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Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 05-13-2017, 07:57 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 14,614
Posted By NJ Joe
I agree that the battery is still there. The...

I agree that the battery is still there. The current path from the battery to the breakaway switch is the question. The answer depends on the original trailer wiring and how you tie the DC controller...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 05-12-2017, 08:14 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 14,614
Posted By NJ Joe
I have also looked into the DC to DC charger...

I have also looked into the DC to DC charger solution. I have used this solution in my slide-in camper for about two years now without any problems. For my Escape 21, the cable run would be longer...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 04-22-2016, 03:58 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,506
Posted By NJ Joe
I have had the Ctek D250S Dual installed in my...

I have had the Ctek D250S Dual installed in my slide-in camper for about a year now. It has been able to fully charge my 2 group 31 batteries and keep up with my 12v compressor frig and freezer while...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 06-08-2015, 07:40 PM
Replies: 524
Views: 119,084
Posted By NJ Joe
Reace, just wondering if you have considered a...

Reace, just wondering if you have considered a fiberglass fairing around the epoxy attached solar panel ? I think as long as the fairing is in place the panel should not have any unusual forces on...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 04-05-2015, 12:52 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,491
Posted By NJ Joe
The 13.3 amps is at 120 V. Your 15A charger will...

The 13.3 amps is at 120 V. Your 15A charger will have no problems producing it's rated output. I run my 30A charger on the boat with my 1000W Yamaha generator without any problems.
Forum: General Escape 04-05-2015, 09:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,788
Posted By NJ Joe
Looks like the Airstream would provide better...

Looks like the Airstream would provide better protection for the occupants.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 03-18-2015, 02:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,637
Posted By NJ Joe
I have been using the Dometic (Waeco) CF 35 in my...

I have been using the Dometic (Waeco) CF 35 in my slide-in camper since 2010 and plan to use it to supplement the refrigerator my Escape 21. It has also come in handy without the camper on several...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 01-27-2015, 02:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,028
Posted By NJ Joe
I have been using AGM batteries on both my boat...

I have been using AGM batteries on both my boat and slide-in camper because on both, the battery box is difficult to get to. There is no water level to check and they also provide an extra level of...
Forum: Paper Escape 01-24-2015, 02:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,993
Posted By NJ Joe
Thanks for the suggestions. I will take a closer...

Thanks for the suggestions. I will take a closer look at replacement value policies. My only concern would be how well that will work in the event of a total loss since the ordering cycle for an...
Forum: Paper Escape 01-23-2015, 05:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,993
Posted By NJ Joe
Agreed Value Insurance policy

Does anyone have a recommendation for an insurance company that will provide an Agreed Value policy for an Escape ? I have previously used Progressive to insure campers, but they will no longer...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 12-13-2014, 07:28 AM
Replies: 218
Views: 34,229
Posted By NJ Joe
I did hear back from my aerospace resource. It...

I did hear back from my aerospace resource. It turns out that it is not easy to model this since there has not been much study done of this particular problem. It looks like data collection of actual...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 12-09-2014, 10:30 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 25,323
Posted By NJ Joe
I'm not sure if this particular battery is made...

I'm not sure if this particular battery is made by East Penn but I know some of the Duracell brand batteries are.

https://www.dekabatteries.com/assets/base/1913.pdf
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 12-08-2014, 08:36 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 25,323
Posted By NJ Joe
Lifeline is an exception to rule for not...

Lifeline is an exception to rule for not equalizing AGM batteries. It should not be done on a regular basis, only if you are having capacity problems. Lifeline Batteries - Marine & RV Deep Cycle...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 12-07-2014, 12:35 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 25,323
Posted By NJ Joe
I have been getting about 8 years out of my...

I have been getting about 8 years out of my lifeline batteries on the boat. Not sure how old your GPL31XT is but you may want to try an equalizing charge on it if you have not done so already. I...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 12-05-2014, 07:50 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 25,323
Posted By NJ Joe
I have not used the CTEK in a camper yet, only...

I have not used the CTEK in a camper yet, only bench testing, so not 100% sure it is going to do what is needed. On the bench, I was able to verify that it does boost the voltage, but I only tested...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 12-05-2014, 04:48 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 25,323
Posted By NJ Joe
Brian, Yes i did type that in wrong. It is...

Brian,

Yes i did type that in wrong. It is the D250S. A bit expensive but i believe it may be the least costly method, in terms of time and dollars, to correct the voltage drop. Previously i have...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 12-05-2014, 10:47 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 25,323
Posted By NJ Joe
Jim, I think you are having trouble keeping...

Jim,

I think you are having trouble keeping up because of the voltage drop in the long run for the charge cable from the truck to the back of the 21. I am planning to try this DC to DC charger...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 11-19-2014, 11:02 PM
Replies: 218
Views: 34,229
Posted By NJ Joe
Mel, I think taking some measurements to...

Mel,

I think taking some measurements to determine what is actually happening would be a good first step. taping some yarn to the side of the trailer near the vent may give you an indication of...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 11-18-2014, 08:29 PM
Replies: 218
Views: 34,229
Posted By NJ Joe
I think on many trailer designs, the air gets...

I think on many trailer designs, the air gets disrupted long before it hits either the top or side vents, and prevents the negative pressure. The vent design from Dometic may be counting on that. ...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 11-18-2014, 01:40 PM
Replies: 218
Views: 34,229
Posted By NJ Joe
Any concern with the air that enters through your...

Any concern with the air that enters through your new bottom vent getting sucked out the side vent when the trailer is underway ?
Forum: New Member Introductions 10-24-2014, 08:00 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 10,076
Posted By NJ Joe
I did a little more digging online, and found...

I did a little more digging online, and found both sides of the argument presented, but no authoritative source of information referenced by anyone on either side of this, only opinion. Carl's...
Forum: New Member Introductions 10-23-2014, 02:48 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 10,076
Posted By NJ Joe
Since a lot of the Escape trailers have the EMS,...

Since a lot of the Escape trailers have the EMS, I figured it would be a good idea to get some direct input from progressive on this. While the response does not really support my position, or...
Forum: New Member Introductions 10-23-2014, 10:41 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 10,076
Posted By NJ Joe
I completely respect everyone's opinion here. I...

I completely respect everyone's opinion here. I have read through many posts from Jon and others on the forum, and have learned quite a bit. I have one additional question to throw out there. If the...
Forum: New Member Introductions 10-23-2014, 08:37 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 10,076
Posted By NJ Joe
In the case of the TV example, most (probably...

In the case of the TV example, most (probably all) TVs sold in the US have gone through UL testing to ensure the combination of power cord size and internal fuse does not cause a fire hazard. In the...
Forum: New Member Introductions 10-23-2014, 08:13 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 10,076
Posted By NJ Joe
I would disagree with the statement that it is ok...

I would disagree with the statement that it is ok connect a 30A Trailer to a 50A connection at the site unless you are 100% sure that all of the wiring leading up to the 30A main breaker is rated for...
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