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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
01-31-2021, 07:17 PM
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Breaker trips
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Bad Breaker....I doubt it.
I worked as a licensed industrial/commercial maintenance electrician for over 30 years. I can not recall a single instance of a weak breaker that was responsible for nuisance tripping. Yes i have...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-23-2021, 08:51 PM
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Boler Frame Crack fix or replace? Looking for advice.
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I assume this is a money question. Sure, trailer...
I assume this is a money question. Sure, trailer brakes are a nice feature especially if your tow vehicle is not robust. How much will it cost to add the brakes including the wiring necessary to the...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-23-2021, 08:12 PM
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Boler Frame Crack fix or replace? Looking for advice.
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If the "law makers" didn't require trailer breaks...
If the "law makers" didn't require trailer breaks when it was built...and the user is concerned about braking power, maybe the tow vehicle isn't up for the job. One could also make the argument that...
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Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
01-23-2021, 07:51 PM
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Water heater has kidney stones
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Possibly....but in my youth I worked on a...
Possibly....but in my youth I worked on a residential water heater that had 6" of white gravel on the bottom of the tank. This was before the days of anode rods so it was strictly mineral deposits....
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Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
01-23-2021, 07:07 PM
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Water heater has kidney stones
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You do NOT need to replace the rod unless it has...
You do NOT need to replace the rod unless it has been eaten away. They are sacrificial....meaning when they are chewed up, replace them. If not, re-use them.
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-23-2021, 06:55 PM
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Boler Frame Crack fix or replace? Looking for advice.
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How much does the trailer weigh when loaded? Most...
How much does the trailer weigh when loaded? Most people pull trailers that weigh too much for the tow vehicle. I would spend my money on a better tow vehicle than spend the money adding electric...
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Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
01-23-2021, 06:46 PM
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Water heater has kidney stones
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Won't hurt but unnecessary. The pipe threads will...
Won't hurt but unnecessary. The pipe threads will cut through the Teflon tape but more importantly water is an electrical conductor.
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Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
01-23-2021, 06:41 PM
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Water heater has kidney stones
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Anode Rod - Purpose
It is my understanding the purpose of the Anode Rod is to retard the electrolitic action that eats a hole in the water heater tank. It does not "soften" your water to prevent mineral deposits in the...
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Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
10-21-2020, 06:07 PM
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Winterizing without antifreeze, again
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Overkill but it works
Since nearly all compressors are equipped with a regulator, all you really need is a connection between the air line and the water line. I use a short piece of old garden hose and a male air fitting...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-14-2019, 07:10 PM
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Snoozy foam core is wet
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I always start with the simple and move to the...
I always start with the simple and move to the complex and finally the improbable when troubleshooting ANY problem. If it isn't the running lights, I would investigate the window gaskets. Identify...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-14-2019, 01:37 PM
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Snoozy foam core is wet
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David Prast
Water Leak
Water often leaks in around the perimeter of the running lights. you could do a leak test with a garden hose to determine the source, thus minimizing the effort to repair. It would be better than...
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General Chat
08-14-2019, 11:27 AM
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Foldable Bike Recommendations
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I purchased 3 Z Bike - Foldable about 15 years...
I purchased 3 Z Bike - Foldable about 15 years ago for $69.00 NEW with "blemishes". Here is an expired listing:
https://www.propertyroom.com/l/z-bike-unisex-folding-bike/9387880
They are 6...
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