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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-08-2023, 06:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,029
Posted By sajohnson
Hi Rick, It sounds like your problem is...

Hi Rick,

It sounds like your problem is solved, but just FYI we installed our inverter (a Magnum MS2000) so that it feeds everything. The power goes from the shore power cord > Progressive...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-06-2022, 05:48 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,432
Posted By sajohnson
Magnum Energy Inverter/Charger settings are adjustable

Just to clarify:

The charge voltages -- Absorption; Float; and EQ -- are adjustable when "Custom" is selected under battery type.

They can be set anywhere from 12.0 to 16.0 volts (for a 12V...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-27-2022, 07:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,136
Posted By sajohnson
I'm sorry to hear about the theft Bob. Not...

I'm sorry to hear about the theft Bob.

Not that it's any consolation, just an observation -- the thief sure made clean cuts. I wonder what he used?

I know very little about welding, but I...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-27-2022, 06:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,136
Posted By sajohnson
That looks like a good product. One note --...

That looks like a good product.

One note -- CatClamp does not give the diameter of the wire rope, but depending upon size, some cutters like these might snip through it quickly:
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-25-2022, 08:49 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,432
Posted By sajohnson
creativepart, We have essentially the same...

creativepart,

We have essentially the same setup -- Magnum MS2000 with ME-ARC50 remote; and two (vs 4) 105aH LiFePO4 batteries.

What I've found is that even though the MS2000 charger has a...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-09-2022, 02:52 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,873
Posted By sajohnson
It's good to hear they worked well for you on...

It's good to hear they worked well for you on your big rigs.

Both Crossfire and Cat's Eye have few disadvantages and many advantages. Still, they seem to have not caught on with RVers. Part of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-02-2022, 07:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 960
Posted By sajohnson
That could be, especially if it's new...

That could be, especially if it's new construction. In some cases, people install a GFCI where there was not one originally.

If the GFCI is required, it's best to leave it alone and perhaps run...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-02-2022, 04:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 960
Posted By sajohnson
David's advice is excellent. Another option...

David's advice is excellent.

Another option would be to replace the GFCI outlet with a standard one.

30A RV outlets are not GFCI.

A potential drawback is that the GFCI outlet might be...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-08-2021, 09:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,977
Posted By sajohnson
An E450 is a serious chassis. My guess is that...

An E450 is a serious chassis. My guess is that generally speaking, RVs built on it -- and maybe the E350 -- get tossed around less than the Sprinter-based RVs.

The only RV we've owned is the View...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-08-2021, 07:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,977
Posted By sajohnson
Suspension improvements

As others have said, there is a limit to how stable a Sprinter-based class C can be, even with multiple suspension upgrades.

Another thing to keep in mind is that the degree of improvement from...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-10-2021, 09:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,256
Posted By sajohnson
The Itasca 33B SunFlyer is on a Ford or Chevy...

The Itasca 33B SunFlyer is on a Ford or Chevy chassis, right? I'd think parts would be readily available.

I don't understand why replacing the master cylinder and flushing the brakes is a...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 09-27-2021, 02:34 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,408
Posted By sajohnson
D'OH! Now we must sell our View and buy a...

D'OH!

Now we must sell our View and buy a Minnie Winnie 22M on the e450 Frame. ;)

It sounds like you are happy, that's the main thing. RVs are all about compromise. You make good points...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 09-24-2021, 01:51 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,408
Posted By sajohnson
Also very good points. I'd say the primary...

Also very good points.

I'd say the primary reason why Winnebago doesn't sell many diesel generators -- especially in the V/N -- is the added expense. I was shocked when I realized how much more...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 09-24-2021, 01:40 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,408
Posted By sajohnson
Very good points based on real-world experience. ...

Very good points based on real-world experience.

My wife and I bought a 2009 View in 2012. One of our 'must haves' was a diesel generator. I'm glad we held out until we found a unit with one. ...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 09-08-2021, 05:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,131
Posted By sajohnson
One option is to just try it and see. Put...

One option is to just try it and see.

Put the bike on the hitch carrier and weigh the rig, packed and ready for travel.

See how close the rear end is to the 7,800 lb axle weight rating.
...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 09-05-2021, 10:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,131
Posted By sajohnson
Hi Ash, I did a quick search and see your...

Hi Ash,

I did a quick search and see your rear axle weight rating is 7,800 lbs.

If that is correct, 500 lbs. will likely be too much, unless your rig is very lightly loaded, with the weight...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-27-2021, 01:44 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,538
Posted By sajohnson
Exactly Morich -- you never know. A water source...

Exactly Morich -- you never know. A water source could be pristine in the morning and contaminated that night.

There was a similar situation here in Maryland a few years ago -- during some...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-26-2021, 09:55 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,538
Posted By sajohnson
Neil, The Burkey counter top water purifier...

Neil,

The Burkey counter top water purifier system is very nice. In fact, I almost bought one just because I like the elegant simplicity of the design.

It's just not necessary where we live...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-26-2021, 04:45 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,538
Posted By sajohnson
Agreed. The original post said: "We live on...

Agreed. The original post said:

"We live on a well and don’t use chlorine to clean the fresh water tank for that reason. 1/2 gallon of white vinegar and then fill the fresh water tank then drain....
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-25-2021, 08:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,538
Posted By sajohnson
I have well water also. I'm curious what having...

I have well water also. I'm curious what having a well has to do with not using chlorine?

My wife and I use the minimum amount of bleach Winnebago recommends -- 1/2 cup per 30 gallons, fill the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-25-2021, 08:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 767
Posted By sajohnson
Redarc makes good equipment. It is rugged and...

Redarc makes good equipment. It is rugged and environmentally sealed. It's also relatively expensive, but worth the extra $ if mounting in an exposed location..

I was originally planning to...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-15-2021, 08:22 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,420
Posted By sajohnson
I'm glad to hear everyone came through OK! ...

I'm glad to hear everyone came through OK!

As the owner of a 2009 View 24J I'm curious as to how your rig ended up on its side.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-26-2021, 05:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,435
Posted By sajohnson
It sounds like many used V/Ns can be sold for...

It sounds like many used V/Ns can be sold for more than they cost -- especially if they were purchased used.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-25-2021, 09:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,435
Posted By sajohnson
The same thing was happening back in 2012, when...

The same thing was happening back in 2012, when we bought our View.

It was insane. Some people (maybe 10%) were asking well over MSRP (let alone the much lower typical new sale price). All I...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-28-2021, 07:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,292
Posted By sajohnson
You got a deadbolt key also, correct?

You got a deadbolt key also, correct?
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-11-2021, 03:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,292
Posted By sajohnson
This is probably one of those 'picture is worth...

This is probably one of those 'picture is worth 1,000 words' situations. I can take a photo and post it if you'd like.

Beyond that, I'm not sure how a deadbolt would work -- at least not on my...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-11-2021, 02:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,292
Posted By sajohnson
A note about securing the screen door: We...

A note about securing the screen door:

We travel with our dog and found the factory latch to be nowhere near strong enough. We installed a barrel bolt, like this:...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-11-2021, 01:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,292
Posted By sajohnson
I'll repeat that I'm going from memory, but my...

I'll repeat that I'm going from memory, but my understanding was/is that either master keys for the deadbolt are very difficult to get, or that they simply do not exist. It's a different situation....
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-11-2021, 12:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,292
Posted By sajohnson
It should. That appears to be exactly what I...

It should.

That appears to be exactly what I referred to in my post above (#9).

They seem to be selling the master key -- #2001 -- as a replacement for any key in that series (2001 - 2240). ...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-10-2021, 05:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,292
Posted By sajohnson
Master Keys

Just an FYI -- while I don't believe this is a serious problem, last I checked there were only about seven (7) master keys that are needed to unlock the storage compartments on almost all Winnebagos,...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 03-05-2021, 01:09 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,245
Posted By sajohnson
Good points. I'd say that: * Nothing is...

Good points.

I'd say that:

* Nothing is foolproof. A direct (or close) lightning strike will fry almost any surge protector. FWIW, some mfrs do offer free "insurance" that will supposedly pay...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 03-04-2021, 05:50 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,245
Posted By sajohnson
Smart! That's a very good option -- especially...

Smart! That's a very good option -- especially with a Bluetooth enabled unit that can be monitored on a smart phone.

One thing to consider is security. IDK about other RVs, but on our rig the...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-28-2021, 05:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,245
Posted By sajohnson
Hi Katy, Winterbagoal is correct --...

Hi Katy,

Winterbagoal is correct -- Progressive Industries is the way to go (at least as far as I know).

We have the same rig you do. I bought the 30A hardwired unit with a remote display --...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-28-2021, 05:43 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,507
Posted By sajohnson
A/C on a 15A circuit

FWIW -- we have found we ARE able to run our (typical) 13,500 BTU Coleman A/C unit on a 15 amp circuit.

We were using a #10 gauge, 100 foot extension cord.

I confirmed the breaker was 15A --...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-28-2021, 05:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,688
Posted By sajohnson
I agree with Katy2 (post#8). She bought the best...

I agree with Katy2 (post#8). She bought the best model year View ever made! ;)

Our 2009 has the "entertainment center", so I can't speak to the cab-over bed, but from what I've read I believe it...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-24-2021, 05:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 858
Posted By sajohnson
Inverter powering converter?

Something that's a possibility (however unlikely it may be) is that the inverter is powering converter when shore/generator power is not available.

If it was mistakenly wired that way, then it...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-22-2021, 09:09 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,408
Posted By sajohnson
As with any generator, you could use a transfer...

As with any generator, you could use a transfer switch -- both utility power and generator power are connected as inputs and the user selects one or the other as the output.

Of course the...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-20-2021, 07:51 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,408
Posted By sajohnson
The diesel generator has never been a very...

The diesel generator has never been a very popular option -- mostly because of its additional cost. Some people might think the LP and diesel gensets should cost about the same, because without...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-19-2021, 01:50 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,408
Posted By sajohnson
The person who contacted Battleborn (and posted...

The person who contacted Battleborn (and posted the email) owns an early model View. I am but the humble messenger.

I believe the View owner was asking about using *2* batteries, which makes the...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-17-2021, 05:17 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,408
Posted By sajohnson
I came across the email I mentioned in post #69,...

I came across the email I mentioned in post #69, above:

~

(Battleborn Batteries) (unaltered received email)

Aug 27, 2020, 10:44 PM MST

Thank you for contacting Battle Born.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-17-2021, 04:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,858
Posted By sajohnson
Excellent! Have you got them hooked up? All...

Excellent!

Have you got them hooked up? All OK?
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-17-2021, 02:44 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,408
Posted By sajohnson
That's important information that everyone should...

That's important information that everyone should have. I've never heard of LiFePO4 batteries with a "reserve power mode" that kicks in at 30% SoC. That's a significant drawback.

Does the mfr...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-17-2021, 02:17 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,408
Posted By sajohnson
Very helpful, thank you. I think that your...

Very helpful, thank you.

I think that your pump being at half the depth makes a big difference. Also, it cannot be using much power on a 120V/15A circuit. Ours is on a 240V/20A circuit. I can't...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-16-2021, 04:12 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,408
Posted By sajohnson
You're lucky that the QD3200 can run your well...

You're lucky that the QD3200 can run your well pump.

Years ago -- long before buying our View -- we got an inexpensive 5,000 watt (continuous) generator for power outages. It seemed to run fine...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-15-2021, 10:16 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,408
Posted By sajohnson
Good point about backup power in an outage. I...

Good point about backup power in an outage. I think this is the only post (other than my own) in which I've seen that mentioned.

As you mentioned, run time is much better with the diesel unit. ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-29-2021, 05:46 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,088
Posted By sajohnson
Email exchange with Chargex

Like almost all LiFePO4 battery mfrs/retailers, Chargex claims their batteries are, "Plug and play!" and "Drop-in replacements" for common lead-acid batteries.

While that may be true in some...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-29-2021, 04:54 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,088
Posted By sajohnson
It's just you -- you are far too skeptical! ...

It's just you -- you are far too skeptical! :rolleyes:

Actually, I look for those things as well.

There are several errors in addition to the ones you pointed out. Also, on the "About Us"...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-24-2021, 06:31 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,088
Posted By sajohnson
OP: Thanks for the link to the batteries. They...

OP: Thanks for the link to the batteries. They are impressive. Like others, I'm curious as to how the mfr is getting approx twice the amp-hours out of the same size case.

Regarding DC-DC...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 11-25-2020, 09:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,508
Posted By sajohnson
We have an older View, a 2009 VJ, so I'm not...

We have an older View, a 2009 VJ, so I'm not familiar with the stock inverter or it's location. I assume it's someplace handy.

What you might consider is using the coach batteries. It means...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 11-25-2020, 05:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,508
Posted By sajohnson
The "jump starting connection point" under the...

The "jump starting connection point" under the hood can be used -- just as if it were the pos(+) battery terminal. It is connected directly to the starting/chassis battery under the floor.

There...
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