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    Torqueing Lug Nuts

    in Tires & Wheels

    Posted

    On 12/12/2023 at 10:15 AM, dl_racing427 said:

    I wonder why they don't include torque settings in reverse?
    My coach has left hand lug nuts on one side, so this would be of limited usefulness to me.

    It says full power in reverse in the literature. 

    Replacement of the overhead florescent lights.

    in Mods & Upgrades

    Posted

    10 hours ago, Jobert said:

    I think this is the one.  I bought them right off the shelf in Walmart a couple of years ago.  They were 1" or so by the 18" and came in daylight and soft white.

    https://www.walmart.com/ip/Great-Value-LED-Light-Bulb-7W-15W-Equivalent-T8-T12-Replacement-Lamp-G13-Base-Non-Dimmable-Daylight-18-inches-1-Pack/836197962?athbdg=L1600&from=/search

    I will probably go there today or tomorrow and will check to see if they are carrying them on the shelf. I don't think I have the packaging any more, but I will check. There is no numbers on the bulb itself. Hope this may help.  Happy Trails Bert

    I ordered 8 tonight.  Thanks 

    Replacement of the overhead florescent lights.

    in Mods & Upgrades

    Posted

    On 9/4/2023 at 12:43 PM, Jobert said:

    The ones I purchased had the following info on them. 

    Great Value

    15 watt 9 actually used

    900 lumens   non-dimming

    Daylight 5000K

     

    I used the daylight bulbs in 3 original fixtures over the sink and hallway and shower area, and used warm white in the small bathroom/sink area.  They were a direct replacement with no rewiring and no ballast changes or anything like that.  I just put them in and away they went.  These were so much brighter and better than the originals, with no warm-up time or anything.  They have been in for over 2 years of full-time use now.  At the time, they were priced comparably with the regular florescent bulbs.  Easily have paid for themselves in not replacing florescent bulbs often.

    Hope this may help.  Happy Trails Bert

    Can you by chance provide a link? 

    Thanks Larry

    Replacement TV's

    in Audio, Video, & Electronics

    Posted

    On 11/24/2023 at 12:32 PM, waterskier_1 said:

    I'd like to know what you mean by "... all I really want is TV".  Do you mean just Over the Air (OTA) TV, like you would get with an antenna, when within range of the TV station?  If so, you likely have a good start to one of the best OTA antennas on your roof already - the Winegard Sensor (aka "Batwing") directional antenna.  With the advent of HDTV, many of the old TV stations on VHF changed to UHF.  Winegard makes an add on for the Sensor antenna that enhances the UHF signal band.  With that addition, you have one of the best RV OTA antennas.  There are some that are Omni-directional, so you don't need to aim (rotate) the antenna, but they don't provide as much signal strength in fringe areas.  

    Now if by TV, you are meaning satellite based (Dish Network or Direct TV), you will likely have to replace the  InMotion antenna (dish) and receiver, along with purchasing a subscription for their service.  If you already have one of these services at your home, you can likely take the receiver and use the same subscription, or add the coach as an additional receiver, but you will still need to replace the InMotion dish with one that works for Dish Network or Direct TV.

    The third option is "streaming".  This refers to using the internet, and either a smart TV or some other device like Roku, Amazon Fire, etc. to connect the TV to the internet.  Then you may need to subscribe to a "streaming service" which provides the channels you can watch.  There are many of these subscription services, at varying cost available (Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, Paramount Plus, etc.).  All this require a good internet connection.  And a fast one if you want to watch HDTV quality.  These use considerable amounts of data.  So, you will also need to purchase some sort of internet service, which can be satellite based (Starlink) or MiFi/WiFi from a cellular provider (hot spot), or even you home or RV Park WiFi system, although the later isn't really designed for streaming, more for email, and you may be banned from it if you consume large quantities of data streaming.

    Once you have made a decision on which (or which combinations - I have all three) of "TV" you are considering, we might be able to provide better guidance.

      -Rick N.

    We recently cancelled out satellite subscription and are doing a combination of over the air and netflix, Prime etc. using Wifi.  Good to know I can make existing off air antenna work.  Thanks 

     

    Replacement TV's

    in Audio, Video, & Electronics

    Posted

    Our new to us 2005 Dynasty Countess III has a large TV in front with side speakers and then  a smaller one in the bedroom.  None of the original entertainment system works and I am basically starting from scratch.   I have half a dozen or more speakers in the ceiling and a large bass/woofer under kitchen counter. .   It also has the InMotion Sat receiver which most likely does not work.    To be honest all I really want is TV.   I was thinking of picking up a couple smart TV's on good Friday. Hopefully I can set up some sort of digital antenna where the crank up one is. 

    Replacement radio is a separate discussion.  

    Any recommendations?

     

    Larry

    2005 Dynasty Countess III

    in Audio, Video, & Electronics

    Posted

    We just got a new to us Countess III.  It was in storage and we received no "hand off" from the previous owner.   Looking at the window sticker there are a few items that I do not understand and any help would be appreciated. 

     

    1. It says it has the See Vision System for $4,130.00  What is this?  Where can I learn more?

    2. It has it has a Flip Down Exterior ENT Center for $3,864-I have not found this. Any tips?

     3. It has a large solar panel and inverter option for $1,176-Where is the inverter?  The Aladin system does not show any charging. 

    There is a lot to learn on our own. 

    Thanks in Advance

    Larry 

    2005 Dynasty Awning

    in Body, Awning, Roof, Slides, & Steps

    Posted

    My 2005 Dynasty Countess III has two Girard Awnings-one over the entry door and another over the passenger side of the living room.   I have found the switch to operate the larger "living room" awning in the OH cabinet.  I have not found any wiring or switching for the smaller entry door unit.  Any suggestions on where to look? Could this be manual?  

     

    Thanks in advance. 

     

    Larrry 

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