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Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-18-2023, 11:08 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,801
Posted By eric1514
Yes. Done it multiple times.

Yes. Done it multiple times.
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 05-10-2023, 12:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,694
Posted By eric1514
On my G model, the cabinetry is in the way making...

On my G model, the cabinetry is in the way making it a tight squeeze to put your hand on the handle. A remote pull strap makes it easier to open the door. I made a similar strap out of some nylon...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 01-12-2023, 07:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,319
Posted By eric1514
That is a shame. He built good and useful...

That is a shame. He built good and useful products and sold them at a reasonable price. I spoke with him once and he was very helpful. RIP.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-23-2022, 10:54 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,750
Posted By eric1514
I apologize. I haven't read this whole thread,...

I apologize. I haven't read this whole thread, but can you try bypassing the starter switch, you know, hot wire it? That switch is also how you turn the thing off and perhaps it's faulty.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-29-2022, 04:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,251
Posted By eric1514
I used a Harbor Freight hitch mounted carrier to...

I used a Harbor Freight hitch mounted carrier to carry a Honda CT90 on my Travato. That bike weighs a little less than 200lbs. The bike is very easy to tie down to the carrier. There's lots of places...
Forum: Trading Post | Classifieds 09-15-2022, 12:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,480
Posted By eric1514
There can't be that many fuses. Pull each one and...

There can't be that many fuses. Pull each one and visually inspect it or better yet, test it with a meter.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-15-2022, 10:41 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,421
Posted By eric1514
Did you use an OEM carb or did you buy an...

Did you use an OEM carb or did you buy an aftermarket replacement?
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-13-2022, 01:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,201
Posted By eric1514
The fun begins when you realize you can't pour...

The fun begins when you realize you can't pour the oil back in.

Get a pump. They make some that screw onto the top of a quart bottle of oil.
...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 09-06-2022, 10:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,983
Posted By eric1514
If you're handy, you can disconnect the fuel line...

If you're handy, you can disconnect the fuel line to the generator and place it into a container of Seafoam and gas. Seafoam recommends 1 part Seafoam to 2 parts gas. That's a lot of Seafoam if you...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-01-2022, 02:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,413
Posted By eric1514
To each there own, but I can't think of any time...

To each there own, but I can't think of any time that I would want to discharge my chassis battery for the benefit of my house battery.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-01-2022, 12:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,413
Posted By eric1514
I don't know why you'd want "complete control of...

I don't know why you'd want "complete control of this function" when you could install a Trik-l-Start and just have it automatically keep both battery banks charged as necessary.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-24-2022, 10:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 936
Posted By eric1514
I use a similar cover made by the same company....

I use a similar cover made by the same company. It is lightweight compared to an ADCO cover so it's easier to get up onto the roof and it's very slippery so it's easy to remove, also. It's on its 3rd...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-07-2022, 12:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 997
Posted By eric1514
I use a system from TireMinder on the car I'm...

I use a system from TireMinder on the car I'm towing behind my Class C. You can adjust the pressure and temperature parameters individually for each tire. The display is solar powered but it is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-19-2022, 01:13 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,106
Posted By eric1514
I can't give you hard numbers because I wasn't...

I can't give you hard numbers because I wasn't expecting this thread but in my van with 2 100Ah AGMs or in my Class C with 4 GC2s (400+Ah) I don't remember ever seeing more than 18 amps going into...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-18-2022, 09:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,106
Posted By eric1514
For what it’s worth, I have never seen anything...

For what it’s worth, I have never seen anything close to 45 amps from my PD charger.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-03-2022, 03:47 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,007
Posted By eric1514
Don’t replace the hitch. That’s not the problem....

Don’t replace the hitch. That’s not the problem. It’s the chassis that’s failing, not the hitch. The hitch isn’t bending, the sheet metal ends of the sheet metal frame are cracking off.

Also, I...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-03-2022, 01:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,007
Posted By eric1514
One solution that works well is to support the...

One solution that works well is to support the load from the upper door hinges.

https://photos.smugmug.com/Shared/n-vbVVCS/Isata-and-RV-related/i-ZG4j355/0/4ba6d6d1/M/IMG_1172-M.jpg

Notice the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-03-2022, 12:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,007
Posted By eric1514
That's a Promaster van, right. The van is unibody...

That's a Promaster van, right. The van is unibody construction. There is no frame that hitch is bolted to. The thin sheet metal box structure that hitch is bolted to is failing. Eventually it will...
Forum: Gear, Swag, Parts and Tools 07-01-2022, 10:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,199
Posted By eric1514
I have this one. Walmart OzarK Trail...

I have this one.

Walmart OzarK Trail (https://www.walmart.com/ip/Ozark-Trail-13-x-9-Screen-House-with-One-Large-Room-Blue/851873181?athbdg=L1200)

It's gone up 50% in price since I bought mine...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-10-2022, 11:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,094
Posted By eric1514
There is no pilot light. The flame you see is the...

There is no pilot light. The flame you see is the burner flame. Depending on the model, the flame might modulate slightly or it might extinguish and relight. Try cleaning around where the flame is...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-05-2022, 07:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,630
Posted By eric1514
I took an old hose off and took it to a propane...

I took an old hose off and took it to a propane supply business. They built a quality hose dirt cheap while I waited.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-05-2022, 07:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,788
Posted By eric1514
If you search the Facebook Travato Wannabees...

If you search the Facebook Travato Wannabees page, you will find many examples of reinforcements done to OEM Promaster receivers. Most involve fabricating and welding on some steel to give more...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 05-17-2022, 11:08 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,554
Posted By eric1514
They’re also very inexpensive if you look for...

They’re also very inexpensive if you look for them on Craigslist or what ever. I bought a Coleman 425F, made in 1987, for $1 at a yard sale and spent about $15 making it work like it was meant to. I...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 05-04-2022, 01:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,895
Posted By eric1514
Is there a wall plate for this unit? If so,...

Is there a wall plate for this unit? If so, remove it, find the 12v+ wire (the fused one) and put a switch on that wire and mount the switch close to the wall plate.
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 04-23-2022, 11:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,114
Posted By eric1514
There's a drop-down box near the "fuel guage"...

There's a drop-down box near the "fuel guage" marked "jump to folder". Select "Sent".
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