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Re: (UPDATED with NuCamp Reply) NuCamp Not Installing 12 Volt TV's in 400
@Dutch061 Not sure what you mean. The TV will always draw the same power, a 30W TV at 120V is still 30W (plus maybe 10% more due to efficiency) at 12V. The conversion multiplier of 10 is the current. For example, 30W @ 120V the current is about 0.25A (30W/120V), for the 12V @ 30W the current is 2.5A (30W/12V).
Re: 2022 t@b 400 Prices?
How far are you from Juniata Valley PA? You can get a new 400 for about $35k. I've bought three T@Bs from Juniata Valley RV and I've never had to negotiate. Their prices are so great from the first quote. Ask for Rick and tell him Robyn Eller referred you.
I just paid $34, 390 for my 400 with the large fridge. Picked it up last week. I referred someone else who got a 400 Boondock for just a bit over $35k.
I just paid $34, 390 for my 400 with the large fridge. Picked it up last week. I referred someone else who got a 400 Boondock for just a bit over $35k.
(UPDATED with NuCamp Reply) NuCamp Not Installing 12 Volt TV's in 400
I just discovered yesterday that my 2022 400 has an AC powered tv. This is problematic for watching tv when not on shore power (boondocking). The AC powered tv requires the inverter to be powered on and that thing seems to draw a lot of amps of power. In addition, an AC "appliance" isn't as efficient as a DC powered appliance when trying to conserve battery power.
I've sent an email to NuCamp to ask why they made this change. Its likely a supply chain issue, but if it isn't, I would really like to know why. Perhaps there is a good reason that I would agree with. Otherwise, I'm about to spend another $300 to buy the Jensen 12 volt model and switch it out. Not a happy camper at the moment, but open to hear their explanation before I buy the 12 volt tv.
I've sent an email to NuCamp to ask why they made this change. Its likely a supply chain issue, but if it isn't, I would really like to know why. Perhaps there is a good reason that I would agree with. Otherwise, I'm about to spend another $300 to buy the Jensen 12 volt model and switch it out. Not a happy camper at the moment, but open to hear their explanation before I buy the 12 volt tv.
Re: Jacking up t@b to change tire
And since safety is a major concern of this thread, it is also a good idea to crack wheel lug nuts loose before you ever jack the trailer up regardless of which jack is used because that motion can rock a trailer - especially if you are on a bottle jack. You can also snug them after the tire is changed but torque them after that tire is closer to the ground.
Re: Factory solar panel peeling
The factory panels are from Sunflare. I’d contact them directly and ask. Please post if you get an answer.
Re: What should I consider carrying on the metal platform in front
Well i want to THANK YOU for making a big deal about the tongue weight!TabbyShack said:I'm realizing now why I am thinking so very conservatively. I had a 2019 400 and when I picked it up from the dealer the tongue weight was 460! I made a few minor mods and got it down to 400. I actually had a part in the redesign because I made a very big deal with NuCamp about the very understated/advertised tongue weight. When I called them about it they were absolutly not aware the tongue weight was that high. They told me they didn't even have a tongue scale! I just picked up a 2022 model and actually weighed the tongue today and without the spare tire mounted it was 320.
Re: School me on max loading and keeping it safe...
Jay, the max load sticker on the Gladiator, is,for any passengers, and cargo in the truck. A driver weight allowance has already been calculated into the cargo rating. So your wife, and any bots in the truck are cargo, including in the cab or bed. The TaB’s tongue weight is also considered cargo and should be subtracted from the 1075 lbs. If the tongue weighs in at 400lbs, that leaves 675 lbs, subtract your wife, and you have about 500 lbs (+/-) for,all,the camping bits, and stuff you need to take with you. Anything mounted to the trailer tongue, like a bicycle, also will add to the tongue weight. I put the bike in our truck’s bed, better weight distribution. Yes, this adds up quickly.
What year is your TaB400? TaB400s built from 2021 and the new 2022 model have a lighter tongue weight, as the axle was shifted forward. The 2020 TaB also is under 350 lbs dry, as it does not have the CoolCat AC. Only the 2018 and 2019 TaB400s had the heavier 400+ lbs tongue weight. Our 2018 TaB400 tongue weighs in at 400 lbs with no propane and a half filled water tank (which is in the middle centered on the axle). It tows quite nicely behind our Gladiator Sport S. The net 500lbs of cargo, less the TaB tongue weight and spouse, is more than e odor the stuff we haul around.
As for safely towing a trailer, look around where you live for a course on trailer towing safety.
Cheers
What year is your TaB400? TaB400s built from 2021 and the new 2022 model have a lighter tongue weight, as the axle was shifted forward. The 2020 TaB also is under 350 lbs dry, as it does not have the CoolCat AC. Only the 2018 and 2019 TaB400s had the heavier 400+ lbs tongue weight. Our 2018 TaB400 tongue weighs in at 400 lbs with no propane and a half filled water tank (which is in the middle centered on the axle). It tows quite nicely behind our Gladiator Sport S. The net 500lbs of cargo, less the TaB tongue weight and spouse, is more than e odor the stuff we haul around.
As for safely towing a trailer, look around where you live for a course on trailer towing safety.
Cheers
Re: Jacking up t@b to change tire
Couple things in this old thread. One I was told to never lubricate lug threads, as torque needs to be with threads dry. A number of years ago I had a tire shop clean all the antisieze off my lugs and scold me about that before they would let vehicle out of the bay.
2nd commet is regarding AAA or any shop knowing how to properly jack. I previously related that I recently found the shop servicing my Tab 400 hubs had all four stabilizer jacks supporting the entire weight of the trailer. I also recently had a tire shop destroy my sway bar bushings on my back axle of my pickup by jacking in them and crushing them instead of jacking in a solid spot.
Best jack and safest is a floor jack, but bulky to carry.
I can't answer the OP question because I haven't looked at an older axle, but assuming similar to newer Tabs, it is the plate just behind the tire that looks like an obvious jack point. It is fairly small surface and using a hydraulic bottle jack is very tricky and a bit unsafe, I had my 400 slip off while checking my brakes, fortunately I still had the tire attached!
2nd commet is regarding AAA or any shop knowing how to properly jack. I previously related that I recently found the shop servicing my Tab 400 hubs had all four stabilizer jacks supporting the entire weight of the trailer. I also recently had a tire shop destroy my sway bar bushings on my back axle of my pickup by jacking in them and crushing them instead of jacking in a solid spot.
Best jack and safest is a floor jack, but bulky to carry.
I can't answer the OP question because I haven't looked at an older axle, but assuming similar to newer Tabs, it is the plate just behind the tire that looks like an obvious jack point. It is fairly small surface and using a hydraulic bottle jack is very tricky and a bit unsafe, I had my 400 slip off while checking my brakes, fortunately I still had the tire attached!
Re: Why am I getting Error Code 10 w/my Norcold fridge?
@CruiserCamperChris I said this a few days ago: we all learn from the questions. Some new owner with the same error message will find this thread, realize the solution is the same, and fix the issue.
And, I learned about how to "decode" 15 and 20 amp outlets.
Re: School me on max loading and keeping it safe...
There is a pretty good discussion in this thread with several examples of owner experience.
https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/comment/136545#Comment_136545
IMO - Planning on regular travel at or near maximum load capacities is ill-advised, uncomfortable and stressful. A poor foundation for an enjoyable travel experience.
https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/comment/136545#Comment_136545
IMO - Planning on regular travel at or near maximum load capacities is ill-advised, uncomfortable and stressful. A poor foundation for an enjoyable travel experience.
