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Forum: Gulf Stream Owner's Forum 03-10-2015, 05:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,559
Posted By quikduk
Been a long while since I have been on here but...

Been a long while since I have been on here but her goes nothing.

Our '98 DP (SVB3862) on a Spartan chassis has a set of VDO gauges. The speedo was replaced when we bought the coach and came with...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-11-2012, 03:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,331
Posted By quikduk
Been a while since I have "been around" here but...

Been a while since I have "been around" here but I am facing a similar endeavor.

A "friend?" made a home on my diesel gas tank and after evicting him/her, my fuel gauge pegs full when it isn't (it...
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-07-2010, 03:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,167
Posted By quikduk
Sorry it has been a while since I have had the...

Sorry it has been a while since I have had the time to post (work etc.). I was working on my '98 GS the past few weeks (months?) and had a thought about this filter. Does anyone know where it is...
Forum: Cummins Engines 01-09-2010, 06:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 14,729
Posted By quikduk
If you read this "blurb" from Cummins...

If you read this "blurb" from Cummins Filtration's site (Fleetguard), it is obvious that they (currently) are comprised of a lot of other companies that, like their early creators, developed a...
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-08-2009, 05:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,940
Posted By quikduk
Well you are going to LOVE this one. (not...

Well you are going to LOVE this one. (not really...:nonono: )

I have a '98 C8.3 rear radiator/CAC model. The only way I could change both belts was via a combination of under and above work and...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-02-2009, 09:11 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,610
Posted By quikduk
I'll go out on a limb here and say it IS a...

I'll go out on a limb here and say it IS a SPARTAN issue.

Call the techs at Spartan directly and tell them the last six (6) digits (i think) of your VIN to identify what you have (at least when it...
Forum: Just Conversation 09-02-2009, 08:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,083
Posted By quikduk
JRNOLL hit the nail right on the head IMHO. ...

JRNOLL hit the nail right on the head IMHO.

I prefer when someone sticks their nose into my business to say "Thank you for your concern and your comments but this is none of your business and I...
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-01-2009, 09:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 14,729
Posted By quikduk
As a side note, Dayco isn't the only mfr of parts...

As a side note, Dayco isn't the only mfr of parts for our rigs that get re-branded. I use Wix or Baldwin filters as they make most of the big rig filters and are as good if not better than the OEM...
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-31-2009, 02:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,998
Posted By quikduk
Rob, I found my digital copy of the manual. ...

Rob,

I found my digital copy of the manual. It is currently in a MS Word format so PM me here with your email address and I'll attach it as I don't think we can do that on this site. (Can we MM...
Forum: Just Conversation 08-30-2009, 06:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,206
Posted By quikduk
All this talk about cataracts and I thought you...

All this talk about cataracts and I thought you guys preferred rincon-mercuries...hahaha...uh...:whistling: (anyone?...MM?...oh well...)

My mother had the new types put in (cataracts that...
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-30-2009, 01:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,998
Posted By quikduk
Somewhere I have a pdf of the entire manual. I...

Somewhere I have a pdf of the entire manual. I tried to print it from my Cummins Quickserve account but what a major PITA.

If you need a specific section, post it here and I'll see about posting...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-30-2009, 12:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,092
Posted By quikduk
I always thought they looked really cool...

I always thought they looked really cool but...here are some other options. I personally don't like A&E awnings. I think that in the order of quality and ease of use/maintenance:

1. Girard

RV...
Forum: Gulf Stream Owner's Forum 08-25-2009, 11:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,586
Posted By quikduk
Here are some other possible mfrs. ...

Here are some other possible mfrs.

CONTINENTAL WHEEL COMPANY COMPTON, CA (310) 603-1014 (https://www.continentalwheel.com/index.htm)

here are some Chinese models. Don't rule these out as some...
Forum: New Member Check-In 08-25-2009, 11:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 645
Posted By quikduk
The weld could last until you get the replacement...

The weld could last until you get the replacement part but is that acceptable under the warranty terms or does the part have to be in its original failed condition?

The term "certified" is...
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 08-20-2009, 10:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,212
Posted By quikduk
That is because WD-40 is kerosene based. ...

That is because WD-40 is kerosene based. Kerosene is a solvent...and also an ingredient in diesel fuel. :thumb:

For freeing up rusted or stuck steel parts, use Kroil.

https://www.kanolabs.com/...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-31-2009, 01:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,725
Posted By quikduk
I carry (ATM): 6’ step ladder 2...

I carry (ATM):

6’ step ladder
2 gallons of engine motor oil (engine & genset)
2 gallons of anti-freeze (non-diluted)
2 gallons of Dextron III ATF (tranny, hydraulic reservoir for...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-29-2009, 09:54 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 22,450
Posted By quikduk
"All indications are problems with generator...

"All indications are problems with generator power are very rare so protecting the Transfer Switch is more important."

Apparently, this just made my decision for me. Perhaps I will find the time...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-29-2009, 09:35 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 22,450
Posted By quikduk
I have the EMS-LCHW50C...

I have the EMS-LCHW50C (https://www.rvupgradestore.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1825) but have yet to install it. I have seen one member's installation where both the genset and SP are...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-25-2009, 06:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,907
Posted By quikduk
Mark, Here are some of mine (in no...

Mark,

Here are some of mine (in no particular order). I have a Spartan Alpine GT chassis with the "factory" 10,000# hitch. I have modified mine as it would drag. I added two pieces of 1/4" wall...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-21-2009, 12:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,462
Posted By quikduk
Ah that is one of Generac's flaws...at least on...

Ah that is one of Generac's flaws...at least on older models. Their PC boards are...uh...poo-poo. :angel:

I'll look up your model and see what I can find.

Whoops, I found this site.
...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-20-2009, 08:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,365
Posted By quikduk
Can't wait to see it!:D

Can't wait to see it!:D
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-17-2009, 09:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,462
Posted By quikduk
Not too many folks have Generac gensets. Most...

Not too many folks have Generac gensets. Most have Onan, some have Powertech.

We have a Generac NP-75D diesel genset and the main circuit board has a bad circuit on it. I had to re-wire the...
Forum: Vintage RV's 07-17-2009, 08:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,812
Posted By quikduk
If you got it to start but it died...and you...

If you got it to start but it died...and you tried this repeatedly, my vote is that your fuel system is sucking some air and locking/blocking the fuel. Any air in a diesels fuel system will wreak...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-16-2009, 09:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,365
Posted By quikduk
To further what I was typing before I almost...

To further what I was typing before I almost missed my vanpool ride home...:rolleyes:

Our particular DP is rated at 500K miles before anything major needs to be done to it. That is several...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-16-2009, 06:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,365
Posted By quikduk
Mark, We have owned gas coaches and have...

Mark,

We have owned gas coaches and have modified them similarly to what you probably do to your race car.

A DP is what you will need. Our Gulfstream (pictured in my avatar) is a 36 foot unit...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-03-2009, 10:42 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,644
Posted By quikduk
:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl: ...kinda like Pi is...

:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

...kinda like Pi is not 3.1415... but rather crust plus filling...

MMMMMM:laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh:
Forum: Forum 101 | Announcements | Forum Concerns 07-03-2009, 10:33 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 10,264
Posted By quikduk
more $.02 here... (by now Andy, you should have...

more $.02 here... (by now Andy, you should have enough for a Starbucks Frappucino...:rolleyes:

For me it remains a variable experience. I have 3 PCs at home and 2 Macs. The Macs have 2GB of RAM...
Forum: Cummins Engines 06-28-2009, 07:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,106
Posted By quikduk
Gary, Sorry for the late reply. Work and...

Gary,

Sorry for the late reply. Work and everything else has been a bit overwhelming for the last 2-3 months with no end in sight.

Standyne was the one that the diesel shops recommended. The...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-12-2009, 02:38 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,537
Posted By quikduk
Andy M, I was only kidding of course...but...

Andy M,

I was only kidding of course...but are you able to crawl underneath safely and take some pics or measurements of the part that he says has gone missing?

BTW, the trip sounds like fun. ...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-12-2009, 11:46 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,038
Posted By quikduk
How about making "you" smaller...? :angel: ...

How about making "you" smaller...? :angel:

haha...sorry...yes more info please while I remove my foot from my mouth...:whistling:
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-12-2009, 11:35 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,537
Posted By quikduk
Andy M, Jack has a good point. You could...

Andy M,

Jack has a good point. You could take yours off, have a copy made and overnight it to Charles for installation. I am certain he would cover your costs.

That being said, what is the...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-12-2009, 11:13 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,024
Posted By quikduk
This guy is about 17 miles from me. I talked to...

This guy is about 17 miles from me. I talked to him when a fellow IRV2 member got in an accident with the same coach model and color that I have :rofl:. He is a good guy so anyone needing this...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-12-2009, 11:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,154
Posted By quikduk
Ed, I don't know where you are located but...

Ed,

I don't know where you are located but the black expanding foam is typically for pond and waterfall construction. Check your local yellow pages for a pond or aquascape construction company. ...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 05-25-2009, 10:28 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 15,686
Posted By quikduk
hahahahaha :laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh: ...

hahahahaha :laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh:

We thought about "June Bug" as it is green...but we did buy it in August so... :rolleyes:

some others are...

Money Pit (already mentioned)...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-25-2009, 10:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,644
Posted By quikduk
Well you have quite a few responses but here is...

Well you have quite a few responses but here is my $.02.

Cummins 5.9 (ISB) engines get between 9-11 mpg avg., some have seen as high as around 12...but I think that is coasting down hills with a...
Forum: Cummins Engines 05-24-2009, 10:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,106
Posted By quikduk
WOW! we were looking for a mechanical Bosch pump...

WOW! we were looking for a mechanical Bosch pump model on a big block when we started looking at DPs. We had a smaller budget than most and I am very lucky I can perform +95% of the work.

I had...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 05-23-2009, 11:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,172
Posted By quikduk
Gary, What about Carefree awnings? I too...

Gary,

What about Carefree awnings? I too need to replace the patio awning fabric and the slide toppe fabric. I can get them direct from Carefree but would a good boat cover/top shop be an equal...
Forum: Cummins Engines 05-23-2009, 11:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,106
Posted By quikduk
Holy smokes!!!:eek::eek::eek: How do you...

Holy smokes!!!:eek::eek::eek:

How do you afford something like THAT?!!

Does the insurance policy cover big ticket items or is there a road service plan that does? That would make me tow it...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 04-24-2009, 10:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,217
Posted By quikduk
Sorry for the late response but life has been...

Sorry for the late response but life has been hectic for a while now.

Glad the fix worked. I will be going to the PTC fittings and valve someday when the new valves fail.

The old ones had...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 04-14-2009, 09:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,437
Posted By quikduk
Roadking, You need to add the /url to the...

Roadking,

You need to add the /url to the end of the link to make it work like this:

WHOLESALE TRUCK PARTS (https://www.wholesaletruckparts.com/images/catalog/catalog.pdf)

:cool:
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-14-2009, 09:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,810
Posted By quikduk
Darryl, The Bilstein's might be cheaper but...

Darryl,

The Bilstein's might be cheaper but the Koni's ride is superior...by a long shot. If you get a chance (and the $$) to change all four out, I highly recommend it. They can be had for...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-09-2009, 08:41 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,810
Posted By quikduk
DarrylGF, When we got our NTU coach, we...

DarrylGF,

When we got our NTU coach, we drove it back from SW Texas or about 1500 miles. We never had a DP before so the heavy bumble bee vibration I felt in my throttle foot and seat I thought...
Forum: Cummins Engines 04-03-2009, 03:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,241
Posted By quikduk
Maybe there is a difference with these engines...

Maybe there is a difference with these engines but why would all of that need to be removed to swap out the cover? :confused:

I would do some research, talk to Cummins engine rebuilders (others)...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 03-23-2009, 01:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,677
Posted By quikduk
Gary makes a good point and you could start...

Gary makes a good point and you could start there. I have an Eco-Cruise on my '98 C8.3 powered Gulfstream and it worked fine except for one day...

I had done my usual check before going on a...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-23-2009, 01:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,479
Posted By quikduk
MM, Nice to hear from you.:D I have...

MM,

Nice to hear from you.:D

I have been busy trying to keep working...:rolleyes:

Janet,

I do like the new look a LOT. I find I can spend an entire week here if not...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-13-2009, 10:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,925
Posted By quikduk
Hey I am glad to help. I have been looking at...

Hey I am glad to help. I have been looking at these options for a while now but I am more limited in that I have a C8.3 12 valver with a mechanical Bosche fuel pump.

FWIW, I can have my pump...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-13-2009, 09:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,925
Posted By quikduk
Intake manifolds are running from $300 - $400...

Intake manifolds are running from $300 - $400 here...

https://www.xtremediesel.com/intakemanifolds_2.aspx

These guys have tuning modules for the computer controlled fuel injection pump on your...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-12-2009, 01:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,925
Posted By quikduk
There are all kinds of stuff to oost the...

There are all kinds of stuff to oost the performance of your ISB...but at what cost? Yours being a '99 should mean that it is computer controlled. Some companies are more expensive than others.
...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-11-2009, 12:58 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,223
Posted By quikduk
I tried Acetone on our '96 Jeep GC. The lights...

I tried Acetone on our '96 Jeep GC. The lights look better than new. I finished them off with a fine polish.

On the MH, it didn't make a bit of difference. I will try the toothpaste and PlastX...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-25-2009, 02:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 21,018
Posted By quikduk
FWIW, I only knew about the Dicor kit. It is a...

FWIW, I only knew about the Dicor kit. It is a bit of a P.I.T.A. to apply but once done, it only needs a re-coat every few years.

It is a two part deal. After you wash and dry the roof (after...
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