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Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-23-2018, 09:45 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 26,776
Posted By Technomadness
Or a ProMaster. Both the sprinter and ProMaster...

Or a ProMaster. Both the sprinter and ProMaster have some bone headed ergonomic choices but being trapped in the seat of the ford is across the line.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-23-2018, 09:44 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 26,776
Posted By Technomadness
I don’t remember what RV I was in when I...

I don’t remember what RV I was in when I discovered this. I felt trapped and despite entering from the cabin I exited via the driver’s door. Some ergonomic touches were nice but this was a deal...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 04-03-2018, 07:27 PM
Replies: 234
Views: 49,510
Posted By Technomadness
Lithium/Alternator/Inverter Package from Xantrex

What a joke.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 04-03-2018, 12:43 AM
Replies: 256
Views: 52,652
Posted By Technomadness
That’s a good point. I didn’t lose any tires...

That’s a good point. I didn’t lose any tires when I went, so the “two spares” advice might be dated (I think tires and the roads are both better than they were 40 years ago, but you know how people...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 04-02-2018, 09:49 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 52,652
Posted By Technomadness
Why are the major class-B manufactures so out of touch and behind in U.S. market?

In Alaska in general, a ProMaster will do fine. All of the roads south of the arctic circle you will do fine— sometimes they are gravel, usually while under construction, so be aware of what you have...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 04-02-2018, 09:40 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 52,652
Posted By Technomadness
Would you mind telling me a bit about the tires...

Would you mind telling me a bit about the tires you chose? How large? Did you have to modify the wheel wells? What do Sumo springs get you? Was that necessary for the tires?

The ProMaster is a...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-29-2018, 11:26 AM
Replies: 256
Views: 52,652
Posted By Technomadness
If you liked the TRAVATO 59k, and the layout of...

If you liked the TRAVATO 59k, and the layout of the Activ but not the quality, check out the TRAVATO 59G— its a copy of the Hymer Grand Canyon (on which the activ is based too).

I wanted 4x4...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-27-2018, 06:27 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,478
Posted By Technomadness
Shock is about the only downside I’m aware of....

Shock is about the only downside I’m aware of. Higher voltage is more efficient.

12V is a legacy of ancient tech.


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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-27-2018, 06:25 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 55,376
Posted By Technomadness
I think you are way underestimating how much...

I think you are way underestimating how much longer the life is. Remember most stats are 1C or higher, yet most charging of a decent sized pack or via solar for even small packs, is well less than...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-27-2018, 06:20 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 55,376
Posted By Technomadness
No I wouldn’t. And further, if you want to make...

No I wouldn’t. And further, if you want to make an argument, make it. You’re the one making assumptions here and you totally fail to to even try to dig into the basis of my claim.

But asserting...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-26-2018, 04:25 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 15,424
Posted By Technomadness
I have some opinions but will let experience...

I have some opinions but will let experience guide me. The biggest thing is I have different priorities and allocation of space/resources than the production RVs are targeted for.


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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-26-2018, 04:21 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 55,376
Posted By Technomadness
Lithium battery chemistry has been around for...

Lithium battery chemistry has been around for decades. Not so long in RVs, but then these people aren’t shipping product much different from the 1970s anyway.


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Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-26-2018, 12:57 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 52,652
Posted By Technomadness
Why are the major class-B manufactures so out of touch and behind in U.S. market?

Do check out the Winnebago ERA 70M. That particular model has huge tanks for a class-B, and is priced like a Winnebago. Fresh is 44, Black is 22, grey is 25 on that unit.
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 03-26-2018, 12:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,227
Posted By Technomadness
There’s several YouTube videos of their work,...

There’s several YouTube videos of their work, which is interesting to see. Saw some good stuff and some “what were they thinking”, but one advantage of this approach is the quality or its lack is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-26-2018, 12:43 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 55,376
Posted By Technomadness
TCO of LFP is a whole lot cheaper than AGM. ...

TCO of LFP is a whole lot cheaper than AGM.

Stick to old school technology if you want, but let’s stop with the silly claims.

This constant FUD projects insecurity.


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Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 03-26-2018, 12:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,678
Posted By Technomadness
Newbie from the PNW - Winnebago Paseo

Glad it’s working out for you! What made to choose it over the TRAVATO? (Just curious.)

I think the PNWis the perfect place for class b camping. Can’t wait to visit again.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-26-2018, 12:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,813
Posted By Technomadness
Illuminating! Sounds like a CSR got two...

Illuminating!

Sounds like a CSR got two customers confused and Jim couldn’t be bothered to have his facts straight.

This just reinforces the perception of the RV industry as a bunch of used car...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-26-2018, 12:22 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 15,424
Posted By Technomadness
I’ve been facing this very question recently-...

I’ve been facing this very question recently- whether to build or buy. I’m opting to build for a couple reasons-
- building the interior using my method will be something I have enjoyed in the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-25-2018, 10:24 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 36,176
Posted By Technomadness
Now that’s what I’m talking about! I can produce...

Now that’s what I’m talking about! I can produce a 240V power supply. I wonder if you could buy this Trina online from a retailer in the UK or EU... or are they OEM only?

Still need a fuel based...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 03-18-2018, 05:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,077
Posted By Technomadness
Could be plausible, nothing strictly wrong with...

Could be plausible, nothing strictly wrong with it in theory. Though RVs usually have lots of junk up there so you may be cutting a lot of panels. I would put plastic over the polyiso to protect it....
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-18-2018, 04:01 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,648
Posted By Technomadness
I was optimistic about fuel cells in the mid...

I was optimistic about fuel cells in the mid 1990s. Nearly 30 years later I think they are fundamentally limited.

The science is sound, but that doesn’t always mean a practical product can be...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-15-2018, 05:17 AM
Replies: 256
Views: 52,652
Posted By Technomadness
Why are the major class-B manufactures so out of touch and behind in U.S. market?

Wow, towables are over %86 of the whole market. Just astounding. The motor home is seemingly on its way out.


Class Bs has the strongest growth, but from tiny numbers.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-14-2018, 05:35 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 52,652
Posted By Technomadness
Why are the major class-B manufactures so out of touch and behind in U.S. market?

Is that right? There were 500k RVs made, which would mean class-Bs are %1. I think your number is off by 10X.

Do you have a link to the data? I saw it at the RVIA site a couple months ago but...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-14-2018, 05:22 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 24,455
Posted By Technomadness
Yes, the TRAVATO is too of the list to buy. The...

Yes, the TRAVATO is too of the list to buy. The GL is a great improvement... but I’m not sure how soon it will be on the market and actually available for sale.

It does seems a bit weird putting...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-12-2018, 11:49 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 24,455
Posted By Technomadness
They look like they have the right idea— no wood,...

They look like they have the right idea— no wood, modular etc. alas they are only doing the transit, and the transit doesn’t work for me for ergonomic reasons. But I’ll be in their area in a bit...
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