Tag: Hooking up to utilities
RV Electricity – Just Ask Mike (J.A.M.): Can I connect 6- and 12-volt batteries...
By Mike Sokol
Welcome to my J.A.M. (Just Ask Mike) Session, a weekly column where I answer your basic electrical questions. If you're a newbie...
RVelectricity: Finding short circuits in 12-volt systems, Part 2A
By Mike Sokol
Dear Readers,
As promised, here's Part 2 of my 12-volt DC short circuit tutorial. I'm splitting Part 2 into sub parts A and...
RV Electricity – Just Ask Mike (J.A.M.): Higher ground (for your pedestal)
By Mike Sokol
Welcome to my J.A.M. (Just Ask Mike) Session, a weekly column where I answer your basic electrical questions. If you're a newbie...
RVelectricity: Troubleshooting short circuits – Part 1 of 3: The basics
By Mike Sokol
Dear Readers,
I've received multiple requests for articles and videos on how to diagnose and repair "shorts" – which I've been putting off....
RV Electricity – Just Ask Mike (J.A.M.): What’s that burned wiring smell?
By Mike Sokol
Welcome to my J.A.M. (Just Ask Mike) Session, a weekly column where I answer your basic electrical questions. If you're a newbie...
RVelectricity – No~Shock~Zone Part 11: Extension cords
By Mike Sokol
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Dear Readers,
As...
RVelectricity: Can I charge a battery at 80 amps from a 20-amp outlet?
By Mike Sokol
Dear Mike,
So, I have seen converters that can charge my RV batteries at 70 or 80 amps. Where would I be able...
RV Electricity – Just Ask Mike (J.A.M.): Don’t just drop in a Lithium battery
By Mike Sokol
Welcome to my J.A.M. (Just Ask Mike) Session, a weekly column where I answer your basic electrical questions. If you're a newbie...
RVelectricity: Do Not shock thieves on purpose!
By Mike Sokol
Dear Readers,
Yes, I know we all worry about a thief stealing stuff from our RVs, especially if we're away from the campsite...
RV Electricity – Just Ask Mike (J.A.M.): Space heaters and the hair of the...
By Mike Sokol
Welcome to my J.A.M. (Just Ask Mike) Session, a weekly column where I answer your basic electrical questions. If you're a newbie...
Upcoming RVelectricity Seminars with Mike Sokol
By Mike Sokol
Dear Readers,
As the year draws to a close, I would like to look to the future and update you with my latest...
RV Electricity – Just Ask Mike (J.A.M.): Can I run a generator and shore...
By Mike Sokol
Welcome to my J.A.M. (Just Ask Mike) Session, a weekly column where I answer your basic electrical questions. If you're a newbie...