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Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-16-2023, 05:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,700
Posted By lockinload
Well...as long as we are on the subject. I...

Well...as long as we are on the subject. I bought a travel trailer and am going through some of the functions. Furnace turns on, blows hot air for about 5 to 10 minutes than shuts off. I turn the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-14-2022, 05:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,576
Posted By lockinload
Trip to Wyoming in 2020 with gust to 60mph. Rv...

Trip to Wyoming in 2020 with gust to 60mph. Rv handled it but I was exhausted by the time I got to Casper. Only had another 30 miles to my fishing spot but I stayed in a Walmart parking lot. 30...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-07-2021, 06:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,191
Posted By lockinload
My apologies, Note to self: don't drink and post.

My apologies, Note to self: don't drink and post.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-06-2021, 06:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,191
Posted By lockinload
Not a question for class A owners. What's a dog...

Not a question for class A owners. What's a dog house?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-26-2021, 03:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,733
Posted By lockinload
Curious where this property is?

Curious where this property is?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-23-2021, 06:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 398
Posted By lockinload
Dang, brand spanking new RV? This happened when ...

Dang, brand spanking new RV? This happened when you put the jacks down? The reservoir should be losing fluid not gaining? Is the first time you have used the jacks?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-18-2021, 07:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,813
Posted By lockinload
This post is pretty accurate. Most of the...

This post is pretty accurate.

Most of the urethanes today have a very fast cure rate, 30 minutes. In the auto side of the glass business, the drive away time is because of the potential of an...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-09-2021, 05:41 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 12,539
Posted By lockinload
Fast chargers( Level 3 charging system), which...

Fast chargers( Level 3 charging system), which are on the commercial side, are 440. I can assure you that when the day comes that a 40ft RV is electric it will require 440 minimum, or wait a few...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-08-2021, 05:59 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 12,539
Posted By lockinload
Dang, talk about pie in the sky thinking. Unless...

Dang, talk about pie in the sky thinking. Unless you are in your 30s, you will not see that day. Just out of curiosity, what type of battery system do you envision for a 40ft RV? What will your...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-08-2021, 05:42 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 12,539
Posted By lockinload
Too bad others can't realize that. That said,...

Too bad others can't realize that. That said, where I'm at, diesel has remained below regular prices. I can get diesel for $3.15 while regular is at $3.35 but I fear what is coming down the pike. ...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-08-2021, 05:29 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 12,539
Posted By lockinload
OP says thank you. I ditched my own thread...

OP says thank you. I ditched my own thread awhile ago, glad I came back and found this post.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 07-04-2021, 06:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,319
Posted By lockinload
A diesel will be superior in most aspects of your...

A diesel will be superior in most aspects of your inquiry but based on another thread, MPG is a non issue, or to paraphrase, the cost of fuel is, which by definition is the same thing.

I can...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-04-2021, 06:24 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 12,539
Posted By lockinload
I agree with supply and demand but should you cut...

I agree with supply and demand but should you cut off the supply the economy is not a factor...other than the demand side of it. Interesting that you only see the demand side of the equation.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-04-2021, 05:05 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 12,539
Posted By lockinload
Oh I remember diesel at 3.89 plus, in Idaho, that...

Oh I remember diesel at 3.89 plus, in Idaho, that was about 5 years ago. If only there was a common denominator?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-04-2021, 04:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,273
Posted By lockinload
Not the OP here but that was what I did, replaced...

Not the OP here but that was what I did, replaced the GFI next to my sink and it didn't fix the problem and now I find out it may not be a problem after all. Be curious to hear back from OP and see...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-04-2021, 04:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,273
Posted By lockinload
I did not know that. Hasn't been a problem that...

I did not know that. Hasn't been a problem that really bothered me, hence the procrastination of looking at my inverter. May I check that off my To Do list?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-04-2021, 04:15 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 12,539
Posted By lockinload
Not everyone has a half a million to drop on a...

Not everyone has a half a million to drop on a new RV and Toad but good for you, that you can.

I retired a year ago and am comfortable, have a new bass boat and a drift boat for fly fishing,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-04-2021, 01:12 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 12,539
Posted By lockinload
My thread seems to have struck a nerve with some...

My thread seems to have struck a nerve with some of you. Maybe I should have re-phrased it a little. First off, my travel plans have not changed but the direction we're headed, it could. So let me...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-04-2021, 01:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,273
Posted By lockinload
I have the same exact same issue on my Tradewinds...

I have the same exact same issue on my Tradewinds but only when I'm using my inverter. If I am plugged to shore power the plugs work. I assume the problem lies at my inverter and how it was hooked...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-03-2021, 08:10 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 12,539
Posted By lockinload
Well at least you are honest about shopping fuel...

Well at least you are honest about shopping fuel prices.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-03-2021, 05:01 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 12,539
Posted By lockinload
What effect do diesel prices have on your travel plans

Up over 50% here in Colorado since last year. Have gone from 20 cents a mile to 33 cents. If it keeps climbing, my travel plans will change. That said, I'm not a full timer but pretty sure it has...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-02-2021, 01:53 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,917
Posted By lockinload
Upon further review of those pics, you have way...

Upon further review of those pics, you have way more than a few inches popped. The gasket is H shaped and fits over the pinch weld and then over the glass. Generally we would put the gasket on the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-02-2021, 01:46 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,917
Posted By lockinload
You don't need to take the glass out, it's 99%...

You don't need to take the glass out, it's 99% in. You need to pry that rubber gasket back on to the glass. You can do it. Start inside and work that gasket with a fiber stick. Once you get the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-02-2021, 08:20 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,917
Posted By lockinload
If you look at the glass from the inside, does it...

If you look at the glass from the inside, does it appear that it is in the gasket or not? If the glass is in the gasket on the inside you may be able to fix it yourself.

We use a bone or fiber...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-27-2021, 06:55 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,917
Posted By lockinload
Can't replace the gasket without pulling both...

Can't replace the gasket without pulling both windshields. It's going to get pricey. There is always the chance of the top sagging and making it difficult to get the glass back in.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-25-2021, 06:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,659
Posted By lockinload
I have parked my RV on city streets before. ...

I have parked my RV on city streets before. Nothing illegal about it. If you're just looking to crash for the night, find a residential neighborhood and park on the street.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-23-2021, 08:32 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,220
Posted By lockinload
Why is it called that?

Why is it called that?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-23-2021, 08:12 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,220
Posted By lockinload
Yeah, didn't cost me anything but my time and yet...

Yeah, didn't cost me anything but my time and yet I gained knowledge.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-23-2021, 07:37 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,220
Posted By lockinload
Boy do I feel stupid, update from other thread

I had a thread about losing all my DC power to my coach. I had pulled my fuse panel and was testing various components and finally got the schematics from the manufacturer. As I was reading the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-21-2021, 05:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,278
Posted By lockinload
Plan B is always a book of matches. :)

Plan B is always a book of matches. :)
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-18-2021, 04:50 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,220
Posted By lockinload
I've been waiting for you to come along Twinboat,...

I've been waiting for you to come along Twinboat, I trust your experience. Not sure how to test some of this stuff on the chassis of this circuit board and would really like to know what this black...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-18-2021, 03:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,220
Posted By lockinload
I think that is for jumping my house batteries...

I think that is for jumping my house batteries for a start if my chassis battery goes bad. I don't understand why a solenoid would even be used anywhere else though. A relay maybe. I've ruled that...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-18-2021, 01:00 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,925
Posted By lockinload
Someone can correct me if I am wrong but I...

Someone can correct me if I am wrong but I believe the distance from the axle to the rear, divide by 3, is how much swing you can have at the sharpest turn.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-18-2021, 12:54 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,220
Posted By lockinload
So I have pulled the panel and the solenoid has...

So I have pulled the panel and the solenoid has both the chassis and the house side connected to it. Could that thing be working on one side? I don't think so. There is also a power wire that runs...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-18-2021, 11:32 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,220
Posted By lockinload
I found the solenoid and it's buried in there. ...

I found the solenoid and it's buried in there. Will have to pull the panel. No doubt that is the problem. Love you guys.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-18-2021, 10:35 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,220
Posted By lockinload
GetAttachmentThumbnail.jpg...

GetAttachmentThumbnail.jpg (https://www.irv2.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=332601&stc=1&d=1624034007)


Haven't posted a pic here before, not sure if this is correct
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-18-2021, 09:41 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,220
Posted By lockinload
Any chance that solenoid is on the board itself? ...

Any chance that solenoid is on the board itself? There is something plugged into the board. I'll take a picture of it. I don't think it is a relay but it could be. Not sure what it is, but it is...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-18-2021, 09:37 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,220
Posted By lockinload
I tested each battery individually and they were...

I tested each battery individually and they were all 6.5 volts and across they were 12.8 so it's not the batteries and yes I agree that it is not the converter. I have not tested the continuity but...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-18-2021, 06:20 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,220
Posted By lockinload
I have a battery disconnect on the chassis...

I have a battery disconnect on the chassis battery only at least to my knowledge. I think I have some schematics to the electrical system somewhere. I need to find where the hot lead to the fuse...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-17-2021, 04:02 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,220
Posted By lockinload
Lost all DC power to coach

Just returned from a 5 day trip to the upper Colorado river, boondocking and floating/fishing the river...Awesome time.

Woke up Monday morning and had zero DC power anywhere in the coach. ...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-07-2021, 11:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 475
Posted By lockinload
Thank you "old wise one" I think I remember...

Thank you "old wise one" I think I remember another post that you had suggested this fix to someone else but I didn't understand it. The dang thing is siphoning, I thought it was just sloshing. ...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-07-2021, 07:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 475
Posted By lockinload
Why does my overflow valve

dump water when I'm driving? Not sure how that valve works per se and not very easy to get to but I can lose 25% of my water after a fill up.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-31-2021, 05:48 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,555
Posted By lockinload
I have never understood why they haven't had...

I have never understood why they haven't had diesels in the econoline chassis on the class Bs.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-31-2021, 05:40 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 18,915
Posted By lockinload
You need a 2000 watt generator, it will run 6...

You need a 2000 watt generator, it will run 6 hours on a gallon of gas, keep your bats topped off and supply you with all the amp hours you need...less AC. The Predators are good little units and...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-29-2021, 06:07 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,732
Posted By lockinload
Were you blown over when you took that pic? I...

Were you blown over when you took that pic? I couldn't resist.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-23-2021, 06:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,321
Posted By lockinload
I get 9 to 10 and I'm generally towing. I'm also...

I get 9 to 10 and I'm generally towing. I'm also going over lots of mt passes so that is pretty darn good. Better than my last MH with a 454 gas.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-21-2021, 06:37 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 16,204
Posted By lockinload
https://www.amazon.com/Collision-Crash-Wrap-Self-a...

https://www.amazon.com/Collision-Crash-Wrap-Self-adhering-Inhibitor/dp/B010RBM6CG


FYI this what the stuff is.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-21-2021, 06:35 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 16,204
Posted By lockinload
10K for that? Holy crapola. Here's...

10K for that? Holy crapola.



Here's what you do. Call around to the parts stores and ask for "crash wrap".
It comes in rolls and will adhere to that no problem. I actually use it for my...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-20-2021, 06:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,715
Posted By lockinload
If that pic is a piece of the molding around your...

If that pic is a piece of the molding around your windshield, then your glass is glued in and not a gasket. You can get some urethane and pump it under the part that is lifting, tape it down until...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-14-2021, 06:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,674
Posted By lockinload
Learn to boondock. Also there is a difference...

Learn to boondock. Also there is a difference between camp sites and RV sites. That said, I live in the west and there is a ton of BLM and Forest service areas to rely on. If I had to spend more...
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