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  1. DaveM

    Chain 12v fridge to aux batt to truck aux power to charge and power at same time?

    I should have included the details on the aux plug to the rear. It's a marine grade outlet on 12 awg wire to a blue sea fuse box. It's on a 30amp fuse (IIRC), and the blue sea is wired with 10 awg direct to the batt and fused inline (need to check fuse amp, 30 or 60). I would unplug the aux to...
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    Chain 12v fridge to aux batt to truck aux power to charge and power at same time?

    I have what is probably a very stupid question regarding 12v power supply and charging from an aux 12v plug in a truck. I have the Doemtic CFX 35 portable fridge from Campingworld. I don't have the budget or expertise to set up a dual battery system, so I plan to run the fridge off an...
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    Has anyone seen the Opus Campers?

    bump Just discovered this trailer. Looks like a good compromise between a traditional pop-up and tent/trailer combos. Would love to hear ExPo members reviews if anyone happens to own or have used one of these. I'm getting old enough to not want to sleep on the ground anymore, but dislike the...
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    Micro-Start XP-1

    I asked them about this before purchasing and they were adamant that they do not sell via Amazon and none of their authorized distributors do either. They suggested these were 'seconds' or refurbished products and would not stand behind them. I emailed a few of the Amazon sellers and they were...
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    Micro-Start XP-1

    Had the opportunity to use my Microstart XP-3 recently. Parents older Ford Explorer died at the cabin we were at for Thanksgiving. Pulled out the XP-3, pressed the on button and it showed only 2 out of the 4 charge lights (been sitting in my truck for almost a year). Hooked it up, and with just...
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    camp pad / bed for 4 person family?

    I actually use the interlocking foam tiles under our current foam pad as well. The dense tiles help now that the foam sleeping pad is older and worn out. Our 6 year old sleeps in his own bag now, the 2 year old will probably keep sleeping in the double bag for another year or two. Although I...
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    camp pad / bed for 4 person family?

    Looking for some new ideas for sleeping pads for family camping My wife, myself, and our two boys (2 and 6 years old) camp in our RV3 OZ tent which is 8' wide and 6' deep. The wife and youngest usually share our two person bag, while the oder boy and I have our own bags (or he sometimes goes...
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    Official OZTENT review

    We've had our RV-3 for at least 5 or 6 years, and used it many times. Overall the quality is very good and does hold up well. The fabric is fairly heavy duty compared to standard pole tents and I haven't noticed any wear spots and no tears. Screen is also in good shape and seems strong. The...
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    Any recommendations for a offline off road mapping system app for the iPad mini?

    I'll 'second' (or third or fourth) the Avenza PDF Maps app. User friendly and free. Has direct to app map store (some free and some pay maps). User can upload any map of their own creation as well as long as it's a GeoPDF or GeoTIF. Records way-points and tracks and can export or load...
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    Official OZTENT review

    Not hearing anything back from OZ Tent USA either. Need to replace the storage bag for my RV 3. Original bag has become extremely sun damaged and fragile (torn handles). Not sure why the bag has fared so poorly when the tent still looks like new. I've been putting it off due the cost of the bags...
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    Micro-Start XP-1

    They claim that none of the sellers on Amazon and Ebay are authorized resellers of Microstart products and he was implying that poor quality units may have been either knock offs or refurbished units. They also claim to be in discussions with Amazon and Ebay looking into how the sellers are...
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    Micro-Start XP-1

    I asked Antigravity Batteries a few questions regarding some of the warranty issues I've been reading about and got a quick reply that I thought was helpful. According to AB the Amazon and Ebay stores are not official resellers of their products and some of what's being sold may be knock offs...
  13. DaveM

    Micro-Start XP-1

    Why did you stop using it as a jump pack?
  14. DaveM

    Micro-Start XP-1

    I'd read that before and was hopeful that was a common source of the issues, but I still see a number of people complaining they had units straight out of the box that would't take a charge. I'm also curious about the hook up sequence, I don't quite understand how it can matter what gets hooked...
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    Micro-Start XP-1

    What seems to be the verdict on the Microstart jump packs? Looking at the two threads here on the forum and the comments on the Amazon sales pages these seem to get great reviews from a majority of users but with significant reports of failed units fresh out of the box, or poor quality...
  16. DaveM

    Quick N Easy rack clamps, 6 short and 4 tall, Redwood City CA - SOLD

    Sold all yesterday. Sorry. - d
  17. DaveM

    Quick N Easy rack clamps, 6 short and 4 tall, Redwood City CA - SOLD

    Hey Abitibi, I'm showing them to a guy tomorrow. If that doesn't work out or he doesn't want them all I'll let you know. - d
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    Quick N Easy rack clamps, 6 short and 4 tall, Redwood City CA - SOLD

    Yes, very secure and strong. I used both sets (separately) to hold up my Magiolina RTT. Using aluminum square cross bars, I never felt the assembly move or bend with two adults inside. Let me know if need more info or measurements. Dave
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    Quick N Easy rack clamps, 6 short and 4 tall, Redwood City CA - SOLD

    I guess these aren't as popular as they used to be, not many people around with gutter roofs maybe. I'm moving this over to local Craig's List today but want to give the forum another shot. I lowered the price, I was going off cost new. Let me know if you are interested. Dave
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    Quick N Easy rack clamps, 6 short and 4 tall, Redwood City CA - SOLD

    2 sets of Quick N Easy rack clamps. Cast aluminum, fits rain gutters. You add your own bars. Aluminum is a little oxidized but in great shape otherwise. Nothing to really wear out on these and they can't rust! 4 tall (8"): $30 obo 6 short (4"): $40 obo Located in Redwood City, CA. Prefer a...
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