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Got the same problem AGM starter battery and a 12v 200ah lifepo4 house battery.
Here is info on my solution. If you don't have solar this is a good choice BECAUSE it has a built in MPPT solar controller and you can add solar later by buying just solar panels
Same person on both links, Will Prowse
Wire diagram. https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/simplified-400-watt-fewer-wires-and-alternator-charging.html
Review .
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Toyota 22r compression specs, warm engine
Nominal 170 psi
Minimum 142 psi
Max variation between high and low cylinder 14 psi
Remove ALL the sparkplugs, block the throttle wide open, EFI? remove the fuel pump fuse. Then do the compression check.
If the readings are low, a couple squirts of oil in each cylinder, one at a time and then bump the start for a few revs. Recheck compression, if still low, suspect bad valves. If the readings jump up to normal, suspect bad rings
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The rear sway bar can be mounted 2 ways.
1. Like the front, the crossbar is mounted to the frame and the arms to the axle.
2. The cross bar is mounted to the axle and the arms are mounted to the frame.
Both work equally well. Of course you will need bushings, brackets and end links to match your install.
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In reality there probably 2 or 3 Chinese factories that make all the "other brand" generators, changing the color and shape of the housing. So brand is a moot point.
Honda and Yamaha make generators in Jpn, Chn, Tha and even USA
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I would normally say to check out the Harbor Freight generators, as I have had very good luck with them. But they have reshuffled their line up and their generators are too large or too small (2000w or 3500w). Champion has a good lineup of generators.
Linda and extech have good points about noise and weight. If you are using a portable Genset you want to run it on the ground so your RV doesn't act like a sound board and of course you want it as far away as possible. Just remember to chain it to the RV so it doesn't "grow legs and walk away"
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Recpro says 2500w minimum. The Honda is right on the line. A hot day and compressor restarts maybe too much for it.
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semi desperate plan to fix broken fuel level sender.
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This is where it began...https://www.mecum.com/lots/HA0423-551136/1969-volkswagen-super-bugger-beetle-camper/
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An overload is an extra leaf that makes the spring stiffer and will raise the ride height.
Check with ARB about what's available and how much it will raise things.
BUT first get it on the ground and get a reference point.
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Possibly over thinking the problem...🤔 You installed OME springs, have you bolted in the rear axle and set the truck on the ground ??
Did you use OME overloads??
The OEM airbags were a crutch to help the springs. The OME are stiffer than the originals ever were.
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Old Skool. set up amp meter, remove ALL DC fuses and put them back in one at a time. see what circuit is drawing power and start looking for things.
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Finally after weeks of Porsche, Ferrari and MBZ. Something interesting and it's in the USA with a clean Ohio title. So all the import BS is done.
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Jumping in to Mr. Peabody's way-back machine. Your first post has a good picture of the lower bracket. Some 2" strap-iron, a BFH and a vice or an anvil you should be able to make a set of brackets.
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Back up the camera a bit, so we can get a more complete picture of things
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After looking at the P/O's suspension "improvements", may I suggest a quick Google look at the ZUK mod
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1. A Kohler is NON SUPPORTABLE.
2. An Onan 2800w generator, new is $2500-3000, used $800 and up. Don't forget install costs.
3 A HF 3500w inverter generator is $900, less if you watch coupons. It is simple plug in.
I have had HF inverter generators for power outages at home. First one was 2000/1600 watt unit it would run 1 fridge and a propane furnace.
Other house had a 3500w unit, It would run gas furnace and 2 fridges. Plus essential TVs, internet and some house lighting.
The 2000 w unit would probably run your AC IF you installed a insta start booster. But that's about it.
The 3500 w unit should run your stock AC and have enough overhead to run a microwave.
There are other brand quality Inverter generators, due diligence is needed.
"Industrial" generators are cheaper, noisier and burn more gas.
So like how off grid are you going to be.
Generators would be cheaper, but have you thought about solar?? There have been a couple of 12v AC conversions on this site
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If there was bad gas in the fuel tank, then there was bad gas in the fuel lines. Did you flush the lines too. There can be enough bad dirty fuel to plug the injectors.
Critter nest under the hood, a critter nest in the air cleaner box is possible. Also critters LOVE plastic wire coating, any chewed wiring??
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Random thoughts.
You can replace the cooling unit with fridge inside the RV. Lay it door down on a some bath towels or scrap carpet. If everything goes pear shaped, the fridge can be removed through the passenger door, BUT the seat has to come out first.
Can you see ANY difference in the flame as you turn the thermostat?? When you tried to re start the fridge did it gurgle? (bad)
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1 out of 3 fridges. Only 1 was a 2410. The 2410 was not a winner.
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Ideas from the cheap seats🤡.
If a wack didn't turn it back on. Try the old stand by. Take it out and turn it over for a day, putting it on its side helps too. Whacking it in all positions doesn't hurt.
I've had a 30% success with this procedure.
Take an air compressor and blow out the boiler stack (tall skinny thing), rust flakes can block air flow.
Here's what THEY say...https://bryantrv.com/docs2/docs/rm2510_52.pdf
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90% of the time the "coolant recovery tank" is attached to the radiator by a small hose. The hose normally hooks up to the radiator close to the radiator cap. The tank should be bolted to the radiator core support. Look for an empty place near the air cleaner.
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Its a fishing shack, duct tape and if you want to really tart it up then add a slip cover.😂
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Go to eBay and search slipcovers
Optima AGM Starter battery with Lithium House battery - Some general confusion and a request for opinions
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Lifepo4 rated converter direct to battery. The DC to DC charger does have limits and you need to understand them. But for small Toyota size setups it's easy and fast.
I have shore power, a 5.5kw generator and a 2000w inverter. There is an automatic transfer switch (ats) between shore power and the generator. I also installed an Gopower GP-TS 30 ATS between the inverter and converter. When your using the inverter the ATS unplugs the converter so your not trying to charge the 12v battery when your running the inverter off the battery. That would be Perpetual motion, right😁
So my AC power flow is 1. generator power powers everything, 2. shore power powers everything, 3 Inverter powers everything EXCEPT converter and AC. It's all automatic no plug and unplug stuff. It seems backwards between generator and shore power, but that prevents the generator or inverter from back feeding the shore power plug if you were into shore power, the power failed and you started the generator or inverter. Anybody working on the down shore power line much appreciates this.