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Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 05-09-2019, 05:24 AM
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Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
I didn't post photos, TUCSONTOY already posted...

I didn't post photos, TUCSONTOY already posted his mod. I did essentially the same thing, covered in another post. Check his public profile for album
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-03-2018, 04:59 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
Indeed! As you know the rig came with two Zamp...

Indeed! As you know the rig came with two Zamp 100 watt panels, one of those failed early in life, 4 months or so. I'm looking at adding two rigid 160 watt panels and keeping the Zamp panel for...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-03-2018, 04:15 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
OK, after the first test run there is no need for...

OK, after the first test run there is no need for further testing. These monster Trojan T-1275s will do what I need to do. Good to go. Last night, all night run on battery only and I was at 12.6...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-02-2018, 09:47 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
First test run under way. Rig is unplugged from...

First test run under way. Rig is unplugged from shore. Refrigerator on setting 4. Ran TV 30 minutes with inverter. Everything then off and unplugged except refrigerator. LP switch off. Can't do...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-01-2018, 03:59 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
Many thanks to Tucsontoy for leading the way with...

Many thanks to Tucsontoy for leading the way with the Frankenchop on the View. It is done, looks decent, all working, back is sore. I left the Litefuse in the same location, worked there fine. I...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-29-2018, 09:53 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
Yep, but if I left DW at home, home would be gone...

Yep, but if I left DW at home, home would be gone if I returned:nonono:


After getting a detailed list of recommendations I will share what is recommended for the V24D to go LiION.
1. replace...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-28-2018, 06:07 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
Well it just never seems to work. After speaking...

Well it just never seems to work. After speaking to one LifeBlue dealer and an email from another my assessment is "they are NOT ready for prime time" at least on my dime. There is always an "IF" a...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-27-2018, 08:09 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
OK, the LifeBlue 200AH lithium ion battery will...

OK, the LifeBlue 200AH lithium ion battery will FIT! No mods are required to the battery tray at all, even the OEM hold downs will work. Bam. Got excited because I can draw more AH (160AH is 80%,...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-26-2018, 05:28 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
Location, location, location! Real estate,...

Location, location, location! Real estate, shopping and batteries. Georgia has multiple locations which manufacture Trojan batteries. So California or GA, you would think I could pick up Trojans...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-25-2018, 05:31 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
Yep, with the bottom open you can get it in after...

Yep, with the bottom open you can get it in after your mod, then get it tied down. I'm thinking out loud but what happens when you are driving and the lithium reaches 93% SOC? The BMS shuts it down...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-25-2018, 04:37 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
Reality sets in...

Yes, cash does matter. Freedom as well, even after serving in America's most unpopular war I say freedom matters!


The thing that is nagging my brain is all the hits so far with this rig. ...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-22-2018, 07:44 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
Yes, GC2, 6vdc, 210AH

Yes, GC2, 6vdc, 210AH
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-22-2018, 06:20 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
We were at Costco today shopping and of course I...

We were at Costco today shopping and of course I browsed the batteries. Yes, those GC2 batteries I put in our last rig have had a price increase. Last year I believe they were $83 ea with core,...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-21-2018, 10:18 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
Now to modify the math for a generator assisted...

Now to modify the math for a generator assisted dry camp night. About 64 amp/hrs for the refrigerator and by dropping the humidifier level of CPAP a few percent I can save another 10 amp/hrs. That...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-21-2018, 09:40 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
FWIW, WGO only connects th 12VDC in the coach. ...

FWIW, WGO only connects th 12VDC in the coach. There are several versions of this model. Apparently most of the DE0061R units did in fact ship with an AC cord as well, just not plugged up. No, WGO...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-21-2018, 04:00 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
OK, every RV we owned since 2000 has had a...

OK, every RV we owned since 2000 has had a Dometic absorption refrigerator, never had a single problem, never really thought about the refrigerator - just used it. Boondocks were easy, stay out as...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-21-2018, 08:09 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
Old Crows, all great advice and appreciated! I...

Old Crows, all great advice and appreciated! I know exactly the maximum output of the solar panels when both are working in optimum conditions. Each panel will provide at maximum optimal conditions...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-20-2018, 06:10 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
Thanks! I downloaded several videos showing the...

Thanks! I downloaded several videos showing the process. Have not worried with it yet because in the new Views you don't need the LP turned on very often. Compressor refrigerator, runs on 12VDC. ...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-18-2018, 10:18 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
Realistically if you get 4 hours of good sun it...

Realistically if you get 4 hours of good sun it might be possible to put back perhaps 60 amp/hrs into the battery with 300 watts of solar but that's a good day's sun. That tells me I'll probably...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-18-2018, 09:40 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
Larry, that's my pretty well defined survey above...

Larry, that's my pretty well defined survey above based on the refrigerator and CPAP draws. I'll typically be in the CPAP about 6-7 hours but the fridge is running > 50% duty at 5.6 amps. Yes, I...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-17-2018, 08:33 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,134
Posted By Kayak73
House Batteries 18V24D

Sometimes you get lucky...Over a week ago I ordered two Trojan T-105 batteries for the new View. After not getting the call to pick them up long after they were due in I called the guy and he said...
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