Generator Output - Update

[truk4u]

Powertech sent me a new and improved regulator, but the wiring through the harness to the gen would have to be changed, a real nightmare. They found a used servicable in stock and sent it to me free of charge, allowing me to return the new one for a 300.00 credit. Great service from Powertech... There are new (old style regulators) still available from the vendor for about 350.00. So if this one goes south, a replacement can be found by going to the following company: http://surplusman.com/contactus.php.

Now the volatage is set at 120 - 122 and all is good. Makes a big difference in available amps when you have the full 120 to work with.


Old Regulator

New Style

PS - I'm not posting this on the other board as I don't want to hear all the pissing and moaning about POG, pictures, etc. Also, how can I get all this into the info part of the site?

[lewpopp]

A few days ago I posted a complete senerio on what I tried with my Webasto. Either I was ignored or I didn't complete the process to send it out. I would like to think it was the latter.

My unit failed and I took it apart. Nozzle seemed ok but ordered 2 from Michigan and they were out at the time. They will call me when they come in. In the meantime, I tried to trace the spark or power situation down and I had no power coming out of the control box to the coil. Does that mean I need a control box. I even removed the cover at the top rear of the unit to see if a breaker had popped. No it hadn't. I'm at a standstill and will install the new nozzle when it arrives. I'm sure with no power it won't help. I'm not too good tracing down electrical problems.

I replaced a ballast today in my hall lite. I had previously ordered it from an outfit in Calif and I can look it up, but I think it cost 38 Lew Bucks. Anyone know where those small ballasts can be had ? Does a place like Lowes have them? Just the same, the light works and that's what counts.

[Jon Wehrenberg]

Lew,

I'll let Mango or Jerry deal specifically with the Webasto, but if you know th nozzle is OK, you do have to verify you are getting spark and I know that was covered in Mango's paper on the Webasto. Don't forget the electrode gap.

As far as the ballast, I used to order them direct from the manufacturer on my other coach and I think it was Thinlight. (All the papers went with the old bus so it is my memory at work here and we know how that is.) But, if I can remember I will bring some complete units with me to SF if you are going and you can cannibalize them for parts. I found on my last purchase that the whole unit from Camping World was cheaper than buying just the ballast, and I got two bulbs along with the ballast I really wanted.

[Just Plain Jeff]

Also, how can I get all this into the info part of the site?

No sweat, drop your story into email format and send to webmaster@prevost-stuff.com, remembering that we all have to be nice to Jim because he makes all this stuff actually work.

[MangoMike]

Lew,

Both Jdbub and I responded to your cry for help. It must've been drownded in the Bling discussion.

http://www.prevostownersgroup.com/fo...=2128#post2128

IF your sure there's no power coming out of the control box to the coil then you probably have either a dead control box or no power to the control box. You need to put a meter on the leads going into the control box to see if that's the issue. I'm sure there's probably a 12v breaker somewhere that feeds that unit - although I can't tell you where to look.

If you do get ignition and still won't fire, I have extra nozzles. Since Michigan is out I'll be glad to send you one. Or call 800 236-3941 eggiman in Wisconsin as they supply Liberty all their Webasto equipment for their factory in North Chicago.

Let us know how you proceed.

Mike

[lewpopp]

Mike, it was Eggiman in Wisconsin, I was mistaken. Jeeez, you mean I have to get parts from a "Liberty" supplier. I guess there is no choice.

I must first check if there is power getting into the box. That'll take a while.

Next! I noticed a light on my isolator in the back above my starting batteries stay on for a long while. I later flipped the 2 switches on and off a couple times and it went off. Do I have a problem with the isolator?

Thanks for the offer of the nozzle, I'll wait a bit to see if Eggiman comes thru.

Lew

[lewpopp]

Mike

I did check the power between the control box and the coil. I had to disconnect the fuel activator to do so the fuel did not spray. there is no power to the coil.

Jerry What did you mean "did it spin up" ? Are you referring to the Webasto starting its fan?

I was working with someone who knows electricity but knew nothing about Webasto but he was learning as I am, but he is now on his way to Vermont.

Lew

[Jerry Winchester]

Lew, yes that is exactly what I meant. Describe what does or does not happen when you turn the unit on. I didn't think there was enough information for Mike or I to guestimate what the issue might be.

[dalej]

Lew,

I get my ballast from this site, http://store.solar-electric.com/12vodcbaforf.html

Dale

[lewpopp]

Thanks Dale

I looked up my invoice from 10/1/04 and it was from John Drake Services in Long Beach Ca. It was model : 0IB-138TL-100 SER BAL $20 plus shipping.