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Forum: General Chat 06-25-2022, 08:14 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,416
Posted By wbullivant
I'd definitely try mineral spirits before...

I'd definitely try mineral spirits before thinking about paint. I'm quite certain it will not damage the plastic and it may well take off the black marks. I assume it is polyethylene you are...
Forum: General Chat 06-24-2022, 07:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,416
Posted By wbullivant
I would try mineral spirits as it will dissolve...

I would try mineral spirits as it will dissolve tar and is probably the least volatile and destructive solvent. If that doesn't work you might try other solvents such as acetone, alcohol, and even...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-05-2022, 09:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,409
Posted By wbullivant
I would recommend staying with epoxy rather than...

I would recommend staying with epoxy rather than switching to polyester. I worked with polyester for decades until I switched to epoxy about eight years ago. To my mind virtually all the ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-20-2022, 06:57 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,986
Posted By wbullivant
[QUOTE=Civilguy;839097]Yes, it only makes sense...

[QUOTE=Civilguy;839097]Yes, it only makes sense that the compressor fridges would make units which could replace absorption units.

Now I’m having one of those forehead-slap moments; the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-16-2022, 08:03 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,253
Posted By wbullivant
Hi Dino I have used Bondo (polyester resin...

Hi Dino
I have used Bondo (polyester resin with filler) for many years in making various automotive, marine, & RV repairs. About ten years ago I started using Epoxy resin / hardener with added...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-30-2021, 04:49 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,720
Posted By wbullivant
The simplest solution would be to just buy a...

The simplest solution would be to just buy a small pancake compressor for less than $100 at Harbor Freight. They normally have a pressure adjustment knob which will allow you to adjust the pressure...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-16-2021, 07:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,805
Posted By wbullivant
I think the best system would be to use a valve...

I think the best system would be to use a valve manifold where water enters the house and make a direct run for each usage. It would be nice to have no fittings in the walls but it will be very...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-16-2021, 09:25 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,805
Posted By wbullivant
Another amateur plumber here. I've done hundreds...

Another amateur plumber here. I've done hundreds of Pex joints in RV's using stainless clamps and I see no reason to use the far more expensive Sharkbite product unless there is simply not room to...
Forum: General Chat 03-01-2021, 01:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,965
Posted By wbullivant
Forgot to mention, the AC unit draws 460 watts...

Forgot to mention, the AC unit draws 460 watts maximum and has an economy mode that shuts the unit completely off between cycles.
Forum: General Chat 03-01-2021, 01:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,965
Posted By wbullivant
There isn't enough information given to draw any...

There isn't enough information given to draw any conclusions but my guess is that the cost would be prohibitive. You are better off repurposing a generic appliance such as an efficient window unit. ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-03-2021, 12:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,050
Posted By wbullivant
The most important thing is to have a...

The most important thing is to have a structurally strong mounting and that will probably be achieved by centering the fan in the opening. Once you apply the Dicor it will cover the extra holes and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-03-2021, 10:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,050
Posted By wbullivant
Hi Dennis As long as there is sufficient...

Hi Dennis
As long as there is sufficient overlap just center the fan and use new holes for mounting. You can fill the old holes with thickened epoxy as an extra precaution then use self leveling...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 12-21-2020, 07:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,985
Posted By wbullivant
If you do decide to do the repair yourself I...

If you do decide to do the repair yourself I would strongly recommend using epoxy resin rather than polyester. It is stronger, more flexible, gives you much greater working time, and unlike...
Forum: General Chat 12-09-2020, 08:42 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,119
Posted By wbullivant
Dave I've read through all the responses to...

Dave

I've read through all the responses to your post and they certainly have brought up relevant issues, particularly added weight resulting from your modifications. I think your proposed...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-25-2020, 11:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,160
Posted By wbullivant
I've used RAKA.com for the epoxy & FG cloth...

I've used RAKA.com for the epoxy & FG cloth materials for my van build. They cater to small boat builders in FL. They have good prices and are very helpful with advice via phone. I don't know...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-02-2020, 06:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 21,794
Posted By wbullivant
Hi Sigurd I have a self built camper van with a...

Hi Sigurd
I have a self built camper van with a Frigidaire 4.5 CF undercounter fridge. A fridge of this type will cost you less than $200 (mine was $125 scratch & dent). A compressor type fridge...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-17-2020, 06:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,639
Posted By wbullivant
Acollot- Hard for me to tell exactly what your...

Acollot-
Hard for me to tell exactly what your design details would be. One concern is that the air coming off the condenser will be warm and warm air tends to rise. So it would seem better to...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-11-2020, 02:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,639
Posted By wbullivant
In my installation the AC does not have a...

In my installation the AC does not have a dedicated condensate drain (mixes with air flow over condenser). I sloped the bottom surface toward the drain and fiberglassed all interior surfaces of the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-11-2020, 12:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,639
Posted By wbullivant
I built a 5,000 btu window AC unit into an area...

I built a 5,000 btu window AC unit into an area below a twin bed in my van conversion and I'm very satisfied with it's operation. The album below may give you a few ideas in dealing with your...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-30-2020, 01:47 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,009
Posted By wbullivant
Hi Acollot Here is a link to a few pics that...

Hi Acollot
Here is a link to a few pics that will help you understand the installation. Note that the area under the unit is sloped and sealed so that condensate will drain out the 4" plumbing...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-18-2019, 06:55 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 12,915
Posted By wbullivant
After having this problem on previous RV's, when...

After having this problem on previous RV's, when building a van camper I installed two Maxxair ceiling fans, with one set for intake, the other for exhaust. If you have two 14" openings on your...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-07-2019, 01:58 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,084
Posted By wbullivant
You may want to look closely at the condition and...

You may want to look closely at the condition and design of your vent fan. There are some new designs that offer great features. You will find a range of preferences but my favorite is the Maxxair...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-12-2018, 11:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,554
Posted By wbullivant
It's all a matter of wire size and amperage. ...

It's all a matter of wire size and amperage. Determine the size of wire going to your bath light. Add up the amperage draw of the bath light and the fan you want to use (and any other loads on that...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-05-2018, 10:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,237
Posted By wbullivant
Using an MPPT controller you can connect them in...

Using an MPPT controller you can connect them in series, have 36v running from the panels (less voltage drop), and still get the full amperage to the batteries. The MPPT controller acts as a DC to...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 08-01-2018, 12:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,271
Posted By wbullivant
When we lived in California (1980's) one of our...

When we lived in California (1980's) one of our favorite destinations was Flathead Lake near Kalispell. I believe there are two state parks right on the lake. Haven't made it back there since but...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-12-2018, 10:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,137
Posted By wbullivant
Lacquer thinner and possibly Acetone will soften...

Lacquer thinner and possibly Acetone will soften the contact cement if you can keep it wet for a while. I think I'd try to pull / scrape most of the fur off first. Be sure to wear a respirator...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-30-2018, 12:15 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 7,535
Posted By wbullivant
An RV two or three way refrigerator uses the...

An RV two or three way refrigerator uses the ammonia cycle. Propane or electricity is used to heat the ammonia generator to produce ammonia gas. While this is very useful, it also consumes a lot of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-14-2018, 11:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,380
Posted By wbullivant
I installed a Victron BMV 700 in my camper van...

I installed a Victron BMV 700 in my camper van which has a 460 amp battery bank and a 654 watt PV panel array. I generally keep the display on the percentage of full charge setting but it has a...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 01-12-2018, 10:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,886
Posted By wbullivant
We recently spent two nights at Deep Creek...

We recently spent two nights at Deep Creek Campground in Smokey Mountain NP. It is a few miles past the Tube Center. Clean and well run by an attentive ranger. Great hiking along the creek and...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 01-11-2018, 11:33 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 17,903
Posted By wbullivant
We've lived in western NC for fifteen years...

We've lived in western NC for fifteen years (south of Asheville) and haven't seen any tornadoes. We are 'halfbacks' as we grew up in MD/PA and spent much of our adult lives in FL. We prefer the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-18-2017, 01:50 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,722
Posted By wbullivant
AGMs definitely have advantages although I...

AGMs definitely have advantages although I question the desirability of draining more than 50%. In addition to not requiring venting they are also capable of handling a significantly greater load...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-18-2017, 01:04 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,722
Posted By wbullivant
My current Promaster van and my previous Sprinter...

My current Promaster van and my previous Sprinter van both have the lead acid wet cell chassis battery mounted inside the vehicle. In both cases they have a small (1/4" od) tube routed downward to...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-31-2017, 11:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 26,349
Posted By wbullivant
Although I've used polyester putty for years I...

Although I've used polyester putty for years I always felt it had several disadvantages. The amount of hardener (usually red but can be various colors) is very critical for setting time. Too little...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-19-2017, 12:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,362
Posted By wbullivant
I fill my GCB's to the bottom of the fill tube...

I fill my GCB's to the bottom of the fill tube when they are fully charged. I generally use a flashlight and carefully add water till I see a curved water surface around the periphery of he opening....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-29-2017, 04:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,017
Posted By wbullivant
I'm converting a camper to a van. To secure my...

I'm converting a camper to a van. To secure my cabinet doors and drawers I'm using a Stanley surface bolt 80-0005 / CD4060. They are $5.18 each on Amazon but I was lucky to find them at Lee Valley...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-18-2017, 09:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,746
Posted By wbullivant
As others have said, first determine how much...

As others have said, first determine how much load the circuit will carry and go back to the fuse box or battery if necessary. If however, you do decide to splice into an existing wire you do want...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-15-2017, 09:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,074
Posted By wbullivant
I agree that the best idea would be to replace...

I agree that the best idea would be to replace the entire vent. Presumably you have a 14" x 14" opening which will fit virtually any standard vent unit. I'm partial to the Maxxfan Deluxe 7000 or...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-09-2017, 01:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,625
Posted By wbullivant
I would try the Multi-tool first using a serrated...

I would try the Multi-tool first using a serrated knife edge blade. This tool cuts through soft material amazingly well. I personally found it was the best way to remove excess polyurethane foam...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-18-2017, 01:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,716
Posted By wbullivant
My 08 Itasca Navion had a Shub retractable shower...

My 08 Itasca Navion had a Shub retractable shower door that worked very well. We liked it enough to install a Shub in the camper conversion I am currently building. The self wiping feature works...
Forum: General Chat 04-18-2017, 12:35 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 7,105
Posted By wbullivant
I owned an Itasca Navion where the manufacturer...

I owned an Itasca Navion where the manufacturer (Winnebago) drained the bathroom sink into the black tank. It was probably more convenient for them and also kept more water in the black tank. I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-16-2017, 11:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,749
Posted By wbullivant
Contact cement is normally applied to both...

Contact cement is normally applied to both surfaces then allowed to dry to a tacky condition. Sometimes it absorbs into the surface and must have a second coat to function properly. Be very careful...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-09-2016, 10:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,830
Posted By wbullivant
I ordered my 07 Rav4 Limited V6 AWD with the tow...

I ordered my 07 Rav4 Limited V6 AWD with the tow package and it came with a four wire flat plug neatly mounted on a bracket. Don't know it that was the practice in 2009 but as another poster noted...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-16-2016, 09:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,844
Posted By wbullivant
I rigged a custom bed in the cab over of my 08...

I rigged a custom bed in the cab over of my 08 Navion class C using 24" cushions I had from a previous application. The width seemed adequate for my 6'3" 210 lb body as I primarily slept on my back...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-19-2016, 10:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,003
Posted By wbullivant
If it were my trailer I think I would make a plug...

If it were my trailer I think I would make a plug for the ends out of metal or plastic, glue in in place with epoxy or poly adhesive, and most importantly drill several 1/4" holes in the bottom of...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-11-2016, 08:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,112
Posted By wbullivant
Propylene Glycol (pink stuff) will not...

Propylene Glycol (pink stuff) will not deteriorate significantly over time - I use it in a solar hot water system with a ten year expected life. The main considerations for you are dilution and...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-09-2016, 08:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,623
Posted By wbullivant
It is risky to make a suggestion without seeing...

It is risky to make a suggestion without seeing the actual situation, but I would suggest expanding polyurethane foam as something that would fill the 1" gap, bond to virtually anything, be...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-01-2016, 09:49 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 15,835
Posted By wbullivant
I have an 07 Rav4 v6 that I use to tow a 4'x8'...

I have an 07 Rav4 v6 that I use to tow a 4'x8' utility trailer. l recently helped a friend tow the trailer behind his 2015 4 cyl Outback to pick up two scoops of landscaping mulch (around 2klbs...
Forum: General Chat 05-17-2016, 10:57 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 27,099
Posted By wbullivant
Can't help but comment on Lazy Daze as I...

Can't help but comment on Lazy Daze as I purchased a used 98 model in 2000. I don't believe they state it anywhere on the web site (and it it possible that things have changed) but they are built...
Forum: General Chat 05-09-2016, 09:04 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,636
Posted By wbullivant
I think the optimum plan is to build a sealed...

I think the optimum plan is to build a sealed battery box with a removable lid. Then run a vent tube (1/2" or larger pvc) from the top of the box in an upward direction to the outside of the trailer...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 04-17-2016, 01:37 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,738
Posted By wbullivant
What I mean is that I know of no way you can...

What I mean is that I know of no way you can change the OEM tow limit for your tow vehicle. If you were in an accident and towing more than the stated limit you could be in a difficult legal...
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