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Posted By JVJ

I don't think the magnets would hold at speed,...

I don't think the magnets would hold at speed, however if they could be attached by wrapping a heavy zip-tie around it or maybe even commercial Velcro or band strap (think large radiator clap) to...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

10-13-2013, 02:35 PM

Replies: 10

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Posted By JVJ

The a/c intake is just behind the curbside rear...

The a/c intake is just behind the curbside rear wheel where the a/c access basement door is. This door is louvered vent slats. What he is suggesting is some sort of small deflector to either focus ...

Forum: Forest River Owners Forum

10-06-2013, 06:01 PM

Replies: 3

Wildcat 5th wheel

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Posted By JVJ

We just bought a Wildcat on the internet and have...

We just bought a Wildcat on the internet and have yet to take delivery.....that is later this week 1200 miles up the road.

I did a lot of research on the Wildcat and at first my gut told me to...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

10-03-2013, 03:19 PM

Replies: 8

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Posted By JVJ

Years ago after I purchased my F250 truck with...

Years ago after I purchased my F250 truck with the V10 I had some ball cap style hats embroidered to rear across the front.

"Triton V-10 Ford's best kept Secret"

I think I still have new cap...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

10-02-2013, 10:24 AM

Replies: 10

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Posted By JVJ

We added a 15K roof unit also in place of the...

We added a 15K roof unit also in place of the Fantastic vent in the kitchen and hallway position.

When parked we can run all three units if needed and often is, but cruising down the road we can...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

10-02-2013, 08:15 AM

Replies: 8

Views: 1,035

Posted By JVJ

I'm just over on E. Highland Rd between...

I'm just over on E. Highland Rd between Westmoreland Rd and Ovilla Rd. Drive by your place a few times a week at a minimum. I'll have to look for your coach the next drive by.

I have used that...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

10-02-2013, 05:16 AM

Replies: 8

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Posted By JVJ

A great all around motorhome repair facility is...

A great all around motorhome repair facility is Blue Moon RV Service. They are located up off of I35 a few miles north of the LBJ Freeway in the Carrollton/Framers Branch border area. They can do...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

10-02-2013, 05:08 AM

Replies: 8

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Posted By JVJ

OK, did a little research and now know that the...

OK, did a little research and now know that the Dolphin is a gas coach. If you want to stay real close to home like in Red Oak the problem with the local shops is limited parking space and room to...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

10-01-2013, 09:29 PM

Replies: 10

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Posted By JVJ

Improved my basement air cooling ability

Been doing a lot of research on various RVs. We have given some thought to moving back to a 5th wheel and introducing the grandkids to the world of RVing. For some reason I just can't stomach 2 to...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

10-01-2013, 09:19 PM

Replies: 16

#2 compressor Basement air condition

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Posted By JVJ

It may be less expensive in the long run to place...

It may be less expensive in the long run to place the A/C 30/50 amp switch located in the basement in the 30 amp position and install a roof a/c unit in place of one of the roof vents.

We were...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

10-01-2013, 09:08 PM

Replies: 8

Views: 1,035

Posted By JVJ

OK, I'm not familiar with the model Dolphin, what...

OK, I'm not familiar with the model Dolphin, what is the power train? Gas, diesel, Cat, Cummins? Give me a little more information and I'll try to see if I can lead you in a good direction. I am...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

09-15-2013, 03:58 PM

Replies: 8

Looking to run three A/C units off of the generator

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Posted By JVJ

As a side note, I did have my residential A/C guy...

As a side note, I did have my residential A/C guy take a look at the basement air system. His suggestion was that I may be able to improve the performance while on the road by fabrication of a small...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

09-15-2013, 03:54 PM

Replies: 8

Looking to run three A/C units off of the generator

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Posted By JVJ

The 15K unit is installed in the center kitchen...

The 15K unit is installed in the center kitchen just ahead of the hallway to the bed and bath room and is non ducted. And yes it does blow a great amount of air. Of course when on the road I am...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

09-15-2013, 03:31 PM

Replies: 8

Looking to run three A/C units off of the generator

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Posted By JVJ

Yes, I knew I had forgotten to add something. ...

Yes, I knew I had forgotten to add something. Onan diesel 8,000KW, 66.7Amp

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

09-15-2013, 01:45 PM

Replies: 8

Looking to run three A/C units off of the generator

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Posted By JVJ

Looking to run three A/C units off of the generator

Title pretty much says it all, but let me try to make things a little more clear.

2008 National Pacifica 40'. Came with the Basement A/C 2 stage unit. It has never kept the coach cold during...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

02-01-2013, 05:34 PM

Replies: 25

New National Dolphin owner with some dumb questions

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Posted By JVJ

Just a thought, start another thread and ask if...

Just a thought, start another thread and ask if there is anyone in your area that would be willing to come over or meet and go through your coach with you so that you can become familar with the ins...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

02-01-2013, 05:28 PM

Replies: 11

Kansas City Area Members ????????

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Posted By JVJ

Do I count, we live in Texas but come up to the...

Do I count, we live in Texas but come up to the KC area often. Not to crazy about the KC BBQ, but sure do enjoy a King roundtable pizza at the Pizza Shoppe in Platte Woods.

01-27-2013, 11:36 AM

Replies: 7

Thousand Trails question

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Posted By JVJ

I think I will be a no show to the meeting. I...

I think I will be a no show to the meeting. I have better ways to made use of my time....like get the Pacifica ready to hit the road.

01-26-2013, 03:52 PM

Replies: 7

Thousand Trails question

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Posted By JVJ

I sure appreciate the feedback, I don't think I...

I sure appreciate the feedback, I don't think I will be attending. Save me some time and money.
Thanks
J

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

01-26-2013, 08:25 AM

Replies: 2

Fyi on outlets

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Posted By JVJ

I have experiance that same problem on our 2008...

I have experiance that same problem on our 2008 Pacifica on a very hot Texas morning. I don't know if it was overload in our coach or in the RV Resort. But, it took me a while to figure it out...

01-26-2013, 08:20 AM

Replies: 7

Thousand Trails question

Views: 979

Posted By JVJ

Thousand Trails question

We have been members of Thousand Trails for a couple of years now. And are aware that they are now under a new Ownership/Management Company. Starting last fall we started receiving phone calls trying...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

01-22-2013, 07:29 PM

Replies: 10

2005 Tropical Step Cover problem

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Posted By JVJ

It has been awhile since I have been on the...

It has been awhile since I have been on the forum. However, I do recall that this problem also happed often on the Pacifica coach. That is why my retractable floor is sitting in my garage right now...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

01-22-2013, 07:19 PM

Replies: 8

07 Pacifica no basement heat

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Posted By JVJ

Also, I just ran out to check, the Up location of...

Also, I just ran out to check, the Up location of the switch is indeed the 50amp setting.

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

01-22-2013, 07:16 PM

Replies: 8

07 Pacifica no basement heat

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Posted By JVJ

Make sure that the 12 volt battery disconnect is...

Make sure that the 12 volt battery disconnect is not in the disconnect postion. The battery has to be turned on for the system to work.

That switch in the rear power cord compartment is the...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

02-09-2012, 03:10 PM

Replies: 1

Sound management and replacing carpet?

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Posted By JVJ

Sound management and replacing carpet?

Yeah, I know, kind of a strange title to a post. But, could figure out another choice of wording.

Anyway on our Pacifica coach, there are some stains in the carpet that I believe are from either...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

04-21-2011, 05:09 PM

Replies: 25

Basement air

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Posted By JVJ

We did get the roof unit installed and got it...

We did get the roof unit installed and got it back a few weeks ago. It is wired separate from the coach in such a manner that when we get to where we are stopping I will plug the coach into the...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

02-25-2011, 03:10 PM

Replies: 1

Adding another A/C unit

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Posted By JVJ

Adding another A/C unit

Well I called and ordered the new additional A/C unit to be installed on our Pacifica. The basement unit just doesn't seem up to the task. Going with the Coleman Mach PC 13,500 unit for its low amp...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

02-07-2011, 08:33 AM

Replies: 8

A/C Filter Location?

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Posted By JVJ

I sent you an Email, if you don't receive it let...

I sent you an Email, if you don't receive it let me know,
Jon

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

02-06-2011, 05:40 AM

Replies: 8

A/C Filter Location?

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Posted By JVJ

I will see what I can get for you as far as a...

I will see what I can get for you as far as a photo goes, but it is a tight fit with all the hose vents in that same area.

What model coach do you have, it could be in a different area.

Jon

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

01-27-2011, 11:23 AM

Replies: 6

New to NATIONAL RV FORUM

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Posted By JVJ

If you could list what you are looking for you...

If you could list what you are looking for you may get better directions. A number of parts are interchangable with other products...IE some headlight units may come from a GM vehicle.
Welcome...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

01-03-2011, 06:34 AM

Replies: 7

wanted sink covers for National Tradewinds 7390 LTC

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Posted By JVJ

Congratulations on your new rig. As someone...

Congratulations on your new rig.
As someone already pointed out, you may be better off getting a local Corian dealer to measure and cut the covers for you. Then you don't have the worries of...

12-30-2010, 10:27 AM

Replies: 7

Marker light lens removal...gotta be a trick, right?

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Posted By JVJ

I beginning to think this is one of those..Ha Ha...

I beginning to think this is one of those..Ha Ha Ha, you can see that little $3 bulb, but you can't service it situations. Can't pry it, can't pull it, but can replace it with a $25 part deals.
I...

12-30-2010, 08:42 AM

Replies: 7

Marker light lens removal...gotta be a trick, right?

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Posted By JVJ

Marker light lens removal...gotta be a trick, right?

2008 National RV Pacifica side marker, turn signal light in question.
The turn signal works, the marker doesn't...checked power to the wires on the back of the plug and all is fine. So it must be a...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

11-11-2010, 12:53 PM

Replies: 11

Views: 1,201

Posted By JVJ

https://www.irv2.com/attachments/photobucket/img_73...

https://www.irv2.com/attachments/photobucket/img_733728_0_2153745035826378b24dc6564dd42fb3.jpg

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

11-11-2010, 09:55 AM

Replies: 11

Views: 1,201

Posted By JVJ

https://www.irv2.com/attachments/photobucket/img_73...

https://www.irv2.com/attachments/photobucket/img_733670_0_c2779c7975b5a2d2bf01874e894a6675.jpg

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

11-09-2010, 05:17 PM

Replies: 11

Views: 1,201

Posted By JVJ

Nope, that happened while parked and waiting to...

Nope, that happened while parked and waiting to be repaired.

The tow was due to the rodents eating the fuel line at the diesel tank, and snacking on the air brake lines at the RV resort.

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

11-08-2010, 05:54 PM

Replies: 11

Views: 1,201

Posted By JVJ

Got down to take a look at the damage. Believe it...

Got down to take a look at the damage. Believe it or not, the door is metal.
The proof is in the photos..........
https://community.webshots.com/album/578923190lYqwjt

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

11-06-2010, 08:13 PM

Replies: 11

Views: 1,201

Posted By JVJ

I appreciate his doing so. I will be getting...

I appreciate his doing so. I will be getting some photos and I hope the rest of the story myself. But first I need to make a 300 mile drive to do so. As soon as I can gather all the pieces, I will...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

11-06-2010, 06:45 PM

Replies: 11

Views: 1,201

Posted By JVJ

Thank you. I may appear that I am in need of a...

Thank you. I may appear that I am in need of a compartment door due to being in the right place at the wrong time.
Jon

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

11-06-2010, 05:55 PM

Replies: 11

Views: 1,201

Posted By JVJ

Pacifica owner, I need you assistance..

I need to find out if the rear most basement compartment door (electrical cord, or inverter door) is made of fiberglass or is a metal door. Please don't ask why as of this time, please, please,...

11-05-2010, 02:52 PM

Replies: 7

Flying J prices

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Posted By JVJ

Not all of the Flying J truck stops were sold to...

Not all of the Flying J truck stops were sold to Pilot. There were a few locations where both Flying J and Pilot stores were next to or very near one another, so Pilot did not aquire these...

11-03-2010, 08:52 AM

Replies: 8

Don't feed the Wildlife, stop RV abuse terrorism.

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Posted By JVJ

Don't feed the Wildlife, stop RV abuse terrorism.

Went down to a beautiful resort in the Texas Hill Country. The weather took a turn for the much cooler low 30 degree nite time temps. Yet the days were a comfortable mid 70s to low 80s.
However,...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

11-02-2010, 10:49 AM

Replies: 17

Views: 2,461

Posted By JVJ

I understand the not being able to watch the...

I understand the not being able to watch the entire tow. We were in Kerrville, TX, the coach was towed to Freightliner San Antonio. We climbed into the Jeep and drove back home just south of...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

11-02-2010, 10:42 AM

Replies: 17

Views: 2,461

Posted By JVJ

If there is enough interest, I could do a small...

If there is enough interest, I could do a small write up as to how a towing process should be done.
I called Freightliner and asked a lot questions before the tow operator arrived. Freightliner was...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

11-02-2010, 10:40 AM

Replies: 17

Views: 2,461

Posted By JVJ

Removed the short shaft from the drive line.

Removed the short shaft from the drive line.

Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum

11-02-2010, 08:41 AM

Replies: 14

Camp Freightliner - Campground Costs

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Posted By JVJ

No one likes a surprise that removes cash from...

No one likes a surprise that removes cash from there wallet in an unexpected fashion.
However, a word to the wise. I have started to read a few like post from RVers who have arrived earlier than...

Forum: National RV Owner's Forum

11-02-2010, 08:29 AM

Replies: 17