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Welcome to the FMCA discussion forums! No-one here knows everything, however when we all get our heads together we usually determine the correct answer.

Calling tireman9_ your advice is welcome! I would try to negotiate a lower price and buy. Shoot the Toyo, Saillun, Hercules, and other lesser known brands are about $300 ea. now.

You would remember the number, i know I do, once! This old dog learned a new trick that day.

Until the problem is corrected, when it rains lower that slideout side of the coach a few degrees to prevent water intrusion.

Were this my MH, the first thing I would do is verify I am following the leveling and slideout procedures exactly as stated in the owners manual

What are the results of the load-testing on each battery?

This may explain more about load testing a battery. This test cannot be performed when the vehicle battery cables are attached.

Dawn can remove wax.

Yep, this online calculator is the best option for accurately and safely matching a tow vehicle and trailer.

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I agree, road oil will not spray off.

I wish everyone health and happiness for the coming year!

I totally agree! Not to mention the effects of additional un-sprung weight.

I agree with Carl, 13.6VDC float is normal. Exide states my particular batteries should float charge at 13.8 VDC.

I have an electric "suitcase" washer from Home Depot, yes it came in a plastic suitcase, it is 1,200 psi, which is enough for me. It is very handy to carry/store in a bay. I took it along on our Alaska trip, by the time we returned to Sumas WA, nearly everyone in the caravan had borrowed it.

To me this, if accurate, indicates the batteries are not actually depleted/run down. Have you independently tested them by disconnecting each one and testing voltage level with a load tester? Have you measured for phantom amp draw? This would eliminate the batteries from the equation and narrow the possibilities to a faulty inverter/charger or the "device" Brett suggested; I would expect that "device" to be a BIRD unit+ solenoid in a high-end MH.

probably the most relevant acronym of all.

Probably the most important acronym of all.

I have experienced this situation with all three RV types. It's my considered opinion a well-matched 5th wheel trailer and 1T dually truck handles best in the situations you describe. One type MH not addressed is one with a tag-axle, I have not driven one yet, so that is unknown to me.

I agree Bill; it's double-duty, keep both battery banks charged while adhering to the Onan recommendation to run the genset for 2 hr/month under at least 1/2 load. Furthermore, chassis batteries doe not run down like house batteries-from phantom loads. OTOH, if the genset starts from coach/house batteries, which are the batteries usually connected to phantom loads, this would not work out well.

Saw plenty in the states too. FUBAR -Flubbed Up Beyond All Recognition.

The down-side of increased security measures_. I hope your CC company can fix this issue for you. If I incorrectly enter my zip, my card is rejected.

Check the Yellowstone CG website before you make your final decision, you may encounter weather problems in September.

The BIRD in the lower left of jleamont's picture is what controls charging both battery banks. That maintainer may work in conjunction with the BIRD.

I did until Linda lost interest, still have them underneath my driver seat JIC she inquires. Happy wife, great life.