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Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 03-06-2018, 04:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,128
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: 17,128
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 03-02-2018, 04:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,644
Posted By dmascheck
What was the cost of the unit? Any problems to...

What was the cost of the unit? Any problems to date. Did you install the unit or you had some one install it?
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 03-01-2018, 05:06 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,128
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, 04:45 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,762
Posted By dmascheck
Good points to think about! I still want a...

Good points to think about!

I still want a washer and dryer if we decide to use the fifth wheel longer service. Going to a laundry is a pain and I'd prefer to use my own when I need it, plus the...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 02-28-2018, 04:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,762
Posted By dmascheck
Interesting to know, but I can use an electric...

Interesting to know, but I can use an electric space heater for supplement and have a couple of Buddy propane heaters if I need to. Being in Texas on the Gulf Coast, we are relatively warm year...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 02-28-2018, 04:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,478
Posted By dmascheck
While hooked up to shore power, the converter...

While hooked up to shore power, the converter supplies the 12 volt DC directly bypassing the switch. If you disconnect from shore power the switch works fine. I installed a new switch thinking...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 02-28-2018, 04:34 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,128
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 02-28-2018, 04:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,644
Posted By dmascheck
Great news! I want to replace the internal...

Great news!

I want to replace the internal tank heater. They run from about $500 to over $1000 depending on brand. Wish I could find some definitive information on what brand to go with and why...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 02-11-2018, 11:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,763
Posted By dmascheck
The shower head is a no brainer. I want to ditch...

The shower head is a no brainer. I want to ditch the plastic controls.
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 02-11-2018, 06:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,763
Posted By dmascheck
Plastic fixtures in shower!

I have an older King of the Road we bought, and as most trailers I seen, they have the cheap plastic fixtures. Is there any source that can be found to replace with metal fixtures.

I've already...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repairs 02-11-2018, 06:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,880
Posted By dmascheck
Not a bad idea.

Not a bad idea.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repairs 02-10-2018, 09:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,880
Posted By dmascheck
I agree, but finding a tech???

I agree, but finding a tech???
Forum: General Maintenance and Repairs 02-10-2018, 06:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,880
Posted By dmascheck
I checked on Russell and found a bad review and a...

I checked on Russell and found a bad review and a few good ones. Conroe is a bit of a drive for me.
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 02-10-2018, 06:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,151
Posted By dmascheck
Hate to say it, but it came loose and is a carbon...

Hate to say it, but it came loose and is a carbon dioxide/smoke detector.
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 02-10-2018, 06:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,717
Posted By dmascheck
It would work, but I prefer the longer handle...

It would work, but I prefer the longer handle that gives you more a long fulcrum to turn.
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 02-10-2018, 06:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,717
Posted By dmascheck
I agree your panel in the rear looks like a train...

I agree your panel in the rear looks like a train wreck, but what I see is easier to fix than mine! The tubing is cut so short which makes it a major problem removing and reinstalling!
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 02-09-2018, 04:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,717
Posted By dmascheck
Mine are held in place with very short runs of...

Mine are held in place with very short runs of pex which solves the problem of twisting, but causes other problems joining them back together. If it wasn’t so darn hard I’d replace all 4, but I’ll...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repairs 02-09-2018, 03:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,880
Posted By dmascheck
Thank you!

Thank you!
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 01-16-2018, 09:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,988
Posted By dmascheck
Believe it or not, I thought of the same thing!...

Believe it or not, I thought of the same thing! I've heat to even stretch PVC. I know it will work and make my life easier! If it works real easy, I might try another valve, but right now I'm not...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 01-16-2018, 05:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,988
Posted By dmascheck
I have a maze of small pieces of pex tying in all...

I have a maze of small pieces of pex tying in all the valves! If I'm careful removing the copper band, and plan on using the cinch type bands due to space confinements, can the existing tube be...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 01-15-2018, 04:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,988
Posted By dmascheck
They make a tool, but it's worthless in my...

They make a tool, but it's worthless in my situation. I can't find my Dremel, btu have a friend with one!
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 01-14-2018, 02:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,988
Posted By dmascheck
Removing Pex fastner copper band

I have a tight area in my water control panel I need to remove the fresh water fill valve. The valve sheared off flush and it’s a King of The Road Trailer that is no longer manufactured.

I bought...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 01-11-2018, 04:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,715
Posted By dmascheck
Thank you!!

Thank you!!
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 01-11-2018, 09:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,715
Posted By dmascheck
Pex fasteners.

I’ve been using the copper fastener rings for pex in my trailer. I noticed there are stainless pinch type clamps also available. They may call them by a different name.

I know each type uses a...
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