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Max Hubrich · 02-14-2008, 04:13 AM

Should have said "your in line fuel filter"--

Sorry-- I'll learn to proof read

DriVer · 02-14-2008, 04:46 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Gregg:
I wonder if it would be prudent to purchase a TPS and a Throttle Activation Module...
Maybe even a O2 Sensor, can't hurt to have some key spare parts while on the road.. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Gregg, An owner would be better served if they owned a Tech-II instrument so you could scan the system and replace "only" the failed part.

I don't think that having a number of expensive parts on hand or a Tech-II is a real world solution.

The last time a T2 was plugged into my system was back in early 06 and we've been fine ever since.

I have seen however where my ScanGauge II has presented a code and I dealt with it there and then. Fortunately the code was a transient thing and I was able to clear it and I have had no issues since. Well ... I have a lot of issues but the coach is OK.

Carvin Marvin · 02-14-2008, 04:48 AM

Gerg, the filter screen material is inside of the pump unit at the inlet to the pump itself. The entire pump and filter assembly is about 5 inches by 12 inches. The filter material looks like sintered bronze and is not designed to be cleaned or replaced. There is a secondary internal hose that supplies the limp mode. Mine was plugged to the extent that the engine would not even idle.

DriVer · 02-14-2008, 04:51 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Max Hubrich: </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Howdy Max!

Gregg · 02-14-2008, 05:32 AM

DriVer,
I do have a OBD II scanner I carry with me along with a complete complement of tooling to fix most anything.
So I was thinkng maybe it might be a good idea to purchase these known electrical items and have them with me.
In my opinion one road side fix with only a short delay compared to a day or two with a tow would be worth it.
Just one of those ideas that pop into my head.
Also another interesting point,
Purchasing these parts online will usually result in quite a savings.
Example...
I diagnosed a bad idle air control valve on my Daughters Montero, dealer part cost was $410,
I purchased that part from Rockauto for $127 !!

Tenn.Vol. · 02-14-2008, 05:43 AM

Lynxgolfer, I want to take a SWAG at this!!!
First does it seem to be HEAT related???
If not I am thinkig it is an INTERMITTING
POWER problem.....12V ground is as we all
know is a CAMPER nightmare, could even be
a loss of 12+ line, or maybe not a complete
loss of 12V.
Drive how about a fuel rail regulator???
INTERMITTING of course??? Tenn.

DriVer · 02-14-2008, 05:50 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Gregg:
Purchasing these parts online will usually result in quite a savings.
Example...
I diagnosed a bad idle air control valve on my Daughters Montero, dealer part cost was $410,
I purchased that part from Rockauto for $127 !! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Your strategy makes sense to me but I'm thinking that Workhorse parts might not be as readily available in those bargain basement stores.

We have the pleasure of having a member here named "parts_expert" so you may want to ask him about part numbers in a separate thread. Maybe he'll answer.

Gregg · 02-14-2008, 05:56 AM

Thanks DriVer !!
Ya know I thinking these parts are just GM issue...
There's got to be some savings onling,
I'll check it out.

DriVer · 02-14-2008, 06:08 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Gregg:
Ya know I'm thinking these parts are just GM issue... There's got to be some savings online,
I'll check it out. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>We just went through this exercise with the Workhorse MAF part and the equivalent on-line GM part, same AC/Delco Pn on the part. There certainly was a BIG issue there about cost and savings.

Most all WCC parts start with a "W".