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Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems Today, 12:04 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,694
Posted By THenne1713
After repairing 3-4 OPE carbs some 15-20 years...

After repairing 3-4 OPE carbs some 15-20 years back one Fall, 3-4 short months later, I found a new shiny brass float was solid black and sunk, and a dime-sized fuel residue mark in bottom of float...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems Today, 11:07 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,694
Posted By THenne1713
WHAT VEHICLE/ ENGINE & year do you have that...

WHAT VEHICLE/ ENGINE & year do you have that accepts 85 octane? My 99 chassis Ford V10 says 87MIN and says higher not needed, higher is no difference and lower will rattle (think I got some in...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances Today, 10:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 156
Posted By THenne1713
Did you check/cycle the 20a breaker? Test...

Did you check/cycle the 20a breaker? Test breaker output? Check wire nuts in JBox on roof? I would expect home run wire back to breaker, with no other junctions between.

Thinking further, if...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems Yesterday, 09:13 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,694
Posted By THenne1713
<< taking it apart and- Boing! WHAT was that?...

<< taking it apart and- Boing! WHAT was that? Spring? Steel ball? Both? >>

been there... ahhh, the learning experience... like when a wrist pin clip flew across the shop, so ran to parts store,...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-21-2024, 06:27 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 4,981
Posted By THenne1713
<<Some pretty good mechanics just don't know much...

<<Some pretty good mechanics just don't know much about batteries and sometimes even in depth about charging systems.>>

and they will have a LONG way to go if they start having to service EV w/...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-21-2024, 07:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 720
Posted By THenne1713
When my outside outlet would not work, I found...

When my outside outlet would not work, I found the back missing from receptacle and wire and brass contact outside the speed receptacle
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 04-20-2024, 01:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 604
Posted By THenne1713
The Camco and Valterra are sliding fast-action...

The Camco and Valterra are sliding fast-action Gate Valves, so not sure what else you have in mind? Maybe a LINK would help?
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-20-2024, 12:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 720
Posted By THenne1713
BUT, also true if one JOINT done that way, good...

BUT, also true if one JOINT done that way, good chance any/ all other wire nuts- same procedure?
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 04-20-2024, 12:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 604
Posted By THenne1713
OK, SO CHANGE my wording to "EXCEPT THAT...

OK, SO CHANGE my wording to "EXCEPT THAT PROCEDURE WILL LEAVE DRAIN PIPE between valves/cap FULL OF URINE and cause a BIG LEAK**/ MESS / SPLASH HAZARD/ CONTAMINATION/ INFECTION RISK when you go to...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-18-2024, 07:21 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,694
Posted By THenne1713
STABIL literature says no problem with extra, but...

STABIL literature says no problem with extra, but also says will NOT RESTORE bad fuel.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-18-2024, 07:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 287
Posted By THenne1713
Toad axle several hundred over rating....

Toad axle several hundred over rating....
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 04-17-2024, 11:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 604
Posted By THenne1713
EXCEPT THAT PROCEDURE WILL LEAVE DRAIN PIPE...

EXCEPT THAT PROCEDURE WILL LEAVE DRAIN PIPE between valves/cap FULL OF SEWAGE/ BLACK WATER and cause a BIG LEAK/ MESS / SPLASH HAZARD/ CONTAMINATION/ INFECTION RISK when you goto remove the CAP to...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-17-2024, 11:01 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,694
Posted By THenne1713
First, probably STABIL 360 wud be product from...

First, probably STABIL 360 wud be product from their chart; 2) NO DISADVANTAGES, and I agree w/ comment, re: GEN
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-17-2024, 04:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 283
Posted By THenne1713
and ICON was Mfr for my replacement neoangle...

and ICON was Mfr for my replacement neoangle SKYLIGHT.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-14-2024, 03:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 296
Posted By THenne1713
<< That 13.6v you see while on shore power only...

<<
That 13.6v you see while on shore power only means the house batteries are being charged. Disconnect the shore power and measure the battery voltage that way. Should be at least 12.6 if they are...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-13-2024, 07:08 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 4,981
Posted By THenne1713
Ron, if you have two of the standard, but...

Ron, if you have two of the standard, but continuous duty rated, one is usually the CHARGE SOLENOID, and the other is the BOOST/ EMERGENCY START solenoid. The LATCHING SOLENOID usually easy to...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-13-2024, 06:45 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 4,981
Posted By THenne1713
PHIL G: Many/most that use a solenoid for...

PHIL G: Many/most that use a solenoid for battery disconnect use a LATCHING SOLENOID, a special device that requires only momentary power to the coil to turn ON, and momentary REVERSE polarity to...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-11-2024, 11:17 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 4,981
Posted By THenne1713
Your style and future plans determine battery...

Your style and future plans determine battery needs; if you PLAN on "always plugged up" then cheapest 12v RV/ Marine is good/ great, but if you plan on moderate/ much boondocking, you may find...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-11-2024, 11:05 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 4,981
Posted By THenne1713
FROM WHAT I READ, (some) MFR/ (some) years used a...

FROM WHAT I READ, (some) MFR/ (some) years used a 3-wire CO/LPG Alarm with inline fuse that controlled the LPG SOLENOID back at tank, and wired it on the hot side of the switch; (I.e. NOT turned off...
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 04-10-2024, 11:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 491
Posted By THenne1713
The 1/2" hose will also be LIGHTER and SMALLER TO...

The 1/2" hose will also be LIGHTER and SMALLER TO STORE; your rig uses 1/2" PEX, (w/ 3/8" and 1/4" internal restrictions in the fittings, so 5/8" hose of no value and no need to increase FLOW.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-10-2024, 10:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 193
Posted By THenne1713
Connections to battery are bad/ loose; recently...

Connections to battery are bad/ loose; recently read where new Brand-x had a fuse in the battery terminal, BUT THAT your will boost implies either new battery bad/ dead, or jst connection error. I...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-10-2024, 10:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 595
Posted By THenne1713
INTERESTING is an Amazon review of streak...

INTERESTING is an Amazon review of streak removers after this thread started,= SOME but NOT all say "degreaser" on their label
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-09-2024, 08:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 356
Posted By THenne1713
and if you run into specific issues, we are here...

and if you run into specific issues, we are here to help guide you from our experiences, LOL
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-09-2024, 11:16 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,358
Posted By THenne1713
The best floorplans are 100% usable with any...

The best floorplans are 100% usable with any slides fully retracted. Out class c is OK, only losing access to some drawers, which I only use for optional; unfortunately, wife had some groceries in...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-09-2024, 11:09 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 4,981
Posted By THenne1713
12.07= 40%-50% range

12.07= 40%-50% range
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-08-2024, 03:07 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 10,350
Posted By THenne1713
Son in UT wanted to have vehicle in TN for when...

Son in UT wanted to have vehicle in TN for when in town, but both states said no, =ONLY register in residence state, but UT wudda required annual trip to UT for Inspection b4 tag renewal...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-08-2024, 02:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 720
Posted By THenne1713
30A Breaker IS likely THE MAIN BREAKER,...

30A Breaker IS likely THE MAIN BREAKER, =SHORELINE/GEN power going INTO the panel; thus OFF= all 5 dead.

the receptacles themselves are on a 15a breaker.

MOST HAVE TWO GFCI receptacles or...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-08-2024, 11:26 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 4,981
Posted By THenne1713
(Ron750) Is there an onboard CONVERTER/ CHARGER...

(Ron750) Is there an onboard CONVERTER/ CHARGER when plugged in? Breaker turned on? WHAT IS VOLTAGE at battery terminals WHEN CHARGING? (should be 13.2, 13.4 or higher). Charging to 90% may occur...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-08-2024, 06:50 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,700
Posted By THenne1713
My suspicion would be that either IGN switch, or...

My suspicion would be that either IGN switch, or the IGN controlled RELAY/ relays that turns systems/ busses/ circuits on w/ IGN=ON; or possibly, a bad connection on one of these circuits= Loose...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-05-2024, 09:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 665
Posted By THenne1713
I was frustrated twice trying auto renewals...

I was frustrated twice trying auto renewals online in TN after hours, only to try later during business hours and all worked fine? Maybe your issue? Hack deterrent?
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-03-2024, 01:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 356
Posted By THenne1713
Closest you will probably find will be for your...

Closest you will probably find will be for your chassis. i.e Econoline, and much will NOT apply; ; for RV appliances, you will need to search by Brand/ Model online.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-03-2024, 01:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 647
Posted By THenne1713
Yes, and 5w20 was even recommended in a Tech...

Yes, and 5w20 was even recommended in a Tech Bulletin for some/ many/ most during a certain period of time, despite the original 5w30; the reasons have been debated by many, and results/ changes (if...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-31-2024, 07:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 344
Posted By THenne1713
I read you to say contactor pulling in/ dropping...

I read you to say contactor pulling in/ dropping out? Symptom MORE implies power flickering on shoreline side? CHECK PLUG/ RECEPTACLE for good, tight fit and/or wire/ plug/ receptacle damage.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-31-2024, 07:36 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,700
Posted By THenne1713
RETHINKING your starter statement, a bad starter...

RETHINKING your starter statement, a bad starter will never make it die while driving, and then be able to restart... it does NOT fit your problem description. Sorry to advise this, but he was...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-30-2024, 04:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,700
Posted By THenne1713
That does make it sound like a loose connection...

That does make it sound like a loose connection somewhere= intermittent power. My Dad had a loose terminal on a dash ammeter connection that plagued him for years resulting in multiple battery,...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-30-2024, 03:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 760
Posted By THenne1713
Believe it or not, on my (18yo rig at time found)...

Believe it or not, on my (18yo rig at time found) Barrel Chair, someone had installed backwards, then, to compensate, had removed seatbelts from their anchor and attached to seat springs, which would...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-30-2024, 01:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,387
Posted By THenne1713
BEST PRACTIVE: =WHEN WINDS PICKUP to...

BEST PRACTIVE: =WHEN WINDS PICKUP to uncomfortable, find a place to park, where you can face into the wind, and pray it does not roll you over. Usually high winds only last an hour/ two?... they...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-30-2024, 01:26 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,700
Posted By THenne1713
Symptom of failing FUEL PUMP, OR FUEL PUMP RELAY...

Symptom of failing FUEL PUMP, OR FUEL PUMP RELAY OR BOTH. Replace relay first,= easy/ fast/ cheap/ DIY; PLAN on pump as soon as feasible. If on the road, pray the relay gives temporary relief.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-28-2024, 06:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 436
Posted By THenne1713
Most rotor warp= overheat. If not driving many...

Most rotor warp= overheat. If not driving many hills/ mountains, if not OPERATOR ERROR, brakes maybe dragging, and MANY/MOST recommend BRAKE HOSE REPLACEMENT as they can cause pressure relief issues...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-27-2024, 05:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 760
Posted By THenne1713
MY 2000 E450sd seats seemed too upright, as a...

MY 2000 E450sd seats seemed too upright, as a first impression, but after having driven weeks, often 12-hour sessions, I can honestly say my only discomfort has been elbow/ armrest, and I now just...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-26-2024, 09:09 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,409
Posted By THenne1713
You could have INVERTER OUTPUT goto a RV30TT-R...

You could have INVERTER OUTPUT goto a RV30TT-R receptacle in the shoreline storage box and and GEN receptacle in there too. Then you just plugin to shoreline, or Inverter or GEN as you prefer. Just...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-25-2024, 05:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 771
Posted By THenne1713
IN MY EXPERIENCE, and others have also reported,...

IN MY EXPERIENCE, and others have also reported, failing fuel pump/ fuel delivery issue causes the SURGE as the fuel level starts to fall in the GEN Carb float bowl.

I doubt the surge/ float...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-24-2024, 09:28 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,090
Posted By THenne1713
The little black metal "deburr" cutters also...

The little black metal "deburr" cutters also bevel the tubing end slightly. ...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-24-2024, 09:23 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,090
Posted By THenne1713
Maybe helpful? ...

Maybe helpful? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eN3AR4nFbFU&ab_channel=SharkBitePlumbing
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-23-2024, 04:48 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,090
Posted By THenne1713
Cutting PEX square and beveling the edge w/...

Cutting PEX square and beveling the edge w/ special tool is the key to preventing ORing damage as you install the push on fittings.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-23-2024, 10:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 315
Posted By THenne1713
Yup, your storage bay MIGHT be sharing a breaker...

Yup, your storage bay MIGHT be sharing a breaker with another bay, or another 2-3 bays. Weak breaker is also possible, the trip mechanism is like a ratchet, and the gear tooth sharp edges can get...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-23-2024, 10:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 293
Posted By THenne1713
The TRICK IS TO get Brand/ Model of Slide, then a...

The TRICK IS TO get Brand/ Model of Slide, then a PART # for motor/ motor w/ gearbox/brake? then search that online.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-22-2024, 03:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 433
Posted By THenne1713
CAN YOU GET TO BACK SIDE FROM UNDERNEATH, a cargo...

CAN YOU GET TO BACK SIDE FROM UNDERNEATH, a cargo bay, or inside the RV?
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-22-2024, 03:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 293
Posted By THenne1713
Further, from other posts read, I suspect you can...

Further, from other posts read, I suspect you can replace motor yourself for $100-$300? (without looking at your specific motor) from Amazon... and guessing a wire plug, 2-3 bolts and a cotter pin=...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-22-2024, 02:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 390
Posted By THenne1713
Agree The KY does not have oil pressure switch....

Agree The KY does not have oil pressure switch. But does have oil level float switch in sump, so assume that would also kill engine? 2) carb Also has a float bowl DRAIN SCREW, so you can verify...
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