Coddiwomple

We drove to Truma in Indiana in September and had the soft-start installed. While there and in the presence of the technicians, I connected my Honda 2200i Companion generator with propane conversion and we tested it. Worked perfectly. The technicians were impressed. When we got home, I tried it again and ran the generator and air conditioner for several hours. I did this test three times. I am very happy with the set up now and confident going forward. Instead of running two generators I can now run one. The big test will be when we get some altitude to see if the generator can handle it - after changing the carb jetting of course. As a side note, I can now run the air conditioner off the 2000 watt inverter. We tested this too at Truma with success.

Just finished install of Victron Orion XS 12-12 50A charger in my Elite 1. Special thanks to Geronimo John for helping me with my project. His expertise was invaluable. And highly recommend Artek Energy in Milwaukie, Oregon where I purchased most of the components, parts, and materials. They went above and beyond with advice and even helped with the settings on my existing Victron MPPT Solar Controller and SmartBMV712. Everything is now working together smoothly and efficiently. At 80% SOC on the Lithium Batteries, the charger is pushing out 48.8 amps bulk charging at idle. Nice! Replaced OEM 100amp alternator with Mechman 240amp alternator. 1/0 marine grade tinned cable from alternator to battery and then back to Anderson SB175 connector. Then 1/0 to busbars in trailer and reduce to 6 gauge for short runs to/from components and batteries.

Fix for falling shade frames. I tried replacing the clips and applied silicone to help hold. Nope. The large shade frame fell off again on the last trip so I was determined to do something different. The shade frames will never fall off again. I removed all of the clips and their spacers. Cut and installed 4" long sections of aluminum c-channel purchased from Home Depot using original screws along with blue Loctite. Then placed the frames back on, drilled and attached the shade frames with #6 stainless steel screws. Fitment is perfect. Hope this helps others. Photos attached.

SET SCREW .313-18 X .50" per the VIP-3000 manual from Barker Mfg.

We have the Progressive Industries EMS-PT30X which is supposed to protect against high and low voltage and surges. Is there something about the Hughes Autoformer that I should know about that is better? I understand it can be mounted inside for theft protection but I am more concerned about damaging the electronics, appliances, and equipment.

I think you are right on this Steve. I am going to go with 55psi.

We have a 2023 Elite 1 with Goodyear Endurance ST225/75R15 tires. We were told to inflate to 65psi. I just found the load chart and it indicates that we should be inflating to about 45psi if I am reading it correctly. I am assuming the weight listed in the chart is per tire (so half the total weight). On the scale, the trailer weighs just under 4,000 lbs loaded. I uploaded a snippet of the load chart. Can someone confirm this?

Thank you C&M Currie for the great info! I did this modification and followed your advice on all the parts and components except I opted for the two wire version. Works great!!

For the Elite 1 Folks...... I too have been working with Jason E on this and have an Elite 1 with the 2,000 watt inverter. After changing the LBCO to 11.5 volts through the app and testing multiple times (4 cups water for 4 minutes in microwave), I was able to succesfully use the microwave all the way down from 100% SOC to 14% SOC with no alarms or overload cutoff. Happy with results.

OK, I finally completed the modification with the lagun table and we are very happy with the results. We have ordered some backrest cushions from OTT to replace the split backrest cushions. We just returned from our first camping trip with Coddiwomple and really like this setup. My wife, Martha, sleeps on the back bed (28" wide) and I sleep on the side dinette bed (24" wide). David

Thank you for that info. Plan to use the regular sewer hoses as much as we can when we can. Will only use the macerator setup when have to at home occasionally and it will not be pumping uphill. I ended up ordering the Flojet macerator.

Yes!! I am going to do this. Thanks for the info. David

I modified the modification. I rounded the top corners and cut slots on the bottom leg so now it can be used below the table too.

Yes, I filed them smooth but I agree and will round them off. I purchased the z-channel from Eagle Aluminum in Loretto, MN.

I made two shelves for the brackets where the tables are mounted to the interior wall. Works great for small items and iPhone. Photos below. Only problem is that I needed two 24" long pieces of aluminum z-channel but had to buy 24 feet. Now I have 20 feet left over so if anyone is interested in this mod and wants some of the z-channel you can send me a PM. In addition, I swapped the thumbtab bolts out for knobs. This is my first post so I hope it works correctly - let me know if I need to change anything. I am working on another mod that I intend to post. David