voltage. I have found these readings correspond with the ones that I get at the batteries with a multimeter. The...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-26-2020, 03:15 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,692
Posted By gksmith
Update on Emergency Travel Across US

Thanks for all the responses. And your feelings have basically coincided with mine--stay in their nice beach house until most fears of the Coronavirus have dissapated and then travel to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-24-2020, 04:10 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,690
Posted By gksmith
Updated Battery Charging Bafflement

I gave up and replaced my coach batteries on the road. But my bafflement continues. In the morning, I cannot start my genset without manually switching my batteries together using the external...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-24-2020, 02:52 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,692
Posted By gksmith
Emergency Travel Across US - Class B?

My much older brother and wife have a winter home in Laguna Beach CA and summer home in Philadelphia. Both are in their 80's and relatively healthy, but are currently in CA. With the coronavirus...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-13-2020, 05:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,690
Posted By gksmith
Thanks for the suggestions. Yes, I do measure...

Thanks for the suggestions. Yes, I do measure the voltages, using a digital multimeter when testing and plug in digital voltage readouts when observing. I an sure I need new batteries, but I am on...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-13-2020, 04:11 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,690
Posted By gksmith
I have a Leisure Travel Freedom 4M on a 2002...

I have a Leisure Travel Freedom 4M on a 2002 Dodge RamVan 3500 chasis.
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