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Older systems not designed for it can cause issues re: rubber seals/lines...
DOT5 is hydrophobic, meaning it doesn't absorb water. So, any water, condensation, etc that makes it into the braking system, has no way out, and will generally pool at the lowest point.
DOT3 is hydroscopic, and will...
DOT3 if you're going to be using it infrequently and are going to change/flush it every year.
DOT5 if it's a daily driver or you want less maintenance.
Just IMO.. I intend on keeping it DOT5.... It usually runs around $60-70/gallon.. I got 6, 11ish oz bottles for ~$35 on Amazon not that long ago...
I used to live in Fredneck... and Smithsburg... I know all about the area.. I do miss it dearly... east coast mountains are entirely different from west coast mountains.... Kinda hard to articulate but they're different.
VA
Universal Citation: VA Code § 46.2-1045 (2013)
§ 46.2-1045. Sale of tires having cleats, etc., prohibited; studded tires excepted.
No person shall sell to any resident of the Commonwealth a tire which shall have on its periphery any block, stud, flange, cleat, spike, or any other...
Studded tires are REQUIRED in some parts of the country... chains as well... depending on location/time of year/road conditions, etc.
Aren't plastic/rubber studs still OK in DELMARVA?
I don't remember the exact situation, but I basically duplicated the ignition switch, with 3 high current relays. 2 for ignition and 1 for accessory... with the already replaced relay for starter....and just had them actuated by 2 switches.. Top for run/start, bottom for accy.
I edited the...
With your budget.. yeah.. that's gonna be an issue.
Most propane water heaters for RVs are somewhat like home water heaters. They maintain temperature in their small reservoir (usually 2-3 gallons), but are running constantly to maintain the temperature, even if you're not using it.
You're...
Put it on a timer, turn it on an hour or 2 before you plan on heading out.
It should be self-limited ~160*, so keeping it plugged in all night won't necessarily hurt anything, other than the additional wear.
It's basically a hot water heater element, designed to be in a truck.
You can also...
On the truck side of it.....
I installed my spin on filter adapter for oil..... it was super easy...
and started it up after sitting for quite a few months....
*Language Warning*
I try not to cuss in my videos, but words may slip out. If you're offended by cussing, don't watch the video as I'm sure I've dropped something, somewhere....
Front wood is also removed, exposing the front passthrough that will be narrowed.
My current to do list with the box is....
Plan full build
Remove all existing lighting
Remove interior wood completed
Seal interior
Seal exterior
Install exterior fixtures
Install solar
Install battery bank
Install heater
Plan for door install
Install plumbing/shower
...and others...
My current to do list with the truck is...
Primary:
Change oil (purchased + spin on filter conversion) completed
Change gear oil (axle) (Purchased)
Change trans fluid (purchased)
Flush brake system (purchased)
Replace fuel filter (spin on filter conversion)
Flush coolant
Adjust air assist...
The name WeenieWagun came from a play on words from one of the other forums I frequent, WAguns. We would refer to one of the moderators Tahoe's as a glorified station wagun, word play on wagon....and when it came time for my projects, I found my screen name, and type of vehicle fit, so...
If I lived out in TX/AZ, I'd be waayyyy too tempted to have a nice long drive on some deserted roads to have a lonnggggg conversation with someone that stole anything of mine... 'Here's a canteen of water, and some food, and you can either walk back from here, or I can call the sheriff to come...