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  • Solution For Surge Protection On A 50 Amp RV Power Cord Using A 30 Amp Campsite Service
  • For a 50 amp surge protector you can use the Portable Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth and Emergency Shut Down # HU87FR. This surge protector will help prevent damage to your RV from power spikes, and sustained high or low voltage. This product also has an emergency power off, which will cut the connection in the event of an error to protect electronics and appliances. To be able to plug into a 30 amp service, but still have surge protection, you're going to need to use...
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  • Which Surge Protector Should I Use For My RV
  • When it comes to which surge protector is right for you, The Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth - Portable - 50 Amp # HU47FR will get the job done, it is more powerful then the 30 amp. This surge protection module offers 6,100 joules of protection in case of a lightning strike. It can be easily replaced after it wears out, no need to replace the entire unit. You can monitor your system through the free smartphone app for IOS and Android which connects via Bluetooth. This product...
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  • Recommendations for 50A Service to 30A and 15A Services, and a Secured Surge Protector
  • We definitely have some parts you can use for your application but none of them come in an all-inclusive kit. For a 50A to 30A service I recommend the Mighty Cord # A10-3050FHVP. For a 50A to 15A service I recommend the Mighty Cord # A10-1550. Please note when you are pulling power from pedestals that are rated for less power than your camper you'll need to keep track of how much power you're using so you don't overload the pedestal. I've attached a link to a helpful article about power...
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  • Can Sensitive Electronics Like Computers Be Charged from Portable Generator
  • AC surge/spike suppressors vary in the level of protection they provide and in their connectivity options. Some will include a voltage regulator along with the spike suppressor. Using one along with a suitable charger is the best way to protect delicate electronic devices like computers and smartphones. DC-source power charging is less risky since the battery power source is more stable than AC power. This device is ideal for charging phones and computers from your RV battery since it...
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  • Can the Individual Female Connectors On A Trailer Wiring Harness Be Replaced?
  • I went and checked out your order history to see specifically what tow harness you were referring to and I was only able to find the Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth and Emergency Shut Down # HU27FR associated with your email. For that product, the only available part for replacement is the Replacement Surge Module for Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Emergency Shut Down - 50 Amp # HU58FR. If you are referring to a normal towing harness, like the Plug-N-Tow Wiring Harness...
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  • Parts Needed to Add a 50-Amp Service and 24Volt Battery System on Cargo Trailer Conversion
  • So we will start with a Power Cord # A10-5036EDBK which you can connect to your trailer using a Power Inlet # A10-50INBKVP. From there you will run your electrical into a panel which you can get from a local hardware store. The Progressive Dynamics 9100 Inteli-Power Lithium Converter Charger # PD914024ALV will connect to a power outlet. We do have the Go Power Industrial Pure Sine Wave Inverter # 34279952 which is compatible with the 24 volt system and has the 2,000 watts of power you are...
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  • Does Anyone Make A Screen Protector For A Challenger Door On A 2017 Forest River Wolf Pack TT?
  • We do have a couple of options that you may be interested in, like the Camco RV Adjustable Screen Door Standard Grille # CAM43980, which is meant to fit a variety of doors measuring 20" to 29" tall, and 24" wide. So, if you measure the size screen you need and it falls within these measurements, then # CAM43980 will work great for you. Or If you are able to provide some measurements, I'd be happy to help.
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  • Availability of Retrofit Disc Brake Kit with Surge Coupler for Single 3,500 Pound Axle Trailer
  • For a kit with coupler that will allow you to add disc brakes to your trailer you can use the Titan Disc Brake Kit and Leverlock Actuator with Electric Lockout # T4843300. This kit is for single axle trailer with a 3,500 pound axle. Included in the kit are 2 hub and rotor assemblies with L68419 inner bearings and L44649 outer bearings, RG06-050 grease seals, races, bearing protectors, brake calipers with mounting brackets and hardware, brake line kit, and the Titan Zinc-Plated Leverlock...
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  • Trailer Wiring Harness for 2014 Chevrolet Equinox Without Tow Package
  • Since your 2014 Chevrolet Equinox does not have any tow package wiring you'll start with a 4-pole harness like # 56094 which is a simple plug-in installation at the car's taillights. This provides stop, turn and tail light signals for the trailer. From there to convert to a 7-way RV-style trailer socket you'll need our # ETBC7 kit. This kit includes all of the components needed to convert the 4-pole flat plug to a 7-way socket like # 37185. An installation video and article are linked...
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  • Which Lippert Screen Defender For 22-3/4 Inch Wide Door
  • You will want to measure the door frame and not the actual screen door and my guess is that you've got roughly a 24" wide door opening on your coach. For a 24" wide doorway you can use the Screen Defender Screen Protector for Lippert RV Entry Doors - Fits Doors 24" Wide # LC25FR, which is the smallest available Screen Defender and is 20-1/2" wide overall. Typically 24" is on the smaller end of RV door sizes so I do recommend confirming the measurement.
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  • 42 And 44 Inch Tire Covers For A 2019 Newmar Dutch Star Motorhome
  • For your 2019 Newmar Dutch Star Motorhome, we have a variety of different colors for you depending primarily on color preference. For 42" tires, we have the: -Adco Tyre Gard RV Wheel Covers # 290-3749 for white. Or -Camco Vinyl Wheel and Tire Protectors # CAM45251 for black. These tire covers will fit 40" to 42" diameter tires, and measures 42" in diameter, and 8-1/2" deep. For 44" tires, we have the: -Adco Ultra Tyre Gard RV Wheel Covers # 290-3956 for white. Or -Adco Ultra Tyre...
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  • Base Plates and Related Flat Towing Components for 2010 Ford Fusion Towed by Class C RV
  • Your 2010 Ford Fusion can be fitted with Blue Ox's base plate kit # BX2614 which features handy twist-lock draw bars - no pins to get lost. These base plates bolt on to your Fusion without welding and they include the mounting hardware. When you order you ReadyBrute Elite tow bar you will want to be certain to order it with the Blue Ox clevis option to ensure easy connection to your Blue Ox base plates. Since this tow bar includes safety cables and surge brakes you need to add only the...
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  • Solution To Prevent My 2022 Jayco Pinnacle From Bottoming Out
  • Thanks for the pictures! The Ultra-Fab Hitch Mounted Steel Rollers for RVs w/ 2-1/2" Hitch Tubing # UF48-979017 would work great for your 2022 Jayco Pinnacle 38FLGS, and would eliminate the dragging you're experiencing. Adding the Roadmaster Rollaway Trailer Hitch Protector # RM-050 that you mention is not necessary as the steel rollers will prevent the hitch from bottoming out.
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  • Parts Needed To Convert Surge Actuated Disc Brakes To Operate Off Electric Trailer Brake Controller
  • If the disc brakes on your trailer are still in good condition you can install the Hydrastar Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator w/ Breakaway and 7-Way RV Harness # HS381-9067. This will allow you to control the trailer brakes using an Brake Controller # 90195 rated for electric over hydraulic brakes. It will also give you much better braking than if you were to install Electric Brakes # AKEBRK-7-SA on both your axles. In the event you wish to install standard electric brakes I will...
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  • Recommended Flat Tow Braking System And Flat Towing Setup For A 2018 Honda Fit
  • You are correct, surge brakes are most commonly found on RVs and are not likely to be found on passenger cars like your 2018 Honda Fit. With that being said, I recommend checking out the Demco SBS Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System # SM99251 with the brake light relay # RM-88400. This braking system will work great with your 2018 Honda Fit, is made in the USA, and has a one time setup so you don't need to re-set it up every time you need to tow. Additionally, if you need a...
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  • Parts Needed to Switch from Surge Disc Brake Actuator to Electric Over Hydraulic
  • To switch from your current surge brake system to an electric over hydraulic system you'll need an EOH actuator, a brake controller and possibly a new coupler; you'll also need to re-wire the trailer so that it has a 7 way plug. Additionally, if you don't already have a 7 way plug on your tow vehicle, you will need to add one using a kit like the # ETBC7. For the actuator you can use the HydraStar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator for Disc Brakes - 1,600 psi # HBA16, which is designed for...
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  • What Is Needed To Switch A Trailer From A Surge Brake Set Up To Electric Over Hydraulic Set Up
  • The HydraStar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator for Disc Brakes - 1,600 psi Item # HBA16, Tekonsha Shur-Set III Trailer Breakaway Kit with Built-In Battery Charger - Top Load - Clamp On Item # 2028, Tekonsha Voyager Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional Item # 39510, and the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Nissan and Infiniti Item # 3050-P are the correct parts needed top switch from a surge brake set up to an electric over hydraulic with...
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  • Rock Guard For Use With etrailer Tow Bar And Base Plates
  • Using the etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar, # e34ZR with the etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit, # e98948 for your 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is a great choice, but the Blue Ox KarGard # BX8870 you were looking at only works with Blue Ox Tow bars. I suggest the Sentry Deflector, # DM9523135 from Demco as it will fit with etrailer branded tow bars.
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  • Recommended Tow Dolly for a 2017 Volkswagen Passat
  • For your 2017 Volkswagen Passat I recommend going with the Demco Kar Kaddy X Tow Dolly w/ Disc Brakes - Tilt Bed Frame # DM9713093. This tow dolly has plenty of capacity to be able to handle the weight of your Passat at 4,800-lbs, a tilting bed frame which is great for unloading and loading your toad, and also has a disc braking system and a E-Z latch surge brake coupler so you don't need to buy a 7-way or brake controller.
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  • Parts Needed To Upgrade Drum Brakes on Boat Trailer to Disc Brakes
  • Given the size of your wheels and the bolt pattern, it's likely that you have a 3500 lb axle. You can confirm this by checking the reference numbers on your inner and outer wheel bearings. The reference number can be found on the side of the bearing cages. If you have an L68149 Inner and an L44649 outer bearing, and the diameter of the spindle where the grease seal rides is 1.719 inches in diameter, I'd recommend the Kodiak 10 inch hub/rotor kit, part # K2HR35D. If you wanted to install...
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