Plague projects

[Mike Lewis]

Originally Posted by alanmalk

Stringing 100's of feet of wire up at 80 feet isn't puny!

I want pictures when you are finished.

Well, I guess not then. I don't have a tower and I don't want to put one up. I guess I'll lower (literally) my ambitions re 160m.

Regarding the current project: I want to create a good antenna system for AM, FM, and TV, as I don't have cable and I don't have enough bandwidth to stream audio or video via the Web.

Before I moved home a former tenant had DirectTV run coax to every room in the house, via the outside. I dismantled all this, so now I have hundreds of feet of 75-ohm coax that I otherwise have no use for, as ham radio transmitters use 50-ohm cable. But I can use it for TV and commercial AM and FM reception. I currently use a King Jack powered antenna for TV and FM, and I will add the longwire antenna for AM. It might work.

[HABBERDABBER]

Originally Posted by arniesea

What battery switch did you order? I’ve been looking for one to replace mine that failed.

On eBay:


Battery Disconnect Switch Cut/Shut Off Marine 275/1250Amp Ship Boat Yacht...



$16. I had ordered the same from Amazon, around the same cost, but delivery was 6 weeks. Must be because they're busy shipping TP. Cancelled that order.

[Red Dog]

Originally Posted by HABBERDABBER

Having cancelled an Escape get-away trip south a few weeks ago, I've been occupying myself with projects, many on my rig. Inspired by Jimrules and Reddog, I installed LED strip lighting in the wardrobe cabinet, dinette uppers and above the dinette. The cabinet lights are actuated when opened with magnetic proximity switches.

Tom,
They look great! My wife loves them.

In addition to the upper cabinets, I went nuts and installed them in all the door openings, drawers and the three outside hatch doors. Plus, I also installed LEDs behind the valances to create a soft lighting. A total of 31 locations.

My inspiration credit goes to Jim Bennett.

Regards,

Fred M.

[Red Dog]

HABBERDABBER,
Here is another Corona project to consider.



Link2Home Space Saver Pop Up Outlet with USB, 3 Power Outlets 15A, 2 USB Ports 2.4A Fast Charge, Splash Resistant, Stainless-Steel Finish, for Kitchen Counter Island, Office Table and Workshop https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XKWPK8L..._3sDJEbE5RJVNB

Fred M.

[Farmerdoug]

Did the same, led strips in upper cabinets, led lamps in lower cabinets. Found I could run a 12 volt line to the fuse panel along the DS wall behind the bathroom using fiberglass rod.
i am using micro switches on lower doors, upper led strips use a remote Good time to work on projects at home, since Code Enforcement hasn't been around.

[Farmerdoug]

adding this power popup to my list, Although that fixture isn't available right now.

[Red Dog]

Originally Posted by Farmerdoug

adding this power popup to my list, Although that fixture isn't available right now.

Dang! I had ordered the longer one, but had to send it back, because it would not clear properly. This one did the trick. I hope they bring it back.

Fred M.

[Doug2000]

Originally Posted by HABBERDABBER

Having cancelled an Escape get-away trip south a few weeks ago, I've been occupying myself with projects, many on my rig. Inspired by Jimrules and Reddog, I installed LED strip lighting in the wardrobe cabinet, dinette uppers and above the dinette. The cabinet lights are actuated when opened with magnetic proximity switches.


Obviously, none of this effort is necessary, and the cabinet lights are a PITA to get power to. But..."busy hands are happy hands", so it's said. I'm not big on TV and media, and do enjoy tinkering.


Also added reflectix sheets to the front window rock guard. I had some lying about, so why not? Awaiting a more robust battery disconnect switch to be delivered, and may be running out of things to do on the rig. I guess wheel bearing inspection may come up, given the length of time and severity of this pandemic and my need to putz.


bon voyage

Can you give me the details on the LED lights and where you bought them. I can build anything, but little electrical I need help with.

[HABBERDABBER]

All materials sourced from Amazon. If you can, try the non-waterproof version of LED strip. With waterproof, you need to remove some coating to acquire electrical contact. Either will work.



Muzata LED Channel System with Milky White Cover Lens,Silver Aluminum Extrusion Profile Housing Diffuser Track for Strip Light with 5PACK 3.3FT U Shape U1SW WW 1M, LU1

5X Normally Closed Normally Open Magnetic Switch Proximity Switch for DC 5V 12V 24V Light, GPS,Alarm or Other Device

GuoTonG Warm White LED Strip Lights, Waterproof cuttable 300 SMD 2835 LED Tape, 3000K 12V 16.4ft/5m Flexible Ribbon, Kitchen Cabinet Lighting, Outdoor/Indoor
Sold by: GUDU LIGHTING

iCreating 8mm 2 Pin LED Strip Connector with Pigtail (10pcs), 3528 Flexible LED Connector Solderless Clamp On Pigtail Adapter for 8mm Wide SMD 3528 2835 Single Color Flexible LED Tape



Red dog has some videos on technique. Search U-tube for them.

[HABBERDABBER]

The difficulty with the LED project is obtaining power to them. I tapped off of existing fixtures or wiring but that is a pain as the leads were short and often no room for wire nuts. I soldered and shrink tubing connections...necessary due to small spaces.

[Red Dog]

Originally Posted by HABBERDABBER

All materials sourced from Amazon. If you can, try the non-waterproof version of LED strip. With waterproof, you need to remove some coating to acquire electrical contact. Either will work.



Muzata LED Channel System with Milky White Cover Lens,Silver Aluminum Extrusion Profile Housing Diffuser Track for Strip Light with 5PACK 3.3FT U Shape U1SW WW 1M, LU1

5X Normally Closed Normally Open Magnetic Switch Proximity Switch for DC 5V 12V 24V Light, GPS,Alarm or Other Device

GuoTonG Warm White LED Strip Lights, Waterproof cuttable 300 SMD 2835 LED Tape, 3000K 12V 16.4ft/5m Flexible Ribbon, Kitchen Cabinet Lighting, Outdoor/Indoor
Sold by: GUDU LIGHTING

iCreating 8mm 2 Pin LED Strip Connector with Pigtail (10pcs), 3528 Flexible LED Connector Solderless Clamp On Pigtail Adapter for 8mm Wide SMD 3528 2835 Single Color Flexible LED Tape



Red dog has some videos on technique. Search U-tube for them.

Here is the video. Not very professional, but hopefully, you will get the idea.


https://youtu.be/Mxw2J5VP4_I

Fred M.

[cpaharley2008]

or you can but them already assembled....https://www.amazon.com/AUDEW-Interio...s%2C151&sr=8-7

[Red Dog]

Originally Posted by cpaharley2008

or you can but them already assembled....https://www.amazon.com/AUDEW-Interio...s%2C151&sr=8-7

That is correct if you want the cool lights.

Fred M.