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My issue was while taking a shower the water pressure would fall off and then come back. The pump seemed to be running all the time but would slow and speed up. I figured this was a sign the pump was failing.
Based on other posts here I found a Shuffle 4008 pump on amazon for about $67, give or take. I then reached my phone into the pump area and took a pick of mine to see what it was. Turns out I have this same exact pump. Not wanting to replace a bad pump for another potentially bad pump I called Shuffle to see if there was a better option for me. They suggested I clean out the pump and make sure the sediment catcher was clean. If this didn't fix the issue I could adjust the pressure via a set screw on the pressure switch.
Today the DW and I decided to pull the pump and see if we could get working right. Getting it out is not difficult after you remove the front panel. Cleaned out the sediment filter. It was actually pretty clean. Removed the 8 screws holding the front on the pump and didn't see any gunk in there. DW found the tech manual on Shuffle web site and read me the part about adjusting the pressure. I don't have the link but it should be simple to find on their site.
Basically this is how it goes....... Turn a faucet on very slow and listen for the pump to cycle. It should run and then shut off for at least 2 seconds. If it doesn't stay off for at least 2 seconds, like mine, then turn the set screw half a turn clockwise. I did this and then checked the shut off time again, 3.5sec approximately. Water pressure and stream seem better and the pump doesn't surge and continue to run like before.
Pretty simple adjustment if needed and saved me from buying an unnecessary part.
While in there I did find a couple of hoses that are leaking slowly at the coupling. I tried to tighten them and managed to get 2 to stop leaking. I still have 2 leakers. I guess I just need to replace the hoses. Does anyone know where to find them?
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Tim and Gracie with Sadie and Tucker (RIP)
2016 Outlaw 37RB
I was able to get a lot of things done on the Coach today:
1) Cured the FQP, passenger side (driver's side appears to be OK, but I will do it later). I had been stressing about this for a while, especially as we just did a 6000 mile trip to Florida and back. Because of the noise, air leak and squeaks coming from the passenger front I always had it in the back of my mind. It turns out there were 12(!) of the infamous self-tapping screws in the panel from the door to the fender. Two were close together (4") at the front. Each of the screwheads were *completely* covered with caulk, and I spent most of the total time digging the caulk out of the Philips heads with a sharp knife. Seven of the screws were stripped, none were broken (the front seven screws). I was not able to use one hole as the new through hole came out too close to a cross-beam (another mm towards the back and I would have been able to get at least the nut hard against the beam). I ended up putting six carriage bolts in with lock washers. Bought some loc-tite but decided I didn't need it. One thing I didn't think about beforehand was the forward attachment point for the awning leg, which is screwed into the trim piece. This turned out to be a bit of a hassle to get the leg back in it's place when I was finished with the FQP.
OMG it's fixed. Such a relief!
2) replaced the genny tailpipe hanger. I have been using another type of hanger (coat) for a while. This is an OEM Cummins part, and nowhere I visited knew anything about it. I found it at Amazon. Have the p/n if anyone is interested.
3) Cut silver insulated reflecto and velcro to fit the upper cab windows. We often have sun coming in there and it's a beeyotch if there's nothing to block it while driving.
4) Used some velcro to attach the awning pull to the side of the coach. Has the added benefit of making it easier to "catch" with the long hook. Is anyone else driven insane by the "tap-tap-tapity-tap-tap" of the pull hitting as you drive? The only thing worse was not knowing what the noise was.
5) put an LED strip light on the awning barrel ala' Focker (can't find the post right this second). Love this. My LED strip didn't quite make it the whole way to the end. I thought Focker said he had to cut his? Anyway, this is an easy, nice mod.
Next up before the next road trip (Friday!) is new LED bulbs for the headlights and some extra LED strips for the bottom of the grill (This). Water pump adjustment too (thanks, Tim!!). Hopefully both these things will make a big difference for us. Hate the stock drive-by-candlelight!
Cheers
Mike
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2016 Tiffin Allegro Bus 45UP
..and a bunch of dogs
I was able to get a lot of things done on the Coach today:
1) Cured the FQP, passenger side...OMG it's fixed. Such a relief!
2) replaced the genny tailpipe hanger....Have the p/n if anyone is interested.
3) Cut silver insulated reflecto and velcro to fit the upper cab windows.
4) Used some velcro to attach the awning pull to the side of the coach...anyone else driven insane by the "tap-tap-tapity-tap-tap" of the pull hitting as you drive?
5) put an LED strip light on the awning barrel ala' Focker (can't find the post right this second). Love this....
Next up before the next road trip (Friday!) is new LED bulbs for the headlights and some extra LED strips
Cheers
Mike
1. AWESOME! Another DIY Hero
2. P/N...yes, please.
3. Pictures please.
4. Our pull strap is retracted at an angle (would look like a spring, if visible) to capture most of the extra strap. That way, no tap, tap.
5. How do you get power to the light strip?
Congrats and Safe Outlaw Travels.
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Kim and Steve, Mustang LCDR (USCG Ret), Outlaw #1193 WE LOVE OUR OUTLAW RV
Window shades (1st and 2nd pictures). This is the passenger side. When we first tried this, we had a couple left-over pieces from the windshield shade, so we simply folded the bottom to fit. Turns out this works really well as the sill is pretty wide at the bottom of the top window. That's duct tape holding the fold shut. In the second picture, it looks like the cover is sticking out, but the overhead storage is actually covering the front part of the window. We put this stuff in the front windshield, as tightly as we can when we park. Really helps keep it cool in the hot CA sun.
Generator pipe hanger label is the third picture.
Fourth picture is how every single self-tapping screw was covered. I don't know if everyone's was like this, and I get why, but it was the hardest part of the job. Broke one flat razor blade (in a scraper handle), and went through another blade in a box cutter.
You know, you are right about the pull strap. Makes me feel stupid. I'll do that when the velcro falls off due to weather.
For the light strip, I'm simply using a short extension cord to plug into the "Entertainment Center" plugs. I'd really like to tap it into the 12V so I could use it off the grid (this weekend I have to dry camp in Indio), but at this point that's beyond my technical expertise. :B
Cheers
Mike
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2016 Tiffin Allegro Bus 45UP
..and a bunch of dogs
Today was headlight day. The Prius lost both bulbs last week (we had to drive home from seeing "Rogue One" on high beams), and I didn't have bulbs until today, and I got the Outlaw's LED lamps in. (it is a Bear to get Prius bulbs in. You have to have tiny hands and/or remove things.)
It has been said here many times that the 2007 Outlaw headlamps are from 1998-2002 Mercury Navigators, and I can confirm that. (Why did a GM or close to it chassis use Ford parts??) I found the Navigator manual online in a PDF, which gave me the confidence to get the bulb fitment right (H5b). Saved the two pages for headlamp changes. I've attached it.
I was pretty ticked off to find out that the stock bulbs were GLUED in. See picture.
The inner locking collar needed to be put on the LED bulbs, and for that I had to remove the bulb collar by loosening the a set screw. You can see it in the picture. I also had to make sure to put on the spring washer. Took me a while to figure out how to get it on the bulb, most of you probably aren't as dumb.
When I tried to put in the bulbs yesterday, I found it was too hard to get my fingers and hands in the right place and gave up. Thought about pulling off the whole headlamp assembly to get at it easier (another reason I was going to do this is that the bulb cover/reflector that hangs from the top of the headlight area fell off, and I want to get it back in the right place. You can see it in the fourth picture). I must have been tired, as when I tried it today it took me all of two minutes. I was not able to get the large covers on back on the assembly, as the extension wire to the existing plug wouldn't all fit in the cap. I may try again but for now I zip-tied the connection wires to the other light cables.
Can't wait to see how these work on the road. I can't tell you how many times my wife asked me if the headlights were really on. Next thing I'm going to do is put on those light bars I mentioned earlier. Shouldn't be too hard, but it's still raining here in the Valley, and will until I have to go on Friday.
Cheers
Mike
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2016 Tiffin Allegro Bus 45UP
..and a bunch of dogs
I really appreciate the headlight LED post, I agree they are the worst headlights EVER!
With all the meaty posts you have supplied, that means something! Should have posted a link to the bulbs. Here it is.
Oil change and genny service being done now by a mobile truck out of Turlock; Also getting this done while they are at it. No more brake pedal squeak, I hope!
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2016 Tiffin Allegro Bus 45UP
..and a bunch of dogs
Thor Owners Club Mid Atlantic Campers Coastal Campers
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: Virginia
Posts: 23
Awning question
Hi Outlaw friends,
So, we're less than a week in to our 2015 37LS and we have a few small and big issues
First silly question I have has to do with the rear awning. I'm not sure how the little awning legs work? Do you attach to the railing? They don't reach the deck so I'm figuring that's not where they go... we looked a little online and haven't seen any photos of it set up and no manual came with the camper. Does anyone have a photo of it set up? Halp!
So, we're less than a week in to our 2015 37LS and we have a few small and big issues
First silly question I have has to do with the rear awning. I'm not sure how the little awning legs work? Do you attach to the railing? They don't reach the deck so I'm figuring that's not where they go... we looked a little online and haven't seen any photos of it set up and no manual came with the camper. Does anyone have a photo of it set up? Halp!
Funny you should ask this...I just saw that - yes, some used the arms:
The 35SG (Super C) shown here used the arms...
I thought since being offered, the Class A's have always been one of the "armless" models by Carefree of Colorado, but maybe not: Motor Home - Carefree of Colorado
So, we're less than a week in to our 2015 37LS and we have a few small and big issues
First silly question I have has to do with the rear awning. I'm not sure how the little awning legs work? Do you attach to the railing? They don't reach the deck so I'm figuring that's not where they go... we looked a little online and haven't seen any photos of it set up and no manual came with the camper. Does anyone have a photo of it set up? Halp!
My 29h has arms that attach just like the post above...there are little clips on the body to hold them
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