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Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 04-15-2024, 11:43 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,017
Posted By watchout
I replaced just the cooling unit in my N8X with a...

I replaced just the cooling unit in my N8X with a 12V compressor style unit from JC Refrigeration (aka Amish) a little over 2 years ago. Has worked flawlessly since then and I'm very glad I did. ...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 03-26-2024, 12:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,311
Posted By watchout
You don't necessarily need to remove the fridge...

You don't necessarily need to remove the fridge to "burp" it. With the fridge off, you can take the trailer for a drive. Find the steepest grades available, uphill, downhill, sidehill, whatever. ...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 09-13-2023, 08:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 842
Posted By watchout
I installed the Victron Smart Shunt (500 amp) and...

I installed the Victron Smart Shunt (500 amp) and have been very happy with it.

https://www.victronenergy.com/battery-monitors/smart-battery-shunt
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 12-21-2022, 11:06 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,692
Posted By watchout
Does your trailer have an on-board water filter?...

Does your trailer have an on-board water filter? If so, are it's valves closed? On my 2018 Greyhawk (completely different animal, I know, but its Jayco...), the city water inlet goes directly to the...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 12-18-2022, 01:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,694
Posted By watchout
It may be a dual purpose (starting/cycling)...

It may be a dual purpose (starting/cycling) battery. In my 2018 Greyhawk, this was the stock house battery:
https://www.harrisbattery.com/product/27d170/

Sounds like it won't hold a good charge....
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 10-14-2022, 06:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,985
Posted By watchout
Try turning off the stereo head unit, see if it...

Try turning off the stereo head unit, see if it eliminates the alarm. The wire they run is pretty small (16AWG maybe) and it is a pretty long run from the fuse panel, so it doesn't take much current...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 09-16-2022, 10:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 985
Posted By watchout
I did not install a separate switch, so it will...

I did not install a separate switch, so it will go off with all other 12V stuff. Since I ran the new line from an unused location in the fuse panel, I could always pull the fuse to take the fridge...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 09-16-2022, 08:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 985
Posted By watchout
I did do the install myself. I guess it wasn't...

I did do the install myself. I guess it wasn't too bad, pretty much went as described in their installation manual. If you are planning to remove and install a new fridge yourself, then the amount...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 09-15-2022, 07:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 985
Posted By watchout
Another option is to go with a 12V replacement...

Another option is to go with a 12V replacement cooling unit from JC Refrigeration (Amish). That's what I did with my N8XRT and so far, very happy with it.
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 09-15-2022, 06:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,411
Posted By watchout
Your fridge needs 12VDC to run the control board....

Your fridge needs 12VDC to run the control board. Even if you have AC voltage at the outlet, the fridge won't run on AC or propane unless it is getting 12V from the battery. When you fire up the...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 08-15-2022, 11:17 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,755
Posted By watchout
I forgot to mention that in my 2018 29MV, I...

I forgot to mention that in my 2018 29MV, I installed the Victron shunt inside the compartment that is just aft of the battery tray. I just screwed it to the side wall nearest the battery and then...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 08-15-2022, 10:51 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,755
Posted By watchout
With regards to the battery monitor, the Victron...

With regards to the battery monitor, the Victron SmartShunt monitor https://www.victronenergy.com/battery-monitors/smart-battery-shunt is a nice piece of hardware. It uses a bluetooth connection to...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 08-07-2022, 04:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,758
Posted By watchout
The steering issue can be improved by getting an...

The steering issue can be improved by getting an alignment and increasing the caster. Typically, something in the range of 5 to 6 degrees will improve the "wandering" and constant need for...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 07-15-2022, 06:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 747
Posted By watchout
Don't know anything about the history of your...

Don't know anything about the history of your Norcold, but they will stop cooling if operated off-level. Light will still be green. Some units are very sensitive to level. The factory says +/- 3...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 06-29-2022, 11:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,013
Posted By watchout
Since I was just replacing the cooling unit, I...

Since I was just replacing the cooling unit, I didn't need to remove the fridge from the MH. Just slide it to the inside and laid it on the floor, remove the original cooling unit and replace with...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 06-29-2022, 07:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,013
Posted By watchout
Norcold no more

Well, my frustration with my Norcold N8X reefer in our 2018 29mv finally got to be too much and I swapped out the cooling unit for a JC refrigeration 12V cooling unit. After a few weeks of some...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 06-22-2022, 06:59 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 108,080
Posted By watchout
I'm not familiar with what is supposed to be in a...

I'm not familiar with what is supposed to be in a Redhawk, but it sure looks like they never cut the duct work openings. If you have ceiling ducts, they normally, just cut the opening in the duct...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 03-06-2022, 11:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,014
Posted By watchout
There are wood "partitions" between the cab and...

There are wood "partitions" between the cab and living area. I screwed the mounts to the driver side partition. The ladder stands upright, resting on its cushioned feet and the mounts just hold it...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 03-03-2022, 05:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,014
Posted By watchout
+1 If you have a place to mount these, they...

+1

If you have a place to mount these, they work well. In my 2018 Greyhawk, there is a wood divider right behind the driver seat so I as able to screw mount a couple of these in the right...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 02-05-2022, 07:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,646
Posted By watchout
I guess I don't understand this logic. If you...

I guess I don't understand this logic. If you buy 100 gallons in CA and it cost $1/gal more, so you spent maybe an extra $100. Given that you are driving a $200K motorhome and probably spending at...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 12-22-2021, 05:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,709
Posted By watchout
On my 2018 29MV, the filter is on the incoming...

On my 2018 29MV, the filter is on the incoming city water supply. Works the same as if you had an inline filter connected at the campsite faucet, all water entering the coach goes through the filter.
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 12-22-2021, 12:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,999
Posted By watchout
Here's a thread with some good information: ...

Here's a thread with some good information:

https://www.jaycoowners.com/forums/f5/utility-manifold-valves-81133.html

Near the bottom of the thread, there is a document that summarizes the flow...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 11-11-2021, 09:32 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,431
Posted By watchout
I installed the same toilet in my 29MV over a...

I installed the same toilet in my 29MV over a year ago. So far, no problems at all, much better than the stock one. I also installed the optional handheld spray nozzle and its a great way to give...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 11-07-2021, 08:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,942
Posted By watchout
The Norcold N8X in my Greyhawk is extremely...

The Norcold N8X in my Greyhawk is extremely sensitive to level. The factory specs say 2 degrees side to side (which would be front to rear in the MH). But mine will stop working if the MH is more...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 08-28-2021, 04:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,414
Posted By watchout
This is a known issue for Jayco. Has been...

This is a known issue for Jayco. Has been happening for at least the last 4 model years. Here's another thread with additional reports:
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