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Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 07-21-2020, 09:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,058
Posted By dspizzle
Yea. I see where it normally is on the back side...

Yea. I see where it normally is on the back side of the trans. But the only sensors in mine are the trans temp sensors and the neutral safety switch.
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 07-15-2020, 10:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,058
Posted By dspizzle
Nobody has a clue where the sensor might be?

Nobody has a clue where the sensor might be?
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 07-10-2020, 04:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,058
Posted By dspizzle
Speedometer not working, can’t find sensor

The speedometer stopped reading and a cel for it popped up not too long after. I can’t find the sensor anywhere. Not on the back end of the trans. Not in the rear diff. Any clue where the bus is...
Forum: Skoolie Life 08-01-2019, 12:44 PM
Replies: 562
Views: 78,623
Posted By dspizzle
Question for the Florida skoolies: Looking to...

Question for the Florida skoolies:
Looking to purchase a towed vehicle. I’m in Idaho currently and not coming back to Florida anytime soon. Anyone know how to transfer title and register without...
Forum: Skoolie Life 05-14-2019, 09:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,777
Posted By dspizzle
I was thinking the same thing about vertical...

I was thinking the same thing about vertical mount. Thinking of bolting a fork mount at the top and a rear wheel track at the bottom. Then 2 eyelets for a strap to take hold it all in place.
Need...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 03-13-2019, 11:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 841
Posted By dspizzle
Tail lights and runners won’t work.

My headlights work fine as well as my brake lights. But my tail lights and runner lights will not turn on.

Any idea how to troubleshoot?

1999 Thomas saf t liner mvp.

Thank you!
Forum: Mobile Tech | Phone, Internet & e-Gadgets 05-29-2018, 09:25 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 12,787
Posted By dspizzle
Yea. It's definately something that I may add...

Yea. It's definately something that I may add later depending on what our lifestyle is on the road. Was just wondering if anyone had experience and if the coverage of sat internet is actually...
Forum: Mobile Tech | Phone, Internet & e-Gadgets 05-29-2018, 08:53 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 12,787
Posted By dspizzle
No thoughts on this?

No thoughts on this?
Forum: Mobile Tech | Phone, Internet & e-Gadgets 05-27-2018, 08:00 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 12,787
Posted By dspizzle
Has anyone had any luck with HughesNet Gen5? ...

Has anyone had any luck with HughesNet Gen5?

- 25 mbps down
- 5mbps up
- $675 hardware
- $90/month

Pretty expensive, and I know it has got to be a PITA to set up each time. But if it is...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 05-07-2018, 10:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,340
Posted By dspizzle
Is there any need to run a 50 amp service if I'm...

Is there any need to run a 50 amp service if I'm not running a rooftop ac?
Not planning to be plugged in very often, if ever.
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 05-04-2018, 11:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,340
Posted By dspizzle
Heard on the 10 ga for sure. 16 ga was what a...

Heard on the 10 ga for sure. 16 ga was what a voltage calculator pumped out for only a 2% voltage drop. I think it is because the voltage is high in that wire and the load is very small. But I might...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 05-04-2018, 08:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,340
Posted By dspizzle
Trying to get this stuff purchased and installed...

Trying to get this stuff purchased and installed asap.
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 05-03-2018, 06:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,340
Posted By dspizzle
How does the setup look overall?

How does the setup look overall?
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 05-03-2018, 11:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,340
Posted By dspizzle
Wire Sizing Help Please

So I have researched many different peoples setups and everyone does it a little different. Here is my thoughts on a setup.

Need major advice on the wire sizing please.

P.S. I have read...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 04-21-2018, 06:45 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,587
Posted By dspizzle
Can you explain why you are happy with it, what...

Can you explain why you are happy with it, what runs on 24vdc, and what you use a step down converter on?
:Thanx:
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 04-19-2018, 09:10 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,587
Posted By dspizzle
Right. I was more interested in regards to...

Right. I was more interested in regards to voltage loss, and wire sizing.

As I understand it, its much easier to have higher efficiency with a higher voltage. But maybe it doesn't make a big...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 04-19-2018, 08:20 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,587
Posted By dspizzle
Makes sense. I kind of talked myself out of it...

Makes sense. I kind of talked myself out of it simply by the number of Batteries I can have. Was planning on 6 6v. So 24v seems like a no go from that alone...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 04-19-2018, 07:42 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,587
Posted By dspizzle
The question was more for the house batteries....

The question was more for the house batteries. Why dont people run 24v systems more often?
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 04-19-2018, 07:30 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,587
Posted By dspizzle
Why 12vdc over 24vdc?

I see everyone running 12volt systems in their skoolies. Wondering why?

24-->12 step down converters seem pretty cheap
You can run a smaller MPPT Charge Controller saving $$
24Vdc is supposed...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 04-03-2018, 01:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,517
Posted By dspizzle
I am planning on keeping as much DC as possible...

I am planning on keeping as much DC as possible because of conversion loss. I think the inverter is only 80%??? efficient, or something like that.
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 03-16-2018, 10:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,835
Posted By dspizzle
Good advice. I haven't gotten to the RV insurance...

Good advice. I haven't gotten to the RV insurance stage yet. Roof deck will probably be the last step. I just want to have the anchor points there before insulating and putting the ceiling on. Will...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 03-16-2018, 09:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,835
Posted By dspizzle
Roof wont have anything on it when moving. Will...

Roof wont have anything on it when moving. Will just be a hangout spot. Would assume no more than 6 could fit up that at any 1 time.

What size angle would you suggest for the anchor points? These...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 03-16-2018, 08:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,835
Posted By dspizzle
Engineers! Angle Iron and All Thread sizes

So I working on a few different projects, but both require weight on some iron and all thread rod.

Looking for the best size to use for my applications. Don't want to go too thick as I will be...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 03-13-2018, 07:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,440
Posted By dspizzle
The the charge controller one tells me - how...

The the charge controller one tells me
- how much sun I am getting
- Battery level in %?
- Stage of Charge
- Anything else?

Inverter/Charger tells me:
- AC Draw?
- Source (Gen, Shore, or...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 03-13-2018, 02:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,440
Posted By dspizzle
Right. I get what the CC and Inverter/Charger are...

Right. I get what the CC and Inverter/Charger are doing. Just wondering what type of data the displays show and if they are needed.
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