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Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 11-01-2016, 01:01 AM
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Posted By Cannuck
Thanks... A lot of the van's plumbing is in...

Thanks... A lot of the van's plumbing is in horizontal runs. This might work, but I'd feel more confident if it was blown. I guess a few experiments would prove it out.
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 11-01-2016, 12:59 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
I think the 2nd is the real gotcha. It appears...

I think the 2nd is the real gotcha. It appears most other issues can be dealt with. I've come to realize this from doing some research. I think for short trips like skiiing - we'd rough it to...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 11-01-2016, 12:53 AM
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Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
To a large extent, I agree. The inconvenience of...

To a large extent, I agree. The inconvenience of dealing with dumping black and gray tanks in the off season where most dump stations are closed in many cases would override the convenience of...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 11-01-2016, 12:11 AM
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Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
Thanks... I did receive the "Owner's Manual...

Thanks... I did receive the "Owner's Manual EcoTrek_Battery_Guide" today from Roadtrek. You are correct, but their manual states that the modules will shutdown if too hot, too cold, or at low charge...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 11-01-2016, 12:05 AM
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Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
I received an Ecotrek guideline from Roadtrek...

I received an Ecotrek guideline from Roadtrek today called "Owner's Manual
EcoTrek_Battery_Guide". It answered a lot of my questions. Looks like things will work well for my purposes. The manual...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-30-2016, 07:08 PM
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Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
I noticed a detailed comment from Davydd on...

I noticed a detailed comment from Davydd on another thread.

I didn't think the Zion was too far off the 4 season ideal. Again I'm pretty new to all this.

The positives...

The fresh water...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-30-2016, 01:31 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
This post is a little confusing. From it I...

This post is a little confusing. From it I gather you are operating in a gray area with Roadtrek if you operate outside the battery manufacturers limits. They have provided protections for the...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-30-2016, 12:57 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
Thanks for the warning. I have since read...

Thanks for the warning. I have since read several posts on this site including feedback from yourself on Ecotrek and issues with it and Roadtrek's tendency to whitewash. I've read the 0C charge...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-30-2016, 12:09 AM
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Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
I requested today that Roadtrek swap the Girard...

I requested today that Roadtrek swap the Girard water heater for the Truma Aquago Comfort Plus with the hot water loop. Thanks for that suggestion. That should not only keep the heater and hot...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-29-2016, 11:52 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
I expect you're right. The Hymer Aktiv is being...

I expect you're right. The Hymer Aktiv is being made in the same plant as other Roadtrek products if that tells you anything. I'd hate to get flamed relying on my bad memory, but during the tour, I...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-29-2016, 11:48 PM
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Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
I'll have to think of something for the windows. ...

I'll have to think of something for the windows. I'm thinking something thicker with magnet strips to hold it on (I'm thinking the back doors).

I have been in contact with the support people...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-29-2016, 11:35 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
Agreed... good advice. The Roadtrek has a CO...

Agreed... good advice. The Roadtrek has a CO alarm but I would definitely think twice about enabling the Ecotrek Voltstart (auto engine starter) if it was snowing or predicting snow fall. Makes you...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-29-2016, 11:26 PM
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Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
In the factory, I actually stood in a Zion that...

In the factory, I actually stood in a Zion that had the under floor heating pipes exposed, to make sure it didn't reduce the headroom significantly. For anyone considering it, it wasn't an issue.
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-29-2016, 11:17 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
Thanks for the feedback. I will dig deeper into...

Thanks for the feedback. I will dig deeper into it. What your saying was one of my concerns as I'd heard the LiPo batteries couldn't be charged below 0C. Roadtrek provided an information video for...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-29-2016, 04:44 AM
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Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
The system I bought was radiant heat in the...

The system I bought was radiant heat in the floor. It was a pricy option. That I went for for comfort in cold weather. We have heated floors in our bathrooms at home and love the effect!
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-29-2016, 03:57 AM
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Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
Thanks. All excellent feedback! I ordered the...

Thanks. All excellent feedback! I ordered the heated floor for comfort and the basic idea that even if it isn't terribly warm having the lower part of your body warm from the radiant heat will...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-29-2016, 03:45 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
Thanks! I was able to order the alde heating...

Thanks!
I was able to order the alde heating system for the Zion. That's why I thought it would have the capacity to stay warm. Insulation may not be great but the space is quite small in a 21...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-29-2016, 03:40 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
I did read up on the girard unit. In one section...

I did read up on the girard unit. In one section it claims you must winterize it for freezing weather. In another it says you can use it for freezing weather. It will burn propane to stay above...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-29-2016, 02:27 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
Thanks for the ideas. I made this post to gather...

Thanks for the ideas. I made this post to gather ideas. I wasn't aware how the Hymer system worked. The Roadtrek uses a tankless water heater. I'm not sure how that would work with a circulation...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-29-2016, 01:58 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
Thanks! Thr engineer in me appreciates the...

Thanks! Thr engineer in me appreciates the challenging responses to this post. It's best to be realistic and question things. The Roadtrek Zion has a fresh water tank above floor. Very little...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-29-2016, 01:41 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
Ecotrek claim to support charge and discharge to...

Ecotrek claim to support charge and discharge to -40C. I don't have a lot of info beyond the fact that they apparently have augmented their modules to handle temperature extremes. Something similar...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-29-2016, 01:31 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
Thanks for the feedback. The winter skiing gig...

Thanks for the feedback. The winter skiing gig is something I really haven't given a ton of thought to. A nice to have.

I assumed the heating could keep ahead of the cold. Even our tent trailer...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-29-2016, 01:02 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
Thanks! I'll definitely look into it. Roadtrek...

Thanks! I'll definitely look into it. Roadtrek does use the Girard unit. I'll ask about swapping the Truma Aquago unit. Roadtrek unfortunately doesn't show much interest in deviating from their...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-28-2016, 11:26 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
Thanks for the advice. The fresh water...

Thanks for the advice.

The fresh water tank is 37 gallons and it's inside already. I don't think I'll need to put a heater on it. It was recommended to me by other members to get the mods...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 10-28-2016, 10:19 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 27,897
Posted By Cannuck
4 season Roadtrek Zion conversion

I just put the deposit down on my new Roadtrek Zion today. I did a factory tour to see incomplete units yesterday. It took a while before I bought it because I was trying to get some 4 season help...
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