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Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-16-2024, 06:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 273
Posted By Shedboy
Dirty ground connection.

I had the same issue, solved it wit Morich's suggestion -

"But there are times when we can look past the real problem if we have a loose or dirty ground as it can rattle around and do weird...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-05-2024, 03:39 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,191
Posted By Shedboy
Other weight/life style considerations

1. Switch from lead-acid to LiPO4 house batteries to get about 20 lb weight reduction
2. With "stay-a-while" external LPG addition, can pack a 3 gal LPG bottle in cargo bay that will run the...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-04-2024, 04:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,191
Posted By Shedboy
2012 24M - Consider the following: ...

2012 24M -


Consider the following:


1, Distance between fuel, service and supply facilities.
2. Roadside assistance availability
3. Navion is cramped lifestyle but has many advantages...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-04-2024, 09:15 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,191
Posted By Shedboy
On the road 12K miles/yr, weight is a concern,...

On the road 12K miles/yr, weight is a concern, vehicle empty weight is within 500 lbs of OCCC. Have installed OL springs front & rear, Helwig sway bar and Timbren shocks, all have added weight but...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 01-09-2024, 09:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 600
Posted By Shedboy
Just Do It!!!

Agree completely - in a "pure" theoretical system 75 to 50 ohm transition yields a 1.5 SWR (standing wave ratio) - roughly a reflection coefficient of 20% and a power loss of 4%. Where does the 20%...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-06-2023, 11:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,510
Posted By Shedboy
Have 2012 22M bought used have logged 12k...

Have 2012 22M bought used have logged 12k miles/year owned 11 years. Agree and have completed most of the modifications others have mentioned. Biggest improvement came from suspension upgrades,...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-16-2023, 04:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,073
Posted By Shedboy
Primative H2O collection

EVO X2 Dual Stage Premium RV Water Filter Kit (Amazon) comes w one 5ft hose.

1. Primitive but another H2O source is the canopy on the non-heater exhaust side of the RV. The exhaust from the water...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-15-2023, 07:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,073
Posted By Shedboy
Boondockers Fresh Water; 1. Bumper hitch...

Boondockers Fresh Water;


1. Bumper hitch mounted cargo carrier from Harbor Freight holds 4 - 5 gal jugs that can be handled easily one at a time.U can rig a valve & hose to the RV water pump to...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 05-05-2023, 07:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,111
Posted By Shedboy
Have a 22M for 7 yrs, log 10K miles/ yr. in many...

Have a 22M for 7 yrs, log 10K miles/ yr. in many weather situations. Vary happy with overall performance but if I was to do it over again I would:


1. Floor layout - depends on your usage & life...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-31-2023, 09:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,214
Posted By Shedboy
Just a guess????

I don't see a air vent on the fresh water water tank diagram. Is there one? It would need to have a check valve to retain line pressure when hooked to a feed hose and release pressure when using the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-09-2023, 08:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,191
Posted By Shedboy
Thanks for all the real-life info. I purchased a...

Thanks for all the real-life info. I purchased a couple of 100AH Renogys with integrated heater & controller option and the Renogy 110vac charger/maintainer while on sale and haven't installed them...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-29-2022, 05:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 992
Posted By Shedboy
One More Thing - Afterthought

A change of LP supply pipe diameter from small to large will reduce pressure in the large pipe and the reduction in pressure energy will be accompanied by the pipe cooling down. This can happen at...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-29-2022, 09:28 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 992
Posted By Shedboy
The freeze temperature of propane is -306 degrees...

The freeze temperature of propane is -306 degrees Fahrenheit, a condition not foundnaturally on earth. The issue is probably water vapor that has frozen in the regulator as the propane changes from...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-29-2022, 08:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,040
Posted By Shedboy
RV Freeze Considerations

This is probably too late and esoteric but may be useful for future cold weather precautions. My RV spends most of its life between 8,000 and 14,000 foot elevations, right now there is about 4...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-22-2022, 09:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,588
Posted By Shedboy
Empathetic with Wyocamper - If you overnight...

Empathetic with Wyocamper -

If you overnight at rest-stops or box stores, being prepared for drug-induced aggressive homo-sapiens is equally sagacious as it is for ursidaes (bears).

After...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-18-2022, 12:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 931
Posted By Shedboy
None are "Smart"

Sorry - Didn't notice the "smart" part. Consider a USB stick in existing TV - such as:
1. Roku Express
2:. Amazon Fire Stick
3. Apple TV
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-18-2022, 12:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 931
Posted By Shedboy
1. Supersonic 1080p 22-inch LED HDTV for RV...

1. Supersonic 1080p 22-inch LED HDTV for RV (https://amzn.to/3gmKaN0)
2. Jensen JTV19DC 19-inch HDTV (ATSC) Tuner TV (https://amzn.to/3pxtred)

3. Supersonic 19-inch 12-volt LED TV with...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-30-2022, 03:47 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,692
Posted By Shedboy
View/Navion Owners - How do you do boondocking? ...

View/Navion Owners - How do you do boondocking?

Have been active boondocker in Navion22M about 8yrs, 50+ Kmiles, inc Baja CA Mexico, BC, Queen Charlotte Islands, Yukon, NW Territories, Alaska...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-19-2022, 05:36 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,425
Posted By Shedboy
Cheap & Easy Solar – Harbor Freight...

Cheap & Easy Solar –



Harbor Freight Tools (HTF)


1. 1. “Thunderbolt” 25 Watt panel comes w multiple connectors and adapters including cigarette lighter adapter $89.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-20-2022, 08:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,248
Posted By Shedboy
Thanks for the post! I have just started...

Thanks for the post! I have just started upgrading my Navion to LiFePO4 but am in no hurry, my twin 6 volt modification has proven to satisfy my boondocking needs. However the rapid increase in cost...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-21-2022, 08:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,446
Posted By Shedboy
Sorry, I'm 1200 miles from the PC with photos of...

Sorry, I'm 1200 miles from the PC with photos of the installation. The ladder vertical tubes curve around the rear top corner of the RV roof and offer a distance of about a foot parallel (horizontal)...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-21-2022, 07:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,446
Posted By Shedboy
Installed a CCrane WiFi booster on 2012 24M wo...

Installed a CCrane WiFi booster on 2012 24M wo drilling any holes. Modified a Dish TV Satellite Antenna mount and clamped it to the top of the roof ladder with "J" bolts. Replaced the dish with the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-14-2022, 08:30 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,107
Posted By Shedboy
Thanks for the Renogy info, it worked! Although...

Thanks for the Renogy info, it worked! Although converting to LiFePO4 wasn't on my priority list, I don't think the cost of upgrade is going to diminish in the future so I committed. Now have to...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-05-2022, 11:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 976
Posted By Shedboy
Came across this post that rang a bell, may or...

Came across this post that rang a bell, may or may not be relevant -------



"I know I tried to get my local Propane distributor to install a feed for my BBQ and he wouldn't do it since it is...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-05-2022, 08:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 976
Posted By Shedboy
22M LP recall

My 22M is a 2012 model. Couldn't find the paperwork for the LP recall but did come across the recall notice for drivers side air bag.



If I remember correctly, the RV Tech was interested in...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-04-2022, 11:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 976
Posted By Shedboy
One more thing - Safety

1. One unexpected surprise - The hose from the external LP tank can be under as much as 300lb pressure. If using quick-disconnect fittings, this pressure will launch the hose when the quick...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-04-2022, 11:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 976
Posted By Shedboy
22M Extend-A-Stay details

Check-Out
https://www.winnieowners.com/forums/f274/being-able-to-connect-extra-propane-360554.html


Have a 22M, installed an extended stay over a year ago so don’t remember the exact...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-05-2022, 07:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,488
Posted By Shedboy
The stud finder is more responsive to metal than...

The stud finder is more responsive to metal than wood, some have sensitivity adjustments that can differentiate between wood or metal.


"3 in 1 wire stud finder cable detector" on Walmart.com ...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-01-2022, 07:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,488
Posted By Shedboy
Harbor Freight has an inexpensive stud finder

https://www.harborfreight.com/prosensor-m10-stud-finder-57218.html

Harbor Freight Tools

FRANKLIN SENSORS (https://www.harborfreight.com/search?q=franklin%20sensors&cid=pdp_brandLink)
...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-02-2022, 08:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,578
Posted By Shedboy
Tend to agree w creativepart's approach, I have 4...

Tend to agree w creativepart's approach, I have 4 antennas on my 24' Navion as well as an WEB cable connector (Ethernet) and use them for boondocking as well as using the RV as an "escape pod" in...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-23-2021, 08:16 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,247
Posted By Shedboy
Wild ideas - assuming the stray voltage is not...

Wild ideas - assuming the stray voltage is not Direct Current

1. You mentioned utility pole replacement - Are the power line wires/pole transformer magnetically inducing a voltage in the...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 11-21-2021, 07:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,532
Posted By Shedboy
Lots of critters to deal with if stored outside,...

Lots of critters to deal with if stored outside, the RV is generally warmer than surroundings and offers lots of shelter. Mice/rats/squirrels? pulled the firewall insulation out of mine, I suppose to...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-11-2021, 02:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,874
Posted By Shedboy
Amazon also has a similar product called...

Amazon also has a similar product called FireStick.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-11-2021, 02:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,874
Posted By Shedboy
1. No holes required ----- Roku makes USB/WiFi...

1. No holes required ----- Roku makes USB/WiFi sticks starting @ $19.95 that plug into the HDMI port on the TV. Likewise for Apple TV and Sling TV. No wires!...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 10-26-2021, 05:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,049
Posted By Shedboy
Correction - meant to say 2nd RV has...

Correction - meant to say 2nd RV has OMNIdirectional, not unidirectional antenna.


OVER THE EDGE - I don't recommend this to anyone except experimenters, its not ready for prime time!

To...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 10-26-2021, 12:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,049
Posted By Shedboy
Great Discussion,dandr64 inquiry is for different...

Great Discussion,dandr64 inquiry is for different programming for two tv's, I think the primary question is Do you want boondocking , RV Park capability or in-motion capability. Do you want live or...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 10-26-2021, 09:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,049
Posted By Shedboy
Independant TV programming Follow-Up

Coincidentally - I saw on Bloomberg business news this morning that Elon Musk (Tesla CEO) just financed a 10 billion dollar investment in a low earth orbit satellite WEB network.


This technology...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 10-25-2021, 08:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,049
Posted By Shedboy
In the weeds........

Re. MotoSat and Hughs - Check out what long haul semi-truck drivers are doing.......
The second disadvantage after cost is the dish size, about 3 ft. wide.



Two dynamic things are happening...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 10-25-2021, 10:24 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,049
Posted By Shedboy
Trav'lr Report

Agree w all answers to issue, good info. I purchased a Winegard Trav'lr 3 LNB antenna and am able to tune 3 TV receivers each with their own Wally independently. On a different RV I carry a Dish 3...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 10-21-2021, 08:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,835
Posted By Shedboy
Have 22M, boondocked occasionally above 10K' in...

Have 22M, boondocked occasionally above 10K' in Rocky Mountains, night temp 20 deg.


1. Put drivers compartment curtain down so heater has less area to heat.
2. Waste tanks have never frozen...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 10-03-2021, 05:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,741
Posted By Shedboy
Have a 22M and looked @ most suggestions. I have...

Have a 22M and looked @ most suggestions. I have settled for the hose and fittings in a tote box in storage compartment.


1. The Camco under bumper mount turns out to be one is the lowest...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-20-2021, 08:47 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 387
Posted By Shedboy
Anyone tried Ozone fresh water purification?

Wondering about using Ozone water purification (with filter) for boondocking, has anyone have any info?


1. Is there a 12V ozone generator available?
2. Can/should an ozone diffuser be...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 08-16-2021, 12:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,625
Posted By Shedboy
Traveling Oregon Hwy 97 - Interesting spots on...

Traveling Oregon Hwy 97 - Interesting spots on the Washington Side (HWY 14) Maryhill Museum has world class artist paintings. Nearby is a concrete clone of Stonehenge in England. If you don't mind...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-20-2021, 08:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,964
Posted By Shedboy
It is my sincere hope that only the horse dies!

It is my sincere hope that only the horse dies!
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-20-2021, 02:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,964
Posted By Shedboy
1. "The OP said that cord was coming from a*...

1. "The OP said that cord was coming from a* GARAGE ELECTRICAL PANEL* and had male plug on the end."

There is no circumstance that this is a safe scenario. - The OP did NOT say a "SUBPANEL", did...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-19-2021, 06:52 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,964
Posted By Shedboy
"The exposed male end is PERFECTLY SAFE with no...

"The exposed male end is PERFECTLY SAFE with no chance of being hot." TRUE but dysfunctional because it is intended as the generator INPUT not the RV output. The only time it is HOT is when the...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-19-2021, 06:20 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,964
Posted By Shedboy
generator connection to RV

Real life experience - although not directly related to male-to-male adapters, occurred in Baja California, Mexico, a place with no codes or enforcement. When I connected to a normal looking RV park...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-18-2021, 09:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,066
Posted By Shedboy
Switched to 2 6 Volt Costco (Interstste) in 2012...

Switched to 2 6 Volt Costco (Interstste) in 2012 Navion with Timbren overload springs 5 years ago to enable heater fan to run all night.. Navion used exclusively boondocking in cool/cold climates....
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-17-2021, 10:21 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,964
Posted By Shedboy
Length of RV shore power cord

The shorter the better!


The longer the cord and/or the smaller the gauge, (higher gauge numbers are smaller wire diameter) the more voltage is lost (dissipated as heat energy) in the cord...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-15-2021, 07:36 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,964
Posted By Shedboy
Male plug w power applied

Agree w imnprsd.


Check-out outdoor auxiliary generator connection boxes at Home Depot, they have a recessed male plug pointed downward on the bottom of the utility box with a spring loaded...
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