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SOLD!!!! 2005 Grandby. Here's the particulars. *Forced air heater *Hot water Heater *External Shower *Dometic Coolmatic/Danfoss Compressor 12v/110 fridge *2 180 watt Kyrocera 12volt panels mounted up top *Brand new 100ah AGM Battery *Morningstar sunsaver duo(can charge house battery as well...

Basicly the only things that will use power in the camper is the fridge, water pump and a light in the evening. I'll be putting the battery to the test this weekend. I'm waiting for a charge controller in the mail. I'll get the battery fully charged and let the fridge run all night. In the AM...

Cool! I'll call first thing in the AM. Thanks, Darren

Not so funny story here. I ordered a set of the 40# suspas off Amazon a few days ago. I got home today and a round tube-like package was on my doorstep. Cool! My shocks are here!!! NOT! Somewhere down the line, one end of the tube had been damaged and came open. There is a mystery set of shocks...

I understand the basic discharge/cycle life of batteries theory. The basic rule of thumb that I was taught was to have more panel and less battery.So with your panels you're able to get both batteries fully charged during the day while the fridge is drawing from the batt as well? Also, on the...

I'll be the one glowing in the campground. I got a group 31 105ah AGM. I'll start with one and see how it holds up with the fridge. I have to do a little disassembling to get the thing into its rightful cubby though. Thanks for everybodys input. Darren

I just spent the weekend upgrading my solar set up. I installed two 140 watt panels. I'm torn as to what route I should take in regards to batteries. Price and longevity wise, I'd just assume go with two 6volt wet cell golf cart batts. and wire them in series .( I'm powering a Waco/Dometic 12v...

Cool. That's what I was looking for. The only bummer to that particular one is that it only has 10 inch leads. I spoke with FWC this AM and they have them in stock for $5 bucks or so. In a perfect world, I's like to get one that is 10ga and has a good 20' leads. The less wire spliced together...

I'm looking to replace my solar plug/receptacle that's located on the roof of my camper. It's pretty tired. Corroded etc. I've looked on the internet but have come up empty. Anybody have a source for one of those things. If it comes down to it I will call Terry at FWC. Thanks, Darren

I haven't yet opened the fuse box to check out the wiring, but I find it interesting a 2002 Hawk would work and my 2002 Grandby wouldn't. Mine also works fine when plugged into a regular outlet. Darren - What year is your camper? I know very little about electric except that you can get...

Every time I plug my Grandby into a GFI protected circuit, the breaker on the GFI outlet pops. Anyone else have this problem? Any idea how to resolve it? Thanks. Ours does the same thing with a GFI. Seems to work fine when plugged into a regular outlet. Darren

Yes, they are. The fridge was a "press" fit in my Hawk. Here's my install: http://www.wanderthewest.com/forum/index.php?/topic/5437/ Press fit is right! Thanks for the confirmation. Darren

Just a quick question for those that have installed the Dometic/Waeco 12v fridge. My model is the big one that just barely squeezes into the pre-existing opening. The trim kit that came with it can't be used as it's too big. So, I'm assuming that the four plugs that are inside the fridge a...

Hola, Thanks you everyone for your input. Sounds like I'm sold on the 12v route. Like I said in my first post, I'm all set up in the solar dept. and based on what others have, I'm good to go. I also carry a Honda eu2000 generator as well. 100% of my camping is done in Baja. Sun is definitely...

Definately get a new dc fridge. It's cheaper than the kit. I replaced my 3-way with a 12 dc fridge and couldn't be happier. Here's the link to my install: http://www.wanderthewest.com/forum/index.php?/topic/5437/ Thanks for the past thread. It was very helpful. I like the fact that it...

Hola, I have an '05 Granby with a Norcold three way. Back in June I plugged it in to 110 to get it jump started for an upcoming camping trip. About 30 minutes into it, I hear a "Pop". I open up the rear exterior panel and find ammonia spewing out. Well I know what that means. I officially have...

I'm going to install my electrical this weekend. What amp rating does the thermal breaker need to be? Also, what amp fuses should I use on the in line fuse assembly? Thanks in advance, Darren

How come you guys don't attend the "Grand Poopa" of Fred Hall shows? Long Beach that is. I can see it now. FWC set up right next to Sportmobile.

We'll Hmmmm.... Thanks for all the replies. Sounds like the situation could go both ways but I'm the type of person that errors on the side of caution. Besides in all reality that space up top is dedicated to surfboards, kayak and solar. Not to mention the fact that trying to lug a 100#ish tire...

Hola, I know that FWC states that the roof load can be up to 1000# in the up position but recommends 200-300# for traveling purposes. With that in mind, here's my question. Would I be pushing my luck if I were to carry a 35" spare tire/rim in Yakima gear basket up top? The weight of the tire...