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Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 07-17-2014, 05:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 945
Posted By fighterpilot
Update. Thanks for the guidance. Took carb. off,...

Update. Thanks for the guidance. Took carb. off, cleaned it, checked float, appeared ok. Put new plugs in, air filter, and oil filter and oil. Cranked it up, runs better than ever. Considering my...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 07-06-2014, 07:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 945
Posted By fighterpilot
Thanks, will get a mech. to check it out this...

Thanks, will get a mech. to check it out this week. 1994 Callista Cove Class C. Looks like genny is on a slide out rack but doubt the rack can handle the weight.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 07-06-2014, 11:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 945
Posted By fighterpilot
Gasoline in oil??

Onan 4000 quits running. Check oil and it pour out with gasoline smell. Really diluted as well. What is happening??? And how???. Thanks
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 03-19-2014, 06:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,750
Posted By fighterpilot
Probably a mobile home would be the best option,...

Probably a mobile home would be the best option, if it could be found. I own a 1979 that is next door to me that my son lives in. Well built, survived 5 hurricanes so far, although if floated in one...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 03-17-2014, 08:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,750
Posted By fighterpilot
Superslif--suggestion about a mobile home...

Superslif--suggestion about a mobile home purchase already in a mobile home park is another possible, but bet they are hard to find. Thanks. A travel trailer getting there isn't a problem. His dad,...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 03-17-2014, 07:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,750
Posted By fighterpilot
I will suggest he check with the school,...

I will suggest he check with the school, craigslist, etc for housing help, but not your typical college town. There is a medical school there, not a big name one, and finding a compatible roommate...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 03-16-2014, 08:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,750
Posted By fighterpilot
Cold weather capable, older, travel trailers

A young relative of my son-in-law's family has asked about a travel trailer he could buy and live in for two years while starting medical school. He has limited funds and has found a park where he...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 12-24-2013, 03:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,944
Posted By fighterpilot
There is but one 12 volt house battery in this...

There is but one 12 volt house battery in this coach. We put two six volts in series to get more service on the boat, but those six volt golf cart batteries won't fit in the camper house battery...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 12-22-2013, 09:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,416
Posted By fighterpilot
Does anyone know if BFGs are an option?? Thanks

Does anyone know if BFGs are an option?? Thanks
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 12-21-2013, 02:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,416
Posted By fighterpilot
Thanks, appreciate the informative response.

Thanks, appreciate the informative response.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 12-20-2013, 07:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,416
Posted By fighterpilot
Guidance on tire choice

I'm going to get 6 new tires, thanks to the Michelin Tire recall. I understand there are three possible choices. Need your experience in the decision.

The Michelin M/S2 RRE
The Michelin...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 12-16-2013, 06:45 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,944
Posted By fighterpilot
Standard wet cell 12 volt, single battery How...

Standard wet cell 12 volt, single battery
How do I determine Profile
AT 14.2 volts day in day out while just sitting there can't be correct
We really don't camp. Use it to haul family/s in...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 12-15-2013, 07:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,944
Posted By fighterpilot
Thanks Clyon51. Your analysis is the way I...

Thanks Clyon51. Your analysis is the way I understand a good smart charger works. We have one for the boat. Now I have got to find the one on the MH.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 12-15-2013, 05:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,944
Posted By fighterpilot
Thanks for the information. I'll start pulling...

Thanks for the information. I'll start pulling drawers. Did look under the dinette but didn't see anything that looked like wires or inverter.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 12-14-2013, 03:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,944
Posted By fighterpilot
Well, I crawled underneath trying to trace wires,...

Well, I crawled underneath trying to trace wires, but no luck. Looked behind the power panel compartment but that panel only covered wires. Haven't pulled the power panel out yet. Really don't see a...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 12-10-2013, 03:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,944
Posted By fighterpilot
I haven't found the darn thing yet. Looked in...

I haven't found the darn thing yet. Looked in every outside compartment and in all the interior spaces. Haven't crawled under it yet to trace back the wires that come into the house battery...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 12-10-2013, 06:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,944
Posted By fighterpilot
Don't have any paper work. I googled battery...

Don't have any paper work. I googled battery charge and everything I read had the max charge down in the mid 13s for max charge on a ordinary wet cell battery. Plus my experience with the smart...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 12-09-2013, 01:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,944
Posted By fighterpilot
Battery being over charged????

1994 Calista Cove MH. Book says charging system will sense fully charged and not over charge the house battery. After being hooked to shore power the volt reading at the battery terminals is 14.2...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-18-2013, 01:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,128
Posted By fighterpilot
I, too wonder about leaving the coach hooked to...

I, too wonder about leaving the coach hooked to shore power. Is the battery being overcharged. 1994 Callista Cove on E350 Chassis. The owners manual for it is a pathetic example of an owners manual.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-10-2013, 09:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,052
Posted By fighterpilot
dead bolt replacement

I want to replace the dead bolt on my 1994 Class C with a keyless, electronic type dead bolt. Those I have found at places like Home Depot have a different dead bolt in them and will require some...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-07-2013, 02:50 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,947
Posted By fighterpilot
To close my status out- I signed up for the AT&T,...

To close my status out- I signed up for the AT&T, 3 month, 1gig, non renewal plan as a start for 25 dollars. We'll see how that goes. When present Verizon contract runs out next April will consider a...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-07-2013, 07:39 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,947
Posted By fighterpilot
Rangersmith your post lists plans that I believe...

Rangersmith your post lists plans that I believe would work for my purpose. Don't want to depend on hot spot-my Ipad 2 has GPS and AT&T Cellular capability. I want to be able to retrieve information...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-06-2013, 05:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,947
Posted By fighterpilot
Ipad information source on the road???

Those that have an Ipad how do you get information to it while driving down the road and no Wi-Fi?? Some have cellular capability but do you have to keep it activated all the time or can you suspend...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-04-2013, 05:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,073
Posted By fighterpilot
Just got it weighed, front, rear and total, all...

Just got it weighed, front, rear and total, all under rated load conditions. Changed hub caps on the rear so could get good access to check tire pressure. The other forum posts seem to indicate there...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-04-2013, 05:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,073
Posted By fighterpilot
Michelin LTX M/S 16 inch tire problem

Read on another forum where there might be a manufacturing problem with the Michelin LTX m/s 16 inch tire. A number of blow outs and that tire has been replaced. Tires are 2 to 3 years old. I have...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-04-2013, 05:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,794
Posted By fighterpilot
Jackfish-good points made, but does one rotate...

Jackfish-good points made, but does one rotate the tires on the truck chassis? I would like to be able to check the pressure but my tire guy, also family friend, says from his experience the valve...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-03-2013, 05:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,794
Posted By fighterpilot
valve stems

I just bought the long brass inner duel valve stems for $3.00 a piece at O'Rilleys auto store. They had them in various lengths, like 2 and 1/2 up to 5 inches. Still looking for the curve ones for...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-28-2013, 08:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,784
Posted By fighterpilot
Not sure the Air Museum is the best, as the Air...

Not sure the Air Museum is the best, as the Air museum in Pensacola is pretty great. Third Largest in the world--not sure where Wright Pat. fits.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-26-2013, 07:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,548
Posted By fighterpilot
16 inch. I'm going with wheel simulators from ...

16 inch. I'm going with wheel simulators from "infmotor", an ebay seller for about 1/2 the cost on Pacific Dullies. $149 vice $275 from the West Coast Company.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-26-2013, 06:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,715
Posted By fighterpilot
Bilsteins and KYBs on back order everywhere I...

Bilsteins and KYBs on back order everywhere I checked. Someone said they were retooling. Got a trip planned-need shocks so went with Monroe Gas Magnum which I pick up today at local store. We'll see...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-25-2013, 05:59 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,241
Posted By fighterpilot
Why not just hold the valve open and pour in a...

Why not just hold the valve open and pour in a bucket or two of water.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-25-2013, 06:18 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,548
Posted By fighterpilot
I'll get pictures today. Like the simulator...

I'll get pictures today. Like the simulator wheels idea but not sure if I am reading the on line paper work correctly. I printed out a page that shows at the top $275.00 MSRP. Than under product...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-24-2013, 07:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,715
Posted By fighterpilot
Shock absorber choices??

Need to replace the shocks. I have searched this forum and the reviews are mixed on the Bilsteins and the Konis. The Konis FSD is not available for the chassis on my 1994 Callista Cove Class C with...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-24-2013, 02:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,548
Posted By fighterpilot
Hubcap replacement???

Lost a hubcap-would like to replace with a cover that fits flush to the existing rim but shinny. That way the tire valves can always be present for checking, Do they make some sort of cover that...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-31-2013, 06:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,153
Posted By fighterpilot
We did look at a Lazy Daze and they are well...

We did look at a Lazy Daze and they are well constructed. Floor plan didn't work however. Thanks for the information.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-31-2013, 06:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,746
Posted By fighterpilot
leak prone

Thanks for the information.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-30-2013, 01:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,153
Posted By fighterpilot
Appreciate all the replys but it is too hard...

Appreciate all the replys but it is too hard right now. I have decided to step back, take a deep breath and see what the winter brings. Again, thanks for all the information. I'll be 80 Sunday and...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-30-2013, 01:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,705
Posted By fighterpilot
Thanks for the information.

Thanks for the information.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-29-2013, 09:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,705
Posted By fighterpilot
Tire brands that handle and ride the best??

I searched tires and looked thru 200 plus posts. Class C GVWR 11,500 on LT 215/85/R16 tires as called for in the mfg. spec sheet. I need to replace as they are 5 years old. I have a feel from reading...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-29-2013, 06:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,153
Posted By fighterpilot
Thanks for the replys. I'll just have to keep...

Thanks for the replys. I'll just have to keep digging. I had hopes that someone could give me some names associated with the various construction techniques I had noted, than I could eliminate some...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-28-2013, 06:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,153
Posted By fighterpilot
leaky class c

Well from my searching thus far, I believe the born free or coach house , all fiberglass would be least likely to leak. But floor plan doesn't work and they are few and far between.

Next, those...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-27-2013, 09:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,153
Posted By fighterpilot
1990s Class Cs least likely to have leak issues.

Trying to buy a Class C with budget of 20000 dollars. Want bunk over cab, dinette across from sofa, rear walk around queen. 29 feet or less, prefer ford.

Want to minimize leak situation. Born Free...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-27-2013, 06:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,885
Posted By fighterpilot
Another forum suggested I look into the Born Free...

Another forum suggested I look into the Born Free line of MH. They are all fiberglass. Older models are limited, essentially, three sizes, but the 26 footer with a corner bed might work. It doesn't...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-26-2013, 07:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,885
Posted By fighterpilot
Older Class C with fiberglass roofs and end caps??

Were there Class Cs in the mid to late 90s (1996-1999) that had fiberglass roofs and fiberglass end caps? If so, some names would be appreciated. Thanks
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-25-2013, 01:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,746
Posted By fighterpilot
Class C leak prone????

In looking for a 1992-1999 Class C I have found evidence of leaks, either in the roof or around a window. Previous posts in a forum note this is not uncommon. In fact the main advice in purchase is...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-21-2013, 06:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,163
Posted By fighterpilot
Dr. Den, you mentioned a table and the seats--we...

Dr. Den, you mentioned a table and the seats--we want a booth and have found that to be acceptable in the 5 different Class A MHs we owned from 1979 to 2000. Also in a short Class C we briefly owned...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-18-2013, 09:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,454
Posted By fighterpilot
I have been interested in this as well. Subject...

I have been interested in this as well. Subject on a couple of forums have been discussed and not to many posts had anything good to say about the mh as sale units. Most described them as high...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-17-2013, 12:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,163
Posted By fighterpilot
I guess rather than "sleep 8", it would have been...

I guess rather than "sleep 8", it would have been better to define configuration. Cab over sleeping and rear queen or twin bunks and than the dinette across from the sofa for convenient conversation...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-17-2013, 11:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,163
Posted By fighterpilot
Class c 27 feet or less, sleep 8??

Looking for a $10,000-15000 Class C MH that will sleep 8, 27 feet or less. Found one, a 1996 Dutchman. How about some other names I should look for? Did they make any with the bunk over the cab, sofa...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-15-2013, 06:06 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,626
Posted By fighterpilot
by set up on cars I meant for the acme one has to...

by set up on cars I meant for the acme one has to make sure the front wheels can turn with the dolly. That requires some "set up with the key to unlock the steering--different on different vehicles"...
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