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Forum: General RV Questions 10-16-2023, 01:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 535
Posted By AstronomyGuy
I had the same problem. It was a pain but I had...

I had the same problem. It was a pain but I had to fix it myself.
https://www.crossroadsowners.com/forums/f16/sunset-trail-253rb-water-damage-16698.html


Tim
Forum: Upgrades and Modifications 07-10-2023, 12:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,506
Posted By AstronomyGuy
The brand I use for most of my gear is Victron....

The brand I use for most of my gear is Victron. The chemistries and the charge and discharge / characteristics are not compatible . You need a charger inverter that is setup to properly charge...
Forum: Upgrades and Modifications 07-09-2023, 02:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,506
Posted By AstronomyGuy
I bought my panels from https://richsolar.com/ ...

I bought my panels from https://richsolar.com/ . You may want to research your battery choices. Lithium iron phosphate cost more but has less downsides and has a lot longer life span.
Forum: Sunset Trail 05-09-2023, 11:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,426
Posted By AstronomyGuy
[QUOTE=Lloyd;154507]Here is another look at one. ...

[QUOTE=Lloyd;154507]Here is another look at one.

https://www.crossroadsowners.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=4465&stc=1&d=1597286973[/QUOTE

My water heater is in this configuration....
Forum: Upgrades and Modifications 11-13-2022, 08:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,506
Posted By AstronomyGuy
Hmmm. It would appear that the panels aren't...

Hmmm. It would appear that the panels aren't supplying power to the charge controller. I would give the dealer a call. I viewed the video and it looks like it should automatically go into the sun...
Forum: Upgrades and Modifications 11-13-2022, 08:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,506
Posted By AstronomyGuy
I have a victron system so I'm sure it looks...

I have a victron system so I'm sure it looks different. Is there a manual shut off or disconnect for the system somewhere ? I installed one for my panels when I installed the system.

Is this the...
Forum: Sunset Trail 10-11-2022, 03:04 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,766
Posted By AstronomyGuy
Nice job. I did not remove the gutter rail but I...

Nice job. I did not remove the gutter rail but I suspected what you found was the case with my roof. I imagine what you discovered in the build quality is common to all lightweight Sunset Trail...
Forum: Sunset Trail 10-06-2022, 06:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,766
Posted By AstronomyGuy
Here are some links to YouTube videos. ...

Here are some links to YouTube videos.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SCWISz52cw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x37YvBP_NO8
Forum: Sunset Trail 10-06-2022, 05:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,766
Posted By AstronomyGuy
I did not take the gutter off. I installed it...

I did not take the gutter off. I installed it over the roof covering and half way down the edge moulding. My Roof resembled your pictures. I also had a little separation on the rear corners.I had a...
Forum: Sunset Trail 10-06-2022, 03:05 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,766
Posted By AstronomyGuy
Hello Dustin I had a similar...

Hello Dustin
I had a similar problem on my 2018
253RB . I also had to do some leak damage repair. To solve this I ordered a roll of 2inch and 6 inch Eternabond tape. I installed the...
Forum: Sunset Trail 09-02-2022, 08:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,215
Posted By AstronomyGuy
https://www.crossroadsowners.com/forums/members/10...

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Forum: Sunset Trail 09-02-2022, 08:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,215
Posted By AstronomyGuy
It was not fun and I could have taken short cuts...

It was not fun and I could have taken short cuts but I took the time to do it right. If I ever sell it I will feel good about it.
Forum: Sunset Trail 09-02-2022, 06:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,215
Posted By AstronomyGuy
Sunset trail 253RB water damage repair.

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Forum: Sunset Trail 07-02-2022, 12:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,215
Posted By AstronomyGuy
Absolutely ! Maybe even a cold snack or two.

Absolutely ! Maybe even a cold snack or two.
Forum: Sunset Trail 07-02-2022, 11:34 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,215
Posted By AstronomyGuy
No, It's more of a crap sandwich.

No, It's more of a crap sandwich.
Forum: Sunset Trail 07-01-2022, 05:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,215
Posted By AstronomyGuy
The aluminum tubing on mine varies. I tried to...

The aluminum tubing on mine varies. I tried to get the on center measurement but it's not the same all the way through. I imagine the company engineered the floor to each model and to save money on...
Forum: Sunset Trail 06-30-2022, 10:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,215
Posted By AstronomyGuy
That does make it difficult to figure out a plan...

That does make it difficult to figure out a plan on how to replace it. That 1/4 inch plywood falls apart when it gets wet. I have been removing the wet wood. Some of it is hard to get to and some of...
Forum: Sunset Trail 06-24-2022, 08:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 805
Posted By AstronomyGuy
Thanks. Are these seals one piece or two. When I...

Thanks. Are these seals one piece or two. When I was looking at some of the sites they all offered the 1 piece. I think that's what confused me.
Forum: Sunset Trail 06-24-2022, 06:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,215
Posted By AstronomyGuy
Sunset Trail 253RB - Water Damage

I have a 2018 CrossRoads SunSet Trail 253RB. I went over to the storage yard where my camper is and started tearing the vinyl floor up to uncover the soft spots on my campers floor. The first place...
Forum: Sunset Trail 06-23-2022, 09:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 805
Posted By AstronomyGuy
Slide Out Seal.

Hello All.
I need some recommendations for slide out seals. I have a 2018 Crossroads Sunset Trail 253 RB. I'm a little confused about what brand to buy.
Any help is appreciated.

Thanks ...
Forum: Sunset Trail 05-19-2022, 03:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,122
Posted By AstronomyGuy
Congratulations on the new camper . I have a 253...

Congratulations on the new camper . I have a 253 RB. I drove on the tires that came with the camper for a little over a year. I made sure they were inflated properly but I always had people asking me...
Forum: Upgrades and Modifications 05-12-2022, 07:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,701
Posted By AstronomyGuy
I love the thinking outside the box. I guess I...

I love the thinking outside the box. I guess I cheated by cutting two small trap doors in the underbelly and then using underbelly tape to seal it back up. I found a tool and a piece of leftover PVC...
Forum: Upgrades and Modifications 05-01-2022, 03:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,506
Posted By AstronomyGuy
I agree. Victron is the way to go. I'm running 24...

I agree. Victron is the way to go. I'm running 24 volt 3000 watt charger inverter. I built a 24 volt 200 ah 4800 wh LifePo battery and 4 ,200 watt solar panels. I'm into astrophotography so I need...
Forum: Sunset Trail 03-28-2022, 08:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,162
Posted By AstronomyGuy
Thanks. I'm not using the charger from the...

Thanks. I'm not using the charger from the factory. That battery is gone. I misspoke calling it an inverter. The factory converter charger is not connected to any part of of my solar setup or the 200...
Forum: Sunset Trail 03-28-2022, 07:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,162
Posted By AstronomyGuy
No confusion here. Thanks though. My solar...

No confusion here. Thanks though. My solar charger is on the other end of the camper. I cut the input to the fuse box and ran it back to the inverter charger and then there I ran it back to the fuse...
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