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    How is the DeLorme PN-40?

    For those who have one of the PN series, are the delorme units mac compatible? If so, any problems?
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    Trailer Action Shots

    appreciation I love this forum b/c people like Mike do post experiences both good and bad. Who has not made many a mistake out there? I've had several near misses all of which were because of errors on my part. I can remember once when breaking camp I just pulled the wheel chocks out, was on a...
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    Battery Tender chirps?

    I'm afraid I know what it is. I had the same problem on the same unit. In my case I sent it in to the company and they told me this is the sound it makes when it is fried. Power surge most likely culprit.
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    Schauer CM6A battery charger

    Looks like it has most of the features one would want-- the ability to dial it for AGMs or whatever battery type you have -- desulfating feature--smart charging. Questions would be about its durability and how it handles the elements. Also, one important feature it doesn't have is a...
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    Foldable Solar Panel

    carmanah controller hijack I have one of the Carmanah solar controllers on my AT and was wondering about the jumper feature for AGMs. What are your thoughts on removing that so that the maximum charge output is 14.1 vs 14.4 for the flooded cell batteries?
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    DIY Trailer / Roof Top Tent

    good idea I think it could work. It kinda reminds me of those DIY aircraft kits. If people can do that, most should be able to put together a RTT platform. And the cost savings on the shipping alone would be signifiant as well as not having to import from overseas -- which has to be significant...
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    Solar vs Generator use

    solar, other factors Going solar has one addt'l advantage for some; it's just fun. For some reason, I find powering off the sun's rays pleasing. I guess it harkens back to childhood fascination with the sun and electronics. Like Martyn said, it is really about having a plan--and that can be fun...
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    Sleeping bag...

    sleeping bags I love sleeping bags, especially down. I'm 6'1" and I use a mummy. I could easily use blankets or other bedding with the trailer and have. But, all four of us use down bags and sleep well. It's hard to beat for simplicity and versatility. We are prepared for cold (easily handle...
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    Wanted: CB radio system

    cb I think I might have what you're looking for. It's an old Cobra CB, in great shape last I used it. It was a higher end model back in its day. I have an antenna as well. If you're interested, I'll give you more details and take some pics. I used it on some trips to CO and back when I used to...
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    Trailers, RTT and Bears

    da bearzzssss Now that looks promising. Best of all, if these become widely used, there is a possibility of breaking the association between humans and easy access to food.
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    Battery Maint./product review

    update So far, so good. I've fully restored the original Lifeline that came with the trailer and that I overly discharged once when I first had the trailer. As stated in the instructions, it took about 2 weeks. It's nice to know that I now have matched batteries and I'm guessing I've extended...
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    Battery Maint./product review

    Well, I fried my previous float charger (line surge -- I think). That's the bad news. Good news is that I've found what I think may be an important upgrade for those with deep-cycle batteries that get infrequent use...
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    RTT why so much $$$$

    cost I have always told myself that the main cost issue is the fact that the quality RTTs are all made overseas. They are very bulky and heavy. I've always imagined that the shipping and other costs (devalued dollar in recent years -- international trade costs etc.) are the fly in the ointment...
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    Adventure Trailer Mod Thread

    cool little hooks Now that's a handy idea. Can you give some info on those little hooks? ---brand name or some info from the packaging. I've not seen them before.
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    Installing LET light strip in RTT

    dampness Not sure how they'd do. The LEDs are encased so they seem okay, but the connectors between them would easily allow water in and could arc to any nearby metal. Some ingenuity (plumbers Goop) with the connectors on the LED light "bars" might keep them water tight. I dunno. Also, the...
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