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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 05-27-2015, 05:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,802
Posted By hotqld
Funfinder 244

Does anyone know what Dexter suspension parts / axle assemblies went into the 2012 244 Funfinder?
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 03-25-2015, 02:22 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 12,254
Posted By hotqld
Here is some good reading why it is desirable to...

Here is some good reading why it is desirable to get the tongue weight in the 10-15% range

https://oppositelock.jalopnik.com/tow-me-down-1609112611
...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 03-24-2015, 03:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,932
Posted By hotqld
1st Ball weight is 675lbs, we check it with ball...

1st Ball weight is 675lbs, we check it with ball weight scales I think you guys might refer to that hitch / tongue weight?
Reece WDH, not a lot of tension
Friction sway bars ...2 off.

When we...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 03-22-2015, 05:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 12,254
Posted By hotqld
Our 2012 244RBS Ball weight 280 -330kg 675lbs. ...

Our 2012 244RBS
Ball weight 280 -330kg 675lbs.
Reece WDH
2 off friction sway bars
Load bearing Monroe shocks and new front struts with HD springs to the tug.
Fitted shocks to the 244RBS.
Very...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 03-22-2015, 04:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,932
Posted By hotqld
Yes and towing with the WH Jeep Grand Cherokee...

Yes and towing with the WH Jeep Grand Cherokee with a few mods to settle the 244 down
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 02-06-2015, 05:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,547
Posted By hotqld
We started with a 200 watt panel, 6 months later...

We started with a 200 watt panel, 6 months later put another in that was good except winter it was borderline.
Now we have 3 panels 600 watt, and see often the controller pumping in 20 -30 amps.
...
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 01-07-2015, 06:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,696
Posted By hotqld
My understanding as solar panels get hot they...

My understanding as solar panels get hot they lose efficiency as our temperatures rise above 110 f.

On the AGM batteries I use Standby Batteries that have came out of Telecom communication Towers...
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 01-03-2015, 05:58 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,696
Posted By hotqld
No its a 2007 and has the German mecedes V6 3...

No its a 2007 and has the German mecedes V6 3 litre OM642 diesel no issues at all.

I think they started fitting the Italian diesels here around 2012, they seem OK just some issues with the...
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 01-03-2015, 05:01 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,696
Posted By hotqld
solar panels

I have 3 200 watt panels mounted on my 244 Funfinder roof.

I cut 2 inch by 2 inch wood the same width as each solar panel and used a galvanised plate 2 inches by 3 inches screwed onto the ends of...
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 07-31-2014, 02:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,480
Posted By hotqld
Our Dometic 2652 was a two way Propane / 110V....

Our Dometic 2652 was a two way Propane / 110V. with 12V just on the control circuits.
We converted it to Propane / fully 12v to get around the legalities of running a 110V appliance in a 240V...
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 05-05-2014, 06:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,715
Posted By hotqld
Mark Did you notice any difference with the...

Mark
Did you notice any difference with the slightly wider and higher tire?
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 05-04-2014, 08:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,715
Posted By hotqld
Bigger stronger Tires funfinder 244

Has anyone fitted bigger stronger tires to the 244 of similiar, to enhance stability and 4WD / sand type.
I imagine the tires fitted new are to a price.
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 03-29-2014, 07:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,269
Posted By hotqld
Black water tank emptying

We were emptying our full black water tank into a disposal point and the hose came off the connection to outlet socket that came new with our funfinder.
With the contents all over me....not good.
...
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 02-22-2014, 07:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,640
Posted By hotqld
Dometic DM2652RBX I have a 110/220V to DC...

Dometic DM2652RBX
I have a 110/220V to DC 12V/24V 360W LED Strip Light Switch Power Supply Driver.
...
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 02-20-2014, 06:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,640
Posted By hotqld
Check element performance

We reckon our Dometic fridge runs better now on 12 volts than propane.

We installed a 280watt 12 volt element but wound the 12 volt converter up to around 14.5 volts to get about 13.7 volts at the...
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 01-18-2014, 06:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,606
Posted By hotqld
electronic trailer sway control

Has anyone used the Tuscon trailer electronic sway control?
https://direclink.webplus.net/swaycontrol.html
Forum: Fun Finder Community 01-14-2014, 06:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,756
Posted By hotqld
Solar

We have 400 watts of panels on the roof and 300ah in batteries which makes us self sufficient.
Most with portable panels here go for 120-180 watts.
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 12-05-2013, 02:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,197
Posted By hotqld
I don't think you can post images on here. Things...

I don't think you can post images on here. Things changed a little from my post, but I still converted the 2way DM2652 TO 3 WAY for $150.00 maybe $200.00 if you count the 8mm cable running to the tug...
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 10-22-2013, 06:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,059
Posted By hotqld
We have just experience mice in our travel...

We have just experience mice in our travel trailer, droppings, chewed bits.
Now a hell of a smell, we think one has got down the holes beside the water heater or fridge and died in the underfloor...
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 10-19-2013, 03:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,575
Posted By hotqld
We have on the 244rbs, we are using 2 off 110AH...

We have on the 244rbs, we are using 2 off 110AH 12V AGM. Mounted under the seats over the axles.
Seemed a sensible place, heavy stuff over the axles.

We also carry another 2 batteries the same in...
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 10-19-2013, 03:51 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,257
Posted By hotqld
Shock absorbers

Has anyone fitted shock absorbers to their Travel Trailers.

I am thinking about it and see Dexter has a shock add on kit, looks a bit small?
Am towing a funfinder 244 RBS handles fine, sometimes...
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 10-07-2013, 06:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,197
Posted By hotqld
I have a solution, if anyone else is looking to...

I have a solution, if anyone else is looking to do similar, maybe 12V solar? or while towing long distance using the tugs alternator?

Out with the multi meter today, I have found two ways.

To...
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 10-03-2013, 07:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,197
Posted By hotqld
Down under Funfinder

Thanks Don
Yes we brought the Funfinder new in the USA and shipped it to Australia, in Australia Travel Trailers similar to the 244 sell for $70,000.00
I rewired it in our 240 volt stuff and local...
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 10-02-2013, 01:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,197
Posted By hotqld
12 volt

Hi Don
My intention is only run direct 12 volt when driving, we have 8 gauge wiring from the car battery to the travel trailer.

The other is I don't have access to 120volts only 240 volts, using...
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 09-30-2013, 09:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,197
Posted By hotqld
Dometic 2 way DM2652RBX Convert to 3 way

Has anyone converted their 2way fridge freezer DM2652RBX that runs on propane and or 110volt with 12 volt controls.

To 3 way or changed the 110 volt heater to 12 volt heater ?
So I can run on...
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