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  1. NI

    Safely Installing a 2000W Inverter in a 50A Fifth Wheel: Best Practices & Pitfalls

    I am looking to go the cheapest and easiest route that I can do safely. I want to install a 2000 watt inverter in my 2018 Jayco Eagle HT 27.5 RKDS 5th wheel. The trailer is new to me and runs on 50A. I installed a 300 AH Lithium battery. I got the jumper from Progressive Dynamics that allows me...
  2. NI

    Safely Installing a 2000W Inverter with ATS in a 50A Jayco Eagle

    I am looking to go the cheapest and easiest route that I can do safely. I want to install a 2000 watt inverter in my 2018 Eagle HT 27.5 RKDS. The trailer is new to me and runs on 50A. I installed a 300 AH Lithium battery. I got the jumper from Progressive Dynamics that allows me to charge the...
  3. Tray_C

    Safely Installing an 8k Vevor Diesel Heater in a 2000 CC Allure

    We have a 2000 CC Allure, 36 ft, full timing in Eastern PA. We'd like to use less propane, so have purchased a 8k Vevor diesel heater we'll run off of a 12V with a trickle charger. We plan to set up outside and vent the heat in thru window with a wooden cutout. I would LOVE to set this thing up...
  4. Herewego247

    Installing a 12V Disconnect Switch for Furrion Arctic Refrigerator

    Hello all Just a question, Has anyone installed a 12 volt dissconect switch for the furrion arctic 12 volt refrigerator so every time you turn on n the power you dont need to open the door and Hold down the Power button to turn off, ? Thanks ....and also the Fuse relocation thats in the back of...
  5. Thrak

    Installing Houghton AC: Relay Mod, Thermostat Wiring, and Furnace Control

    Looked for this info but didn't find it. Probably here somewhere but... Ordering replacement AC and have two install questions. 1. I've seen references to installing a relay on the Houghton units to keep them from running the fan when the compressor is off. Can someone please link to the...
  6. TW

    Best Methods for Installing L-Track on Roof Frame Without Bed Platform Interference

    I've been noodling over options to add L-track to the under side of the metal roof frame. Had previously added a couple eyelets by drilling a hole through and using an elevator bolt (mostly flat head). While that worked, the bump on the top side was noticeable when sliding the bed platform. To...
  7. PH

    Installing a Brake Controller on 2024 Adventurer: Plug-and-Play or Splicing?

    We just purchased a 2024 leftover adventurer and to my surprise, after the dealer sold and installed a tow dolly, there seems to be no electric brake controller, even though the unit has the tow package. Contacting the dealer they will install one for $660 plus tax. After doing a little...
  8. RA

    Gray Water After Installing New Camco Filter—Is This Normal?

    Hello, I hooked up a new camco filter to the park water hookup 10 days ago. I did run water thru it for a few minutes before connecting to the rv. Today when flushing the back toilet the water was a grayish color. Then reflushed and now seems fine. Could the filter be bad or possibly another...
  9. GH

    Installing Electric Dump Valves on Sprinter 333FKS: Feasibility and Tips

    Can anyone tell me how hard it would be to install electric dump valves on my 2022 Sprinter 333FKS? Also would I need 2 or 3 valves. My unit has 3 tanks, 1 black and 2 grey tanks with 2 separate hookups. It's very hard to open the valves on my unit because the main black and grey tanks are...
  10. RB

    Installing August Bluetooth Deadbolt on Newmar Emergency Exit Door

    Has anyone installed an August bluetooth deadbolt in their bathroom emergency exit door? Mine is a 2018 DS 4018. I read on a post somewhere that this is possible? I had front door handle fail to open door for second time this week. Its not a key issue. Both keys work but handle is slipping...
  11. PO

    Installing a Trailer Hitch on a 23' International FTB: Feasibility and Options

    I'm thinking of installing a standard trailer hitch on the back of my 23' International FTB, if possible. This would be the same hitch that you would use to install a trailer hitch ball like in the back of my truck. It would be useful for my bike rack, or if I want to install my small storage...
  12. doncanfix2

    Installing MORryde Safe-T-Rail on Class A Motorhomes: Fit, Alternatives, and Wall Support

    Wondering who has installed this on their Class A, and specifically on a Bay Star? I'm aware of three models from MORryde, two (SP56-573 & SP56-469) look to be for travel trailers or 5th wheels, and one (SP56-632) is the latest version meant for motorhomes. With three steps up to the entry...
  13. LI

    Installing Heated Floors in Older RVs: Power Sources, Switch Placement, and Results

    Have a 2005 HR imperial. Want to replace the bed room carpet with tile. Has any one added heated floors to a coach that didn't have it? Where did you pull power from? How was the results? Where did you put the swtiches? Did you tie it into the inverter?
  14. BI

    Best Methods for Installing Handicap Lift in 2011 Fun Finder Xtra X275

    Hello, we recently purchased a 2011 Fun Finder Xtra X275. We have a handicapped son that is in a wheelchair. We discovered over the last couple years that he enjoys coming along camping with us. I would like to mount a boom arm to the side wall in the garage to use with a winch as a patient lift...
  15. Olivarria11

    Installing Pioneer 9000 BTU Underbench A/C and Custom Battery Storage in E350 Sportsmobile

    I am starting my Pioneer 9000 BTU Underbench A/C install on my 2010 E350 Sportsmobile. Has anyone ever installed or used one of these? Trying to route hoses as it used to have an a/c from Sportsmobile but past owner ripped it out... Any pictures out there of A/C routing of vents from the rear...
  16. NW

    Best Locations for Installing Victron MPPT After Replacing Zamp Controller

    For anyone who has swapped the Zamp over bed controller with a MPPT, where did you mount it? In the cabinet, same basic location? I was thinking about putting a disconnect switch there and putting the MPPT in the underbelly where the access panel is and all the other power and ground wires are...
  17. STOW

    Installing a Simple Waterproof Awning Switch Outside the RV

    Has anyone install a waterproof switch on the outside of their RV for their awning but not one of those expensive ones that light up and I think might have wind sensors. I just want to close or open my awning while standing out side and watching it. My door tends to open too much and can jam the...
  18. Sandyedens

    Mounting Crossfire on Rear Duals With Wheel Covers

    Here I go again. I just found out about Crossfire and I have purchased the 80 psi unit for my LT tires. I looked at my coach (should have looked before I bought) but the rears have the "fake" wheel cover, I believe made of stainless. Currently my valve extenders are mounted on that but of...
  19. RussM311

    Buying Class A Motorhome Tires From Walmart

    Searching internet for a new set of tires for my Class A motorhome and found that Walmart has them available for overnight delivery. My question is, do they install rv tires? And does anyone have experience buying rv tires from Walmart?
  20. Kris Cleveland

    Adding a Positive Bus Bar to 2008 Melbourne 29C House Batteries

    Has anyone added +Battery Bus Bar for their House Batteries? It’s tight in this area with 2 batteries (currently removed in picture) and I want to add a BusBar for the positive cables. This would allow having only one positive cable going from BusBar to Battery.
  21. LA

    Adding underbelly LED accent lights to a Seneca

    Has anyone added LED lights to their coach? If anyone has added them to a Seneca I would be keenly interested in how you did it, what lights you used and where you sourced the power. I’m looking to add these to the under belly of my Seneca, with a program or selectable type lights, maybe even...
  22. SMR

    I installed a urinal

    The neighbor doesn't like it......
  23. BR

    Installing Auto-Leveling Jacks on a Class C

    I'm fairly new to this site. A couple of months. Still trying to get my Motorhome ready for a year-long tour of the North American Continent. One thing I'm looking at is the auto-leveling systems: Lippeter and Big Foot. What I want to know is how they are installed beneath the home. I can find...
  24. NE

    Installing a Starlink Mini in a Fiberglass Trailer

    I got my wife a star link mini for Christmas. my hope is she will be able to remote work from trailer a little so we can extend a trip longer. what have other done to install this? looking things over I can either install this with included 120AC to 30DC adaptor and power from inverter or...
  25. MI

    Installing Airstream Bambi Shade Pulls

    I plastic shade pulls broke within the first year. I bought the oem part at $7.95 each. Note—do NOT try to snap them in over the rail. They will break. After wresting the end cap off the bottom rail of the shade, I still cannot fit the tr piece over the rail. Any one have any ideas how to...

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