| Rear Solenoid [message #223511] |
Tue, 24 September 2013 09:55  |
Bruce Hart
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What size amp solenoid is in the back generator battery compartment in my 76 Palm Beach?
I have a 50 amp solenoid is that big enough?
Bruce Hart
1976 Palm Beach
1977 28' Kingsley
La Grange, Wyoming
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| Re: [GMCnet] Rear Solenoid [message #223524 is a reply to message #223511] |
Tue, 24 September 2013 12:32  |
powerjon
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Bruce,
You might want to get one rated for a higher amp load. Looking at the wiring schematic there is a 60 circuit breaker right near the solenoid that connects the rear battery to the front. The solenoid is used to bypass the circuit breaker when a higher amp load is required such as helping start the coach. I would suggest a 80 to 100 amp unit at a min. It is not going to be a cheap item, will be in the $40 to $50 range. Although it is used intermittently you really want a continuous duty solenoid as they are more robust and durable.
JR Wright
78 Buskirk Stretch
75 Avion
Michigan
On Sep 24, 2013, at 10:55 AM, Bruce Hart <hartsgmc@gmail.com> wrote:
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> What size amp solenoid is in the back generator battery compartment in my 76 Palm Beach?
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> I have a 50 amp solenoid is that big enough?
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> Bruce Hart
> 1976 Palm Beach
> Milliken, Co
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| Re: [GMCnet] Rear Solenoid [message #223525 is a reply to message #223524] |
Tue, 24 September 2013 13:23 |
Bruce Hart
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Thanks John
On Tue, Sep 24, 2013 at 11:32 AM, John Wright <powerjon@chartermi.net>wrote:
> Bruce,
> You might want to get one rated for a higher amp load. Looking at the
> wiring schematic there is a 60 circuit breaker right near the solenoid that
> connects the rear battery to the front. The solenoid is used to bypass the
> circuit breaker when a higher amp load is required such as helping start
> the coach. I would suggest a 80 to 100 amp unit at a min. It is not going
> to be a cheap item, will be in the $40 to $50 range. Although it is used
> intermittently you really want a continuous duty solenoid as they are more
> robust and durable.
>
> JR Wright
> 78 Buskirk Stretch
> 75 Avion
> Michigan
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> On Sep 24, 2013, at 10:55 AM, Bruce Hart <hartsgmc@gmail.com> wrote:
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> > What size amp solenoid is in the back generator battery compartment in
> my 76 Palm Beach?
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> > I have a 50 amp solenoid is that big enough?
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> > Bruce Hart
> > 1976 Palm Beach
> > Milliken, Co
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| Re: Rear Solenoid [message #223526 is a reply to message #223511] |
Tue, 24 September 2013 13:26 |
Carl S.
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| Bruce Hart wrote on Tue, 24 September 2013 07:55 |
What size amp solenoid is in the back generator battery compartment in my 76 Palm Beach?
I have a 50 amp solenoid is that big enough?
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Jim B has those listed on his site:
http://www.gmccoop.com/Box.htm
Scroll down to "boost Solenoid"
$26.00 - "exact fit". I need to order two of them.
Carl Stouffer
'75 ex Palm Beach
Tucson, AZ.
Chuck Aulgur Reaction Arm Disc Brakes, Quadrabags, 3.70 LSD final drive, Lenzi knuckles/hubs, Dodge Truck 16" X 8" front wheels, Rear American Eagles, Solar battery charging. GMCSJ and GMCMI member
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