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Re: Twin bed conversion in an older T@B
@hammerstone, We didn't like the hassle of the queen bed setup and the difficult access to the toilet in the middle of the night. Once we decided the "2 twins" was the configuration that worked best for us I purchased a queen topper, cut it to be slightly wider than the benches on the sides and sewed the topper cover back. We use these on top of the existing bench cushions. Next I built new side bench wood covers for the cabinet areas over the wheels. I inset a 3/4" peg in the under side of the covers so when I slid them out at night they would stop at the appropriate width of the topper. I didn't try changing the cushion size as I didn't want to get into making new cushions, I just pulled the cushion out with the slide and dropped a 3" diameter pool noodle in the gap at the side of the camper, it works fine to fill the gap with the topper laying over it. Next I bought a Lagun table mount and made a custom table top. In the "awake" position the table opened up for fine dining, puzzle working or laptop table. In the "sleep" position I fold the wings up on the table and spin the mount around to provide a bedside configuration for whatever you want close at hand. the way we use our T@b we almost never pull the bench back vertical so when we get up in the morning we just roll the topper up toward the back and we're ready for the day.
The twin bed setup makes it easy for the early riser (me) to get up with our GSD and go outside without bothering the better half.
The pics below mostly show the table but if you need any more detail I can easily provide more photos and descriptions.
(due to some technical snafu I was not able to get my pic selection to upload to the document) I'll work on that and post the pic later.
The twin bed setup makes it easy for the early riser (me) to get up with our GSD and go outside without bothering the better half.
The pics below mostly show the table but if you need any more detail I can easily provide more photos and descriptions.
(due to some technical snafu I was not able to get my pic selection to upload to the document) I'll work on that and post the pic later.
Another sewer hose discussion!
I’ve seen a picture of a Valterra sewer hose tube attached to the back handles of a 320S but for the life of me cannot find it. I tried my own application this morning with zip ties, but couldn’t keep the tube from rotating on the handles. Would someone who has done this mod post some pics of how you attached it? A not so handy old guy would appreciate it! 
Re: On our Tab 400, we can only get Hot water outside
I could have swore the title of the thread read , "Holy water" 
It sounds like a valve is in the wrong position. If the Nautilus (if you have one) is correct (always double check), check the valves in the plumbing under the bench.
It sounds like a valve is in the wrong position. If the Nautilus (if you have one) is correct (always double check), check the valves in the plumbing under the bench.
Re: Norcold 3-Way Fridge Running off DC vs AC w/inverter
I got into this discussion thinking it was about using an inverter to change 12VDC battery power to 120VAC and run a 3-way fridge using it's 120V AC feature. I apologize if I misunderstood what you were writing about. Running a 3-way on 120V using an inverter to supply power from a 12V source will be a big draw on your battery.ReenieG said:... As for the 3-way fridge I have, it uses much less amperage on shore power than the 12v setting. Of course propane is best but I want to try it with an inverter when hookups aren't available.
Re: How do you determine if your T@b is level?
I just park it and give it a night. If I haven't rolled off the bed by morning, I know it's fine! ;-)
Re: How to level the FIRST time?
Compass app is separate for android. I also use that all the time; to find my way from the refrigerator to the bathroom (due east right now).
Re: No Battery Power - troubleshooting help
That was it, all's working!
Thank you all so much for the quick help. And mostly for sparing me an embarrassing conversation with a service tech (not to mention the fees).
I will get pictures before disassembly.
I will get pictures before disassembly.
I will get pictures before disassembly.
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Thank you all so much for the quick help. And mostly for sparing me an embarrassing conversation with a service tech (not to mention the fees).
I will get pictures before disassembly.
I will get pictures before disassembly.
I will get pictures before disassembly.
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Lost taillight wire
My passenger taillight on 2020 320SBD has had a variable number and location of lights that worked. When only the three bottom ones worked yesterday, I tried to rewire it. The connection to the white wire was probably the problem because it separated from its connector as I wrestled the wires out of the hole which I had to enlarge. The other end of that wire is inside the trailer.
Any suggestions on how I can access it to retrieve it?
Re: Solar upgrade for 2024 320 Black Canyon
At night the solar produces zero power, so if you have anything on in the trailer, consumed aH is always going to show a negative number first thing in the morning. Then, as the solar produces power, that negative number should gradually diminish (as long as solar power in > power being used) until consumed aH gets back down to zero.Joel said:
But the shunt reading confused me. Around noon yesterday it said "consumed Ah" was 0Ah, even though the trailer had been "boondockiong" in my driveway for four days, and a few days before it read -25Ah. This morning at 6:30 a.m. I checked again and overnight the battery had dropped to 13.07v and consumed Ah was -27Ah.
Does that seem normal? I can see how the solar charge varies, but how can I tell what my usage is, and more specifically, what I can do to reduce that usage?
"Consumed aH" is actually "net consumption." I agree it's confusing and Victron should improve the labeling.
That said, -27Ah is a pretty big drop overnight, though. What do you have running in the camper? Is the fridge set to 5 (would cause the compressor to run almost nonstop)?
Re: Sewer hose storage and putting screws in the front of a 2023 Tab400
LOL!!!! My wife refers to it as the Rocket Launcher too!!! I love the idea of getting some symmetry. Perhaps loading it with the liquor bottles! Your installation on the underside IS really quite outstanding! No matter what, it is such a welcome addition to have the hoses handy and not squirlled away in TV or under bench and dripping...
