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Yesterday, 05:40 PMBoy does this take me back. I had a 1995 F250 7.3 Manual 4x4. Here is a good article...3 replies | 180 view(s)
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03-26-2024, 02:27 PMThat's why I got the instant cab heat on my Ford defrost/defogs the windshield in minutes66 replies | 5578 view(s)
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03-25-2024, 10:27 AMpowerscol replied to a thread Specifications of the Ideal Towing Vehicle for an Imagine 22MLE in Tow VehiclesYou say your planing traveling in the west and have a lot of bed stuff and 4 people. While this is a Ford the others make a comparable model. I would...12 replies | 567 view(s)
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03-23-2024, 01:42 PMWow the memories this brings back, both from making friends to near enemies. The worse experience was watching a kid take a ball off our table. I...66 replies | 5578 view(s)
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03-23-2024, 12:40 PMpowerscol replied to a thread Anyone care to suggest a good quality trailer backup cam with dash cam recorder? in General Tech TopicsI have a backup camera from Vision Works and it is OK. I did have a camera go bad and it was replaced quickly. Not sure if they have a combo unit but...17 replies | 1112 view(s)
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03-23-2024, 12:31 PMpowerscol replied to a thread Key West Trip - Campgrounds both Private and Government in Campgrounds, Destinations and RV Trip PlanningThanks Skip Wonder what reservations are like in the spring/summer/fall. I guess I need to dig a bit deeper once I know of places to stay. I would...7 replies | 489 view(s)
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03-21-2024, 11:24 AMpowerscol replied to a thread Key West Trip - Campgrounds both Private and Government in Campgrounds, Destinations and RV Trip Planning66 views and no camping spot recommendations? I did find out that Pennekamp does have camping, Florida State Park information lists it under...7 replies | 489 view(s)
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03-20-2024, 11:43 AMpowerscol replied to a thread New members who don’t follow up on their posts!!! in General DiscussionI'm old and cranky and at times it bothers me - especially the "Help I have a problem -stuck by side of road or somewhere" posts and you never hear...8 replies | 588 view(s)
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03-20-2024, 11:37 AMYou will not have an issue. Your Ford drops charge power to the 7 pin when off. Easy to check to. Also the Ford trailer control module will limit the...20 replies | 1386 view(s)
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03-19-2024, 10:43 AMpowerscol started a thread Key West Trip - Campgrounds both Private and Government in Campgrounds, Destinations and RV Trip PlanningI am planning a Key west trip for the summer of 2025 - a year out. The last time I was there was 1970 or so as a teenager scuba diving with my...7 replies | 489 view(s)
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03-17-2024, 12:05 PMAlso depending on the wiring make sure the battery disconnect is ON otherwise the charge will not reach the battery. ON is when the red key is pushed...5 replies | 377 view(s)
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03-17-2024, 12:02 PMpowerscol replied to a thread Solar and charging when RV attached to shore powerV in General DiscussionTerry I see no reason to ever turn the disconnect switch off. Just always leave it on. If you want the power off during storage or to do...10 replies | 1629 view(s)
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03-13-2024, 08:43 PMPlease understand while 7K may be 3.5" dia and 8K 4" dia its the wall thickness that's important. I believe the wall thickness is .25" for the 7K or...75 replies | 17830 view(s)
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03-06-2024, 08:56 AMIf you look up inside the turning point hatch you should find 1 extra set of holes - about a 1 to 1.5" adjustment. I have them on mine, so look...9 replies | 1787 view(s)
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03-03-2024, 01:53 PMJust a suggestion. Leave you 165 watt as is and add two new panels (as big as will fit like 200w each) and a new solar controller. I like Victron...54 replies | 8454 view(s)
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03-03-2024, 11:49 AMTo put it simply NO. Most automotive charging systems are capable of 14.4 volts or higher and are protected against back flow or excessive voltage...54 replies | 8454 view(s)
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03-02-2024, 09:14 AMThe OEM Companion is a great hitch and is very adjustable. Be sure you get the correct wedge for the hitch and not use the generic. ...12 replies | 1626 view(s)
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03-02-2024, 08:55 AM20K on the same grease is probably the reason for the scuffing.It may have gotten contaminated during the IS install. Remember to change them out as...2 replies | 261 view(s)
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03-02-2024, 12:01 AMSparky you are correct, but the bottom line is he does not even need to touch it. Install the DC-DC and go on with camping. Leave everything else as...54 replies | 8454 view(s)
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03-01-2024, 09:37 AMThere is no need to do that. Your truck alternator can and will put out 14.4V or more during charging cycles. The same as the DC-DC charger. I am...54 replies | 8454 view(s)
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02-27-2024, 11:56 PMThey were not aware of the tire speed ratings - they just drove and drove until......72 replies | 6727 view(s)
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02-27-2024, 11:53 PMI guess you have never been in west Texas I can assure you its 85 on the interstate....72 replies | 6727 view(s)
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02-27-2024, 04:25 PMI meant folks running into me. I try not to go over 70 to stay safe with traffic, but I am not about to run 80 0r 85. If I am running 70 in an 85...72 replies | 6727 view(s)
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02-27-2024, 01:51 PMI hate to ask what do you do when the speed limit is 80-85 as it is in west Texas and some roads in Utah and elsewhere. Do you run with flashers on?...72 replies | 6727 view(s)
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02-25-2024, 09:02 AMOn the back of your existing axle tube will be a manufacturer tag. Take a picture of it and contact the manufacturer. Both Lippert and Dexter will...4 replies | 1552 view(s)
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02-24-2024, 10:11 AMThe phrase is alive an well my Amigo. Just drop by any tire store and ask. We have a discount tire store here in Durango next to Walmart. While...32 replies | 1998 view(s)
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02-23-2024, 03:25 PMI am thinking of adding a small fireplace into my TV console cabinet (below the stereo in the picture) I know I would probably need to run a...12 replies | 1612 view(s)
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02-23-2024, 03:07 PMI agree. I have two power cords for my unit and that is why I got the adapter. I have had several places where I had to break out my 100' 15 amp 10...8 replies | 1021 view(s)
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02-23-2024, 01:27 PMThey do and it is important that it be used for accurate readings.26 replies | 2889 view(s)
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02-23-2024, 09:58 AMreubenray Theses folks may have what you need https://acworks.com/collections/rv-generator-adapter. They make a whole bunch of adapters. I found...8 replies | 1021 view(s)
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About powerscol
- Location:
- SW Colorado
- Occupation:
- Retired Engineer
- Serial Number:
- 573FR2725J3406349
- Product Line:
- Reflection Fifth Wheel
- Model Year:
- 2018 220RK
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2018 Reflection 150 Series 220RK 5th wheel with 6K axle upgrade. B&W 25K OEM Companion, Steadyfast system, 2022 F350 SRW 6.7 King Ranch 8' bed, Trailer reverse lights, rear spare tire holder, storage tube, sumo springs, Victron MultiPlus 12/120/3000, and Solar
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06-02-2020
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05-30-2020
- 06:36 PM - M&Lcamping mentioned powerscol in post Is RV type toilet paper really necessary?...Dawn dish soap like powerscol suggests as well.
05-26-2020
- 01:03 PM - powerscol mentioned jkwilson in post electrical shock ....u for the advise!! jkwilson John - your probabl...
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- 08:45 PM - powerscol mentioned boyscout in post How do I test or research any damage done to my FW holding tankboyscout is correct - just un...
04-11-2020
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03-20-2020
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01-14-2020
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- 02:45 PM - Lovetoaster mentioned powerscol in post Spongy / Soft Spot on floorpowerscol , I think the tank i...
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09-12-2023
- 01:39 PM - LOWCOUNTRY quoted powerscol in post East coast of Georgia, South and North Carolina, and VirginiaSummer of 23 Making a trip to ...
08-06-2023
- 08:03 AM - powerscol quoted mwdilday in post Trailer Brake TestingBuy a laser light thermometer...
08-04-2023
- 05:27 PM - sande005 quoted powerscol in post Battery thoughts needed. No Lithium replies. BATTERY EXPERTS PLEASE.For your size rig I second the...
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08-01-2023
- 05:19 PM - powerscol quoted Hoopy Frood in post New style fan for refridgerator cooling.Yes, I installed the screen mesh...
07-31-2023
- 10:04 AM - Hoopy Frood quoted powerscol in post New style fan for refridgerator cooling.Interesting. BTW - did you ins...
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07-30-2023
- 11:36 AM - powerscol quoted USA in a Chevrolet in post Alaska Bound end of JulyWe just arrived in Tok, Alaska yesterda...
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07-22-2023
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07-20-2023
- 09:40 AM - classicrockguy quoted powerscol in post Wiring Issues with 2022 Reflection 315RLTSThose appear to all be negativ...
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07-18-2023
- 07:48 PM - powerscol quoted G&A-Unbound in post 2023 Curt Axle'sThanks. I had heard that Lippert use...
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