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  1. PhilD1954

    For the RV Mechanics out there

    are we talking about the big blue bus article?
  2. PhilD1954

    Probably leaving the forum

    i also got the DM. the only way to pay is paypal and i avoid them like the plague. so i did not support the channel.
  3. PhilD1954

    starting my solar acquisitions

    a couple of photos of the old '83 jamboree rallye, fleetwood by chevy.
  4. PhilD1954

    starting my solar acquisitions

    Happy Camper, thanks for the suggestions. after some more simple math and using the numbers on the back of the panels and using the "best of" numbers, i have come up with some #'s. 260 w x 6 panels =1560w. attached is a photo of my proposed circuit, in case my worded explanation is...
  5. PhilD1954

    starting my solar acquisitions

    did some simple math. i have room for 6 of these panels. so approx 1200w. need to check the panel for stats. just need a few more lithium batteries (bought 1 so far).
  6. PhilD1954

    starting my solar acquisitions

    thank you. your replies have given me the confidence to go ahead with the plan.
  7. PhilD1954

    starting my solar acquisitions

    this is very good news. thanks for the quick response. my real estate is a 24 foot steel roof with absolutely nothing obscuring the front half of the roof. i should be able to put 4 of them up there, but would love to find room for 6 panels. dont have a photo of the roof or any measurements...
  8. PhilD1954

    starting my solar acquisitions

    i am starting to acquire the major pieces for a solar system atop my rv. today i visited a local store that sells, or recycles, panels from a "solar farm". i was told that these panels are manufactured for stationary use and as such they are not made for the rigors of van, trailer or rv life. he...
  9. PhilD1954

    another insurance thread :)

    i am also in nevada, reno. even on my pickup truck i go overboard on uninsured, under-insured. thanks
  10. PhilD1954

    another insurance thread :)

    i have to get it all for now or i wouldn't be able to add it later, but i can cancel parts of it later. so i put up the question to see who has what kind of coverage. thanks.
  11. PhilD1954

    another insurance thread :)

    i did not. for now i will be travelling, 4-6 mos after i retire this summer. i can make that decision later.
  12. PhilD1954

    another insurance thread :)

    would like to know how this works. never heard of it.
  13. PhilD1954

    another insurance thread :)

    just bought a 1983 chevy class c. particulars are fleetwood, jamboree rallye, aprox 24 feet. in talking with my insurance agent by phone, i decided on full coverage, including collision and liability, because i cant add it later but i can cancel it later. since i'm new to this, is there...
  14. PhilD1954

    Visible Limitations

    excuse me , but what does mvno stand for?
  15. PhilD1954

    Just Throwing This Out There for Consumption

    go somewhere for a weekend and i'll bet someone will be willing to tutor you on everything you have questions about. either that or find an rv repair facility to either get manuals or instructions.
  16. PhilD1954

    1987 Dodge D350

    Thanks to all. HDR I agree but sometimes we are victims of circumstance.
  17. PhilD1954

    1987 Dodge D350

    Thanks weight and uptownsport. I will admit to having a preference for a manual transmission. Would love a diesel but out of my price range right now. Any other comments?If I could figure it out I would post a couple pics. Already on Photobucket but I can't get the hang of this tablet.
  18. PhilD1954

    1987 Dodge D350

    Looking for opinions, past experiences with a similar type vehicle. I'm looking to buy a 1987 Dodge d350. It's a 1 ton, non duallie, 2 wheel drive, 360 v8, auto trans, 4 bbl carb, with a flat bed stake body, short wheelbase. Mileage unknown at this time. Concerns are mpg expectations having...
  19. PhilD1954

    Solar and Batteries

    Do a search for handybobsolar. Read what he has to say.
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