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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-04-2021, 09:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,868
Posted By jaevans
Also consider what current draw you may...

Also consider what current draw you may experience when charging your RV house batteries with your tow vehicle alternator/battery. Our 2018 Ridgeline 12v line to the 7-way connector is fused at 20...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-11-2020, 09:22 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,196
Posted By jaevans
Or if you use driver side and passenger side,...

Or if you use driver side and passenger side, what if you move your RV to the UK or Australia ?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-28-2020, 08:57 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,196
Posted By jaevans
Propane off/empty detector ??

Thinking out loud here, but I was thinking of installing an alarm beeper or somesuch across the DC indicator in our Casita's Dometic Fridge with a switch to disable. The LED probably drops about 3V...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-21-2020, 10:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 964
Posted By jaevans
If you are going through the trouble of repairing...

If you are going through the trouble of repairing it, I would just do the hepo valve replacement for the gray tank and eliminate the t-handle version, assuming it is a similar task as the Casita...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-23-2020, 10:23 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,077
Posted By jaevans
Yes, a great recommendation. Most 12V lines...

Yes, a great recommendation. Most 12V lines through the 7-way connector are current limited. Our Honda Ridgeline's 12V line is fused at 20A. I plan to run a heftier wire pair from the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-23-2020, 09:50 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,077
Posted By jaevans
Companies now make a DC-DC charger with built-in...

Companies now make a DC-DC charger with built-in solar charge controller. My Abso charger model DMT1250 will control charging of the house battery from either solar panels or from the tow vehicle...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-31-2020, 02:47 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,264
Posted By jaevans
Question - so what impact does extended sitting...

Question - so what impact does extended sitting have on the bearings ? Should we worry?

Thanks - John - Colorado Springs
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 06-10-2020, 10:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,665
Posted By jaevans
Either the link was bad or the story got removed....

Either the link was bad or the story got removed.

john - colorado springs, co
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-09-2019, 10:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,503
Posted By jaevans
I looked up the cartridge and it seems the...

I looked up the cartridge and it seems the plastic nozzle/tip is separate so that makes it even easier to seal the tip end. You can clean out the tip and, if the cartridge didn't come with a small...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-09-2019, 10:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,503
Posted By jaevans
I'm betting these are similarly made as the...

I'm betting these are similarly made as the older, larger diameter cartridges. There should be a plastic or metal plunger inside that you can see once you pop the can top. That should seal the end....
Forum: General Chat 09-13-2017, 09:18 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 8,414
Posted By jaevans
So, which Walmart(s)? There are several in the...

So, which Walmart(s)? There are several in the Springs.

Thanks,
John
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-03-2017, 09:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,600
Posted By jaevans
Hope you took and are taking pictures. We love...

Hope you took and are taking pictures. We love to see build photos.

john
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 03-11-2016, 09:33 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,477
Posted By jaevans
Meals Ready to Eat - MREs - military meals -...

Meals Ready to Eat - MREs - military meals - today's modern k-rations.
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 03-11-2016, 09:23 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,477
Posted By jaevans
Too bulky and expensive for my taste.

Too bulky and expensive for my taste.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-12-2016, 09:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,657
Posted By jaevans
Here's the ad U-Haul Model CT-13...

Here's the ad

U-Haul Model CT-13 (https://denver.craigslist.org/rvs/5396868542.html)

john - colorado springs
Forum: Classified Archives 09-09-2015, 04:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,273
Posted By jaevans
Still available? john

Still available?

john
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-06-2015, 04:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,673
Posted By jaevans
As a final wrapup, I was able to finish the...

As a final wrapup, I was able to finish the installation and the brake controller gives some indications that it is working. I have no trailer yet :( so I can't fully test it out, though the Air...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-05-2015, 02:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,673
Posted By jaevans
I was able to route a wire behind the hatch seal...

I was able to route a wire behind the hatch seal along the rear pillar, so now I have a wire to connect to the purple reverse/aux wire on the 7-way.

Could you clarify what you mean by standby...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-05-2015, 11:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,673
Posted By jaevans
HAHA - now I know why etrailer omitted the purple...

HAHA - now I know why etrailer omitted the purple wire connection to the backup light signal. The tail lights are in the rear columns in my 2004 Honda Pilot. The backup lights are in the tail...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-04-2015, 09:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,673
Posted By jaevans
Thanks Darral, That's where I purchased...

Thanks Darral,

That's where I purchased all the parts and kits ;) That may actually be my source of earlier confusion as they don't use the purple backup light wire.

I am good to go...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-04-2015, 07:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,673
Posted By jaevans
I installed the hitch, 4-way wiring, transmission...

I installed the hitch, 4-way wiring, transmission fluid cooler, and power steering cooler, as I will the brake controller and wiring. Our 2004 Honda Pilot had a wiring harness and connector for a...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-03-2015, 08:24 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,673
Posted By jaevans
It is only a little extra work running a wire...

It is only a little extra work running a wire from the backup circuit and if I discover any conflicts down the road with any trailer, I will have installed a bullet connector so it is easily...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-03-2015, 08:13 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,673
Posted By jaevans
If the majority of fiberglass trailers have...

If the majority of fiberglass trailers have backup lights, then yes, that is the route I will take. It just seems odd to me that a ton of references show this as not being connected at the tow...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-03-2015, 06:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,673
Posted By jaevans
About to wire my 7-way connector

Greetings all,

I am about to wire in and install my brake controller, to include the 7-way connector at my hitch. We don't have a trailer yet but am wondering if I should bother with hooking up...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 09-01-2015, 09:10 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 15,444
Posted By jaevans
N0HJ here - not a FG trailer owner yet, but...

N0HJ here - not a FG trailer owner yet, but someday soon...

I would put up a mast and create an inverted V fed with ladder line to a coax balun before running coax into the trailer. Then I can...
Forum: Classified Archives 09-10-2014, 08:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,273
Posted By jaevans
yes, pix are in the post.

yes, pix are in the post.
Forum: Classified Archives 08-18-2014, 05:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,830
Posted By jaevans
relisted Cadet camper Travel Trailer...

relisted

Cadet camper Travel Trailer Fiberglass 9' Like Scamp Burro or Casitia | eBay (https://r.ebay.com/FFvFN3)
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-30-2014, 08:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,975
Posted By jaevans
I'd love to find one that nice with a bath/shower...

I'd love to find one that nice with a bath/shower closer to Colorado.
Forum: Classified Archives 07-22-2014, 01:07 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 12,659
Posted By jaevans
If you go back to Kenny H last post, then click...

If you go back to Kenny H last post, then click on his name on the left and then select view public profile, you should see Bainbridge's album on the right. Otherwise, maybe this link will work -...
Forum: Classified Archives 06-26-2014, 01:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,044
Posted By jaevans
I like the tung oil finish idea. I just don't...

I like the tung oil finish idea. I just don't think I could do a bath addition myself. The rest of the build looks great though. A nice redo to an 86.
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-25-2014, 12:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,363
Posted By jaevans
Doh, I missed that part ;/ - thanks

Doh, I missed that part ;/ - thanks
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-25-2014, 12:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,363
Posted By jaevans
Any ideas of sources for a compatible trailer...

Any ideas of sources for a compatible trailer frame?
Forum: Classified Archives 06-24-2014, 05:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,394
Posted By jaevans
Nice.

Nice.
Forum: Classified Archives 06-23-2014, 07:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,914
Posted By jaevans
Nice.

Nice.
Forum: Classified Archives 06-21-2014, 08:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,903
Posted By jaevans
I like it. 73 - john - n0hj

I like it.

73 - john - n0hj
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-21-2014, 05:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,370
Posted By jaevans
Is that light coming through the fiberglass in...

Is that light coming through the fiberglass in the corner?
Forum: Classified Archives 06-20-2014, 06:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,044
Posted By jaevans
Absolutely love it. I would probably remove the...

Absolutely love it. I would probably remove the cabinet up front to squeeze in a shower/bath. I'd do a satin finish on the cabinets and leave them the lighter, clearer color. I'd also wait for you...
Forum: Classified Archives 06-20-2014, 08:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,044
Posted By jaevans
Hi Rum Runner - where in WY are you located? ...

Hi Rum Runner - where in WY are you located?

Thanks - john
Forum: Classified Archives 06-16-2014, 11:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,119
Posted By jaevans
One nice exterior shot on his profile. click on...

One nice exterior shot on his profile. click on his name to the left of his post.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-27-2013, 02:40 PM
Replies: 232
Views: 100,392
Posted By jaevans
Be careful with heating rocks. If they have any...

Be careful with heating rocks. If they have any gas or moisture locked inside, they may explode in the fire. Having said that, lots of folks have done this. Some backpackers will wrap hot rocks in...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-26-2013, 09:41 AM
Replies: 232
Views: 100,392
Posted By jaevans
Genital bend - sounds like it could be painful. ...

Genital bend - sounds like it could be painful. ;)

John
Forum: Classified Archives 08-14-2013, 07:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,780
Posted By jaevans
No response - to either my PM sent or to my email...

No response - to either my PM sent or to my email via the craigslist ad. Bet it has been sold.
Forum: Classified Archives 08-13-2013, 12:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,780
Posted By jaevans
Private Message sent to Ken - fishhunter.

Private Message sent to Ken - fishhunter.
Forum: Classified Archives 07-23-2013, 04:41 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 47,260
Posted By jaevans
Quick couple of questions. 1 - what is the floor...

Quick couple of questions. 1 - what is the floor to ceiling height? 2 - is there any spot where a small A/C could be installed?

Thanks,
John - Colorado Springs, CO
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-22-2013, 08:26 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,021
Posted By jaevans
CO: 2011 Scampt 16ft. $13,500

Scamp Trailer 16' 2011 (https://cosprings.craigslist.org/rvs/3952597602.html)

My wife and I checked this one out this evening. Near mint and hardly used at all. This one has the side...
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-20-2013, 07:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,043
Posted By jaevans
88 Casita Travel Trailer 16 {like Scamp} - $7600 (Colorado Springs CO)

88 Casita Travel Trailer 16 {like Scamp} (https://cosprings.craigslist.org/rvs/3948392889.html) - CL in Colorado Springs

My wife and I checked out this Casita today, since she had never been in...
Forum: Classified Archives 07-18-2013, 08:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 47,260
Posted By jaevans
Some exterior shots would be useful as well. ...

Some exterior shots would be useful as well. Interior looks great !!! :)
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-11-2013, 02:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,365
Posted By jaevans
Ahhh, I was going by what craigslist locale it...

Ahhh, I was going by what craigslist locale it was posted in. I should know better.
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-11-2013, 12:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,365
Posted By jaevans
Mo.

Mo.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-11-2013, 08:15 AM
Replies: 232
Views: 100,392
Posted By jaevans
All I can say is SUPER !!!!!

All I can say is SUPER !!!!!
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