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Forum: Maps, Roads and Routes 07-16-2013, 05:09 PM
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Views: 42,343
Posted By Brad Townsend
Thanks for the input. I would like to get off the...

Thanks for the input. I would like to get off the beaten path and do some Kayaking. We have a 14 ft inflatable.
Forum: Maps, Roads and Routes 07-16-2013, 10:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 42,343
Posted By Brad Townsend
I have read that the dear flies are bad. Are they...

I have read that the dear flies are bad. Are they all over alaska? Are they more a certain month? Did you take a newell? Any damage, windshield etc.?
Forum: Maps, Roads and Routes 07-16-2013, 12:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 42,343
Posted By Brad Townsend
Sounds like you have a neat set up. I miss the...

Sounds like you have a neat set up. I miss the trade but it's not like it used to be with the new trade agreements. I do like the fulltime life and am able to work as I need/want to in different...
Forum: Maps, Roads and Routes 07-15-2013, 11:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 42,343
Posted By Brad Townsend
I'll keep that in mind. We would be leaving from...

I'll keep that in mind. We would be leaving from Yuma az area. Unless I can be convinced the coach would not suffer from rough roads I am currently leaning on purchasing a small trailer like a Casita...
Forum: Maps, Roads and Routes 07-15-2013, 10:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 42,343
Posted By Brad Townsend
Alaska Trip?

We are in the consideration stage of going to Alaska maybe next year.
Wondering if anyone has taken their newell there.
We are also considering not taking the newell but something small enough to...
Forum: Charging Systems, Electrical & Solar 05-04-2013, 09:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,448
Posted By Brad Townsend
Clarke. I am glad to hear that the installer...

Clarke.
I am glad to hear that the installer was interested in making sure you knew how to program the battery monitor. Solar systems can be intimidating but if folks are serious about using them...
Forum: Charging Systems, Electrical & Solar 05-04-2013, 10:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,448
Posted By Brad Townsend
Hmm I guess it did just click on RV Electrical

Hmm I guess it did just click on RV Electrical
Forum: Charging Systems, Electrical & Solar 05-04-2013, 10:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,448
Posted By Brad Townsend
Not sure why Jacks address didn't show on the...

Not sure why Jacks address didn't show on the previous post but here it is.
RV Electrical (https://www.jackdanmayer.com/rv_electrical_and_solar.htm#Installers)
Forum: Charging Systems, Electrical & Solar 05-04-2013, 10:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,448
Posted By Brad Townsend
I trust these two guys and there recommendations....

I trust these two guys and there recommendations. You would do well to do as much reading as possible and email them with questions. Handy Bob is a unique character but knows what he is talking about...
Forum: General Luxury Coach Discussion 02-08-2013, 12:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,722
Posted By Brad Townsend
Take an amp meter and put it on the positive...

Take an amp meter and put it on the positive cable after shutting off everything and see if there is any draw if so does it amount to anything significant enough to take the batteries down overnight....
Forum: Major Mechanicals 02-08-2013, 12:39 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 16,834
Posted By Brad Townsend
Went to Quartzsite RV show a couple weeks ago and...

Went to Quartzsite RV show a couple weeks ago and saw a product called Super 21 a fuel additive. Wondering if anyone knows of this stuff.
Supposed to make a big difference in engine performance and...
Forum: Charging Systems, Electrical & Solar 01-12-2013, 12:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,844
Posted By Brad Townsend
I would go with a Magnum

I would go with a Magnum
Forum: Charging Systems, Electrical & Solar 01-12-2013, 12:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,448
Posted By Brad Townsend
The challenge is to find a competent installer.

The challenge is to find a competent installer.
Forum: Charging Systems, Electrical & Solar 01-11-2013, 12:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,134
Posted By Brad Townsend
We have been living on solar for 6 years now. You...

We have been living on solar for 6 years now. You will get much confusing info on this topic depending on who you talk to but the previous posting of Handy Bob's blog is a good read. The first I...
Forum: Exterior Works 04-21-2012, 12:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,827
Posted By Brad Townsend
You might want to get an opinion from Zip Dee.

You might want to get an opinion from Zip Dee.
Forum: Running Gear, Brakes, Tires, Chassis and Pneumatic Systems 04-21-2012, 12:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,834
Posted By Brad Townsend
Low air light

While riding or idling the low air light stays on. The air gages are up where they should be. Wondering if it may be a bad/dirty sensor.
Brad
Forum: Life on the Road | Livin' in Luxury 04-10-2012, 01:46 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 10,360
Posted By Brad Townsend
You might want to check out Harvest Host ...

You might want to check out Harvest Host
https://www.harvesthosts.com/ Free camping with lots of room in the country settings of Vineyards etc.
We will be hosting in the Ashley National Forest at...
Forum: Charging Systems, Electrical & Solar 04-08-2012, 11:55 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,766
Posted By Brad Townsend
Updated my solar system

I just completed my upgrade on my solar system which basically is all new except for one panel.
I have a total of 545 watts from three panels, wired for 24 volts from the panels to the new charge...
Forum: Charging Systems, Electrical & Solar 04-08-2012, 11:37 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,120
Posted By Brad Townsend
I have a feeling all is well with your solenoid....

I have a feeling all is well with your solenoid. The best thing you can do is leave it on while plugged into shore power that way you get both banks charged. I have been told by an industrial...
Forum: Charging Systems, Electrical & Solar 03-14-2012, 01:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,700
Posted By Brad Townsend
Thats werd about the charger running off the...

Thats werd about the charger running off the inverter. Maybe you could just disconnect it with the breaker that controls that outlet.
Check your email for additional info.

Brad
Forum: Charging Systems, Electrical & Solar 03-14-2012, 02:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,700
Posted By Brad Townsend
So far this is what I have found out: ...

So far this is what I have found out:
Especially for those with a proper sized solar system to include a good 3 stage charge controller you don't really need a converter/charger but if you do have...
Forum: Charging Systems, Electrical & Solar 03-13-2012, 10:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,700
Posted By Brad Townsend
Thanks for the info Michael. Is it my computer...

Thanks for the info Michael.
Is it my computer or the website? There is no pics on the avatars.
Brad
Forum: Charging Systems, Electrical & Solar 03-13-2012, 01:38 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,700
Posted By Brad Townsend
So I am wondering if the new newell's have...

So I am wondering if the new newell's have converter/chargers!
Forum: Charging Systems, Electrical & Solar 03-10-2012, 12:34 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,700
Posted By Brad Townsend
I am hoping that someone from Newell will comment...

I am hoping that someone from Newell will comment on this. I have asked a couple solar installers and they don't know! Hmm.
Forum: Charging Systems, Electrical & Solar 03-09-2012, 07:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,700
Posted By Brad Townsend
Why Converters

Why do we need a converter? As in converter/charger. We are off grid for 6 months a year and do just fine. I need to replace my converter/charger and am wondering why not just get a nice 3 stage...
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