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Re: Alde Heating
Installed new board pump works fine no voltage when pump is off cont operation and works fine when on. Might look into repairing old board as spare. There are two relays K1 and K2 one of which might bad. Sincerely Tim
How to - removing burr on bottom of damaged tongue jack leg.
Hi everyone, I am new to the forum have been enjoying reading all the posts and learned a lot about our new-to-us 2021 Tab 320ss Boondock trailer.
We bought the trailer used and it had some damage to the bottom of the trailer tongue jack leg where it had been dragged on the pavement without the jockey wheel attached. As a result the jack leg had a large burr all the way around it and the jockey wheel that goes on the bottom of the tongue jack leg would no longer fit into the jockey wheel mount.
The following is the quick repair that I did to clean up the burr with an angle grinder and allow the wheel to re-mount.
First I secured the trailer on flat ground and with appropriate chocks, jack stands or other supports while I removed the tongue jack. I kept mine hooked to my tow vehicle with the e-brake on for support during the repair.
The tongue jack is held in place by 3 bolts, these are threaded directly into the tongue on my 2021 320ss Boondock so no need to hold any nuts on the bottom.
On my 2021 TAB 320ss they are 14mm.
Once I removed these 3 bolts the tongue jack lifts out.
Note the damaged bottom of the jack leg. Ouch. That must have sent some sparks!
The burr on the outside of the leg is too wide for the leg to fit into the wheel socket.
In this case the leg is worn almost down to the hole where the retaining pin goes through, I will probably need to do a more long term repair later. But for now I just need to get that wheel on temporarily so I can move the trailer around my yard.
I clamped the jack leg to a stable surface and used an angle grinder to clean up the burr. Always use appropriate safety gear when using an angle grinder, or if you don't have a grinder you could probably find a local repair shop that would clean it up for you for a few dollars.
Remove the bare minimum of metal to make the surface flush again so it will fit into the jockey wheel mount.
I am zoomed way in on this so the grinding looks rougher than it really is.
Reinstalling the jack leg back in the tongue is the reverse of removal.
Important - The breakaway safety cable runs through the tongue here as shown, I made sure not to pinch the breakaway safety cable when reinserting the jack leg, since that might have prevented the breakaway cable from functioning properly.
I was able to reach through the front of the tongue to hold the cable out of the way without pinching my fingers as I dropped the jack leg back in place.
Reinstalled the 3 bolts, and now the jockey wheel will mount normally.
As noted before on the earlier photo, in my case the bottom of the jack leg is very worn so I may trim it and drill new holes.
But not today.
(The nuts protruding below are for the outer large mounting plate on the tongue, NOT the ones I removed in this post, which are threaded directly into the tongue)
This process was pretty obvious to most I am sure but figured I would make a post just in case it helps someone.
We bought the trailer used and it had some damage to the bottom of the trailer tongue jack leg where it had been dragged on the pavement without the jockey wheel attached. As a result the jack leg had a large burr all the way around it and the jockey wheel that goes on the bottom of the tongue jack leg would no longer fit into the jockey wheel mount.
The following is the quick repair that I did to clean up the burr with an angle grinder and allow the wheel to re-mount.
First I secured the trailer on flat ground and with appropriate chocks, jack stands or other supports while I removed the tongue jack. I kept mine hooked to my tow vehicle with the e-brake on for support during the repair.
The tongue jack is held in place by 3 bolts, these are threaded directly into the tongue on my 2021 320ss Boondock so no need to hold any nuts on the bottom.
On my 2021 TAB 320ss they are 14mm.
Once I removed these 3 bolts the tongue jack lifts out.
Note the damaged bottom of the jack leg. Ouch. That must have sent some sparks!
The burr on the outside of the leg is too wide for the leg to fit into the wheel socket.
In this case the leg is worn almost down to the hole where the retaining pin goes through, I will probably need to do a more long term repair later. But for now I just need to get that wheel on temporarily so I can move the trailer around my yard.
I clamped the jack leg to a stable surface and used an angle grinder to clean up the burr. Always use appropriate safety gear when using an angle grinder, or if you don't have a grinder you could probably find a local repair shop that would clean it up for you for a few dollars.
Remove the bare minimum of metal to make the surface flush again so it will fit into the jockey wheel mount.
I am zoomed way in on this so the grinding looks rougher than it really is.
Reinstalling the jack leg back in the tongue is the reverse of removal.
Important - The breakaway safety cable runs through the tongue here as shown, I made sure not to pinch the breakaway safety cable when reinserting the jack leg, since that might have prevented the breakaway cable from functioning properly.
I was able to reach through the front of the tongue to hold the cable out of the way without pinching my fingers as I dropped the jack leg back in place.
Reinstalled the 3 bolts, and now the jockey wheel will mount normally.
As noted before on the earlier photo, in my case the bottom of the jack leg is very worn so I may trim it and drill new holes.
But not today.
(The nuts protruding below are for the outer large mounting plate on the tongue, NOT the ones I removed in this post, which are threaded directly into the tongue)
This process was pretty obvious to most I am sure but figured I would make a post just in case it helps someone.
Re: Mod: Warmer accent lights (LEDs) on 2023 TAB 320
I took it apart and put red gel paper over the lens.ckjs said:SLJ said:…. Changed the outside light to red also.I’d like to do that too. Which outside lights did you get?
I also replaced the ceiling light and bathroom light with the same except warm white and dimmable (and no glow when off) so I don't get blinded at night if I turn one on. Direct fit on my '21 320S. https://amzn.to/3Z43tCL
Re: A newbie needs some quick opinions
Excess water can accumulate on the chloroplast panel covering the bottom of the Tab 400. The panel does not provide a completely watertight seal, so water from traveling down the road can get in that area. The overflow valve does not drain into the area you mentioned. It is directly behind the rear tire on the driver's side of the trailer.
We also have seen a few spots on our 23' Tab 400 that appear to glue bleed through. It is only in one spot and isn't very prominent, so we haven't worried about it.
We also have seen a few spots on our 23' Tab 400 that appear to glue bleed through. It is only in one spot and isn't very prominent, so we haven't worried about it.
Re: Mod: Warmer accent lights (LEDs) on 2023 TAB 320
Interesting. I wouldn't need all the colors. I added red so I wouldn't ruin my night vision when using a telescope and camping at dark sky campgrounds. Changed the outside light to red also.
Re: T@B 400 Alde corrosion
On my T@b there is a larger, probably 1-1/4" rubber plug in the floor with 3 smaller holes in it. The small rubber hose from the bleeder simply sticks into one of the 3 holes and extends maybe an inch below the floor.
Re: Quality Control
My 320 was built in February of '21 and had the newer Glycol.manyman297 said:Anything older than mid 2021s runs the risk of the dreaded Alde corrosion. I’d rather deal with maybe some cheaper cabinetry or whatever vs corroding convectors.
Re: CSS is at the top of my (most recent) RV search
Here you go @Marceline. I took a few pics last fall. For scale, the table is 3 foot wide. It’s nice for shade and rain. You have to cinch it down and tie it to the lock handles when you close the hatch at night.
A Bit of Fun = = CheapRVliving TAB320S
CheapRVliving rarely has TAB or TAB like trailer stories as it focuses more on DIY Van Conversions, etc.
This story is fun to watch as TAB Owner is very new to the TAB Family and does a nice job of mixing his TAB Features with past tent camping 'camp site' living.
72 and Free
Side Note:
In video Owner comments "Social Security doesn't cut-it" . . . .
Far too many people don't realize that Social Security was created and designed to provide/cover
around 40% of one's retirement living expenses. Individual retirement savings/pensions/etc
are critical to a less stressful [financial] retirement.
This story is fun to watch as TAB Owner is very new to the TAB Family and does a nice job of mixing his TAB Features with past tent camping 'camp site' living.
72 and Free
Side Note:
In video Owner comments "Social Security doesn't cut-it" . . . .
Far too many people don't realize that Social Security was created and designed to provide/cover
around 40% of one's retirement living expenses. Individual retirement savings/pensions/etc
are critical to a less stressful [financial] retirement.
3D Printing Mods
Hi Everyone,
I just got my Tab 320S back in April this year. As a tinkerer, I enjoy finding ways to improve functionality with the camper. 3D printing is a great way to fabricate custom pieces, so I thought I would start a thread to post solutions as they are built. I only have 2 pieces in use so far, but there are some additional ideas in mind I plan on making. If you have ideas or sketches, I enjoy the challenge so feel free to offer them up here!
If you find any of these useful and have a 3D printer or access to one, it is very easy to download the STL file, use a slicer, then print it. Hope this helps someone!
Spacer to prevent cabinet doors from hitting shower door and leaving marks - print in white and it is barely noticeable. One piece placed halfway between the 2 doors will catch both of them. Just attach with some double-stick tape.
Shower door hangers to hold pocket organizer. Barely visible from outside of door (white on white), much better fit (fine for traveling), and won't mark up the door like the metal hooks that it comes with from Amazon.
I just got my Tab 320S back in April this year. As a tinkerer, I enjoy finding ways to improve functionality with the camper. 3D printing is a great way to fabricate custom pieces, so I thought I would start a thread to post solutions as they are built. I only have 2 pieces in use so far, but there are some additional ideas in mind I plan on making. If you have ideas or sketches, I enjoy the challenge so feel free to offer them up here!
If you find any of these useful and have a 3D printer or access to one, it is very easy to download the STL file, use a slicer, then print it. Hope this helps someone!
Spacer to prevent cabinet doors from hitting shower door and leaving marks - print in white and it is barely noticeable. One piece placed halfway between the 2 doors will catch both of them. Just attach with some double-stick tape.
Shower door hangers to hold pocket organizer. Barely visible from outside of door (white on white), much better fit (fine for traveling), and won't mark up the door like the metal hooks that it comes with from Amazon.
