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Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-16-2018, 01:48 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,003
Posted By DoubleVetera
Onan 2800 Microlite generator stops after switch release...

Hi,

I've had a recent issue with my Onan 2800 Microlite gas generator. Sometimes, the remote genny switch doesn't light up after the genny starts, and I have to hold in the button. Oil level...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 07-16-2018, 01:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,400
Posted By DoubleVetera
Onan Microlite genney won't stay running...

Hi,

I've had a recent issue with my Onan 2800 Microlite gas generator. Sometimes, the remote genny switch doesn't light up after the genny starts, and I have to hold in the button. Oil level is...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 07-21-2017, 09:41 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,054
Posted By DoubleVetera
I have a 2011 Roadtrek 190 Popular, and I'm...

I have a 2011 Roadtrek 190 Popular, and I'm looking for the same. Zippers attached to side door and rear door, but need the screens that fit.
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 07-02-2017, 07:49 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,690
Posted By DoubleVetera
Quick update: OK, I removed the awning and...

Quick update:

OK, I removed the awning and found that's it's not carriage-bolts or screws that hold the mounting brackets, but pop-rivets. Each bracket is pop-rvieted from the outside with 3...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-29-2017, 08:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,213
Posted By DoubleVetera
Thnx, JohnBoyToo...some good solutions! I'm...

Thnx, JohnBoyToo...some good solutions! I'm going to get the bike rack first and then see how much of an extension I need....thnx again!

DV
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-28-2017, 08:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,213
Posted By DoubleVetera
Bike rack that will fit with spare tire?

Hi all,

I want to get a bike rack that holds two bikes for my 2011 Roadtrek 190-Popular. It has the Continental Spare Tire kit mounted to the rear on the driver's side and it sticks out about...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 06-28-2017, 07:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,606
Posted By DoubleVetera
Hey all, Issue solved....Spk64 was on the...

Hey all,

Issue solved....Spk64 was on the right path :)

I was in the rig last night and the shower still had about 2 inches on water backed up on the shower floor. I removed the clean-out...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 06-27-2017, 07:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,606
Posted By DoubleVetera
Hey, just a quick update on what I've found so...

Hey, just a quick update on what I've found so far:

- With the gray tank completely empty, water from all drains flows freely, until the grey tank register's 1/3 full (23 gal capacity), then it...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 06-26-2017, 07:37 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,690
Posted By DoubleVetera
Proper method to crank out Roadtrek awning?

Hi all,

I picked up a 2011 Roadtrek popular 190 last week and took it out camping this weekend. I tested everything at the dealer and he showed me how to open and close the awning. Crank it all...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 06-26-2017, 07:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,606
Posted By DoubleVetera
All drains running slow and grey tank empty

Hi all,

I picked up a 2011 Roadtrek popular 190 last week and took it out camping this weekend. All the drains run slow (with the gray tank empty) and when I fill the kitchen sink with water...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-14-2013, 08:53 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,571
Posted By DoubleVetera
I have tile floors in my Phaeton. My solution...

I have tile floors in my Phaeton. My solution when the floors are too cold: socks and slippers :)
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-14-2013, 08:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,723
Posted By DoubleVetera
I have Allied Insurance (a Nationwide company),...

I have Allied Insurance (a Nationwide company), and they have done right by me on two recent accidents (fire damage and a minor scrap with a tree stump). Costs me $775 a year: collision,...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-14-2013, 08:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,863
Posted By DoubleVetera
I have a 2002 Phaeton. It's undercoated with...

I have a 2002 Phaeton. It's undercoated with what looks like urathane foam with a black, sticky paint-like substance over that.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 07-28-2013, 07:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,897
Posted By DoubleVetera
ez5iron, would it be possible for you to submit a...

ez5iron, would it be possible for you to submit a picture of your access panel? I'd like to modify my 2002 Phaeton to do the same....thnx.

DV
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 07-21-2013, 08:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,897
Posted By DoubleVetera
On my 2002 Phaeton with a Cat 330, it's located...

On my 2002 Phaeton with a Cat 330, it's located on the driver's side of the engine, just above the exhaust. The only way I can access it is from underneath the engine.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 07-21-2013, 08:01 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,232
Posted By DoubleVetera
I have a 2002 Phaeton; it's 84". I'm sure the...

I have a 2002 Phaeton; it's 84". I'm sure the Bus would be 84 as well.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-09-2013, 09:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,006
Posted By DoubleVetera
My rig has been a pleasure to drive most of the...

My rig has been a pleasure to drive most of the time. I did have a white-knuckle moment heading south thru the Salt Lake area around the first week this April. Extremely high wind gusts and blowing...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-08-2013, 09:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,363
Posted By DoubleVetera
Mountain vistas, an ocean view, and occasionally,...

Mountain vistas, an ocean view, and occasionally, beer in Gersfeld Germany are all free, and worth more than what you pay for them ;)
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-04-2013, 09:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,363
Posted By DoubleVetera
Yes, there is, and it's free. Take a look here: ...

Yes, there is, and it's free. Take a look here: RV Rating - Customer Survey of RV Makes and Models (https://www.rv-coach.com/RV/manufacturers/survey/rate_your_rv_results.html)
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-01-2013, 07:20 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 13,378
Posted By DoubleVetera
I would also add Tiffin...

I would also add Tiffin (https://tiffinmotorhomes.com/) to Steve's list. Good quality coaches...I own a 2002 Phaeton :)
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-28-2013, 08:53 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 13,378
Posted By DoubleVetera
Mileage is not as much of a factor for DPs vs....

Mileage is not as much of a factor for DPs vs. gas rigs, but DPs cost more for annual service than gas. I average between 9-10 with my 2002 Tiffin Phaeton (CAT 330hp); measured 9.6 mpg going across...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-17-2013, 08:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 21,474
Posted By DoubleVetera
Driving west thru central Texas last month, I...

Driving west thru central Texas last month, I measured my mileage as 9.6MPG. No toad, 55-60 mph, and economy mode on. The roads were fairly flat, and no head winds to speak of. Probably the best...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 03-12-2013, 05:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,168
Posted By DoubleVetera
Just wanted to follow-up on my post with the...

Just wanted to follow-up on my post with the resolution:

I took alv3769's advice and fiddled with the controls. I needed to do four things to make it work:

1) have the vent open
2) the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-09-2013, 06:54 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,441
Posted By DoubleVetera
My brother-in-law has a 2004 Dolphin, and he...

My brother-in-law has a 2004 Dolphin, and he loves it. They are well built coaches.

As with any rig you are looking at, make sure you check for water damage and delamination. Will save you a...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-02-2013, 09:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,022
Posted By DoubleVetera
I picked up 6 of the Firestone 560's for $2500...

I picked up 6 of the Firestone 560's for $2500 today and replaced the original XRV's on my 2002 Phaeton. Drove the 100 miles home and they ride really well...so far, I'm impressed.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-02-2013, 08:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,716
Posted By DoubleVetera
+1 on the grinding the nozzle...worked for me as...

+1 on the grinding the nozzle...worked for me as well. I have a 3126E, and the fitting is on the top. Luckily, there's an engine access panel in the closet so it's a straight shot from the top for...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-27-2013, 08:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,980
Posted By DoubleVetera
Have the same in my 2002 Phaeton and didn't know...

Have the same in my 2002 Phaeton and didn't know what it was. Glad I read this post :)
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 02-27-2013, 08:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,088
Posted By DoubleVetera
Cool...thnx for the battery insight ;) ...

Cool...thnx for the battery insight ;)

Also confirmed it's a wet cell type. Pryed the round caps off and found the front battery low on water. Topped it off, charged them, and tested the rig,...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 02-26-2013, 10:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,052
Posted By DoubleVetera
When you say "Thor", are you talking about Thor...

When you say "Thor", are you talking about Thor Industries that owns many other RV companies, like Forest River and Fleetwood? If so, I would say that Tiffin is a solid step above Thor. I looked for...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 02-26-2013, 09:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,168
Posted By DoubleVetera
Wall switch for Fantastic Fan?

Hi all,

I bought a 2002 Phaeton last December and I haven't been able to get the fantastic fan unit to turn on using the switch on the fan housing. Is there a wall switch for this somewhere?...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 02-10-2013, 04:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,088
Posted By DoubleVetera
Identify house battery

Hi all,

I want to set up my inverter using the Xantrex panel, but I don't know the type (wet, gel, or AGM) or the amperage output of my house batteries because they are not labeled. All they have...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 02-01-2013, 08:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,385
Posted By DoubleVetera
The engine heater switch in my 2002 Phaeton is at...

The engine heater switch in my 2002 Phaeton is at the foot of the bed frame. Maybe different for the Allegro Bay?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-21-2013, 08:32 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,991
Posted By DoubleVetera
I did this last month and replaced the old 25"...

I did this last month and replaced the old 25" tube TV for a 32" flat-screen; came out really nice. Followed the advice from this site: Living Our Dream: Motor Home Project: Replace Front TV...
Forum: New Member Check-In 01-09-2013, 04:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 565
Posted By DoubleVetera
Kix, we're about 100 miles from Dryer Island and...

Kix, we're about 100 miles from Dryer Island and go there frequently in the summer, when we can get a camping spot ;)
Forum: New Member Check-In 01-09-2013, 04:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 565
Posted By DoubleVetera
Thnx all the the welcome, and the info on the...

Thnx all the the welcome, and the info on the FCMA tire program!

Larry
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-06-2013, 08:56 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,731
Posted By DoubleVetera
I've struggled with the same dilemma and have...

I've struggled with the same dilemma and have test driven many of both before finally settling for a 38' DP. When my wife and I first started looking, I was leaning toward DP, but she wanted gas. ...
Forum: New Member Check-In 01-04-2013, 09:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 565
Posted By DoubleVetera
New Guy

Hi all,

We traded in our 30 foot TT for a used motorhome earlier this month. We've taken one local camping trip in South Carolina so far and we are going out again next weekend....great fun!
...
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