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Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 05-10-2017, 03:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,301
Posted By RV 4 2
Thanks, I looked at ppl and found icon. They seem...

Thanks, I looked at ppl and found icon. They seem to be the closest to what I'm looking for. I have been looking around on the net a lot and there doesn't seem to be a direct replacement. Must have...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 05-04-2017, 10:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,301
Posted By RV 4 2
Looking for replacement shower skylight, 07 dolphin

Traced a water leak to the shower skylight. Pulled the skylight of the base and the gasket was bad but not leaking. Then pulled off the base from the roof. Two places the seal was letting water in,...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 01-05-2012, 09:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 970
Posted By RV 4 2
Guys, thanks for the input. Now I don't feel too...

Guys, thanks for the input. Now I don't feel too bad and maybe some of these problems are normal. In some cases, kind of stupid but normal.
on #1, it didn't occur to me that some of the other...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 01-03-2012, 10:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 970
Posted By RV 4 2
Ok... Have some electrical questions

Sorry this is kind of long.
I have an 08 - 36' Dolphin on a W24 chassis. I thas the 2000w inverter and the 4 batteries in the compartment forward of the door.
I have had to replace the chassis...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-06-2011, 04:03 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 17,009
Posted By RV 4 2
Thanks and I appreciate the offer. Wish I was...

Thanks and I appreciate the offer. Wish I was closer to take advantage of it too. Oh well.... geography
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 12-05-2011, 05:55 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 859
Posted By RV 4 2
Coach leveler upgrade?

Ever since I bought my coach, I have wondered why National never put a automatic leveler system in instead of a manual system? Especially in the higher end gas coaches. I have a couple friends that...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-05-2011, 05:24 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 17,009
Posted By RV 4 2
Well, based on a link posted here, I see a 15'...

Well, based on a link posted here, I see a 15' cord through Amazon for $59. Which is about the max length I would want anyway. I didn't even know they made them shorter than 25ft. So to the poster of...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-02-2011, 11:43 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 17,009
Posted By RV 4 2
All, thanks for the inputs. Looks like it should...

All, thanks for the inputs. Looks like it should not be a problem to make my own if I can make it cheaper than what I see out on Amazon. I figure I only need a 10ft extension. Like one of the other...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-02-2011, 01:57 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 17,009
Posted By RV 4 2
Anyone make their own 50A extension cord?

I am looking into making a 50A extension cord for the few times I go to a couple of RV parks that I now want to go nose in but my current cable will just not reach to the power post.
But there are...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 11-27-2011, 10:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,282
Posted By RV 4 2
rvguy, not sure if you have taken a look at the...

rvguy, not sure if you have taken a look at the Workhorse thread but you may have better responses from that thread. Although you will get some here who have a WH chassis, you will get a wider...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 11-18-2011, 10:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,219
Posted By RV 4 2
As others have said, have the coach weighed to...

As others have said, have the coach weighed to make sure you are not front or rear heavy. And adjust your tire pressures. The Safe-t-plus or other steering stabilizers help with a light steering feel...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 11-17-2011, 05:23 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 16,943
Posted By RV 4 2
Welcome to the National RV family Wolfpack. ...

Welcome to the National RV family Wolfpack.
Another Dolphin owner here. We have a 2008 DX35Ci. It is one of the 3 hybrid (hence i for introductory) 07/08 models that the factory built. It is a 08...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-15-2011, 05:04 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 27,786
Posted By RV 4 2
Looking thought this site and venturing out to...

Looking thought this site and venturing out to Omey's site, I am wondering what the recommendation is for the first fuel filter change. From what I have seen, it looks like the filter gets dirty...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 06-20-2011, 12:18 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,885
Posted By RV 4 2
Lots of good information in this thread regarding...

Lots of good information in this thread regarding the batteries. I am continually having to plug in my motorhome about every 3-4 weeks when not in use as there is some extra draw on the chassis...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 06-10-2011, 09:11 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,885
Posted By RV 4 2
I am thinking that I got barely 3 years out of my...

I am thinking that I got barely 3 years out of my Workhorse battery. But for some reason, I think my chassis had a rough start to it's life based on other failures so I think the batter probably...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 06-03-2011, 04:53 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,379
Posted By RV 4 2
In my case with my noise, it was getting louder...

In my case with my noise, it was getting louder and louder as time went on. Also, I was starting to notice a warm smell coming from under the rear of the coach. I also went through the process of...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 05-31-2011, 04:42 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,379
Posted By RV 4 2
Finally a good update

I haven't been on this forum since about my last post on this thread but here is the update.
When I knew my MH was going to be unused for a while, I called Guaranty Chevrolet and talked to Lee...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 12-20-2010, 09:16 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,640
Posted By RV 4 2
Now i may be tempting fate here but I just drove...

Now i may be tempting fate here but I just drove from Orange county to San Diego through light to medium rain on Friday and did not have any issues with my wipers not turning off. BUT, I am feeling...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 12-11-2010, 10:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,754
Posted By RV 4 2
When I replaced my TV with a LCD, I insulated...

When I replaced my TV with a LCD, I insulated with fiberglass batts too. I felt the most in the reduction of heat in the summer. What I need to do is use foam to insulate as many of the small holes...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 12-11-2010, 10:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,555
Posted By RV 4 2
DriVer, I am right there with you. Sometimes I...

DriVer, I am right there with you. Sometimes I feel my coach has more ba-donk-a-donk in the trunk than most I have seen. And like you, the rear track bar did make a lot of difference. Unfortunately,...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 12-08-2010, 10:55 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,379
Posted By RV 4 2
sharkie51, as much as I would love to have airbag...

sharkie51, as much as I would love to have airbag suspension, alas, I have leaf springs.

Davel, I am hoping that I will have the same luck as your friend. Unfortunately, I know how noisy it is...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 12-08-2010, 10:51 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,640
Posted By RV 4 2
DriVer and Lit, thanks for the hints. I will have...

DriVer and Lit, thanks for the hints. I will have to take a look and see where rain water maybe getting into things to keep the wipers on. Then, the helpful hints on sealing things will be next on...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 12-06-2010, 04:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,640
Posted By RV 4 2
I just stumbled upon this thread. The latest FMCA...

I just stumbled upon this thread. The latest FMCA magazine has someone with a National Dolphin with the same issue where the wipers would not turn off. I also had this problem once when going through...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 12-06-2010, 03:58 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,379
Posted By RV 4 2
After seeing your temp measurements, that makes...

After seeing your temp measurements, that makes me feel a little better but not much. The past 2 trips, the coach seems to smell hot and the smell is coming from under the rear of the coach. I got...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-19-2010, 11:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,817
Posted By RV 4 2
David, thank you for the info. I am pretty sure...

David, thank you for the info. I am pretty sure it is the differential. Luckily, I still have 2 years of warranty under Workhorse and 3 under an extended warranty so if they want to replace the whole...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-18-2010, 10:35 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,379
Posted By RV 4 2
Arch, unfortunately, I do not have a IR gun to...

Arch, unfortunately, I do not have a IR gun to try that. Maybe I can borrow one from a friend if he still has it.
TrekPR, yes, I have checked the oil level several times and there are no...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-18-2010, 10:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,817
Posted By RV 4 2
We had a friend who had a 03 Winne Chieftan that...

We had a friend who had a 03 Winne Chieftan that had a stretched W22 chassis to that 248" wb. It was a 39ft coach and it was a Loooong coach. With all the stuff he had in it, I am sure it was...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 11-17-2010, 04:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,242
Posted By RV 4 2
In my case, I tow a car and there is no physical...

In my case, I tow a car and there is no physical weight on the tongue but the hitch. I have never towed a trailer or had anything beyond the weight of the towbar with the car on it. The tow bar only...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 11-17-2010, 10:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,242
Posted By RV 4 2
Picture of sidewall crack

Wow, Vegasdan, that looks almost like mine.

I taped a ruler next to the crack for dimensions. This crack is on the lower right corner of the body opening for the bedroom slide....
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-16-2010, 09:49 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,379
Posted By RV 4 2
Differential noise - WH Chassis shop recommendation

I am pretty sure that I have a differential problem as it has been howling quite loudly for a while lately. The coach has over 8500 mi on it now. It has been making noise for a while from about 2-3K...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-16-2010, 08:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,817
Posted By RV 4 2
Dave, yea, I know, the weight and design of the...

Dave, yea, I know, the weight and design of the MH go to the builder. This past weekend I was comparing a 08 34ft Dolphin to my 08 35ft Dolphin and all the added length was put behind the rear axle....
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 11-16-2010, 05:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,242
Posted By RV 4 2
Interesting, we have a 2008 DX35ci and I noticed...

Interesting, we have a 2008 DX35ci and I noticed a crack in the sidewall at the same place. Lower right corner of the bedroom slide on the sidewall working it's way to the belt line. Not sure why a...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-12-2010, 02:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,817
Posted By RV 4 2
Thanks for the replies. Driver, Yes the coach...

Thanks for the replies. Driver, Yes the coach seems pretty level. The strange part is that there is a gap of about 2+ inches gap .on the front 'like-air springs' to leaf spring. I had my coach in for...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-09-2010, 10:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,817
Posted By RV 4 2
For the suspension experts out there, I have a question

I have a W24 chassis under my 2008 National Dolphin DX35ci. I am curious as to how much distance between the rear frame snubbers and the rear springs should there be. Weight on the rear axle is...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 10-19-2009, 12:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,744
Posted By RV 4 2
I had not thought of that issue. Hmmm, maybe I...

I had not thought of that issue. Hmmm, maybe I will not be tinning the wires.

Thanks all for all the input.
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 10-18-2009, 08:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,744
Posted By RV 4 2
I am not too concerned about dissimilar metals in...

I am not too concerned about dissimilar metals in the plug. All plugs have them. Copper wire to brass plug pins is pretty common. Look at all RV plugs.
I was more concerned about the fraying and...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 10-18-2009, 02:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,744
Posted By RV 4 2
Need to replace 50A plug

Unfortunately, the plug on my 50A cord is starting to separate from the cord so, to prevent any possible power issues, I am going to replace the plug. My question is, should I tin the ends of copper...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 10-07-2009, 09:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,381
Posted By RV 4 2
Grated, there are a LOT of 8.1 engines out there...

Grated, there are a LOT of 8.1 engines out there and I am sure the parts supply will last a long time, it would be interesting to see how the diesels run. Unfortunately, I am sure there will never be...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 10-07-2009, 08:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,919
Posted By RV 4 2
When you get them on, please post your...

When you get them on, please post your impressions. I am thinking of switching to Konis up front as a start.
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 10-06-2009, 09:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,015
Posted By RV 4 2
OooooKaaay.... I guess I am going batty. I though...

OooooKaaay.... I guess I am going batty. I though sure that I was able to have all my 12V stuff without connecting the house batteries. But I guess not.:facepalm:

Different subject.. Has anyone...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 10-06-2009, 05:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,015
Posted By RV 4 2
No 12VDC when plugged into shore power

I did a search and didn't see anything that seems to fit my problem. Recently, I noticed that when I am plugged into shore power and the house batteries are disconnected, I am not getting 12V DC...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 02-04-2009, 06:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,667
Posted By RV 4 2
We had a mystery leak also. Whenever it would...

We had a mystery leak also. Whenever it would rain or even when it very damp at night where the dew would puddle on the roof of the MH, water would puddle in the plastic trim piece under the front...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 01-20-2009, 10:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,212
Posted By RV 4 2
I think I would use fiberglass also. I am not...

I think I would use fiberglass also. I am not sure the manufacturer of the canned foam envisioned a large expanse of foam like that for insulation. Those cans are normally used for small crevices and...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 01-07-2009, 12:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,487
Posted By RV 4 2
John, I pulled up the bed to replace the AC...

John, I pulled up the bed to replace the AC filter but don't remember seeing the slide drive system.

Bill. I am feeling really dumb right now. https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/oboy.gif
I guess I...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 01-05-2009, 06:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,487
Posted By RV 4 2
Ok, stupid question number 2, I hhave been in,...

Ok, stupid question number 2, I hhave been in, under and my motorhome but have not seen where the motors and drive systems are under my living room and bedroom slides. I would love some helpful hints...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 01-03-2009, 07:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,487
Posted By RV 4 2
Bill, thanks for the alternate source for the...

Bill, thanks for the alternate source for the shear pins. Now, does anyone have some suggestions for a source showing where they are located?
Thanks
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 01-03-2009, 09:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,487
Posted By RV 4 2
What to people use in a pinch if a shear pin goes...

What to people use in a pinch if a shear pin goes and they have no spares?
I keep reading off an on about someone breaking a pin but not what people do until they can get replacements.
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 12-16-2008, 06:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,318
Posted By RV 4 2
Like ItstheTrip said, GET HELP. We just replaced...

Like ItstheTrip said, GET HELP. We just replaced our CRT with an LCD(gotta post pictures someday) and the CRT weighed 88 lbs based on the owners manual. I ended up taking off the front trim by...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 12-13-2008, 04:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,823
Posted By RV 4 2
We love our 08 and would buy one again if NRV was...

We love our 08 and would buy one again if NRV was still in business. I have had no real problems with the coach body that NRV built. NOW, the appliances and chassis are another thing. Onan generator...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 11-16-2008, 12:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,836
Posted By RV 4 2
Anyone own a weather station for their RV. I...

Anyone own a weather station for their RV.
I am looking at getting one for the RV and am looking for any recommendations.
Just curious what kind, what features and any installation tips.
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