Expert Answers about Winter Weather Supplies
- Ambiant Temperature Rating for Camco Propane Supply Flex Hose # CAM59843
- Great news! I spoke to my contact at MB Sturgis and he informed me that 32F should not be an issue for the propane flew supply hose # 100473-20-MBS.
These types of flexible hoses are intended to be used with an ambient temperature range of -40F to +140F. But to just remember when cold, they do become a little stiffer and should not be bent at too sharp of a radius.
He continued to tell me that these types of flexible hoses are supposed to be able to pass a “cold weather test”. This...
view full answer... - Will Cold Weather Affect Furrion RV Observation Camera System # FOS43TASF
- I spoke with my contact at Furrion regarding the RV Observation Camera System # FOS43TASF and he said that cold weather should not have any effect at all on the system. He said even at below zero temperatures the system will run like normal and it can be left attached during the winter if desired.
I have attached a short video review on this system that you can check out as well.
view full answer... - Winterizing Fogotti Tankless Water Heater
- To winterize your Fogatti tankless water heater you basically drain all of the fluid out and blow the lines out with compressed air.
Unplug the water heater
Shut off and disconnect the water supply and outlet to the heater
Used compressed air to blow out all fluid in the lines.
view full answer... - Can I Protect The Thule Evo Raised Rail Feet From The Elements
- The Evo Raised Rail Feet # TH710401, is a foot that has a lockable cap that protects the bolt that secures the towers to your raised rails. If you have the Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinders - Qty 4, part # TH450400, you can secure the rack to your vehicle via that locking cap. That should help protect your towers from the elements. This foot also protects the bar and foot interface because the bars connect to the feet from underneath the bar, shielding it from the elements. With regard...
view full answer... - How To Store AGM Batteries For Cold Winter Months
- You cannot put RV batteries, marine batteries, and other deep cycle batteries away and forget about them when you’re not using them in the winter. All batteries can freeze if it gets cold enough, but AGM batteries can work at temperatures well below freezing. Although AGM batteries are maintenance-free and work well in cold weather, they still need to be checked and maintained during the winter months in storage.
All batteries have a natural state of self-discharge, and the worst thing...
view full answer... - How Well Will Bestop Supertop Hold Up During Freezing Conditions
- I reached out to my contact at Bestop regarding the Supertop # B76308 that you referenced and he said that it will hold up great in freezing weather and during ice/sleet conditions.
He just said that during conditions like this (freezing temperatures) try not to actually touch or mess with the windows as they will become a bit fragile. As long as you don't operate the windows during this type of weather the top will last for many, many winters.
view full answer... - Removing Thule Hullavator
- Winter is that time where it's normal to want to pack up, store, and winterize your warm weather outdoor accessories.
Removing a Hullavator isn't too hard - in the up position (arms retracted on top of cross bars), unlock the swing-arm and tip it up (so it's vertical but not extended/lowered) and pull it out (extend the swing arm) just an inch or two, then yank out the removable pin with your free hand. The swing arm stays put in the vertical position resting on the cross-bar (but you...
view full answer... - What is the Expected Life of a Trailer Breakaway Battery During Winter Months
- Typically, if your trailer is exposed to the elements, the breakaway battery should last at least a full season. There are many variables that can affect a batteries life expectancy.
The Engager trailer breakaway # 20099 includes a built in battery charger as is stored inside a weather resistant battery box. The LED tester, when depressed, will advise you if the battery is fully charged and/or needs charging. Most instances the battery can be fully charged in 20 minutes.
Another thing...
view full answer... - Winterizing the Furrion RV Tankless Water Heater # FR93FR
- The only option we have for a tankless gas hot water heater with an 18" x 18" door is the Furrion RV Tankless Water Heater # FR93FR. The add-on door itself is the # FR73FR.
The great thing about the # FR93FR is that it can be winterized to prevent freezing. I confirmed with Furrion that the antifreeze you use for the rest of your water system can be used to winterize the heater. This should be done by a non-toxic antifreeze that is recommended by your manufacturer. Also, a bypass valve...
view full answer... - Will WeatherTech Side Window Rain Guards Help Reduce Wind Noise
- Yes, in theory the WeatherTech Side Window Rain Guards with Dark Tinting - Front and Rear - 4 Piece, part # WT82765, should help with sound reduction. I checked some online reviews and I found a couple of reviews that referenced a reduction in sound after installation, but it is not something I can guarantee.
view full answer... - Operation of DeeZee Tailgate Assist System in Cold Weather
- I spoke with my contact at DeeZee regarding the use of their Tailgate Assist Systems in cold weather. He said that while they haven't officially tested the units in extreme cold, they have yet to hear any feedback from customers with regard to weather-related failure. He did also say that they sell quite a bit of these to customers in Canada and have not seen any of the shocks break down due to the cold.
It's possible that the malfunction you experienced was actually unrelated to the...
view full answer... - NOCO Genius Smart Battery Charger for Charging Two Marine Batteries Over the Winter
- Thanks for the picture! Yes, you can use the NOCO Genius Smart Battery Charger item # 329-GENIUS10 to charge your two interstate RM27 Interstate marine batteries over winter and it is the correct size for your batteries. It will lower the charging down to a maintenance level once the batteries are fully charged so that they don't end up over-charged. This type of maintenance charge will keep it topped off and very healthy for when you go to use them. The NOCO charger has an operating temperature...
view full answer... - Installation of Yakima Roof Rack on 2013 Nissan Altima
- Installing the Yakima JetStream roof rack on your 2013 4-door Nissan Altima does not require the weather to be a certain temperature and there should be no interference with your door putting the rack on. The accompanying photo shows how the clamps will look when installed properly and your door should shut completely.
This rack is made up of:
- Yakima JetStream Crossbars # Y00425
- BaseLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars # Y28TR
- BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers #...
view full answer... - Parts Needed For Installing Water Heater Bypass Valve On PEX Tubing In A Camper
- Currently we do not have a video showing the installation process for the 3-Way RV Water Heater Bypass Valve # 37262255 on PEX tubing. Typically this part is used as a replacement part for the bypass that either already came in your Camper or if the bypass on the Camco RV Winterization Quick-Turn Water Heater Bypass Kit # CAM35983 became damaged.
With the Camco kit you get everything to detach the inlet lines on the back of the water heater and install the bypass kit. Most factory set...
view full answer... - What is Weight of Curt Hitch # C11329 and How Long to Install by Shop
- The Curt hitch part # C11329 weighs 22 lbs which wouldn't make any noticeable difference for traction on a front wheel drive car. We've sold quite a few hitches over the years and we've yet to have anyone come back and tell us that winter weather traction was ever effected. Curt lists this hitch as taking about 45 minutes for a shop to complete the install. So less than an hour at their current shop rate. Most shops would charge at least one hour to do the install.
view full answer... - Does Installation of WeatherTech Sunroof Wind Deflector # WT89046 Require Drilling
- The WeatherTech Sunroof Wind Deflector # WT89046 is a correct fit for your 2001 Toyota Sequoia and this features a dark tint. Installation does NOT require drilling, only a screwdriver, and the process is shown in the linked instructions. The deflector's clips are held in place by two supplied screws.
For matching dark-tinted front and rear side window deflectors you can use part # WT82273 which are shown in the linked video.
view full answer... - Will the CTEK Multi US 7002 Battery Charger Restart and Reset Automatically?
- I checked with CTEK and they confirmed that the CTEK MULTI US 7002 12-Volt Universal Battery Charger w/ Pulse Maintenance and Backup Power # CTEK56353 will restart automatically. However, if you do lose power through being unplugged, a power outage, tripped breaker, etc., you will have to go back and reset the charger to your desired settings. This charger is also safe to use with the delicate electrical system on your 2016 Mercedes Benz B250
view full answer... - Troubleshooting Trailer Hitch Bolts that Don't Want to Thread Into Weld Nuts of Vehicle
- Dirty or corroded weld nuts on vehicle frames that prevent hitch bolts from threading are actually pretty common. Especially on vehicles that have seen a few winters.
There are a couple ways you can clean out the threads so that the bolts will thread. If you check out the links I attached below you can see how this can be accomplished.
view full answer... - How to Prolong Life of Breakaway Battery During Winter Storage
- You could potentially store the Hopkins Engager Breakaway Kit # 20099 battery inside but that would only protect it from the colder temperatures, so you would still need a solution to re-charge it, and there really isn't an easy way to remove it without having to cut some wires or unscrewing it from the trailer frame.
A better and simpler solution is to use a battery charger/maintainer, like the NOCO Genius UltraSafe Battery Charger and Maintainer # 329-GENIUS1. It will work great to charge...
view full answer... - Storage Cover Recommendation for 12 foot Long V-Nose Trailer
- For a 12 foot long V-nose trailer you would want the Adco SFS part # 290-46002 which is correct size and has adjustments in the front of the trailer that allow it to fit the shape of the V-nose.
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