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Re: jockey wheels on the AL-KO frames
Our 2019 rolled out from under us once when on the stabilizers so we now use this instead. Our dealer was so impressed he uses them now.
Re: I can't find anything on this forum or on YouTube concerning T@B stabilizers
The rear stabilizers are part of the frame. The diecast nuts are a typical failure point and are available as a replacement part. UK caravan dealers are the typical source of parts for that chassis.
Re: extra negative wire crimped to main on battery?
Hi,
Everything from the front tub goes through the trailer junction box on the frame and then to the inside of the TAB (at least in my '21). The negative circuit (wire) from the front tub goes to junction box #7 terminal, then from there to the negative bus bar besides the WFCO. The positive battery circuit (wire) from the front tub goes to junction box #6 terminal, then inside to the WFCO battery wire (also #6).
I also moved my batteries inside w/o cutting any holes for wires. You can splice into the the WFCO battery #6 wire. Ask if you need more details.
Everything from the front tub goes through the trailer junction box on the frame and then to the inside of the TAB (at least in my '21). The negative circuit (wire) from the front tub goes to junction box #7 terminal, then from there to the negative bus bar besides the WFCO. The positive battery circuit (wire) from the front tub goes to junction box #6 terminal, then inside to the WFCO battery wire (also #6).
I also moved my batteries inside w/o cutting any holes for wires. You can splice into the the WFCO battery #6 wire. Ask if you need more details.
Re: jockey wheels on the AL-KO frames
The red handle on the side loosens the entire shaft assembly. The crank on the top provides about 8 inches of adjustment. When using, you lower ther entire assembly to a couple inches above the ground, tighten the side clamp, then crank the wheel lower as needed to lift the trailer tongue. When done, retract the wheel until the fork blades engage in the slots on the shaft tube. Then raise the entire assembly as high as possible for ground clearance while traveling.
Re: The Danby Air Conditioner in a Tab320s
A] My fan was installed to pull air in (correct direction).
B] My 1.5 inch Vent tube/cab also was placed to Cut the Roof Framing.
C] I replaced the 1.5 inch vent pipe { 1.77 sq inch max air flow without bug screens } with a
4 inch pipe and Radon Hood/Cap should provides 14 sq inch max air flow.
Re: Attaching metal plate for a backup magnetic camera
I went with the often recommended VHB 5952, although 4950 is also recommended for panel attachment.Marceline
There are different types of 3M VHB tape, so be sure to get the type that's appropriate for your application.
Re: extra negative wire crimped to main on battery?
It may be a ground to the Alde. We had one added to prevent Alde fuses from blowing.
Re: Looking for TV
enzo86 said:we are using a 24 Kia Teluride X-PRO on our 400, 5500lb tow rating, 550lb tongue weight max. Electric Brake controller install was very simple.
I'll second the Telluride. We have a 2022 EX-P with "only" a 5,000# rating, and use it for towing a somewhat lighter 320, but we are barely aware that anything's behind us. I'm sure that will be much the same for towing the 400 with the Telly. We have the Prodigy RF system that is a great alternative to the typical cockpit brake controller.
The Telluride is a great all-around performer; quiet, capable and comfortable. We were a long-time Volvo family, and the Telly is quite close to an XC-90 in most areas. There's a reason the Telluride has been the CR top pick in the mid-size SUV category for several years running. The one drawback, and it's a big one, is the shoddy Kia dealer network. Telluride build quality is very high (it was designed in the US, in CA, is built in GA, and has a high percentage of North American components), so thankfully, visits to the dealer are infrequent.
Re: Alde leaking as it heats.
I’d like to close out this thread by saying that the boiler was indeed ruined by water left in it and freezing temperatures crushing it and cracking the weld between water and glycol. I posted a bunch on those details in another ‘glycol’ thread.
The gifts of having this issue were multiple:
- I learned about this tab forum, how to navigate it and met wonderful, helpful members.
- I learned about this tab forum, how to navigate it and met wonderful, helpful members.
- I learned a ton about my tab trailer and the Alde system in searching for what was wrong
- and the biggest gift was that I had my faith renewed in people.
- and the biggest gift was that I had my faith renewed in people.
The lady who sold me the trailer as-is, and with no knowledge of the boiler issue, was kind and considerate in sharing in the material cost of its repair. She and her son-in-law, and people like them, are my hopes for real healing in a world that seems more unsettled than ever. Their actions make me want to be a better person. If they can make it right for a stranger like me, at a real cost to them in their pocket book, then I’m sure I can find many places in my life to be like them. Passing it forward the best I can. If I slip, they will be a reminder.
Thanks Julie and Shawn.
Re: I can't find anything on this forum or on YouTube concerning T@B stabilizers