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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-18-2015, 07:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 900
Posted By Grandpere
I don't know how they wired up your clearance...

I don't know how they wired up your clearance lights, Most of them use a common ground line, but others, like my MH use separate ground wires for different sections. When the lights went out on the...
Forum: Vintage RV's 12-14-2015, 06:06 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 26,809
Posted By Grandpere
I chose vintage because of lower taxes,...

I chose vintage because of lower taxes, registration, and they look so much nicer than the current velveta boxes on wheels. I look at new ones and think it would be nice to have a DP, a w/d, a tag...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 12-14-2015, 12:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 984
Posted By Grandpere
The only suggestion I can give is a warning about...

The only suggestion I can give is a warning about I40 through Arkansas, it is horrible, lots of pot holes and rough sections that will jar your fillings loose and screw up a front end alignment. I...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-06-2015, 02:30 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,603
Posted By Grandpere
We had GS for one year and had three breakdowns...

We had GS for one year and had three breakdowns and they always came through. The problem I had with them is that each breakdown was two at 3 hours and one at 6 hours wait for help to show up. For...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 11-23-2015, 01:26 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,997
Posted By Grandpere
Ground problems, no matter what the year, make or...

Ground problems, no matter what the year, make or type, will drive one to drinking. Just got done doing an eight hour hunt and repair, of grounds, on my MH to get all the lights on the rear end to...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-23-2015, 01:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,542
Posted By Grandpere
The only thing I will add is this, make sure that...

The only thing I will add is this, make sure that the dolly you get has either electric or surge brakes. Most states require you have brakes on 3000 or more pounds, but Idaho, I think it is, requires...
Forum: RV'ing On A Budget 11-22-2015, 08:20 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 21,117
Posted By Grandpere
Cannot agrees more, I would not do it, not even...

Cannot agrees more, I would not do it, not even for my best friend!
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-08-2015, 03:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,869
Posted By Grandpere
Granted my Southwind is a 1987 but the bypass...

Granted my Southwind is a 1987 but the bypass valve is located under the sink, behind a panel. I have to remove the screws to remove the panel to access the bypass valve. Not intuitive or handy...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-24-2015, 04:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 735
Posted By Grandpere
Are you sure you have a half tank of propane? ...

Are you sure you have a half tank of propane? The gauge on our tank was stuck at 3/4 full, and yet I could not get anything to light up. I hit the tank and there was this dreaded hollow sound. ...
Forum: Vintage RV's 03-15-2015, 10:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 878
Posted By Grandpere
Yes, there is a clamp holding the steering column...

Yes, there is a clamp holding the steering column like yours.

So yes, I have movement in our MH steering shaft. As you said, the steering is not effected, but there is considerable steering...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-15-2015, 04:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 749
Posted By Grandpere
Save your money! Literally, put the money spent...

Save your money! Literally, put the money spent on having an extended warranty into the bank. You will have the money to be self insured on repairs plus you will be getting the interest off that...
Forum: Vintage RV's 03-15-2015, 04:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 878
Posted By Grandpere
Do you mean the steering column or the shaft that...

Do you mean the steering column or the shaft that goes down through the steering column?
Forum: Vintage RV's 03-15-2015, 04:35 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,694
Posted By Grandpere
If the vanity plates are available our toad will...

If the vanity plates are available our toad will be "Push Me" and the MH will be "Pull U" from Dr. Doolittle. Until then the MH is called Betsy, after the horse I had as a child.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-06-2015, 11:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,600
Posted By Grandpere
there is no one tire store or brand that is...

there is no one tire store or brand that is "best", you need to read the tire threads on this and other forums to get a feel for what success people have had and what they paid out-the-door. ...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-03-2015, 09:36 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 14,097
Posted By Grandpere
First off, the pin weight is going to be more...

First off, the pin weight is going to be more than the 1500 payload capacity of the truck when you get the trailer loaded. If you insist on towing a trailer get a TT, the hitch weight is about 10%...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-03-2015, 09:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,184
Posted By Grandpere
Heat pump work by pulling heat out of the air. ...

Heat pump work by pulling heat out of the air. Being it was 47 degrees there was not much to be had so the peat pump may have been working extra hard to get what heat it could. I am no fan of heat...
Forum: Jayco Owner's Forum 03-03-2015, 09:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,353
Posted By Grandpere
As long as you have shore power, leave the...

As long as you have shore power, leave the batteries connected and if they have fill caps check the water level weekly. It is what we do with our MH.
Forum: Vintage RV's 03-03-2015, 08:02 AM
Replies: 6,923
Views: 1,220,302
Posted By Grandpere
Only 2 hours??? Our experience with them on 3...

Only 2 hours??? Our experience with them on 3 different tows was 4 hours, one of them sitting on the side of a very busy freeway on the outskirts of Omaha, NB. We also have moved to Coach Net, and...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-03-2015, 02:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,032
Posted By Grandpere
I think that you will play heck trying to get a...

I think that you will play heck trying to get a king mattress through the door, much less up the stairs. Plus as JethroHeller said, 16 inches is a lot of width to contend with.
Forum: Just Conversation 03-02-2015, 03:20 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 7,915
Posted By Grandpere
I have to agree with Stan5711, the internet and...

I have to agree with Stan5711, the internet and the cell phone and the smart phone. 59
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 03-02-2015, 12:42 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,090
Posted By Grandpere
We have Firestone air bags on our MH and it gives...

We have Firestone air bags on our MH and it gives us a 3 inch lift when fully pumped up. So from our experience you should get the lift you are looking for.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 03-02-2015, 12:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,357
Posted By Grandpere
When I was younger my folks pulled their 35 foot...

When I was younger my folks pulled their 35 foot TT with a Suburban on that route and basically there was no problems. Of course that was in the late 60s early 70s so traffic and road changes have...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 03-01-2015, 04:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,565
Posted By Grandpere
You need dehumidifiers, we have a 30 footer and...

You need dehumidifiers, we have a 30 footer and use 2, one in front and the other in the back. Here is a link to what we use, they are small and do not take up much room.
...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-01-2015, 04:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 662
Posted By Grandpere
Try this link: ...

Try this link:
https://www.irv2.com/forums/f65/links-to-older-manuals-and-informational-links-49388.html

Good Luck
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 03-01-2015, 04:18 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,559
Posted By Grandpere
They are both comparable in pulling power. The...

They are both comparable in pulling power. The big problem you are going to have is with the short box. I am not familiar with 5th wheel hitches but my Son has a goose neck setup in his F250 with a...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-28-2015, 11:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 908
Posted By Grandpere
Most KOAs are open year round, However I don't...

Most KOAs are open year round, However I don't know if there are any where you are wanting to stop.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-28-2015, 01:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,821
Posted By Grandpere
We have both AAA RV Premiere & Coach Net...

We have both AAA RV Premiere & Coach Net Premiere. The reason is that both provide good service, but not in all situations. If one of them fails us, it is our hope that the other one will come...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-26-2015, 02:05 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,795
Posted By Grandpere
Just make sure he understands that you want 50...

Just make sure he understands that you want 50 amp 120 volt and NOT 50 amp 240 volt.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-26-2015, 02:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,127
Posted By Grandpere
Repair insurance is not worthy the money one...

Repair insurance is not worthy the money one spends on them. Take the money and put it in the bank. You will have a good size nest egg and will still be able to do all your own repairs, Insurance...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-26-2015, 02:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 812
Posted By Grandpere
Most people recommend Bilsteins, I went with...

Most people recommend Bilsteins, I went with Monroe HD shocks and am quite pleased with them and they were cheaper in price.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 02-26-2015, 02:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,229
Posted By Grandpere
If it were me, I would go with 19.5 rim and...

If it were me, I would go with 19.5 rim and 245/70r19.5 truck tires. They will not ride any harsher than the 20 inch, will not stick out past the wheel well, and will give you many more miles of...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 02-25-2015, 07:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,611
Posted By Grandpere
My advice is to walk away. Our 1987 had 34000...

My advice is to walk away. Our 1987 had 34000 miles on it when we bought it 2 years ago. There are too many used outfits out there to buy something that has that many miles. Keep looking and Good...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 02-24-2015, 01:17 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,608
Posted By Grandpere
Don't need to do all that work, everyone will...

Don't need to do all that work, everyone will just purchase what they like. Dodge has the strongest drive train in a diesel setup, Ford has the best truck for reliability in a gas version, and Chevy...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-24-2015, 01:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 671
Posted By Grandpere
On our 87 Southwind on a Chevy P30 chassis has...

On our 87 Southwind on a Chevy P30 chassis has all the front light wiring going through the left front tire area. I would look around the tire that blew out for any damaged wiring. Sorry, I do not...
Forum: Vintage RV's 02-23-2015, 05:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,501
Posted By Grandpere
TGhe majority of my stuff for the chassis comes...

TGhe majority of my stuff for the chassis comes from O'Rieley Auto Parts, MH stuff is usually through an RV dealer and if not there I go to one of the used RV salvage parts places.
Forum: Palazzo Motorhomes 02-22-2015, 10:44 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,568
Posted By Grandpere
Frozen batteries = warped plates which = shorted...

Frozen batteries = warped plates which = shorted out cells. Becareful thawing them out, there is a good chance that they will leak all over the place as the liquid expands and has no place to go.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-22-2015, 08:34 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,812
Posted By Grandpere
MH's name is Betsy, after my horse I had way back...

MH's name is Betsy, after my horse I had way back when, and Gertrude is the name of the annoying voice on our GPS. LOL
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-22-2015, 08:29 PM
Replies: 380
Views: 68,861
Posted By Grandpere
The trooper asked and your friend said yes, there...

The trooper asked and your friend said yes, there for it is legal. As for searching all MHs? maybe the Colombian drug lords are mixing pleasure with business now. Sounds like a bogus excuse to me.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-22-2015, 10:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,065
Posted By Grandpere
Call Fleetwood service dept., they may have...

Call Fleetwood service dept., they may have access to what you want. Otherwise you will have to download and print all the manuals for your MH from each manufacturer.
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 02-22-2015, 10:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,645
Posted By Grandpere
Thank you all for your advice. We missed giving...

Thank you all for your advice. We missed giving our cat some stuff we got from the vet one day and the cat did just fine. So we completed the rest of our trip not giving him anything and he never...
Forum: Vintage RV's 02-20-2015, 06:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,501
Posted By Grandpere
Brown stripes is what we have, and I dislike...

Brown stripes is what we have, and I dislike brown. Hence the change to white and dark red.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 02-20-2015, 05:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,951
Posted By Grandpere
I had new airbags installed on our MH, and the...

I had new airbags installed on our MH, and the recommended pressure for the front airbags is 40 PSI.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-19-2015, 11:37 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 568,553
Posted By Grandpere
This is the way we would approach the question. ...

This is the way we would approach the question. Buying too little of a truck severely limits the 5ers you can look at. So find the trailer, then get the truck to tow it. AND do not get the minimum...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 02-19-2015, 08:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,458
Posted By Grandpere
Sounds to me like the drain valve for the water...

Sounds to me like the drain valve for the water tank is open. Look around your water tank , there should be a valve for draining it, close it and see what happens.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-19-2015, 12:28 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,149
Posted By Grandpere
We bought a Master Tow Dolly, we are at least the...

We bought a Master Tow Dolly, we are at least the 3rd owners of it, and except for needing new tires, it has not given us any problems. Master Tow Dollys are tough and reliable, if ours is any...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 02-19-2015, 12:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,466
Posted By Grandpere
Cargo carry capacity (CCC) is the main reason we...

Cargo carry capacity (CCC) is the main reason we went with a class A instead of a class C. That 1 ton or 1.5 ton vehicle is already loaded to capacity, and by the time you fill the propane tank,...
Forum: Vintage RV's 02-18-2015, 11:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,501
Posted By Grandpere
I used a 1300 watt heat gun with a set of plastic...

I used a 1300 watt heat gun with a set of plastic scrapers and an eraser wheel I got from Cornwall Tools. I did most of the work with the heat gun and scrapers because the eraser wheel was sooooo...
Forum: Vintage RV's 02-18-2015, 08:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,501
Posted By Grandpere
I have pulled out all the carpet out of ours and...

I have pulled out all the carpet out of ours and will be putting in laminate flooring. I am currently taking off all the decals in preparation to getting her repainted.
Forum: Vintage RV's 02-17-2015, 10:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,501
Posted By Grandpere
Nice looking rig, and our 87 Southwind is also a...

Nice looking rig, and our 87 Southwind is also a continuous work in progress.
Forum: Vintage RV's 02-14-2015, 07:30 PM
Replies: 6,923
Views: 1,220,302
Posted By Grandpere
I got the stripe decals off the MH in preparation...

I got the stripe decals off the MH in preparation for getting it painted. Trying to save some money. It is going to be expensive with all the fiberglass repair, but I can save some money by doing...
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