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Re: Torklift battery box initial review
I installed mine late last week after returning from an 850 mile excursion with my 1985. I agree with your review 100%, including the part that "I'm very happy with it". I like it because everything goes into the box and there is plenty of room, and it only needs one function to unlock it versus undoing the box straps. I purchased the box designed for two six volt batteries even though I'm running two group 24's. I also replaced the locks (plural because I also own the propane lock system,...
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Re: 2014 Pismo Beach Rally - 4/3/2014 - 4/8/2014
Hi Engunir, The rally will probably only have Lance owners and anyone else who is interested in Lance are always welcome to stop by or camp with us! We don't have any vendors scheduled, but they're always welcome. Our knowledge base is pretty experienced, so if you or any attendees have any questions we are always there to answer any questions. To date, we have a whale watching trip planned and then there are always wine tasting trips, potluck dinners and such. We also plan on driving at...
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Re: 2014 Pismo Beach Rally - 4/3/2014 - 4/8/2014
This Is The List So Far: 1) Me and my Dad Red - WoodGlue - 2014 1685 2) Ann & Lionel - EDTnow - 2012 1685 3) Ed & Helen - Zoe - 2012 1685 4) Frank & Susan - Frank2285 - 2011 2285 5) Simon & B - Simon & B - 2014 1575 6) Randy & Vivian - R. Spiker - 2014 1985 7) Steve & Melody - Captaincap - 1685 8) Robert & Sue - Robert H - 2013 1685 9) Carl & Debbie - Carl - 2013 2285 10) Bruce & Shannon - bapsjp - 2013 1685 11) Mike & Penny - Mike & Penny -...
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B-D RV Battery Lock (12-volt)
B-D RV Battery Lock: http://www.b-drvbatterylock.com/ Even though I/we have never ever had an issue with a battery "walking away" in the 15+ years that we have been trailer camping I have been intrigued whenever I would see this simple battery...
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Re: B-D RV Battery Lock (12-volt)
We just returned from a 2-night dry camping trip. Since it was only 2 nights I decided to go with our puny group 24 battery that came with the 1575 (we rarely use it and instead use a group 29 battery almost always). The group 24 (from our dealer) came with a crappy (group 24) battery box that is square. I wasn't sure if the battery lock would work with this box, but it did (a loose fit, but secure "enough") so I took a couple of pictures. You can also see that the 2 battery cables & the...
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Re: B-D RV Battery Lock (12-volt)
Great job, Jeff. I have a little story about the B-D battery lock. We ordered one and I (Simon) took it to the trailer to 'eye it up'. Then I got distracted and moved the trailer somewhere else, and, you guessed it, the darn B-D lock fell off where I was 'eyeing it up', never to be seen again. I called B-D and pulled the pity trick and they gave me 10% off a new set. As it happens, I put on a replacement battery box cover this weekend, and replaced the OEM battery box strap with the B-D...
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Re: B-D RV Battery Lock (12-volt)
Originally Posted by Simon & B: Great job, Jeff. I have a little story about the B-D battery lock. We ordered one and I (Simon) took it to the trailer to 'eye it up'. Then I got distracted and moved the trailer somewhere else, and, you guessed it, the darn B-D lock fell off where I was 'eyeing it up', never to be seen again. I called B-D and pulled the pity trick and they gave me 10% off a new set. As it happens, I put on a replacement battery box cover this weekend, and replaced the OEM...
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Torklift Lower StableLoads on a 2009 Chevy Silverado 1500 towing a Lance 1575
We recently switched TV's. We went from a more than adequate 2000 Lincoln Navigator with a self-leveling rear-end (air bags) which towed our 1575 easily straight and true to a more than adequate new-to-us 2009 Chevy Silverado 1500 Extended Cab LTZ (V8, 5.3L, factory tow package, integrated brake controller, ...). *Here is the thread on our TV switch - http://lanceowners.hoop.la/top...ed-to-a-new-to-us-tv While the truck is much more than adequate to handle our small, skinny, & light 1575...
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DeeZee Red Label Fifth Wheel Utility Chest (DZ8560WB)
2 months ago yesterday we bought a new-to-us truck/TV - A 2009 Chevy Silverado 1500 Extended Cab LTZ (V8, 5.3L, integrated brake controller, factory backup camera, integrated TPMS, remote start, ...), etc ... http://lanceowners.hoop.la/top...ed-to-a-new-to-us-tv I then bought a bed mat - http://lanceowners.hoop.la/top...9#550326589916257509 So last week I asked my fellow LOA'ers about 5th wheel boxes/chests. As it so happened JamesHB is the ONLY LOA'er who actually has one -...
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Re: Trojan 30XHS 12-volt group 30 deep-cycle battery (130 AH)
A good choice! Is the 66-70 lb weight ever an issue being too much for one person to handle alone? The SCS225 battery is more of a marine battery, meaning it is designed to deliver high amps. Do you know how your 30xhs bulk, float, and equalize voltages compare to what your converter/charger puts out, or your solar charger if you have one?
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Re: Trojan 30XHS 12-volt group 30 deep-cycle battery (130 AH)
Red, I am in the process of buying the same battery and a battery box. According to specs, t he atwood box you use is about 1/10 of an inch shorter in length than this battery, so I was going to buy a larger box, that has a bit too much extra room, and I am concerned it might not fit in the 1575 mounting area due to more width (I dont have my trailer yet so cant measure it). Is it a very tight fit lengthwise, perhaps a concern, or perhaps limiting tthe necessary ventilation?
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Re: Trojan 30XHS 12-volt group 30 deep-cycle battery (130 AH)
You'll be happy with the Attwood (not to be confused with Atwood who makes our stoves, etc...) group 27 box as well. It holds group 27, 29, & 30 batteries as well as goes perfectly with the B&D lock.
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Re: Trojan 30XHS 12-volt group 30 deep-cycle battery (130 AH)
Joe - You won't be sorry that you got this battery. I do have holes in the bottom of my box, but don't have time to post pictures. Also, I store my battery & box in the garage between trips so there's another reason why holes on the top aren't much of an issue for me. If I were you I would get the box that DD J has (& posted above) as it doesn't have holes in the lid & looks like it works with the B&D lock. Nice find DD J!
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Re: Trojan 30XHS 12-volt group 30 deep-cycle battery (130 AH)
Hi Laura, Sorry I missed this. Been busy with fires in our area. Evacuated with the trailer one night - dry camped in my sister-in-law's driveway & the battery was still at 96% in the morning with a lot of furnace & water pump use. Been on high alert ever since ready to roll. Driving back home brought the battery back to 100% & it is now plugged in to the house remaining fully charged. Just taking a rare rest this week and got on LOA. This will be short, but ask away for expanded...
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Trojan 30XHS 12-volt group 30 deep-cycle battery (130 AH)
Picked up one of these today - http://www.trojanbattery.com/product/30xhs/ With our 1575 and the way that we load it (tongue-mounted bike rack with 3 bikes & 7.5 gallon/30 lb. LP tank) we run with a single battery on the tongue. *We dry camp and have solar &/or generator's depending upon the trip so a single battery has worked well for us for almost 16 years now. Through my work I accrue points towards purchases at certain places. One of them being Battery Systems (where I only had 4...
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BOLT Receiver Lock
https://www.boltlock.com BOLT 5/8 Receiver Lock Product Description Opens With Your Vehicle Ignition Key Works with most manufacturers keys Stainless Steel 5/8″ Diameter Shaft Fits Class 3, 4 and 5 Hitches (2-2.5″ square receiver) Weather Proof Auto Return Spring Locks Automatically When Key is Removed Double Ball Bearing Locking Mechanism Plate Tumbler Sidebar to Prevent Picking and Bumping Stainless Steel Lock Shutter to Keep Out Dirt and Moisture Limited Lifetime Warranty FITS Class 3, 4...
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Advanced Elements Lagoon 2 inflatable recreational tandem kayak
We've hemmed and hawed for 7 years or so on getting a kayak. Hard shell? Sit-on-top? Inflatable? Transporting? Solo or tandem? ?? We've rented at least 20 kayaks over the years and still couldn't make up our minds. In fact GRUMPA, BMJ, myself, and a few others have gone around and around about the subject here on LOA for 4 or 5 years. GRUMPA & BMJ both bought inflatables - Sea Eagle's (sweet kayaks!) - while we kept languishing over the choices and our needs. Well, we finally decided to...
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Torklift battery box initial review
Not as cool as I expected for 270 bux...pro's1. it's shiny and will look good on the trailer2. it's better than plastic3. it might add 32 seconds to the time it would take a thief to steal my batteryscon's1. it might add 32 seconds to the time it...
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TALKABOUT T480 FRS/GMRS Radio
Though these won’t talk on any more channels, or talk farther than other FRS-GMRS radios, it is specifically designed for emergency preparedness. It does have some nice extra features. Motorola Solutions Introduces First Radio Built to Help Families During Emergencies New TALKABOUT T480 designed specifically for household emergency readiness New TALKABOUT T480 radio offers emergency preparedness features such as a special alert button, safety whistle, weather alerts, flashlight and...
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Re: Torklift Lower StableLoads on a 2009 Chevy Silverado 1500 towing a Lance 1575
Got home early today so I engaged the StableLoads, pulled out the trailer, and loaded the tongue area up with the usual stuff that we take (minus the battery lock which is 3 lbs.) - full 7.5 gallon/30 lb. LP tank (53 lbs.), group 30 Trojan battery (70.2 lbs.), & Arvika bike rack & 3 bikes (123.6 lbs.). 246.8 lbs. - *Yes I know that the bike tires aren't strapped down and that the battery box lid isn't on. Went for a drive. Just a bit too stiff & tongue high, but otherwise rock...
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TORKLIFT POWER ARMOR SOLAR
I won a Power Armor Solar through the Torklift Golden Ticket program and I am sharing my experience with this product. Torklift's new POWER ARMOR SOLAR is an all-aluminum battery box with an integrated10Watt Zamp solar panel attached to...