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Forum: General Jayco RV Chat Today, 12:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 185
Posted By craigav
I would pull down the manual for your exact...

I would pull down the manual for your exact model. I think on the Norcold Amber means you are on auto and there is no electricity to power it, so it switched to gas. However I don't know if the same...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat Today, 11:20 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,521
Posted By craigav
As a thought, there are other reasons to need an...

As a thought, there are other reasons to need an escape window than fire. I recall recently seeing someone had shared a picture of an RV that had been blown over on its side during a strong storm....
Forum: Tech Talk Today, 09:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 128
Posted By craigav
4 Pin round connections are not all that common...

4 Pin round connections are not all that common anymore but they are similar whether the connector is flat or round. When I had a truck camper it used the more standard 7-way connecter and had in...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels Yesterday, 06:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 137
Posted By craigav
If you still can't get it to work, I would...

If you still can't get it to work, I would disconnect the heating element and check it for continuity, many times they get damaged if ever turned on when there isn't any water in the water heater...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat Yesterday, 02:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,521
Posted By craigav
Sad as it is, I have often read in house fires...

Sad as it is, I have often read in house fires that the victims are often found near the windows. They are most commonly the very young or older people which are likely more hesitate to jump out of...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers Yesterday, 01:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 204
Posted By craigav
I have had this problem with a couple RVs over...

I have had this problem with a couple RVs over the many years. If you can drop the light fixture then often you can check the wiring to it as often there is enough excess wiring you can pull with...
Forum: Tech Talk Yesterday, 01:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 128
Posted By craigav
If it is this style connector for the tail...

If it is this style connector for the tail lights, then they are commonly wired like this is. If not this, then feel free to share an image. ~CA
Forum: Campfire Chat 04-23-2024, 08:34 PM
Replies: 704
Views: 20,537
Posted By craigav
Palmer Alaska

Palmer Alaska
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-23-2024, 07:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 316
Posted By craigav
I will add another big reason why to go with...

I will add another big reason why to go with LifePo4 now, is that the prices have never been lower for LifePo4 batteries and I suspect with inflation that the prices now will not be seen even next...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 04-22-2024, 09:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,122
Posted By craigav
It seems as if you are so close to finishing this...

It seems as if you are so close to finishing this yourself. I would highly consider following Johnny's suggestion of using the proper tool and clamps. It is not very expensive and many RV'rs here...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-22-2024, 09:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 247
Posted By craigav
Just to add a thought, the RV was only a couple...

Just to add a thought, the RV was only a couple years old when I moved it to the lake and I kept it there for ~4 years (except the few times each year I would travel with it) and I would wash it 2~3...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-22-2024, 09:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 247
Posted By craigav
I am curious as to what convinced you? I am not...

I am curious as to what convinced you? I am not saying that they are of no value, but when I had my previous RV parked at a local lake for many years I checked the tires carefully when I did move it...
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 04-22-2024, 11:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 931
Posted By craigav
Just a thought to add, if you do have or add an...

Just a thought to add, if you do have or add an AUX start relay which connects the Coach and Chassis battery(s) together, you should take precautions to make sure the DC2DC charger is disconnected or...
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 04-22-2024, 10:21 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 931
Posted By craigav
Just another thought to add to what Rnagel951...

Just another thought to add to what Rnagel951 shared above. From even a non-electrical standpoint, most alternators have needle bearings inside that will be damaged from too much heat for too long...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 04-22-2024, 09:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 223
Posted By craigav
As others stated above, 6.5A can charge a battery...

As others stated above, 6.5A can charge a battery (LifePo4 or Lead Acid) in fact even a single amp could do so slowly for sure however, I suspect what you read was from those who have tested their...
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 04-22-2024, 09:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 931
Posted By craigav
That is very interesting, perhaps they changed...

That is very interesting, perhaps they changed the design? I know that the ad on amazon still states the charge cycle is 15 minutes on 20 off, and that it says it is a frequently returned item.
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Forum: Campfire Chat 04-21-2024, 08:27 PM
Replies: 704
Views: 20,537
Posted By craigav
Traffic Jam

Traffic Jam
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 04-21-2024, 10:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 162
Posted By craigav
AS JimD stated above, but be aware that the...

AS JimD stated above, but be aware that the thermostat commonly obtains its 12v power from the furnace, so if the thermostat doesn't have 12v then check the furnace wiring for 12v input and if not...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 04-21-2024, 10:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 178
Posted By craigav
Most multimeters are not designed to measure a...

Most multimeters are not designed to measure a lot of current. Many are in the milliamp region and some I have seen are upwards of 10 amps. However, even at 10 amps it is common when connecting a...
Forum: Campfire Chat 04-20-2024, 10:20 PM
Replies: 704
Views: 20,537
Posted By craigav
National Debt

National Debt
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 04-20-2024, 08:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,044
Posted By craigav
Next would be to check the fuses, followed by...

Next would be to check the fuses, followed by checking for voltage at the wires going to the light fixture, and then if needed checking the voltage at the wires of the lights nearby as often the...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 04-20-2024, 02:01 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,258
Posted By craigav
Just FYI. While it is true that holding a...

Just FYI. While it is true that holding a latching relay (solenoid) control switch for a long period of time could and likely would damage the coil, Jayco uses a disconnect solenoid with a...
Forum: Jayco Toy Haulers 04-20-2024, 10:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 279
Posted By craigav
It appears to me in the images that what happened...

It appears to me in the images that what happened is that the lug nuts came loose. I believe most vehicle's (trailers and tow vehicles) owner's manuals state to torque the lug nuts every time you...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 04-20-2024, 09:52 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,521
Posted By craigav
Just a thought to share, over the years there...

Just a thought to share, over the years there have been reports of those who tested the emergency exit window and some are designed to fall out and the test resulted in a broken window, and others...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-19-2024, 10:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 429
Posted By craigav
While I suspect the tank straps fail for other...

While I suspect the tank straps fail for other reasons than this, one thing I have been cautious of is when filling the tank as I believe the tank could build water pressure faster than the overflow...
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