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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-08-2024, 04:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 370
Posted By Tricolor
2 more choices

Check Jayco Precept 31UL & Coachmen 315KS.
Very similar floor plans with a 50'' televator and split bathroom.
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 03-08-2024, 01:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,690
Posted By Tricolor
After one year of installation

I have driven close to 10K miles since the install and am very pleased.

As mentioned in my previous post, the original specs on my MH already made it easy to handle. So I was aiming for better...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-24-2024, 05:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 792
Posted By Tricolor
I had the rear Kelderman upgrade installed at...

I had the rear Kelderman upgrade installed at their facility last year... It made a difference worth the price.

Unforunetly they haven't made the front one available for the newer f53 chassis...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 12-09-2023, 12:14 PM
Replies: 1
Coachmen: Mirada group
Views: 406
Posted By Tricolor
Pursuit, Mirada, Encore

All the declinations of all 3 models use the same appliances and electronics, so you may check any thread relative to Class A gas RV.

Other than that...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-09-2023, 07:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 291
Posted By Tricolor
Thanks for the replies. I suspected that using...

Thanks for the replies. I suspected that using the A/C in thermopump mode wouldn't be affected much by the high winds generated while driving.
I just wanted to make sure.

But considering the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-08-2023, 07:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 291
Posted By Tricolor
Propane furnace OR thermopump while driving in cold weather?

I know that a propane furnace can be used while driving and that it will heat up the whole coach as well as some critical basement compartment.

I also know that the Gen can be activated and allow...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 03-09-2023, 03:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,690
Posted By Tricolor
Precision: By roll I mean body lean, specially at...

Precision: By roll I mean body lean, specially at slow speed
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 03-09-2023, 01:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,690
Posted By Tricolor
Having evaluating the options, I decided to make...

Having evaluating the options, I decided to make the most out of my new rig without ruining my budget.

April 10th, Kelderman will install their rear kit only. A Front kit is not available for the...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 01-03-2023, 11:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,346
Posted By Tricolor
Since 2021, if you register online, they e-mail...

Since 2021, if you register online, they e-mail you a printable PDF instead of the window sticker.
I received mine last year for my previous RV but didn't go to Mexico because of Covid. When I...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 01-02-2023, 10:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,346
Posted By Tricolor
I planed to get all my paperwork ready a few days...

I planed to get all my paperwork ready a few days B4 I cross the border with the RV & toad. I understand this is all done at km21 or in Nogales,MX?
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 01-02-2023, 06:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,346
Posted By Tricolor
Hi Jim, You just gave me a good suggestion......

Hi Jim, You just gave me a good suggestion... Leaving Tucson at 7h am, how many hours should I count to get to San Carlos considering that I like to stop and stretch every 2 hours drive.

Also, is...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 01-02-2023, 03:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,346
Posted By Tricolor
Well, I watched a few Youtuber crossing the...

Well, I watched a few Youtuber crossing the border and feel confident about not loosing my vigilence and my patiente :) crossing the border by myself.

I might choose San Carlos rather than...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 01-02-2023, 10:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,346
Posted By Tricolor
You may refer to Banjercito to obtain your permit...

You may refer to Banjercito to obtain your permit on line:
https://www.banjercito.com.mx/registroVehiculos/#

As I recall, the permit for a RV is valid for 10 years and insurance is cheaper for an...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 01-02-2023, 10:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,346
Posted By Tricolor
When I had my 26ft no toad, I was less nervous...

When I had my 26ft no toad, I was less nervous about choosing the wrong lane.
Whit a longer RV towing a car, I am cautious.

Anyway, thanks for sharing your experience and enjoy the winter under a...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 12-24-2022, 04:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,346
Posted By Tricolor
Mexico: Nogales to Puerto Vallarta

Hi, I departed Montreal end of October and will be in Tucson early January.
I plan to cross the Mexican border around mid-January through Nogales.

I wish to travel with someone else who has...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-23-2022, 07:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,077
Posted By Tricolor
No. My RV handles fine. I only want to soften the...

No. My RV handles fine. I only want to soften the ride and am not ready to go for Liquid Spring.

I contacted MORryde and the Manager says they are booked until August 2023.
That means I have...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-22-2022, 02:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,077
Posted By Tricolor
Yes, they sent me a questionnaire via an e-mail....

Yes, they sent me a questionnaire via an e-mail. I filled the questionnaire with all pertinent measurements.
They gave me a kit number and quoted me a price for installation as well.
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-22-2022, 01:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,077
Posted By Tricolor
MORryde RS / RSX Suspension for F53

Hi,

Has anyone upgraded their F53 rear suspension by adding the Rubber Sheer spring (RS) system on their RV?

I was supposed to have it done about 5 years ago on my 26HE Vista but had a...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 09-21-2022, 05:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,563
Posted By Tricolor
I traded my 2013 Winnebago for a 2022 Coachmen...

I traded my 2013 Winnebago for a 2022 Coachmen Mirada and I am surprised by the workmenship. Of course I have a list of warrenty repairs to submit when I will be in Elkart... but I am satisfied by...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-21-2022, 05:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,719
Posted By Tricolor
From V10 on a 16K chassis

I have not done any modification on my 2022 chassis and it handles so much better than my 2013 Vista after $6K of modifications/improvments.

Of course my new RV rolls on Michelin 22.5 vs 19.5 Good...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-07-2022, 06:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,033
Posted By Tricolor
Indeed! It is the EXT/TV/GFI

Indeed! It is the EXT/TV/GFI
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 09-06-2022, 05:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 360
Posted By Tricolor
I need the shade to be powered because the window...

I need the shade to be powered because the window is wide but also high enough not to be able to reach the roll while driving during pre-sunset hours... hum, may be not, if a attach a cord to the...
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 09-06-2022, 03:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 360
Posted By Tricolor
Day shades upgrade

Hi, my new MH only comes with night shades and I would like to add the day shade option.
Do I have to replace the all shade or can I simply add a new roll in parrallel?
Is there usually enough room...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-06-2022, 12:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,033
Posted By Tricolor
- My 2000w, although purchased years ago for...

- My 2000w, although purchased years ago for another project that never saw the light, is still brand new, therefore free! But indeed, a smaller one would have met my needs.

- I have already...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-06-2022, 10:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,033
Posted By Tricolor
Final set-up

I have not received all the components yet, but here's my plan.

- I will have a 70A Breaker fed directly on + of the house batteries. It will be mounted in the opposite compartment where all the...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-02-2022, 02:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,033
Posted By Tricolor
Those two circumstances are the reason I am...

Those two circumstances are the reason I am consulting on this acive and ressourceful forum.

I will look into the proposed solutions, thanks to all contributers.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-02-2022, 11:14 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,033
Posted By Tricolor
But there also are the theater seats, Starlink...

But there also are the theater seats, Starlink dish and Tablo OTA that need 120V and these are nowhere near the TV. I don't like the idea of running extention cords on the floor or underneath and...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-02-2022, 10:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,033
Posted By Tricolor
2000W inverter feeding AC directly through a receptacle?

Hi, I am planning a simple way to provide AC to my TV while off the grid.

I figure I could feed the AC to the circuit identified as General/TV (on my main panel) by simply plugging a small...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 08-21-2022, 02:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,125
Posted By Tricolor
Same here! Will it resist sudden and strong pull...

Same here! Will it resist sudden and strong pull of the steering in a tire blowout situation?
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 08-16-2022, 10:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,626
Posted By Tricolor
F53 Anti-Sway bar brackets

Ask them to retorque the bolts that secure the swaybar brackets.
It is a very common flaw:

https://www.irv2.com/forums/f23/another-f-53-v8-rear-sway-bar-bushing-problem-550304.html
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-15-2022, 07:07 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,509
Posted By Tricolor
I've recently gone through the same research and...

I've recently gone through the same research and ended up buying what seemed best for but ended up with a floorplan that has a hidden flaw: I cannot use the bedroom whithout fully extending the...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 08-13-2022, 01:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,193
Posted By Tricolor
I have been using mine on a Honda Fit and could...

I have been using mine on a Honda Fit and could never ''feel'' when the Brake Buddy was getting in action. Now towing a Lincoln MKX wich is twice the weight, I still could not tell when it is...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-23-2022, 11:34 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,721
Posted By Tricolor
[QUOTE=GypsyR;6056083]Currently the alternator...

[QUOTE=GypsyR;6056083]Currently the alternator charges all batteries. Shore/generator only charge the house batteries.)

Same here and my rig isn't vintage yet!

Thanks to the OP for inquiring...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 01-04-2022, 08:18 AM
Replies: 36
Coachmen: New Encore 325SS
Views: 11,187
Posted By Tricolor
Hi Paul, I have a Mirada 315KS on order and...

Hi Paul, I have a Mirada 315KS on order and apreciate all the information you shared because that specific model has many features similar to your Encore.

Upon delivery, I will spend at least a...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 05-06-2020, 06:42 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,039
Posted By Tricolor
Harvard, this was my first impression right after...

Harvard, this was my first impression right after the new Michelin were installed.
600miles later, I either got used to it or the alignment improved on it's own, anyway I am truly satisfied with the...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 02-16-2020, 09:55 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,875
Posted By Tricolor
Tejay, precisely what model of Toyo were...

Tejay, precisely what model of Toyo were installed?
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 02-10-2020, 06:01 PM
Replies: 669
Views: 491,113
Posted By Tricolor
Had a friend who torqued those bolts then drove...

Had a friend who torqued those bolts then drove from FL to OH and back in the fall and they were loose again.




:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 01-08-2020, 03:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,777
Posted By Tricolor
That should be standard with ALL gas RV...

That should be standard with ALL gas RV manufacturers! I am sure that it does more than cuts vibrations (like Miramar does according to JHarrell), it probably dampens shocks in a small proportion.
...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 01-06-2020, 07:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,777
Posted By Tricolor
Thanks Tejay for your insight. I know the...

Thanks Tejay for your insight.

I know the problem with gradual modifications is that you can't really qualify the improvement. But I would assume that if you repeated your experiments, it must...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 01-05-2020, 09:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,777
Posted By Tricolor
Are all home frame welded on F53 chassis?

In some cases like Winnebago, the Home frame sits right on top of the chassis frame without any noise/vibration absorption of any kind.
The result, we know: all road imperfections are directly...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 08-08-2019, 07:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,571
Posted By Tricolor
Sumo or Sumo Maxim

I agree with the above recommandations.
But if you choose to go for the Sumo's and the specific model of your RV allows for the Maxim, have them installed instead of the 2 pieces Sumo.
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-15-2019, 06:16 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,039
Posted By Tricolor
Too bad you did not experience the benefits of...

Too bad you did not experience the benefits of the Sumo Springs... were they the Maxim version?

Anyway, thanks for sharing your observations with the Kenderman.
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-01-2019, 10:39 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,039
Posted By Tricolor
I assure you that I am not justifying the extra...

I assure you that I am not justifying the extra cost of the Michelin: they are making a HUGE difference in noise and comfort. On the bad side, they induce a feeling of looseness in the streering but...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-24-2019, 03:43 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,039
Posted By Tricolor
Hi, I am the OP and have finally completed my...

Hi, I am the OP and have finally completed my quest for a better ride .
I am happy with the result and want to share the steps involved:
1* CHF Front (with longer links) & Rear
2* Added weight...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-13-2019, 02:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 711
Posted By Tricolor
I just had mine done for under $100 at a truck...

I just had mine done for under $100 at a truck spring shop equipped for larger rigs.
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-12-2017, 07:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,236
Posted By Tricolor
I read all that is written about F53 shocks and...

I read all that is written about F53 shocks and first decided to with the Monroe Magnum. They are generally smoother on average situations but no better on rough roads.

Two years later, I did my...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-02-2017, 05:31 AM
Replies: 402
Views: 50,286
Posted By Tricolor
Consult this tread, it has a lot of useful...

Consult this tread, it has a lot of useful information:

https://www.irv2.com/forums/f23/track-bar-rear-diy-for-f-53-chassis-298428.html
Have fun with your MH :)
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-01-2017, 07:21 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,942
Posted By Tricolor
... and why not continue this discussion on the...

... and why not continue this discussion on the 26HE tread :thumb:
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-01-2017, 07:18 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,942
Posted By Tricolor
None at all, it is only Luan, High Density...

None at all, it is only Luan, High Density extruded foam, Fiberglass and Gel coat.
See for yourself:
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-01-2017, 07:12 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 45,549
Posted By Tricolor
I was told by the salesman that the trap was a...

I was told by the salesman that the trap was a vent, but I should have been curious and remove that trap to see what is behind!

Thank you both and see you on the other tread. :thumb:
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