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  1. bajaphile

    Foldable solar panel

    I've run Renogy stuff since about 2016 with great results. My primary solar setup currently is the monocrystalline 200W foldable "kit" from Renogy. It includes a PWM charge controller which is fine for my needs. I've set it up so I plug into an Anderson powerpole connector on my truck. I have...
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    custom springs questions

    With a Tacoma, I would most definitely get some custom springs to handle the extra weight. You don't have to go full extra HD or anything, but should get some with more spring rate to offset the weight. Airbags are a nice to have, and recommended. However, relying on only airbags is probably...
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    My New Weather Gadget

    I've had my SensorPush for several years now, I use it to monitor my fridge temps when running on propane. Still works great. The only issue I have found is the replacement batteries are difficult to find and do not hold the charge as the original one did. I think the original one lasted 6-12...
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    Harsh winter Grandby build

    Sorry if I missed it, but what type of furnace is that?
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    **SOLD** 2001 Ford E350 7.3 Diesel 4x4 UJoint Van

    Would love to see pics!
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    Ford F250 Death Wobble

    Yep, I was going to say you may want to add a few degrees of caster to the front axle. I would be shocked if the ball joints, tie rod ends or anything else in the steering would be worn out that quickly. is there any lift on the truck?
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    Another Sail Switch post

    Can you reach it with a bent coat hanger or something? If you can wiggle it around a bit first, then try to turn on the furnace, it might be enough for it to kick on. Also you can try parking on an incline so it can open up easier. Make sure you're fully charged up or even have the truck running...
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    Norcold 3-Way Fridge Running too cold on propane?

    Wow, that is great info... Maybe I need to purchase this by-pass screw they mention in that article, I am assuming it allows you to lower the flame even further than the stock configuration...? Thank you very much.
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    Norcold 3-Way Fridge Running too cold on propane?

    Hey All, I've done quite a bit of searching around and can't seem to find any information with regards to 3-way fridges running too cold on propane. I don't use the fridge on 12V for obvious reasons and rarely am around to power it up on 120V so I'm not sure if those modes also do the same...
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    Anyone heading to Baja?

    Heading down this weekend for a few weeks, going to "almost Cabo". Main highways are up and running post Hurricane Kay.... Still a lot of unmarked and some marked detours and washouts from what I've heard. I'm hoping some of the dirt roads that go out to some more scenic/less crowded areas are...
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    Replacement copper tubing for propane lines

    After reading for a few days, I don't believe compression fittings are a good option for gas lines, especially in a camper. Also they are not double flare ends, just a single flare. Done a million of these for brake line replacements.
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    Looking to replace/ upgrade batteries

    What is the amp hours of the current AGM batteries? Are they 12V in parallel? (Id assume 200-250 amp-hours total?). Do you have any solar? Having the fridge running all the time without any solar or hookup while you're parked at home is probably unrealistic. If you're parked in the driveway...
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    Airbags and a Nissan Frontier Pro4X

    I've had really good luck with eTrailer.com for buying parts. Really good customer service and fast shipping. Plus they are about $100 cheaper than the Realtruck price. https://www.etrailer.com/susp-2018_Nissan_Frontier.htm?fUrl=-pm-Firestone Furthermore, this is a 100% bolt on kit. I've...
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    Jerry Cans - The secret Weapon

    Jumping on this thread a little late, but... After my 30 years of trying jerry cans of all shapes and sizes, I eventually bought 2 20L Waivan cans in 2019 and it was a total game changer. First time I've never smelled or spilt gasoline on a trip ever after getting them. I had purchased them...
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    Replacement copper tubing for propane lines

    Thank you all. I will try going to HD and feel the copper in my hands, hopefully get something that is flexible with a good wall thickness to withstand vibrations. I still need to pull out the cabinetry and will test the suspicious location with soap and water and the sniffer to make sure.
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    Replacement copper tubing for propane lines

    Hello, I used a borescope and found the propane line that goes back to my water heater has what looks like a corrosion spot. I can't get my sniffer back there easily but I only can smell propane after the water heater is operating and then shut off, so I am assuming it is that line. Is there...
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    Blue seas ACR and ground

    You should have some inline circuit breakers (or fuses) going to the ACR at each battery. I use circuit breakers for this reason as you can just press the disconnect button. I would imagine that pulling the ground on the ACR would be enough, but don't have first hand experience doing so...
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    Checking Iota charging with shore power

    I just plugged into shore power for the first time last month. My Iota (from 2003) immediately kicked on a cooling fan and my volt meter rose to about 13.5V.
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    Norcold Fridge Removal Question

    Which IceCo fridge did you go with? Post pics when you're finished.
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    An electrical Question

    My only comment would be to ensure there is a similar breaker (I just use regular reset-able circuit breakers) at the Aux battery side if there isn't one already. You want the breaker as close to the battery as possible on both the truck battery and camper battery.
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    Tacoma wind struggles?

    My friend has a 2017 Tacoma with a Prinsu and it added a considerable amount of wind noise which I was surprised to hear given the shape. I'd imagine it also creates drag. I'd look into a wind fairing for your setup as mentioned before. And what it is worth, I have regeared my 97 Land Cruiser...
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    2000 FWC Hawk build

    I tried contacting FWC several times without reply about the latches (left voicemails) and ended up buying them through McMaster which appeared to be an exact replacement. Looks to be the same as the eBay ones linked above. I replaced the #8 screws with #10 screws as mine were rusted as well...
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    Solvent for Polybutyl tape residue ?

    I just did both roof vents and rear window. I tried WD40, Goo-Gone, Acetone, Goof Off, a wire wheel on a drill, mineral spirits, and probably some other things. What worked the best (for me) was the spray on Goo-Gone Gel and a plastic scraper. Let the Goo-Gone sit for 10-30 mins and start...
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    Wire From Truck Upgrade

    Answer for me is NO. I tried using 10 AWG on my 2001 F350 Crew Cab, which turned into about a 25 ft wire run from the truck battery. The ACR would click on and off every time my electric fridge would turn on. I at first the ACR was faulty or something, even though I had installed it on several...
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    4x4 Toyota Chinook -- 1 Of A Kind!---

    I remember this one from the previous BaT ad... Find it interesting that it has already been sold 2x since then and supposedly driven only 1,000 miles in 2 years...? Is there proof that it has 45k original miles? Yup, I've had my share of 20R's, 22R's, 22re's... easy to work on, great motors...
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