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Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 04-03-2021, 03:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,521
Posted By SRAlpine
Namwob, Thank you so much for the idea of using...

Namwob,
Thank you so much for the idea of using an external filter to add chlorox to the water tank. That’s an elegant solution. I’ve been using a ridiculous method since 2003. Thanks!
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 11-08-2020, 05:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 651
Posted By SRAlpine
Thanks. I’ll take a look in the morning.

Thanks. I’ll take a look in the morning.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 11-08-2020, 11:13 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 651
Posted By SRAlpine
Is this wire important?

I discovered the wire just above the battery isolator label, circled in green) when replacing batteries. I don’t remember seeing it when I removed the old batteries. (Why didn’t I take a photo?🤪) It...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 12-29-2019, 06:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,255
Posted By SRAlpine
You should certainly measure your tanks before...

You should certainly measure your tanks before you order. I ordered 2-12” 710 ES and 1-6” (black tank) 710js. They come as a package with the Garnet 709-P3W SeeLevelI II 3 tank Monitoring System. I...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 12-07-2019, 12:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,255
Posted By SRAlpine
Thank you, everyone, for the help. This forum is...

Thank you, everyone, for the help. This forum is great!
Old Scout-Thank you for the heads up about the relay. Sounds more important than worrying about a noise suppressor. I’ll ignore the alleged...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 12-06-2019, 04:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,255
Posted By SRAlpine
What’s this?

I’m replacing the gauges in my 2003 with see level gauges. I found this (see attached photo) attached to some wires associated with the water pump. Does anyone know what it is? The red wire was...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 03-26-2019, 10:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 852
Posted By SRAlpine
Thanks. My M154s are very noisy on certain...

Thanks. My M154s are very noisy on certain Interstate surfaces. I was told the 177s would be quieter. But, nothing was said about the ride.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 03-26-2019, 06:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 852
Posted By SRAlpine
Thanks. My coach came with Toyos and I’ve used...

Thanks. My coach came with Toyos and I’ve used them ever since. I’m probably just nit picking between the options.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 03-26-2019, 03:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 852
Posted By SRAlpine
Togo M-177 tires

Thinking about replacing Toyo M-154s with Toyo M-177s for my 2003 36. Just wondering if anyone has had experience with them.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 05-20-2016, 10:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,170
Posted By SRAlpine
I was referring to the cost of the Suburban as a...

I was referring to the cost of the Suburban as a negative.


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Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 05-19-2016, 08:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,170
Posted By SRAlpine
Thank you for the informative responses. Sounds...

Thank you for the informative responses. Sounds like cost is going to be the only negative:-(



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Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 05-17-2016, 10:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,170
Posted By SRAlpine
New TOAD for an old Alpine

I'm thinking of buying a 6,000 lb Suburban that will be towed behind my 36 ft 2003 Alpine coach when I vacation. I know the Alpine is rated for towing 10,000 lbs, but wonder if anyone has had actual...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 04-13-2015, 10:03 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,327
Posted By SRAlpine
It was the switch. $100.00 parts and labor. Thank...

It was the switch. $100.00 parts and labor. Thank you, everyone, for the help!
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 04-06-2015, 11:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,327
Posted By SRAlpine
Thanks. I'll definitely replace the switch....

Thanks. I'll definitely replace the switch. However, the problem seems (or seemed, hopefully) to be mechanical. Brake pedal would not depress until after I pulled up on it. I have an appointment for...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 04-06-2015, 12:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,327
Posted By SRAlpine
90734 using parts of everyone's suggestions, I...

90734 using parts of everyone's suggestions, I got the motor to shut off. Old scout, is it the switch the red thing in the attached photo? Still not feeling comfortable enough to drive to local RV...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 03-29-2015, 10:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,327
Posted By SRAlpine
Thanks for the input. I'll try your suggestions...

Thanks for the input. I'll try your suggestions when I get access to my RV next week.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 03-27-2015, 07:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,327
Posted By SRAlpine
Tiny tom. Thanks for the reply. It's not the air...

Tiny tom. Thanks for the reply. It's not the air powered emergency brake that remains on. It's the electric powered assist brake that comes on when the power brakes (powered by the engine) don't...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 03-27-2015, 06:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,327
Posted By SRAlpine
Brakes stuck on

I backed my 03 Alpine out to do the monthly exercise the generator, jacks, slides, etc. The electric backup brake came on by itself (I could hear it) and remained on. The brake lights were on. I...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 08-15-2014, 09:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 901
Posted By SRAlpine
Outcome: Selenoid valves replaced at no charge....

Outcome: Selenoid valves replaced at no charge. HWH warrants them for a year. No creeping over night! I was advised to carry dowel cut to fit between wall and lip of slide in case the slide creeps...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 08-14-2014, 08:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 901
Posted By SRAlpine
Thank you both. I cannot find any evidence of...

Thank you both. I cannot find any evidence of leaks anywhere. I'll try to get it in to my local RV fixit place when they open at 8:00. I'll share the information you have provided.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 08-13-2014, 08:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 901
Posted By SRAlpine
Wardrobe slide slides

The wardrobe slide on my 2003 slides out on its own. I had some valves and a hose replaced last year. The slide crept out very slowly ( weeks to come out an inch) during storage. Today, as I'm...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 04-05-2014, 08:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,772
Posted By SRAlpine
I've always wondered about the "fast idle"...

I've always wondered about the "fast idle" options. There is an idle speed switch on my armrest; and, a smart wheel function that sets the idle at 1000 rpm. Does anyone know if fast idling prevents...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 12-01-2013, 06:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,062
Posted By SRAlpine
I had the same problem with my 2003 400 ISL....

I had the same problem with my 2003 400 ISL. Check your ignition switch. Mine had push on connectors. I replaced it with a generic ignition switch with screw on (wrap wire around screw, then tighten)...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 08-02-2013, 10:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,568
Posted By SRAlpine
Radio installed. Pulled old radio out, unplugged...

Radio installed. Pulled old radio out, unplugged the wiring harness, speakers and antenna and DVD cable, plugged the old wiring harness, speakers and antenna into the new radio, shoved the radio in....
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 07-16-2013, 06:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,568
Posted By SRAlpine
Thanks. I ordered the radio today. I'll refer to...

Thanks. I ordered the radio today. I'll refer to your suggestions if necessary. The big project today was to find the removal tools for the current radio. Took a while, but now have the tools, the...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 07-15-2013, 05:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,568
Posted By SRAlpine
Thank you for the information. I'm not thrilled...

Thank you for the information. I'm not thrilled with idea of making a wiring adaptor. Luckily I still have the manual and wiring diagrams that came with the coach, so it should work.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 07-13-2013, 11:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,568
Posted By SRAlpine
Nice looking radio. Looks like you modified dash...

Nice looking radio. Looks like you modified dash to accommodate larger unit. How about wires in back? Do they match up?
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 07-11-2013, 10:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,568
Posted By SRAlpine
Thanks. The USB and remote are both features I...

Thanks. The USB and remote are both features I plan to get.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 07-10-2013, 07:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,568
Posted By SRAlpine
Thanks. That gives me some encouragement. Your...

Thanks. That gives me some encouragement. Your information about surround sound RCA cables will keep me from wasting money on an expensive unit. A system is only as good as its weakest link!
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 07-09-2013, 10:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,568
Posted By SRAlpine
Has anyone replaced their radio?

I have a 2003 Alpine with a Kenwood Krc-435 radio. I'm thinking about replacing it with a "smartphone ready" unit. If someone has already done that, I'd sure like to know how it went.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 09-01-2010, 07:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,696
Posted By SRAlpine
Thanks for the suggestion. I'll try to find the...

Thanks for the suggestion. I'll try to find the ABS relay in my 2003.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 08-30-2010, 02:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,696
Posted By SRAlpine
ABS warning lamp display module 2003

The ABS warning lamp on my 2003 remains lit when the coach is running. I read previous posts; but, none seems to apply. I had the system checked at a Freightliner place (since they have the test...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 06-24-2010, 08:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,291
Posted By SRAlpine
What a great forum!

What a great forum. After reading this thread I decided to clean and lubricate the rollers and screw for the gen slide on my 2003. They needed it. While I was under there I checked out the metal box...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 12-08-2009, 12:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,580
Posted By SRAlpine
The manual is available at ...

The manual is available at
vipwheels.com/PDF%20Files/ownersmanual.pdf
I recently called their tech support people and was impressed.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 11-20-2009, 09:00 PM
Replies: 641
Views: 160,617
Posted By SRAlpine
Lot's of Alpines heading north on I-5

On our way down to Sacramento we saw several Alpines headed north on I-5. Nov 14 in Washington, Nov 15 1 in Oregon and on 11/16 we saw 2 (not together) near Mt. Shasta.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 11-14-2009, 05:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,127
Posted By SRAlpine
Thanks. Compared to some of those problems, mine...

Thanks. Compared to some of those problems, mine was easy. As Ted and Carol said "Would it not be nice if all problems worked out this way."
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 11-13-2009, 08:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,127
Posted By SRAlpine
Sounds a lot like the problem I was having....

Sounds a lot like the problem I was having. Luckily, I was able to solve it by turning on the ignition before pushing the hi/low and intermediate buttons.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 11-10-2009, 04:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,127
Posted By SRAlpine
Problem Solved

My squirters now work. Thanks everyone for the suggestions. This afternoon I was trying some of them & noticed an orphan wire up by the Master Control Unit. After unbolting the unit from the firewall...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 11-09-2009, 07:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,127
Posted By SRAlpine
Thanks for the input. I'll mess with it again...

Thanks for the input. I'll mess with it again tomorrow.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 11-09-2009, 07:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,127
Posted By SRAlpine
Thanks. I've always had to do that. Now even that...

Thanks. I've always had to do that. Now even that doesn't work. Plus the hi/low only works if I hold it down. The guy at VIP, the SmartWheel people, says it sounds like a bad connection. Guess what...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 11-08-2009, 09:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,127
Posted By SRAlpine
Thanks for the feedback. Although it's not good...

Thanks for the feedback. Although it's not good news, at least I know I'd better start thinking of a workaround.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 11-08-2009, 12:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,127
Posted By SRAlpine
Wiper/smartwheel problem

On my 2003 Alpine, when I push the washer button on the steering wheel the wipers work 3 times; but, the squirter doesn't work. (When I apply 12v directly to the squirter motor on the washer fluid...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 10-17-2009, 10:19 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,651
Posted By SRAlpine
Check your ducts

Our furnace ran a lot, made a great deal of noise, used lots of propane and didn't warm up our unit very much. When I removed the panel in front of the right rear tires (that's another story) I...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 03-26-2009, 10:22 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,563
Posted By SRAlpine
Thanks. I'll check it out.

Thanks. I'll check it out.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 03-25-2009, 09:59 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,563
Posted By SRAlpine
Thanks. I'll look for that tag.

Thanks. I'll look for that tag.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 03-22-2009, 09:29 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,563
Posted By SRAlpine
Our 2003 is 74740. We took delivery in March;...

Our 2003 is 74740. We took delivery in March; but, it sat on the dealers lot for many months. Where can I find the date of manufacture?
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 03-21-2009, 10:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,987
Posted By SRAlpine
A trucker pulled up along side us a few years ago...

A trucker pulled up along side us a few years ago and pointed to the roof of our 2003 Alpine. I got off the Interstate and noticed the AC cover was ready to come off. Luckily, I was able to remove it...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 03-13-2009, 07:47 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,151
Posted By SRAlpine
I thought the original tires on my 2003 looked...

I thought the original tires on my 2003 looked fine. I took them to our local Les Schwab dealer and was told the tires looked fine. Two trips later I had blown out 2 tires! I have replaced the tires...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 03-01-2009, 06:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,972
Posted By SRAlpine
The curtains worked out great. Thank you. It's so...

The curtains worked out great. Thank you. It's so nice to have this forum so we can help each other.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 02-08-2009, 05:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,972
Posted By SRAlpine
Thanks for the ideas. I'll check them out.

Thanks for the ideas. I'll check them out.
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