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Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-29-2019, 09:53 PM
Replies: 349
Views: 61,591
Posted By Oliver2017
Times have changed and I suggest our personal...

Times have changed and I suggest our personal protection strategies keep up with the times :trash:.

We are soft targets for people looking for quick cash to support drug habits, fast food...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 01-14-2019, 06:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,277
Posted By Oliver2017
I'm no expert but, I believe they are stored...

I'm no expert but, I believe they are stored outside the van to save space.

At an additional cost, Lithionics has an internal heater that can be added when ordering a battery.
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 01-05-2019, 04:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,874
Posted By Oliver2017
This is a concern I have for my portable items...

This is a concern I have for my portable items but...I believe my system will be safer than an RV that is not required to have items secured for a crash test standard.

I plan to anchor the items...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 01-04-2019, 12:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,874
Posted By Oliver2017
:thanx: Thank you to all for the electrical...

:thanx: Thank you to all for the electrical advice!

Reading reviews of various RV Service Departments and their long waiting list for service, caused me to seek the help from an electrician that...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-01-2019, 01:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,175
Posted By Oliver2017
Creeps me out that the battery is under my...

Creeps me out that the battery is under my seat...

Under the hood, there is a place to attach a positive jumper cable and along the frame of the van a ground bolt to attach the neutral jumper...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-31-2018, 07:31 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 11,858
Posted By Oliver2017
Give Lithionics a look with their plug and play...

Give Lithionics a look with their plug and play system...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-31-2018, 07:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,175
Posted By Oliver2017
I found my battery...it is under the driver's...

I found my battery...it is under the driver's seat...

I can't get the Battery Tender WiFi Monitory to hook up with my WiFi...I have read and watched everything out there but, still no luck on...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-31-2018, 12:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,874
Posted By Oliver2017
Thank you George! I'm thinking I do...

Thank you George!

I'm thinking I do need/want the 30A to power the portable power distributer box.

I am keen on using one because it is portable and includes the safety features that will...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-30-2018, 10:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,874
Posted By Oliver2017
What does your AC inlet connect to on the inside...

What does your AC inlet connect to on the inside of your van? Inside my van, I want to be able to plug in the portable power distributor to the 30 amp power coming in the van.

I plan to have a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-30-2018, 03:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,874
Posted By Oliver2017
Any thoughts on using a "Temporary Power...

Any thoughts on using a "Temporary Power Distribution Box" for a DIY van conversion? I think it might solve my electrical access needs and I can use it in my future van...once I run the current one...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-29-2018, 04:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,175
Posted By Oliver2017
:hide: Where is my battery...I went to hook up...

:hide: Where is my battery...I went to hook up the Battery Tender Jr and the remote start box seems to be in the way...going to search YouTube...but if you know how to hook up a Battery Tender Jr to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-29-2018, 03:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,874
Posted By Oliver2017
I see you point but...my electrician is capable...

I see you point but...my electrician is capable of installing the components safely and by code but, wants me to supply the items. I don't want to waste his time by not having all the parts.
...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-29-2018, 03:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,175
Posted By Oliver2017
Thank you for posting this topic...this morning,...

Thank you for posting this topic...this morning, I purchased a Battery Tender Jr...only $31.99 on sale at Advanced Auto Parts and the Battery Tender Wireless Battery Monitor only $14.99 at Auto Zone.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-29-2018, 01:07 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,874
Posted By Oliver2017
Need Help Shopping for Electrical Parts

I found an electrician to install my electrical system but, I need to supply the parts and a plan. Please recommend items and add to my list:

I will need a 30 amp service into my van and be able...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-01-2018, 05:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,953
Posted By Oliver2017
Glue Guns & RV Repairs

Before I go out and buy a fancy adjustable glue gun to try to bond nylon webbing to my homemade bug screens, are there any of you using one for other RV projects? I'm trying to justify buying the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-23-2018, 02:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,501
Posted By Oliver2017
Thank you for all the magnet advice! I purchased...

Thank you for all the magnet advice! I purchased plenty of screen and magnets so now the fun begins with sewing/attaching the magnets into/onto the screen. :dance:
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-18-2018, 09:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,501
Posted By Oliver2017
:dance: :thanx::thanx::thanx:

:dance:

:thanx::thanx::thanx:
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-17-2018, 10:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,501
Posted By Oliver2017
I bought Phifer Black Pet Screen from the Home...

I bought Phifer Black Pet Screen from the Home Depot:
7-Times stronger than regular insect screening
Pet, puncture and tear resistant
Ideal for areas exposed to heavy wear or potential damage

I...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-17-2018, 04:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,501
Posted By Oliver2017
Excellent Blog!!!!:thanx: Is the 8 mm x 4 mm...

Excellent Blog!!!!:thanx:

Is the 8 mm x 4 mm sized neodymium magnet the best size for a bug screen (5'x6') that is heavy duty and coated (pet grade)?

Any suggestions on the price point I...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-17-2018, 12:47 AM
Replies: 906
Views: 336,193
Posted By Oliver2017
:popcorn: I enjoyed reading your reasons for...

:popcorn: I enjoyed reading your reasons for making the switch! Congrats! Would have really sucked if you had regrets.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-16-2018, 11:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,501
Posted By Oliver2017
Need Magnet Advice

Wow...I didn't realize how expensive magnets are...I am looking for magnets to use to hang a bug screen across the slider and rear van doors. I was thinking of using a lot of them...until I started...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-11-2018, 02:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,051
Posted By Oliver2017
Thank you Jeff! I purchased black...

Thank you Jeff!

I purchased black pillowcases for the Reflectix window coverings I made. The pillowcases can be removed for washing and summer use.

I purchased:
Simmons Siesta 3" roll up...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-02-2018, 09:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,051
Posted By Oliver2017
I made a compost toilet out of a small TV...

I made a compost toilet out of a small TV stand...but I'm thinking a smaller already made toilet will be easier to secure yet portable so, I purchased a Camco Premium Portable toilet...cheap from...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-01-2018, 12:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,051
Posted By Oliver2017
I did it! Officially off the fence!

After over a year of fretting on whattype of van to purchase, I'm the proud owner of a used 2017 Transit Passenger (grandchildren) low roof (I'm very short) van that fits in my garage. :dance:
...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-30-2018, 12:00 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,465
Posted By Oliver2017
Why No Love for Lithionics Plug & Play?

I could be wrong but, I don't really sense any excitement from DIY camper van posters on using the Lithionics plug and play system for their build. I hope to purchase a plug and play system for my...
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