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Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-09-2012, 06:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,801
Posted By footdoc
I just drove a C max today...a very nice solid...

I just drove a C max today...a very nice solid smooth car....it was very roomy in front and was very sporty and quick...my only complaint was the angle I had to keep my foot at for the pedals.....I'm...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-25-2012, 03:14 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,644
Posted By footdoc
If you like your coach too....I'd take everything...

If you like your coach too....I'd take everything west....hurricanes are NO fun in anything....especially at that category.....don't ask me how I know...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-24-2012, 07:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,058
Posted By footdoc
Is that Essex Electronics that went under??? ...

Is that Essex Electronics that went under???
They were good to deal with and when I upgraded to the 1700 keypad 4 years ago my problems disappeared......so far!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-24-2012, 07:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,065
Posted By footdoc
I got a great refi rate at Bank of America...call...

I got a great refi rate at Bank of America...call Dana at 727-543-0700 (tel:727-543-0700)
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-23-2012, 07:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,222
Posted By footdoc
I replaced my NoCold with a 22CF Whirlpool...the...

I replaced my NoCold with a 22CF Whirlpool...the major size difference is about 3" in height and 4" in depth...the width is almost the same..our cabinet space was heightened and 4" additional wood...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-16-2012, 06:54 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,715
Posted By footdoc
I have an Accutrac III and can set up IN THE DARK...

I have an Accutrac III and can set up IN THE DARK with >90 signal in just a few minutes...One meter screen shows both the 101 and 99 birds at the same time....if you tune to get max signal on both of...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-14-2012, 07:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,055
Posted By footdoc
After studying my options, I replaced my 4 GC...

After studying my options, I replaced my 4 GC batts with Sams Duracells for $320 plus tax..only 4 months ago but I think they will be fine for years...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-23-2012, 07:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,506
Posted By footdoc
I messed up my Hughes 50A by backfeeding it when...

I messed up my Hughes 50A by backfeeding it when I installed it in the bay...got the input and output connections reversed, so it didn't work right after that..:banghead:..
I am NOT an electrician...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-17-2012, 06:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 865
Posted By footdoc
It IS normal for the exterior fans to stop when...

It IS normal for the exterior fans to stop when the door is open....and it's also normal to dump the original NOcold when it becomes a money pit and fire bomb...I'm sure glad I did!!!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-17-2012, 02:40 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 21,152
Posted By footdoc
Just put a screwdriver or drill to them....they...

Just put a screwdriver or drill to them....they will be destroyed by removing anyway
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-16-2012, 09:40 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,438
Posted By footdoc
It depends where you live....I had an indoor...

It depends where you live....I had an indoor private garage...all closed in tight with NO ventilation or AC....In Mobile, AL in the summer the garage temp NEVER dipped below 90 degrees at...
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-12-2012, 07:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 934
Posted By footdoc
coolant leak

my isl with 33K miles dropped about a 10" puddle of coolant after pulling it into the garage...I had the dash AC on and thought and hoped it was condensate, but it's red and slimy...
I looked...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-09-2012, 06:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,118
Posted By footdoc
My Smartwheel controller is in the compartment in...

My Smartwheel controller is in the compartment in front of the LF wheel...where the 12V panels are...changing out the controlled is EXTREMELY easy...takes about 2 min...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-07-2012, 01:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,580
Posted By footdoc
I just went through the same dilemma....If I...

I just went through the same dilemma....If I changed to the 295 tires, I'd give up ALOT of carrying capacity....the 305s are load range L and are rated about 7700 lbs as a single tire....I like...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-07-2012, 01:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,273
Posted By footdoc
Not sure how to fix your problem IF your coach...

Not sure how to fix your problem IF your coach rear doesn't drop a big bunch....
there shoulc be no more than 4" height difference from the receiver to the toad baseplate...more than that stresses...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-02-2012, 11:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 758
Posted By footdoc
access to tanks

on my 06 4304? I have the outside tv and maybe want to get the see level system..
will the new monitor panel directly swap for mine?
how do I access gray and black tanks? Is it more trouble than...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 08-31-2012, 07:52 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,341
Posted By footdoc
I recently got the Verizon Mifi 3g and it works...

I recently got the Verizon Mifi 3g and it works fine in the piney woods of Alabama and Georgia....I have a full signal 100 miles straight north of Mobile...boonies everywhere..download speed of...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-31-2012, 02:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,211
Posted By footdoc
I have 33K miles....it's been a great coach with...

I have 33K miles....it's been a great coach with below normal out of the box fix up issues....it took about a year to get it all ironed out...plus I added quite a few options, like dumping the NOcold...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 08-31-2012, 01:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,334
Posted By footdoc
Definitely a problem! You should not have to go...

Definitely a problem! You should not have to go through a song and dance routine..just start, "store" and in 5-8 min, the jacks should be up and your air system at 120..
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-31-2012, 01:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,211
Posted By footdoc
Mine is an 06 4304 Mountain Aire....never have...

Mine is an 06 4304 Mountain Aire....never have driven Comfort Drive, but was wishing I had it UNTIL....I got new tires and had the front end aligned....it now drives like it's on rails and if you...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-28-2012, 07:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,768
Posted By footdoc
I think the problem is that even if your inverter...

I think the problem is that even if your inverter is off, you are likely passing through the inverter to the appliances on certain or all recepticles....I think the inverter has a 30 amp...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 08-19-2012, 02:09 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,008
Posted By footdoc
If you go out in the sticks with trees, etc I...

If you go out in the sticks with trees, etc I HIGHLY recommend you get a portable dish set up and about 150 feet of cable to find a hole in the trees...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-18-2012, 07:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,249
Posted By footdoc
The MS2812 is an excellent choice to replace a...

The MS2812 is an excellent choice to replace a Magnum 2000 MSW inverter...I swapped mine and it was a direct wire for wire swapout....EVERYTHING works on a PSW inverter, rather than 'most' things
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-18-2012, 08:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,686
Posted By footdoc
From what I've read, it's NOT a simple job to add...

From what I've read, it's NOT a simple job to add gas...a new port needs to be soldered/welded into the system before a recharge...probably a several hundred dollar job itself!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-18-2012, 08:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,133
Posted By footdoc
Mountain Aire Drivers side shade

is dead...what is the best way to trouble shoot? I can't get an answer from Newmar where the fuse would be...I have a multimeter but don't want to remove the assy from overhead unless necessary as...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-12-2012, 10:15 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 11,737
Posted By footdoc
Cool pix... The front cap looks like it has a...

Cool pix...
The front cap looks like it has a real grill, but you have a DP ! ??
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-12-2012, 10:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,268
Posted By footdoc
If you upgrade from a mediocre Sony flatscreen to...

If you upgrade from a mediocre Sony flatscreen to a larger HD tv, how would that look with a 40 ish tv...I don't think HD is routed to that or the bedroom tvs
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 08-04-2012, 07:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,592
Posted By footdoc
I had a similar problem and ended up with a...

I had a similar problem and ended up with a Walmart $10 bath mat....problem solved..
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-02-2012, 07:44 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,180
Posted By footdoc
Why.???? because it's MUCH better for me to NOT...

Why.???? because it's MUCH better for me to NOT have the engine brake apply every time I want to slow down....I'm not going to wear out my brakes and DO want them to work when I need them...don't...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-31-2012, 07:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 13,675
Posted By footdoc
There are surprisingly few screws holding the...

There are surprisingly few screws holding the couch to the floor...I think mine had maybe 6-8.
There also will be seat belt bolts that go through the floor to hold the attachment points..they need...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-28-2012, 08:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,338
Posted By footdoc
afrank Please keep us all informed of your...

afrank
Please keep us all informed of your results...most of us Honda lovers are not as brave as you even if we agree with your thoughts
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-22-2012, 07:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,087
Posted By footdoc
yes, those fobs...I don't remember all the...

yes, those fobs...I don't remember all the specifics but my keyless entry programming button is behind the instrument cluster....there is a push button connected to a loose wire that is used for...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-22-2012, 03:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,087
Posted By footdoc
I think we are talking about the same....I had a...

I think we are talking about the same....I had a similar gremlin...my doors and baggage doors would lock, horn would honk and the lights would flash as if someone hit the remote...alot of times while...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-17-2012, 05:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,048
Posted By footdoc
You might want to recalibrate the sensor in the...

You might want to recalibrate the sensor in the tank...different methods to do this depending on the type
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-16-2012, 06:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,378
Posted By footdoc
Great link....thanks

Great link....thanks
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-15-2012, 08:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,378
Posted By footdoc
007....that's it...thanks!

007....that's it...thanks!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-15-2012, 02:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,378
Posted By footdoc
Dometic Penguin AC

Is there a rooftop access panel to get to my evaporator coils to check/clean?..I have a ducted system...and haven't been able to see any diagram for it...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 07-14-2012, 10:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,497
Posted By footdoc
I've had similar experience with...

I've had similar experience with Progressive...but with ZERO claims ever.....
Now I know why they are called Progressive...and my ex insurer
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-11-2012, 06:48 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 21,152
Posted By footdoc
I did a similar upgrade and had a total of 37...

I did a similar upgrade and had a total of 37 1/2" of width to work with...
Found a Sony model kdl40ex521 on sale for $430...fits great and has a great picture for alot less than you will find a...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-10-2012, 08:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,298
Posted By footdoc
I ordered new gaskets from Newmar....5 for $25...

I ordered new gaskets from Newmar....5 for $25 shipped....I think I'll go the silicone on both sides of the gasket so I only need to get up there ONCE!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-09-2012, 06:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,298
Posted By footdoc
Probable Leaking Clearance Light

After a 5" rainfall, when I was leaving the campground, a small stream of water started pouring out from my TV housing over the windshield..I was on the roof yesterday and noticed that the foam...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-08-2012, 07:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,189
Posted By footdoc
Leaving Expensive looking rubber in turns

I just got a new set of tires..I have ALWAYS used the tag dump switch when below 10 MPH and making tight turns..I wait about 20 sec after hitting the switch and then make the turn...usually a 90...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-07-2012, 02:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,129
Posted By footdoc
about $70/day for fuel aint cheap!!!

about $70/day for fuel aint cheap!!!
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 07-04-2012, 04:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,151
Posted By footdoc
I think the problem is there are TWO different...

I think the problem is there are TWO different Jetpack models....Mine is the Novatel with the antenna port....also has a digital screen with lots of information.....
The other without the antenna...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 07-02-2012, 06:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,151
Posted By footdoc
Roy, you are mistaken....there IS an antenna port...

Roy, you are mistaken....there IS an antenna port on the Jetpack...it's covered with a rubber plug....external antennas are about $20 on Ebay
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 07-02-2012, 05:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,640
Posted By footdoc
I just got some NO STREEK....about $4.50 with...

I just got some NO STREEK....about $4.50 with tax....haven't tried it yet
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-02-2012, 09:11 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,119
Posted By footdoc
That noise would cut out when the frig door was...

That noise would cut out when the frig door was opened; then start again immediately when the door was closed. That whirring noise has been absent since the lack of cooling started. Anybody know what...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-02-2012, 08:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,590
Posted By footdoc
Glad it worked for ya....I borrowed the idea from...

Glad it worked for ya....I borrowed the idea from someone else on here...
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-02-2012, 05:53 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,180
Posted By footdoc
Ken Yours might be set up in 'latch' mode.... ...

Ken
Yours might be set up in 'latch' mode....
With your switch on and moving over 20 mph, step on the brake pedal and it just might work....if not, it can be a fuse or other issues...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-30-2012, 01:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,300
Posted By footdoc
On mine, there is a small square black box...

On mine, there is a small square black box located below my battery pullout tray....that is where the fuse lives..I think there were a total of 3 12V fuses in it
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