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Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 03-06-2018, 04:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,726
Posted By dmascheck
My first Optimas were awesome, but later turned...

My first Optimas were awesome, but later turned to crap! When I checked they had moved productions to Mexico. I can understand having a bad one, but I ended up having several go bad. The NAPA dealer...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 03-06-2018, 04:33 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,726
Posted By dmascheck
I have several old collector cars. I used to use...

I have several old collector cars. I used to use the high priced Optima batteries exclusively. Several years ago I started having problems with them constantly going out. I got tired of it and after...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 03-01-2018, 05:06 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,726
Posted By dmascheck
I bought a monitor, just need to get it hooked up...

I bought a monitor, just need to get it hooked up and have two large deep cycle 12 volts. Wish I would have gotten two 6 volt Trojans, but I'll replace these when they die!
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 02-28-2018, 04:34 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,726
Posted By dmascheck
I found out while hooked up to land power, the 12...

I found out while hooked up to land power, the 12 volt pulls directly though the converter. The switch was fine. If I unplug from 120, the switch works perfectly turning the 12 volt power off. But...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 12-06-2017, 05:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,726
Posted By dmascheck
I have a friend that owns a place in Ellinger...

I have a friend that owns a place in Ellinger Texas. He is 100% off the grid. Sharp electronics wiz! His house is unique!
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 12-06-2017, 04:53 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,726
Posted By dmascheck
you have any pictures? How many watts? I assume...

you have any pictures? How many watts? I assume you can't run you ac? What cost?
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 12-05-2017, 11:35 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,726
Posted By dmascheck
Mine has a dedicated compartment for only two...

Mine has a dedicated compartment for only two batteries. Above compartment in the same door area has all the fuses and shut off! So you took your batteries out and moved them to the basement area? Id...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 12-05-2017, 09:23 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,726
Posted By dmascheck
It’s not the first time I’ve heard that. I...

It’s not the first time I’ve heard that.

I have everything packed in individual clear plastic boxes with clamp on lids. I have one for sewer, one for potable water and gas, one for wheel oriented...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 12-04-2017, 02:02 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,726
Posted By dmascheck
It would sure be nice to have them in the...

It would sure be nice to have them in the basement, but on my design there may be too much wasted space! But then even one in the basement would help getting things out much easier! The batteries are...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 12-04-2017, 08:03 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,726
Posted By dmascheck
I appreciate the help. Right now, I’m worried...

I appreciate the help. Right now, I’m worried about the handle breaking off that allows the water tank to be filled. Not made anymore. So next weekend I’ll unload the basement to get good access to...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 12-04-2017, 04:23 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,726
Posted By dmascheck
Thank you! I need to measure mine. Mine is...

Thank you! I need to measure mine. Mine is narrow, but deep! Sure would be handy!

The more I did into my older trailer, the more I like it! Everything is very soundly built, to last! I have a...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 12-03-2017, 05:14 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,726
Posted By dmascheck
I noticed a main basement slide out tray which...

I noticed a main basement slide out tray which was nice. any complain that it wastes space! I never saw one small enough for the batteries! Sure would be a help, servicing them hence thinking about...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 12-02-2017, 07:19 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,726
Posted By dmascheck
I'll upgrade when the ones I have go south! ...

I'll upgrade when the ones I have go south!

Being I have no slide out tray, would it not be wise to go AGM, so I don't have to check the fluid? I wish there was some way to install a battery...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 12-01-2017, 12:51 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,726
Posted By dmascheck
They have two different ones! Trojan Reliant...

They have two different ones!
Trojan Reliant T105-AGM Deep-Cycle Battery $269
Trojan Trojan 6 Volt Battery T-105

Also what is this??
4 X TROJAN BATTERY T-105 PLUS 6V DEEP CYCLE FLOODED 225 Ah
...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 12-01-2017, 10:26 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,726
Posted By dmascheck
Great thank you!

Great thank you!
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 12-01-2017, 08:42 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,726
Posted By dmascheck
I'm happy and I love the King of the Road. While...

I'm happy and I love the King of the Road. While no longer made anymore, the quality of build, far surpasses others I see made today! Just trying to update with newer features!

If I knew what I...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 12-01-2017, 05:16 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,726
Posted By dmascheck
Pretty much what I figured! I will put in a...

Pretty much what I figured!

I will put in a new smart converter today and hope it will help maintain the batteries. I also changed all the bulbs to LED and it's made a significant difference in...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 11-30-2017, 04:35 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,726
Posted By dmascheck
Batter charger and converter.

Can you run a batter charger and converter on your batteries simultaneously?

I know the question comes up WHY? Just curious?
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