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Ami P
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-22-2014, 07:26 AM
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UHaul surge brakes
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11,152
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Ami P
What is the function of the chain?
What is the function of the chain?
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-21-2014, 08:51 PM
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UHaul surge brakes
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11,152
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Ami P
Much appreciated, Ami
Much appreciated, Ami
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-21-2014, 01:51 PM
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UHaul surge brakes
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11,152
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Ami P
Thank you, AP
Thank you,
AP
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-21-2014, 08:12 AM
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UHaul surge brakes
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Ami P
Not Applicable...
Not Applicable...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-20-2014, 08:26 AM
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UHaul surge brakes
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Ami P
. OK, so the culprit is likely the master...
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OK, so the culprit is likely the master cylinder since BOTH brakes locked.
I will follow up, thanks
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-20-2014, 08:24 AM
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UHaul surge brakes
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11,152
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Ami P
Kevin, Can you post a pic of the actuator tool?
Kevin, Can you post a pic of the actuator tool?
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-19-2014, 07:48 AM
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UHaul surge brakes
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11,152
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Ami P
UHaul surge brakes
Brakes locked, started smoking...released some fluid so I could continue the trip. Has anyone dealt with servicing the unit?
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-01-2013, 08:30 AM
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A/C Shroud Solution
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Ami P
I removed the AC from the roof entirely since we...
I removed the AC from the roof entirely since we use the trailer for ski trips now. When and if we'll camp in the summer I'll make a cover from aluminum.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-12-2012, 12:15 PM
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A/C Shroud Solution
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Ami P
OK, how about "a well-engineered funny bone?" ...
OK, how about "a well-engineered funny bone?"
No matter how much I am attempting to wiggle, in the end, I might have to conform.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-12-2012, 10:37 AM
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A/C Shroud Solution
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Ami P
I like your style Michigan! The tub looks...
I like your style Michigan! The tub looks interesting. I think I will make a fabric cover for now and deal with it later. I am sure I can make a better shroud for less than $50! - Thanks
PS the...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-12-2012, 09:35 AM
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A/C Shroud Solution
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Ami P
Standard look 23W / 33L / 10H I think $100+ for...
Standard look 23W / 33L / 10H I think $100+ for a glorified piece of plastic IS too much. Mine is an older Coleman unit; all we need is an upside down box...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-12-2012, 07:33 AM
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A/C Shroud Solution
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Ami P
A/C Shroud Solution
Has anyone found a creative homemade solution for a replacement a/c shroud for a lot less than the exorbitant $$$ for a piece of plastic that will also break eventually. I was thinking aluminum...
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Camping, Campout Reports
06-02-2011, 11:14 AM
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Camping near San Francisco?
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Ami P
Where in Novato did you park the trailer?
Where in Novato did you park the trailer?
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Hi, I am....
05-03-2011, 12:07 PM
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Peter from the Bay Area
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Ami P
SF camping suggestions...
I noticed your location in the Bay area. Do you have any suggestions for overnighting within walking distance of public transportation into SF?
AP
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Camping, Campout Reports
05-02-2011, 11:47 PM
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Camping near San Francisco?
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Ami P
Camping near San Francisco?
Is there reasonable camping (Walmart-ing or BLM-ing) near San Francisco, where one could take a short BART train or bus into the city for day visits returning to the trailer at night? -AP
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
09-29-2010, 07:35 AM
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My New "Home Made" Stove Vent - Casita
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Ami P
If ordered via AMAZON (I just did) your shipping...
If ordered via AMAZON (I just did) your shipping charge for the same fan and source will be 50% lower!
Ami
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
09-19-2009, 08:13 PM
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Dual propane tanks for uhaul
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Ami P
I had a second "ring" welded onto the "tower."...
I had a second "ring" welded onto the "tower." Once you get your UHaul, you will see what I mean. The standard 2-tank holders will not work here. I'll post a pic soon. - Ami
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-09-2009, 07:48 PM
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Charger, battery monitor, float charge level
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Ami P
Kevin, The factory converter/charger is the...
Kevin,
The factory converter/charger is the original OEM in the UHaul VT 16 of 1985. I do not have a manual. I think it's 30amps. I also know that it puts out 14.5+V when needed, I already gave you...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-09-2009, 04:28 PM
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Charger, battery monitor, float charge level
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Ami P
Kevin, The factory converter/charger is the...
Kevin,
The factory converter/charger is the original OEM in the UHaul VT 16 of 1985. I do not have a manual. I think it's 30amps. I also know that it puts out 14.5+V when needed, I already gave you...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-09-2009, 01:49 PM
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Charger, battery monitor, float charge level
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3,597
Posted By
Ami P
Setup: 2 new golf cart batteries, in series 12V,...
Setup: 2 new golf cart batteries, in series 12V, 220AH [at]20H rate, Schauer 6amp automatic 4 stage charger, Xantrex LinkLite monitor, OEM 30Amp converter (13.8V "float" charge at 0.2 Amp)
Issue:...
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Camping, Campout Reports
07-07-2009, 02:09 AM
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Need Cycling Advice
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1,332
Posted By
Ami P
In about 3 weeks, my 12-yo daughter and me are...
In about 3 weeks, my 12-yo daughter and me are embarking on the Grand Circle Tour of the Arizona, Utah and Wyoming National Parks: Grand Canyon, Zion, Yellowstone, Arches, Canyon Lands and Monument...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-02-2009, 09:59 AM
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Newmark Converter DC 20 RAC
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Ami P
My UHaul VT16 has the original Newmark DC 20 RAC...
My UHaul VT16 has the original Newmark DC 20 RAC converter. I recently changed the batteries and discovered a line out of the converter, presumably to the battery, that was cut and not connected. It...
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Classified Archives
05-11-2009, 10:10 PM
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16' Scamp (from military surplus)
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3,086
Posted By
Ami P
We all saw the auctions at Camp Pendelton. Wanna...
We all saw the auctions at Camp Pendelton. Wanna TRIPLE your money?
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-09-2009, 07:27 AM
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2
Converters Batteries Chargers
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1,665
Posted By
Ami P
1. Does anyone know if the original converter in...
1. Does anyone know if the original converter in the UHaul VT-16 has multiple charging settings? 2. Has anyone found an inexpensive and reliable float charge maintainer fit for a 225AH battery?
Ami
Forum:
Classified Archives
04-29-2009, 10:35 AM
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California Casita/Scamp
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2,119
Posted By
Ami P
For anyone interested, the auction URL is here: ...
For anyone interested, the auction URL is here:
https://www.govliquidation.com/auction/ende...amp;cmd=keyword...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
04-27-2009, 02:38 PM
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16
Double Blowout
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4,514
Posted By
Ami P
Final update: Unable to find the original Uhaul...
Final update: Unable to find the original Uhaul wheel, I had a wheel transplant operation. Cut the inner wheel and weld it to a new outer rim. Looks to be precisely on spec. I hope someone finds a...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-25-2009, 10:12 PM
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Uhaul 13' windows -- repair or replace?
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6,609
Posted By
Ami P
The channel seal is done without any glue, just...
The channel seal is done without any glue, just press it into place. It can be done with two screwdrivers but it is much easier to use a sealing tool (described and displayed in Kevin61 video
Ami
Forum:
Classified Archives
04-25-2009, 08:02 AM
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16ft Scamp $950
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2,508
Posted By
Ami P
Ridgecrest is between the desert and the Sierra...
Ridgecrest is between the desert and the Sierra Nevada mountains, off US 395 in an old mining area.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-24-2009, 09:38 PM
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32
Uhaul 13' windows -- repair or replace?
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6,609
Posted By
Ami P
I don't think it is what you call "the seal" that...
I don't think it is what you call "the seal" that seals the window frame to the fiberglass cutout. I have never removed the window frame. The "channel" seal is part AS1268 and the glass moves...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-24-2009, 07:22 PM
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32
Uhaul 13' windows -- repair or replace?
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6,609
Posted By
Ami P
Raya, It is the same thing. The original Uhaul...
Raya,
It is the same thing. The original Uhaul channel had a metal core which eventually rusted, producing ugly stain-runs on the gelcoat when rain water drained from the natural weep holes. The...
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Classified Archives
04-23-2009, 11:30 PM
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Uhaul Wheel
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3,316
Posted By
Ami P
The UHaul part number for the wheel is 23516006
The UHaul part number for the wheel is 23516006
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-23-2009, 08:28 PM
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Uhaul 13' windows -- repair or replace?
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6,609
Posted By
Ami P
Julia, Kevin61, a member on this site has a...
Julia,
Kevin61, a member on this site has a video re window repair, including the tools needed. The job takes a little skill. If you decide against doing it yourself, I suggest getting the parts and...
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Classified Archives
04-23-2009, 07:28 PM
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13
Uhaul Wheel
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3,316
Posted By
Ami P
Many of us, UHaul owners are looking for wheels....
Many of us, UHaul owners are looking for wheels. My most recent research shows that 1965-1966 Chevy Corvair wheels have the same 13" size and the 5.75" bolt pattern. The offset is different, but it...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-23-2009, 07:24 PM
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32
Uhaul 13' windows -- repair or replace?
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6,609
Posted By
Ami P
The all-rubber window seals (channels) that fit...
The all-rubber window seals (channels) that fit the UHauls are part # AS1268, available here:
https://www.perfectfit.com/15594/156059/Gla...ked-Lining.html...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
04-20-2009, 07:21 PM
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16
Double Blowout
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4,514
Posted By
Ami P
I was present at the installation. 50psi cold...
I was present at the installation. 50psi cold inflation, new metal stems, torqued lugs.
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
04-20-2009, 06:37 PM
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16
Double Blowout
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4,514
Posted By
Ami P
The fireworks-tire HAD new steel stems installed...
The fireworks-tire HAD new steel stems installed prior to blowing. This was definitely rubber failure.
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
04-19-2009, 05:40 PM
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16
Double Blowout
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4,514
Posted By
Ami P
(replying to IM's) The Supertrails were $50 ea....
(replying to IM's) The Supertrails were $50 ea. The replacement Good Year Marathons were $96 ea., installed.
Ami
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
04-19-2009, 02:03 PM
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16
Double Blowout
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4,514
Posted By
Ami P
The retailer refunded my money and he is working...
The retailer refunded my money and he is working on getting a new UHaul wheel. The tires were DOT 3408 = fairly fresh.
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
04-19-2009, 08:13 AM
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Double Blowout
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4,514
Posted By
Ami P
A warning to all: do not buy SUPERTRAIL brand...
A warning to all: do not buy SUPERTRAIL brand tires. Last Monday, after five miles on the freeway, we had a blowout of a brand new Supertrail 5000, ST175/80/13 tire. The inside sidewall blew....
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Camping, Campout Reports
02-07-2009, 06:14 PM
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Ski-Wonderland in Mammoth
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4,059
Posted By
Ami P
Harry, Originally there was a defective rear...
Harry,
Originally there was a defective rear venting Suburban furnace I removed. I'd like one that does not use 12V. Can you specify some that would work?
Ami
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Camping, Campout Reports
01-21-2009, 01:12 PM
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Ski-Wonderland in Mammoth
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4,059
Posted By
Ami P
Harry, Can you post more detail about the "old...
Harry,
Can you post more detail about the "old furnaces" you mentioned will produce 16,000 dry heat btu's
Thanks
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Camping, Campout Reports
01-21-2009, 12:19 PM
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Ski-Wonderland in Mammoth
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4,059
Posted By
Ami P
I was never in danger since I had no heater on...
I was never in danger since I had no heater on during sleep time. Also, I have two vents, cut directly next to the heater, one high one low tubed to the outside fresh air.
Ami
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Camping, Campout Reports
01-12-2009, 11:13 AM
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Ski-Wonderland in Mammoth
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4,059
Posted By
Ami P
Thank you, Robin
Thank you, Robin
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Camping, Campout Reports
01-10-2009, 11:14 AM
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Ski-Wonderland in Mammoth
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4,059
Posted By
Ami P
Thanks!
Thanks!
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Camping, Campout Reports
01-03-2009, 12:36 PM
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Ski-Wonderland in Mammoth
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4,059
Posted By
Ami P
Hi Donna, Good idea! Can we have more info on...
Hi Donna,
Good idea! Can we have more info on the blue styro sheets? The VT 16 floor is 1/2" marine plywood, sandwiched between two layers of glass and gelcoat.
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Camping, Campout Reports
01-03-2009, 10:03 AM
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Ski-Wonderland in Mammoth
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4,059
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Ami P
Shore power is NOT an option since we are camping...
Shore power is NOT an option since we are camping close to the ski lift.
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Camping, Campout Reports
01-02-2009, 12:21 PM
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Ski-Wonderland in Mammoth
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4,059
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Ami P
In our newly restored UHaul VT 16, my 11 y.o. and...
In our newly restored UHaul VT 16, my 11 y.o. and I set out to test the theory of employing our little glass abode as winter night shelter after days of slope-fun on skis in Mammoth Lakes, CA., ...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
12-14-2008, 09:03 AM
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Alternator charging house battery safely
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3,384
Posted By
Ami P
Actually, it was my sailor-ex marine pilot -...
Actually, it was my sailor-ex marine pilot - retired -lawyer - and -current - hog - rider - buddy who started the worry cycle. An excellent battery isolator from Northern Tool, the Industrial Battery...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
12-13-2008, 03:58 PM
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Alternator charging house battery safely
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3,384
Posted By
Ami P
Actually, after further research, I located and...
Actually, after further research, I located and installed a battery isolator. My question now: does anyone have experience with installing a good voltage regulator, that will protect the trailer...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
11-19-2008, 11:13 AM
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Alternator charging house battery safely
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3,384
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Ami P
Is there a past thread detailing the tow vehicle...
Is there a past thread detailing the tow vehicle charging the house battery setup? Is there a need for separating the charging process of the two batteries, to protect the expensive vehicle...
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