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Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 04-11-2023, 05:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,781
Posted By BLE373
Every gasket is replaceable. Clarify : ...

Every gasket is replaceable.
Clarify :
Looks like a flat fiber gasket to seal hydraulic fluid. '
Cap goes over it an applies pressure to gasket.
Is the cap an adjustment?
If it is just a...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-11-2023, 05:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,747
Posted By BLE373
Yes. Amazon has a whole stable of portable...

Yes.
Amazon has a whole stable of portable units. We installed a AC/Heatpump as a supplemental unit. Better than a roof unit.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-11-2023, 05:16 PM
Replies: 14
American Coach: Trans fluid change time?
Views: 1,607
Posted By BLE373
Fluids not Spouses

Most motorhome fluids are designed to have high lubrication properties.
Things like extreme temperatures, pressures and inertial forces are accounted in most product refinements.

No where on the...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-11-2023, 05:02 PM
Replies: 14
American Coach: Trans fluid change time?
Views: 1,607
Posted By BLE373
Thumbs up We purchased used at about the same mileage. ...

We purchased used at about the same mileage. Service chassis and Change ALL fluids. All.
There are a ton of reasons to do it. Could be anything. Exhoust boiling the fluid, over heating, flooded...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 01-26-2023, 06:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,687
Posted By BLE373
Fan Belt Related squeaks, scraping and intermittent.

Well the rotating belt squeal is back on our 07 bounder 35e gas.

NEW belt, Belt tensioner, thermostatic fan clutch and alternator. The tensioner belt seemed to quiet it but it's back.
Wife came...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 11-29-2022, 02:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,687
Posted By BLE373
Might be thermostatic fan?

Might be thermostatic fan. If equipped or thermostat related.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-20-2022, 09:00 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 388
Posted By BLE373
You drive that thing after that? Second one...

You drive that thing after that?

Second one is leaking.

Customer Complains they wish:
Replace all bleeders with NAPA. Drain, Flush refill brake system. Re-bleed. Pressure test system.
...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-19-2022, 01:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 388
Posted By BLE373
Picture this on a brand new Toad.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/xh68ui4i1xec2ty/Screenshot%202022-06-19%20120355.png?dl=0
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-19-2022, 01:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 388
Posted By BLE373
https://www.dropbox.com/s/xh68ui4i1xec2ty/Screensh...

https://www.dropbox.com/s/xh68ui4i1xec2ty/Screenshot%202022-06-19%20120355.png?dl=0
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-18-2022, 11:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 388
Posted By BLE373
Safety Alert: New E-Trailer SS Tow Dolly

First time dolly users. Brand new E-Trailer SS Tow Dolly direct, just delivered and UN-crated. One of 4 bake system bleeders is leaking from brass female hex fitting, not nipple. This is...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-25-2022, 03:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,571
Posted By BLE373
Sure you can paint it. Infact, now that it is...

Sure you can paint it. Infact, now that it is clean is the best time.
Paint?
Same kind that is up there. Stay the same. EPDM + EPDM, Silicone + Silicone.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 05-25-2022, 03:18 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 120
Posted By BLE373
Fleetwood Authorized Service - Redlands

2007 Bounder:
Just had Banks headers installed with crossover at Redlands RV Truck Service center. Redlands CA.
Got shocks, 2 solar panel 12v assists installed. Had a jack straightened, tune up,...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 05-24-2022, 02:25 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,950
Posted By BLE373
07 Fleetwood Bounder W22 Wall flex normal?

Our 2007 Fleetwood Bounder 35E suffers enough interior wall flex during drive that it rubs wall coverings off. When the driveway is on diagonal or uneven pavement.

Does anyone else notice this on...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-08-2022, 12:44 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 11,877
Posted By BLE373
I would make a list together with everyone who...

I would make a list together with everyone who will be RVing in it. Pros vs Cons.
IMHO clears the anxiety. If 5 hours is too much, they CN prices do not seem unreasonable. Maybe better quality...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-05-2022, 05:53 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 11,877
Posted By BLE373
Big items sound good generally. Figure another...

Big items sound good generally. Figure another 20% margin for general maintenance and chassis service. Fluids should look clear. Check wheel seals.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 05-03-2022, 04:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 477
Posted By BLE373
Mod issue?

UOTE=Tjlieb1188;6168215]364373Hi All,

After searching through forums and having no luck with keywords so I broke down for a new post. Dealer went over everything with me but I clearly forgot some...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-03-2022, 04:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 980
Posted By BLE373
A dishwasher pods n the tank and repeat before...

A dishwasher pods n the tank and repeat before each drive. It will soon clear tank sensors.
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 05-03-2022, 03:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,187
Posted By BLE373
Fuse should be located right behind unit by...

Fuse should be located right behind unit by design.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 05-03-2022, 03:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 894
Posted By BLE373
We have an 2007 35E Bounder and it is apparent...

We have an 2007 35E Bounder and it is apparent that our thermostat set to on/auto/ac may have been our auto-start culprit. What do you think?
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-17-2022, 08:19 AM
Replies: 336
Views: 506,287
Posted By BLE373
Have a Service appointment at Redlands Truck &...

Have a Service appointment at Redlands Truck & RV, Relands CA> Let you know how it goes in our 07 Bounder. Needs Header repair/replace, tuneup, shocks, chassis, motor, trans service.
Also like to...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-06-2022, 08:11 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 9,819
Posted By BLE373
Right you are sir. Too close to tow that When...

Right you are sir. Too close to tow that When you up that big you use reserve power every trip. Rest of time? Change the oils.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-17-2022, 04:25 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 21,162
Posted By BLE373
Distilled Battery Water

The types of Distilled water we use is type 2. Battery specific. Type one is lab water $$. We make our own DW. No RO reverse Osmosis water. Label says it all.


Some day my kid will say...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 06-12-2019, 11:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,680
Posted By BLE373
Alarm noise identified. Resolved. Addressed. Finis.

Thank you all who contribute here.
Just so ya know.
Our 07 Bounder W22 35E was plagued by beeping noise somewhere in front of coach interior near cab while in storage.
Turned out to be the stock...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 06-10-2019, 10:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,680
Posted By BLE373
07 Bounder Alarm

2007 Fleetwood bounder workhorse w22 chassis 35E.

Storage check found a slow loud alarm beeping constantly in front interior. Sounds like it’s coming from the overhead speaker. And can’t...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-31-2018, 07:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 703
Posted By BLE373
Rear outboard tire flat in storage?

Thanks for the responses.
We did follow suggestions to inflate, bubble test and look for a shop.


Inflated to 100psi. Valve stem ok. Will check leakage in the AM.


Wonder if tire shops...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-30-2018, 03:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 703
Posted By BLE373
Rear outboard tire flat in storage?

Wonder if anyone had experience with getting a tire repaired/changed out while in storage.
The tires are Michelin 235/80R22 and we just noticed the outboard passenger side tire flat while checking...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-12-2018, 07:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,056
Posted By BLE373
Well we looked local, but no luck. Found all...

Well we looked local, but no luck. Found all three on RVeParts.com with local warehouse shipping. We will be here till Wednesday waiting on the parts.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-12-2018, 11:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,056
Posted By BLE373
Thank you for the encouragement. Took cover...

Thank you for the encouragement.

Took cover off. One black capacitor exploded out the top and melted black lead. The other silver capacitor sustained splash damage. The smallest grey pot looks...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-11-2018, 02:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,056
Posted By BLE373
Spyder, This is the stock Coleman 48058-969 old...

Spyder,
This is the stock Coleman 48058-969 old model number 8534c8797. We are removing cover now and trying to pull a number off the capacitor for replacement.
You saying it can run without it...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-11-2018, 01:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,056
Posted By BLE373
Have not removed cover ourselves yet. Wonder is...

Have not removed cover ourselves yet.
Wonder is the capacitor hard to reach/see/disconnect?
They want to replace the whole unit. Crazy?
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-10-2018, 05:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,056
Posted By BLE373
Coleman stopped blowing cold after wash

Hi all,
Had our baby washed in Phoenix on way to LA. It was 105 outside.
After that the #2 Coleman AC unit:coleman ac 8534c8797 stopped blowing cold.

Symtoms:
Fan runs on all speeds....
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 03-02-2018, 12:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,738
Posted By BLE373
Update

Just a quick update on our water pump sucking air on spring checkup issue.

We had an opportunity to read "Similar Threads" down below (Bless IRV2.com).
One hint was the position of the water...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 02-28-2018, 03:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,738
Posted By BLE373
Hey, Just a heads-up. We got it going as...

Hey,
Just a heads-up. We got it going as intended. Third time was the charm.
Drained tank again and disassembled. Put the winterizing fitting and tube on the pump. Did bucket test. Worked...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 02-28-2018, 06:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,738
Posted By BLE373
Don't think it does because it has a flexible...

Don't think it does because it has a flexible loop length that goes up before connecting to the rigid pemex.
Here is a picture link:...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-27-2018, 07:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,337
Posted By BLE373
We did ours on the 07 Bounder, but they were...

We did ours on the 07 Bounder, but they were direct replacements. These LED bulbs generate a lot of heat and have built in fans. They fit in the original plug and bayonet twisted into the housing. ...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 02-27-2018, 02:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,738
Posted By BLE373
Spring check: water pump sucking air

Our 2007 Bounder 35E is pulling air on spring startup. It runs constant with poor flow and won't cycle on demand.
There are only two fittings and a tee to somewhere (where I don't know) on the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-13-2018, 09:03 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 25,444
Posted By BLE373
We had a Citation TT with the slide over the...

We had a Citation TT with the slide over the wheel wells. Road splash was constantly thrown against the bottom slide seal. THe solution was a simple homemade splash guard.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-13-2018, 08:56 AM
Replies: 467
Views: 98,572
Posted By BLE373
Like lawyers. Cameras keep everyone on the up...

Like lawyers.
Cameras keep everyone on the up and up.
Cameras for everyone, everywhere.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-12-2018, 08:39 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 25,444
Posted By BLE373
Check the slide out roof from the inside while it...

Check the slide out roof from the inside while it is leaking.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-12-2018, 08:36 PM
Replies: 467
Views: 98,572
Posted By BLE373
Go on Youtube and search for unauthorized vehicle...

Go on Youtube and search for unauthorized vehicle stops.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 01-12-2018, 08:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,342
Posted By BLE373
We use the 2 calcium chloride tubs with good...

We use the 2 calcium chloride tubs with good results.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-12-2018, 07:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,321
Posted By BLE373
Turbopilot, Interested in your setup. We...

Turbopilot,

Interested in your setup. We have been wondering how to do just what you accomplished, but without much luck.
Very interested in components you listed:
Verizon Wireless SIM & WiFi...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-07-2017, 08:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,676
Posted By BLE373
All great insights. We sampled all current and...

All great insights. We sampled all current and historic advice and did our own research.
We contacted Wholesale Warranties and got quotes for their Top of Line Maximum 3 year plan for $6291,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-05-2017, 07:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,676
Posted By BLE373
Is THE GS Extended Service Plan worth it.

We keep getting advertisements for THE GS Extended Service Plan. Is it worth it?
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 12-04-2017, 07:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 843
Posted By BLE373
What sealant for satellite roof screws?

Installing a Weingard G2 Plus and wonder what is "recommended sealant" for the screws and coax entry holes?
Does anyone recall what Fleetwood recommends????
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 10-01-2017, 09:21 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,104
Posted By BLE373
2017 Trip left Broken Leaf Spring - W22

Just returned from Simi Valley, California. We loved the people and climate and beach.
Our first stop was Phoenix AZ. We really like Phoenix and decided to sell the home and everything we own...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 10-01-2017, 07:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,636
Posted By BLE373
Oemy's has them again. Just call.

Oemy's has them again. Just call.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-02-2017, 07:53 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 11,455
Posted By BLE373
Yes. We own a 2014 MKX and flat tow. It is not...

Yes.
We own a 2014 MKX and flat tow. It is not related to any aftermarket item or work. What you describe is a normal MKX system response to "key left inside vehicle" condition.
This is not to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-22-2017, 06:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 992
Posted By BLE373
Thanks for the replies. Finally got a Winegard...

Thanks for the replies.
Finally got a Winegard call back by leaving a message with the correct dish model. Seems we have RM-DM46 dish and it will work with the DirectTV H42 with proper settings and...
Forum: Just Conversation 08-21-2017, 05:43 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 15,349
Posted By BLE373
Everything happens in cycles.

Everything happens in cycles.
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