kaypsmith

I, like huffypuff use the Traeger PTG. It is not propane but have owned 3 propane before, and would not go back. It did not come with a stand but there is one available that takes up little room for storage.

Lockout switch yes, but I have not seen a latch on the awning unless added to make sure that it does not unfurl because of wind. I have two 17 footers that I installed on my coach, one worked perfectly the first time out and in, next time out, no action. I had to remove the motor assembly, and found one pin that goes through one of the planetary gears was missing from the factory, added a pin and has worked fine ever since. The motor would turn as I could hear the motor running but still no action before the fix. I also use velcro straps around each arm of the awnings while traveling for safety sake.

I bought my grill at Sams Wholesale Club two years ago, I was in the store today, and they have the same one at that store. It is Sizzle-Q brand, all stainless steel, measures 17.75 X 13. Took the picture on top of my 3 burner stove to show what it looks like. If you cant locate it or whatever you like best, pm me, I will be glad to help locate. Kay

On a 2014, I would get in touch with the dealer first, then Jayco if needed. A 2014 model surely has some warranty, they should step you through some simple directions to determine the problem. Don't be afraid to ask, that's what service technicians are for. But one simple thing to do is to have someone hold the switch while someone with good hearing gets real close to the motor head and listens for action, make sure that they are not in the path, just in case it does start moving. Most electric awnings do not have a latch to release for opening, unless the end user adds one. Hope the fix is simple, or under warranty! Kay

Only other thought, is, are you sure that there is a gas flame when on gas. The freezer may be just staying cold because it is already frozen, makes no sense that both seem to work well on ac voltage, same absortion unit supplies the same amonia on gas or electric. But check that you do have a flame, my old dometic had an indicator on the door that showed AC or LP. If it indicated NF, that means that there is no flame. As I mentioned before, proper ventilation from the outside, is critical. There is a fan assembly that can be added to the chimney that will greatly improve performance, as it is important to get the excess heat out from the refer unit.

The only difference between LP gas and 120 volt is that there is a gas flame when on gas, and 120 volt there is a heating element that causes the gas to move. The gas flame is usually low down behind the refer, the element just above. I would check that flame isn't a little high causing more heat which may cause the lower portion to heat up. Be sure that there are no restrictions that will lessen air flow behind the unit, and make sure that the path to the roof vent is also free. I would certainly check insulation around the unit to make sure that it is in place. Check the chilling plate at the top of the chill box, making sure that it doesn't need defrosting. Welcome to FMCA and good luck finding the problem. Kay

Congratulations on the Wanderlodge, I'm sure you will enjoy the comfort of traveling in such comfort. LED is the best way to go on the TV's. Happy trails,and may the wind be at your back. Kay

If, and only "if", you decide to do yourself, use Lexan instead of plexiglass. It is more expensive, but will not discolor nearly as fast as plexiglass. Kay

I used thinset and doubled the polymer additive on mine. Kay

I have a seperate 15 gal. fuel tank for the gen set. @ 4.00 per gal. cost 60 bucks to fill it. @ 50% load, average 30 hours per tank, that's $2.00 per hour average, not too bad for the added comfort while traveling. Also while traveling 70 mph, average 7.75 to 8.25 mpg depending on the terrain. I'll gladley @2.00 per hour for the families comfort. Kay

I have a large enough battery bank, and solar cells that I can easily boondock 3 days without starting generator to recharge.

I installed a Samsung 20.1 cf 3 door with freezer on the bottom 2.5 years ago in my coach. I use an inverter while traveling, and it performs without a hiccup. The Samsung brand was chosen because it has a max draw of 3.9 amps, only one with less draw at the time was LG, at 3.5 amp max draw. Samsung has features that we like better, and incidentally the icemaker works even on the fresh water pump. Kay

Do you have the motor out? We have an electric motor repair here in Birmingham, and I'm sure there are many others. I've used this service many times and find they can repair almost any winding. If the gear end is the problem, those usually can be repaired also. Kay

Opposite from Atlanta but closer to Sharpsburg at Pine Mountain, FDR Ga. State Park is a really nice park that I have stayed at many times. Calloway Gardens is near the park, also the FDR Little Whitehouse are good attractions to visit while there.

Ladder mount will require a long coax from driver seat to the antenna, and that seems expensive. I would suggest the flat mount also, and if you are not familiar with a top load fiberglass antenna, I would recommend it over a steel whip antenna. Being top loaded, you can mount it only 8 inches above the roof line, and get very good reception. Kay

I owned an 87 model Southwind some years ago, the fw tank was under the bed, but the pump was under a lavatory sink just outside the bathroom.

4.24 pounds per gallon, 9 gallons is 38.16 pounds.

If there is no 120 ac output the engine will still crank, but will go dead when you release the start switch, oil low will not even try to crank, and I'm reasonably sure that you have checked that. Rich has good suggestions, hope this tidbit is helpful. Kay

Type CostaCoat on the e-bay search engine. I ordered a small quanity to try it out, and the results were as advertised. I don't have any idea how long it will last, but hopefully as long as advertised. Kay

Hello Tommy, welcome to the forum. Post is just a little short of information ... humming coming from speakers on TV? Is the TV on when it hums, or maybe off? More info is needed.

Can the unit be mounted on some type of foam rubber mount? It could be fabricated with a little thought put into it. This probably will help isolate the noise away from any soundboard that is now attached to. Also you might consider using a much less expensive converter to charge house batteries, and continue using the Xantrex to invert to 120 volt. Kay

Did a little further research, and here is an interesting article. http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tiretech/techpage.jsp?techid=152 Tireman probably can add some good comments to this. Kay

If dissimilar metals is the only problem, wonder if Noalox would be helpful. Kay