Journey with Confidence RV GPS App RV Trip Planner RV LIFE Campground Reviews RV Maintenance Take a Speed Test Free 7 Day Trial ×
RV Trip Planning Discussions

Go Back   iRV2 Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page Search Results
iRV2.com Google
Click Here to Login
Register FilesVendors Registry Blogs FAQ Community Calendar Today's Posts Search Log in
Join iRV2 Today

Mission Statement: Supporting thoughtful exchange of knowledge, values and experience among RV enthusiasts.
Page 1 of 10 1 2345678910
Showing results 1 to 50 of 478
Search took 0.04 seconds. Search: Posts Made By: DJJ
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 04-17-2024, 08:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 341
Posted By DJJ
My 2003 DS is also on a Freightliner chassis with...

My 2003 DS is also on a Freightliner chassis with the 3126 cat motor and a single filter/water separator. Freightliner installed the filter system and used a 2 micron Alliance brand with no primer...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-22-2024, 07:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 310
Posted By DJJ
On my 310 series HWH in a 2003 DS the control box...

On my 310 series HWH in a 2003 DS the control box is under the dash, drivers side and is secured to the firewall by the same black hook and loop strap shown in Skips picture. The power to the touch...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-17-2024, 10:57 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 779
Posted By DJJ
The shop I used would not cut the end cap off and...

The shop I used would not cut the end cap off and weld back on after rebuilding any cylinder. He said a clip is located a ways up the cylinder that is a pain to get out but was doable. I think it...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-17-2024, 04:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 779
Posted By DJJ
Forgot to mention same part number as yours. ...

Forgot to mention same part number as yours.

Jeff
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-17-2024, 03:24 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 779
Posted By DJJ
What others have said, yes it can be rebuilt,...

What others have said, yes it can be rebuilt, local hydraulic shop replaced the seals in mine a couple years ago. Dropped the cylinder off one day and picked it the next.

After reinstalling just...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 01-06-2024, 12:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 592
Posted By DJJ
You can also check with White House Products LTD...

You can also check with White House Products LTD located in Great Britain.

They had Sauer Danfoss parts for my RV’s steering pump that nobody had in the US. My pump is # 14-14481-000 so that...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 01-04-2024, 04:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,266
Posted By DJJ
Algae can bloom in your diesel fuel that’s in...

Algae can bloom in your diesel fuel that’s in your fuel bowl if the microbes have passed through the filter.

As I recall their is a test kit that had a gel type surface you put a sample of the...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 12-27-2023, 05:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,266
Posted By DJJ
Not saying that you have algae in your fuel tank...

Not saying that you have algae in your fuel tank but it is something to be knowledgeable of with diesel fuel. It is something that can be treated with an algaecide fuel additive. If you live near the...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 12-22-2023, 04:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,266
Posted By DJJ
The symptoms you described are classic for a...

The symptoms you described are classic for a restricted fuel filter(s).

Jeff
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 12-18-2023, 03:43 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 25,468
Posted By DJJ
Only suggestions I can give is to start a new...

Only suggestions I can give is to start a new post in the Newmar Owners section and possibly get more exposure to someone that has the same setup as you. Also Newmar Customer Support may be able to...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 12-15-2023, 05:59 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 25,468
Posted By DJJ
408984 Block heater on/off switch 2003 Dutch...

408984

Block heater on/off switch 2003 Dutch Star.

Sideways picture, still trying to figure things out after they did away with the phone app.


Jeff
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 12-13-2023, 12:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 551
Posted By DJJ
I have 2003 DS same chassis and motor. If you...

I have 2003 DS same chassis and motor. If you post some pictures of the wire your talking about or send me a pm I will look at my RV and see if I can find what it’s connection point is on my RV.
...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-13-2023, 11:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 527
Posted By DJJ
With wipers and other things not working maybe a...

With wipers and other things not working maybe a common ground point between the items?

Jeff
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-12-2023, 04:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 527
Posted By DJJ
If it was not for all your other stuff not...

If it was not for all your other stuff not working I would say to check your 40 amp inline fuse holder. They tend to corrode due to their location. On my 2003 DS, different chassis, the inline fuse...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-19-2023, 01:10 PM
Replies: 418
Views: 47,287
Posted By DJJ
I filed a complaint with NHTSA this past Sunday,...

I filed a complaint with NHTSA this past Sunday, 10/15.

Sun n Sand - I installed my battery disconnect today. My switch was wired backwards also so thanks for that bit of info and the ink pen...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-18-2023, 04:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 535
Posted By DJJ
He has a diesel generator, no spark plugs. But...

He has a diesel generator, no spark plugs. But you are correct the motor is not turning over.

Jeff
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-18-2023, 04:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 535
Posted By DJJ
Generator Doesn't Start

https://www.powertechgenerators.com/pages/generator-manuals



To get your exact manual. I’ve found Power Tech to have excellent customer service when contacting them in the past.



Jeff
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-15-2023, 04:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 535
Posted By DJJ
405106 I had the outside start switch go...

405106

I had the outside start switch go bad, disconnected the blue wire in the picture and that let the dash switch start my generator.

On my 2003 DS with a Power Tech Generator the relays for...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-13-2023, 03:24 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,411
Posted By DJJ
Newmar assigned the Dutch Star model name to both...

Newmar assigned the Dutch Star model name to both gas and diesel RV’s during your vintage coach.

List chassis and power will help get better responses to your problem.

Jeff
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 10-11-2023, 04:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 305
Posted By DJJ
Wess first thought is to try to reset your 5...

Wess first thought is to try to reset your 5 button thermostat. You can find the directions online.

Turn thermostat off

Press and hold the top and bottom button

Turn on the off on switch...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-08-2023, 04:03 PM
Replies: 418
Views: 47,287
Posted By DJJ
Sun n sand, thanks for the tip. This project has...

Sun n sand, thanks for the tip. This project has been on my to do list since we got back home.

Jeff
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-08-2023, 02:00 PM
Replies: 418
Views: 47,287
Posted By DJJ
2023 Equinox tires screech in cloverleaf onramp/offramp

Sun and Sand

“There is a trick to running the wire through a grommet of this type, but once you know it it isn't too bad.”

I’ll bite, what’s the trick?

Thanks for posting your installation...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-04-2023, 06:07 AM
Replies: 418
Views: 47,287
Posted By DJJ
I continued to disconnect the battery each time...

I continued to disconnect the battery each time towing for the remainder of our summer travels and never had the tire squeal occur.

Let us know how the Roadmaster battery disconnect switch...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-15-2023, 05:34 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 10,987
Posted By DJJ
Bill - thanks for the feedback. Jeff

Bill - thanks for the feedback.

Jeff
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-08-2023, 10:44 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,429
Posted By DJJ
Looking forward to see the results, as mentioned...

Looking forward to see the results, as mentioned I have to change one out too.

Jeff
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-07-2023, 01:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,429
Posted By DJJ
The PDF is for modifying the plenum to...

The PDF is for modifying the plenum to accommodate the Brisk Air ac units, I thought you bought the Penguin II ac units? The PDF file does not mention any others.


Jeff
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-07-2023, 12:20 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 10,987
Posted By DJJ
Changing the oil

402365

Holds 4 quarts, 1 quart markings, NAPA store had it in stock.

Don, M12 or M18 grease gun? I have been looking at them since I have a lot of M18 battery tools. Curious if the M12 works...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-07-2023, 07:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,429
Posted By DJJ
Replacing both AC units in 2002 Mountain Aire so which Thermostat?

I’m thinking the aluminum piece makes up the plenum and is what’s welded to the roof cross members underneath your roof membrane or fiberglass (which ever your RV has). Same as the black plastic...
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 09-03-2023, 06:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,125
Posted By DJJ
Hydrogen is on my build sheet.

Hydrogen is on my build sheet.
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 09-03-2023, 03:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,125
Posted By DJJ
Looking a little top heavy

402013
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-26-2023, 11:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 339
Posted By DJJ
Leaking jack front passanger 3910 2006 kountry star

I had my leaking ap9517 jack rebuilt 18 months ago by a local hydraulic shop here in Florida, took the jack in one day and picked it up the next.

Some shops will cut the cylinder top to reseal...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-24-2023, 03:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 480
Posted By DJJ
Thanks for the response. No evaporator was...

Thanks for the response.

No evaporator was not frozen and the thermistor was in place.

Compressor problem was Dometic tech support’s conclusion. Based on the amperage draw being lower then...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-23-2023, 01:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 480
Posted By DJJ
Rooftop AC not blowing cold air, compressor and fan running.

Dometic Penguin II, 13,500 btu.

Fan motor comes on, a short time later compressor starts. Compressor draws 8.7 amps. The evaporator never gets cool along with the return line going back to the...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 08-23-2023, 03:31 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,061
Posted By DJJ
Great, thanks for the update.

Great, thanks for the update.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-21-2023, 04:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,429
Posted By DJJ
In case your not aware, Newmar uses a cross over...

In case your not aware, Newmar uses a cross over gasket that separates the supply and return air in the plenum. That gasket has to be ordered from Newmar and is not supplied with your new ac unit.
...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-20-2023, 09:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 662
Posted By DJJ
Hydraulic jacks (HWH 310)

HWH 310 series jack’s work differently then you describe on my 2003 Dutch Star.

If not using the store button the up and down arrow work the jacks in pairs. Using the arrow button to lower the...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 08-12-2023, 07:34 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,061
Posted By DJJ
Wess, you might want to call the Freightliner 24...

Wess, you might want to call the Freightliner 24 hr hotline and see if they can email you a wiring diagram for your rv. I think the number is 1 800-FTL-HELP.

Since the 4 way flasher switch and the...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 08-09-2023, 04:45 PM
Replies: 418
Views: 47,287
Posted By DJJ
Ron, disconnecting the battery when towing has...

Ron, disconnecting the battery when towing has stopped the tire squeal problem.

GM wanted the positive cable disconnected. The best practice is to disconnect the negative cable first then the...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 08-05-2023, 09:41 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,061
Posted By DJJ
Turn signal Switch

On my 2003 DS DP the flasher relays are above the generator in a box that has a removable clear plexiglass front. Two relays, one for the turn signals and one for the four way flashers.



Jeff
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-05-2023, 06:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 961
Posted By DJJ
Good find. It’s great to make a repair that...

Good find. It’s great to make a repair that doesn’t cost anything but time.

If you have a second slide out, the controllers are interchangeable on our vintage of Newmar RV’s. Helps in...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-29-2023, 02:18 PM
Replies: 418
Views: 47,287
Posted By DJJ
Chris, That was the same reply to my...

Chris,

That was the same reply to my service manager from the engineer. Check to see that the owner is following the four down towing procedures correctly.

When I changed the oil last weekend...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 07-20-2023, 06:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 234
Posted By DJJ
Bull Run Regional Park in western part of Fairfax...

Bull Run Regional Park in western part of Fairfax County is open all year.

Jeff
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-06-2023, 11:59 AM
Replies: 418
Views: 47,287
Posted By DJJ
[QUOTE=NXR;6547019]That result makes zero sense...

[QUOTE=NXR;6547019]That result makes zero sense to me. When the motorhome is connected it provides 12 volts DC to exactly the same systems as having the battery connected. That's how the battery gets...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-04-2023, 04:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,382
Posted By DJJ
Google 2023 Equinox tire squeal on cloverleaf...

Google 2023 Equinox tire squeal on cloverleaf on-ramp/ off-ramp so you know what your in for when you do start to tow your Equinox.

Another thread in this section with info on the problem about a...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-22-2023, 04:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 457
Posted By DJJ
Help Please. My LR slide will not come in

On the slide controller circuit board is the potentiometer that adjusts with a small screw driver. Because you now have the bedroom slide plugged into your larger and heavier living room slide you...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-19-2023, 03:21 PM
Replies: 418
Views: 47,287
Posted By DJJ
My dealer told me to set the car up following the...

My dealer told me to set the car up following the manuals procedure. Then disconnect the battery. So the car is in neutral and in accessory mode when the battery is disconnected.

When I go to...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-19-2023, 09:53 AM
Replies: 418
Views: 47,287
Posted By DJJ
Yes, all the set up memory features are lost. I...

Yes, all the set up memory features are lost. I even have to roll the driver’s window down and back up to reprogram the windows before the other windows will work. The driver display prompts you on...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-18-2023, 01:40 PM
Replies: 418
Views: 47,287
Posted By DJJ
Thereyouare Today we had a short 100 mile...

Thereyouare

Today we had a short 100 mile trip and hit one clover leaf that should have caused the issue but did not.

So with the battery disconnected, I feel confident after 4 different days...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-17-2023, 03:56 AM
Replies: 418
Views: 47,287
Posted By DJJ
My 2023 equinox update. GM, by way of dealer...

My 2023 equinox update.

GM, by way of dealer asked me to disconnect the battery positive cable when towing and report back. Three travel days over the past two weeks and the tire squeal problem...
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 05-26-2023, 05:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 953
Posted By DJJ
Baseball fans

393853
Showing results 1 to 50 of 478
Page 1 of 10 1 2345678910

 
Forum Jump
» Featured Campgrounds

Reviews provided by


All times are GMT -6. The time now is 05:41 PM.

Contact Us - Home - Archive - RVLife - Community Rules - Terms of Service - Privacy - Accessibility - Top

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8 Beta 1
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.