New List to Start

[HamboneTHW]

So, it's taken two months for me to knock out my original list, minus getting two fogged windows fixed. The list of completed tasks:

-Engine Oil and Filter Change
-Engine Fuel Filters Changed
-Transmission Fluid and Filter Change
-Generator Oil and Filter Change
-Generator Fuel Filter Change
-Generator Air Filter Change
-Generator Coolant Flush and Final Charge Replacement
-Generator Fuel Line Replacement
-Interior In-Depth Clean and Detail
-HID Headlight Installation
-Roof Wash and Seal
-Exterior Wash and Wax

Looking to start a new list. So far I have:

-Fogged Windows Fix (2 Windows)
-Hydraulic Fluid and Filter Change (How often do you guys recommend this?)
-Remove and Replace Clear Front (Will have this done professionally)

What else would you guys recommend to add to the list?

I'm really impressed with how good the coach is looking and performing for 13 years old. Alpines really are amazing and were ahead of their time.

As always, thank you all for your help and insight!

[toolster]

I was faced with the same transmission question, do I change it at 48,000 miles, so I sent a sample to Blackstone Labs ( google for info) and they tested the fluid and came back with 'no reason to change the fluid is good for a while longer '
Well worth the $28 test fee.

[HamboneTHW]

Originally Posted by toolster

I was faced with the same transmission question, do I change it at 48,000 miles, so I sent a sample to Blackstone Labs ( google for info) and they tested the fluid and came back with 'no reason to change the fluid is good for a while longer '
Well worth the $28 test fee.

Toolster,

Thanks for the insight. The guy that owned our coach for a little less than 2 years didn't utilize Transynd. So to be safe, I changed the fluid and filters (using Transynd). The transmission manual says that if you change it twice with Transynd, you can say that you have gotten all of the old stuff out and are now running Transynd.

So next year, I will service the transmission again ($270 in materials and a few hours of labor) to ensure that I have Transynd throughout the entire system. After that, I will start to send samples in yearly.

Just out of curiosity, how did you pull a sample? Crack the drain and collect?

[DrDaveMA]

I had the 3M film removed a few years ago by professionals at 3M’s expense (it was still under warranty). It took them over a day to remove all the film. They could not get it off without screwing up the paint so 3M repainted the front of my coach. They were going to pay to get the film reinstalled but I refused, my logic was if it was going to occur again it would be on my dime to fix it, so why pay someone to remove the film and then repaint the front end. I believe I saved myself a days labor expense.

3M recommends that the film be treated like the rest of the coach, wax it, that replenishes the vital oils in the film!

[RDM3525]

Changing the brake fluid should be a consideration. Check hydraulic lines, 05's had an issue with lines going bad. Might want to make sure the rear spoiler is secure, I know a guy looking for one if anyone has an extra. Check the A/C roof covers to be sure they are secure. I'm in the process of adding water filters. Keep an eye on the radiator if it hasn't been replaced.

Good luck

[toolster]

Blackstone labs sell a small vacuum pump along with a lenth of plastic pipe and I just go in through the filler tube, works great.

[Sco70ttie]

Tommy,

Who did you use to fix your foggy windows?


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[RVPioneer]

After, or as, you're going through the maintenance list it would be wise to start a spare parts and minor modification list. Some things that come to mind are:
Trombetta
Water pump
Anode and flush wand for water heater
Fuel cap

Radiator cap
Windshield wipers
Storage bay latches
Plastic brackets for drawer glides
NOCO or equivalent jump starter
Jumper cables
Battery charger

Wheel chocks
Leveling pads or blocks
Mud dauber screens on intake vents/doors
100' 12/3 extension cord
Surge guard if not already equipped
Fuel filters

Serpentine belt
Electrical adapters 50/30 & 30/15
TPMS



I think of more later.


The maintenance and repair list should continue to develop on its own.

[Mr_D]

Originally Posted by DrDaveMA

3M recommends that the film be treated like the rest of the coach, wax it, that replenishes the vital oils in the film!

I was told to treat the 3M film with 303 every month.