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Replacing the Converter - a DIY Job for a Novice?

February 26, 2015, 05:59:50 am

Yahoo Message Number: 151350

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Hi All

I had a little battery scare  - everything was fine till I plugged into shore power for a week, then the batteries didn't seem to want to charge or hold a charge. After topping up the water and taking a couple little mini trips, they seem just find now.
 Since then I've been researching possible causes and solutions, and it looks like I might want to upgrade my converter from a Magneteck to a Progressive Dynamics of some sort, which seems to be the favorite.
 Two questions - is this a job for someone with basic repair skills but little experience with electrics and which Converter would best suit my 2000 30' Lazy Daze?

Many thanks 
Pat

Re: Replacing the Converter - a DIY Job for a Novice?

Reply #2 – February 26, 2015, 12:06:36 pm

Yahoo Message Number: 151355

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" is this a job for someone with basic repair skills but little experience with electrics'

Pat

If you have little or no experience with 120-VAC electrical, I would suggest having an experienced electrician install your new converter, it helps to know what you are doing. A wrong connection can cause serious problems.
Many converters require changing the 12-volt fuse panel, lots of fun if you have never done it before.

Larry

Re: Replacing the Converter - a DIY Job for a Novice?

Reply #4 – February 27, 2015, 05:18:54 am

Yahoo Message Number: 151374

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Looking at the pictures, I think you're all right - this may be a bit beyond my skill level...

Thanks! 
Pat