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Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 04-17-2024, 04:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,482
Posted By 2-Nickels
This thread was an interesting read a while back...

This thread was an interesting read a while back and now (fast forward to today) I need to replace my 6 8D AGM's and I am struggling with accepting buying 6 more Lifelines is a smart decision. Since...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 03-12-2024, 11:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 582
Posted By 2-Nickels
Be sure to buy the toughest tow bar you can find....

Be sure to buy the toughest tow bar you can find. We bought 20 years ago a 9000lb Demco, I have towed four different vehicles with the same tow bar. I have it services and rebuilt every few years and...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 03-12-2024, 11:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 311
Posted By 2-Nickels
I replaced our working Comfort.ZC with the Easy...

I replaced our working Comfort.ZC with the Easy Touch RV thermostat from Micro-Air.
You can find it at: www.microair.net

This was an extremely simple and effective upgrade. I now have a larger...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-05-2024, 04:06 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,407
Posted By 2-Nickels
I polished and coated our coach last winter. It...

I polished and coated our coach last winter. It took me about 100 hours of cut/buff and then about 16 hours to coat it. I was in no rush allowing me to pick away at it in pieces. Ceramic Coated...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 02-27-2024, 07:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 458
Posted By 2-Nickels
I yesterday watched a youtube video by "AZ RV...

I yesterday watched a youtube video by "AZ RV Expert" called "Faster!! Easier!! Better!! HWH Slideout Room Chain Replacement" In the video James shows how the endcaps are mounted. The work he is...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-12-2024, 10:25 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,868
Posted By 2-Nickels
We run at about 62MPH most of the time....

We run at about 62MPH most of the time. Everything seems to run well and my MPG is reasonable. I can run 70 without too much extra effort but the attention I need to give simply wears on us. Slowing...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-02-2024, 01:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,367
Posted By 2-Nickels
I attempted to install 315's on the front of my...

I attempted to install 315's on the front of my 04 Navigator when we had it. The time shop was able to put them on and balance them. When I went to pick the coach up it was clear to me that the tires...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 12-13-2023, 08:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,127
Posted By 2-Nickels
The suggestion to place a Soundbar with the...

The suggestion to place a Soundbar with the television rather than attempt to install a ceiling speaker is a good one.

When we made some changes to our system I had a center speaker built into...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 12-03-2023, 08:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 720
Posted By 2-Nickels
This is what my finished product looks like. I...

This is what my finished product looks like. I was unable to get a white Acryl-R SM5504 so I ended up with clear.
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 11-30-2023, 12:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,576
Posted By 2-Nickels
RV Mattress could be a good source or...

RV Mattress could be a good source or www.brooklynbedding.com
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 11-30-2023, 10:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 720
Posted By 2-Nickels
Hello, I have attached a couple of pictures...

Hello, I have attached a couple of pictures showing the opening after I removed the domes and then once I filled the screw holes.

I chose to fill the holes as the new flange on the new domes was...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 11-21-2023, 10:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 720
Posted By 2-Nickels
2005+ Magna/Affinity Shower Skylight

I have a question for those who have replaced their shower skylight (s). There are two skylights over the shower, one is an inner and then there is an outer. The inner is clear and the outer is...
Forum: Forum 101 | Announcements | Forum Concerns 11-09-2023, 01:22 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 14,325
Posted By 2-Nickels
The loss of the "App" is disappointing. Why did...

The loss of the "App" is disappointing. Why did you have to pull back from this? Was it the cost to Apple?
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 10-29-2023, 08:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 605
Posted By 2-Nickels
Transfer Noise

Did Bob Lee not build one CC as a prototype?

I just checked and he did, it was a 2016 model.
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 10-23-2023, 09:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,440
Posted By 2-Nickels
So sorry to read about this. The other group I...

So sorry to read about this. The other group I would reach out to is Kaiser Brake and Alignment in Eugene. These folks have done some incredible frame work and know Country Coaches. I’m sure freight...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 10-16-2023, 05:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,223
Posted By 2-Nickels
I have mounted the Hughes Autoformer in my...

I have mounted the Hughes Autoformer in my electrical bay next to the inverters. I rerouted the shore power cord from the transfer switch into a female 50 amp plug. Then using the Hughes connection...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 10-07-2023, 03:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 448
Posted By 2-Nickels
At Summit they use 3M double sided tape to adhere...

At Summit they use 3M double sided tape to adhere the pieces. You can buy this at any Autobody supply shop.
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 09-20-2023, 07:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 448
Posted By 2-Nickels
I would call the folks at RV Stainless and ask if...

I would call the folks at RV Stainless and ask if they would make you one. I was there this summer and bought a step cover. While having it installed I chatted with them and learned the stainless on...
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-11-2023, 06:34 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,794
Posted By 2-Nickels
So sorry to read about this situation. Thinking...

So sorry to read about this situation. Thinking beyond your search for others experience in this matter have you had a Cummins mechanic that doesn’t work for Freightliner or Cummins corporate look at...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 09-11-2023, 05:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 417
Posted By 2-Nickels
I went with Totem Acoustic speakers. Incredible...

I went with Totem Acoustic speakers. Incredible improvement! I went with the model KIN IC6. They are a 6-1/2” slim round ceiling speaker and we’re a perfect fit to replace the round Sonance speakers.
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 09-07-2023, 01:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,567
Posted By 2-Nickels
Is there a “VMS” switch on your dash to turn the...

Is there a “VMS” switch on your dash to turn the display on? In my case there is a separate switch.
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-30-2023, 07:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,708
Posted By 2-Nickels
It was done preventative and the valves were...

It was done preventative and the valves were still OK (I was told) but the coach had sit a long time and there was plenty of rust on the parts inside. I was sent pictures showing this and I am glad I...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 08-29-2023, 06:17 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,384
Posted By 2-Nickels
Thank you for the reply. Since writing my...

Thank you for the reply. Since writing my question I have taken a better look at my skylight over the shower. The inner cover was not glass, it was plastic. Perhaps it is lexan but, I cannot tell. I...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 08-27-2023, 05:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,384
Posted By 2-Nickels
Interesting approach, are you saying you now have...

Interesting approach, are you saying you now have 3 domes? One glass and two lean?
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-23-2023, 07:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,708
Posted By 2-Nickels
Are you having engine head troubles? I have...

Are you having engine head troubles?

I have an ISX (CM870) and did the head replacement over 40,000 miles ago. Since then I have had no troubles with it.

BTW, I too am in Edmonton.
...
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-23-2023, 07:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,304
Posted By 2-Nickels
REV use to send the build sheets for Monaco...

REV use to send the build sheets for Monaco coaches to those who asked. I would go to them first. The build sheet however won’t have the Cummins serial #. To get the serial # off the motor you need...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 08-22-2023, 05:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 524
Posted By 2-Nickels
The product does firm up when dry however you can...

The product does firm up when dry however you can press against it and it gives. When I say gives it compresses and bounces back.
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 08-20-2023, 08:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 524
Posted By 2-Nickels
When speaking with Premier a couple years back I...

When speaking with Premier a couple years back I was told CC used Acryl-R SM5504 as the permanent flexible sealant on the roofs. I have bought this and used it for two years with success.
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 08-01-2023, 08:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,384
Posted By 2-Nickels
I believe the 26x26 with the 5” rise is the one I...

I believe the 26x26 with the 5” rise is the one I ordered. It has a 2” lip. I have not seen a notification that it has shipped. Hopefully later this week.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-31-2023, 09:08 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 8,963
Posted By 2-Nickels
My A/C controls have very poor range, balance....

My A/C controls have very poor range, balance. It is either very cold or warm.
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 07-26-2023, 06:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,384
Posted By 2-Nickels
I spoke with the folks at Premier regarding my 09...

I spoke with the folks at Premier regarding my 09 skylight over the shower. What Premier shared is it was most likely a two piece on ours. Today I went onto the roof and from everything I could see...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 07-24-2023, 05:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,384
Posted By 2-Nickels
Thank you, I too have a cracked outer skylight...

Thank you, I too have a cracked outer skylight and need to replace it. Currently I can look up while in the shower and see water droplets between the inner and outer bubble.
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 07-09-2023, 08:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 361
Posted By 2-Nickels
If your shower is a Cesana Circle Shower I have...

If your shower is a Cesana Circle Shower I have read you can reach out to Pam at 410-641-5004. What I read Pam and her husband Frank were the Cesana reps.
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 07-06-2023, 08:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 388
Posted By 2-Nickels
Thank you both for your suggestions. Since...

Thank you both for your suggestions.

Since posting our Cruise Control has been working perfectly and all we did was park overnight and drive on the next day. This shared, today it began to act up...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 06-27-2023, 09:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 697
Posted By 2-Nickels
I found one a while back on EBay. Have you...

I found one a while back on EBay. Have you checked there? The other spot may be Velnors (the RV salvage folks).
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 06-11-2023, 07:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 412
Posted By 2-Nickels
Hi Jerry, welcome to Country Coach ownership!! I...

Hi Jerry, welcome to Country Coach ownership!! I make a point of using Archoil 6500 to every fill. When we park the coach at the end of the season I generally try to have 3/4 tank or more of fuel....
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 06-06-2023, 07:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 494
Posted By 2-Nickels
Not sure about Indiana but in Bradenton Florida...

Not sure about Indiana but in Bradenton Florida The Motorcoach Store gets great reviews.
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 05-24-2023, 12:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 413
Posted By 2-Nickels
Have you been to Shock Warehouses website?...

Have you been to Shock Warehouses website? Www.shockwarehouse.com

I just took a look and their search engine has the Intrigue model #’s.
Forum: Foretravel Owner's Forum 05-23-2023, 06:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,289
Posted By 2-Nickels
How often should compressor run?

Hello Turbojack, we had the AA installed at the end of October in 2018.

I just checked to see if there was a screen that would give me the firmware version and I scan’t find one. Have you seen...
Forum: Foretravel Owner's Forum 05-23-2023, 04:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,289
Posted By 2-Nickels
Sorry to hear about the AA troubles you have been...

Sorry to hear about the AA troubles you have been having.

I have read about HWH not being very helpful to their product owners. My experience has been outstanding. Once I had problems, I called...
Forum: Foretravel Owner's Forum 05-22-2023, 03:20 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,289
Posted By 2-Nickels
I’m thinking your 2014 IH45 has the HWW Active...

I’m thinking your 2014 IH45 has the HWW Active Air. If this is the case I also have the HWH AA and on our system the aux compressor kicks in approx one every day and a half for 15 seconds to make...
Forum: Cummins Engines 05-19-2023, 03:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,056
Posted By 2-Nickels
If you are looking to save money on oil changes...

If you are looking to save money on oil changes the best way I found was buying Oil filters from Cummins when they are on sale. This usually happens between Black Friday and Christmas and you usually...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-18-2023, 04:43 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,407
Posted By 2-Nickels
I ceramic coated our coach last winter while in...

I ceramic coated our coach last winter while in storage. 90 hours of paint prep and about 10 hours for application. Easy to do, you just need the place to do it as you should be out of the elements. ...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-14-2023, 06:38 PM
Replies: 13,635
Views: 2,138,754
Posted By 2-Nickels
What was the last thing you bought for your RV ?

We stopped by Summit Stainless in Altoona Iowa to shine up the front steps. [ATTACH]
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 05-11-2023, 04:26 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 254
Posted By 2-Nickels
Premier installed our lights in the large...

Premier installed our lights in the large awnings. In our case the switch was put in the cabinet to the right of the TV. It is a small black rocker switch. 392671
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 05-10-2023, 07:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 366
Posted By 2-Nickels
Your suggestions is indeed the path I followed...

Your suggestions is indeed the path I followed before posting. I believe my mirrors at the time of build were from Hadley. Hadley in 2015 sold their mirror business to Safe Fleet. In searching the...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 05-09-2023, 03:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 388
Posted By 2-Nickels
Cruise buttons on wheel are erratic

I noticed driving yesterday my cruise on/off, set and resume buttons would not work. When I left the interstate it was a winding off ramp, after the ramp the buttons once again worked. Might this be...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 05-09-2023, 03:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 366
Posted By 2-Nickels
Ramco Mirror Part #’s.

We are in Elkhart for a couple of days poking around. I noticed one of my mirror clamshells had the chrome bubbling and I thought I would see if Ramco had one. Before I head over there tomorrow I...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 05-09-2023, 01:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 816
Posted By 2-Nickels
I’m sure we all have the same size fuel tanks @...

I’m sure we all have the same size fuel tanks @ 150 gallons however, this is on paper and not useable capacity. On our first trip out we ran out of fuel, all be it 3’ short of the fuel pump (and no,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-07-2023, 04:37 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 9,378
Posted By 2-Nickels
As much as you can afford for the rig, fuel and...

As much as you can afford for the rig, fuel and maintenance. More is better!
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