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Forum: Damon 10-28-2021, 06:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,110
Posted By Charlie 5320
Might be a bad rocker switch. I had one of those...

Might be a bad rocker switch. I had one of those go bad on a 95 Challenger several years ago.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 08-09-2021, 04:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,924
Posted By Charlie 5320
If you're talking about a cable hoist for a...

If you're talking about a cable hoist for a spare, GM used them for years on their pick up trucks.
Forum: Damon 07-24-2021, 03:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,477
Posted By Charlie 5320
No need to have 2 fuses for the same circuit.

No need to have 2 fuses for the same circuit.
Forum: Damon 07-15-2021, 06:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 16,270
Posted By Charlie 5320
Suggest that YOU look at the date of the posts...

Suggest that YOU look at the date of the posts that you reading. This post is 13 years old and the OP is long gone.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-30-2021, 10:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 582
Posted By Charlie 5320
If you had 30 inches of vacuum, that's quite...

If you had 30 inches of vacuum, that's quite different than 30 lbs of pressure. If it held a good low vacuum then it should be ok. Most all systems have a low pressure cut out switch to protect the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-29-2021, 08:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 582
Posted By Charlie 5320
If you put air in there to leak check you just...

If you put air in there to leak check you just ruined the drier, and if you didn't replace it to begin with, it needs replaced after the system has been opened. You either use nitrogen or put the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-19-2021, 08:55 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,096
Posted By Charlie 5320
Don't try driving yourself in Illinois, they...

Don't try driving yourself in Illinois, they check the person that drove you to the DMV to make sure they have the correct license.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 05-18-2021, 10:16 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 398
Posted By Charlie 5320
My buddy has a 96 Storm this way. Just wire up...

My buddy has a 96 Storm this way. Just wire up the tach the old way. +,-, and distributor, should be easy enough.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-23-2021, 09:24 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,489
Posted By Charlie 5320
I put Yokohamas on my Dolphin, and liked them...

I put Yokohamas on my Dolphin, and liked them very well. That was a few years ago though. Tire prices looks to have went through the roof.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-23-2021, 09:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 780
Posted By Charlie 5320
I used Yokohama when I replace the tires on my...

I used Yokohama when I replace the tires on my Dolphin a few years ago. I see the price has almost doubled in that time frame. I carried an unmounted tire in the belly of the coach, just in case....
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-20-2021, 04:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,169
Posted By Charlie 5320
I would take it off and take it to O'Reilley auto...

I would take it off and take it to O'Reilley auto parts and see if they may have it. They had one for my 95 Challenger 10 years ago. Surprised me. They have had every thing I've needed or was able to...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-20-2021, 03:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,101
Posted By Charlie 5320
I ran the Bridgestone R187 several years ago,...

I ran the Bridgestone R187 several years ago, never had any problems with them. They were balanced with lead weights. The last couple coachs I've owned the tires have been balanced with beads. The...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-19-2021, 11:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 692
Posted By Charlie 5320
I always used a weight distribution hitch when I...

I always used a weight distribution hitch when I pulled my race car and golf car with my MH. The thing you have to verify that the frame on the MH is sound enough to do so. I've pulled with 4...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-16-2021, 09:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,651
Posted By Charlie 5320
Ebay, free shipping. 3" in 3" out.

Ebay, free shipping. 3" in 3" out.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-14-2021, 09:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,651
Posted By Charlie 5320
I'm sorry, I paid $115.08 each for mine with FREE...

I'm sorry, I paid $115.08 each for mine with FREE shipping.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-13-2021, 09:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,651
Posted By Charlie 5320
Go look on Ebay for the Walker quiet SS mufflers....

Go look on Ebay for the Walker quiet SS mufflers. Can't beat the price and mine had free shipping. They were less than 1/2 price.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-10-2021, 07:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,912
Posted By Charlie 5320
When looking at the salvage yard, look for a...

When looking at the salvage yard, look for a conversion van. The second row seats are usually in very good condition and are not used much. Some of the more expensive vans used some top of the line...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-09-2021, 04:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,651
Posted By Charlie 5320
The PO of my Challenger put on a set of Hooker...

The PO of my Challenger put on a set of Hooker free flowing mufflers. I took it on a couple runs and just had to take them OFF. I'm not a young man anymore and don't like the noise at all. My son in...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-04-2021, 07:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,379
Posted By Charlie 5320
Yep, me too. I'd just about bet the nut will...

Yep, me too. I'd just about bet the nut will strip or the tie rod will break before reaching that 300 ft lb torque rating. I'd look else where for the info for sure.
Forum: Damon 04-04-2021, 06:32 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 12,146
Posted By Charlie 5320
I replaced my Dolphin with another 96 Challenger...

I replaced my Dolphin with another 96 Challenger 313. This one is a better size for me. Bought it in 2019 and put a couple thousand miles on it. Lucky to still be here as the PO replaced the ball...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-02-2021, 08:52 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 19,152
Posted By Charlie 5320
In Illinois you need a class B over 26001 and if...

In Illinois you need a class B over 26001 and if it has air brakes you have to take the test on air brakes, and have the endorsement. Then do a road test, and ya better have someone drive ya to the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-01-2021, 10:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,244
Posted By Charlie 5320
I live in Illinois and recommend getting a bill...

I live in Illinois and recommend getting a bill of sale also. With the date, serial number and price paid. I bought a coach several years ago way below book. When I went to the DMV to get it...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 03-05-2021, 02:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 592
Posted By Charlie 5320
Try one of those kits they sell for headlights....

Try one of those kits they sell for headlights. Might work as well as it does for headlights.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 03-05-2021, 11:58 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,848
Posted By Charlie 5320
I would V that crack out an weld ur back up. The...

I would V that crack out an weld ur back up. The springs you are buying, are they designed to be used with or without the air springs? Just make sure they are installed in the pocket like they are...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 03-02-2021, 03:42 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,980
Posted By Charlie 5320
May be but, I didn't like much about the coach....

May be but, I didn't like much about the coach. Was too big for me anyways, but it's what the wife wanted. After she passed I sold it and bought one that suited me, and put 2/3 of my cash back in the...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-25-2021, 09:42 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,549
Posted By Charlie 5320
Well maybe so BUT, NOT everybody can get the most...

Well maybe so BUT, NOT everybody can get the most high tech equipment out there. I had a 2008 surge disc brake trailer and it stopped just fine. I have a 2007 22 ft snowmobile trailer with electric...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-24-2021, 02:16 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,549
Posted By Charlie 5320
I disagree with you completely. Surge brakes are...

I disagree with you completely. Surge brakes are hydraulic and have MORE stopping power than electric until they lock up the wheels. And the wheels WILL lock up if you jam on the breaks on the tow...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 02-24-2021, 02:03 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,980
Posted By Charlie 5320
Naw, it was a ball joint, drivers side. That is...

Naw, it was a ball joint, drivers side. That is the caliper directly behind it.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 02-24-2021, 10:52 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,980
Posted By Charlie 5320
If adjusting just the toe made that much...

If adjusting just the toe made that much difference driving, don't seem possible unless it was way off. I don't think changing the alignment will fix drivability during windy conditions. I just...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 02-22-2021, 06:23 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,980
Posted By Charlie 5320
My w22 was a pretty low mileage coach. It had a...

My w22 was a pretty low mileage coach. It had a super steering stabilizer on it when I bought it. The PO had 115 lbs air in the tires on my trip home, and it rode like a log wagon. Wasn't satisfied...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 02-21-2021, 11:09 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,980
Posted By Charlie 5320
They didn't do what YOU wanted, they shouldn't...

They didn't do what YOU wanted, they shouldn't have charged you a dime. THEY made a mistake, and they should have ate the mistake. I changed the shims on my 03 Dolphin myself in the drive way, made a...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 02-15-2021, 04:39 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,848
Posted By Charlie 5320
I called moog directly to get the part numbers...

I called moog directly to get the part numbers for my ball joints. The cheapest I found them was from Walmart, 1/2 of what a lot of others wanted for the same part. I'd remove the springs and weld up...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 02-15-2021, 01:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,034
Posted By Charlie 5320
I carried an unmounted spare in my 2003 Dolphin...

I carried an unmounted spare in my 2003 Dolphin 5320 when I owned it. I carried the wheel in one of the bays upfront drivers side. Don't think I could have handled a mounted spare anyways.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-15-2021, 12:53 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,549
Posted By Charlie 5320
They do make an all aluminum enclosed trailer,...

They do make an all aluminum enclosed trailer, that would be strong, yet light enough to do the job. Don't know if ya could haul them both at the same time, but that would be the way to go. Cheap?...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-11-2021, 07:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,011
Posted By Charlie 5320
It may be even worse if you have an out of town...

It may be even worse if you have an out of town buyer. Most lending institutions take a while to provide the title. Cash buyers want the title when payment is made, don't blame them either. You might...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-04-2021, 09:23 AM
Replies: 272
Views: 22,415
Posted By Charlie 5320
Internal Circuit Board fault Steady on, no...

Internal Circuit Board fault Steady on, no flashing

Limit switch/Airflow problems 1 flash with 3-second pause

Flame Sense fault 2 flashes with 3-second pause

Ignition Lockout Fault 3 flashes...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-03-2021, 12:58 PM
Replies: 272
Views: 22,415
Posted By Charlie 5320
Send me a pm or email if I don't get on in the...

Send me a pm or email if I don't get on in the morning. You can do this.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-03-2021, 12:52 PM
Replies: 272
Views: 22,415
Posted By Charlie 5320
You can do it !! Start the furnace and watch the...

You can do it !! Start the furnace and watch the flame where the sparker rod is. It HAS to be in the flame to work correctly. Should be a green screw on the board, make sure there is a wire from...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-03-2021, 11:44 AM
Replies: 272
Views: 22,415
Posted By Charlie 5320
OK the furnace is going OFF on a safety. There is...

OK the furnace is going OFF on a safety. There is 3 things that can cause this. Motor slowing down when it gets warm, there for the sail switch will open, and shut the furnace down, goes thru a...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-03-2021, 11:27 AM
Replies: 272
Views: 22,415
Posted By Charlie 5320
Do you have the manual that came with the coach?...

Do you have the manual that came with the coach? Should be in there how to do a setup. It does sound like the furnace input back to the system is causing the problem. I would think the dip switches...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-03-2021, 11:21 AM
Replies: 272
Views: 22,415
Posted By Charlie 5320
Ok, sounds like the furnace is going out on a...

Ok, sounds like the furnace is going out on a safety circuit. Does it lite and work right ever? To test the sail switch, you will need a meter. On a call for heat, the blower should start, makes the...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-03-2021, 10:55 AM
Replies: 272
Views: 22,415
Posted By Charlie 5320
Good comment, being this is a new coach, the...

Good comment, being this is a new coach, the setup could be where the problem is. Problem is, when he took the coach back for repair they just thru a new control board on it and let it go. Parts...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-03-2021, 10:49 AM
Replies: 272
Views: 22,415
Posted By Charlie 5320
With out seeing the schematic for the system,...

With out seeing the schematic for the system, it's just a guess, but. The heat pump is supposed to run first on most systems and IF it can't satisfy the call for heat in a length of time, the gas...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-03-2021, 10:20 AM
Replies: 272
Views: 22,415
Posted By Charlie 5320
And you would be wasting your time and their...

And you would be wasting your time and their time. I've been in the HVAC field for 30 years and can't tell him where the problem is with out seeing the furnace. I would know where the problem is by...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 01-31-2021, 07:46 PM
Replies: 272
Views: 22,415
Posted By Charlie 5320
You need to know the sequence of operation. It...

You need to know the sequence of operation. It was in one of the earlier posts. You need a volt meter to check this out yourself. All the system does is call for heat, makes a switch between the r...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-08-2020, 06:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,154
Posted By Charlie 5320
Some generators DO have a battery charger circuit...

Some generators DO have a battery charger circuit built in. One thing is depending on how old the unit is, if it is capable of producing 240 volts ac. It may be only 120 volts capable. Might be only...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-08-2020, 12:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,755
Posted By Charlie 5320
I bought a kubota tractor a couple years ago,...

I bought a kubota tractor a couple years ago, never had a diesel before so didn't know anything about them. I will tell you that algae will grow whether the tank is full or other wise, in the right...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-17-2020, 01:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 487
Posted By Charlie 5320
Doubt very much you have a P30, as that is a GM...

Doubt very much you have a P30, as that is a GM chassis. Nothing wrong with the 440, they were actually pretty good engines, and probably a 727 trans. I would change over to the 19.5 wheels for sure....
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 11-15-2020, 08:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 732
Posted By Charlie 5320
Never had one that new, but on every coach I've...

Never had one that new, but on every coach I've owned , the dash is controlled by vacuum. Look under the hood for a holding tank won't be very big, usually black plastic. Make sure the little hose is...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-06-2020, 03:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,194
Posted By Charlie 5320
I used a couple floor jacks and 2x6s to remove...

I used a couple floor jacks and 2x6s to remove the ones in the past. I've had a couple down over the years to reinforce the frame for towing and replaced all the fuel lines while they were down.
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