Another RV Repair

Monday - I replaced the built-in surge protector this morning. It was a pleasant 61°F when I started at 8am, and by the time I was finished, it was 70°F. I also removed the power cord reel and replaced it a twist-lock receptacle. The same one I had installed earlier when I had a problem with the reel and the last surge protector. The power reel is really handy as the 50amp cable is heavy and bulky.

One of the benefits of this model is that you can access it via Bluetooth. The last one, you had to go outside and read the LED display, which had also stopped working. Again, the biggest advantage of this unit is the replaceable components that provide surge protection. 

We went into town to search for storage baskets and bins for the class C. On the way back through Castroville, we stopped at Walmart and I picked up a Roku box to replace the bricked Apple TV. 

Tuesday - It was cooler today so more little things got done. I finally set up the TPMS gifted to us from Mike & Kathy (Toadmama). I had initially ordered the wrong sensor batteries which delayed the setup. I also cleaned the tawing wiring connector on the front of the Jeep as the left turn signal has been intermittent when being towed. The connection was corroded but only that one wire. Odd. Hopefully it’s fixed after cleaning and tightening. I also cleaned off the 7 pin to 6 pin cable as it was pretty greasy after five and a half years behind the class A. I also installed an anti-rattle clamp to the drop extension behind the class C. This should help while towing the Jeep. There was quite a bit of play.

Here is a screenshot when both A/C units are running. The voltage is still good with the front A/C on Line 1 and the rear unit on Line 2. This is handy though it would be nice if I can get it integrated into HomeAssistant. 

Wednesday - This morning, I added two more sections of Unistrut to add a third solar panel to the class C. Initially, it’s on with VHB tape and a couple of screws where I was sure of roof rafters. These were not the full 10’ lengths due the refrigerator vent. But there is plenty of room for one panel. This is on the front-passenger side. I’ll put the panel on in a couple of weeks. We are heading to South Padre tomorrow to meet up with