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Unity / Zamp Solar Controller
Last post by Ed Laporte -
I have a 2022 Unity IB, I've already removed the lithium batteries for winter storage. I've noticed that the Zamp Controller screen is flashing all day, letting me know that it does not detect the batteries. Should I worry about the screen being on all the time during the winter? Or should I disconnect the two wires coming into it from the solar panels? it is easy to access. Thanks.
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Unity / Re: TPMS heat sensor on dually behind exhaust
Last post by dfredenburg -
Turns out I didn't need to use the IR meter (yet another item bought but not yet used) since I noticed the end of the tail pipe was no longer there--the exhaust was heading directly to the space between the tires.  The sensors are under the hub cap, wasn't able to find any extensions that would get the stems outside the hubcap.  I doubt the tires were heating up as much as the sensors since the temp would change quickly based on the engine running and the load on the engine.

Planning on a trip to the shop to see what a tail pipe will do to me. 
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Unity / Re: TPMS heat sensor on dually behind exhaust
Last post by Harrysalit -
If you have Borg long stem valves on the rear, most of your temp readings are from the air on the outside of the outer wheel.  Some does come from the stem.
If you don’t have Borgs, then it could the air temp between the duals.

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Unity / Re: TPMS heat sensor on dually behind exhaust
Last post by dfredenburg -
Didn't get the IR out for the last short trip, so maybe today.  The concern is both outer/inside tires read similarly, again the pressures of both match the left side dually.  As it turns out getting a pressure reading on the back tires is a bit involved so the TPMS is useful for both, the inner was the one I was most concerned about, so I added the monitors to all 6 tires (and probably would to any towed equipment).  As it turns out the TPMS was fantastic when I developed stem leaks on on both my front tires after a tire change,  I knew of the leak prior to damaging the new tires.

The unassembled TPMS system that came with the RV is TST 507, has been worth the cost (if I needed to) despite potentially getting too much superfluous info, will update after IR readings.
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Garage Sales / Re: Re: 2024 Unity 24RL For Sale
Last post by chakim -
Jim, I hope you’ve been successful in your LTV! I am currently looking into hitch storage boxes for my 2017 unity, and have settled on the stowaway to Max box with either the fixed or swing away frame. I noted that you opted for the swing away frame, as well as a hitch extender. Given the recessed position of the LTV hitch under the rear bumper, did you find that this was the only/best combination of frame hardware to bring the box out far enough from the rear face of the vehicle to allow the box cover to open fully? I was hoping to do without hitch extender as the manufacturer indicates that this reduces storage load by 30%.
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Garage Sales / Re: 2024 Unity 24RL For Sale
Last post by chakim -
Quote from: Jim Nunnelee –
I am a retired real estate investor living in North Texas.  Not a dealer, reseller, or scammer.  I bought this 2024 Leisure Travel Van Unity 24RL new in January of 2024.  Due to recently developed issues I now want to sell it.  It’s in perfect condition and has, I believe, most of the options LTV offers.  I’ve included a few pictures of the unit, but the best and most efficient way to see this it (facsimile) is to go to the LTV website.  Link:  Unity - Videos - Leisure Travel Vans . It’s been driven approximately 1,300 miles.  We’ve never even used the microwave, shower, stove, or some of the other items.  We replaced the very uncomfortable OEM mattress with a very nice, comfortable one.  However, it’s too thick to allow the bed to be folded up into the wall.  We still have the OEM mattress and all the cushions if you prefer.  We’ve only taken 2 short trips.  My price is $195,000 firm and it’s ready to go on a trip.  I’m not sure how to provide additional information but will do so if you want.  Also included is a Stowaway 16 cu hitch-mounted storage box with extender, locks and removable storage bins, a Cuisinart CGG-180 Petit Gas Grill (Red), a 25’ fresh-water hose, and a 30 amp/110v pig tail.  Unit always stored inside and kept clean.  Please, no dealers or consigners.
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Unity / Re: Engine battery drain is a pain in the A….?
Last post by walstibsf -
On our last Sprinter based RV, A Galleria, I found that having the Propane turned to the "ON" position caused the solenoid to draw about an AMP.  This would kill the chassis battery in a couple of weeks.  Don't know if our LTV works the same, but I leave it off if the coach is not in use.
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Unity / Re: The Sprinter Forum
Last post by RonS -
I agree the Sprinter forum (Sprinter-Source.com) is a valuable source of owner info.  Besides general Sprinter info, it even has a well supported section dedicated to LTV Unity specific issues. These guys really know their stuff.

As a cautionary note, stay off the "Off topic" sub-forums that are totally unmoderated and full of political arguments and incendiary rhetoric. (unless that is your thing)
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Unity / Re: TPMS heat sensor on dually behind exhaust
Last post by RonS -
Quote from: dfredenburg –
I also noticed the temp on the R rear dually will run anywhere from 10 to 50 degrees warmer than all the others, although the tire doesn't feel particularly warm.  The tire pressures rise and fall appropriately and equally with speed, regardless of temp readings The exhaust is just in front of the R rear dually, just behind the galley door.  Has anyone had a similar issue where the temp sensor is reading the exhaust more than the tire temp?
Which (or both) of the RR tires shows this temp difference. Is it only when stationary or do you see this while driving. I don't monitor the temp on my RF TPMS sensors, but the PSI is about the same on all four rear tires on a 2019 Mercedes chassis.
Hopefully the IR temp reading will confirm that the difference is with the remote sensor.

Edit: I see you only mentioned not knowing the inner tire{s}. I installed aftermarket sensors (valve cap) on all 6 of my tires. Not sure what type TPMS you have.