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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-15-2014, 02:27 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,593
Posted By RustyJC
Does it have a single-stage (i.e., a "dumb")...

Does it have a single-stage (i.e., a "dumb") converter? That could be one reason. Another could be the fridge fire fiascos. Probably a CYA policy to minimize warranty and product liability...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-03-2014, 01:57 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,167
Posted By RustyJC
Not to be a wiseacre, but I hope for your sake...

Not to be a wiseacre, but I hope for your sake you never plug into a 30 amp receptacle that's wired for 240 VAC. :eek:

Rusty
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-02-2013, 11:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,240
Posted By RustyJC
Fill the tank and add StaBil ethanol fuel...

Fill the tank and add StaBil ethanol fuel stabilizer (if your gasoline is oxygenated). This prevents phase separation between the gasoline and ethanol. Run the engine and generator to ensure that...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-20-2013, 10:42 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,387
Posted By RustyJC
Cummins turbochargers are manufactured by Holset,...

Cummins turbochargers are manufactured by Holset, a subsidiary of Cummins. Their VGTs do not use movable vanes; instead, they use a sliding nozzle ring to vary the area of the exhaust turbine...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-02-2013, 02:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,441
Posted By RustyJC
That boiling point of a 50/50 ethylene...

That boiling point of a 50/50 ethylene glycol/water mixture is at atmospheric pressure. In a cooling system with a 15 psig radiator cap, the boiling point is elevated to 265 degrees F.

Rusty
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-26-2013, 01:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,209
Posted By RustyJC
A properly wired RV 50 amp 120/240VAC service...

A properly wired RV 50 amp 120/240VAC service will show 120 VAC between either L1 or L2 and N, and will show 240 VAC between L1 and L2. Unfortunately, there are 50 amp campground pedestal...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 03-24-2013, 11:28 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,298
Posted By RustyJC
Are you sure #2 isn't a ground? The towed...

Are you sure #2 isn't a ground? The towed vehicle should always be grounded back to the towing vehicle through the connector; otherwise, it has to depend on grounding through the hitch arrangement,...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-16-2013, 12:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,608
Posted By RustyJC
Not that I'm advocating 3,000 mile oil change...

Not that I'm advocating 3,000 mile oil change intervals for everyone, but one should be aware that many recent diesel engines that use large amounts of exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) along with NOx...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-07-2012, 08:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,364
Posted By RustyJC
+1 :thumb: We keep our RV in covered...

+1 :thumb:

We keep our RV in covered storage with 30 amp service. I'll run a ceramic heater in the interior until the temps drop into the low 20s overnight - at that point, I'll drain the WH...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 07-16-2012, 06:34 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,544
Posted By RustyJC
Tire Rack's take on tire age - HERE...

Tire Rack's take on tire age - HERE (https://www.tirerack.com/tires/tiretech/techpage.jsp?techid=138&index.jsp=&s_kwcid=TC|21263|_cat:tirerack.com||S|b|6698650813&).

Rusty
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 07-15-2012, 08:45 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,544
Posted By RustyJC
They're not Michelin tires Last time I...

They're not Michelin tires
Last time I checked, 14 is greater than 10
So much for this dealer's justification for not changing out the tires.

IF I continued to do business with this dealer...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 06-09-2012, 07:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,295
Posted By RustyJC
If it rotates, it needs to be balanced. ...

If it rotates, it needs to be balanced.

Rusty
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-16-2012, 08:09 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,705
Posted By RustyJC
It's quite an experience if you ever have to do...

It's quite an experience if you ever have to do it - been there, done that, got the t-shirt to prove it. :eek: We broke a gear on a slideout drive while preparing to depart for home on New Year's Eve...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-05-2012, 09:23 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 14,994
Posted By RustyJC
The standard 50A female to 30A male dogbone...

The standard 50A female to 30A male dogbone adapter jumpers the L1 and L2 legs of the 50 A side together and feeds them both with L1 from the 30 amp pedestal receptacle. Therefore, IF the 50 A female...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-10-2011, 02:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,998
Posted By RustyJC
If this is happening on a cold start, it sounds...

If this is happening on a cold start, it sounds like the engine's intake grid heaters (Cummins) cycling.

Rusty
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-13-2011, 08:53 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,317
Posted By RustyJC
This is another reason my mother taught me to...

This is another reason my mother taught me to never say NEVER. Inertial chassis dynos measure horsepower and calculate torque. These dynos place the drive wheels of a vehicle on a set of heavy...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-10-2011, 06:38 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,858
Posted By RustyJC
Naturally aspirated gasoline (or, for that...

Naturally aspirated gasoline (or, for that matter, any) engines lose 3-4% (depending on manufacturer derate) of their rated power for every 1000 ft increase in altitude due to decreasing air density....
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-07-2011, 02:15 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,858
Posted By RustyJC
Yep, that's greater than 7,000 ft, as I said. It...

Yep, that's greater than 7,000 ft, as I said. It all depends on how much margin the turbo(s) have and how fast the OEM wants to spin them.

Rusty
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-07-2011, 01:16 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,858
Posted By RustyJC
If you find the DP you like and the powertrain is...

If you find the DP you like and the powertrain is in sound condition, whether the engine is a Caterpillar or a Cummins would not be a "deal-buster" for me either way.

Overheating is not a normal...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-03-2011, 08:06 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,090
Posted By RustyJC
Perhaps "legal warranty" does under Canadian law,...

Perhaps "legal warranty" does under Canadian law, but I seriously doubt that it does in Texas - the point of sale. Good luck in resolving the problem at any rate.

Rusty
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-26-2011, 04:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,058
Posted By RustyJC
Most manufacturers warn against using the exhaust...

Most manufacturers warn against using the exhaust brake on slick pavement (e.g., ice, snow or even rain if the pavement is oily); thus, the switch to disable it.

Rusty
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-18-2010, 08:29 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 14,994
Posted By RustyJC
A split-phase 120/240VAC 50 amp power supply as...

A split-phase 120/240VAC 50 amp power supply as used on a 50 amp RV has TWO 120 VAC 50 amp hot legs for a total theoretical ampacity of 100 amps. Look in the shore power box - you'll find 2 each 50...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-18-2010, 08:07 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 14,994
Posted By RustyJC
But the 50 amp breaker in the shore power...

But the 50 amp breaker in the shore power pedestal will.

Rusty
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-01-2010, 07:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,851
Posted By RustyJC
In Ohio, they weren't required back in the '90s...

In Ohio, they weren't required back in the '90s when we lived there and had a 1996 Dodge 3500 dually. When we moved back to Texas in 1997, the vehicle wouldn't pass a state safety inspection until...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-17-2010, 12:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,428
Posted By RustyJC
If the frame isn't damaged beyond repair, check...

If the frame isn't damaged beyond repair, check with a local glass shop like Binswanger Glass (https://www.binswangerglass.com/index.asp).

Rusty
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-14-2010, 06:35 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,441
Posted By RustyJC
Yep, if one is putting it in from scratch, I'd...

Yep, if one is putting it in from scratch, I'd ask, "Why NOT run 50A service??" :thumb:

Rusty
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-15-2010, 10:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,247
Posted By RustyJC
You can do this on a standard truck scale...

You can do this on a standard truck scale (available at most truck stops) that has room on either side to pull onto the concrete and off the scale. To weigh the driver's side, keep the passenger side...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-11-2010, 07:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,064
Posted By RustyJC
First, seeing that this is your first post,...

First, seeing that this is your first post, welcome to the forum! :greetings10: We're glad to have you join us.

Your problem is likely the same as has been discussed on this thread - you have a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-10-2010, 10:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,702
Posted By RustyJC
Did L1 to L2 read 240VAC (correct) or 0VAC...

Did L1 to L2 read 240VAC (correct) or 0VAC (wrong)?

Rusty
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 03-31-2010, 06:54 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,544
Posted By RustyJC
I guess I would be very surprised if that were...

I guess I would be very surprised if that were the case since these are two independent companies. Bridgestone (a Japanese company) purchased Firestone and is a major supplier of truck tires. ...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-20-2010, 04:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,320
Posted By RustyJC
We bought our first dually pickup in Ohio - it...

We bought our first dually pickup in Ohio - it didn't come with flaps behind the rear wheels, and it was legal. When we moved to Texas, however, we couldn't pass the Texas safety inspection until we...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-18-2010, 03:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,998
Posted By RustyJC
The photos are beautiful as are the trees. I live...

The photos are beautiful as are the trees. I live in the gulf coast area of Texas and have never seen Joshua Trees and really have never heard of them. It sort of looks like desert country - can you...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-12-2010, 01:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,998
Posted By RustyJC
If it was blowing black smoke climbing the grade,...

If it was blowing black smoke climbing the grade, you're short on air. This could be a clogged air filter, a boost leak, etc.

If it wasn't blowing black smoke, you're short on fuel. This could...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-04-2010, 02:41 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,669
Posted By RustyJC
Not to be overly pessimistic, but if the...

Not to be overly pessimistic, but if the following from the article is accurate, the handwriting is on the wall. Their cash reserves are pocket change, and their backlog is far below their breakeven...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-10-2009, 08:50 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,327
Posted By RustyJC
I think they buried that here: ...

I think they buried that here:




Have Earlene see Sandy - let them settle it up. :whistling: :dance:

Rusty
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-09-2009, 10:15 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,327
Posted By RustyJC
Wayne, I'm not questioning what you said....

Wayne,

I'm not questioning what you said. Rather, I can't find an RV exemption in governing Section 521, which contradicts the DPS employee's assumption that RVs were somehow exempt from upgraded...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-09-2009, 08:15 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,327
Posted By RustyJC
As far as Texas is concerned, at the end of the...

As far as Texas is concerned, at the end of the day what matters in a court of law is the applicable statute(s) from the Texas Transportation Code. Classification of non-commercial driver's licenses...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-14-2009, 07:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,462
Posted By RustyJC
Yeah, but where do I store my Tiki torches and...

Yeah, but where do I store my Tiki torches and pink flamingos?? :banghead: :rofl:

Rusty
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-13-2009, 07:16 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,577
Posted By RustyJC
Wayne, While you're laid up and have time...

Wayne,

While you're laid up and have time to ponder, how about a high-amperage manual switch in the jumper, or a relay that would break the jumper circuit when no AC was present or when the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-10-2009, 06:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,673
Posted By RustyJC
This is a duplicate thread. Please direct...

This is a duplicate thread. Please direct responses to the active thread HERE (https://www.irv2.com/forums/f54/portable-power-meter-suggestions-58484.html#post554164).

Rusty
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-09-2009, 02:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,673
Posted By RustyJC
Since this is a duplicate thread, let's keep all...

Since this is a duplicate thread, let's keep all the discussion in one thread HERE (https://www.irv2.com/forums/f65/is-my-rv-running-to-hot-57192.html#post543442) and I'll close this duplicate.
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-24-2009, 03:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,926
Posted By RustyJC
If it's improperly wired with the hot legs in...

If it's improperly wired with the hot legs in phase, you'll read 0VAC from L1 to L2.

Rusty
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-22-2009, 07:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,687
Posted By RustyJC
Duplicate thread (not allowed under iRV2...

Duplicate thread (not allowed under iRV2 Community Rules). This is being discussed HERE (https://www.irv2.com/forums/f54/genset-no-start-56419.html#post537130) - please direct replies to this other...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-27-2009, 07:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,182
Posted By RustyJC
That's good that they provided that adjustment...

That's good that they provided that adjustment capability.

Rusty
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-27-2009, 07:14 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,182
Posted By RustyJC
Just looking at the axle placement on that dolly,...

Just looking at the axle placement on that dolly, I wonder what the hitch weight is when carrying a bike. :confused:

Rusty
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-14-2008, 04:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,504
Posted By RustyJC
On all of our previous as well as our present RV,...

On all of our previous as well as our present RV, the manufacturer-recommended procedure has always been to level the rig prior to extending the slideouts, then to retract the slideouts prior to...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-26-2008, 07:39 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 12,240
Posted By RustyJC
Here you go - HOLSET'S WEBSITE...

Here you go - HOLSET'S WEBSITE (https://www.holset.co.uk/files/).

Rusty
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-26-2008, 06:15 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 12,240
Posted By RustyJC
You are aware, I suspect, that Holset, the...

You are aware, I suspect, that Holset, the manufacturer of the turbochargers, is a subsidiary of Cummins.... https://irv2.infopop.cc/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_eek.gif

Rusty
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-21-2008, 05:04 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,983
Posted By RustyJC
Here's the State of Washington's...

Here's the State of Washington's (https://www.lni.wa.gov/tradeslicensing/electrical/files/currents/elc0706.pdf) take on the subject - see page 2 of 4:
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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-21-2008, 03:45 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,983
Posted By RustyJC
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Please lets not endorse unsafe or illegal...
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