The RV Pastime
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New RV AC Install - Furrion Chill 15.5k BTU
In this video I replace a failed AC on a new RV...2023 Grand Design Reflection 296RDTS. The GE Air Conditioners have major issues losing their freon. Avoid them if you can! Thanks in advance for subscribing, sharing, liking, you know...all the youtube things.
Products in this video:
Furrion® AC - a.co/d/hKctDbd
Furrion Conversion Kit - a.co/d/7aAlLDr
Micro-Air Thermostat (for Furrion) - a.co/d/h4WlqcK
Micro-Air EasyStart - a.co/d/5vLBg7z
RV Airflow (Furrion) - rvairflow.com/collections/furrion/products/rv-airflow-for-furrion-air-conditioner
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Видео

RV Tour - 2023 Grand Design Reflection 296RDTS Travel Trailer
Просмотров 1,7 тыс.11 месяцев назад
It's finally here! I'm many months overdue but here's a "quick" and dirty tour of my new 2023 Grand Design 296RDTS travel trailer. Does this floorpan seem interesting to you? Let me know in the comments. Be sure to tow yourself over to that subscribe button, notification bell, and like button! The RV Pastime is a proud supporter of Black Tank Camping Co. The best sh ty camping apparel company o...
NEW RIG! - Videos Coming Soon
Просмотров 650Год назад
The time has finally come. Ive purchased a brand new Travel Trailer by Grand Design. The Grand Design Reflection 296RDTS and boy do I have a lot to show you with this big girl. Stay tuned! The RV Pastime is a proud supporter of Black Tank Camping Co. The best sh ty camping apparel company out there! www.blacktankcampingco.com
1 YEAR REVIEW | 2021 Wolf Pup 16TS Travel Trailer
Просмотров 21 тыс.2 года назад
2021 Wolf Pup 16TS Travel Trailer 1 year review! Man, where has the time gone? Anyway, this was made kind of quickly so I apologize if it seems rushed. In this video I go through some of the pros and cons of this great little trailer. Be sure to share this video as well as like & subscribe! Items mentioned: Cabinet door struts - www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H18I46K/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_t...
RV ELECTRICAL SYSTEM EXPLAINED - Wolf Pup Travel Trailer
Просмотров 25 тыс.2 года назад
I explain the basic electrical system in a travel trailer. Its a bit of a talking head episode but hopefully you get a couple nuggets of information out of it. I hope to do a more advanced version whenever I end up getting a bigger trailer. If you have any questions or would like clarification, please leave me a comment. As always, please do all the RUclips things and like and subscribe. If you...
UPDATE: New Tow Vehicle! - 2022 F-250 Super Duty Lariat 7.3L & New Trailer Soon?
Просмотров 29 тыс.2 года назад
UPDATE: New Tow Vehicle! - 2022 F-250 Super Duty Lariat 7.3L & New Trailer Soon?
THIEVES STOLE MY STUFF 🥷🏼 | Is Your RV/Travel Trailer Secure?
Просмотров 10 тыс.3 года назад
THIEVES STOLE MY STUFF 🥷🏼 | Is Your RV/Travel Trailer Secure?
MY RV MODIFICATIONS & UPGRADES 🛠 | Cherokee Wolf Pup 16TS Travel Trailer
Просмотров 57 тыс.3 года назад
MY RV MODIFICATIONS & UPGRADES 🛠 | Cherokee Wolf Pup 16TS Travel Trailer
RV WATER SYSTEM 💦 | Full Walk-thru | Wolf Pup Travel Trailer
Просмотров 91 тыс.3 года назад
RV WATER SYSTEM 💦 | Full Walk-thru | Wolf Pup Travel Trailer
RV SMOKE 🔥, PROPANE 💨 , & CO DETECTORS 💀 | Wolf Pup Travel Trailer
Просмотров 8 тыс.3 года назад
RV SMOKE 🔥, PROPANE 💨 , & CO DETECTORS 💀 | Wolf Pup Travel Trailer
RV FRESH WATER TANK VENT INSTALL 🛠💧 - Wolf Pup Travel Trailer
Просмотров 25 тыс.3 года назад
RV FRESH WATER TANK VENT INSTALL 🛠💧 - Wolf Pup Travel Trailer
RV SOLAR UPGRADE COMPLETE! ☀️🔋 - Wolf Pup 16TS Travel Trailer
Просмотров 13 тыс.3 года назад
RV SOLAR UPGRADE COMPLETE! ☀️🔋 - Wolf Pup 16TS Travel Trailer
RV LITHIUM BATTERY UPGRADE 🔋🔌 💪🏼 - 2021 Cherokee Wolf Pup 16TS
Просмотров 11 тыс.3 года назад
RV LITHIUM BATTERY UPGRADE 🔋🔌 💪🏼 - 2021 Cherokee Wolf Pup 16TS
MY NEW CHEROKEE WOLF PUP 16TS TRAVEL TRAILER 🏕 🎉 - Full Tour
Просмотров 100 тыс.3 года назад
MY NEW CHEROKEE WOLF PUP 16TS TRAVEL TRAILER 🏕 🎉 - Full Tour

Комментарии

  • @LaurieThornton-q2l
    @LaurieThornton-q2l 13 дней назад

    I wish someone could do a video on campers from 2010 back, that would be so helpful for some of us

  • @davemullner7170
    @davemullner7170 17 дней назад

    Great ideas my friend! Thank you! Almost bought a pup but needed a different floor plan. Very new to this RV thing, just got my trailer this week! Also just discovered your channel, so it's binge time😄

  • @mr.stickyfingers3189
    @mr.stickyfingers3189 20 дней назад

    Did you rip out all the upgrades that you did in the wolf pup? Lithium batteries and solar panels. Controller and inverter? That’s a lot of investment. I have a wolfpup 18rjb. Toy hauler black label. But very hesitant on spending the money to upgrade knowing I will eventually go bigger like you did

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 20 дней назад

      Nope, those were included in the sale and helped offset the depreciation in the trailer. But I ended up doing a similar install on this new travel trailer just haven’t done solar yet.

  • @Teal73yt
    @Teal73yt 22 дня назад

    Hi Nick, Can you give me more information about the sumo springs, thinking about doing that on my 2022 wolf pup BHS, there are quite a few different sumo springs on Amazon. Which model did you install? How difficult is the installation? Appreciate any help! Thanks, Randy

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 20 дней назад

      Hey Randy. I got these for the trailer: a.co/d/ftKasO8 Install was a breeze. eTrailer has some great install videos as reference as well.

  • @cjalvarado1992
    @cjalvarado1992 24 дня назад

    Hints the name what a grand design

  • @cjalvarado1992
    @cjalvarado1992 24 дня назад

    Nice 👍

  • @Devildawg73
    @Devildawg73 24 дня назад

    Excellent video, very helpful.

  • @chintasrvvegankitchen7761
    @chintasrvvegankitchen7761 26 дней назад

    I'm only using city water for showers, so I still have to fill up the fresh water tank, and without water in the fresh water tank can I turn on the water heater??? How do I get my electric water hot for a shower? Thank you.

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 26 дней назад

      Are you connected to an actual water source? If so, the water will fill your water heater tank automatically when it pressurizes the system. At that point you can use gas or electric for the water heater. Same applies if you’re running off your water tank and pump. Water pump will pull water from the fresh water tank and fill the water heater as you use it

    • @chintasrvvegankitchen7761
      @chintasrvvegankitchen7761 26 дней назад

      @@TheRVPastime Thank you for your quick response, it's sitting in my back yard, so I'm only using the city hose connect. But I haven't pushed the button on next to the electric heater cap you show. Is it safe to push it on...because the cap next to it says not to do this without water in it, Should how do I know when there is water in there, the water pressure from the house seems to be reading 40 psi. I've never done this by myself, so I'm clueless, even after going through all the RV paperwork, which is not helpful. Why they can't just make diagrams with pictures and flow charts for procedures I'm not sure. My RV is a Forest River Silver Lake 2021, 29 foot. I'm just unsure. Thank you for your kindness.

    • @chintasrvvegankitchen7761
      @chintasrvvegankitchen7761 25 дней назад

      @@TheRVPastime Thank you for your time, I think I've got it all figured out. Take care now.

  • @DriveNDie
    @DriveNDie Месяц назад

    We just bought a used 2022 Wolf Pup BHSBL. This is an awesome video and I’m so glad you took the time to make this. Much appreciated!

  • @JohnCarter-r2g
    @JohnCarter-r2g Месяц назад

    You'd think the designers would have thought of this after so many years of manufacturing RVs.

  • @JohnCarter-r2g
    @JohnCarter-r2g Месяц назад

    Sorry this happened to you. Question for the blink.. are they needing wifi or cell network connection?

  • @MichaelCade-l2b
    @MichaelCade-l2b Месяц назад

    On my 3rd one in 3-years, each time unit replaced under warranty. Now it has stopped cooling 11-1/2 months after it was replaced. I am going to by a different brand even though it is under warranty. The GE’s are POS.

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime Месяц назад

      Yup, $800 for a new unit of a different brand was far cheaper than the time and energy put into constantly replacing the garbage GE ones.

  • @TLeacher
    @TLeacher Месяц назад

    I have the same unit… How can I speak to you? I am planning to get warranty work done soon….

  • @marieglr
    @marieglr Месяц назад

    Do u know what size bolts the ac takes?! Just bought one but current bolts do not fit

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime Месяц назад

      I had to buy this kit for the Furrions a.co/d/bprLTuA

  • @nelsonsoaresusa
    @nelsonsoaresusa Месяц назад

    Do you have thermostat to control the air conditioning?

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime Месяц назад

      I did an aftermarket mod that placed a thermostat with Bluetooth control in the unit. The original unit only has temperature adjustment knobs

  • @MichaelEllison-g9c
    @MichaelEllison-g9c Месяц назад

    Appreciate the video. 3rd unit just went out. Looking to do the same upgrade. 2022 freedom express. These GE units are ruining my camping trips

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime Месяц назад

      I can’t believe there’s not a recall at this point. I don’t think I’ve heard about a single GE AC not failing after a few months of decent usage. That said…..those recall replacement units would probably fail also 🙄

    • @MichaelEllison-g9c
      @MichaelEllison-g9c Месяц назад

      Agreed. GE warranty is decent and they ship the units fast I just don't like the downtime. We bought the trailer to camp. Not have it sit in a service bay. Just ordered the furrion will drop it in this week and be done with GE

    • @MichaelEllison-g9c
      @MichaelEllison-g9c Месяц назад

      Swapped man out today. Easy job minus hauling it onto the roof. Only thing that threw me was the freeze sensor. Which I just took off the old unit and reloacated onto the new one. Your video was a great reference. Thanks again

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime Месяц назад

      @MichaelEllison-g9c I forgot to mention the freeze sensor. Glad it all worked out for you!

  • @coreyh7323
    @coreyh7323 Месяц назад

    I liked everything about this trailer with the inside. None of the upgrades you did would be a major issue for me to copy. As soon as you got 1/2 way explaning the axel and leaf springs I knew this would not work for me. There's an exact year/make/model for sale cheap at a nearby dealer for 14K, but after your video I will have to pass on it. Also, I would not recommend this for a rental which is also what I'm looking to do later. I was planning on living in this during the remodel, then move across the country, find a fix-up home, live in the trailer while I remodel it, then use it after as a rental.

  • @Rooster0529
    @Rooster0529 2 месяца назад

    Bought a used trailer and the lady was not familiar with all of this. This was very helpful. Thank you.

  • @teamfighttactics772
    @teamfighttactics772 2 месяца назад

    Same issue with a Wildwood camper trailer. It has been siphoning down below half our whole trip. Thanks!!

  • @kwadamson
    @kwadamson 2 месяца назад

    How does the overall quality compare to the Wolf Pup you had previously?

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 2 месяца назад

      Build quality and robustness is greater. Then there’s just all the little “fancy” things. There’s a lot of similar stuff however when it comes to laminations etc

  • @Teal73yt
    @Teal73yt 2 месяца назад

    Thanks Nick, your videos have been super helpful, we have a Wolf Pup 2022 we recently bought. I have the same problem with the fresh water tank venting problem lots of water running out enroute to our site. I ordered the hose and will install next week. We live in Wisconsin went to college years ago in Oshkosh where I met my wife , we live less than an hour away in Sheboygan and still go there frequently. I watched your video today too late for this year’s EAA, ending today. If you want a great fish fry I suggest Wendt’s on the Lake, great perch. My wife and I have been going to our favorite restaurant The Chalice since it opened in the late 70’s. Very good! Thanks! Randy

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 2 месяца назад

      Thanks Randy! I’ll check it out next year!

  • @Dani-sm8jp
    @Dani-sm8jp 2 месяца назад

    My fresh water tank fills , apparently the check valve is stuck open. Tried to reset through turning city water off priming pump. No success. Cannot find a shut off for fresh water. Told I can cap it with shark bite . Not sure where ideal spot would be to cap the fresh water flow. I don’t travel with this trailer it is a park model ??

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 2 месяца назад

      Not a park model. But you are correct that you probably have the check valve in the pump stuck open. If you haven’t been able to clear it, you might need to actually take the pump out and fix it or replace it.

  • @BTimbz3113
    @BTimbz3113 2 месяца назад

    What happens if no water comes out of the faucets at all? New camper first trip, filled up city an fresh tank before I left, Boondocking, using generator, rv has electric or gas pump selector Help pls lol??

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 2 месяца назад

      Check the water pump is on. If water is in Fresh water tank, pump will pull from that when you open a faucet. If the pump is on but not activating, could be a fuse, or other issue.

  • @daniel_vlcek
    @daniel_vlcek 2 месяца назад

    Great video. Thank you! I have factory installed 50W Solar with Waaree Converter (not compatible with lithium battery). I have a hard time to trace the wires (don't really want to take the walls apart). Is there a way just to disconnect it? Which wires would I unplug?

  • @williamalley4756
    @williamalley4756 2 месяца назад

    How does the hot water tank get filled? Is it through the main holding tank?

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 2 месяца назад

      Prom a pressurized source such as the water pump pulling from the fresh water holding tank, or the city water connection.

  • @albion2742
    @albion2742 2 месяца назад

    Are safe t alert 45-741 and safe-t-alert 35-742 compatible for use in my 2019 Wolf Pup trailer.

  • @norrislakevacations1234
    @norrislakevacations1234 3 месяца назад

    Why did you replace them? What was the problem and why wasn’t it under warranty ?

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 3 месяца назад

      I explain all this at the end

  • @jaymoar3561
    @jaymoar3561 3 месяца назад

    Ever think about removing the air damp for looks and better ground clearance?

  • @WeekendWarriorsCamping
    @WeekendWarriorsCamping 3 месяца назад

    We just had unit number 3 go out on refrigerant loss on our 2023 reflection 297. Replacing is easy but warranty process is a pain. Did you try and have grand design pay for the new furrions and they refuse? You would think from a customer service stand point they would offer to help in some way instead of just sending warranty claims every 3 months.

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 3 месяца назад

      My dealer asked on my behalf and told me that Grand Design said no they had to be replaced with the same brand of unit. I personally have not reached out to grand design about that though

  • @alwprecisionshooters4757
    @alwprecisionshooters4757 3 месяца назад

    I’m on my 3rd GE AC since Aug 2022 in my Grand Design. GE sucks!!!!!! I hope your Furrion does better, even though reviews on those don’t seem great either.

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 3 месяца назад

      So far so good on both units!

  • @curtbaty2969
    @curtbaty2969 3 месяца назад

    what a great job, very understandable and easy to follow. thank you. I would ask if you would do a video on if water pump is running but no water little is coming out, and we gave checked the inside of water pump and it still is no water then what can we do to find out what the problem is and where...

  • @lilyjawad13
    @lilyjawad13 3 месяца назад

    Got this camper brand new 4 years ago and couldn't figure out why we kept losing water last year. They literally had tape covering it 🤦‍♀️ thank you for posting this video!!!

  • @SneekyPete2012
    @SneekyPete2012 3 месяца назад

    Did you use the original GE thermostat?

  • @SneekyPete2012
    @SneekyPete2012 3 месяца назад

    Did you use the original GE thermostat?

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 3 месяца назад

      No, that thermostat was replaced with the Micro Air easy touch smart thermostat a while back. However, even though this is a Furrion, no changes were necessary to the thermostat since it’s using the GE controller up in the unit. Furrion seemed to work fine with it.

    • @SneekyPete2012
      @SneekyPete2012 3 месяца назад

      @@TheRVPastime thanks

    • @KJ5AJB-jz3dx
      @KJ5AJB-jz3dx 2 месяца назад

      @@SneekyPete2012 Installed mine and works great with the existing GE thermostat.

  • @johniboz1
    @johniboz1 3 месяца назад

    THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU

  • @JeffinTD
    @JeffinTD 3 месяца назад

    Sounds like a wise choice. Can you tell where the GE units might be loosing charge?

  • @Ford1MS
    @Ford1MS 3 месяца назад

    Inexpensive? They are expensive enough

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 3 месяца назад

      What are you referring to?

    • @Ford1MS
      @Ford1MS 3 месяца назад

      The trailer itself is what I'm talking about. The maker of the video said its an inexpensive trailer

  • @kylel.1342
    @kylel.1342 4 месяца назад

    My friend and I are dealing with the same issue on our EKKO's with GE AC. Both of our rigs AC's with GE ran out of Freon. He just got new unit. I'm waiting on LazyDays for appointment in a week. They said it will take a month. How do you like the Furrion units? Any issues yet?

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 4 месяца назад

      No issues with the Furrions! They are efficient and run well. I’ll report back on here a few months down the road.

  • @raulrodriguez4030
    @raulrodriguez4030 4 месяца назад

    Thanks for sharing. I’ve recently had someone break into my trailer and they did the same thing. Didn’t steal anything of value but trashed it. I’ve added the window locks.

  • @cherylfurman2187
    @cherylfurman2187 4 месяца назад

    Omg I watch so many videos to try to under stand this rv I just got I’m a total newbie n I could not get the answers I needed from all the other dozens of video i watched. I seen yours clicked and boom I am understanding this now . Thank u so much I wish others can explain things slow and simple like you do . Your a life saver for me and my rv ❤

  • @glenmusick-ev8zy
    @glenmusick-ev8zy 4 месяца назад

    Awesome video for information Thanks so much God bless

  • @kylequintana
    @kylequintana 4 месяца назад

    I had a question for you, I have a 16bhs which has a lot of the same equipment stock as this one. I’m having a hard time figuring out why the new charge controller isn’t powering the camper unit up with lithium battery installed. This is what I have, 75mppt charge controller and 200ah lithium battery. Removed stock waree controller and had 4 wires total coming from the wall. I attached all wire to the new controller and through the app that runs Bluetooth it’s giving me 20-22volts from solar and 14volts from the battery but nothing is powering up.

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 4 месяца назад

      The solar charge controller doesn’t power your 12v system. It simply manages the power used to charge your batteries. If you are not getting power so your system, check your battery cuttoff switch and fuses.

  • @kylequintana
    @kylequintana 4 месяца назад

    I had a question for you, I seen a video where you upgraded the solar charge controller and other components. I have a 16bhs which has a lot of the same equipment stock as this one. I’m having a hard time figuring out why the new charge controller isn’t powering the camper unit up with lithium battery installed. This is what I have, 75mppt charge controller and 200ah lithium battery. Removed stock waree controller and had 4 wires total coming from the wall. I attached all wire to the new controller and through the app that runs Bluetooth it’s giving me 20-22volts from solar and 14volts from the battery but nothing is powering up.

  • @michaeltesla558
    @michaeltesla558 4 месяца назад

    The microwave melts if you use it too long🤣 Good review! My 2016 is hot garbage and the "craftsmanship" makes me sad😁👍

  • @sandraburns-jh5mg
    @sandraburns-jh5mg 4 месяца назад

    thank you ..I didnt realize I had an electric option on my tank..!! yippee..!!! I dont like gas.

  • @stevev3142
    @stevev3142 4 месяца назад

    Seems it would have been much easer to find the leak and repair than completely replace the units. I don't know exactly how the units are made but from looking at the video the tubing is copper and it is not that hard to repair copper leaks. I taught refrigeration repair and I am amazed at the people that will simply buy a new unit because they either don't want to have someone repair it or they can't find anyone qualified to do the job. I am sure that most RV dealers would not have anyone that would be qualified to repair these units so that's why they simply replace them. It's no wonder people get taken to the cleaners every day because they don't have a clue how anything works anymore.

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 4 месяца назад

      It probably could be repaired by a qualified and certified technician to do that work but the cost of labor and everything to do that work cost as much as the units themselves. (I’ve gotten quotes) So it’s often advised to replace them.

  • @Cherie.H
    @Cherie.H 4 месяца назад

    Thank you for your video. We are looking at replacing our Coleman Mach AC unit with a Furrion and also interested in adding a soft start device. Do you know if adding the soft start will void the warranty on your new Furrion AC?

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 4 месяца назад

      I have not seen that be the case with anyone

    • @starhopper457
      @starhopper457 2 месяца назад

      @@TheRVPastime😅 I was told by Lippert that adding a soft start would void the warranty. After the first year I may just do it anyway. We have them on the house ACs and they make a world of difference.

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 2 месяца назад

      @starhopper457 Lippert doesn’t make air conditioners so that doesn’t make much sense for them to say that. Also, not true haha…

    • @starhopper457
      @starhopper457 2 месяца назад

      @@TheRVPastime Furrion products are made and owned by Lippert.

  • @waltfriedrich7631
    @waltfriedrich7631 4 месяца назад

    The same issue exists with Dometic units...

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 4 месяца назад

      Colemans as well but they don’t appear to be as common as the GE ones it seems. I went with Furrion primarily because I have not seen similar issues nearly as much as any other brands.

  • @vince5U
    @vince5U 4 месяца назад

    Can you post links for the water heaters heating element and ano rod?

    • @TheRVPastime
      @TheRVPastime 4 месяца назад

      The heating elements would be model specific usually but I’m sure you could find that part number and then get it on Amazon. As for the anode rod, I’ve typically bought these: a.co/d/gqm5TiN

    • @vince5U
      @vince5U 4 месяца назад

      Thank you!