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Jim_HiTek · 11-25-2016, 08:02 PM

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My upholstery is peeling apart too. Any ideas? Is there a class action lawsuit yet? Nobody is willing to help.

I have owned my first class A for only 3 months now. I will go into more depth of the numerous upgrades and even more repairs later. Needless to say it's been very eventful and shocking.

If you have Ultra Leather, there's really no hope. It lasts long enough to be out of warranty, usually, and no one I've read about has been successful after that point.

Here's a link to someone else with the problem, but if you research you'll find hundreds of complaints: Other thread...

I know when I was researching for a 'newer' used RV last year, I determined to avoid anything that had all 'fake' leather products. And it goes by numerous names. The one thing it has in common is that it's man made. And usually cheaper than real leather.

If you're not talking about leather, then what material are you having trouble with???

BTW, really like your fireplace mod. I can't think of anywhere in my RV to put one though. And it's getting cold here in the SoCal desert. 40's at night. Sometimes 30's. But the floor furnace and a couple electrical heaters are keeping up. But I like those heater thingies.

Jim_HiTek · 11-25-2016, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Adam1219

Anyone have an idea on keeping my coach batteries charged?

My coach resides in a self storage lot with no power source.

Whatever I choose needs to be some type of solar that cannot be stolen easily.

Thanks for any ideas.

Yeah, I do. Buy a wrench that you hang in the battery compartment. Whenever you park in storage, just disconnect the negative terminals from each battery set. Takes all of 5 minutes and guarantees your batteries will be fine when you're ready to roll again.

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BTW, I somehow missed page one of your saga, and now that I've read every page, I've got to say, you have a lot of patience. Wow. I'm really feeling bad that you've had all those problems. Even worse than those I had with my very first '94 Class A RV back in '04.

I'm living full time in my 2nd RV, a '02 Winnebago Journey, and I knew what to look for and what to look out for and I am pretty sure I found a gem. So far, in nearly 9 months of full timing, it's been trouble free other than needing a fresh set of house batteries from Costco at $85 each, and some work on the bathroom fixtures. Optional stuff other than that.

Anyway, fingers crossed you get everything fixed up soon. Good luck!!

mhbell · 11-25-2016, 09:04 PM

I hope you got a good deal when you bought it. I've got a 2006 hurricane 31 D with 65,000 miles on it. I have done extensive Mods to it along with pictures. Click on the Link in my signature to go to my blog. My latest is a DIY Track Bar for the rear. The ford chassis already has one on the front. Half the fun of owning one is making mods and repairs. Good Luck.
Mel

Adam1219 · 11-26-2016, 08:01 AM

With the Vapor lock problem did you ever replace the fuel pump or find another or just trade the coach?

mhbell · 11-26-2016, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Adam1219

With the Vapor lock problem did you ever replace the fuel pump or find another or just trade the coach?

This was a common problem with the big block ford 460 v-8. for me it only happened when driving for 2 or 3 hours straight on a very hot day 90 deg F plus. I could have solved the problem with a booster pump and / or a new better fuel pump. Since the unit was 19 years old I decided to trade it off and get something newer. My present coach.
Mel

Adam1219 · 11-27-2016, 10:17 AM

I purchased this cover. Unfortunately I have not tried it on the coach but it's always good that it's due to use and not procrastination.

I hope it fits.

ADCO 34826 Designer Series Gray/White 34' 1" - 37' DuPont Tyvek Class A Motorhome Cover

Amazon - $425.99

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Adam1219 · 11-27-2016, 10:24 AM

I like this product. I use it prior to departure heading back home for storage. I have yet to find a brick and mortar shop that sells it so I get it off of Amazon.

I use the cheaper drop ins during my trips and between drops. With Valterra I put 2 ounces in the toilet, 1 ounce in the shower drain and another ounce in each sink drain.

Valterra V23102 Blue Pure Power Self-Measuring Bottle - 32 oz.

Amazon - $14.76

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Adam1219 · 11-27-2016, 10:27 AM

I like this product. I attach it to my backpack and carry on. If I need power for my cell phone its ready to go.

Excellent product!

Levin 12000mAh Solar Panel USB Port External Battery Power Pack for Smartphones, Tablets, Gopro Camera and USB Charged Devices - Blue

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...0?ie=UTF8&th=1

Adam1219 · 11-27-2016, 10:32 AM

I bought this Slunky drain hose. It's okay buy can be cumbersome and uncooperative. If your having a bad day it might put your over but it does the job after I take a deep breath.

I would not buy it again but would consider the same type of design made better by another manufacturer.

AP Products 007-1000-LO Slunky Drain Hose Support
Amazon - $26.42

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Adam1219 · 11-27-2016, 10:38 AM

Just bought these speakers to replace the front interior ones that distort a lot.

Thinking about adding exterior speakers and replacing the bedroom speakers too later. If you purchased new exterior speakers and performed a new install let me know how it went and what you purchased. I don't have external speakers currently.

I should receive them tomorrow and will install and let you know how they sound with my Jensen stereo/NAV unit.

JBL GTO638 6.5-Inch 3-Way Speakers (Pair)

Amazon - $45.73

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Adam1219 · 11-27-2016, 10:43 AM

Wife wanted a couple of décor items. If interested is the information.

Coffee Pot Kitchen Paper Towel Holder

Amazon - $11.04

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Vintage Inspired Kitchen Wall Clock (DZ-5520)

Amazon - $29.95

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Adam1219 · 11-27-2016, 11:05 AM

More Misc. additions purchased if interested.

Camco 43581 Knife Safe (9" x 11", White)

Amazon - $9.06

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Camco 22505 90 Degree Hose Elbow - Lead Free

Amazon - $3.77

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Umbrella Anchor, Beach Umbrella Sand Anchor, 17”Pole Holder Anchor Stake - Perfect for Flag, Umbrella, Fishing Rod, Ideal for Use in Soil, Sand

I'm going to use this for my US Flag pole.

Amazon - $16.99

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I use this one for the beach umbrella at the beach. Works well in deep sand.

Sand Anchor / Auger for Beach Umbrellas - Green

Amazon - $8.39

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

PARROT Spinner

I love these spinners. Good Quality material. Actually better material than my coach upholstery.

37 In. Island Parrot Spinner

Amazon - $49.05

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Prest-O-Fit 2-2001 Patio Rug Stakes - Pack of 6

Amazon - $8.20

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Coghlan's 527 Table Cloth Clamp

Amazon - $2.28

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Adam1219 · 11-27-2016, 12:29 PM

I just received this tank rinser. It has a lot of good reviews (along with some not so good but you can't satisfy everyone). I will let you know how the install and results later.

Camco 40126 Tornado Rotary Tank Rinser with Hose

Amazon - $20.29

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

mhbell · 11-27-2016, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Adam1219

I just received this tank rinser. It has a lot of good reviews (along with some not so good but you can't satisfy everyone). I will let you know how the install and results later.

Camco 40126 Tornado Rotary Tank Rinser with Hose

Amazon - $20.29

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

That is the same kind that I installed in my Hurricane only I added a flush mounted hose hookup just Below the sewer Hose storage cover. works great for me. see picture below for details.
Mel