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General Discussion / Re: Overloading Camper 120V 30 Amp Electrical System

« on: April 14, 2022, 05:53:47 pm »

Regarding the Progressive Industries EMS-PT30X, I just received my third one under warranty in the last 7 years or so. As in Lance’s  case both of mine had moisture issues, as indicated by obvious moisture showing in the digital display. Both lasted just about 3 years.
As far as the warranty, the technician indicated they still have a limited life time.  To submit a claim they require a picture of the plug and receptacle and in my case their invoice number.
Being paranoid I immediately went out and bought another, so now have two.
Where two have now failed, I am wondering if it would be wise to put a plastic bag over the pedestal to protect it during inclement weather?

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Tips and Tricks / Re: Small insects and screens

« on: April 14, 2022, 05:30:40 pm »

We use an electrical device called a Kathy insect trap. It’s about the size of a half gallon milk carton but only about 6-8” high. Has a blue light to attract and a fan that then sends them down to a sticky pad.  Been using it all winter in Florida and have gone through a couple of pads. One draw back being the light which is somewhat bright when the coach lights are off night.

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General Discussion / Re: 2400 owners

« on: September 15, 2021, 12:27:07 pm »

Our Frig door started doing it at about two years and now the freezer door is also showing the same separation. 
When the first occurred i flipped the panel so it wasn’t as obvious, now all four corners are involved.
Living with it at the moment.

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Adventure Anywhere / Re: Which Park?

« on: May 11, 2021, 02:08:50 pm »

We just returned from two weeks at Edisto. It’s at the end of the road and on first glance not a lot to offer in the area. However, once we began to do a little exploring and research we found it a delightful area and have booked 2 weeks for next April. We stayed in the river side where the sites for the most part are adequately separated from one another. The beach sites are pretty much open and for us a little too close, but it is on the beach.
Have driven through both Hunting and Huntington.  Hunting we felt to be  crowded with sites too close. Huntington, been awhile, but as I recall a nice park.
Hope that helps.

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General Discussion / Re: House door hinge

« on: May 09, 2020, 12:47:04 pm »

We’re still living with it. My current fix, which isn’t very practical is to push the pin back into place on a regular basis.
When I called liftco they were of no help said had never heard of a problem. Hopefully you will speak to someone of more help, if so will be interested in their fix.
Bob at PC suggested replacing with a SS bolt. May give that a try prior to this winters travels.

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General Discussion / Re: Extra Storage Space

« on: December 17, 2019, 11:38:17 am »

Engineerit
Thanks for the leg work!
From your photos looks like great storage space. I had also thought about contacting PC for a door should the space be usable.  The big box stores also do cabinet panel doors at a reasonable cost, though do not know how small they go.
Your adding the additional outside electrical connection is something I’ve tossed around for use with the small electric heater we use occasionally.
When we get back in the spring, I’ll have a few new projects to work on. Thanks again.

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General Discussion / Re: Extra Storage Space

« on: December 15, 2019, 02:40:55 pm »

What I was trying to describe is simply the hinged cover for the storage unit, sorry for the confusion. Perhaps could have just unscrewed the fixed section of the cover but seemed easier to take the whole top out. The access covers were then cut in the narrow fixed section.
Have periodically thought of adding an external plug as you have, put that back on the list.
Keep us posted on the space under the pantry.

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General Discussion / Re: Extra Storage Space

« on: December 14, 2019, 02:35:55 pm »

Great find!
There is also a lot of hidden space between the outside wall and the outboard wall of the storage compartment under the driver side bed.
I had to remove the entire top of the compartment for access.  There is quite a bit of wiring and some plumbing in that area so I made 2 boxes out of plywood to fit the space and inserted them between the two walls. Constructed the boxes to protect the wiring and give access if ever needed.  I then cut access panels on the bed top outboard of the piano hinge, and fit covers. To open them I just have to slide the mattress inboard.  Great space for seldom needed things.
Found the space in one of my many (4) replacements of the faulty 4 way valve, as an aside the new brass 3 way seems to have fixed the issue.
As I write this I am looking at the panel under the pantry,  never been brave enough to cut it open to see if there is also storage space there. 

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General Discussion / Re: House door hinge

« on: August 21, 2019, 01:58:01 pm »

First thanks Ron and and Volkemon for responding, and yes the pin is rotating, which it should not be. Just spoke first to Carole at PC and a Pat at Liftco who manufactures the door.
He was concerned, no immediate solutions,  said he would check units on line that he was currently working on for any ideas.
He basically told me what I knew, number one it’s a bear to unscrew, as the bolt has a carriage bolt type top, vice grips work,  the bottom piece is a 1/4” x 28 fine thread bolt  that screws into the  SS main bolt.  All held in place with a lock washer and and flat SS washer and every thing torqued down as much as possible.
I am I currently away, without the RV, when back will post a picture and take it apart again.
Barry if you’re reading this another vendor and phone number for your master list.
Liftco, 574 266 5551

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General Discussion / House door hinge

« on: August 20, 2019, 02:48:15 pm »

Recently noticed that the pin on lower house door hinge will rise up about an 1/8” over several openings and closings. When it happens the door becomes slightly out of alignment. Pin is easily pushed back in again but won’t stay but for a couple of cycles.  I recently removed and cleaned it, hardened grease but nothing changed.
Contacted PC, had not heard of it before and said the door came as a unit, so I will need to contact the vendor next.
Has anyone else run into any similar issues with the hinges?

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Adventure Anywhere / Re: Driving the Cabot Trail

« on: May 16, 2019, 06:56:25 am »

We drove it in the car 2 or 3 years ago leaving the PC in Baddeck where we stayed in a private campground.
It’s a great drive and I think you would enjoy it more in the car. There are also side roads, such as the one to Meat Cove which the RV would not make. 
The next decision is to do it clockwise or counter clockwise. Counter puts you on the ocean side of the road which maximizes your view as well as enhancing your view straight down the cliffs along the roadside.
Enjoy it’s a great area with lots to see and enjoy.

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General Discussion / Re: Moisture in back up camera

« on: April 01, 2019, 08:18:21 pm »

last winter we stored our PC in the Dallas Texas area for a couple of months while we traveled overseas. When we returned we had the same moisture problem as you describe.  I called the manufacturer, name isn’t handy, and they indicated there was no fix.
Sometime over the next couple of months while we traveled it cleared up and has been fine ever since.
When we returned home I did reseal all the housing seams in the hope that it might prevent future problems.
Hope you have similar results.

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General Discussion / Lagun table

« on: January 22, 2019, 07:35:37 am »

At the Tampa RV show we noted several manufacturers installing the Lagun tables, especially in class B’s with a variety of top designs. I have been given marching orders that installing one in our 2552 will be a top priority when we get home this spring.
Before going further, however, I was hopping for an update on how happy those are who have them  and for anyone who  has done an installation themselves, any issues they may have had. We’re currently with Barry and Sue and I was picking Barry’s brain about bracing the base and he raised some good points about just how secure the forward vertical slide trim board, to which the bracket is being attached,  is secured to the slide out and if additional backing or bracing should be placed on the backside of the board.
A call to the factory is in order, but would also appreciate any other thoughts members might have.   

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General Discussion / Re: Towing 2014 CRV with 2014 2551

« on: January 13, 2019, 05:17:31 pm »

In addition to the above the CRV has a couple of other requirements that need to be observed. We’ve put about 30k towing miles on  our 2014 Honda with Blue Ox equipment, with which we’ve been very pleased. Their Patriot breaking system is another story. The one problem we’ve encountered is referenced above:  dead battery.  For the first two years we made sure we ran the engine when ever we did a rest stop, that helped but the original battery only lasted two years. I then installed a Toad charger as recommended here in the forum and have not had a dead battery since. Last week I had the oil changed and the Honda dealer performed its overall inspection and said I needed  a new battery (not even two years old).  That’s this weeks project, manufacturers battery’s are generally of lesser quality, so if needed will purchase a better grade battery.
Back to the specifics:  transmission according to Honda must have the fluid changed every two years if towed, ($300+), depending on your current miles you might want to start fresh. The other issue is the transmission lubrication procedure you need to go through at the beginning of each towing, basically just running it through the gears. This must be repeated at least every 8 hours by the clock.  Finally when towing you cannot exceed 65mph.
Good luck it’s good car have with you.

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General Discussion / Re: EMS & TPMS

« on: September 19, 2018, 09:13:05 pm »

Garmp, l  don’t even plug in at home without my EMS, surge protector. Over the years ours has picked up and protected us from several external electrical problems which could have had major consequences.
We have a Progressive unit that this summer failed, they have a lifetime warranty, I called described the problem and had a new one within a few days.
To me this is an essential piece of equipment.