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Post by shogunles on Jan 2, 2017 1:02:17 GMT -5
I have the DG 382MBQ. If it is the same as mine, try pushing on the light fixture itself. Some of the lights are individually activated and not on a switch. If you push on the light itself, it should click on. Hope this helps.
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Post by shogunles on Dec 26, 2016 22:08:34 GMT -5
You should be able to get the information and manuals at the company website. linkThank you sir. That is what I was looking for. I was searching for their site. And the only site I could find was a wholesale site for their equipment. Thank you.
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Post by shogunles on Dec 26, 2016 1:18:14 GMT -5
I do understand the difference between the 2. I was going by the title of the product from Amazon. And it used the word pump. I thought to stick to how it was listed, as to not confuse anyone. Seems I have. In this case the strip would be what I am after. Again, I am simply looking to get the chill out of the unit on relatively chilly mornings, with afternoon warmth. I know these are pretty much useless for consistently cold days. I have always had Dometic A/C's and have done the conversion on one of them. I wanted to check the part numbers I have found against any of you members that have done this. Thank you for the post!
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Post by shogunles on Dec 24, 2016 0:35:44 GMT -5
Hello all! I just wanted to share this site with you because in the time I have been an owner of one brand or another, I always see questions pertaining to where to buy RV knobs, locks, and keys. I found this site a few years back, when we needed a locking door knob for our bedroom door. And I was reminded of it today, because I need the same item once again.
RVlocksandmore.com, has everything to do with a door or latch. And they carry the Global Brand locks, knobs and keys. You can even buy the keys cut, if you have the number on the key. And change the lock cylinder entirely. And yes, they have replacements for the 'CH' Series latch locks. I have used them many times over the years. Their prices seem to be fair. I do not know why some of these manufacturers will not include a locking knob on at least the bathroom door! I hope this helps someone. Be well and Happy Holidays!
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Post by shogunles on Dec 24, 2016 0:12:13 GMT -5
Hello all, and Happy Holidays. I for one am glad it is almost over! New owner of the above mentioned unit. And this is my first fiver with Coleman A/C's, and not too familiar with their equipment or quality . To be specific, they are Coleman Mach 15's. I wanted to replace the Coleman Mach Thermostats with the Coleman Mach Digital Thermostats. I plan on only replacing the main at first. The bedroom A/C does not get as much use as the main one. I plan to replace it with this model Coleman 83303362. Along with this install, I was considering adding a heat pump as well.
I could simply refer to my file folder chock full of manuals for all of the appliances in the fiver. Unfortunately, the manufacturer or the dealer, left out the one manual I needed to refer to. And the dealer is closed for the next few weeks for the holidays. Apparently, they are who I need to get these from. Rest assured, I am not asking this question due to ignorance or laziness. I simply have a new toy, and wanted to right to work on it. Truth be told, the manuals for A/C's typically lack the information I am interested in. Always get the best information from forums and folks camping with the similar brand and model.
I know some of you may feel the heat pump may not be worth the effort and money. I installed it in my last fiver's Dometic A/C. It does get the chill out of the unit for those chilly Northeastern mornings in the Spring and Fall. If you have any opinion or input for either of these 2 products, from practicality to installation, I would appreciate the post. Thank you and again Happy Holidays to you and yours!
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Post by shogunles on Dec 23, 2016 10:17:38 GMT -5
The first and last holidays apply to me! I hear you! I just took delivery of my 2017 Durango Gold 382MBQ, literally last Tuesday. I had to postpone it due to the snow we got last weekend. Very depressing towing my new fiver from the dealer, right into storage. Hopefully the Groundhog will not see his shadow this year and an early Spring will come. As our first trip for the season is in April to Ft. Wilderness. With a shakedown trip a few weeks before it. Happy Holidays!
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Post by shogunles on Dec 23, 2016 10:10:30 GMT -5
I've thought about getting one for the home, but we don't have access to gas. I've read that the all electric ones aren't as good. That's a good question about the bypass. I wouldn't think that the antifreeze would harm anything sitting in the tankless heater. I'd probably call the manufacturer and double check with them. How about installation? Did you plumb it into the same location as the original tank? Did you have build up a wall to attach it to? When I was at the Hershey PA Show in September, I was able to ask the few questions that came to mind. I did ask about the fitment issue. The reps said that it is a direct fit once you remove your current hot water heater and tank. They have the same dimensions as the 6, 10 and 12 gallon models. However, I was not aware that a 16 gallon OEM water was offered as exhibited from the OP's post. In my 2017 DG 382MBQ, I have the 12 gallon model. Perhaps I can put this question out there. Without hi-jacking the thread. I just purchased my DG literally last week. Being in the Northeast, most of the parks are closed for the Winter. Needless to say I have not had a chance to do a shakedown trip with it. There is a question coming, I promise. On my last two fivers, both with 10 gallon tanks, if I ran the LP and electric at the same time, it would buy me some extra time in the shower with adequate hot water. Say 15 minutes or so, hooked up to city water. Not endless, but the next best thing. Can you achieve the same goal with the DG's 12 gallon heater?
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Post by shogunles on Dec 23, 2016 0:54:49 GMT -5
Thanks for posting your review of the Truma, ronc. I saw this unit at the Hershey Show this year. I thought what an ingenious system. I did ask a few questions of the reps, at the show. However, a few more come to mind, if you do not mind. One question they could not answer due to the fact that the dealers/installers charge different retail/labor rates, price differences per region of the country, and the like. If I may, what does a system like this cost installed? Not looking for what you paid or an exact dollar amount. Just simply trying to see if this may be worth the expense for our needs, and the amount of camping we do. We consider ourselves part timers, April to November.
Being that this system is tankless, is it necessary to bypass the water heater, or run RV Antifreeze through the entire water heater?
Do you utilize the OEM toggle switches to activate electric/LP on the Truma?
I appreciate your answers, and anything you may want to add. Thank you and Happily Holidays to you and yours!
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Post by shogunles on Dec 19, 2016 18:58:30 GMT -5
Agree with johnr. I have seen bikes and racks being dragged down the highway because of those bumper mount hitch receivers. I just had the dealer weld a Lippert Hitch Receiver, to the back of my Durango Gold 383MBQ. I actually called Lippert prior to purchasing my fiver, to see which receivers they recommend, being they make the frame. The only receiver that you can weld to their frames, with safety in mind, and my frame warranty, was their receiver hitch. If you use a competitor, you will void your warranty on the frame. Does this mean that other suitable receiver hitches cannot be welded and safely used. However, your warranty would be at risk. And these manufacturers always look first for a way out of a claim while investigating it. If you call Lippert, they would be more than happy to give you their model number for their hitch. For me, it was worth the extra expense for the Lippert one, while keeping my warranty in play.
Also, I just found this out, while shopping for a new 4 bike carrier rack. The only bike rack, that is rated for RV use, is made by Swagman. I was actually looking at the Hollywood Racks and called their customer service. When I told him what I was using it for, he replied that their racks are not rated for RV use. He could have simply not have said anything, and went on with the sale. He was honest and told me that the only RV rated rack was made by Swagman. And their best on, Swagman XP4, was more than half the price of the Hollywood rack. It is due to the differences between how the back of a vehicle moves down the road compared to a fiver or TT. Learn something ne every day!
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Post by shogunles on Dec 19, 2016 18:36:36 GMT -5
Thanks very much. I have learned very quickly that most everything is an option (sheesh, I'm at an additional $13k over the price of the unit) but as I have seen so many with the Goodyear tires on them, did not know that they were an upgrade as well ... I will be hopefully closing the deal in mid January and have added your comment to my notes of "stuff" to talk to them about. Good luck with your unit as well !! Mark Tires are probably one of the most debated issue on these forums. LT 14 ply, ST 14 ply, LT 10 ply, at 10 ply etc.. It will make your head spin. I have had good luck, knocking on wood, with the Sailun 14 ply. Maxxis is another good ST Tire. However, I believe they do not offer it in 14 ply as of now. Do your research, as you are, and narrow it down to either ST or LT. And then decide if you the weight of your fiver even needs 14 ply. Especially if you are on a budget. If I may pass along good advice given to me once, if you have to do some trimming, due to budget concerns, do not do it with the tires. Find it elsewhere if you can. Blowouts will cost you more than changing a tire and replacing the tire. And you may want to consider investing in a good TPMS for your fiver, when you recoup your finances from the sale. Another concern is space. LT tires, assuming you need 16" tires(not familiar with your unit), come in 85 height. You could have space issues between the tires if you have a narrow wheel base. The ST's come in 80 and 85, if you want more height. In the end, it is up to what you actually need, what you want to spend, and which tire you are more comfortable with. The best you can do is what you are doing, listening to others with their trail and error. Good Luck!
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Post by shogunles on Dec 19, 2016 18:00:32 GMT -5
I just upgraded to Sailun S637's 14 ply G Rated tires(75 mph Speed Rating) on my new 17 Durango Gold 382MBQ, right out of the barn. I had them on my previous fiver. And they took me across country from NY to San Diego, Seattle to NY, without a hiccup. And the tread looked barely worn. And they are a lot less than the GY G614. However, you cannot compare ST to LT. The G614's are by far a much better tire. However, if you are on a budget, take a look at the Sailun's. I am not salty of this thread, so I am not sure if I can post where I bought them. I would be happy to tell you if it is legit on here. I will say for now that I bought 5 for under $800.
Just be sure, that if you upgrade to a G rated tire, whether it be LT or ST, or simply a better quality tire, pay the extra money for metal valve stems. Especially if you are using a TPMS System.
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Post by shogunles on Dec 19, 2016 17:51:17 GMT -5
I connect my outside shower to my black tank flush and winterize both at the same time. It's the last step in my process and I just leave that connection until spring. Brilliant! I am not that clever! Though the siphon transfer pump only set me back $9. And it has more than one use. Thanks for the tip! If I get another 15 years of doing all of this, I might have figured that out by then. Maybe!
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Post by shogunles on Dec 16, 2016 20:44:21 GMT -5
Question about the NYS Parks around the Finger Lakes. I heard a rumor that they were starting to install power to some of the sites at some or all of the parks around the lakes. Any truth to this, please?
We live on Long Island and are always out in Montauk at Hither Hills State Park. Steps from the Atlantic Ocean. I believe they should leave well enough alone, if they ever decided to add power to the sites there. It is already a challenge to book a site there in the Summer, as it is. Adding power would make it even more difficult to book a site.
We are planning a trip to the Finger Lakes this Summer. If we can fit it in. We have never been there. Are there any communities that are comparable to say a community like Lake George? Thank you.
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Post by shogunles on Dec 16, 2016 20:35:57 GMT -5
I tried that last year. And caught my 6 year old daugter trying to find the keys to the Fifth Wheel!
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Post by shogunles on Dec 16, 2016 20:17:03 GMT -5
We had a residential fridge in our last Fiver. When I called Open Range on how to winterize it, they said to shut down the water supply to it, and manually drain the system as if you were going to get water from the water outlet. And run until dry. Then leave the ice maker on with the water off. I did that and the following spring I had to replace the internal water line and reservoir. I called Frigidaire directly, as it was one of their models. They replied that they do not recommend using that fridge in an RV! The following Winter I ran RV Antifreeze through the entire Fridge water system without issue. Just remember to replace the filter after you de-winterize the system. I did not feel confident blowing those lines out. Good Luck!
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Post by shogunles on Dec 16, 2016 20:10:41 GMT -5
Also the Black Tank Flush. Sometimes water builds up in the anti siphon valve. You need a siphon or transfer pump to pump rv antifreeze out of the container and into the line. Ask me how I know that!
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Post by shogunles on Dec 15, 2016 17:24:37 GMT -5
If it is that cold, the furnace will kick on quiet often. And it uses a lot of propane to fuel it. RV antifreeze is no more than $5 a gallon. Probably be a lot cheaper for you.
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Post by shogunles on Dec 15, 2016 15:03:13 GMT -5
I bought the cover you referred to 12 years ago. And since, have transferred it to every other new fiver we purchased since. I just gave it up because our Durango has one over the range. It worked out very well for us. And it creates another counter top. You simply lay it on the range and then line up the hinged flange to the counter behind the range and screw it in with 4 or 5 wood screws. Or you can just lay it on without securing it. The raised portions on the range will hold it in place. I would recommend securing it.
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Post by shogunles on Dec 15, 2016 14:57:57 GMT -5
I think you made the right decision on the onboard generator. The pros outweigh the cons on that. For us, we tend to use private parks with amenities than not. For the few times we boondock, the portables and inverter work out great. However, when we boondock in places like state parks and the like, they have restrictions on when you can run your generators. And never at night. This is where the inverter shines.
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Post by shogunles on Dec 13, 2016 23:53:33 GMT -5
I have the Honda EU300is, and I Honda EU2000i and 1 Honda 2000i Companion. I use the 2000's for the fiver. The Companion has a 30 amp receptacle, which gives you a little more output than the 20 amp one.
However, another suggestion for you would be installing a inverter inside you fiver directly to your fuse panel, by way of a transfer switch. Along with more than 2 AGM Deep Cell batteries wired in parallel. I have a Samlex 2000w Pure Sine Wave Inverter in mine. I typically charge the batteries(4) with the generators, and I an good to go for about 30 hours. Depending on how much power I use. If you have the residential fridge, then it would be less. It is very convenient when you are boondocking. Although, it will not run your A/C. And it is very expensive equipment. However, you will save some in fuel or LP. Just thought I would mention another option, since it was not mentioned.
On the issue of tire replacement, no doubt you need to replace the 'China Bombs', right out of the barn. I purchased on my previous fiver, and my new Durango Gold, Sailun ST 637's. They are 14 ply G rated tires with a speed rating of 75 mph. I believe the max weight of each tire is just over 5,000 lb. I want to say 5,040. Yes they are made in China, not many tires aren't. However, on my last fiver, I traveled from NY to San Diego, and on up to Seattle, and back to NY on them. They were excellent. So after traveling over 6k miles, the tires still had plenty of tread on them. They still looked new to me! I would say these tires past the test for me. They are hard to find though. I just ordered 5 of them from Simpletire.com. I paid just under $700 for five tires with shipping for 235/80R16. They do have 85 if you want more height. The G rated Sailun accommodated the stock rims. Just be sure to replace the valve with a metal one. Hope this helps, good Luck!
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