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Forum: Tech Talk 04-13-2023, 07:32 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,381
Posted By krbjmpr
PWM controllers merely open and close the switch...

PWM controllers merely open and close the switch quickly, simply speaking, to allow charging current to batteries.

MPPT controllers, however, are actually buck and boost converters rolled together...
Forum: Tech Talk 04-13-2023, 07:07 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,381
Posted By krbjmpr
I made a similar mistake on my battery bank,...

I made a similar mistake on my battery bank, don't feel bad. My scenario also involved a boost/ buck converter that allowed the LFP/LiFe to charge off existing 3stage intellitec converter as well as...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 03-25-2023, 04:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,782
Posted By krbjmpr
I did a (off brand @ Home Dept) 10cf fridge swap...

I did a (off brand @ Home Dept) 10cf fridge swap into my 1994 Eagle 305RK a few years ago. The 8cf Norcold never failed... until I left it parked near the beach. Absorber tank rusted out and instant...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 03-22-2023, 03:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,282
Posted By krbjmpr
Don't connect generator to house without transfer...

Don't connect generator to house without transfer switch.
I think we can all agree this is a very bad practice.

RVs of various types use a 120/240 and 120/208 50A service.
Pretty sure we can all...
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 08-27-2022, 01:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,526
Posted By krbjmpr
I have had several Super-C owners approach me for...

I have had several Super-C owners approach me for generator solution. Most were because the Onan/Cummins went and @#$% the bed for whatever reason. After talking with them, it was discovered that...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 08-27-2022, 01:07 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,530
Posted By krbjmpr
Root cause was likely 12v being exhausted. RV /...

Root cause was likely 12v being exhausted. RV / TT / 5er uses 120vac or propane, but most everything is controlled by 12vdc.

I have noticed that some residential fridges and Furion 12vdc fridge...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-27-2022, 01:01 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,896
Posted By krbjmpr
Personally, I would have hung a 12v milwaukee...

Personally, I would have hung a 12v milwaukee battery across motor leads and tested motor. If goes in/out, then install a manual switch. Think about it, what is advantage of fancy display? You...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 08-27-2022, 12:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,872
Posted By krbjmpr
Agree on others indicating to have an air...

Agree on others indicating to have an air conditioner, but maybe not for same reasons.

De-humidification [only] is possible, but most thermostats don't have a dehumididy function anymore. Last I...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 02-12-2022, 04:45 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,215
Posted By krbjmpr
I went a slightly different direction on my 2001...

I went a slightly different direction on my 2001 Sportsman.

It just so happened that I picked up a U1 lithium phophate battery off eBay for a great price 6 or so years ago. But, it didn't have...
Forum: Tech Talk 08-05-2021, 11:03 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,959
Posted By krbjmpr
The outlet itself may not fit where the OEM has...

The outlet itself may not fit where the OEM has used a shallow outlet box. Walls are just too thin. Of course, this only applies to the outlet / USB combos that are hardwired into place. The ones...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 02-21-2021, 08:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,671
Posted By krbjmpr
Eliminate other reasons first before swapping in...

Eliminate other reasons first before swapping in parts.

What I am referring to is the battery and wiring. Jacks of any sort are going to require a lot of power. 10ga or better wiring up to the...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 02-13-2021, 10:03 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,925
Posted By krbjmpr
Just tossing this out there... Your...

Just tossing this out there...

Your batteries may have a 30A fuse supplying trailer from batteries. Especially travel trailers. Converter typically charges through same fuse if xonverter is...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 02-13-2021, 09:49 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 15,060
Posted By krbjmpr
Remember a water heater's draw down capacity is...

Remember a water heater's draw down capacity is roughly 50%. Basically means when do you have to start messing with hot & cold valves to keep temp constant. When using hot water, cold is introduced...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 12-20-2020, 12:41 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 18,054
Posted By krbjmpr
1. Find studs. Brackets can typically move along...

1. Find studs. Brackets can typically move along solar panel as edges are usually extruded.
2. Screw size depends on panel bracket size. I would use largest screw that will fit in predrilled hole...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 11-28-2020, 07:36 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 13,121
Posted By krbjmpr
I use a beehive bluetooth water timer that can be...

I use a beehive bluetooth water timer that can be controlled by phone and has a remote that can be used as well.

It does seem to restrict flow a tad, but otherwise works fine. It is an impulse...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 11-11-2020, 01:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,798
Posted By krbjmpr
Just a head's up...

Just a heads up, there were several motorhomes that I had complaints about aux start not working.

Turns out switch Battery Connection was connected to wrong side of solenoid. Essentially, when...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 11-11-2020, 01:38 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 8,843
Posted By krbjmpr
Clarification

Not trying to be obtuse...
OP stated 3k# trailer, and may move to a 5K# camper.

Is camper synonymous (word of day calendar!) with trailer, or are they actually referring to a truck-camper (slides...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 09-30-2020, 12:27 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,554
Posted By krbjmpr
Absolute Good Neighbor action? Fix the...

Absolute Good Neighbor action?


Fix the darn suspension squeak that aounds off everytime someone moves in your unit.

I can deal with most everything else... Except that darn squeak.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-30-2020, 12:23 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 12,483
Posted By krbjmpr
I use 3 filters. Coarse carbon at hosebib...

I use 3 filters.

Coarse carbon at hosebib before hose. Then a carbon coarse at end of hose followed by a 5micron fine filter just before the trailer.

Will eventually pit the dual filtera...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-10-2020, 07:43 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 21,341
Posted By krbjmpr
There are other options available to you for...

There are other options available to you for where you can work on it. I have known folks that have taken their coaches over to a friend of a friend's place, parked it in the pasture, and started to...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 08-29-2020, 06:08 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,760
Posted By krbjmpr
You are not wrong. And that also assumes flame...

You are not wrong. And that also assumes flame was properly located when all was assembled and burner hasnt worked loose slightly.

I kept the majority of a burner and boiler / generator assembly...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-12-2020, 10:55 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,055
Posted By krbjmpr
Another Possibility

Something to check, particularly on coaches that have seen a lot of miles...the break-a-way switch.

Water and debris can get inside these and cause all kinds of corrosion, even to point that...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-08-2020, 11:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,121
Posted By krbjmpr
A Different approach

I have used pretty much every quick connect that has been on the market for the last 30 years. All have left me less than satisfied. I have even gone and made my own hoses using vinyl reinforced...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-03-2019, 01:34 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 26,537
Posted By krbjmpr
This is how a converter works...

Linear / Ferroresonant converters required a battery in order to filter the crappy power found at its output. No battery = up to several volts of AC imposed on top of battery voltage. Modern...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-27-2018, 03:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,302
Posted By krbjmpr
Leaking batteries

Just tossing this out there..

Main reasons of batteries leaking:
1) Being overfilled. Bottom of the 'well funnel' is too much. Look here the manufacturer fills the batteries at, quarter inch or...
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