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Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 05-23-2022, 01:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,789
Posted By Wunfiddy
They are GC2 Interstate Extreme in my 2021 build...

They are GC2 Interstate Extreme in my 2021 build trailer.
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 05-23-2022, 10:08 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,789
Posted By Wunfiddy
Would a typical cheap pull out type non-fused...

Would a typical cheap pull out type non-fused disconnect rated for 60 amps for for a solar disconnect?
I have many of those on hand.
Or is the specific solar required?
Forum: Towing and Hitching 05-23-2022, 09:50 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 14,764
Posted By Wunfiddy
Currently towing 2021 Escape 19 with my 2014 F150...

Currently towing 2021 Escape 19 with my 2014 F150 super cab base V6, the 3.7 cyclone. With "34" tires, and stock 3.73 gears, plus a topper, swing case and full 1/4" aluminum skid plates. Haven't done...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 05-23-2022, 09:08 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,915
Posted By Wunfiddy
Hmmm I've never looked close to see if the...

Hmmm I've never looked close to see if the counter extension was bouncing around.
So far it's been the cupboard above the fridge that opens pretty well all of the time.
I like the ideas of the...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 04-10-2022, 12:54 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,881
Posted By Wunfiddy
I'm too late to this party. Hope you enjoy the...

I'm too late to this party. Hope you enjoy the tires.

I've found since my F150 was operated at or often exceeding GVWR for the first 4 years, and then usually operated with a load and towing since...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-10-2022, 12:36 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,915
Posted By Wunfiddy
Upgrades to reduce wear on washboard roads.

I've read several pages here in this subforum, but haven't seen any titles leaning this direction.

We have a 2021 Escape 19.

What is the go to solution for keeping cupboard doors closed on...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 10-12-2021, 08:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,789
Posted By Wunfiddy
After lifting those batteries I must agree. I'm...

After lifting those batteries I must agree. I'm going to get one of those straps!
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 10-11-2021, 02:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,789
Posted By Wunfiddy
Thanks a lot! That makes complete sense...

Thanks a lot!
That makes complete sense installing the disconnect!
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 10-11-2021, 01:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,789
Posted By Wunfiddy
Thanks Pardon my ignorance, but I can just...

Thanks
Pardon my ignorance, but I can just loosen the terminal screws on the controller and remove the two solar panel leads, all while sun is shining, and it won't arc or damage the controller?
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 10-11-2021, 09:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,789
Posted By Wunfiddy
How to properly remove dual six volt

What is the proper order to remove the cables from the dual six volt batteries with solar panel and inverter?
I believe of the four cables, the heavier gauge pair goes to the inverter, and the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 08-09-2021, 09:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,131
Posted By Wunfiddy
Thanks OP, this thread saved me time.

Thanks OP, this thread saved me time.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 08-09-2021, 09:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,432
Posted By Wunfiddy
Generally speaking the white tape is also not...

Generally speaking the white tape is also not listed for use with natural gas or propane, where most yellow and orange tapes are. In Canadian gas code thread sealant on pipe systems must be of a type...
Forum: Shopping Escape 08-09-2021, 09:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,672
Posted By Wunfiddy
That sounds like capitalism, hard at work.

That sounds like capitalism, hard at work.
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-09-2021, 08:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,676
Posted By Wunfiddy
On my long list of things to do i probably wont...

On my long list of things to do i probably wont get around to is medium gauge sheet metal over foam as a brush guard for the tanks and to insulate the undercarriage of our escape. Probably just 24...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 08-09-2021, 08:32 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 31,689
Posted By Wunfiddy
I am pretty confident you are older than me, but...

I am pretty confident you are older than me, but you made me feel like a dinosaur when you said:
outdated 5.0 gas engine"
When a dual injection, quad cam, VVT V8 is outdated, I think its safe to...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 08-09-2021, 08:22 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 31,689
Posted By Wunfiddy
I didn't finish the thread before replying, but...

I didn't finish the thread before replying, but is the truck going to be towing only duty, or also a daily driver?

The good news is any modern half ton is going to ride like a dream compared to...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 07-03-2021, 11:38 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 31,689
Posted By Wunfiddy
What's more important than which engine is which...

What's more important than which engine is which final gear ratio and if select shift is on the truck (ability to lock out gears)
I'm not sure on the newest generation, but my 12th gen the ability...
Forum: Shopping Escape 06-14-2021, 08:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,672
Posted By Wunfiddy
I have the basic display (only shows full liter),...

I have the basic display (only shows full liter), so will have to take a longer trip and do a hand calculation.
What's gas out there now $1.49 a liter?
Is $1.27 here.
Forum: Shopping Escape 06-13-2021, 08:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,672
Posted By Wunfiddy
So whats the consensus on portable solar panels...

So whats the consensus on portable solar panels to boost what the fixed roof top panel does? Looking for quality and longevity.

We took out the currently still unnamed Escape for a shake down...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 06-13-2021, 08:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,665
Posted By Wunfiddy
Your multimeter measures voltage potential. Touch...

Your multimeter measures voltage potential. Touch your meter leads to two points on a live wire, and it will show 0 volts. Touch one lead to the live wire and one to ground (or neutral in an AC...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 06-13-2021, 08:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,208
Posted By Wunfiddy
Crazy. In high winds i find my MR LWB Transit far...

Crazy. In high winds i find my MR LWB Transit far more prone to sway and shake than my F150 towing my Escape 19. Both 3.7 v6 with 6r80 transmission.
What is the RUV kit?
Forum: Towing and Hitching 05-30-2021, 09:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,242
Posted By Wunfiddy
High Feature was what I meant. Got them mixed up....

High Feature was what I meant. Got them mixed up. The other was the pushrod motor with cam timing.
Yeah looking at those numbers I wouldn't be surprised to see 3-4k rpm the sweet spot.

The new NA...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 05-29-2021, 07:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 951
Posted By Wunfiddy
The five speed automatic is the enemy there. ...

The five speed automatic is the enemy there.
Though the 21c is what I would consider half ton territory anyways.
The 56vkd or whatever the newest 5.6 V8 is a fantastic engine.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 05-29-2021, 07:30 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 11,413
Posted By Wunfiddy
Explorer has three rows. It's still unibody but...

Explorer has three rows. It's still unibody but rear wheel drive bias.
I feel they r too much money and frankly Haven't been impressed with reliability of the latest generation. They have 5k tow...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 05-29-2021, 06:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,242
Posted By Wunfiddy
We consider our truck the same as a modern...

We consider our truck the same as a modern midsize. We have a 300hp naturally aspirated 3.7 V6 in a truck that's stock curb weight was 5600lb and a six speed auto.
While we literally just got our...
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