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Posted By: DWeikert on 05/05/14 05:08pm

Reddog1 wrote:

DWeikert wrote:

Installed a small accumulator tank
Before
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After

Now I just need it to stop raining so I can finish de-winterizing, fill the FW tank and check for leaks.

This could be a great Thread. Why the accumulator tank, why this size, why this brand, advantages, are their other tanks and if so from where.

With an in depth discussion, there is a lot that can be learned on this subject.

Wayne

I wish I could claim a lot of science when into my tank selection. This is the Shurflo tank, which is one of 2 accumulator tanks I found at RV part stores. FloJet also makes a similar sized accumulator but the FloJet uses quick connect fittings where the Shurflo uses threaded couplings which was a better match for my plumbing. I've seen others here install a small residential accumulator which would be larger than this model, but I didn't have the space. Besides this mounted like the space was made for it.

I did get to leak test when I de-winterized yesterday and no surprises. Pump cycling was reduced significantly.

Dan
2008 Chevy D/A 2500HD ECSB
2010 Northstar 8.5 Adventurer

Posted By: DWeikert on 05/05/14 05:12pm

flht_db wrote:

Picked up the Eagle Cap 950 Yesterday.

No pictures, didn't happen.
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Posted By: mike mck on 05/05/14 06:08pm

Changed the oil on My Onan 2.5 microlight. Here is the interesting part. It shut down at exactly 100 hours while I was out camping. 100 hours is the recommended oil change interval. Big trouble. Only had an electric coffee maker. No coffee for me. Bad day.
Plenty of propane but no start. Oil full, battery full WTH?

owners manual nor service manual say at 100 hours it shuts down until you change the oil.
Well changed the oil and fired right up.
Lesson learned. carry a coffee maker for the stove and carry a 14mm socket, funnel and a quart of oil.

Posted By: the tc life on 05/11/14 11:12am

we got a "little giant ladder system" so now i can easily clean the outside of the camper. especially the nose where the bugs are splattered. the scaffolding is nice. i took the picture before i spread the platform all the way across the nearest ladder section but you get the idea. its a great ladder to help work on the camper while at home.

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2010 adventurer 810ws
1999 c3500 dually 12' flatbed

THE TC LIFE

Posted By: flht_db on 05/11/14 08:22pm

DWeikert wrote:

flht_db wrote:

Picked up the Eagle Cap 950 Yesterday.

No pictures, didn't happen.
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Just saw this, here it is [emoticon]

Spent some time figuring what to pack and where. Going from an A we are used to more space (well DW is used to more space). I've packed for motorcycle camp trips, so I can adjust.

First trip is this weekend pulling the Jeep on a trailer.

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2013 Eagle Cap 950
2014 F350 Super Duty DRW Lariat
8 X 22 Wells Cargo Enclosed Trailer for the Bikes
7 x 18 Big Tex Open Trailer for the Jeep or Bikes

Posted By: Camper_Jeff_&_Kelli on 05/11/14 09:36pm

Heavy duty cleaning in preparation for trip to Oregon Coast.
All systems are go.

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Posted By: narcodog on 05/12/14 07:02am

Installed a second swivel seat. Now all cushions are gone.

Posted By: CAJW on 05/12/14 07:43am

flht_db wrote:

DWeikert wrote:

flht_db wrote:

Picked up the Eagle Cap 950 Yesterday.

No pictures, didn't happen.
[emoticon]

Just saw this, here it is [emoticon]

Let's see the jeep!

2013 AF 996, 2013 Chevy 3500 CC,LWB,4X4, Duramax, DRW, 3.73 rear, Torklift Stableloads & Tie-downs,Fast Guns, Ride Rite Air Bags, Superhitch w/ 32" extension.Big Wigs, Front Timbrens, TST TPMS-507,CubbyCam, Trimetric. TM & SC 2030 150W + 100W suitcase

Posted By: flht_db on 05/12/14 08:28am

CAJW wrote:

flht_db wrote:

DWeikert wrote:

flht_db wrote:

Picked up the Eagle Cap 950 Yesterday.

No pictures, didn't happen.
[emoticon]

Just saw this, here it is [emoticon]

Let's see the jeep!

The previous set up we flat towed

Jeep is 99 TJ on 33s, 4" Currie suspension, 1 1/4 Body, SYE, Anti rock, D44s front and rear 4.56 with ARB lockers. Plan flat fenders and 35-37s. This weekend will be wheeling in NY.

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Jeep on the beach

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* This post was last edited 05/12/14 06:38pm by flht_db *

Posted By: stumper92 on 05/13/14 07:58pm

Some preventive maintenance on the roof and prepping for a trip to the George Washington Forrest this weekend.

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