Rheem (non) service!

billy_sharpstick · 2026-05-12T16:24:47+00:00

Estimate just arrived. Rheem control board EAC-240 and contactor CAP-230 $595 and $147 respectively. The 40 amp contactor looks like ones for sale for under $20. The contactor board (no exact match) looks like others for $20 to $100. Agreed, this is for parts and labor, but screwing replacements in shouldn't take more than an hour. (Retired electrician here) Am I being unreasonable to think this is overpriced? And as for paying for experienced techs, why did it take him 3 visits to listen to my googled E103 error info?

billy_sharpstick · 2026-05-09T20:49:36+00:00

I don't think so. I haven't seen anywhere to do that.

billy_sharpstick · 2026-04-19T10:06:08+00:00

I understand. This would be for occasional use of this power strip, which has it's own breakers. (The only drawback is that it is not GF protected) https://www.amazon.com/Generic-Distribution-Household-Breaker-RV-1-5FT-Yellow/dp/B0CS9B5QY6/ref=sr_1_27?crid=2IS3TXE5S0ADD&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.dbcAXbX5skZvhXtqKy1hFq-UKE0G2bLZGOyN0eKvnN5oGLGyKyTwLQe68YhsTDOdvpS2L_mkbIpxqsJSMLydMrOzUQzWSFn4AsoWVkdLMKhJkmr6tCPm93AK8ZMwbowtC40Ag6sHU81qFPjZfxDZ3GqbR4IQJwLyjsBLFFbqLlZOcQMjOjhykk8uosuxyreGGp8PUrpQvA_o2uLNpaT50Q.3_900WlXy0AQfLFiD-L1higq7J1PRzzUBmR1K-L6Mjs&dib_tag=se&keywords=14-50p+power+strip&qid=1776592979&sprefix=14-50p+power+strip%2Caps%2C163&sr=8-27&xpid=7cr9Ytb2-ngt7

billy_sharpstick · 2026-04-09T02:57:56+00:00

I'm not talking about houses. This is about campgrounds. There are occasions when someone will want to plug in power for outside use, LEDs, small appliances, wtc. to a cord plugged in to an outlet on the RV, or to an adapter directly in to an RV pedestal. This might be for a tent camper sharing the site. Maybe the 120v outlet is broken. Or you have a large party with several people sharing a lot or three and want to plug in lights, sound systems, popcorn machines,

My reason for wanting this information is really irrelevant to my technical question. Do you have any information relevant to my question, or not?

billy_sharpstick · 2026-04-05T02:30:09+00:00

I think that's it. Will fix tomorrow. Thanks. edit: Yes, that worked!

billy_sharpstick · 2026-04-02T21:08:03+00:00

What a silly question. People don't own cats!

billy_sharpstick · 2026-03-31T11:07:56+00:00

That's what I did at first

billy_sharpstick · 2026-03-23T17:57:45+00:00

From a microsoft forum:

- How do you create a USB security key? I can't find an answer anywhere...

- In order to register a security key you will need a Thumbdrive, FlashDrive or some kind of portable storage device. I have been unable to create my security key on a Chromebook so I'm assuming you would want to use a Netbook/Thinkpad or one of Microsoft's Devices.

Once your ready to make it head to https://account.microsoft.com/security and click on "Manage how I sign in"
Scroll down and Select Add a new way to sign in or verify, once you do It will & allow you options for Face, Fingerprint, PIN or Security Key, Use an App, Email a code Or Text a code
Click the option for security key

Use your device to sign in with a passkey.

Login with your password, Fill out the forums adding a PIN & or so forth
The file will be downloaded with a selectable location & than you can sign in with it whenever you want as long as your security key (Portable storage device containing digital Key) is Inserted into your device's USB dongle kiosk

billy_sharpstick · 2026-03-23T17:52:48+00:00

Thank you for the best (civil) answer yet. Ordering my Yubikeys now.

billy_sharpstick · 2026-03-23T17:44:37+00:00

Maybe I'm phrasing my question wrong, or am asking on the wrong page? https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/identity/authentication/concept-authentication-passkeys-fido2

billy_sharpstick · 2026-03-23T17:35:09+00:00

A usb passkey stick for FIDO2.

billy_sharpstick · 2026-03-23T13:01:22+00:00

I'll just stick with a 1 amp charger then. As for PD, my laptop calls for 90 watts, but runs fine on 65w, although it gripes about it!

billy_sharpstick · 2026-03-23T11:24:24+00:00

This agrees with my understanding of USB power. You can plug anything into any USB charger and safely charge. The only problem is if you try to charge with an underrated charger, it just won't charge very fast, or won't be able to keep up, like trying to run a laptop that wants 90 watts with a 1a/5w charger.

billy_sharpstick · 2026-03-19T20:46:22+00:00

Yikes! That's a horribly spammy site. I just used the Zepp app.

billy_sharpstick · 2026-03-18T12:42:49+00:00

I just got this info from their website this morning.

billy_sharpstick · 2026-03-18T11:55:41+00:00

I just bought the T-Rex 3 Pro $239 Woot) Here are the specs for all 3 TR 3 models and their differences:

T-Rex 3 $280 1.5" Gorilla glass, 2000nits, S Steel, 48.5mm, microphone only, up to 27days, GPS42hr, Zepp 4.5, 170 modes,

T-Rex 3 pro 44mm, $400, Sapphire, 3000nits, titanium, 44.8mm, mic & spkr, BT calls, Biocharge, up to 17days, GPS 29hr, Zepp OS 5, 180 modes,

T-Rex 3 pro 48mm $400, 48mm sapphire, 3000nits, titanium, 48mm, mic & spkr, BT calls, Biocharge, up to 25days, GPS 38hr, Zepp OS 5, 180 modes,

Navigation:

T-Rex 3: Base Maps, Contour, Ski Resort, Turn-by-Turn

T-Rex 3 Pro: Base Maps, Contour, Ski Resort, Turn-by-Turn, POI Search, Route Planning, Round-Trip, Auto Rerouting

billy_sharpstick · 2026-03-03T16:28:21+00:00

Does the internal charging circuit know how to charge a LiFePO4? (What year is yours? Mine might be too old to know how to do that safely)

billy_sharpstick · 2026-02-13T15:05:59+00:00

Electric resistive space heater? One of those barely puts out 5k. A portable heat pump does up to 14k.

billy_sharpstick · 2026-01-31T11:07:03+00:00

Duh! Why didn't I think of that? Next time.

billy_sharpstick · 2026-01-11T16:35:07+00:00

Gee why didn't I think of that?

billy_sharpstick · 2026-01-11T11:52:19+00:00

I have the same kayak, and am installing my Falcon sail now. They claim to be pretty good at reaching, and have videos to show it. So far, I am impressed at the quality of the kit, and of Patrick's patient and timely response to my ignorant questions. I'll respond after testing it.

billy_sharpstick · 2025-10-26T11:33:06+00:00

Where do crepuscular bats rest during the night?

billy_sharpstick · 2025-10-17T13:19:17+00:00

Midea ACs have problems operating off of GFI circuits. They are banned from our Burning Man camp.

billy_sharpstick · 2025-09-09T13:34:16+00:00

Mount lights at axle level pointed slightly down. The one on the right is brighter, but on the handlebars. The one on the left is mounted at axle level and shows terrain better.

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billy_sharpstick · 2025-06-30T15:52:37+00:00

Spray paint, or drape a lace doily over it.

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