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Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 08-21-2020, 10:25 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 25,356
Posted By Waiter21
Thanks... You probably have the 5 speed...

Thanks... You probably have the 5 speed transmission. If so, you may consider the 5 star tune, This will alter the shifting points and I believe they modify throttle response. but that's about...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 08-21-2020, 07:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,821
Posted By Waiter21
Easy Peasy, maybe... The old line can be...

Easy Peasy, maybe...

The old line can be removed and taken to any hydraulic shop (i..e Parker store) and they can make you a new one. Do a google search for something liker hydraulic hose repair,...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 08-21-2020, 06:59 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,273
Posted By Waiter21
EXCELLENT - Since the original TSB parts are no...

EXCELLENT - Since the original TSB parts are no longer available, many people have put together their own system to get the intake up high and out of the rain and splashing. Whatever you do, make...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 08-21-2020, 06:51 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 25,356
Posted By Waiter21
Welcome to the forum. What year is your...

Welcome to the forum.

What year is your chassis???
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-21-2020, 06:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 384
Posted By Waiter21
Welcome to the forum. What year is your...

Welcome to the forum.

What year is your Bounder???
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-02-2020, 11:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,018
Posted By Waiter21
My ole Mirada had one 13.5 btu A/C unit. After...

My ole Mirada had one 13.5 btu A/C unit. After making several mods, it would keep the inside cool, when it was 115 outside.

I tinted all the windows using a 20% tint (blocks 99% IR). I made...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 08-02-2020, 11:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,311
Posted By Waiter21
The system capacity is 8 gallons. When I...

The system capacity is 8 gallons.

When I flushed mine, I open the radiator drain and remove the overflow cap. This drains about 4 gallons. I refilled with water, ran it with heater full blast...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 08-02-2020, 10:50 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,891
Posted By Waiter21
I have the same year and model F53 that you have....

I have the same year and model F53 that you have.

Yes, I monitor trans temp with my smartphone and the Torque App..

I use a bluetooth scanner plugged into the OBDII connector.

On the Torque...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 08-01-2020, 01:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,495
Posted By Waiter21
I was probably looking into it when I discovered...

I was probably looking into it when I discovered I didn't have a integral cooler in the radiator , but now that I'm aware of the problem and how to minimize it, it kind of took a back burner.
...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-01-2020, 01:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,035
Posted By Waiter21
Put everything in writing so all partners know...

Put everything in writing so all partners know exactly what the rules are. Scheduling will most likely be the number one issue. I believe our agreement dealt with this nicely, as we never had any...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-01-2020, 01:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,035
Posted By Waiter21
FOUND IT ...

FOUND IT

https://iflyez.com/DOWNLOAD/Partnership.txt

Glancing through it, basically replace the airplane with the RV.

Fixed costs would be things like storage, license, insurance, etc
...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-01-2020, 12:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,035
Posted By Waiter21
I've owned several aircraft in small partnerships...

I've owned several aircraft in small partnerships ( 2 - 6 people) and have often wondered why I never seen more of this with RVs.


I though I had a copy of our aircraft partnershiop agreement on...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 08-01-2020, 11:54 AM
Replies: 849
Views: 100,218
Posted By Waiter21
I don't know of any faster way to suck asphalt...

I don't know of any faster way to suck asphalt than to start taking photos of our plane. :-)

This was usually more of a problem when we landed at a Navy base. They don't see something like this...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-01-2020, 11:44 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 15,004
Posted By Waiter21
I agree it would be good to know how/why it got...

I agree it would be good to know how/why it got plugged. I asked the OP this immediately after he said he fixed it, but it appears all posting after that are still aimed at solving the original...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-01-2020, 11:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,017
Posted By Waiter21
Retract the slides, retract the jacks, pull in...

Retract the slides, retract the jacks, pull in the awnings, Tighten everything down as if I'm getting ready to head down the road. visually inspect to see if anything is going to fall or get blown...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-01-2020, 11:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,576
Posted By Waiter21
Looks like you solved the problem. I did it...

Looks like you solved the problem.

I did it in a similar way. My Generator has two circuits, a 30 amp feeds the normal circuit breaker panel. then a separate 20 amp circuit feeds the rear A/C...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 08-01-2020, 08:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 716
Posted By Waiter21
On mine (Power Gear), in order to turn it on: ...

On mine (Power Gear), in order to turn it on:

IGN must be ON, start the engine, as the pump draws a LOT of current.
Park brake SET
Transmission in P or N
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 08-01-2020, 07:59 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,530
Posted By Waiter21
I've had very good luck with Dell Refurbished. ...

I've had very good luck with Dell Refurbished. Goto their page and register. A few times a year they do a 50% off.

Regardless of what you get, I highly recommend a Solid State drive. low...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 08-01-2020, 07:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,495
Posted By Waiter21
My recommendations: 1) Do the TSB. The...

My recommendations:

1) Do the TSB. The special harness called out for in the TSB is no longer available but you can use the existing harness, I cut and spliced the ground wires to one piece of...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 08-01-2020, 06:33 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,495
Posted By Waiter21
house2go, After reading your #11 post, I believe...

house2go, After reading your #11 post, I believe you have two issues that are causing your problems. Please read carefully

1) You said that the VSS was showing 50mph, even though the vehicle...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-01-2020, 06:04 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 15,004
Posted By Waiter21
In post #38, the OP reported the cat converter...

In post #38, the OP reported the cat converter was plugged. He replaced it and the issue was resolved.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-01-2020, 06:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 630
Posted By Waiter21
If the lights are working on shore power, your...

If the lights are working on shore power, your converter is doing its job.

It sounds like your coach battery connect/disconnect is not connecting the coach battery.

To provide any detailed...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-01-2020, 05:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,649
Posted By Waiter21
I suspect the polarity is reversed. You may need...

I suspect the polarity is reversed. You may need to remove the fixture and swap the wires.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 08-01-2020, 05:47 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,481
Posted By Waiter21
I've taken this route several times with my...

I've taken this route several times with my Mirada and Southwind (both F53 V10/4R100).

Nice drive, only peculiarity is climbing to the Eisenhower tunnel, I usually make those last few miles...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 07-31-2020, 11:24 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 14,214
Posted By Waiter21
I believe most 5ers have a "landing gear" ...

I believe most 5ers have a "landing gear" (drives me nuts.. :-) :-) :-) Three green...

Air Brakes I imagine these huge boards coming out the side of a motorhome to help slow it down.
Forum: Just Conversation 07-31-2020, 11:20 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,776
Posted By Waiter21
We live out in the country, When we go camping, ...

We live out in the country, When we go camping, we do it at a mall parking lot in the middle of the big city.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 07-31-2020, 10:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 665
Posted By Waiter21
Montana = high altitude = lower boiling point ...

Montana = high altitude = lower boiling point
Hot day = lower boiling point
Add this to what Skip426 said.


Any codes set?

Change the air filter, clean the MAF sensor.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 07-31-2020, 07:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,354
Posted By Waiter21
I installed two Roadmaster's (Cooper tire) on my...

I installed two Roadmaster's (Cooper tire) on my Southwind three years ago.

245/70R 19.5

I'm looking to buy two more tires this year. I'll either get two more Roadmasters, or possibly Toyo's....
Forum: Vintage RV's 07-31-2020, 07:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,231
Posted By Waiter21
Welcome to the forum. Yes, two items I'll...

Welcome to the forum.

Yes, two items I'll mention.

1) It MUST be a low pressure pump designed for a carb. I believe these are in the 6psi range.

2) mount the pump as low as safely...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-31-2020, 06:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,907
Posted By Waiter21
On my Southwind, the plumbing for my shower...

On my Southwind, the plumbing for my shower drain to the gray tank is flat, there is no slope. I haven't had it happen to me, but I've heard other Southwind owners report their shower wouldn't...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-31-2020, 06:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,495
Posted By Waiter21
Code.. Any codes set???

Code.. Any codes set???
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 07-30-2020, 06:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 716
Posted By Waiter21
What leveling system do you have? i.e. mine is a...

What leveling system do you have? i.e. mine is a Power Gear.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-30-2020, 05:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,907
Posted By Waiter21
really dumb question.. Are you level?

really dumb question.. Are you level?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-30-2020, 05:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,343
Posted By Waiter21
p0174 is a lean code. the O2 sensor is...

p0174 is a lean code. the O2 sensor is attempting to correct for a lean mixture by making changes to the air fuel mixture table, but the correction required is excessive.

This is usually caused...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-30-2020, 10:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,741
Posted By Waiter21
I didn't look at mine to see if I could get to it...

I didn't look at mine to see if I could get to it when everything is installed. I just can't get my fat head far enough forward under the dog house to look at anything. :-)

I believe it looks...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-30-2020, 10:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,741
Posted By Waiter21
Buy a new sensor, plug it in, and wire tie it...

Buy a new sensor, plug it in, and wire tie it to something.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-30-2020, 10:02 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,343
Posted By Waiter21
You just found the problem.... The sensor on the...

You just found the problem.... The sensor on the top is the one that reports vehicle speed.

Yes, this would certainly give you the speedo bounce, and could cause an abrupt transmission shift....
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-30-2020, 08:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,533
Posted By Waiter21
Years ago when traveling I-5 between San Jose and...

Years ago when traveling I-5 between San Jose and LA, I'd see this often on I-5 descending down from the Grapevine.

In my MH, my rule, at the very, very first sign of brakes fading, immediately...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 07-30-2020, 08:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,697
Posted By Waiter21
Congratulations. I think :-) :-)

Congratulations. I think :-) :-)
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-30-2020, 07:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,256
Posted By Waiter21
I'm not sure about the swivel.. In my 2001...

I'm not sure about the swivel.. In my 2001 Mirada, the seats were horrible, uncomfortable. I found two seats out of a Saturn Vue, made adapter plates for them, and mounted them in place of the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-30-2020, 07:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,275
Posted By Waiter21
On my 2001 30 ft Mirada (Ford F53 chassis) , ...

On my 2001 30 ft Mirada (Ford F53 chassis) , doing the CHF significantly improved the sway/handling. The next biggest improvement was when I replaced the shocks. They were completely worn out, no...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-30-2020, 07:09 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,343
Posted By Waiter21
Vehicle speed is either from the ABS sensor on...

Vehicle speed is either from the ABS sensor on top of the differential (early V10/4R100) or its own dedicated VSS sensor on top of the transmission in later V10/4R100. Look toward the left side on...
Forum: Damon 07-30-2020, 05:58 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,733
Posted By Waiter21
Another thought. If I recall, Ford put an ID...

Another thought. If I recall, Ford put an ID plate on the radiator support. Its a small sheet metal plate, maybe 2x3 inches, and its riveted to the radiator support. Look under the hood, and look...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-29-2020, 01:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,741
Posted By Waiter21
This should help. I have my original high...

This should help. I have my original high resolution image if you need it
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-29-2020, 01:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,741
Posted By Waiter21
In Pix #5, I believe the two barbed tubes are...

In Pix #5, I believe the two barbed tubes are the DPFE sensor lines. These should go to the EGR tube, the other end goes to the DPFE sensor.

I have a LOT of photos of mine when I repaired the...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-29-2020, 01:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,741
Posted By Waiter21
I'm pretty sure in Pix#3, the blue connector with...

I'm pretty sure in Pix#3, the blue connector with the chewed off gray wire is (was) the knock sensor. I believe I have a photo of it when I redid my exhaust manifold bolts. Mine has a blue...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-29-2020, 01:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,659
Posted By Waiter21
YUP, thats it.. I buy propane there all the...

YUP, thats it.. I buy propane there all the time. Get there first thing in the morning, mid week. and usually beat the crowd. :-)
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 07-29-2020, 12:38 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,621
Posted By Waiter21
On my car, its all around the tire, I suspect his...

On my car, its all around the tire, I suspect his is the same...
Forum: Just Conversation 07-29-2020, 10:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 658
Posted By Waiter21
This is my understanding.. The highest of...

This is my understanding..

The highest of the two amounts. Her benefit, or your "Full Retirement Age" (FRA) amount, whichever is higher.

I don't believe its how much you're drawing, I believe...
Forum: Vintage RV's 07-29-2020, 07:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 808
Posted By Waiter21
WOW - Welcome to the forum. Looks like you have...

WOW - Welcome to the forum. Looks like you have some work cut out for you.
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