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Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 03-03-2022, 12:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,624
Posted By fwdanielson
That's a nifty solution. Does the Inkbird come...

That's a nifty solution. Does the Inkbird come with a temperature probe or do you have to mount the unit in the fridge? I couldn't quite tell from the Amazon description
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-03-2022, 12:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 908
Posted By fwdanielson
Got this one if you need it

If you have the flush mount trim with the square insert I have one left over from my recent water heater replacement. Here is a picture, it came out upsidown but you should get the idea. Let me know...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-31-2022, 02:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,323
Posted By fwdanielson
What did you use to seal it when reinstalling the...

What did you use to seal it when reinstalling the door? How did it work? I'm leaning towards using Sikaflex or similar polyurethane caulk.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-30-2022, 11:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,323
Posted By fwdanielson
Started pulling the water heater today. The...

Started pulling the water heater today. The sealant from the factory was definitely not butyl tape. It was originally white and just stained black around the edges. It is still malleable and feels...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-20-2022, 01:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,323
Posted By fwdanielson
Pictures

Here's a couple of pictures showing how the gap increases towards the bottom and how it spans the ridge in the side of the van along the way. I was a bitt surprised when measuring to find that the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-20-2022, 02:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,323
Posted By fwdanielson
Replacing water heater on old vans

It's time to replace the water heater on our 1995 Chevy based Roadterk. The mechanics of it are pretty straightforward but I'm a bit unsure how they sealed it on the outside. The sides are curved in...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-26-2021, 04:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,213
Posted By fwdanielson
Gross Combined Weight Rating

For the record the number you want is the gross combined weight rating or GCWR. This is the maximum total weight of the vehicle and towed weight. The rated maximum towing capacity assumes the vehicle...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 04-18-2021, 04:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,829
Posted By fwdanielson
If you've only recently purchased the van the...

If you've only recently purchased the van the best advice I can give is don't change anything until you have some experience with it. After some time on the road and in camp your priorities will...
Forum: Fuel Economy 10-08-2020, 04:56 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 118,694
Posted By fwdanielson
GM makes a TBI intake manifold that bolts to the...

GM makes a TBI intake manifold that bolts to the Vortec heads so you can upgrade the heads and keep the TBI injection and computer. That and a set of junkyard heads would not be terribly expensive. I...
Forum: Fuel Economy 10-08-2020, 03:52 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 118,694
Posted By fwdanielson
Vortec vs TBI

That's why I pointed out that my 95 has a TBI motor. That engine was introduced in 1987. The Vortec motors introduced in 1996 were a substantial improvement.
Forum: Fuel Economy 10-08-2020, 12:33 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 118,694
Posted By fwdanielson
Update on 1995 Chevy

Our 1995 Chevy Roadtrek 190 Versatile is the last year of the old style Chey van chassis with the last year of the TBI 350. We have been getting 10.5 to 11 MPG and also had hot soak vapor lock...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 05-14-2018, 05:29 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,777
Posted By fwdanielson
All the time

We have an older Roadtrek with the shower in the aisle and the floor drain and use the shower all the time, even when there are bath houses. My wife especially likes the privacy of using our own...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 04-11-2018, 09:38 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 14,412
Posted By fwdanielson
All of the time

We cook most of our meals in the van on the stove. Everything from shrimp and grits to chicken parmigiana to poached fish. Our van is an older Roadtrek with a proper vent hood and a stainless steel...
Forum: Places & Routes 04-11-2018, 09:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,458
Posted By fwdanielson
Red Cliffs National Conservation Area

There is camping available at the Red Cliffs NCA which is about an hour from Zion and is a worthy spot to visit in it's own right. Besides the actual Red Cliffs campground there is a campground at...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 09-25-2017, 03:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,416
Posted By fwdanielson
The air pre-heater gets warm air from the...

The air pre-heater gets warm air from the generator engine running and does not have any effect during a cold start.

Is the generator propane powered by any chance? Propane units do not have the...
Forum: Gear, Swag, Parts and Tools 09-25-2017, 03:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,329
Posted By fwdanielson
In ended up installing a 5000BTU unit because...

In ended up installing a 5000BTU unit because that was the only one I could find that was not too tall to fit in the opening. It works but doesn't quite keep up on 95 degree summer days her in the...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 09-25-2017, 03:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,416
Posted By fwdanielson
It should have the air pre-heater flap and...

It should have the air pre-heater flap and control. Here is a picture facing the generator airbox and carburetor. The airbox says "Air Pre-Heater Push in for winter Pull out for Summer" with an arrow...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 06-16-2017, 06:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,330
Posted By fwdanielson
Someone tell me this is a good way to carry a kayak

The picture is from the 1993 Roadtrek brochure. Mine is a 95 Chevy and essentially the same van. I'm going on a fishing trip next month and need to bring the kayak.
Forum: Trading Post | Classifieds 03-02-2017, 01:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,223
Posted By fwdanielson
I had noticed this on Craigslist recently. From...

I had noticed this on Craigslist recently. From the description it sounds close to what you are looking for.

https://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/cto/5994337972.html

There's also a nice looking...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-01-2017, 12:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,376
Posted By fwdanielson
The fuse is the limit

That outlet is powered by a circuit from the 12 volt distribution panel and has a fuse. The fuse is the limit of the circuit and the outlet. If you're not sure which one it is just plug something in...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 02-28-2017, 09:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,593
Posted By fwdanielson
Sorry for the confusion. I meant remove the...

Sorry for the confusion. I meant remove the fridge instead of attempting to remove the upper vent. Once the fridge is out you can access anything and the upper vent can be left alone.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 02-28-2017, 08:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,593
Posted By fwdanielson
Why service? The fridge is 20 years old and could...

Why service? The fridge is 20 years old and could stand a good flue cleaning. It struggles to keep up with the hot Florida weather at times and I plan to re-install using the manufacturer's...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 02-28-2017, 05:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,593
Posted By fwdanielson
These folks at arpv.com sell fan kits and...

These folks at arpv.com sell fan kits and controllers but are rather pricey. If you're handy at some lightweight fabrication and wiring you could make the same setup for less. There are any number of...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 02-28-2017, 05:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,593
Posted By fwdanielson
Thanks for learning that for us. I've been...

Thanks for learning that for us. I've been eyeballing the upper vent and thinking about trying to take it off. When I need to service the fridge it is coming out.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 02-28-2017, 03:42 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 18,948
Posted By fwdanielson
I think it's less likely that the drop out rate...

I think it's less likely that the drop out rate is that high and more likely that the industry is channel stuffing. As a longtime cigar smoker I saw the same thing happen in the 90's when that became...
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