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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 10-06-2021, 07:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,796
Posted By Vin and Janice
Hi All This is Vin w/ some answers. No, we...

Hi All
This is Vin w/ some answers.
No, we did not test before installing the fridge. I built a small 2x4 and plywood stand to rest the old fridge on when removing, and the new fridge on when...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 10-06-2021, 03:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,796
Posted By Vin and Janice
Successfully Installing a new Dometic RMD 10.5XT

Hello All;
Like many others, our RMD 8555 fridge in our 5.0 failed. Repair cost estimates were over half the cost of the new 10.5 XT fridge, so we bit the bullet and got the new fridge .
Dometic...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 09-01-2021, 12:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,959
Posted By Vin and Janice
thanks Donna; sent a note to him. He had a...

thanks Donna;
sent a note to him. He had a tech do the 12v, so I'm hoping to talk to him and find out how to power it up.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 09-01-2021, 12:13 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 19,428
Posted By Vin and Janice
Hi, this is Vin; We spent over an houir w/...

Hi, this is Vin;
We spent over an houir w/ dometic, but they wont let a tech talk to a consumer. Can you give me the tech's name / number who did your elecrtical hook up? I need to know how /...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 09-01-2021, 10:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,959
Posted By Vin and Janice
RMD 10.5XT install

Hello Everyone,
Like several other individuals that have had to replace their RMD 8555, we ordered and finally received the Dometic direct replacement RMD 10.5XT. There isn't a terminal block to...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 08-31-2021, 08:09 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 13,769
Posted By Vin and Janice
Domestic replacement guide

I found this "new for old-simply swap" guide on the dometic website...see attached photo for recommended replacement fridge. Even though I am extremely disappointed in the RMD 8555, I am going to...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 08-30-2021, 07:48 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 13,769
Posted By Vin and Janice
Hi John; Dometic has a direct replacement for...

Hi John;
Dometic has a direct replacement for the 8555. It's their RMD 10.5XT. I ordered on the week of Memorial day, and picked it up today. I'll begin install tomorrow. The new one is 1/2"...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-23-2021, 08:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,506
Posted By Vin and Janice
Hi Folks; Thanks for the replies. As I read up...

Hi Folks;
Thanks for the replies. As I read up on deep cycle batteries, there is lots of talk on the benefits of AGM (advanced glass mat) style batteries - lighter weight, longer life, no spillage,...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-22-2021, 09:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,506
Posted By Vin and Janice
Battery Replacement

Hi Folks;
Our 2015 5.0 still has the original Interstate deep cycle batteries. I'd like to replace them before they become a problem. Does anyone have recommendations on good replacements?
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-06-2021, 09:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,482
Posted By Vin and Janice
Hello Hawkeye Ed, I went back and double...

Hello Hawkeye Ed,
I went back and double checked my measurements again so I'm a little late responding.
You are correct - the minimum pedestal height, plus the sub-base, plus the linear bearing...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-03-2021, 11:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,482
Posted By Vin and Janice
We sized our linear bearing rail to maximize the...

We sized our linear bearing rail to maximize the slide side to side travel but still fit between the bed rails (when in the bed position) and ended up purchasing a 800mm length (31.5") linear bearing...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-02-2021, 10:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,482
Posted By Vin and Janice
Tonny, The base overall dimensions are 16"W x...

Tonny,
The base overall dimensions are 16"W x 29"L x .5" thick plywood. We set the bearing blocks at 14" outside to outside on the width of the base and 16" outside to outside on the length. All...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-02-2021, 10:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,482
Posted By Vin and Janice
glad you like it.... steal away ....lol

glad you like it.... steal away ....lol
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-02-2021, 04:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,482
Posted By Vin and Janice
Dinette Table Modifications

Attached is a PDF document and lots of pictures describing how we modified our dinette table using a Springfield pedestal and linear bearings. I hope you find this information useful.
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 03-25-2021, 10:15 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,540
Posted By Vin and Janice
OMG .... what a beautiful spot to camp. Where is...

OMG .... what a beautiful spot to camp. Where is this?
Also, thanks for the pictures. It helps me understand how the install will work. I'll be placing my order for the components tonight.
Janice
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 03-25-2021, 06:40 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,540
Posted By Vin and Janice
Thanks for the links to the switches and lights. ...

Thanks for the links to the switches and lights. Would you mind posting a picture of one of the switches installed in a cabinet? This is definitely on my to do list.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-18-2020, 10:14 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 11,173
Posted By Vin and Janice
We have traveled/towed over 10k miles using the...

We have traveled/towed over 10k miles using the gooseneck setup. We have a convert-a-ball adapter on our escape which allowed us to use our existing gooseneck hitch. This is a great setup for us...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-15-2020, 07:50 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 11,173
Posted By Vin and Janice
Here are 2 pictures, we're usually taking...

Here are 2 pictures, we're usually taking pictures of scenery, not the rig!
We use a gooseneck hitch / adapter and love it. There's way more room in the truck bed with this arrangement.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-13-2020, 08:10 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 11,173
Posted By Vin and Janice
Hi, My wife and I tow our 5.0TA with a "06...

Hi,
My wife and I tow our 5.0TA with a "06 Ram 2500 w/ cummins diesel. I don't remember the rail height, but the truck came with a factory lift kit, so it's up there. We already had a gooseneck...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 10-30-2015, 07:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,122
Posted By Vin and Janice
Good morning C&G, thanks for the input. We...

Good morning C&G, thanks for the input. We realize it is a long shot but we are hopeful. Escape isn't taking orders until 2016 and delivery won't be until 2017. We are planning to place an order...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 10-29-2015, 09:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,122
Posted By Vin and Janice
5.0ta (deleted)

After researching and actually getting to see a 5.0TA, my husband and I wish to purchase one. So if anyone is selling theirs please send us a message.
Forum: Classifieds Archive 10-06-2015, 08:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,208
Posted By Vin and Janice
possible pictures

I am also interested in your trailer. Can you please send pictures? Thanks, Janice
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