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Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 01-07-2012, 12:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,361
Posted By kcaravelli
By the way, that little fridge from Costco which...

By the way, that little fridge from Costco which I mentioned earlier really did the trick. We pulled our lounge chair out and put that in its place and it worked great. $100 fix for the problem.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 01-07-2012, 12:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,361
Posted By kcaravelli
Well sort of yes... we purchased a 40' KZ...

Well sort of yes...

we purchased a 40' KZ Escalade which has a 4 door fridge with ice maker and water dispenser. I was told it costs about $4,500 to replace.

We got our Escalade from someone...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-10-2011, 12:36 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 9,866
Posted By kcaravelli
Suncruisers have to be on this short list. We...

Suncruisers have to be on this short list. We are full timers and ours is working out great for us. They don't change much year to year so just buy according to budget and you won't go wrong.
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 03-19-2011, 05:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,246
Posted By kcaravelli
Protecting our Pets...they are like family!

I was just thinking about the safety regarding objects hurling in an accident situation.

We have a Costco Electric Fridge that now sits nicely parked next to our entrance door on our Suncruiser. ...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-05-2011, 08:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,377
Posted By kcaravelli
We use three 40 pound tanks to rotate them in...

We use three 40 pound tanks to rotate them in winter. I don't suggest using your basement air below 40 degrees as you will freeze up your intake on the outside of the coach. We are full timers in...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-27-2011, 10:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,435
Posted By kcaravelli
Unhappy We have the Workhorse and it has been very...

We have the Workhorse and it has been very reliable. We get about 7 mpg.

Remember also when you negotiate that the coach you are looking at with 6k miles may look like it has good tires but if...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-27-2011, 08:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,435
Posted By kcaravelli
Hi, we are full-timers in our 2003 Suncruiser 33v...

Hi, we are full-timers in our 2003 Suncruiser 33v and we just love it. We too purchased our with low milage (5k). In fact our had been under cover as well and we have it parked under a 40 x 24 foot...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-11-2011, 05:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,367
Posted By kcaravelli
Propane not empty when furnace shuts off

We have a 33v Suncruiser.
We are full-timers and use external propane tanks when not on the road.
We have a 10 gal propane tanks we hook up to a 3 way valve on the coach. We shut the coach propane...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 12-22-2010, 06:10 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 71,823
Posted By kcaravelli
Perhaps a free standing room air inside coach

I am wondering since we have a nice sized extra refrigerator inside the coach of our Suncruiser next to the door where the reclining chair was....if it would't work to buy a nice size standing air...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 12-21-2010, 11:17 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 71,823
Posted By kcaravelli
That's an interesting question and another twist...

That's an interesting question and another twist to this story:
Many of us have extended 5 year warranties. How will those companies handle this.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 12-21-2010, 12:55 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 71,823
Posted By kcaravelli
I like that idea of putting one in now as...

I like that idea of putting one in now as backup...good thinking to get ahead of it! I think I will look into this since we are full timers.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-18-2010, 12:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,793
Posted By kcaravelli
Very nicely done! I am trying to figure out how...

Very nicely done!
I am trying to figure out how to do this and be able to take enough weight for large winter coats and levis and such. I will be using the back wall of our Suncruiser where the...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-23-2010, 08:44 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 19,381
Posted By kcaravelli
In a heatbeat! We love our Itasca 03'...

In a heatbeat!
We love our Itasca 03' Suncruiser!
I just had the coach completely gone through by our RV shop near here in Marysville, WA. Everything looks great they said, chassis, coach, all...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 08-22-2010, 01:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,361
Posted By kcaravelli
Great solution, thanks.

I really like that fridge ONLY solution with a seperate freezer. I know a lot of folks put small freezers down in their basements outside.

I am keeping your pictures/solution in mind for a time...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 08-21-2010, 11:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,361
Posted By kcaravelli
Smile Problem solved!

I went over to Costco today and picked up a great 4.6 CF fridge for $139 and set it down right on the floor. Works great and it's not in the way at all. Fantastic solution. I will take a couple...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 08-21-2010, 09:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,361
Posted By kcaravelli
No, I don't need "that" much more room. Besides,...

No, I don't need "that" much more room. Besides, the weight alone would nix that one, but thanks for the input. There may be a compromise. I saw some folks who had a small ice box installed next to...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 08-20-2010, 09:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,361
Posted By kcaravelli
Have you heard of upgrading to a larger fridge?

Has anyone upgraded or seen a thread anywhere that speaks to the issue of possibly upgrading a fridge to a larger unit. We have a 2003 Itasca 33V with a fridge with the slide-out pantry to the right...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-19-2010, 11:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,490
Posted By kcaravelli
I like your idea of a custom 6 gauge cord. I can...

I like your idea of a custom 6 gauge cord. I can afford the cord. I can't afford the damage to the coach. I also can't run the conduit under the ground in this case. If a custom cord will do then...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-18-2010, 10:01 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,747
Posted By kcaravelli
Why on earth would you buy anthing new when you...

Why on earth would you buy anthing new when you can get the bargains that are out there these day? I'm shocked! Well no, not really. I realize many people just like new stuff and also like the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-18-2010, 09:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,490
Posted By kcaravelli
Can I go over 100 feet with AC extention?

I am at about 100 feet with my AC extended from the house out into our field where the motorhome is. :confused:

We live full-time in the HM.:dance:

I have the stock cord coming from the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-17-2010, 12:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,542
Posted By kcaravelli
OK, I had one of my older deep cells tested and...

OK, I had one of my older deep cells tested and it is still good. It looks like I should be able fit all three 12 volt deep cells plus my engine battery on the tray. I can strap them down until I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-15-2010, 02:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,542
Posted By kcaravelli
After doing some further reading I am hearing...

After doing some further reading I am hearing that it maybe faster to run my engine so the alternator can charge my batteries and at a much faster rate or is there a limit as to how fast they will...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-15-2010, 02:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,542
Posted By kcaravelli
I have seen a lot of posts here about solar. I...

I have seen a lot of posts here about solar. I live in Washington State so full sun is a rarity :)

Will the solar panel work at all in partial shade like a campground? I think not.

Your...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-15-2010, 01:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,406
Posted By kcaravelli
This danger warning is sounding like a shot in...

This danger warning is sounding like a shot in the dark. I have a 2003 Suncruiser and the steps are bit springy but I am a big guy. Were there any recalls or warnings regarding the steps? And do you...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-13-2010, 06:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,542
Posted By kcaravelli
There must be some posts online about how long...

There must be some posts online about how long one needs to run the generator to recharge the batteries...just a rough estimate of course.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-13-2010, 06:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,542
Posted By kcaravelli
Thank for the suggestion. I will look into...

Thank for the suggestion. I will look into getting another two batteries for dry camping trips.

I do have a solar panel up top. It is single panel that is hard wired into the rig by the factory....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-13-2010, 01:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,542
Posted By kcaravelli
Should I bring extra batteries dry camping

Hello,

I have two very new house batteries on my Itasca Suncruiser 33'.

We are going dry camping in very shortly for about 7 day and I have to two old house batteries sitting here that have...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 04-13-2010, 11:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,733
Posted By kcaravelli
Ok, that was just too long a message. I'm going...

Ok, that was just too long a message. I'm going to give more thought to this thread and figure out where to start.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 04-13-2010, 11:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,733
Posted By kcaravelli
Mr. Transistor, that's excellent work. That's...

Mr. Transistor, that's excellent work. That's what I'm looking for here. How do we make these toys work really well and not fight the technology. Good explanation, not too long and not too detailed...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 04-08-2010, 05:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,914
Posted By kcaravelli
Days....very nicely done. How big is that...

Days....very nicely done. How big is that monitor and can you tell me basically how you did it? I am probably going with a bigger monitor...I'm thinking 32" but I would be interested in which swing...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 04-08-2010, 05:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,914
Posted By kcaravelli
Good instructions, thanks Lori.

Good instructions, thanks Lori.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 04-06-2010, 09:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,733
Posted By kcaravelli
"Keith, I dropped kicked the VCR out of my 03...

"Keith, I dropped kicked the VCR out of my 03 Adventurer in favor of a Magnavox digital converter box. I use the VCR input on the A/V switch to select the converter. Works great plus I can take it...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 04-05-2010, 09:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,733
Posted By kcaravelli
HTPC Revisited

So, I have just built a new little rocket ship of a PC for my coach. I have put a lot of time into the researching and reviewing the ins and outs of making this thing an HTPC which will be a central...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 04-05-2010, 09:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,914
Posted By kcaravelli
Sounds interesting but I have no idea where the...

Sounds interesting but I have no idea where the pictures you speak of are located.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 04-04-2010, 02:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,914
Posted By kcaravelli
Sorry, I should have taken the name out of the...

Sorry, I should have taken the name out of the picture. It is always so suspicious and people think you are pushing products. Not so here, just looking for solutions.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 04-04-2010, 02:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,914
Posted By kcaravelli
Fantastic TV Solution

I am seriously considering moving the TV from between the captains chairs to down in front of the couch up against the window on our Suncruiser.
...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-02-2010, 12:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,066
Posted By kcaravelli
I only put the jacks down far enough to level it...

I only put the jacks down far enough to level it which doesn't take much where I am. I am on gravel but it is very solid ground. Based on the posts above, I will start raising them more. I have...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-01-2010, 05:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,066
Posted By kcaravelli
Increasing Stability w/ added levelers

I am wondering if anyone has added manual levelers to the frame in addition to the auto levelers. We have an 03 Suncruiser and we are big people. I weight 260. We are full timers and the coach...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-31-2010, 05:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,592
Posted By kcaravelli
Both links look good. The second one to Mother...

Both links look good. The second one to Mother Earth gives me a great idea. My landlord does in fact have a huge yard with lots of foliage and trees to water. She does a lot of summer time watering....
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-31-2010, 05:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,592
Posted By kcaravelli
Thanks, this is getting interesting and motivates...

Thanks, this is getting interesting and motivates me further to just pay the piper up front for the Brac system so we avoid those penalties. Gets complicated in a hurry. Also, the time to research...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-31-2010, 04:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,592
Posted By kcaravelli
Wow, thanks. I will look into that. If there is...

Wow, thanks. I will look into that. If there is a sensible solution to this issue then a lot more people would be able to full-time it without having to worry about this or get stuck in a park.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-31-2010, 04:56 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,592
Posted By kcaravelli
Thanks for that tip. I will do some research on...

Thanks for that tip. I will do some research on that concept and see what comes up. I suspect I may end up with the portable system by Brac mentioned above. I would like to know the water is good...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-30-2010, 06:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,592
Posted By kcaravelli
Well, the simple truth is that I have found...

Well, the simple truth is that I have found myself overthinking the solution. Digging a hole in the ground and creating a Drywell for grey water is simple and may in fact be within code in most...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-29-2010, 08:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,592
Posted By kcaravelli
OK, the next time you dump down your garage sink...

OK, the next time you dump down your garage sink from cleaning your tools or dump 409 down your bathroom sink or that hazardous waste you clean your bathroom tubs with let me know where it goes......
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-29-2010, 08:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,592
Posted By kcaravelli
Okay, I found my answer: ...

Okay, I found my answer:

https://www.bracsystems.com/products.php?id=15&action=view_prod (https://www.bracsystems.com/products.php?id=15&action=view_prod)
This company makes an above ground grey...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-29-2010, 08:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,592
Posted By kcaravelli
Blackwater is hauled off every two weeks by a...

Blackwater is hauled off every two weeks by a local porta pottie type company. Works great. Cost about $60/mnth.

On the question of septic, apparently I may not need to install a leach field as...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-28-2010, 12:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,592
Posted By kcaravelli
Grey Water Filtration System

Hello, I am looking into what options I have as a full timer to deal with the grey water from our coach. It is just typical greay water so I don't think just running a hose off the side of a hill...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-09-2010, 10:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,366
Posted By kcaravelli
Just for the record, the coffee pot was the...

Just for the record, the coffee pot was the original put in the coach as far as I can tell from documentation.

It was still on when we got home from work. Still quite hot on the bottom. I will...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-09-2010, 11:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,366
Posted By kcaravelli
Thanks for the quick replies. I am almost sure it...

Thanks for the quick replies. I am almost sure it is the orgininal Black & Decker mounted under the cabinet. I think I will let is shut off. It sounds like they are designed to do that and it makes...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-09-2010, 10:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,366
Posted By kcaravelli
Red face Coffee Pot Left on Suncruiser 33U

Hi, we have a Suncruiser 03' 33U and are full-timers.

We went off to work today and left the coffee pot on, the built in one over the kitchen table.

Does anyone know if that thing will shut...
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