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General Discussion / Need New Twin Mattresses

« Last post by Free2RV on September 15, 2024, 10:27:51 am »

**NEED ADVICE**
We own a 2018 3100 PC.
We would like to order two new twin mattresses for our unit and are seeking suggestions from those of you who have replaced the mattresses on your twin beds. We prefer our beds to be firm and would like to order mattresses that are of good quality. We understand these will have to be custom made, but are willing to pay the price to get something that we'll be happy with for years to come.
Thank you.

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General Discussion / Sofa removal

« Last post by Doug on September 11, 2024, 05:05:35 pm »

We own a 2021 2400 with a power recliner/sofa that doubles as a Queen size bed... has pull-out footrests.  We are hoping to remove in favor it of twin beds.  Anyone have ani ideas on how to remove it?!  And info on the removal procedure would be greatly appreciated   Thanks!  We hope to replace it with some twin beds...

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Phoenix Cruisers for Sale by Owner / 2022 Phoenix Cruiser 2351D - 11084 miles - $141,500

« Last post by Phoenix USA RV Forum Team on September 09, 2024, 04:51:03 pm »

2022 2351D Phoenix Cruiser for sale, 11084 miles, excellent condition, always stored in RV garage, need to downsize due to health.
Columbia  TN
931-398-0800

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General Discussion / Re: Vroom Install Question

« Last post by Free2RV on September 08, 2024, 09:10:54 am »

I just saw your response Kevin.  I am glad you were able to get the information you needed from Keith.  I hope you are as happy with the Vroom system as we are with ours.  Best of luck.
Gary

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General Discussion / Re: Vroom Install Question

« Last post by KEB on September 05, 2024, 02:09:19 pm »

Gary,
Thanks for the reply. We are working with Tech RV in Maurice, La for the Vroom install. They are about 660 miles from us.

I contacted Keith at the factory and he had the numbers readily available for all three slides.

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General Discussion / Re: Batteries

« Last post by custerhank on September 03, 2024, 07:19:08 pm »

  I just found out NAPA offers only one year warranty (replacement) on both flooded GC2 and AGM batteries.Wow - the last time I replaced either car or RV batteries they had a several year warranty. MY NAPA guy says prorated warranties are a thing of the past. He claims his 5 year old flooded batteries are going strong. I do see an Interstate Class 27 AGM with 3 year warranty. But aren't the PC batteries a Class 24? That Interstate Class 24 has a 2 year warranty. Besides the GC2-ECL-UTL (big and heavy), Interstate has an "EFB" (Enhanced Flooded Battery) which is smaller and lighter. Has anyone tried this?

Thanks!

Hank

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General Discussion / Re: Onan 4000 Generator - Want To Replace - Alternative?

« Last post by Joseph on September 02, 2024, 11:04:55 am »

I started carrying 2 of the Yamaha 2000 gensets. I went that route due to weight. Easier for me to handle two lighter weight units than one big heavy one. This was before I found my Onan issue and fixed it for good.

Two things happened at campgrounds. When under AC load they were quieter for us in the motorhome but not for other campers. No heavy load no issue, AC and other campers wanted it located right up against our RV.  The next was when another camper had his stolen. They cut the steel cable, loaded it up and gone before he could get wake up enough to know he had a problem. I finally fixed my onan issue and got rid of the portable.

Your idea of installing where the onan is may work great. One of the things that makes them quiet is their casing. My concern would be them getting enough air flow in that compartment. If you remove the cover it will be louder. Maybe an auxiliary fan to maintain airflow. Also once mounted it will have its own vibration tendency.

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General Discussion / Re: Onan 4000 Generator - Want To Replace - Alternative?

« Last post by Ron Dittmer on September 01, 2024, 12:37:50 pm »

Volkemon, like with all your other modifications, repairs, and updates, please keep us posted on your Predetor 3500 installation.  I really enjoy all your share and the details.

On the irv2 forum, I have this same post running there.  Someone there shared a new product, just posting it here for consolidation purposes.  I really know nothing about it other than watching the short video.
https://npsrvpower.com/
Admittedly, the product confuses me.  Generator and sine wave inverter, all in one?  My traditional thinking is to have the generator focus on one thing, make household electricity, then let the RV on-board systems break it down from there.

The enclosed generator is a very tough environment with heat and vibration.  All that "other" technology integrated inside it seems risky to me.  Then there is the price tag, another discouragement.

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General Discussion / Re: Onan 4000 Generator - Want To Replace - Alternative?

« Last post by Volkemon on August 31, 2024, 07:48:21 pm »

Well...SUPER late to this party... Glad you sorted things out.

but as to the original question -

""Has anyone found such a "Magic Genny" that takes up the same space as an Onan 4000?""

As usual, I wont be using readily workable, or generally approved parts and methods. 



The noise from the onboard genset is intolerable for us. Runs well, and gets the job done..... but loud outside and in. I try to remember to exercise it at least once a month.. or two... (Hm.... might just go start that and let it run for a while this evening...)

I now use the Predator 3500, a Honda 'clone' from harbor freight. If we are at a smaller gig, I use a hitch mount rack and put the genset on it. The genset running on that rack is much (MUCH) quieter, and much less vibration. Even right under our heads in bed! Or put the genset on the ground... cant hear it over the AC. Sips gas. (I get 7-8  hrs on a 2 1/2 gallon tank running AC all night)

Will not run the AC and Micro together, but thats OK.  We rarely microwave, and just turn off the AC when we do. Runs AC, fridge and converter loads together with no problem.


Having two of these gensets now, and tinkering on them, I am working out how to replace the Onan with a predator. Electric start already built in... thats a big plus. Weighs 100 pound WITH a tank, little more than 1/2 the weight of the onan.

OF course, I cannot recommend this modification to be done by anyone. Critical safety features built on to the Onan may be difficult or impossible to duplicate safely. The Predator genset is not designed for this use, and undoubtedly the manufacturer would agree it can not be used installed like I discuss.




So please, dont try this at home.      

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General Discussion / Re: 2006 model 2350 Restoration and Modification

« Last post by Volkemon on August 31, 2024, 07:24:18 pm »

Thanks for the kind words.

Been busy with video work and work here at the house.

Now with waterproof storage, I will be doing and posting more.

 - The box awning will be replaced by a 14' awning with real support legs...    I know the job is going to involve removing the awning mount/drip rail, and probably taking off both 'seam' trims on the top. The screws holding both are rusting now after ~20 years.

 - I am going to be pulling out the entrance door and frame. The frame has a rustout on the bottom, and the powder coat/paint is flaking off.  The metal step support behind has suffered rust damage also from a previous (fixed) leak.  The electric step mount is rusted on one side now, and the step is unusable without the 'helper' brace. 

 After pulling the door, I plan on re-working the entry step to possibly allow access towards the front.  The area under the floor (where the 'eurochair' once lived) forward of the entry steps is a void. Wasted space.  When I did the floors inside, I installed bolts from the top to make a hanging battery support for my coach batteries.   Move them lower and forward.

Also looking into installing a built in vacuum system also.  Mrs V would LOVE it.


And your favorite.... THE SLIDE OUT!!!       It has a 2x2 steel bar built in the bottom. Steel, and looks like it never had paint or anything. Some serious rust, and degradation of the aluminum where it meets the steel. So far so good..... everything works fine.

But the slide also has the peeling paint/rusting issues.  If it looks like the steel brace is beyond repair.... I may just go ahead and pull the slide, and rebuild a fixed wall. I am building a 5K#  trolley hoist into the shop, so supporting it and pulling the slide out is GREATLY simplified.  Given quite a bit of thought on the wall re-construction also, and even how to replicate the 'vacuumed sandwich' construction method for the plug piece. I will be SURE to get a weight of the slide...a long wondered on number.     

If the slide is still serviceable, at the very least I will get rid of that powered couch/bed.  We have not put it out to a bed since Oct 2018 for my Grandson.  Its heavy, and takes up TOO much room for our use. Will be a dinette, with bountiful storage.

Rear ladder, and top rail coming off also. The screws are still sealed over, but rusted out. The ladder is unusable anyway, and I have NEVER done anything with the top rail.

Once the bones are good, rework the front bumper cover/front flare transition, and probably 2 billion other small things, and FULL BODY PAINT!! 

The road never ends. 


And as always, if you are near the space coast/treasure coast of FL....