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Forum: General Chat 09-01-2021, 01:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,589
Posted By Craig Alan
17' Casita SD with LOUD AC

We have noticed that to maintain a nice sleeping tent in the AZ Spring or Fall, we run our factory installed AC on Low fan and the temp setting about midway. The fan is still very loud and being...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-01-2021, 01:11 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 11,246
Posted By Craig Alan
But John, didn't you once say that you don't...

But John, didn't you once say that you don't typically use much power? That's an important "other side of the coin" data point you didn't discuss. Specifically, how many AH are draining each day to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-20-2021, 03:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,162
Posted By Craig Alan
Solar Panels: FIRST OFF, LAST ON!!!

Solar Panels: FIRST OFF, LAST ON!!!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-20-2021, 02:54 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,414
Posted By Craig Alan
Propane is NO PAIN!

No, you DON'T have a lot of solar. At least not when we're talking powering a fridge.

When running at 12v your fridge draws about 10 amps, or 10 amp-hours/hour. Unfortunately, we need to run our...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-20-2021, 01:04 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,079
Posted By Craig Alan
Family of Five?

Yes, buy the 13-footer and try it for a year.

I have strong doubts you will enjoy your camper experience. A family of five in a 13-footer is a recipe for disaster. Save your pennies, you really...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-21-2020, 03:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,326
Posted By Craig Alan
Panels on Our Casita with VMB - No Bolts or Holes!

We've been across the country twice and made several local AZ trips. If these panels fly off, I'm going to have four holes in our RV.

Dealing with angles and overhangs is a challenge. I used...
Forum: General Chat 10-03-2020, 03:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 20,630
Posted By Craig Alan
That Dang-Nab CO Sensor!

When we bought our 2016 Casita SD 17, the prior owner had removed the CO sensor and replaced it (?) with a standard Casita lamp/shroud/switch. Since we rarely remove the bed, the light under there...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-05-2020, 03:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,876
Posted By Craig Alan
Voltage Drop in Copper Wire

Yes, your case looks too close for comfort to me. According to a calculator I use, the voltage drop is over 5% and about 1 volt (10 gage, 80 ft, 17 volt panel output, 6 A panel output). Voltage drops...
Forum: General Chat 08-29-2020, 11:56 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,577
Posted By Craig Alan
How about you crawl in first and hub crawls in...

How about you crawl in first and hub crawls in after? That way, when he crawls out at 4:30 am there's no disturbance.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-21-2020, 09:22 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,397
Posted By Craig Alan
Thanks, Paul, for your willingness to share this...

Thanks, Paul, for your willingness to share this information. I read a lot of system descriptions over the last couple of years but not a lot were as extensive or as thoroughly described as yours....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-21-2020, 10:14 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,397
Posted By Craig Alan
Thank you. Your system sounds superb, and I think...

Thank you. Your system sounds superb, and I think others would like to know what a top-shelf system might run.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-19-2020, 01:12 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,397
Posted By Craig Alan
This engineer says GREAT JOB! What...

This engineer says GREAT JOB!

What convinced you not to mount a panel on the roof?

And a bigger question: What did all of the modifications cost? Ballpark is fine.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-19-2020, 12:11 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 12,315
Posted By Craig Alan
VHB 5952 holding Z-brackets is working for us. I...

VHB 5952 holding Z-brackets is working for us. I used silicone to protect the tape around the edges and holes in the bracket. Z-brackets are angled using hard rubber toilet shims between bracket and...
Forum: General Chat 08-17-2020, 09:41 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 35,644
Posted By Craig Alan
Thank you, Bill and Perry, for educating me about...

Thank you, Bill and Perry, for educating me about why Casita is not likely to change a tried and true (and sold out well into the future) design. I've been hidden away in academia my entire life and...
Forum: General Chat 08-16-2020, 07:44 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 35,644
Posted By Craig Alan
Casita Battery Bin Needs Redesign

About a year ago, my wife and our 8-lb Chihuahua bought a Casita Spirit Deluxe 17. As an engineer, I am very pleased with the build quality. However, I wish Casita would make a couple mods or option...
Forum: General Chat 05-30-2020, 12:35 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,428
Posted By Craig Alan
It looks like it should be towed by the Oscar...

It looks like it should be towed by the Oscar Meyer Wienermobile!
Forum: General Chat 05-23-2020, 04:06 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,442
Posted By Craig Alan
Tucson's Finest in Blue - Without Masks and Within Two Feet

AZ is still the wild west, and no more so than in Tucson, where you still occasionally see javalina or coyote running through midtown. Many of the folk in this town also have a cavalier, "let it come...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-02-2020, 06:23 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,633
Posted By Craig Alan
Raspy: You provided some good info here that...

Raspy: You provided some good info here that warrants further thought. Thanks for responding.

I did not mean to imply that I or anyone should wait until the "magic 50%" battery AH deficit before...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-21-2020, 10:01 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,633
Posted By Craig Alan
Good point, John. I know you're aware that I'm...

Good point, John. I know you're aware that I'm only counting amp hours when the blower is shaken the house, and the length of time it runs depends on thermostat setting and climate. Again, I'm new to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-21-2020, 08:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,633
Posted By Craig Alan
Thank you, Gordon. I've learned SO MUCH from...

Thank you, Gordon. I've learned SO MUCH from those of you who share your RV experiences. In turn, I wanted to share what I've learned about solar systems over the last three months. Thank you for...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-21-2020, 05:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,633
Posted By Craig Alan
Solar Primer

I decided to write a bit of an overview for those who are just starting out with solar. To those brave souls who are just departing on this adventure, I say take your time. There is a lot to learn.
...
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