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Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 06-22-2020, 07:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,753
Posted By btolle
Really like the bumper!!

Really like the bumper!!
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-05-2020, 09:21 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 10,611
Posted By btolle
Only if you figure a new leveling system in...

Only if you figure a new leveling system in addition to the price of the RV.


Been there, done that, wasted money on repairs and ended up having new system installed.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-07-2019, 06:36 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 12,357
Posted By btolle
That is one advantage of buying a used MH, I...

That is one advantage of buying a used MH, I didn't expect any warranty work and found a good local RV repair shop that does great work at a fair price.

Just one more advantage of being a...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-06-2019, 06:39 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 493
Posted By btolle
2007 34TGA Where is fresh water tank drain

2007 34TGA Where is fresh water tank drain valve?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-02-2019, 03:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,358
Posted By btolle
No idea what old system weighs but the shipping...

No idea what old system weighs but the shipping weight in the Equalizer was 225 pounds but that is according to the freight line and that includes packaging.


I called Jason at Equalizer and...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-30-2019, 08:31 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,358
Posted By btolle
I had the GAMA board installed on my 2007 34TGA...

I had the GAMA board installed on my 2007 34TGA Tiffin and it did work as expected. Unfortunately within a year a couple of the jacks went bad so I did what I should have done in the first place and...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 09-26-2019, 06:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,711
Posted By btolle
"If it works don't fix it!" I can name a...

"If it works don't fix it!"


I can name a couple of times I tried the 'new,better' version and it was worse.


Jeep had a recall on a tailgate latch. Since mine was working I had the service...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 09-17-2019, 04:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,443
Posted By btolle
Good news for Tiffin

"It was just announced today that Winnebago purchased Newmar the deal to close in January 2020."



This will leave Tiffin as the only family owned manufacturer. I doubt it will enhance Newmar...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-14-2019, 01:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,660
Posted By btolle
Might be Quadra I was just guessing since they...

Might be Quadra I was just guessing since they look identical. The Equalizer is a pressure up and pressure down system. No springs involved.
I am just happy to be scrapping the Atwood system.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-11-2019, 08:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,660
Posted By btolle
i fought the Atwood battle for a year and just...

i fought the Atwood battle for a year and just wasted money. Had a jack go out and decided to bite the bullet and replace the entire syatem with hydraulic jack system from Equalizer Systems.
I had...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-16-2019, 08:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,452
Posted By btolle
Looking at your pictures the second pic shows a...

Looking at your pictures the second pic shows a small slide handle or switch on the upper part of the vent where the 'slots' are. It looks like that would be the slide that switches from direct air...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-17-2019, 11:05 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 10,575
Posted By btolle
Found some 200 MPH racers tape at...

Found some 200 MPH racers tape at https://pitstopusa.com/search.html?q=isc+racers+tape

2"x180 feet was 8.97 +14.97 shipping. I ordered yellow tape so I won't get it mixed up with my duct tape.
...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 03-17-2019, 09:58 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 18,842
Posted By btolle
Have driven it in a Jeep and it spectacular...

Have driven it in a Jeep and it spectacular scenery

You can always park the MH in Silverton and drive it on your toad to see for yourself if it is comfortable for you.
A couple of tips:

Have...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 03-16-2019, 08:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,208
Posted By btolle
Have you tried a Grade 8 bolt. Stronger than...

Have you tried a Grade 8 bolt. Stronger than Grade 5 which is 'normal' bolt strength.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-10-2019, 06:27 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,194
Posted By btolle
Run as fast as you can from this dealer! I got...

Run as fast as you can from this dealer!
I got into a similar situation and bought my 2007 Allegro anyway. It was a nightmare all the way and I am still repairing items.
If I could do it over I...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 03-04-2019, 06:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,254
Posted By btolle
If the drain hose hookup point is within a foot...

If the drain hose hookup point is within a foot of the valve I have sprayed silicone lube up the outlet and it 'might' fog up into the valve and lubricate it. Open and close the valve as you spray.
...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 02-18-2019, 06:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 593
Posted By btolle
Sounds like loose or corroded connection See...

Sounds like loose or corroded connection

See if it happens when you hit a pothole or rough spot in the pavement, then have the RV tech ride over the same spot with you and see if he can see what...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 02-07-2019, 08:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,708
Posted By btolle
I would consider attaching a rope to the home...

I would consider attaching a rope to the home built pads to make them easier ro retrieve. Or drill 1/2" holes in the corners to use your awning rod to move them around.

On thing I like about the...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 02-07-2019, 08:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,174
Posted By btolle
They will lie! I went through that with Holiday...

They will lie! I went through that with Holiday World of League City Texas on a used Allegro.

I should have walked the first time I visited but really wanted the RV. If your first instinct is to...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 11-20-2018, 07:27 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,351
Posted By btolle
The brake lines must be bled after any repair. ...

The brake lines must be bled after any repair.

Look for water in the brake fluid. If the brakes got excessively hot the brake fluid may have boiled and will attract moisture.

Unless you are...
Forum: Gulf Stream Owner's Forum 11-20-2018, 07:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,221
Posted By btolle
Had the same problem. Opened service door and...

Had the same problem. Opened service door and found circuit breakers. They did not show any sign of being tripped but were off after shop changed generator oil.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-17-2018, 08:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 759
Posted By btolle
New (sort of) Allegro 34TGA owner

We sold our 28' Allegro class A about a year ago and bought a travel trailer. What a let down that was.

Couple of months ago we bought a 2007 34TGA that needed a little bit of 'trimming out'. As...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-15-2018, 03:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,354
Posted By btolle
My experience with Jeeps let me know that Dawn...

My experience with Jeeps let me know that Dawn dishwashing liquid would take wax off.

I've never had any problems with RV Power Powder doing any damage and I have used to wash 2 different...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-13-2018, 02:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,922
Posted By btolle
Might be a good idea to use blue Loc-Tite on the...

Might be a good idea to use blue Loc-Tite on the set screw to keep it from happening again.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-13-2018, 09:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,354
Posted By btolle
Agreed. But I have some good spray bottles and...

Agreed. But I have some good spray bottles and buy the large size Awesome without the spray head and save money.

This stuff works lot better than 409 or any of the name brand cleaners and costs so...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-11-2018, 08:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,744
Posted By btolle
Thanks for the tip

[QUOTE=Finance;4479120]Sorry to hear about your falls, I've seen these in use, or similar.

https://www.etrailer.com/tv-Demo-Stromberg-Carlson-Accessories-and-Parts-AM-533.aspx

Thank you for the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-11-2018, 07:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 872
Posted By btolle
Our Allegro 34TGA is in the shop now and the...

Our Allegro 34TGA is in the shop now and the flooring is being replaced among other things.

Shop owner has extensive personal as well as professional RV experience. In our case he recommended...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-10-2018, 02:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,130
Posted By btolle
I recently read that Alfa was no longer in...

I recently read that Alfa was no longer in business. You might have trouble getting tech or other support.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-10-2018, 02:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,013
Posted By btolle
We recently purchased out third used Allegro by...

We recently purchased out third used Allegro by Tiffin and wouldn't buy any other brand. Very high quality and great tech support even on older units.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-10-2018, 02:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,354
Posted By btolle
Best cleaner I have found is RV Power Powder. ...

Best cleaner I have found is RV Power Powder.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LNMP08Q/?coliid=IHY1WJVGUGHMZ&colid=BF2LBB5OSQO4&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

Not cheap but small scoop (included) full in...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-10-2018, 02:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 644
Posted By btolle
My 2007 Allegro Open Road 34TGA monitor started...

My 2007 Allegro Open Road 34TGA monitor started acting up so I am in process of having whole camera system changed. New system will be color instead of B&W and has 4 cameras and a quad screen so I...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-07-2018, 03:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,373
Posted By btolle
Phosphoric acid, sold in home improvement and...

Phosphoric acid, sold in home improvement and paint stores converts rust. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phosphate_conversion_coating
and makes a very good 'primer' before painting.

It is used in...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-07-2018, 03:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,483
Posted By btolle
Before you buy RV road service insurance read this!

I signed up for GS Road Service and then read the fine print and noted that it made no reference to motorhome towing. I immediately cancelled.

I double checked my motorhome insurance coverage...
Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 11-04-2018, 08:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,502
Posted By btolle
First RV we had we spent a couple of nights in a...

First RV we had we spent a couple of nights in a nearby state park. Good way to find out we needed while not too far from home.

Don't buy much stuff until you are sure what you want. And stay from...
Forum: New Member Check-In 11-04-2018, 07:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 765
Posted By btolle
Great job! Looks like a lot of hard work. ...

Great job! Looks like a lot of hard work.

Our first RV was a 26' 1986 Allegro and I miss it.

Now have a 2007 Allegro 34' w/3 slides and I am starting to wonder about it. Lots harder to drive...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-28-2018, 09:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,255
Posted By btolle
Talking Scraped the side of our 2007 34TGA against a...

Scraped the side of our 2007 34TGA against a concrete construction barrier on the highway. Probably would cost $2,000 to repair.

Advantage of buying used, it already had a few dings so I am not...
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