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Originally Posted by Fremebe
Charlie
I wanted to get an update on the chilli dog system installed by Rob at sportsmobile.
Would really appreciate your experiences with the systems reliability. I will need to be away from the van for 8 plus hours so reliability is crucial.
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I had one installed 10 years ago by Rob as part of the initial build.
When it works it's great. The problem is that when anyone works on the van they break remote start. The engine will turn over but not catch, therefore no heat/air conditioner.
I've tried to have Rob fix it a number of times but that hasn't worked out. I'll eventually have my local alarm guy take a shot at it but it's no longer a major thing anymore.
Now if it's heat you're worried about here is what I do:
-Park the van perpendicular to the wind
-open the louvered windows
-pop the top and unzip the openings so that air flows thru
-you should lower the day-night shades (but not block the louvered openings)
This has worked well and even to 115F during the 2007 SMB rally with my dog inside
If it's cold you're worried about, I have no suggestions
Lastly, if you get it, remember to daily repark you van so that the exhaust is downwind of the van so that you don't fill up the van with exhaust fumes.
David