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Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 10-24-2022, 06:34 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 13,005
Posted By Boyd R
Our home on Isle of Capri (Naples) did not flood,...

Our home on Isle of Capri (Naples) did not flood, but I would guess 80% of the homes there did flood. We have a elevated lot.
I agree about insurance rates. Our home owners original quote we got...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 09-23-2022, 02:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 866
Posted By Boyd R
I went through this on my 2015 Anthem. Very hard...

I went through this on my 2015 Anthem. Very hard to isolate when it is intermittent.
Mine was under warranty at the time. Long story short, after working with Entegra and trying several things,...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-02-2022, 06:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 417
Posted By Boyd R
Do you possibly have a low voltage issue after...

Do you possibly have a low voltage issue after power outage ? Have you tried to run AC off generator power ?
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-22-2019, 12:02 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,897
Posted By Boyd R
I joined the club last month. 20,000 miles on the...

I joined the club last month. 20,000 miles on the coach. No warranty, so paid out of pocket.
Had it done at Cummins in Elmira NY, as they are also a Spartan service center. They did a good job,...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-22-2018, 05:18 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,312
Posted By Boyd R
I have always crossed the chains, and always...

I have always crossed the chains, and always thought it was the law here in Pa.

I am a firm believer that anyone driving a motorhome down the road should have a license or training to do so. Way...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-21-2018, 06:17 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 21,952
Posted By Boyd R
Solid white Dutch Star showed up at NMCR this...

Solid white Dutch Star showed up at NMCR this winter. To be honest, it did not look good, and that was a shared opinion of many who were there.

But to each there own.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-13-2018, 07:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,438
Posted By Boyd R
Watkins Glen has a state park for camping, as...

Watkins Glen has a state park for camping, as well as Clute and the KOA. Also, just a couple miles south on14 , in Montour Falls is the Montour Falls campground and Marina.
I have a seasonal there....
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 05-31-2018, 07:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,135
Posted By Boyd R
Chucks route is a good choice as well. 17 is just...

Chucks route is a good choice as well. 17 is just north of Richmond off 95, and eliminate DC traffic.
I usually do 17 going to and from Myrtle, as I can't stand DC traffic.

I should have added, I...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 05-30-2018, 06:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,135
Posted By Boyd R
I use that route from Pa to Fla every year. Only...

I use that route from Pa to Fla every year. Only 1 big hill, that is Fancy Gap which is on 77 right before Va line.
As others said, the worst part is the construction near Huntsville . The whole...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-13-2018, 07:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 778
Posted By Boyd R
I agree with others on Pontchartrain landing. The...

I agree with others on Pontchartrain landing. The shuttle to the quarter was nice, restaurant was decent and had live music a few nights a week.
The only down side was the dusty roads that stuck to...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-21-2018, 07:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,948
Posted By Boyd R
I agree with the others, we need more info to...

I agree with the others, we need more info to help........but....
if your saying when you turn fresh water on to the coach, the aqua hot over flows the reservoir , the you have a burned out(pin...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 04-06-2018, 10:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 677
Posted By Boyd R
Speaking of history, Gettysburg and the civil war...

Speaking of history, Gettysburg and the civil war tours would be on your way.
Williamsport Pa has the little league World Series this summer, depending on when you are going through that area.

I...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 04-05-2018, 12:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 677
Posted By Boyd R
Watkins Glen (Seneca Lake)and the surrounding...

Watkins Glen (Seneca Lake)and the surrounding fingers lakes area are beautiful. Lots to do up there. From hiking the Glenn, to boat tours or renting your own boat. Also big winery country up there....
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-30-2018, 08:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,531
Posted By Boyd R
friend had this happen. sometimes pulling the...

friend had this happen. sometimes pulling the "syme" (sp?)card and re installing helps,,but he ultimately had whole unit replaced
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-29-2018, 11:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,717
Posted By Boyd R
Just went out and did the following to my coach. ...

Just went out and did the following to my coach.
Pulled the dash panel that holds both the radio and the rear view screen.. Behind it is a black box, which just lays loose. It has the video...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-26-2018, 05:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,717
Posted By Boyd R
Great idea Chuck, I really like the thought of...

Great idea Chuck, I really like the thought of the screens being switched. I will look into that.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-26-2018, 05:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,717
Posted By Boyd R
Chuck, I just went out and tried it on my Anthem...

Chuck, I just went out and tried it on my Anthem and it did not work.

The only thing it did was make the rear view on the "radio" screen not work when you shift into reverse.

I was hoping it...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-23-2018, 06:26 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 21,830
Posted By Boyd R
Why drain it that way ? Your not even getting...

Why drain it that way ? Your not even getting half the oil out of it using that method.

It is most likely synthetic oil, and does not need drained, just some added. They will go 100,000 or more...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-20-2018, 06:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,623
Posted By Boyd R
Why does the Anthem have the worst color choices...

Why does the Anthem have the worst color choices for the past few years ? The lower cost models have better color choices, and obviously the Cornerstone has the best.

I am very disappointed in the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-24-2018, 07:07 PM
Replies: 1,120
Views: 160,043
Posted By Boyd R
193563 Naples Motorcoach Resort.

193563

Naples Motorcoach Resort.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-10-2018, 11:32 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,721
Posted By Boyd R
Cypress Trail in Fort Meyers Fla has lots for...

Cypress Trail in Fort Meyers Fla has lots for sale. They are not a class A only.
It is a fairly new facility. We visited friends who were staying there last year, and they were still building lots,...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 01-27-2018, 06:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,121
Posted By Boyd R
Finger Lakes region of New York is a beautiful...

Finger Lakes region of New York is a beautiful area that time of year. It is within your 16 hour range.
Can hike the "Glen" at Watkins glen, there is actually a state park campground right there....
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 01-17-2018, 07:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 760
Posted By Boyd R
I will second the Flamingo lake as a good stop...

I will second the Flamingo lake as a good stop over park on the way to Naples.

I own a lot at NMCR, and am currently here. Its a beautiful resort. Its roughly a 6 1/2 hour drive from Flamingo to...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-14-2018, 04:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,213
Posted By Boyd R
I will second that Ron. They are doing mine...

I will second that Ron. They are doing mine tomorrow, wash, wax and wheels.
My coach Might look as good as yours by the end of the day............:cool:
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-07-2018, 06:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,485
Posted By Boyd R
Update. Left out at 5 below this morning. Aquahot...

Update. Left out at 5 below this morning. Aquahot in zone 1 was off and on blowing hot or cold air.
I had it set as Gary advised, with zone 2 at 80, and zone 1 at 70. It still did not blow hot air...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-06-2018, 04:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,485
Posted By Boyd R
Slides are all in and toad is hooked up, as we...

Slides are all in and toad is hooked up, as we are pulling out first thing in morning.

It worked fine when we did same thing last winter, I am hoping Gary got it right, as I don't have zone 2...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-06-2018, 04:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,485
Posted By Boyd R
Thanks Gary, I will try that. I have done...

Thanks Gary, I will try that.
I have done enough reading on this board to know about pump issues. Guess I need to just buy new pumps and have them on hand for the day it happens.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-06-2018, 04:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,485
Posted By Boyd R
Aqua hot pump ??

Started my Aquahot today and turned zone one heat on. It has ran for a few hours, the fans are running on the heaters, but still blowing cold air ?

I also turned zone 3 on, and it is working fine,...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-05-2018, 12:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 753
Posted By Boyd R
I found some adhesive made by Permatex that...

I found some adhesive made by Permatex that claims to fasten glass to rubber or steel.
I put some on the bracket, and also a little bit where the glass meets the rubber in 2 other spots. Thinking we...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-04-2018, 07:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 753
Posted By Boyd R
Window bracket issue

The small window beside the passenger seat (by entry door) has separated from the bracket on the screw assembly that cranks it out/in.

No broken parts, simply the small bracket popped loose from...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-04-2018, 06:51 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,385
Posted By Boyd R
Cold temps can also cause leaks around hoses....

Cold temps can also cause leaks around hoses. Might pay to check your hose clamps.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-03-2018, 07:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,383
Posted By Boyd R
We will be pulling out of North East Pa on Sunday...

We will be pulling out of North East Pa on Sunday morning, heading for Naples. Temps expected to be 5 below when we leave.

Coming from a lifetime of owning trucks, I wait until winter fuel is at...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-18-2017, 06:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 980
Posted By Boyd R
I am still in northeast Pa. Tried to talk the...

I am still in northeast Pa. Tried to talk the wife into heading to Fla this week..........but she reminded me that I ma just the buss driver........:dance:

Said something about Christmas,...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-13-2017, 12:45 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,168
Posted By Boyd R
It should be noted that doing this will also...

It should be noted that doing this will also damage the wheel seal (inboard side). So you will need the proper tools to remove and replace the seal, which is roughly 8" across........not like a...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-13-2017, 12:30 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,168
Posted By Boyd R
Matt, BroBox is correct, you do not need to...

Matt, BroBox is correct, you do not need to remove the hub assembly to change hub cover or gasket. In fact, if you have never done that before, I would highly recommend you do not do that.
Improper...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-13-2017, 05:23 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,168
Posted By Boyd R
Permatex is great for that ! Those are the fixes...

Permatex is great for that ! Those are the fixes that were learned by hands on experience long before the internet. Although the internet can be a great additional tool today.
I switched from...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-12-2017, 01:27 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,168
Posted By Boyd R
Made my living owning tractor trailers, and for...

Made my living owning tractor trailers, and for years I did all my own maintenance . Just retired 3 years ago.
The new hubs using oil, all use synthetic oil. There is certainly no need to change...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-04-2017, 04:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,783
Posted By Boyd R
I also self insure. On another note, I like...

I also self insure.

On another note, I like my 2015 DLQ, hopefully yours is as good to you as mine has been to me.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-03-2017, 02:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,150
Posted By Boyd R
I went to NOLA a few years ago, once was enough,...

I went to NOLA a few years ago, once was enough, but every one should do it once.

When we left SW Fla last March we went to gulf shores for a couple weeks, then on to NOLA for another week. The...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 11-16-2017, 07:04 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,556
Posted By Boyd R
We built our own trucking company and I was a...

We built our own trucking company and I was a total work-aholic. The first "real" vacation we ever went on was for our 20th anniversary ,(33 years now) her and I went to the Bahamas.
I managed to...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 11-14-2017, 03:49 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,936
Posted By Boyd R
I agree. I prefer to have them with me should I...

I agree. I prefer to have them with me should I break down along the road like the OP did. With the older screw type version, you can put two smaller ones together to make a bigger one if needed.
...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 11-13-2017, 12:27 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,936
Posted By Boyd R
Glad to hear you are safely off the side of the...

Glad to hear you are safely off the side of the road ! And very glad you did not sleep in it beside the road !
This thread speaks volumes about coach net.

I carry spare clamps, various sizes....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-12-2017, 10:41 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 13,773
Posted By Boyd R
We retired 3 years ago. Wanted to spend a few...

We retired 3 years ago. Wanted to spend a few months in Florida in the winters, also wanted to look around Florida to see where we would eventually buy a winter home when we found the area we wanted....
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-07-2017, 12:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 941
Posted By Boyd R
In Pa, and I presume all states, you need a...

In Pa, and I presume all states, you need a current physical card to hold a CDL, so that is one of the differences between non-cdl class B, and CDL.
A CDL class A allows for tractor trailer, and...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-06-2017, 06:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,034
Posted By Boyd R
I have seen way to many campgrounds that have...

I have seen way to many campgrounds that have small lots, narrow roads, low tree branch's, inadequate power supply, un-level lots, muddy, etc.

That is certainly not to say they are all that way by...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-05-2017, 08:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,465
Posted By Boyd R
Stayed at Buena vista in March, it was class A...

Stayed at Buena vista in March, it was class A only, and only the first stage is built. I did not ask about rules for next two stages , but did see the plan and lot lay outs. Nice place!

Naples...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 07-19-2017, 06:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,090
Posted By Boyd R
There is a KOA between Corning and WAtkins GLen...

There is a KOA between Corning and WAtkins GLen that is a nice campgroumd, but request the new part.......the original part is very tight.
Nice campground right in Watkins Glen , right at the end of...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-23-2017, 06:46 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 8,669
Posted By Boyd R
Very hard to disagree with that. I live near...

Very hard to disagree with that. I live near Towanda Pa, maybe a hour West of you..........
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-18-2017, 06:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,487
Posted By Boyd R
Had the shower door shatter on my previous coach,...

Had the shower door shatter on my previous coach, a 2009 Allegro Bus. It was just pulled in to a heated garage from temps in the teens. Sat in the heated shop for about a hour, then shattered, no one...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-16-2017, 07:06 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,673
Posted By Boyd R
Finger lakes of NY are beautiful this time of...

Finger lakes of NY are beautiful this time of year as well.
We have a seasonal lot on Seneca Lake near Watkins Glen NY, which is about 1 hour from home.
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