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Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-19-2024, 06:19 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,079
Posted By baddmann
Yes. You must have the two-speed transfer case to...

Yes. You must have the two-speed transfer case to flat tow.

If you google info on flat towing the GM large SUV (Tahoe, Yukon, and Escalade) you will see they have 2 kinds of transfer cases....
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-02-2023, 09:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,079
Posted By baddmann
Have you tested the lights with battery...

Have you tested the lights with battery disconnected? My lights work fine with the battery connected (that's how I initially tested it). Once I disconnect the battery the tail lights no longer work.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-02-2023, 06:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,079
Posted By baddmann
I’m in the same boat. I have a 2021 Escalade and...

I’m in the same boat. I have a 2021 Escalade and I got everything installed (I did it myself and it was a huge endeavor) and when I tested the lights they did not work. (Lights work with power on). I...
Forum: Electric RVs and EV Charging 09-21-2022, 07:02 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 5,856
Posted By baddmann
Has anyone seen this: ...

Has anyone seen this:
https://www.hyliion.com/erx-page/#/find/nearest?fuel=CNG

Replaces drivetrain with electric and motor with CNG generator.

This seems like a great option to bridge between...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-19-2022, 07:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,835
Posted By baddmann
Had a front blowout with Michelin in December of...

Had a front blowout with Michelin in December of 2021.

Tire was made in 43rd week of 2016 and blew out in the 50th week of 2021. (Tire was 5 years and 7 weeks old...)

Couldn't find Michelin or...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-06-2022, 06:08 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,223
Posted By baddmann
One of mine broke also. I was able to push it...

One of mine broke also. I was able to push it back in and used the 2x4 braces to get it home.

When I started working on it, I discovered that I could "bend" the welded in washers enough with...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-15-2020, 10:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 529
Posted By baddmann
I hit my head the other day so hard it bent the...

I hit my head the other day so hard it bent the light fixture...

My friend has a 2017 Aspire and his light is flush.

Has anyone sourced a compatible light?
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-15-2020, 12:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,040
Posted By baddmann
Thanks Chuck! I also added the belt part #s...

Thanks Chuck!

I also added the belt part #s to your filter, belt, and fluid thread.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-15-2020, 10:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,040
Posted By baddmann
Replaced both Belts

I went fishing last weeking with a friend in his Entegra and his A/C belt broke while we were traveling to Golden Meadow (2017 Aspire). When we got home I decided to check my belts (2016 Anthem, 38k...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-15-2020, 10:20 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 206,756
Posted By baddmann
Belt part numbers

I just replace both of mine. Belt part numbers were hard to find so I called Spartan and got some different part numbers:

2016 Anthem with Cummins ISL 450

Serpentine:
Cummins: 3289279
Gates...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-20-2020, 11:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,800
Posted By baddmann
I wipe out the tube without removing. The swirler...

I wipe out the tube without removing. The swirler and housing I clean with wire brush.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-20-2020, 12:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,800
Posted By baddmann
This all day. I rounded one off and now it is...

This all day. I rounded one off and now it is difficult to remove. (I just did mine yesterday and I need to replace it next time. Going to order the flexible hoses to replace the metal lines so I...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-05-2020, 06:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,316
Posted By baddmann
This is exactly what I did and it worked great....

This is exactly what I did and it worked great. First time I did it with the filter still attached. I got it to work, but it took forever!
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-30-2020, 05:55 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 206,756
Posted By baddmann
Water filters

Here are the water filters:
House: #8 WCBCS975-RV (or any Standard 10" housing 5 micron filter)
Fridge: #3 FP10GKT


Caveat - I have a 2016 Anthem, so I am not sure if they are the same...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-07-2019, 06:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,967
Posted By baddmann
We had this happening on the front axle and after...

We had this happening on the front axle and after lots of research (and several visits to authorized service center) they found it was the "bell crank bearing". (I found this article from Reyco...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-18-2018, 05:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,731
Posted By baddmann
Could this be a SWM issue? Direct started using a...

Could this be a SWM issue? Direct started using a Single Wire Multiplex unit and I think the signal must go through the SWM unit before it gets to the receiver.

I would look for it and unplug/plug...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 02-13-2018, 03:54 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,442
Posted By baddmann
I just replaced nozzle and filter also. Only...

I just replaced nozzle and filter also. Only difference from the video in my coach was the metal fuel lines. I had to disconnect them to remove the webasto. The whole operation was smooth from start...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-17-2018, 08:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,649
Posted By baddmann
On Heat - Gas, air blows across radiators that...

On Heat - Gas, air blows across radiators that have hydronic fluid flowing through them that is heated by you aquahot.

While using Gas, You can also turn the fans on over head to circulate air,...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-14-2018, 09:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,987
Posted By baddmann
I will have to say no. Mine will not run very...

I will have to say no. Mine will not run very long on electric. The element doesn't put out enough to keep the fluid hot as it flows through the furnace radiators.

How I know: Our Aqua Hot burner...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-14-2018, 07:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 869
Posted By baddmann
Ok. Gotcha. Maybe someone with a 2018 will chime...

Ok. Gotcha. Maybe someone with a 2018 will chime in.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-14-2018, 07:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,153
Posted By baddmann
We were told the rear bathroom drained to black...

We were told the rear bathroom drained to black during the walk through at purchase, but over time it didn't seem right. So, I tested this myself on our '16 Anthem 44B. All sinks drain to gray on...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-13-2018, 08:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 869
Posted By baddmann
Gotcha. I took the Velcro panel off and I am not...

Gotcha. I took the Velcro panel off and I am not sure what it is you are looking for. Is it labeled?
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-13-2018, 07:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 869
Posted By baddmann
Is there a quick way to look at this or do you...

Is there a quick way to look at this or do you have to remove the dash where the radio is mounted?
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-13-2018, 02:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 820
Posted By baddmann
I posted in the other thread. Turn step power...

I posted in the other thread. Turn step power switch on so that the steps cycle with the door open/close. While outside with steps in, pull 20amp fuse as noted earlier.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-13-2018, 02:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 644
Posted By baddmann
The step pwr and step lgt switches are on the...

The step pwr and step lgt switches are on the left by the main power switch. I tried the "step pwr" switch and it does not keep the step in.
The step is either out all the time or you can turn it...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-13-2018, 02:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 644
Posted By baddmann
My step fuse is #10 in both boxes.188563

My step fuse is #10 in both boxes.188563
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-13-2018, 10:17 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,454
Posted By baddmann
Yes. They will still send you warranty...

Yes. They will still send you warranty replacement parts. If you have to purchase anything, you have to buy through a dealer now.

Very easy to install. Just pop out old switch, unplug, and plug in...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-13-2018, 09:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,454
Posted By baddmann
I called Entegra customer service at 800-517-9137...

I called Entegra customer service at 800-517-9137 and described the problem.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-13-2018, 07:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,300
Posted By baddmann
There are a few solutions you can check yourself...

There are a few solutions you can check yourself (I know that is not what you want to hear, lol...)

I would start with:
1. Do the lights come on when you flip the switches? (It is a 12V system)...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-13-2018, 07:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,454
Posted By baddmann
Mine did the same thing. They are very easy to...

Mine did the same thing. They are very easy to replace. Since my Anthem is still under warranty, this is what I was sent as a replacement.
The new design works better, but because of how the...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-12-2018, 07:49 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,316
Posted By baddmann
Chuck: I always value your input... I didn't...

Chuck: I always value your input... I didn't realize there was a difference until I started trying to modify mine. We probably need to start a wiper thread with both classic and new model part...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-12-2018, 04:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,316
Posted By baddmann
Tom, It has not rained since I got them...

Tom,
It has not rained since I got them replaced, lol. I will try and report back once I try them out.

You only lose 1.5" on each end of the wiper, so you can't even tell they are shorter...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-12-2018, 08:56 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,505
Posted By baddmann
Cruzer: Excellent. Thanks for the quick...

Cruzer: Excellent. Thanks for the quick response!
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-12-2018, 08:33 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,505
Posted By baddmann
Can someone take the time to post their exact...

Can someone take the time to post their exact procedure for doing this? I read through the posted process, but it doesn't quite make sense to me. It starts off by saying "make sure your pressure is...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-12-2018, 08:12 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,316
Posted By baddmann
I just went through this whole process. They...

I just went through this whole process.

They went to a larger wiper/blade when they changed to the new body style. The blades for 2016+ are 1000mm (39") with part #: WT1000V or BA1000V

We have...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-08-2018, 06:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,678
Posted By baddmann
I have a Pepwave also. You can use the IP address...

I have a Pepwave also. You can use the IP address to access the Pepwave control panel (192.168.50.1).
Then login using default username and password: both are "admin".

Then under the "Dashboard"...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 10-25-2017, 07:33 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 206,756
Posted By baddmann
Here are the water filters: House: #8...

Here are the water filters:
House: #8 WCBCS975-RV (or any Standard 10" housing 5 micron filter)
Fridge: #3 FP10GKT (or Home Depot HDXIR220 and change ends)

Caveat - I have a 2016 Anthem, so I am...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 10-24-2017, 08:08 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,419
Posted By baddmann
I drove through this area after the flood. Dixie...

I drove through this area after the flood. Dixie RV is in Hammond, LA and it was an extreme rain/storm that flooded the area. They took the insurance money and did not want the headache of selling...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-03-2017, 06:27 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 15,582
Posted By baddmann
I ordered them from Spartan for $219 and had them...

I ordered them from Spartan for $219 and had them installed when the coach was in for the ball joint recall...

We just returned from a 2000 mile trip to the Florida Keys (Bluewater Key) and the...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-03-2017, 06:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,820
Posted By baddmann
I need to replace mine also. I posted this in...

I need to replace mine also. I posted this in the Filter/Belt thread but I didn't get a response:

I did a filter search/cross reference and came up with WIX 51551, WIX 51746, and Zinga ZAE10.
...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-17-2017, 05:27 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 206,756
Posted By baddmann
I did a filter search/cross reference and came up...

I did a filter search/cross reference and came up with WIX 51551, WIX 51746, and Zinga ZAE10.

WIX 51551 (10 Micron, 12-16 GPM)
WIX 51746 (5 Micron, 28-30 GPM)
Zinga ZAE10 (10 Micron, ? GPM)
...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-17-2017, 04:32 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 15,582
Posted By baddmann
Good info Tex. I have also wondered about the...

Good info Tex. I have also wondered about the "soft" front suspension on my 2016. There are times when the bounce/rebound is so pronounced that we hear a loud banging noise.

I look forward...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-17-2017, 04:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,422
Posted By baddmann
This happened to us also. After checking the...

This happened to us also. After checking the generator breaker, coach breaker, and all generator connections, I checked the transfer switch. The transfer switch was the culprit.

Remove the cover...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-01-2017, 08:43 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,698
Posted By baddmann
We have the same issue. I used some black heavy...

We have the same issue. I used some black heavy duty sealant and black gorilla tape. Once the sealant was cured I removed the tape. Fortunately, it is still holding while we wait on the new window.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-23-2016, 10:35 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 754
Posted By baddmann
I'm not sure about this, but the app for the...

I'm not sure about this, but the app for the specific platform (Android or iOS) would have the functionality. It would not depend on the actual device.

I have a 2016, so I do not have the...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 11-16-2016, 06:48 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 11,963
Posted By baddmann
I talked to Dave in CS and he said it is the...

I talked to Dave in CS and he said it is the Sleep Number R5 (Mfg Part # HR5)
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 11-16-2016, 06:34 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,475
Posted By baddmann
This is exactly how we use ours, but we live and...

This is exactly how we use ours, but we live and travel mostly in the southeast. During Cool mornings and evenings the fireplace is perfect.

On a side note, I had to replace the control board in...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 11-06-2016, 07:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 563
Posted By baddmann
If the above solutions do not work, then check...

If the above solutions do not work, then check the connections in your auto transfer switch. I had a similar situation and one of the lugs in the switch had vibrated loose and the generator wire was...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 09-14-2016, 05:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,244
Posted By baddmann
Excellent. That is just what I needed. I will...

Excellent. That is just what I needed. I will move it forward 1 bolt.

Thanks!
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 09-14-2016, 08:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,244
Posted By baddmann
The big loop is what I am referring to. I found...

The big loop is what I am referring to. I found several stock photos online and it looks like I used the wrong bolt. I need to move it forward one.

Mine has 200hrs on it and the manual says...
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