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Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-26-2024, 04:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 395
Posted By Bonron
It’s a 28 years old coach. Caveat emptor.

It’s a 28 years old coach. Caveat emptor.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-26-2024, 04:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 419
Posted By Bonron
So, by using the frig you describe, its gonna...

So, by using the frig you describe, its gonna look odd. It’s not exactly a good fit but hey, to each their own. You could slap that beauty into the hole and use a few angle brackets. But in the...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-24-2024, 03:36 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,963
Posted By Bonron
Dude!!

Dude!!
Forum: Boondocking 03-24-2024, 03:35 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,252
Posted By Bonron
Good points, generally the cut hose is at the...

Good points, generally the cut hose is at the dump station, atleast that’s been my experience. The potable water spigot says as such. Be careful.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-24-2024, 03:30 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,895
Posted By Bonron
Probably a liability issue. I only go into the...

Probably a liability issue. I only go into the service area if asked, after the job, you can ask all the questions you want.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-24-2024, 03:25 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,701
Posted By Bonron
All or most state DMV’s have investigative units...

All or most state DMV’s have investigative units with police investigative powers. Look up the main DMV office and either go in and talk to them or file a complaint with the state. That will get them...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-19-2024, 03:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 576
Posted By Bonron
My 2011 Southwind required the wide j-hooks and I...

My 2011 Southwind required the wide j-hooks and I usually found them on eBay. My 2016 Purduit uses the standard/narrow j-hooks so I found them at Costco, the 28” work great, about $18 for a set.
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 03-17-2024, 02:40 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 7,991
Posted By Bonron
Great answer. When I see a veteran, I generally...

Great answer. When I see a veteran, I generally just nod. They know. But when someone thanks me, I say thank you and move on. I think about 10% of the nation have served and those who didn’t simply...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-07-2024, 02:54 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,232
Posted By Bonron
Yeah, sounds like buyers remorse. As everyone is...

Yeah, sounds like buyers remorse. As everyone is saying, 24’ isn’t that much longer and you’ll find that the amenities are much better. Agm batteries are fine, I’ve used them for years and with solar...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-28-2024, 08:14 AM
Replies: 6
Bounder: Dead battery
Views: 506
Posted By Bonron
Try not to leave your lights on next time. Just...

Try not to leave your lights on next time. Just sayin ��
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-28-2024, 08:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 415
Posted By Bonron
I’ve have had a number of class A coaches and...

I’ve have had a number of class A coaches and have done that to the front and rear sway bar. I have never had any issues, like torn spacers or loose bolts. It does help, but don’t expect it to...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-25-2024, 05:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,836
Posted By Bonron
Did you get the toilet fixed?? Asking for a...

Did you get the toilet fixed?? Asking for a friend. 😁
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-18-2024, 03:31 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 10,924
Posted By Bonron
Yes!! It’s a sales contract and make sure you...

Yes!! It’s a sales contract and make sure you write that this is a “as is sale” and there’s no warranty expressed or implied. I do that on all my sales. Btw, 72 is not old so show her the coach, show...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-08-2024, 11:15 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,141
Posted By Bonron
And don’t forget your Iodine tablets!! Just sayin.

And don’t forget your Iodine tablets!! Just sayin.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-05-2024, 06:04 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 10,831
Posted By Bonron
Yeah, understand that you’re buying a 24 year old...

Yeah, understand that you’re buying a 24 year old coach. Most parts are not available and the engine may or may not last.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 01-02-2024, 01:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 567
Posted By Bonron
So, just a thought, make sure they have the same...

So, just a thought, make sure they have the same torque value as the one you’re replacing. If different the the slide will not close properly. You may have to change both motors!! Yuck!!
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 01-02-2024, 01:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,240
Posted By Bonron
Had the same issues on my 2011 SW. find the...

Had the same issues on my 2011 SW. find the numbers on the lense and check on the internet. They come as a complete unit and you’ll have to use the lenses only. About $30 each. I have clear, yellow...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 12-26-2023, 04:07 PM
Replies: 18
Bounder: first RV
Views: 1,347
Posted By Bonron
Also don’t forget to look at the hoses and...

Also don’t forget to look at the hoses and fittings and carry a spare drive belt. Have fun.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-21-2023, 07:21 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,685
Posted By Bonron
My 2016 coachmen has a full wall slide. I think...

My 2016 coachmen has a full wall slide. I think it’s important to know how it works, know how to reset the motors ( Utube) and have good batteries. My model doesn’t allow the engine to be running, so...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 12-17-2023, 05:59 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 8,328
Posted By Bonron
The expiration date on an indef ID card is...

The expiration date on an indef ID card is baffling. I’m DAV/100% and have never experienced what you’re talking about. If you’re retired military then your ID shouldn’t expire. My brides’ does...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 12-15-2023, 08:21 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,478
Posted By Bonron
I had a similar issue. My 98 Winnie would stall...

I had a similar issue. My 98 Winnie would stall and after a time would run great, then out of nowhere it would shut down. Fuel/spark/air. Everything look good, but I looked at the distributor showed...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-15-2023, 07:58 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 9,551
Posted By Bonron
I think its worse than that. Last year my 2016...

I think its worse than that. Last year my 2016 Coachmen cost me $475 to register in Calif. today I received my reg notice, it’s now $600!! The state has to raise fees, as the tax payer has had enough...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 12-12-2023, 05:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 406
Posted By Bonron
Btw, if you’re hearing a beep then you haven’t...

Btw, if you’re hearing a beep then you haven’t shut down everything. Generally the propane and CO detectors are wired into both the coach and engine battery circuit and that will cause a parasitic...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 12-12-2023, 05:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 829
Posted By Bonron
I would think that the previous owner didn’t...

I would think that the previous owner didn’t maintain the tanks and allowed an accumulation of you know what to harden and now you have less capacity. Talk to a RV repair facility and see what they...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 12-12-2023, 05:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 802
Posted By Bonron
Yes Fleetwood and Southwind have two disconnect...

Yes Fleetwood and Southwind have two disconnect switches, mine are located above the door. All I do is hit those buttons and everything is shutdown, storage. The fact that your batts were dead...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-10-2023, 06:26 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 12,878
Posted By Bonron
So if you’re dealing with a company that uses a...

So if you’re dealing with a company that uses a third party adjuster and you can get a list of recently denied insured then you may have a bad faith claim against your insurance company. A bad faith...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-07-2023, 02:56 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,213
Posted By Bonron
Ok, if all your checks don’t lead you to a...

Ok, if all your checks don’t lead you to a solution, call the man.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-07-2023, 02:52 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,242
Posted By Bonron
All good points. If you cancel your liability...

All good points. If you cancel your liability insurance and park it in a RV storage lot, and your coach catches fire you’re on the hook for any damages. Additionally, for those who cancel their...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-03-2023, 05:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,301
Posted By Bonron
I agree, two six volt AGM’s is a good choice....

I agree, two six volt AGM’s is a good choice. Even if you’re a 12v system you can wire them to put out 12v’s but my caveat is measure and insure the 6v batts will actually fit.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-29-2023, 09:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 612
Posted By Bonron
Try starting this question as a new thread. I’m...

Try starting this question as a new thread. I’m sure somebody can help you. Good luck
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-27-2023, 08:56 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,242
Posted By Bonron
Sounds to me that you have a host of EPA and...

Sounds to me that you have a host of EPA and Federal violations happening here. Sick those unelected bureaucrats on him. Then document you damages with dates and times and photos. Your neighbor will...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-27-2023, 08:17 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,755
Posted By Bonron
Fair? Wahahaha!! The dealer will generally give...

Fair? Wahahaha!! The dealer will generally give you low wholesale at best.You will also get a hit by depreciation. You aren’t going to get anything close to what you think it’s worth. You can look at...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-24-2023, 07:45 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,449
Posted By Bonron
Haven’t started in two years?? It could be...

Haven’t started in two years?? It could be anything from chewed wires to a clogged fuel filter. Get a mobile mechanic to take a look. You sound as if you aren’t up to speed on motorhome maintenance....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-24-2023, 07:39 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,698
Posted By Bonron
Yeah you need to figure out how they’re getting...

Yeah you need to figure out how they’re getting in. In my case it was the passenger side A-Pilar. I filled that area with foam and I proceeded to spray my undercarriage with a can or two of black...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-15-2023, 09:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 882
Posted By Bonron
Yeah who ever did this really screwed the pooch....

Yeah who ever did this really screwed the pooch. I’d say that the batteries aren’t coming out through the side. I suspect they will have to go up and out. Good luck
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 10-31-2023, 05:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 640
Posted By Bonron
Yes, I normally tach 4000-4500 rpm going uphill,...

Yes, I normally tach 4000-4500 rpm going uphill, I’ve actually taken it to 5100 rpm going up the Cajon pass at a speed of 55 mph, but I usually keep it around 4000 rpm at 50 mph. The later version of...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 10-31-2023, 05:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 656
Posted By Bonron
Did the lights work before you changed to led??...

Did the lights work before you changed to led?? If yes, then take out a led and rotate it, they only work in one direction. If you’re getting power to the switch then you may have a broken wire in...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-29-2023, 05:13 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,551
Posted By Bonron
Just rebooting will not fix it. You need to...

Just rebooting will not fix it. You need to scroll over to switch check and let that run its course, usually that corrects your sat connection and you can back out and start watching.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-07-2023, 02:37 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,723
Posted By Bonron
If you were ever in the military, you learn to...

If you were ever in the military, you learn to not cross contaminate and besides, your coffee will taste a lot better if you use separate hoses. Just sayin🥸
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-29-2023, 02:39 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,632
Posted By Bonron
A pressure regulator should be the first thing...

A pressure regulator should be the first thing you attach to your hose, at the spigot not at your coach. I’ve been using zero-g for a number of years, haven’t had a problem and there’s no “rubber”...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-29-2023, 02:31 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 22,758
Posted By Bonron
Yeah, I have to agree. You should know better. I...

Yeah, I have to agree. You should know better. I live in an HOA and it’s a mine field. Know the rules.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-29-2023, 01:48 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 9,418
Posted By Bonron
When I had my Southwind with 22.5 tires I...

When I had my Southwind with 22.5 tires I maintained a mounted spare. With Good Sam roadside service, they will send a tire changer out at no cost. If all you have is a tire, then there’s a cost to...
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 08-30-2023, 07:56 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,891
Posted By Bonron
Depending on where you are, you could be...

Depending on where you are, you could be prosecuted for animal cruelty. Having a sign does nothing, I assume you are away and have locked the coach. If I’m touring the area the animal goes with me,...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 08-29-2023, 10:22 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,097
Posted By Bonron
Yeah, all good answers, but who goes 50-55 mph on...

Yeah, all good answers, but who goes 50-55 mph on surface streets towing a trailer. Generally speaking the lights are set to allow you to safely get thru the intersection with out incident.
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 08-29-2023, 10:10 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,891
Posted By Bonron
Not likely, read the fine print and you will find...

Not likely, read the fine print and you will find a section telling you not to leave your animals unattended. So if you do, that’s on you.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-09-2023, 08:26 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,099
Posted By Bonron
I think you may have the wrong AC for your...

I think you may have the wrong AC for your application. There are ducted and their are direct feed. I’m curious as to why you didn’t stick with a direct replacement. Much easier that way.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-09-2023, 08:17 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,945
Posted By Bonron
Well first, I’d get rid of your roadside...

Well first, I’d get rid of your roadside service!! Coachnet or Good Sam works pretty well. In all my years I never had them say they could help me. A plastic weld will probably work, but you probably...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 07-05-2023, 10:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,801
Posted By Bonron
What you see, 40*/10* is normal especially during...

What you see, 40*/10* is normal especially during the summer time. The thermistor is usually positioned on the second cooling fin from the right. Sliding the thermistor up or down on the fin affects...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 06-29-2023, 02:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 982
Posted By Bonron
So first, turn the power knob to on, if it isn’t...

So first, turn the power knob to on, if it isn’t already in the on position. The black box you describe is the inverter control and if you look you’ll see an “on” button. Also utube it, or get the...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 06-29-2023, 02:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,050
Posted By Bonron
Try Amazon

On my 2011 Southwind I replaced mine by matching the diameter with what Amazon had, also eBay will have replacements. For the most part, the wiring was the same and the brackets were almost...
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