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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-12-2010, 04:27 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 42,587
Posted By Thudman
It's probably in a different location from my gas...

It's probably in a different location from my gas Adventurer (under the entry steps), so I'll let the Journey guys answer this.

This is what it looks like in my rig:
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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-11-2010, 06:26 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 42,587
Posted By Thudman
I installed it today........took about an hour. ...

I installed it today........took about an hour. No sparks, smoke or flames. Started engine & had 14.3V at OnePlace. Ungawa!! Thanks to ALL on this forum for your advice and help.

Thudman
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-07-2010, 08:10 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 42,587
Posted By Thudman
I always wanted to watch a residual dissipation. ...

I always wanted to watch a residual dissipation. Sounds exciting......kinda like paint drying or a post-Viagra syndrome. Possibly rain tomorrow, so maybe the Tech will arrive Friday.

Thudman
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-07-2010, 02:28 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 42,587
Posted By Thudman
I disconnected all batteries as well as shore...

I disconnected all batteries as well as shore power. Totally dead rig, from electric input point of view. Still had 6.75V on the fwd solenoid terminal. Mystery. That's why I scheduled a Tech to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-07-2010, 07:45 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 42,587
Posted By Thudman
Thx for info, but with all three batts...

Thx for info, but with all three batts disconnected, 6.75V is still present at the fwd solenoid terminal; and that red wire to the solenoid is BIG!

Thudman, the Chicken-Hearted
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-06-2010, 05:16 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 42,587
Posted By Thudman
I chickened out. Disconnected three battery...

I chickened out. Disconnected three battery leads (two house, one chassis) and accessed the solenoid & multi-metered the two solenoid leads. Zero volts on left (aft) lead, but 6.75 volts on right...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-29-2010, 06:45 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 42,587
Posted By Thudman
depchief: EXCELLENT guidance. I'll give it...

depchief:

EXCELLENT guidance. I'll give it a go. If you see sparks and smoke, you'll know I'm in deep doo-doo. Thanks much. Will provide After Action Report (if able). :eek:

Thudman
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-29-2010, 01:22 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 42,587
Posted By Thudman
I ordered the solenoid from Lichtsinn (~$28). ...

I ordered the solenoid from Lichtsinn (~$28). What do I need to know to install it myself? Disconnect house and chassis batt ground wire? Any other elec hazards (besides me)?

Thudman
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-28-2010, 07:41 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 42,587
Posted By Thudman
Thanks folks for the info. Think I'll order the...

Thanks folks for the info. Think I'll order the part from Lichtsinn and hire a Tech to put it in, otherwise I might electrocute myself.

Thudman
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-27-2010, 02:33 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 42,587
Posted By Thudman
Charging Solenoid

Chassis batt failed (4.5 years). Put in new batt (Interstate, $127 @ Cmpg Wld; pricey, Eh?) in driving rain, thunder, lightning and wind---other than that the wx was just fine. Now there's no...
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