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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-14-2022, 11:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 510
Posted By Matt A
Is this not the correct one?...

Is this not the correct one? https://amzn.to/3yEAvKT
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 07-11-2022, 08:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 216
Posted By Matt A
There should be a tag on the wall next to the...

There should be a tag on the wall next to the drivers seat that says the tire size.
Forum: Vintage RV's 06-21-2022, 09:30 PM
Replies: 6,924
Views: 1,230,610
Posted By Matt A
Put in a stainless-look tile backsplash. It’s...

Put in a stainless-look tile backsplash. It’s actually aluminum.

Good times, good food, good friends.
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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-18-2022, 07:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 619
Posted By Matt A
It’s the steel framing rusting inside the walls....

It’s the steel framing rusting inside the walls. It expands and you get the lovely outline of the framing.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-18-2022, 06:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 553
Posted By Matt A
A decal eraser wheel: https://amzn.to/3y2Gxpz ...

A decal eraser wheel: https://amzn.to/3y2Gxpz

Put it on a drill and it shreds the decals to bits.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-18-2022, 12:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,190
Posted By Matt A
I use Boondockers Welcome and I’m also a BW host....

I use Boondockers Welcome and I’m also a BW host. There is a charge for many sites, especially the busy ones. Most sites will only accommodate smaller <25-30 ft RVs, while there are some large spots...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-14-2022, 02:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 196
Posted By Matt A
Check the aux battery switch on the monitor...

Check the aux battery switch on the monitor panel. Check the water level of the batteries and add distilled water as necessary. Plug in the shore cable so the power converter can charge the batteries.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-13-2022, 08:45 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,466
Posted By Matt A
They usually have divots on a couple lug nuts to...

They usually have divots on a couple lug nuts to identify which ones hold the covers on. Just a note, these are not Ford parts, blame your RV manufacturer.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 06-12-2022, 08:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,563
Posted By Matt A
I put a flight systems control board and governor...

I put a flight systems control board and governor in my last MH’s onan 4K. Worked perfectly. From the looks of them they are indeed built better than the onan parts.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 06-12-2022, 02:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 284
Posted By Matt A
It’s not that hard to remove the gen if the door...

It’s not that hard to remove the gen if the door is big enough. I pulled mine to replace the starter. It only weights 200lbs.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-08-2022, 08:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,237
Posted By Matt A
My lowly gas class A peasantmobile has 4-wheel...

My lowly gas class A peasantmobile has 4-wheel disc brakes. :whistling:
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-07-2022, 09:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 415
Posted By Matt A
I’ve had mine stick a time or two. Holding the...

I’ve had mine stick a time or two. Holding the switch it should start beeping and then move after maybe 10-15 seconds. No idea what the issue was, but it’s happened after sitting for weeks with the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-06-2022, 09:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 652
Posted By Matt A
On my MH the jacks have zerk fittings on the side...

On my MH the jacks have zerk fittings on the side at the bottom of each jack to grease them. I use silicone spray on the shafts as recommended in their owner manual, if they have been extended for...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-05-2022, 12:47 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 13,354
Posted By Matt A
Unless I’m within 1 degree in each direction of...

Unless I’m within 1 degree in each direction of level I always drop my levelers. Rest area, parking lot, McDonald’s while parked across 4 spots, whatever. My fridge hates being at any sort of angle...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-05-2022, 11:02 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 13,354
Posted By Matt A
I have the back and slides on my MH marked with...

I have the back and slides on my MH marked with conspicuity tape (https://amzn.to/3x8zB8N). I never park on the truck side of rest areas though.
...
Forum: Boondocking 05-17-2022, 05:37 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,751
Posted By Matt A
I am a BW host and use it sometimes while...

I am a BW host and use it sometimes while traveling. Most of my guests stay for just one night. I'm hands off and don't charge any fees. Show up, do your thing and leave the next day or two. I'm a...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-17-2022, 05:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 342
Posted By Matt A
Can't help with which size yours needs. I...

Can't help with which size yours needs.

I like them though. My MH uses SnapPad Primes. They add about 1.5" to the bottom of your levelers, which on my MH were already pretty low. My goal was to...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-31-2022, 08:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 390
Posted By Matt A
Contact Fleetwood and ask for the diagrams.

Contact Fleetwood and ask for the diagrams.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-17-2022, 06:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,697
Posted By Matt A
When I bought my 1995 Fleetwood Flair in 2016 I...

When I bought my 1995 Fleetwood Flair in 2016 I replaced the skylight with a new set from Fleetwood. It was the same exact part.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 07-11-2021, 06:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,223
Posted By Matt A
On my 2015 it’s the same way. I removed the 4...

On my 2015 it’s the same way. I removed the 4 bolts on the right side of the air box bracket and was able to then push the bottom of the filter box down enough to get the filter out.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-11-2021, 11:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,066
Posted By Matt A
I’ve bought both of my MHs and a handful of cars...

I’ve bought both of my MHs and a handful of cars now from out of state (several thousand miles total). If either state has temp registration use that. If not drive it back with no plate or with the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-06-2021, 01:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 617
Posted By Matt A
Yes, put in some supersteer bell cranks. If the...

Yes, put in some supersteer bell cranks. If the steering box has too much play tighten it up also. On my 95 the majority of the steering play was in the driver side bell crank and the steering box.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 07-05-2021, 06:37 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,129
Posted By Matt A
Not sure when Ford switched but the more recent...

Not sure when Ford switched but the more recent V10s are drive by wire throttles. The gas pedal is connected to a sensor, and the throttle has a motor that opens it. A lot of the tuners take...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-05-2021, 06:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,633
Posted By Matt A
My 2015 came with the same 6qt one in that...

My 2015 came with the same 6qt one in that thread. :dance: it makes a good bird habitat.
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 07-04-2021, 09:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 547
Posted By Matt A
I have been using a Garmin Dash Cam 35 for about...

I have been using a Garmin Dash Cam 35 for about 5 years now without issue.

The Garmin Dash Cam Tandem you linked has enough 1-star reviews on amazon that I wouldn't buy it....
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 07-03-2021, 07:14 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,129
Posted By Matt A
Class C benefits: Doesn’t feel as wide while...

Class C benefits:

Doesn’t feel as wide while driving it, DW/you might be more comfortable driving.

Windshields are much cheaper than the multiple thousands for a class A should it need to be...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 07-02-2021, 04:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 607
Posted By Matt A
Suddenly realizing I have not yet used my...

Suddenly realizing I have not yet used my windshield wipers. . :popcorn:
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 07-02-2021, 03:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,562
Posted By Matt A
I use a 30 ton harbor freight “low profile”...

I use a 30 ton harbor freight “low profile” bottle jack. It’s a bit overkill, but harbor freight recently recalled all their jack stands after some of them failed and people died, so I’d rather have...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 06-27-2021, 12:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 480
Posted By Matt A
Second thing I did with my MH was toss the DVD...

Second thing I did with my MH was toss the DVD player. The TVs are new enough to have USB ports, pop in a USB flash drive with a whole library of movies and you’re all set for off grid theater night....
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-25-2021, 01:41 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,269
Posted By Matt A
I have the older Ranger, not the new huge one....

I have the older Ranger, not the new huge one. Single cab “short” bed (6 feet).

The old one is 10-12” shorter in most dimensions, 10” shorter wheelbase, 12” shorter overall, 4” shorter height....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-25-2021, 01:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,965
Posted By Matt A
I actually just purchased an SS400 a few weeks...

I actually just purchased an SS400 a few weeks ago, directly from supersteer. Not installed yet. I guess I know why they were so overzealous with supersteer stickers on every single piece. :laugh:
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-24-2021, 08:09 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,799
Posted By Matt A
I use a scan gauge (https://amzn.to/2SSXb9D) for...

I use a scan gauge (https://amzn.to/2SSXb9D) for mine. So far I have it set to engine coolant temp, trans fluid temp, MPG, and usually switch the fourth slot between volts, intake air temp, or gear...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 06-23-2021, 01:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 397
Posted By Matt A
Progressive EMS display recessed mount

I installed the hardwired Progressive EMS-HW30C a couple weeks ago. I mounted it under the bed by the electrical panel, so I was just going to put the display at the foot of the bed. The only hitch...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-22-2021, 08:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 606
Posted By Matt A
You’ll save fuel, but only because you won’t be...

You’ll save fuel, but only because you won’t be running the generator as often.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 06-22-2021, 08:12 AM
Replies: 2,410
Views: 1,646,850
Posted By Matt A
Yes, I label all my switches. On that RV I had...

Yes, I label all my switches. On that RV I had also labeled the many house switches that cam unlabeled.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 06-21-2021, 04:46 PM
Replies: 2,410
Views: 1,646,850
Posted By Matt A
On my last MH I used a 5 pin SPDT relay with a...

On my last MH I used a 5 pin SPDT relay with a switch on the dash. The relay is wired to interrupt the normal fan circuit when the switch is on, if the switch is off the fan operates automatically as...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 06-20-2021, 03:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,201
Posted By Matt A
Throw some conspicuity tape...

Throw some conspicuity tape (https://amzn.to/3xFZXxH) on the bumper.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-17-2021, 02:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,965
Posted By Matt A
Could you post some of the photos of the...

Could you post some of the photos of the counterfeit unit?
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-12-2021, 08:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 586
Posted By Matt A
You can use a valve like this one:...

You can use a valve like this one: https://amzn.to/2TppZ9m that closes the coolant loop with vacuum. I am not endorsing that specific one, just using it as an example. They also have manual cable...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 06-11-2021, 08:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,080
Posted By Matt A
My 95 Flair had a 454, I took it cross country...

My 95 Flair had a 454, I took it cross country several times per year.

I put in a higher flow ac condenser pusher fan and a switch to be able to manually activate it. If I turned it on before...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 06-06-2021, 10:05 AM
Replies: 2,410
Views: 1,646,850
Posted By Matt A
Added a switch to manually activate either side...

Added a switch to manually activate either side camera and a Ram “Tough-Track” rail to mount the GPS, phone, and Scan Gauge.

The left switch powers new 12v outlets hidden under the dash that...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-06-2021, 09:36 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,458
Posted By Matt A
I had crossfires on my last MH. They worked well...

I had crossfires on my last MH. They worked well as a valve extender replacement and gave a single valve per side, which was nice. The visual indication of correct pressure is also handy when doing a...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-04-2021, 07:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,279
Posted By Matt A
A few pieces of strategically placed lumber...

A few pieces of strategically placed lumber should do the trick if you’re only after a couple inches.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-02-2021, 07:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,025
Posted By Matt A
Always on. I like my food cooooold.

Always on. I like my food cooooold.
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-01-2021, 07:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,100
Posted By Matt A
Three days, are you me?! Do you have any...

Three days, are you me?!

Do you have any photos of the hellwigs?
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-01-2021, 05:06 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 21,990
Posted By Matt A
I was at a huge CB lot in Florida a while back,...

I was at a huge CB lot in Florida a while back, it was warm as it usually is so I had windows open and fans pulling air in. A class C pulled in directly to my right and started up their generator....
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-01-2021, 01:54 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 21,990
Posted By Matt A
I’ve been staying at Cracker Barrels for 3 or 4...

I’ve been staying at Cracker Barrels for 3 or 4 years with great success. In my last MH it was just short enough to park in the car spots. The RV spots seem to fill up with cars earlier than my wake...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-01-2021, 01:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 664
Posted By Matt A
If you look closely, you can count the vent rings to determine its age.

Installed a fantastic vent and ultra breeze cover over the bathroom today. At some point previously the kitchen vent had been changed to the same combo. I ordered two bug screens, one for the new one...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-30-2021, 04:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,036
Posted By Matt A
SunPass makes no mention of needing an additional...

SunPass makes no mention of needing an additional transponder on their site.



They do mention needing a different transponder out of state.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 05-30-2021, 01:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,724
Posted By Matt A
Do you have any photos of your finished setup?

Do you have any photos of your finished setup?
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