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Posted By leesdx1

OP here, thanks all that replied. I learn...

OP here, thanks all that replied. I learn something here. The main reason for unsafe is overloading downstream from the male 50A plug. One of the reason i was looking at the 50A split 30A/15A was I...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

04-10-2024, 12:48 PM

Replies: 42

Views: 1,006

Posted By leesdx1

Thanks for all the replies. So the 50 A split to...

Thanks for all the replies. So the 50 A split to 30A and 15A is unsafe. Thank you for that. So a 50A male to 30A female is safe (dogbone), right?

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

04-09-2024, 08:30 PM

Replies: 42

Views: 1,006

Posted By leesdx1

Hey, Thanks for your replies. I'm sorry I didn't...

Hey, Thanks for your replies. I'm sorry I didn't state my intentions on using the adapters. My RV is a 30Amp and I have a separate add on rated 30Amp breaker box... 2 outlets in kitchen and 2 outlets...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

04-09-2024, 07:07 PM

Replies: 42

Views: 1,006

Posted By leesdx1

50A To 30A & 15A V Adapter Cord

Hello: Would this be safe at all 50A Park’s power post, with or without GFCI? Just want to be safe.

Thanks advance for your replies.

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

04-01-2024, 11:36 PM

Replies: 11

Views: 303

Posted By leesdx1

No adjustment on the governor rod or spring.

No adjustment on the governor rod or spring.

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

03-31-2024, 04:06 PM

Replies: 2

Shower drain

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Posted By leesdx1

Got the leak fix. Upon further investigation in a...

Got the leak fix. Upon further investigation in a limited space, iit was the shower hose connected to the faucet. Just needed to tighten it up.

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

03-31-2024, 02:49 PM

Replies: 2

Shower drain

Views: 157

Posted By leesdx1

Shower drain

Hello: Getting ready for a camping trip and guess what??? You find something in need of repair. Find out my shower drain is leaking. I think the shower drain unscrews counter clockwise, right?...

Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum

03-31-2024, 12:56 PM

Replies: 11

96 Bounder transmission not engaging

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Posted By leesdx1

Hey Jazzman112: Did you ever get the transmission...

Hey Jazzman112: Did you ever get the transmission fix? What was the fix?
Thanks

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

03-31-2024, 09:22 AM

Replies: 11

Views: 303

Posted By leesdx1

Now here is a an actuator the resembles the one I...

Now here is a an actuator the resembles the one I have. Again it has a straight governor rod and I have the 90 bend at the end. I guess I could cut the 90 off, but how to do make sure the rod is the...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

03-31-2024, 09:00 AM

Replies: 11

Views: 303

Posted By leesdx1

Hi Persistent: I saw that during my search for...

Hi Persistent: I saw that during my search for answers. I think that is on a 5500 genset. The actuator arm is different, see post #1 and the governor rod has a straight end, mine has a short 90 bend....

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

03-30-2024, 04:27 PM

Replies: 11

Views: 303

Posted By leesdx1

Hi Mfire: The governor Rod is pre bent to fit the...

Hi Mfire: The governor Rod is pre bent to fit the application. I guess i could mod the rod to flip it. The thing is when i rebuilt the carb i took pictures but not at the actuator connection point.

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

03-30-2024, 12:42 PM

Replies: 11

Views: 303

Posted By leesdx1

Hi Persistent: when you say wire I'm guessing you...

Hi Persistent: when you say wire I'm guessing you mean the rod. Both the governor rod and spring run together to the actuator. #1, once the rod goes in the actuator’s hole there is not much rod...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

03-29-2024, 05:08 PM

Replies: 11

Views: 303

Posted By leesdx1

Hi twinboat: Was thinking the same, but once that...

Hi twinboat: Was thinking the same, but once that Governor rod goes in the hole there's not much to grab onto. I'm thinking the Governor spring has something to do with keeping that rod from popping...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

03-29-2024, 04:16 PM

Replies: 11

Views: 303

Posted By leesdx1

Onan Marquis 5000

Today I built enough courage to do the carb rebuild. Everything is good now, except the Governor's rod keeps popping off. Is there a special way to install the rod so they don't pop off from the...

03-22-2024, 10:44 PM

Replies: 6

Awning Mount

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Posted By leesdx1

Hi Everyone: I got it repaired and sealed. I did...

Hi Everyone: I got it repaired and sealed. I did what I said in post #4. I used longer lag bolts (2-1/2") and it grab on to something.

Thanks to all that gave me repaired ideas.

03-22-2024, 10:38 PM

Replies: 6

Awning Mount

Views: 433

Posted By leesdx1

Hi THenne: NO I CANNOT.

Hi THenne: NO I CANNOT.

03-21-2024, 11:19 PM

Replies: 6

Awning Mount

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Posted By leesdx1

Hey doc: I looked inside and it is metal and has...

Hey doc: I looked inside and it is metal and has rusted out. Looking further inside, I see more metal so I need to get longer lag screws and hope it grabs onto something, hahaha. As for Dutch Star...

Forum: Vintage RV's

03-19-2024, 10:41 PM

Replies: 6,924

Views: 1,230,377

Posted By leesdx1

Hello: Would it be recommended to install...

Hello: Would it be recommended to install Softstart on both A/C or just the front A/C?

03-16-2024, 09:28 PM

Replies: 6

Awning Mount

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Posted By leesdx1

Awning Mount

Hello: Looking for suggestions to fix my lower front awning mount. It appears to have wood rot where the mounting bolts go through. Can not get to the back side via the wheel well.

Thanks in...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

09-22-2023, 10:18 AM

Replies: 23

Views: 1,015

Posted By leesdx1

YCI: Yes, the wall plate is connected on the...

YCI: Yes, the wall plate is connected on the back, but does the front plate with the coax connects to what, TV/2nd TV? I thought the BOMB box connects to TV.

The BOMB box connections: (TV 1)...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

09-21-2023, 12:09 PM

Replies: 23

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Posted By leesdx1

YCI: As I tackle this and believe me this is big...

YCI: As I tackle this and believe me this is big task for me to get sort out. I just know the basics here. Im already printing labels as I go. Yesterday I email Fleetwood and they have limited info...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

09-20-2023, 09:43 PM

Replies: 23

Views: 1,015

Posted By leesdx1

YCI: I have a Tracer on order to arrive tomorrow....

YCI: I have a Tracer on order to arrive tomorrow. I appreciated the steps and tips. They will really help. My wiring is a mess and it is time to get this all sort out. Thanks again!!!

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

09-19-2023, 05:15 PM

Replies: 23

Views: 1,015

Posted By leesdx1

YCI & NLOVNIT: Ok, I think I got it. The...

YCI & NLOVNIT:
Ok, I think I got it. The receptacle coax is for Park cable (w power button off)/OTA, ect. I just have to play with the bomb box to get things in order.

Thank you all for your...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

09-18-2023, 11:40 PM

Replies: 23

Views: 1,015

Posted By leesdx1

NLOVNIT: Thanks for clarifying. I thought that...

NLOVNIT: Thanks for clarifying. I thought that receptacle coax was for the park cable output. That's the reason i was looking for the park cable input jack. I never used that coax connection, maybe...

Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum

09-18-2023, 10:41 PM

Replies: 2

Bounder: 96 Bounder Cable Input Jack

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Posted By leesdx1

donr103: Thanks, I found it with your info. I...

donr103: Thanks, I found it with your info. I recalled I did see a old fashioned land line hook up and sure enough it there in the bay.

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

09-17-2023, 08:18 PM

Replies: 23

Views: 1,015

Posted By leesdx1

YCI: I found it in the electric bay area. I also...

YCI: I found it in the electric bay area. I also post this in the Fleetwood forum and someone mention with the telephone wire. I recalled seeing that and sure enough its there. Thanks!!

Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum

09-17-2023, 10:22 AM

Replies: 2

Bounder: 96 Bounder Cable Input Jack

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Posted By leesdx1

96 Bounder Cable Input Jack

Hello:

Anybody knows where the entry point of the cable input jack is located for the Park Cable? I have located this plate up on the driver's overhead, but the coax connection is for the tv. I...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

09-17-2023, 09:42 AM

Replies: 23

Views: 1,015

Posted By leesdx1

Warhorse6: I followed the cable connection in the...

Warhorse6: I followed the cable connection in the wetbay and it just disconnected with all the other entertainment's wire mess. Trying to sort this mess up. I'm trying to find the original entry...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

09-17-2023, 12:17 AM

Replies: 23

Views: 1,015

Posted By leesdx1

Park Cable Connection

Hello:

Please see attached picture. I think this is where the Park Cable connects, right? I'm asking cause there is another cable jack in the wetbay (basement) that I think the previous owner...

Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads

06-06-2023, 12:14 AM

Replies: 5

Driving Routes Seattle to Florence OR

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Posted By leesdx1

Arch: The map I have shows I-5 to Salem take 569...

Arch: The map I have shows I-5 to Salem take 569 to Eugene and take 126 to Florence.

Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads

06-05-2023, 11:01 PM

Replies: 5

Driving Routes Seattle to Florence OR

Views: 457

Posted By leesdx1

Driving Routes Seattle to Florence OR

Hello All:

For those of you that are more familiar with routes than me. What is the best safest/easiest route from Seattle WA to Heceta Beach RV Park, Florence OR?

Thank you in advance for your...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

05-21-2023, 09:37 PM

Replies: 10

Views: 1,888

Posted By leesdx1

Hi Tap: Yes, that's the charger. Dang, I'm...

Hi Tap: Yes, that's the charger. Dang, I'm thinking like you that the charger should have protected from harming the 6volt battery, hence the F01 code.

So, now shopping for a smart battery charger...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

05-21-2023, 08:13 AM

Replies: 10

Views: 1,888

Posted By leesdx1

Do you think any damage was done to the new 6volt...

Do you think any damage was done to the new 6volt batteries when I used the 12volt charger on them?? Or did the charger stop before damaging the batteries, hence the fault code F01??

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

05-20-2023, 10:40 PM

Replies: 10

Views: 1,888

Posted By leesdx1

Hi Persistent: Battery Charger: Black&Decker...

Hi Persistent:

Battery Charger: Black&Decker Model#VEC10930BD
Costco Battery: Group GC2, Volts 6, RC@75A 105, AH@20HR 210, Model?

The battery charger have charging rates 4/10/20/30. Since the...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

05-19-2023, 06:47 PM

Replies: 10

Views: 1,888

Posted By leesdx1

Hi Twinboat: It is not a stand alone 6 volt...

Hi Twinboat:
It is not a stand alone 6 volt charger, it's one of those smart charger. That was my next step to install the bank batteries, then charge as 12volts. I guess, I just need a stand alone...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

05-19-2023, 05:07 PM

Replies: 10

Views: 1,888

Posted By leesdx1

Costco 6 Volt GC Battery

Hello:

I ran into a problem topping off my NEW Batteries. I have the charger set to 2AMP or 6AMPS and when I come back the charger displays F01 code...(Internal shorted cell battery, cannot be...

Forum: Vintage RV's

05-15-2023, 12:08 AM

Replies: 6,924

Views: 1,230,377

Posted By leesdx1

Oh okay, it's the same dia as the Hellwig then....

Oh okay, it's the same dia as the Hellwig then. You need all the metal you can get on these beast.

Forum: Vintage RV's

05-14-2023, 12:34 AM

Replies: 6,924

Views: 1,230,377

Posted By leesdx1

I should have went with Roadmaster. I think the...

I should have went with Roadmaster. I think the dia is 1-3/4". I have the Hellwig and it's only 1-5/8' dia.

Watch your mounting brackets. I already had to change one bracket on the passenger side...

Forum: Vintage RV's

05-01-2023, 12:17 AM

Replies: 6,924

Views: 1,230,377

Posted By leesdx1

RickNC: I didn't have good luck with applying...

RickNC: I didn't have good luck with applying roof sealant over Eternabond tape. The sealant started peeling off the tape less than a year. I even applied primer on the tape before applying the roof...

Forum: Vintage RV's

05-01-2023, 12:10 AM

Replies: 6,924

Views: 1,230,377

Posted By leesdx1

Hi 1972VWbus: I want to add that fuel adapter to...

Hi 1972VWbus: I want to add that fuel adapter to my Bounder. You have a P/N on the schrader valve? Thanks!!

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

11-15-2022, 07:52 PM

Replies: 11

Mountain Aire

Views: 1,861

Posted By leesdx1

Thank you all for your input.

Thank you all for your input.

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

11-14-2022, 09:39 PM

Replies: 11

Mountain Aire

Views: 1,861

Posted By leesdx1

Also good to know. Thanks!!

Also good to know. Thanks!!

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

11-14-2022, 01:06 AM

Replies: 11

Mountain Aire

Views: 1,861

Posted By leesdx1

Mountain Aire

Hello:

I'm interested in buying a distance 2005 Newmar Mountain Aire 4304 and have several questions. Hoping to hear what you guys think.

1. The current seller said the previous owner (before...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

07-17-2022, 11:48 PM

Replies: 7

Views: 1,352

Posted By leesdx1

Ok, I bypass the water heater and no leaks and as...

Ok, I bypass the water heater and no leaks and as I recall on my last trip the water leaking was cold not hot, so that eliminated the water heater tank. Now I have to dig deeper to the rear of the...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

07-17-2022, 01:36 PM

Replies: 7

Views: 1,352

Posted By leesdx1

I met to say, what is above the leak is the water...

I met to say, what is above the leak is the water heater and shower stall. And both areas have an access doors and I can see both hot and cold water line and everything is dry. As for the temp and...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

07-17-2022, 01:30 PM

Replies: 7

Views: 1,352

Posted By leesdx1

There is a access door on the rear of the water...

There is a access door on the rear of the water heater and I can see the cold and hot inlets. The water heater is about 5 years old and No water leaks there and dry.

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

07-16-2022, 11:49 PM

Replies: 7