Funny Noises... June 19, 2015, 05:23:27 pm Yahoo Message Number: 153434I'm preparing to leave for Bend, Oregon tomorrow from Las Cruces. I have to leave tomorrow, or I won't be where I need to be on June 26th.Let me preface this by saying everything has been checked out, and the scheduled maintenance done. I "did" have to have my front brakes done, and the rear brakes have 50-60% left according to the shop.1. In town when I'm driving I'm hearing (sometimes, not all the time) a very quiet ssssssssssssss when I apply the brakes. It's almost inaudible. In fact, I took it to the shop where I had the work done today and the guy that did the brakes test drove my rig and said he couldn't hear anything. Am I tripping out? I'm thinking (hoping) since the front brakes have brand new pads (and I haven't driven any real distance) that the new brakes might be making a little noise as they break (no pun intended) in. Mechanically, they work fine.2. When I'm stopping (again in town) sometimes I hear a "hoo" sound (think like an owl). It's not very loud, and not all the time. I don't know if this has anything to do with it, but it was somewhat windy this morning. The RV service guy "did" hear that sound and he said it has to do with the emergency brake. He put the brake on, and off again. He told me you have to do this somewhat "deliberately" and let the pedal "spring."Again, everything has been checked and the mechanic said the rig is "good to go." I'm still getting used to the Lazy Daze after having my much smaller Toyota Dolphin. I hate to say it, but it's almost like I don't completely trust the Lazy Daze.While we're on the subject I moved my rig up the street (where it's level) and turned on my refrigerator. The freezer is starting to feel cold, but the refrigerator feels the same. It's been three hours, and it's 102 degrees outside. How long does it usually take for the refrigerator/freezer to reach a "normal" temperature?I'm going to cross post this to Techsnoz, so please excuse the cross posting.Cheryl 1998 Lazy Daze (26.5 mid-bath) 2002 Honda CR-V
Re: Funny Noises... Reply #1 – June 19, 2015, 05:47:54 pm Yahoo Message Number: 153435"The freezer is starting to feel cold, but the refrigerator feels the same. It's been three hours, and it's 102 degrees outside. How long does it usually take for the refrigerator/freezer to reach a 'normal' temperature?"12 to 24 hours, normally--but it could be longer at the high temperatures you're currently experiencing. Absorption refrigerators (the type used in most RVs) cool off slowly. And the freezer is the only part that has its own cooling plate; from there the coolness must filter down to the fridge. It takes a lot longer than three hours for that to happen.You might want to review Eureka's tips for keeping your fridge cold. If you need instant cold because you're leaving on a trip, consider buying a slab of dry ice at a local Walmart, to get the fridge off to a quick start.Andy Baird
Re: Funny Noises... Reply #2 – June 19, 2015, 05:50:11 pm Yahoo Message Number: 153436As far as the refrigerator goes, the freezer cools first, make sure it's level side to side and front to back, let it run all night and I'll bet you'll see it's working properly. That's some high ambient temperature it's having to work in. Is the interior that hot, or is the air on? Remember, there is no compressor or fan like the refrigerator in your kitchen, they work very efficient, they just don't work real fast.Don
Re: Funny Noises...and cooling down the refrigerator Reply #3 – June 19, 2015, 06:09:27 pm Yahoo Message Number: 153437Cheryl, I can't speak to your brake question, but regarding the refer: If it's 102, it could take well into the evening and even over night for the refer to get cold. I'm assuming you are cooling using propane. It takes a longer time to cool down using propane rather than electricity. And yes, the freezer will cool down much faster than the refrigerator section. Be patient.Chris
Re: Funny Noises... Reply #4 – June 19, 2015, 06:15:26 pm Yahoo Message Number: 153438If you have a house fridge before you leave for your travels, maybe freeze some ice at home and put it in the fridge to get things started when it's really hot.When we travel in the hot, we shift a fruit-juice bottle of ice between the RV freezer and fridge daily and stay pretty cool.John (the picture at the top of the page this month)
Re: Funny Noises...and cooling down the refrigerator Reply #5 – June 19, 2015, 06:33:53 pm Yahoo Message Number: 153439Did you put something in the freezer and Fridge they really need a load. We use bottled water..
Cooling down the fridge Reply #6 – June 19, 2015, 06:55:08 pm Yahoo Message Number: 153440I always allow 48 hours for the refrigerator to reach optimum temperature. I have a big freezer in the house, so load it up with milk or juice containers of water. When it is time to go on a trip, I transfer as many as it will hold to the Lazy Daze refrigerator to hasten the cool-down routine. When the weather is really hot like this, the refrigerator has a dickens of a time keeping things cold, so it might serve you well to keep at least two half-gallon containers of frozen water in the freezer, rotating at least one of them (preferably both) in and out of the refrigerator portion on a regular basis. You will need four units to effect this. I've done this with a cooler, and it works really well. I start out with four half-gallon containers across the bottom of the cooler, and two more in the freezer compartment of the Lazy Daze. I rotate two each morning, alternating slots so that one end doesn't get too warm.If your refrigerator cavity is fairly empty at any point during your trip, try to keep at least containers of water as a "cool ballast". Be sure there is space for air to circulate, but not big gaping holes. When you open the door, all of that cool air rushes out and it takes an absorption refrigerator a VERY LONG TIME to replace that coolness. If you have big blocks of solid cold near the front of the refrigerator, not so much air escapes.You may want to look at past posts to see about the little fans that go onto the fins. We have ours installed, but have not been on a trip, so not sure how they work out. The feedback from the group has been that they do a really good job.Virtual hugs,Judie http://dorrieanne.wordpress.com
Re: Cooling down the fridge Reply #7 – June 19, 2015, 08:18:23 pm Yahoo Message Number: 153442My absorption refrigerator pre-cooling and packing experience/practice differs in two ways from those of other posters, i.e., I have never used "ice" in any form to speed pre-cooling (no reason not to; just have never needed to do it!) and I pack the refrigerator so that there is space for air to circulate around the items; less air circulation results in higher refrigerator temperatures.I do light (or plug in) the refrigerator at least 12 hours before packing it, allowing more time if the weather is warm. All the food to go into the freezer is already frozen and the refrigerator items are *cold*, i.e., taken from the house refrigerator into the rig refrigerator; no "unchilled" food goes in.If one uses one of the blue Camco battery fans, the most efficient place for this is on the bottom shelf at the right. The fan is puny, but it does help a little to keep the air moving. Other fans, e.g., coil fans, also help to distribute air, and most are likely more efficient than the cheap Camco thing.A refrigerator thermometer is very useful; there are several choices on Amazon and other vendors. The one I have is a thermometer and bullseye level combination; while it's true that modern RV refrigerators are less sensitive of off-level operation than old ones, frequent and/or long-term off-level operation may result in needing a new refrigerator. :-(As ever, YMMV.Joan
Re: Cooling down the fridge Reply #8 – June 19, 2015, 09:04:29 pm Yahoo Message Number: 153443Keeping the guts of the refrigerator, the back side, in the shade helps, especially in triple digit temps. Kathy L.
Re: Cooling down the fridge Reply #9 – June 19, 2015, 09:58:26 pm Yahoo Message Number: 153445I use the cheap Ice Packs at Walmart to speed up the cooling process. My Dometic frig takes about 8 hours to get totally cold here in NV. during summertime. If I need to clean it use an ice chest to keep food and condiments cold. Wish someone made a blast chiller for RV's when I make lemon pies or ice cream.bobmoore14
Re: Funny Noises... Reply #10 – June 19, 2015, 10:50:25 pm Yahoo Message Number: 153447I also freeze two containers of water and then rotate them in the frig to help keep it cold. It really helps. I also use the little blue fan.Stephany Smith 2007 MB
Re: Funny Noises...Off topic-Newfoundland Reply #11 – June 20, 2015, 11:48:05 am Yahoo Message Number: 153452John,I've been in NFLD a few times, but always on business, flying up and staying in hotels, and never farther west than Gander. I was somewhat surprised to see the picture of a LD at Gros Morne NP (you have to really want to go to NFLD!). I would like to go up there in my LD, so would be interested to know more about the extent of your travels while you were up there, and if you found it relatively easy to find places to camp while there. If you'd be willing to tell me more about your travel experience, please drop me a PM at rustic52 at gmail dot com. Thanks.Bill
Re: Funny Noises... Reply #12 – June 20, 2015, 01:05:45 pm Yahoo Message Number: 153455We were also there this past summer, taking the ferry from North Sydney to Port aux Basques, both ways. There are plenty of campgrounds, but also you can camp almost anywhere there is a pullout. We had no toad, but wish we had. Lots of peninsulas where you could explore without having to keep the rig on the move constantly. It was part of a tour of the Atlantic Provinces. We blogged, so will e-mail you the site.Steve
Re: Funny Noises... Reply #13 – June 20, 2015, 05:09:52 pm Yahoo Message Number: 153460Do not rule out the strong possibility of a high frequency hearing loss (hissing, pinging sounds, shushing - s,sh.t,p,k,th,f h etc)for any service person who works around engines etc. Denial ain't just another river in Egypt. Most won't admit to that. Look for a younger person for a second opinion. Odds are greater their hearing is better. Low frequency sounds like owl hoots are easier to hear. Sandy Retired audiologist KalleAnka
Re: Newfoundland Reply #14 – June 20, 2015, 07:22:31 pm Yahoo Message Number: 153461Bill, Years ago Mike Coachman posted a long note (message #111207) on doing Newfoundland. You can see it here: https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/lifewithalazydazerv/conversations/messages/111207Alex Rutchka, SE #4 '05 MB
Re: Newfoundland Reply #15 – June 21, 2015, 02:15:00 pm Yahoo Message Number: 153465Alex,I read this post and I have been to several of the towns\areas mentioned. My visits were all on business (working on or commissioning industrial refrigeration equipment) in plants processing seafood of one sort or another. I've been lucky to have had the opportunity to experience the scenery and enjoy the generous hospitality of the people of Newfoundland during these trips, but hope to get a chance to go in my LD at some point and just roam around. This post, along with some PM's that I've gotten, including a couple with links to blogs from trips to NFLD convince me that it'll be easier than I expected.Thanks for bringing this post to my attention!Bill 2003 23'FL
Funny noises Reply #16 – June 20, 2015, 12:49:34 pm Yahoo Message Number: 153454Hi Cheryl; In 1998 both GM and Ford chassis were available, I was offered a GM chassis in '99 by Ed. The brake boost was hydraulic in the GM and you might hear the fluid rushing around. Additionally the front brake rotors will make a hissing sound as the pads float (brakes not applied). I notice this most if my rotors have rusted from sitting for awhile. This noise will be more of your 'hoo' sound while braking. There is normally a little brake dust floating around to muffle this sound. There is a goo that is applied to the back of the pads where a plate has the caliper piston(s) pushing, This anti rattle goo might not be there, but I'm pretty sure it isn't necessary for braking, just an anti squeal measure. You must have good hearing to notice this over engine noise. I think you'll be fine. Hope this helps. RonB
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