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RE: 12 volt vs 6 volt batteries
This subject has been beat to death a number of times on this forum, but I believe most owners have found two 6 volt deep cycle batteries are better than two 12 volt batteries.
All wet cells produce 2 volts regardless of size. A six volt battery has three cells, which are larger than the six cells in a 12 volt, and the larger cells allow for larger plates that will tolerate deep cycling better.
Charging and maintenance are similar.
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Fishinghat
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02/05/12 05:09pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: What brand of CPAP is good at 12 volts
I've used a CPAP for 8 years every night and have gone thru two "sleep studies" that were totally useless. Both of my machines have a memory card that records everything needed for a physician or technician to adjust therapy.
I have a Respironics RemMstar Auto M Series, A-Flex and would recommend that machine. I use a Ultra Mirage II that I prefer, with a second mask, a Mirage Activa by Res Med a close second. When I have a cold, I wear a ResMed Quattro FX, which covers my mouth as well as my nose so I can breath when my nose is plugged.
I've also tried pillows and some other face masks but they didn't work well for me. I have a back up CPAP machine, my older Respironics Auto with A-Flex, which works as well as the newer machine.
Finally, I have two other back up CPAP machines that I bought on Craig's List that I don't use but keep "just in case". (Talk about not wanting to die in my sleep!!)
For those on Medicare, you can get a new mask every three months. CPAP machines will only be replaced if defective or very old, but I don't know how old it has to be. I could never get a straight answer from the various medical equipment providers.
My four deep cycle 6 volt house batteries will power the CPAP overnight thru the inverter/converter with hardly any drop in voltage. However, I dont' use the humidifer, which would increase the power useage. Both of my Respironics machines are 12 volt with a transformer that allows using on 120 volt household current. The manufacturer makes a 12 volt plug adapter that sells for something like $75, but I've found it not to be needed. The power draw thru the coach's inverter/converter isn't significant.
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Fishinghat
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02/05/12 04:48pm |
RVing with Disabilities and General Health Issues
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RE: Opinions please!!
Rentals? Unless they are really, really cheap, walk away. Ditto with a high mileage gas coach of any vintage as there are just too many other coaches with low miles that have been well maintained. You may pay a little more up front, but you'll have a better chance of having fewer problems.
Good luck with whatever choice you make.
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Fishinghat
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02/05/12 03:56pm |
Class C Motorhomes
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RE: Will this work
Not knowing just what the factory battery indicator is, I'm going to guess that it also is just a volt meter. So, replacing it with a volt meter should work just fine.
Volt meters are quite simple. They won't tell you the rate of charge or discharge like a amperage meter, but just the voltage. The voltage should tell you the status of the charge on your batteries.
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Fishinghat
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02/04/12 07:25pm |
Do It Yourself Modifications and Upgrades (DIY)
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RE: Test Drove the 2012 Monaco Diplomat 43DFT Today
Sounds impressive. Keep us informed of other features you've found and of your final decision.
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Fishinghat
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02/04/12 07:20pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Wat are these things?
Due to the handles, I would suspect thay are for roasting hot dogs over the fire. You could also try and warm mashmellows for "smores", but several may fall off before you get the hang of it.
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Fishinghat
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02/04/12 07:17pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Couch/Dinette Replacement Ideas
We previously had a Class C with a dinette that I replaced with a double recliner. I used the chrome legs from the old table to mount two 12 X 18 inch hardwood carving boards to be used like TV trays. The trays would swing 180 degrees so we'd have individual tables to play cards or eat lunch, but would swing out of the way when not needed.
Any chance for pics?
Sorry, but that was 10 years ago. I have no idea if I even took any photos.
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Fishinghat
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02/01/12 10:10pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Couch/Dinette Replacement Ideas
We previously had a Class C with a dinette that I replaced with a double recliner. I used the chrome legs from the old table to mount two 12 X 18 inch hardwood carving boards to be used like TV trays. The trays would swing 180 degrees so we'd have individual tables to play cards or eat lunch, but would swing out of the way when not needed.
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Fishinghat
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01/30/12 05:16pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Propane heaters?
While these catalytic heaters use oxygen for combustion, they will extinguish themselves before the oxygen level gets low enough to result in the death of the occupants. Carbon monoxide is not produced in catalytic combustion.
As a result, they are reasonably safe for use in enclosed living spaces. However, we still leave a window open about one inch for safety.
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Fishinghat
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01/28/12 09:32pm |
Beginning RVing
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RE: Using coach genset for emergency power
Yes you can, using one (or both) of two methods.
Run a power cord from your generator output directly to one side of the house main panel, obviously after turning off the main circuit breakers. This is AGAINST the electrical code big time, but it will work. The reason it is against the code is the fear of backfeeding power to the neighborhood power lines and injuring a repair man or neighbor. You could have an electrician install a transfer switch in the house to accomplish the same result, and that would be legal but expensive. I believe the cost was something like $500 when I checked into it, but it could have been considerably more.
Run extension cord(s) from your coach's outlets to your house and all the way to where the power is needed, by passing the house circuits totally. Obviously this is safer and much easier. it is also legal.
I've done both, but I prefer the extension cord method. That way if the power comes back on, you'll be aware of it and it is just plain safer for everyone.
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Fishinghat
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01/24/12 10:56pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Crossed Safety Chains - State Law vs. Towbar design
I've never heard of an exemption for tow bars, so my assumption would be that the cables/chains have to be crossed.
On the other hand, how many LEOs are going to check? And, if they did, would you be cited? In the event of an accident where failure of the tow bar was an issue and the chains/cables were not sufficient to prevent damage, would having them crossed prevented the loss? I think the answer is "no" to all of the above.
However, I use a tow bar and have always crossed my chains. Why not?
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Fishinghat
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01/23/12 10:31pm |
Dinghy Towing
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RE: 1987 holiday rambler info needed
Duplicate.
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Fishinghat
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01/22/12 08:41pm |
Class C Motorhomes
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RE: 1987 holiday rambler info needed
We had an 1989 HR Imperial and were also so impressed with the coach that after four years decided to move up to our Navigator. Holiday Rambler built a very good coach back when it was a stand along company.
As others have indicated, the manuals are somewhat generic and won't give you what you're probably looking for. However, each of the appliances were made by some other company and those instruction manuals may be available at the manufacturer's web site.
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Fishinghat
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01/22/12 08:40pm |
Class C Motorhomes
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RE: 1st time to Quartzsite
Glad you're enjoying it. I feel your frustration at trying to express the sheer size of the place and the number of RV's there. A newspaper in Yuma indicated the population around Yuma grows by one million during the winter months, and that would include Quartzite. Unless you've seen upwards of 100,000 RVs out in the desert, you haven't looked far enough.
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Fishinghat
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01/22/12 08:00pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: RV parks near Yuma Az
Cocopah is great, but it is part of a Native American reservation that includes a very good casino. It is just north and west of Yuma, and just a few miles outside the city limits.
There are over 20 excellent RV parks in the Foothills just east of Yuma, and as many in Yuma itself. Those in town tend to be older and have smaller pads than the newer parks outside of town.
We stayed at Sharngi-La RV Resort on Frontage Rd in the Foothills for several years until we moved on to a private lot a few years ago. There are several others that also have pools, social functions and other activities as well.
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Fishinghat
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01/21/12 07:00pm |
Snowbirds
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RE: 64 bit and 32 bit Computers
Generally, a 64 bit operating system on a machine with a processor that can run 64 bit programs (as most have been able to do for some time), will be back-wards compatible and also be able to run programs designed for 32 bit processors.
Windows 7 uses a different filing system than XP, so drivers that would work on an XP machine may not work on a computer running Windows 7. Isn't Microsoft great? LOL
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Fishinghat
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01/21/12 06:53pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Headed to Az in a couple weeks for first time..
South Western Arizona around Yuma is a popular sunbird destination. Gold is what brought early development to the area and mining continues to be a major industry. Jeep trails abound in the areas east and north of Yuma, including the Barry Goldwater range southeast of Yuma.
Finally, you can go shopping in Los Alcondones, Mexico. You can park on our side ans walk across, or drive in and park in town. The whole town is focused on the American shopper, so it is very safe.
On Edit, I should have posted that Yuma is in the South West corner of the state, not South East. (My brain was thinking of the "trail of death" the gold seekers took from Mexico to the gold fields, and that trail is south and east of Yuma. Oh, I've also been out in the Barry Goodwater range perhaps 20 times Jeeping with friends. I've had to get a pass from the military at the Marine base each year. Sometime I'll share the book of stories I wrote about the experiences with the F-16 and other combat aircraft flying VERY close. We were safe. It was all legit.)
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Fishinghat
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01/19/12 04:23pm |
Snowbirds
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RE: Ice cube maker
We looked for a portable ice maker but found those that we looked at wouldn't keep the ice frozen. Also, the failure rate was unacceptable. In fact, a department manager at Target explained they stopped carrying all of the ice makers due to the high return rate from failures, but they could still be ordered thru their Internet site.
We bought a Norcold portable freezer that can run on 12 volt or 120 volt. It works very, very well, but they are "pricey". We just buy ice and store it in the freezer, but I'm assuming we could also just make ice in trays our coach's freezer or this portable freezer if we wished.
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Fishinghat
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01/15/12 02:52pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Diesel coolant in Emergency
Be careful, the ISC and ISB Cummins engines have a different block technology and need different kinds of anti-freeze.
The 8.3 block has wet sleeve cylinders that can be damaged by cavitation caused by using the wrong anti-freeze.
Several years ago when Cummins sponsored owner's meetings, I attended several and the technicians explained the different types of anti-freeze and why they are colored differently. So, make sure you're using the correct anti-freeze. To keep from making this mistake, I just bought my anti-freeze from the local Cummins dealer. It was about the same price as the name brand at NAPA or the auto supply store anyway.
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Fishinghat
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01/15/12 02:44pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: oil
I'd use 10-30 year around unless you know you're going to be a hot area. Depending on just how hot, like over 90 degrees, and how fast and hard you are going to drive, using 30 weight would be prudent. Changing back to 10-30 when the weather got cooler would also be my choice.
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Fishinghat
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01/09/12 10:55pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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