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Forum: Tech Talk 08-05-2016, 05:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,287
Posted By pman1088
That is likely the wire from the...

That is likely the wire from the charger/converter to the battery. If it is, it supplies your trailer with 12v power from the battery when not attached to shore power and charges your battery when...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-14-2016, 07:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,101
Posted By pman1088
I like the angled bolt install the best! ...

I like the angled bolt install the best!


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Forum: Tech Talk 07-11-2016, 06:58 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,908
Posted By pman1088
Stupid question about filling fresh water tank

@Seann45, this is a photo I took of my overflow lines. I had the dealership install the valves to stop the siphon induced water loss I would get when I would have to haul my water.

On my 2016...
Forum: Tech Talk 07-10-2016, 06:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,908
Posted By pman1088
Stupid question about filling fresh water tank

Without some photos I can't tell you what's what on your coach. On mine, my "low pint drain" sticker is on the lower fascia near the fresh water drain, which only drains the water in the fresh...
Forum: Tech Talk 07-10-2016, 04:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,908
Posted By pman1088
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160710/b7356192...

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160710/b7356192558649903d423d1205040a91.jpg

These are my overflow lines with valves. Opposite side of these, you can see the fresh water holding tank drain. ...
Forum: Tech Talk 07-09-2016, 03:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,908
Posted By pman1088
Mine was siphoning when sitting still and when...

Mine was siphoning when sitting still and when traveling, sometimes losing as much at 1/3 of a tank. The dealer installed shut off valves on the overflow lines. I use one of these...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-09-2016, 12:53 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,215
Posted By pman1088
Don't call the Police...it's a civil problem...

Don't call the Police...it's a civil problem related to parking on private property.


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Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-09-2016, 12:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,040
Posted By pman1088
That is a nice setup. Looking at Ford.com, it's...

That is a nice setup. Looking at Ford.com, it's almost the same price as an equally configured F-350. (Gas)


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Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-04-2016, 09:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,011
Posted By pman1088
Thanks for the info! When I got home from...

Thanks for the info! When I got home from camping today I swapped the wire out for some 10/2 romex. It had 12 in it before. The run was less the 3' long, from the top of the breaker box to the...
Forum: Tech Talk 07-04-2016, 08:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,496
Posted By pman1088
Question for Equalizer WDH gurus

I have an Equalizer 1400 head with 1200 bars, came that way from the dealer with my TT. I have a 2014 F150 with Max Tow. With a 7100lbs trailer (dry weight) I was not happy with the dealer install...
Forum: Tech Talk 07-04-2016, 08:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,592
Posted By pman1088
@Cdash - I did not time it, but I let it run for...

@Cdash - I did not time it, but I let it run for a few minutes before I did my first test. I wanted to make sure the generator was good and warmed up before I gave it a shot.

As promised I tested...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-01-2016, 10:37 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,011
Posted By pman1088
My advise is correct except for checking the wire...

My advise is correct except for checking the wire in your run to be sure it's up to code. I did exactly as I stated 4 years ago without checking wire size and my house is still standing contrary to...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-01-2016, 09:21 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,011
Posted By pman1088
Take the standard 110 outlet you have close to...

Take the standard 110 outlet you have close to the TT and switch it out to a 30amp RV outlet. Find the run of wire that is in your fuse box for that outlet and switch it to a 30amp breaker. Due to...
Forum: Tech Talk 06-30-2016, 09:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,592
Posted By pman1088
Coleman-Mach 13.5 vs Honda EU2000i

Today I received my hard start capacitor from Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Supco-Relay-Start-Capacitor-120-288V/dp/B008FM8X3Q/ref=pd_rhf_gw_p_img_12?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=YTPM03FM8G3ZH24T0HR9). For...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-27-2016, 10:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 946
Posted By pman1088
My large wire loom has a couple of retaining...

My large wire loom has a couple of retaining loops. They are just secured with self tapping screws. Remove them, move your wiring loom to a different position (top or bottom of the frame) and...
Forum: Tech Talk 06-27-2016, 03:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,979
Posted By pman1088
I guess the difference for me is that my house is...

I guess the difference for me is that my house is not cruising down the road at 65 mph in a rain storm. My house also won't need to come to a stop on its own if it ever disconnects from my tow...
Forum: Tech Talk 06-26-2016, 02:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,274
Posted By pman1088
Based on my experience in this post...

Based on my experience in this post https://www.jaycoowners.com/forums/f34/questionable-factory-trailer-wiring-37477.html I would locate your jack wire, connect it directly to a 12v source and verify...
Forum: Jayco Mods 06-26-2016, 02:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,140
Posted By pman1088
28BHBE Solar Install Question

Anyone installed solar on their 28BHBE? I have a 2016 and am beginning my planning. My question is the wire run from a roof combiner box to the interior of the trailer.

I've considered two...
Forum: Tech Talk 06-26-2016, 01:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,979
Posted By pman1088
Questionable Factory Trailer Wiring

I wanted to share some pictures from the rewiring of my 2016 Jay Flight 12V trailer wiring. This is the 12v trailer wiring dealing with exterior towing lights, tongue jack and Tow Vehicle interface. ...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-24-2016, 03:23 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,688
Posted By pman1088
Try looking for a Max Tow equipped F-150 rather...

Try looking for a Max Tow equipped F-150 rather then a specific gear ratio. If your on the lot, the larger factory tow mirrors are a dead giveaway. Besides the payload, the Max Tow has other great...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-24-2016, 05:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,373
Posted By pman1088
A Ford Truck, with Factory Trailer Brake...

A Ford Truck, with Factory Trailer Brake Controller, does the same thing thru the TV break system....right?


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Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-23-2016, 05:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,654
Posted By pman1088
Were you referring to my post? On my TT, the...

Were you referring to my post? On my TT, the auto reset on the front of the trailer is connected to the positive lead coming from my charger/converter meant for 12V DC power, and based on meter...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-22-2016, 11:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,654
Posted By pman1088
Electrical box

My 2016 also has a metal, non sealed box. Inside you will find your wires, nutted together with inappropriately sized, dry condition wire nuts. It maybe overkill but I replaced the metal box with a...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-22-2016, 11:02 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,688
Posted By pman1088
2014 F150, SuperCrew, Eco-Boost, Max Tow, 4x4...

2014 F150, SuperCrew, Eco-Boost, Max Tow, 4x4 here. I tow a 28BHBE all around the mountains in Utah and have never wanted for power. The 15's and newer have a 3.53 rear on the Max Tow package, but...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-20-2016, 08:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,695
Posted By pman1088
Check this thread: ...

Check this thread:



https://www.jaycoowners.com/forums/f32/led-interior-loghts-on-a-jayfeather-x213-27043.html


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