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Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-21-2024, 08:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 845
Posted By chuckftboy
I towed a Traverse a lot of miles running between...

I towed a Traverse a lot of miles running between 67 and 70 with no ill effects. I usually travel interstates at 68 mph.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-20-2024, 06:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 225
Posted By chuckftboy
You did not confuse your generator. You probably...

You did not confuse your generator. You probably have a fuel problem. When did you last change the fuel filter?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-19-2024, 05:05 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,574
Posted By chuckftboy
I look at it this way. If I pay for a site in...

I look at it this way. If I pay for a site in advance and they then have a price increase between my payment and my reservation, then in essence, I saved money. :laugh:
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-19-2024, 04:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 446
Posted By chuckftboy
What you describe is typical of a low refrigerant...

What you describe is typical of a low refrigerant charge. When at idle the fan isn't moving as much air through the condenser resulting in higher pressure to feed the expansion valve so it cools at...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-18-2024, 12:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 805
Posted By chuckftboy
I have used mine for 5 days straight on a my 10k...

I have used mine for 5 days straight on a my 10k generator without issue. If it was going to melt, that should have done it.

I agree with Don, they are not at all expensive and really look nicer...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-16-2024, 05:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 324
Posted By chuckftboy
Problems like this is why I always try to use 6...

Problems like this is why I always try to use 6 point sockets on hex head plugs. Brass plugs and 12 point sockets do not get along well with each other.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-16-2024, 04:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 294
Posted By chuckftboy
30 amps is plenty. I have camped with only 30...

30 amps is plenty. I have camped with only 30 amps and if I carefully manage my loads, I have no problems. Storage with 30amps would be great.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-15-2024, 04:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 190
Posted By chuckftboy
Really no need to slam the door to latch it. Lift...

Really no need to slam the door to latch it. Lift up or out on the latch handle and close it firmly. They'll last a lot longer that way.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-14-2024, 04:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 401
Posted By chuckftboy
I have never had a problem with things moving...

I have never had a problem with things moving around in the basement. Small things in plastic tubs, chairs just folded and stacked. If you experience everything moving around much, you're driving way...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-14-2024, 04:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 256
Posted By chuckftboy
Google Aqua View Showermiser. there is a lot of...

Google Aqua View Showermiser. there is a lot of info on their web site. If you have access to the plumbing for your shower, the install will be pretty easy.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-11-2024, 04:43 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,737
Posted By chuckftboy
I think it depends on when you plan your next...

I think it depends on when you plan your next trip. Old gas will varnish your injectors if left to sit too long. If you decide to drain the tank, put it in 5-gallon gas cans and just add 5 or 10...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-11-2024, 04:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 435
Posted By chuckftboy
That cabinet maker must have been a real...

That cabinet maker must have been a real handyman!!!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-08-2024, 06:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 434
Posted By chuckftboy
I have owned both. Pre 2010 Fleetwood had the...

I have owned both. Pre 2010 Fleetwood had the better quality in a comparative priced coach. After the REV buy out things changed quite a bit and the newer Winne coaches are very good quality. The few...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-06-2024, 04:58 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,348
Posted By chuckftboy
I have owned 2 pushers and had a totally opposite...

I have owned 2 pushers and had a totally opposite experience.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 04-04-2024, 06:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 517
Posted By chuckftboy
Traveling through Atlanta is fine, until it...

Traveling through Atlanta is fine, until it isn't. It's very hard to judge the correct time to travel through there. One fender bender and the entire highway slows down. I've traveled through there...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-03-2024, 05:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 321
Posted By chuckftboy
Not much you can do other than try another set of...

Not much you can do other than try another set of blades. Maybe find some made of softer material so they will lay down better.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-02-2024, 07:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 119
Posted By chuckftboy
That should be easy to find on line if you need a...

That should be easy to find on line if you need a PDF
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-02-2024, 07:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 512
Posted By chuckftboy
You may be able to find a replacement door in one...

You may be able to find a replacement door in one of the RV salvage yards. Maybe Visone RV or Colaw RV salvage. New or used, you'll probably need paint.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 04-02-2024, 06:05 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,015
Posted By chuckftboy
I think that's because a dollar today is only...

I think that's because a dollar today is only worth 1/2 of what it was 5 years ago.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-30-2024, 05:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 317
Posted By chuckftboy
I would think the center plug is the fill level...

I would think the center plug is the fill level like most any rear end. You may want to post this under the chassis forum to make sure.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-28-2024, 05:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 341
Posted By chuckftboy
You can swap the two contactors, but I suspect...

You can swap the two contactors, but I suspect the problem will be the same. What you described sounds like a failing control board. Swapping the line voltage wires will accomplish what you want but...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-27-2024, 08:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,376
Posted By chuckftboy
If you confirm that your tire pressure is set...

If you confirm that your tire pressure is set correctly, and your suspension is correct then Safe T Plus would be a good add on to improve handling in windy conditions and or when big trucks are...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-27-2024, 05:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 468
Posted By chuckftboy
Replacing the Schraeder valves is about the...

Replacing the Schraeder valves is about the easiest job an a/c mechanic can do.
I think they gave you the " I don't want to do it" price. Thats a one hour job plus refrigerant but like some others...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-27-2024, 05:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 753
Posted By chuckftboy
Your thinking is correct. Docking lights are...

Your thinking is correct. Docking lights are normally turned on while backing into a site and should operate with the engine running.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-26-2024, 06:30 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,683
Posted By chuckftboy
If you keep any food in the coach when you aren't...

If you keep any food in the coach when you aren't using it, you'll have a very hard time keeping them out. When we aren't using our coach, anything edible comes out and we clean it so there aren't...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-26-2024, 05:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 444
Posted By chuckftboy
You say you are aware that a bubble should be on...

You say you are aware that a bubble should be on top. Did you mean some air in the hot water tank for expansion? At any rate there should not be a noticeable increase in pressure when you turn on the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-25-2024, 05:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 328
Posted By chuckftboy
I doubt your RV has an absorption fridge being...

I doubt your RV has an absorption fridge being that it is so new and if it doesn't, then it doesn't need to be level other than for personal comfort.
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 03-25-2024, 05:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 545
Posted By chuckftboy
Sorry to see your health considerations end your...

Sorry to see your health considerations end your RVing but we all hope you hang around to share your knowledge.
Chuck
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-23-2024, 07:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 272
Posted By chuckftboy
If you aren't equipped to make the repair...

If you aren't equipped to make the repair yourself, take it to a truck repair shop. The hoses are not specific to Spartan and you can easily find replacement hoses and fittings.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-23-2024, 07:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 138
Posted By chuckftboy
Pretty sure they don't connect. Your switch...

Pretty sure they don't connect. Your switch controls a relay to operate the slide motor. Your 8 ga. wire is probably power to the control board to run the motor. 8 and 12 ga. wires would-be doing two...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-23-2024, 07:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 468
Posted By chuckftboy
I would think your Cornerstone air conditioners...

I would think your Cornerstone air conditioners have condensate pumps. Possibly the one on the front a/c has failed? Do the other a/c units drain out the rear of the coach?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-22-2024, 06:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 567
Posted By chuckftboy
I have always read 4" or less offset, below or...

I have always read 4" or less offset, below or above. More than that causes a lot of stress when hard braking.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-20-2024, 06:35 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,413
Posted By chuckftboy
You said that you have 3 units, If they are...

You said that you have 3 units, If they are connected have you ever considered changing one to a 12 ' or 14' wide door? If you can't then a fork lift makes a lot of sense. I have 4 large trailers...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-20-2024, 06:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 152
Posted By chuckftboy
If I were in the market for a dash cover, I would...

If I were in the market for a dash cover, I would contact Shade Pro. their products are high quality and priced fairly.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-18-2024, 06:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 377
Posted By chuckftboy
You seem to be very capable but are you sure the...

You seem to be very capable but are you sure the fan blade is on correctly? Its pretty easy to get a squirrel cage fan on backwards.
Forum: Full-Timers 03-18-2024, 06:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 694
Posted By chuckftboy
You know what "they" say, if you read or seen it...

You know what "they" say, if you read or seen it on the internet, it must be true :banghead:
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-15-2024, 04:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 429
Posted By chuckftboy
For me it would depend on whether or not I needed...

For me it would depend on whether or not I needed more refrigeration space. My fridge is quite large and has a big bottom freezer, so I don't need to use my freezer/cooler very often. I do use it to...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-15-2024, 02:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,178
Posted By chuckftboy
I towed a 2011 Traverse (big brother to the...

I towed a 2011 Traverse (big brother to the (equinox) and it towed like it wasn't even there. Don't know the procedure for the newer models but I doubt there is anything to tow easier.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-15-2024, 01:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 828
Posted By chuckftboy
I've had both and hands down we like separate...

I've had both and hands down we like separate washer and dryer. There have been times that we've needed to just dry a few towels or swimsuits and not need the washer. For some reason the separate...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-14-2024, 05:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 232
Posted By chuckftboy
You might start by installing a new fuel filter....

You might start by installing a new fuel filter. If starved for fuel, it won't run under load.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-11-2024, 07:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 241
Posted By chuckftboy
Thanks Bill, I will be going to his office...

Thanks Bill, I will be going to his office tomorrow to take a look, I'll take some soap bubbles, I'm pretty good at finding a leak. I assume he has the same leveling system you have so I may take you...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-11-2024, 06:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 826
Posted By chuckftboy
You have legitimate concern's but not likely that...

You have legitimate concern's but not likely that you could get simple switches in a production coach. Maybe a custom coach builder like Newell would do it but Manufacturers save a lot of labor and...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-11-2024, 06:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 241
Posted By chuckftboy
Aux air compressor cycling

A friend has a 2006 Executive that has air leveling only, no hydraulics. He is new to RVing and just learning his coach. Today he told me that after he levels then runs the slides out, his coach sits...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-08-2024, 06:15 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,189
Posted By chuckftboy
Really nothing to be intimidated about. I started...

Really nothing to be intimidated about. I started out with a coach that weighed less than 1/2 of what I have now and it was much shorter. They always seamed equally as easy to drive. I am probably a...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-07-2024, 04:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 244
Posted By chuckftboy
If you choose to make your own gaskets, rubber...

If you choose to make your own gaskets, rubber foam material works best as it will compress around the Lense.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-07-2024, 04:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 448
Posted By chuckftboy
I have also had the 2-piece, Shade Pro, zippered...

I have also had the 2-piece, Shade Pro, zippered awning shade and never had a problem, but I have to admit, Magna Shades design is hands down better.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-07-2024, 03:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 670
Posted By chuckftboy
I have never used weights and never had an issue....

I have never used weights and never had an issue. I do screw in my hose whenever there is a threaded connection.
Forum: Cummins Engines 03-06-2024, 06:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 612
Posted By chuckftboy
Been changing my own oil for a very long time and...

Been changing my own oil for a very long time and never had a leak on a Fleetguard filter or any other brand. Not much there to leak other than an O-ring or gasket.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-05-2024, 07:26 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,754
Posted By chuckftboy
Congrats on that nice new coach. From your post,...

Congrats on that nice new coach. From your post, sounds like you are having a ball with it. Kind of fun driving a big rig, at least for me it is.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-05-2024, 07:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 880
Posted By chuckftboy
Chassis have the opportunity to make the bigger...

Chassis have the opportunity to make the bigger changes and become more in line with the options available late model cars and trucks. Things like intelligent cruise control, auto braking, TPMS, lane...
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