View Poll Results: Do you use a SURGE PROTECTOR while camping?
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12-26-2015, 07:27 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Clearwater, FL area
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Surge Protector Use---NEW POLL
Do you use a Surge Protector while camping?
I use a WHOLE HOUSE (Residential model) hard wired into the TT 110VAC service. Has worked fine for me.. may upgrade one of these days
Don
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12-26-2015, 08:06 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Duxbury
Posts: 7,113
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Won't hook up without one.
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2022 Eagle HT 28.5RSTS
2017 RAM 3500 SRW CTD/AISIN CC LB
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12-26-2015, 08:08 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Nov 2010
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I do not use one but know and understand that I should.....But I do keep a voltmeter plugged into an outlet at all times.
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2018 Ford F250 Super Duty 6.2l CCSB
2010 Jayflight 28BHS (sold)
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12-26-2015, 08:49 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Where ever the boss says we're going.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by robkelly
Won't hook up without one.
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X-2. Best insurance available.
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12-26-2015, 09:20 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: Southern Indiana
Posts: 3,209
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Went many years without one. Finally broke down and bought a PI 30 portable EMS for the Eagle. Went with portable because we may be going to a 5th wheel in the next few years and shouldn't have any problems selling the 30 amp model. If we get the 5th wheel, I'll install the hard wire unit from PI.
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2012 Eagle 320 RLDS
2017 Ford F-250 FX4 Crew STX 6.2l
3.73 E-locker
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12-26-2015, 09:31 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: Houston
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Another option that should be part of the mfg offering. I think Jayco and others are really missing the boat when it comes to upgrades and accessories.
I will be installing\hard wiring the EMS HW50C with remote display on the new Eagle.
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2016 Jayco Eagle 330RSTS = " Madame Maxime"
Maxxis M8008 E rated Tires and 16" Wheel Upgrade
Dual A/C 15K BTU, 14K Equalizer WD hitch with SC
King Bed with Java Interior, (2X) Yamaha EF2000isV2
2012 Ram 4500, 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel, MegaCab = " Hagrid"
8'x12' BMCM Stake Bed, Cabin Chassis, 2WD
360 degree Virtual Tour
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12-26-2015, 10:25 AM
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Lost in the Woods
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Vallejo
Posts: 238
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That is why buying used is an art. Some owners try to put onto unsuspecting and often naive its-obviously-a-good-deal owners backs the problems they have created due to their own (insert and appropriate word).
Many of the used RV electrical problems are a result of ignored annual maintenance and power issues that add up over time. A low voltage situation might not cause an immediate failure but do some damage that is not obvious now but eventually leads to a premature failure.
Same with other ignored regular maintenance.
I have had numerous conversations during an inspection where a repair or maintenance simply wasn't done. The owner was all about the avoidance get by.
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12-26-2015, 11:04 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: Houston
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RodgerS
That is why buying used is an art. Some owners try to put onto unsuspecting and often naive its-obviously-a-good-deal owners backs the problems they have created due to their own (insert and appropriate word).
Many of the used RV electrical problems are a result of ignored annual maintenance and power issues that add up over time. A low voltage situation might not cause an immediate failure but do some damage that is not obvious now but eventually leads to a premature failure.
Same with other ignored regular maintenance.
I have had numerous conversations during an inspection where a repair or maintenance simply wasn't done. The owner was all about the avoidance get by.
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That is why I rarely buy used, especially on larger purchases like vehicles. I would rather not inherit someone else's problems or maintenance list. Its already enough just dealing with warranty issues new.
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2016 Jayco Eagle 330RSTS = " Madame Maxime"
Maxxis M8008 E rated Tires and 16" Wheel Upgrade
Dual A/C 15K BTU, 14K Equalizer WD hitch with SC
King Bed with Java Interior, (2X) Yamaha EF2000isV2
2012 Ram 4500, 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel, MegaCab = " Hagrid"
8'x12' BMCM Stake Bed, Cabin Chassis, 2WD
360 degree Virtual Tour
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12-26-2015, 11:09 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: West Texas
Posts: 2,114
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My answer is no, but will definitely purchase one next spring when I bring the 5er out of winter storage.
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Dan
2016 Chevy LTZ - Duramax/Allison
2008 Eagle 30.5BHS
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12-26-2015, 12:37 PM
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Lost in the Woods
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Vallejo
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"That is why I rarely buy used, especially on larger purchases like vehicles. I would rather not inherit someone else's problems or maintenance list. Its already enough just dealing with warranty issues new."
I think you will find a lot of people in agreement with you.
Personally, I'm not worried because I have the service maintenance training and inspection skills, so I know where to look and who I need to bring in to help fill the gaps. The cost savings can be enormous buying used, even with having to fix, replace, and do delayed maintenance, and even if I miss something which is not likely because I also track the vin, the recalls, and do RV forum searches for known problems. Very hard to hide things if the buyer has the knowledge.
We are talking easily between 75K to 200K commonly, and that is net of the 5k to 20K likely range of costs to get the unit road ready, with plenty of room for furniture, entertainment, new wood floors, etc. to freshen up the unit.
The real problems come from people who don't have the skills, and do things like seeing water damage and assume its an easy fix, without being savvy enough to have a detailed inspection/cost estimate of the water damage done before they buy.
A Safari unit I inspected had a problem with the front driver's window. The owner pulled it out of storage, found a crack in the windshield, had it fixed then found it leaked. What he did not know was this was identified as a recurring issue and that he would likely never solve the problem the way he was approaching it. Knowing it was a recurring problem would at least allow one to research it to determine if a long-term fix was available, rather than suffering with it. Unless there was a long-term fix available, that would be a pass up purchase for me.
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12-27-2015, 05:19 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Maplesville - Home Base
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EMS PT50C. I will never hook up without it even at my home base. I actually have two of them. One still in the box will be put in service if the primary one ever has to go back for warranty service.
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KM4STL
2006 GMC 2500HD CCSB 4x4 Duramax/Allison, Titan 52 gallon fuel tank, Prodigy Controller, B&W Companion Hitch
2010 Jayco Designer 35RLTS, Cummins/Onan RV QG 5500 EVAP, Progressive Industries EMS-PT50X, TST Systems 507 TPMS, RV Flex Armor Roof
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12-27-2015, 05:23 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: James Island, SC
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Progressive EMS PT50C is the one I have. The only reason I like the built in on is the remote monitor but this one has done the job for almost a year and I know it can be repaired if it get damaged by a strike.
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2011- 351RLTS Eagle, MorRyde suspension/pin box,
2017- F350 6.7 PSD Lariat FX4,SRW, SB,CC
Hughes PWD SP-50A, TST TPMS
Gator roll-up bed cover
B&W Turnover ball, Companion Std hitch
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12-27-2015, 09:23 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Saskatoon Sask Canada
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I have one installed inline in the RV BUT since I boondock 99.999% of the time it just sits there...
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2004 Chev Silverado Duramax optioned past the max. 2009 Jayco Eagle 308 RLS 900watts of solar, Lithium batteries (400amp hour), 2000 watt (4000 surge) whole house inverter.
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12-27-2015, 10:29 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: Houston
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Quote:
Originally Posted by norty1
Progressive EMS PT50C is the one I have. The only reason I like the built in on is the remote monitor but this one has done the job for almost a year and I know it can be repaired if it get damaged by a strike.
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It also will be harder to "walk off" than the in-line models, as well.
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2016 Jayco Eagle 330RSTS = " Madame Maxime"
Maxxis M8008 E rated Tires and 16" Wheel Upgrade
Dual A/C 15K BTU, 14K Equalizer WD hitch with SC
King Bed with Java Interior, (2X) Yamaha EF2000isV2
2012 Ram 4500, 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel, MegaCab = " Hagrid"
8'x12' BMCM Stake Bed, Cabin Chassis, 2WD
360 degree Virtual Tour
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12-27-2015, 11:00 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: Northwest Florida
Posts: 519
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Won't leave home without one. ;-)
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Charlie, Meg and Corky the Maltese Dog
2016 Redhawk 29XK "Corky's House"
Freeport, FL
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12-27-2015, 11:21 AM
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Moderator Emeritus
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Michigan
Posts: 9,424
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Hardwired Progressive Industries EMS-LCHW30......, surge protection is just one of it's features.
Hardwire Install: http://www.jaycoowners.com/forums/f3...ll-6896-3.html
Bob
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Reese HP Dual Cam (Strait-Line)
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12-27-2015, 01:40 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2015
Location: Southwest Ohio
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I have been saved twice by one.
Now looking at options for permanent mount with remote display.
Anyone willing to share what they use and why they chose it over something else?
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2018 Cheverolet Silverado 2500HD 6.0 4WD | 2016 White Hawk 27DSLR
2018 - 20 Nights - 163 miles.
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12-27-2015, 02:43 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: James Island, SC
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Surge Protector Use---NEW POLL
Here is mine on the job! It is always locked to the pedestal.
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2011- 351RLTS Eagle, MorRyde suspension/pin box,
2017- F350 6.7 PSD Lariat FX4,SRW, SB,CC
Hughes PWD SP-50A, TST TPMS
Gator roll-up bed cover
B&W Turnover ball, Companion Std hitch
Can't find what you're looking on JOF? Try Jayco Owners Forum Custom Google Search
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12-27-2015, 04:22 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: Brooklin, Ontario
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I learned the hard way in my early TT days. A lightning strike fried my systems. Luckily wiring survived so it was only a $600 repair bill. Could have been much worse.
Now I would never hook up without!
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2015 Greyhawk 29ME / Chevy Sonic
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12-30-2015, 07:25 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Columbia SC
Posts: 572
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Have same unit as Rustic Eagle. Also installed a quick disconnect power cord when I did the install.
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