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Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-28-2024, 07:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 262
Posted By Jimg
Thanks for the advice, it will help me...

Thanks for the advice, it will help me troubleshoot
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-26-2024, 10:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 262
Posted By Jimg
No power to charger line on hitch outlet

2018 Southwind.The red wire to the 7 connector plug at the rear hitch should have 12 volts for the charger line to the tow vehicle. Since the rv was new I have never had power to the plug. I have...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-01-2024, 09:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 348
Posted By Jimg
Yep. Engine running, brake set. They require...

Yep. Engine running, brake set. They require enough voltage thet the engine must be running, will not work on genset.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-01-2024, 08:54 PM
Replies: 5
American Coach: Roof cleaning
Views: 405
Posted By Jimg
Be careful, you are not trying to make it shiny,...

Be careful, you are not trying to make it shiny, just last a long time. Follow the roof manufacturers advice and buy good stuff from an rv dealer. Other stuff will yellow dry and crack after months...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-01-2024, 08:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,520
Posted By Jimg
Do not pay any attention to vague opinions...

Do not pay any attention to vague opinions without specifics. I have owned 7 class A motorhomes. Currently own a 2018 Fleetwood Southwind. Every manufacturer has many components that fail that they...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-12-2024, 01:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 437
Posted By Jimg
As info the suggestions were correct about the...

As info the suggestions were correct about the spark electrode, but it ended up being dead stink bugs keeping the electrodes from firing properly.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-12-2024, 01:05 PM
Replies: 5
Wax
Views: 505
Posted By Jimg
The paint manual on my Southwind recommends...

The paint manual on my Southwind recommends agains wash and wax products as over time they will build up and start to yellow.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-12-2024, 12:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 660
Posted By Jimg
It is easy to test. Check to be sure the steps...

It is easy to test. Check to be sure the steps swing freely as mentioned before. When the steps are activated a light underneath should come on. If it does not check the door magnet alignment,...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-06-2024, 03:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 437
Posted By Jimg
Thanks for the advice to both of you. The igniter...

Thanks for the advice to both of you. The igniter electrode shows up in the manual as a potential cause. I checked the limit switch and it checks o.k.

It is not an easy sensor to remove since it...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-04-2024, 06:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 214
Posted By Jimg
Atwood gas furnace problem

2018 Fleetwood Southwind Atwood model AFMD35141 sudden failure.

Power to the board, no power to the blower. After 15 seconds the relay on the board clicks, no power to blower. Checked sailswitch,...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-03-2024, 06:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 437
Posted By Jimg
Atwood propane furnace failure

The Atwood propane furnace in my 2018 Fleetwood Southwind suddenly stopped working. No response or blower at all, only a click from the relay after 15 seconds.

There was power at the circuit...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-04-2024, 04:45 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,055
Posted By Jimg
For some reason class b's cost a lot of money,...

For some reason class b's cost a lot of money, especially on a sprint chassis. Some
are over 190k for a glorified van. A class A is much more bang for the buck not to mention comfort and space.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 01-04-2024, 04:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 509
Posted By Jimg
I have a 2018 southwind on a ford chassis It is...

I have a 2018 southwind on a ford chassis
It is at the base of the steering column where it goes into the floor
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 01-02-2024, 06:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 986
Posted By Jimg
I agree with computerguy. I have a 2018 Southwind...

I agree with computerguy. I have a 2018 Southwind that had the same problem. The entire dashboard hangs out from the front of the coach and is supported by brackets screwed into the walls on the...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 12-09-2023, 08:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 456
Posted By Jimg
True. The propane detector will do this when the...

True. The propane detector will do this when the sensor needs replaced.

They only last 5 years or so. Most rv stores like camping world have them in stock.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 12-09-2023, 08:32 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 512
Posted By Jimg
There is a place in Hudson Florida north of New...

There is a place in Hudson Florida north of New Port Richey that specializes in this. I know friends who have used them
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 09-06-2023, 08:27 AM
Replies: 3
Pace Arrow: Loose Dash
Views: 265
Posted By Jimg
I am not sure about the Pace Arrow but on my...

I am not sure about the Pace Arrow but on my Southwind I had the same problem as do many people. The dash is mounted to the sidewall with screws and there is a lot of weight on them. The previous...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 09-06-2023, 08:14 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 138
Posted By Jimg
Heat Pump Failure

I have an 2018 Coleman Max A/C and heat rooftop unit that has stopped working.
The fan comes on and pulls 3 amps. After about 40 seconds when the compressor should start the current draw momentarily...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-22-2023, 03:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 663
Posted By Jimg
Make sure your relay to disconnect the batteries...

Make sure your relay to disconnect the batteries dur
ing storage was not accidentally hit. I have seen it twice before.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-12-2023, 12:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 485
Posted By Jimg
The step motor is very easy to remove. lower the...

The step motor is very easy to remove. lower the steps and the motor is held in with only three screws. Remove it and you can check the gear.

a new motor costs 90.00 at camping world, not sure...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-27-2023, 10:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 947
Posted By Jimg
Good advice. The amber light is a good indicator...

Good advice. The amber light is a good indicator that you have power to the steps. I have had to replace three step motors over the past 7 years or so. I carry a spare now. The motor can be replaced...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-25-2022, 01:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 728
Posted By Jimg
Thanks for the info. It appears the ground is...

Thanks for the info. It appears the ground is good, I have one turn signal, nothing else. Will check connections at the diode, perhaps the diodes are bad
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 09-13-2022, 04:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 987
Posted By Jimg
Same problem with many having jumping clusters....

Same problem with many having jumping clusters. Look under the dash on each side thre is likely a metal bracket that attaches the dash to the frame. Install 1/4 wooden supports tightly under the...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 08-17-2022, 02:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,250
Posted By Jimg
I said 26P meant Southwind 36P, GAWR 24500 GVWR...

I said 26P meant Southwind 36P, GAWR 24500 GVWR 30,000
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 08-17-2022, 02:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,250
Posted By Jimg
You are correct. Be sure to keep the water tanks...

You are correct. Be sure to keep the water tanks empty while you travel and run it across a scale. You can likely pull a jeep, of small pickup.

I have the 26P and it is on a 30,000 chassis with a...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-10-2022, 07:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 728
Posted By Jimg
Thanks, that is the first thing I checked, but I...

Thanks, that is the first thing I checked, but I will take it further. I am going to try attaching a jumper cable from the rv to the truck, maybe that will determine for sure if it is a ground issue...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-09-2022, 08:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 728
Posted By Jimg
No power to toad lights

I have a Chevrolet Colorado that I tow regularly. It has Roadmaster

wiring installed with diodes and has worked fine for several years.
But now there is no power to the lights or turn signals....
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-27-2022, 01:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 798
Posted By Jimg
I have the same problem. Traced it to the box in...

I have the same problem. Traced it to the box in the wall to switch from ant to cable. I just drilled a small hole behind the TV and ran a cable wire to one of the bays and bypass the problem.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-27-2022, 01:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,218
Posted By Jimg
Just a reminder- make sure your engine is running...

Just a reminder- make sure your engine is running and the brake is set.

Make sure your batteries are fully charged to at least 12.6 volts.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-11-2022, 08:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,038
Posted By Jimg
I have a 2018 Southwind 36p on a 30 k chassis and...

I have a 2018 Southwind 36p on a 30 k chassis and a 242 inch wheelbase.

gross is 24k and I can pull 6k. There is 2k cargo capacity.

Marginal but manageable. I run it across scales often and...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-11-2022, 07:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,364
Posted By Jimg
Good advice from old biscuit. The thermal sensor...

Good advice from old biscuit. The thermal sensor fails often, is easy to check and cheap to replace
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 01-11-2022, 04:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 601
Posted By Jimg
Also, there is usually a fuse block to the left...

Also, there is usually a fuse block to the left of the steering column near the wall. The fuse locations are shown in the Ford manual, not the Rv manual.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 01-11-2022, 04:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 601
Posted By Jimg
Not sure about your RV, but check the control...

Not sure about your RV, but check the control center box next to your inverter, likely in the forward left access panel. It has fuses for most of this type of issues
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-23-2021, 06:59 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,955
Posted By Jimg
26000 chassis. 38' long. Our fifth rv on a gas...

26000 chassis. 38' long. Our fifth rv on a gas chassis. Tried everything over the years.

Worth it: Cheap Handling Fix. Sumo springs. Rear trac bar.

When a truck passes do not even feel it....
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 12-23-2021, 06:49 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,569
Posted By Jimg
The problem with dogs is the owners who do not...

The problem with dogs is the owners who do not control them.

As a non pet owner, the biggest annoyance by far at parks is dogs.

Likely the most often complaint to the owners of an RV park is...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 12-23-2021, 08:36 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 12,453
Posted By Jimg
Don't do it. Even 5 feet can cause damage and...

Don't do it. Even 5 feet can cause damage and bend the tow bar. I know from experience. Previous advice to have someone hold the steering wheel works.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 12-23-2021, 08:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,406
Posted By Jimg
There are often devices wired to run even when...

There are often devices wired to run even when the battery switch is off such as propane alarm, steps, etc. Just charge them up and disconnect them if you do not have power for a tender.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-19-2021, 04:19 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 11,464
Posted By Jimg
Sumitomo, Toyo, Hancook, Bridgestone. Does any...

Sumitomo, Toyo, Hancook, Bridgestone. Does any company make tires in the United States anymore ?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-19-2021, 04:14 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,015
Posted By Jimg
A lot of good advice here. They are correct. The...

A lot of good advice here. They are correct. The manufacturers have worked hard to match the RV to the chassis so you don't have to worry about it. Although Ford is all that is left. I have had 6 gas...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 12-18-2021, 12:35 PM
Replies: 376
Views: 89,946
Posted By Jimg
You can drill a hole into the cabinet from the...

You can drill a hole into the cabinet from the side of the RV, it is easier to seal than drilling through the roof. Just run the rire from the top down the side a drill into the cabinet.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 12-18-2021, 12:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,679
Posted By Jimg
A common problem is corrosion where the ground...

A common problem is corrosion where the ground wire attaches to the frame.

There is likely a light under the steps that comes on when they are down, if it is dim u likely have a bad ground or...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 12-04-2021, 12:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,712
Posted By Jimg
Be sure you did not blow a breaker on the power...

Be sure you did not blow a breaker on the power supply coming into your coach. You might want to check to make sure you have 120 v at both sides of the supply plug.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-28-2021, 05:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 742
Posted By Jimg
Good luck. Winter sucks for RV's

Good luck. Winter sucks for RV's
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 09-01-2021, 06:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,957
Posted By Jimg
I have a similar problem on my Southwind with the...

I have a similar problem on my Southwind with the same BCC.

I suspect a bad relay. If I place a jumper across the posts of the relay I should be able to see a power increase at the battery, right...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 09-01-2021, 06:21 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 20,536
Posted By Jimg
A common problem with the furniture makers...

A common problem with the furniture makers getting bad fabric. We had a 2012 Forest River Georgetown and many of them had the same problem. Fleetwood sent out hundreds of new coverings when...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 09-01-2021, 06:09 PM
Replies: 376
Views: 89,946
Posted By Jimg
Check the plastic post that comes out of the door...

Check the plastic post that comes out of the door to latch it into the door rail on the top corner of the door. The post is probably hitting the plastic thing in the door rail that the post goes...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 05-11-2021, 08:24 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,481
Posted By Jimg
I have a 2018 Southwind 36P on the 30k chassis. ...

I have a 2018 Southwind 36P on the 30k chassis.

Now have 40k miles and it has never been in a shop except for
adding sumo springs and Tracsteer bar and a couple of Kwikee step failures. Love...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 05-11-2021, 08:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 584
Posted By Jimg
Check your voltage before and after starting the...

Check your voltage before and after starting the generator. You likely have the voltage shown on a display, if not use a meter. Without the genset running you may get 12v or so, when you start it you...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-08-2021, 06:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,080
Posted By Jimg
Thanks. I will remove the switch and see if I...

Thanks. I will remove the switch and see if I have any power. I have been unable to locate the solenoid so far to check it.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-06-2021, 12:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,310
Posted By Jimg
I tried everything. Heat, specially designed...

I tried everything. Heat, specially designed chemicals, plastic chizel, etc. watched many youtube videos. I found the same thing as you. After about 10 hours I removed an area about the size of a...
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