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Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-28-2023, 04:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 675
Posted By Ken Allan
DOT 20# tanks vs ASME tanks

The DOT (so called) 20# tanks are different. They are made to be portable and I think the 20# is just an approximation of what you will be lifting. Example: My BBQ frill tank weighs 22-23# when...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-28-2023, 01:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 675
Posted By Ken Allan
The nameplate lists the tank total interior...

The nameplate lists the tank total interior volume.
30 x .8 = propane capacity.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-28-2023, 12:25 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,677
Posted By Ken Allan
You can't overfill

We have a Manchester 5.9 gal tank. It can only be filled to 80% (safety limit) because there is a mechanical fill valve inside that stops any more propane liquid from going in. At 80% the dial gauge...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-15-2023, 03:13 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,803
Posted By Ken Allan
Bubble level "calibration"

The photo I posted above shows my markings of "accurate" degrees.

I was never able to determine what these large bubble levels were used for or why the strange markings. I did figure out the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-15-2023, 01:58 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,803
Posted By Ken Allan
Camper Leveler - PRO $6.99

There are tons of phone app's for leveling. Some are free with lots of spam included. Some you pay for. I personally hate my cell phone but they can be handy or some things.

I have the paid...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-15-2023, 01:35 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,803
Posted By Ken Allan
Bubble Levels

@phantomjock... FYI
I have a couple of these large bubble levels too. I thought these are great as they are very accurate at 1-2-3 degree markings. After checking, I found the markings are NOT...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-08-2023, 02:07 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,949
Posted By Ken Allan
Facebook... Groan

I too hate facebook, but, I have to refer to it to get some specific info from folks that have similar equipment. It was particularly irksome that SOK battery "Customer Service" is only on...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-14-2023, 01:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 745
Posted By Ken Allan
Possibly the Balmar regulator?

If you haven't already tried this... You might be better asking this question on the Roadtrek facebook group.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1676694222568818

These ecotrek systems are...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-28-2023, 01:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 987
Posted By Ken Allan
The ants probably have a nest somewhere in...

The ants probably have a nest somewhere in insulation. I am not a fan of chemicals but there are probably some you could spray around. When ants are gone, wash all surfaces. If they will eat the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-27-2023, 11:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,098
Posted By Ken Allan
We don't know exactly how your Banff is outfitted...

We don't know exactly how your Banff is outfitted so on this forum you may not get a direct answer to your question. The best I can tell is that there are variations in how these Hymers were...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-17-2023, 08:35 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,118
Posted By Ken Allan
Go modern...UHG

My vote is to go modern with UHG and good capacity LFP's. Idling a Promaster does no damage per the Promaster forum's collective knowledge.

I may ruffle some of the generator proponent's feathers...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-17-2023, 08:08 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,118
Posted By Ken Allan
Balmar problem??

This statement needed some explaining.

The only problem I am aware of is that some builders mounted the balmar just ahead of the left front tire. Terrible access if a fuse blows. Not a dry...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-19-2023, 08:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,116
Posted By Ken Allan
I was expecting one on-off switch. This looks...

I was expecting one on-off switch. This looks like you turn ALL the batteries ON with the blue switch and OFF with the battery disconnect switch??

I am not familiar with how Road trek wires these...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-19-2023, 12:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,116
Posted By Ken Allan
As U. Rico mentioned, and I would --think-- too: ...

As U. Rico mentioned, and I would --think-- too: In effect you have a front 12v battery and a rear 12v battery. These are in parallel for a 12 system. Both the solar and the inverter positives...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-15-2023, 10:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,116
Posted By Ken Allan
lable on bottom

I also had unknown (unmarked) solar panels. I was able to get an inspection camera underneath and found the Mfr lable. I was able to identify from that. I'm not sure if you have room to do that. ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-14-2023, 12:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 671
Posted By Ken Allan
With my limited experience it does sound like...

With my limited experience it does sound like power is not getting thru the BMS. I am mostly familiar with SOK battery. I have seen cases where folks seem to have a similar problem. With...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-13-2023, 11:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 671
Posted By Ken Allan
Only Questions...

Are you sure the battery is actually charged? Does BMS tell you the individual cell voltage?

Do you have a circuit breaker or fuse on inverter?

Cmos is ON, Dmos is OFF = sounds like low...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-28-2023, 12:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,852
Posted By Ken Allan
2011 While in Canada...

We took a two week trip to Canada in 2011. We left for home from Killarney. Made a quick stop in some store on the way. Got talking to a clerk and said we were on our way home to USA. He said... ...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-19-2023, 07:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,852
Posted By Ken Allan
US Debt Limit & Parks ?

US hit debt ceiling today. Fed says it will take measures to keep things going until June shutdown. I am wondering if National parks will be afflicted early on?

We were planning a 3 week trip to...
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 01-17-2023, 08:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,881
Posted By Ken Allan
Ms.Nomer... Do you think we sold them on a...

Ms.Nomer... Do you think we sold them on a Promaster? We can split the commission?
Forum: The Manufacturers & Models 01-17-2023, 05:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,881
Posted By Ken Allan
Google--- Ford Transit vs Promaster. I doubt...

Google--- Ford Transit vs Promaster.
I doubt you will get a definitive answer as to reliability of one or the other being better. My guess is it's comparing apples to apples. Chose the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-13-2022, 03:56 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,139
Posted By Ken Allan
the "Van"

We have had multiple Chevy window vans over the years (decades) to support our hiking, camping, traveling. They were all lovingly known as "The Van". Then a couple of years ago we brought the 2018...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-08-2022, 09:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,373
Posted By Ken Allan
I have a 2018 Hymer Sunlight2 that probably has a...

I have a 2018 Hymer Sunlight2 that probably has a very similar ecotrek system. it worked great...until it didn't. It seemed like I needed witchcraft to get it working. I had the same exact problem...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-26-2022, 01:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,124
Posted By Ken Allan
Sleep in Your driveway.

I'd suggest you sleep in van at home when it gets down to 25° or less and preferably windy. Turn the heat on in the morning. You will quickly find all the cold air leaks. And where the cold just...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-26-2022, 01:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,124
Posted By Ken Allan
Fuzzy toilet seat covers !!

Fuzzy toilet seat covers !!
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