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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-14-2022, 03:13 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,823
Posted By GTobey
I listed mine on Craigslist as a toad, with...

I listed mine on Craigslist as a toad, with baseplate and wiring, ready to go, and it sold in one day to the first person who came to look at it.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-07-2022, 06:22 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,408
Posted By GTobey
My wife asks me, why are you waving at that RV...

My wife asks me, why are you waving at that RV across the road? They can't see you! Would be nice if we had some sort of secret handshake, like a light in your side window just behind the windshield...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-04-2022, 08:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,245
Posted By GTobey
Sorry yours was stuck so hard oh, but you did...

Sorry yours was stuck so hard oh, but you did good by persisting and getting it done! Hope everything works great for you.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-23-2022, 10:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,245
Posted By GTobey
You're most welcome. I used a lil giant ladder to...

You're most welcome. I used a lil giant ladder to do it at the rear. Much safer!
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-22-2022, 08:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,245
Posted By GTobey
I just got through doing my brother-in-law's on...

I just got through doing my brother-in-law's on his 2017 36g. You have to remove the phillips screws in the panel over top of the camera, and then you can get down in there with the Allen wrenches to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-19-2021, 02:43 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 11,464
Posted By GTobey
Michelin only for me IMO

Went through the FMCA tire program, had them balanced and installed at Freightliner Custom Chassis Service Center in Gaffney, SC. Date codes were new within weeks, and am so glad I got them that way!...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-08-2021, 04:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,417
Posted By GTobey
Ever ordered the Michelin tires through the FMCA...

Ever ordered the Michelin tires through the FMCA tire program? I did, and it saved me $$$.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-16-2021, 07:22 PM
Replies: 3,372
Views: 1,143,020
Posted By GTobey
I need to be included. Thanks!

I need to be included. Thanks!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-27-2020, 03:19 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 16,879
Posted By GTobey
Was the neighbor who took your stuff Cousin Eddie?

Was the neighbor who took your stuff Cousin Eddie?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-25-2020, 12:49 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 11,631
Posted By GTobey
I am an FMCA member, and will continue to be. Not...

I am an FMCA member, and will continue to be. Not only for tge benefits I get, but to support our industry, and boost support for all others who enjoy RVing. The tire savings alone has really paid my...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-08-2020, 05:12 PM
Replies: 1,642
Sticky: Mods to RVs
Views: 1,849,991
Posted By GTobey
Front hood moving in the wind on Winnebago Forza

I had been noticing a noise coming from below my feet when driving my 2016 Winnebago Forza 36G in gusty winds. Also would notice some places that the lower edge of the hood was contacting the front...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-25-2020, 08:22 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,683
Posted By GTobey
RV Service guy who fixed the ram issue

Paul, here's a card from a good fellow who fixed Bob's slide block problem. Hope it can help someone.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-24-2020, 09:00 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,683
Posted By GTobey
Paul, thanks for simply "being there", fielding...

Paul, thanks for simply "being there", fielding our questions, and offering assistance! It was so wonderfully appreciated! We need someone who can give advice and answer questions, and you came...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-23-2020, 06:07 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,683
Posted By GTobey
Well, I found out what was wrong with the slide...

Well, I found out what was wrong with the slide on my friend's coach. I didn't get under and look at his guide block to make sure it was pointed up into the channel when the folks came to fix it here...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-22-2020, 05:24 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,683
Posted By GTobey
Well, my friend, DareDevil Bob got to...

Well, my friend, DareDevil Bob got to Freightliner in Gaffney, SC to have work done on the chassis, and they referred a guy to him. Bob talked to him, and told him what had been done, and he came out...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-20-2020, 08:07 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,683
Posted By GTobey
Maybe too soon to celebrate

My friend pulled in his slide yesterday, all went great, and he headed down towards Freightliner in Gaffney, SC. He stopped overnight at a Cracker Barrel, and the slide went out fine. When he went to...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-17-2020, 11:38 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,683
Posted By GTobey
Great jobs guys!

Awesome! Glad you fixed your problems! This forum of RV family can work to assist each other, and the results are great! Absolutely love IRV2! Keep on enjoying safe travels, folks! GT.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-16-2020, 08:06 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,683
Posted By GTobey
Wow! That is some good sealing on that box. Hard...

Wow! That is some good sealing on that box. Hard to cut through that!
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-16-2020, 08:03 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,683
Posted By GTobey
You are most welcome. Our guys tried to jack up...

You are most welcome. Our guys tried to jack up the slide, but it wouldn't help any. When they found the loose nuts, then the put a jack under the beam to support it, and pried the ram end down to...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-14-2020, 06:49 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,683
Posted By GTobey
Found out what happened, and is now fixed!

DareDevilBob was staying behind my house when his slide issue occurred last Saturday morning. They were preparing to leave when the slide would not retract all the way. I did research and was so...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-29-2020, 09:42 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,362
Posted By GTobey
Just as an edit suggestion. Picture of that fuse...

Just as an edit suggestion. Picture of that fuse box look like it was awfully dirty. If dirt and or water get into a fuse box oh, it can wreak holy havoc. I suggest for your 6-month service to...
Forum: Allison Transmission Forum 06-23-2020, 01:01 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 26,940
Posted By GTobey
Another good reference is to join FMCA, and...

Another good reference is to join FMCA, and attend one of their 2.5 day workshops combining RV education classes about your RV systems with Hands-On driving courses brought to you by the FMCA and RV...
Forum: Allison Transmission Forum 06-23-2020, 10:01 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 26,940
Posted By GTobey
Camp Freightliner

You are so right. Since the classes are made up of all types of folks with various experiences, I found ours to be non-judgemental and quite helpful to folks. We just wanted to advance our knowledge...
Forum: Allison Transmission Forum 06-22-2020, 09:45 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 26,940
Posted By GTobey
Virtual can never be as good as being there, just...

Virtual can never be as good as being there, just as pictures can never replace "hands on" experience. Sorry you had to do it that way. Suffice it to say that at least you have a bit more knowledge...
Forum: Allison Transmission Forum 06-18-2020, 07:15 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 26,940
Posted By GTobey
Please sign up for Camp Freightliner! Well worth...

Please sign up for Camp Freightliner! Well worth your time and the $$ for all the info you get. Plus, if you take it at the factory Oasis center in Gaffney, they'll tell you exactly what's happening....
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-14-2020, 10:24 AM
Replies: 3,372
Views: 1,143,020
Posted By GTobey
I'm with you...Thanks. GT

I'm with you...Thanks. GT
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-08-2020, 03:45 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 20,620
Posted By GTobey
Thanks for the recommendations regarding sewer...

Thanks for the recommendations regarding sewer hose. I'll have to upgrade to that. The beauty of these forums is we can all perform the same tasks in different ways, yet it still gets done. And we...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-07-2020, 11:38 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 20,620
Posted By GTobey
Sorry you have had problems where you live...

Sorry you have had problems where you live causing those mandates.

I've had my system checked a couple times in the 20 years. We opened the lid (old style concrete type) and took a look. We ...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-05-2020, 07:52 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 20,620
Posted By GTobey
I have a properly sized septic system for the...

I have a properly sized septic system for the size house we have, plus we went up to a 1500 gallon instead of the 1000 gallon, so it is 1.5 times the size required.

I have had a septic system...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-02-2020, 07:58 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 20,620
Posted By GTobey
Thank you.

Thank you.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-31-2020, 07:30 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 20,620
Posted By GTobey
Put in my RV Island, with sewer dump via Liberty Pump

When we built a new house to include a garage under it for the Class A, I made sure to include an oversize drainfield (2 more lines than required), and a Liberty Brand sewer pump with a 41 gallon...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-30-2019, 06:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,888
Posted By GTobey
Sounds like a good idea. I'm hoping that this BWD...

Sounds like a good idea. I'm hoping that this BWD part is more robust than the Motorcraft one was. Who knows which will be better? I may make some mods from your suggestion, to see if I can get to...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-28-2019, 05:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,888
Posted By GTobey
Forza Blower Motor Resistor replacement part 2

So now that the dash is almost completely apart, you can be glad that you are ready to replace that pesky resistor! Worst thing about it is that it has the word Motorcraft on it, and must have come...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-28-2019, 05:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,888
Posted By GTobey
Winnebago Forza Blower Motor Resistor replacement

On our way back from the Ark Encounter last week, I noticed while traveling the WV Turnpike that my feet were beginning to get cold. Turning the amount of heat up to a hotter setting had no effect. ...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-10-2019, 09:52 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 18,951
Posted By GTobey
I do. Wouldn't tow without it being on.

I do. Wouldn't tow without it being on.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-27-2019, 10:24 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,113
Posted By GTobey
First of all, I never said diesel exhaust was...

First of all, I never said diesel exhaust was safe. The chemistry is different, however.

Second, 17 year old Duramax diesels never reached 29k psi rail pressure. 18-21k was the max. Cummins has...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-26-2019, 06:12 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,113
Posted By GTobey
I worked 41 years in the diesel fuel injection...

I worked 41 years in the diesel fuel injection industry, working on everything from heavy equipment to trucks to cars, etc. Diesel exhaust is less harmful than gasoline engine exhaust, and the fellow...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-22-2019, 03:33 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 24,610
Posted By GTobey
Love my '05 Liberty 3.7L Sport with only 98k on...

Love my '05 Liberty 3.7L Sport with only 98k on the clock. Tows great, and gets us where we need to go...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-17-2019, 08:45 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 19,924
Posted By GTobey
Simply stated, a synthetic oil such will protect...

Simply stated, a synthetic oil such will protect your engine better against thermal breakdown from high temps, and provide better cold starting and protection from dry starts.

Now, as to oil...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-02-2019, 08:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,136
Posted By GTobey
Fuel filters on my Forza - Freightliner chassis with 6.7L Cummins

I let my fuel level get below 1/2 tank level, then change it out. This stops the continuous gravity feed of fuel from the tank when you remove the filters.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 08-26-2019, 10:30 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 19,924
Posted By GTobey
It's your choice, synthetic or mineral oil, just be sure to get the right type

"CI" is 'C'or compression and 'I' is the spec. The current oil specification that is common is CK. That oil is backwards compatible to all prior engines without exhaust after-treatment. Without...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 08-23-2019, 10:23 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 19,924
Posted By GTobey
Oil Sampling

There are many labs throughout the country that do engine oil, hydraulic, and transmission oil analysis. There is one in Salem Virginia which I use and it's in Carter Machinery which is our local...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 08-20-2019, 08:39 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 19,924
Posted By GTobey
Synthetic oil for your Onan?

So we're back on the debate of synthetic vs mineral oils. In a diesel powered Onan, use whatever oil makes you feel good, just make sure the API spec begins with a 'C' for compression ignition...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 08-11-2019, 03:30 PM
Replies: 507
Views: 98,551
Posted By GTobey
Sure, pulling a full-size Town And Country van on...

Sure, pulling a full-size Town And Country van on a tow dolly with no problem all the way to Alaska and back to Virginia
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 07-04-2019, 06:40 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 11,032
Posted By GTobey
Dittos to your evaluation of the roads in Canada...

Dittos to your evaluation of the roads in Canada and Alaska. We had a great time through Canada riding #1 Hwy smoothly. Alaska wasn't as bad as everyone said, although there were some 10 mile...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-04-2019, 06:31 PM
Replies: 507
Views: 98,551
Posted By GTobey
2005 Jeep Liberty, with BlueOx towbar and...

2005 Jeep Liberty, with BlueOx towbar and baseplate, patriot 2 brake system.
Forum: iRV2 Owners Registry 06-29-2019, 02:43 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 738
Posted By GTobey
Der Diesel Dawg Haus :: 2016 Winnebago Forza

Der Diesel Dawg Haus :: 2016 Winnebago Forza (2019-06-29 20:43:27)
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-29-2019, 09:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,283
Posted By GTobey
Glued on front hardware

I had both hood latches let loose within 4 months of purchasing my Forza. I found that 3m 5200 adhesive worked very well to hold them on. It stays flexible, glues hardware to fiberglass boats, and...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 06-27-2019, 09:04 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,997
Posted By GTobey
Drive the Ram 3500 DRW with the Cummins, drive...

Drive the Ram 3500 DRW with the Cummins, drive the Ford, and make your informed choice. I love my exhaust brake and the torque at lower engine speeds of the Cummins engine. It has been in the Ram...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 06-23-2019, 07:51 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,997
Posted By GTobey
Alaska Adventure

We traveled to Alaska last summer. The Alcan Hwy is not mostly gravel. You do need to know that there are places where they are repairing the roads, and lots of frost heaves that are marked with...
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