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Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 03-05-2024, 02:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 344
Posted By mackwrench
Is yours Rayco-Granning IFS? Mine is- I used...

Is yours Rayco-Granning IFS? Mine is- I used Euclid brand-
drag link ends are E4617RH (this is for the drag link end at steering box)
All the others are-
ES187L (5 each)
ES187R (4 each)

The...
Forum: Cummins Engines 03-01-2024, 11:47 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,523
Posted By mackwrench
I was able to get right in ...

I was able to get right in


https://mylogin.cummins.com/web/Cummins_Login?startURL=%2Fweb%2FIAM_Authorize%3Fappid%3Da1a4N00000DEdub
Forum: Cummins Engines 11-22-2023, 03:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 544
Posted By mackwrench
Your 2014 should have long life coolant filled...

Your 2014 should have long life coolant filled from factory, can't always go by color, but if you know history of coach, I'd use any Heavy truck rated long life coolant.

Do you see any decals or...
Forum: Cummins Engines 11-22-2023, 03:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 917
Posted By mackwrench
The oil cooler is behind the oil filter. The...

The oil cooler is behind the oil filter. The filter actually spins onto it. It's failure would show as oil in coolant and coolant in oil.....the cooler is a rectangular looking part bolted to block...
Forum: Cummins Engines 11-17-2023, 08:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 465
Posted By mackwrench
That looks like where the oil fill cap would be...

That looks like where the oil fill cap would be on the front cover? It appears yours has a fitting with a hose attached, where's that hose go, do you have a remote fill like on a rear radiator?...
Forum: Cummins Engines 11-07-2023, 02:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 706
Posted By mackwrench
Create a FREE user account here and use you...

Create a FREE user account here and use you engine S/N......specs, part numbers it's all there

https://quickserve.cummins.com/info/index.html
Forum: Cummins Engines 10-29-2023, 05:08 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,592
Posted By mackwrench
Air filter collapsed and dusted engine..........

Air filter collapsed and dusted engine....... always be sure your ecolite filter is wrapped with a wire mesh screen. 406031
Forum: Cummins Engines 10-27-2023, 09:53 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,592
Posted By mackwrench
Oops, here's picture 405937

Oops, here's picture
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Forum: Cummins Engines 10-27-2023, 09:49 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,592
Posted By mackwrench
I was able to remove the head using a standard...

I was able to remove the head using a standard "cherry picker" out the rear. I removed turbo/exhaust manifold, A/C compressor etc...and it just did squeak out. Installation was a little tricky, I got...
Forum: Cummins Engines 10-25-2023, 06:56 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,592
Posted By mackwrench
Along the OP failure diagnosis, liner failure can...

Along the OP failure diagnosis, liner failure can also be caused by electrolysis, this is where coolant solution is weak enough to allow electric current from starter, alternator etc ..for damage to...
Forum: Cummins Engines 10-25-2023, 06:35 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,592
Posted By mackwrench
Great job! I recently in-framed overhaul my ISC,...

Great job! I recently in-framed overhaul my ISC, so I can certainly appreciate your efforts!
Mine was dusted due to air filter failure.
Your liner failure was caused by cavation, meaning weak...
Forum: Cummins Engines 10-13-2023, 06:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 514
Posted By mackwrench
Check Engine Light= CEL

Check Engine Light= CEL
Forum: Cummins Engines 10-09-2023, 07:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 909
Posted By mackwrench
Four Star Freightliner in Tallahassee, also have...

Four Star Freightliner in Tallahassee, also have RV hookups if you have to stay with it....
Forum: Cummins Engines 10-07-2023, 05:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 486
Posted By mackwrench
Looks like this

Looks like this
Forum: Cummins Engines 10-07-2023, 05:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 486
Posted By mackwrench
I installed one on my ISC. Is called a open...

I installed one on my ISC. Is called a open crankcase ventilation system, made by Fleetguard. Part # CV50116

Some here use a water bottle tied to slobber hose, but the fleetguard piece is...
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-20-2023, 01:05 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,380
Posted By mackwrench
Your sig has a diesel pusher.... what Daimler...

Your sig has a diesel pusher.... what Daimler Engine does your coach have? DD8, DD13? Or is it a Sprinter, Mercedes diesel?
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-20-2023, 01:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,380
Posted By mackwrench
This!....and I'll add, put in just what Cummins...

This!....and I'll add, put in just what Cummins Says using your engine serial number in Quickserve......Then check oil with your dipstick. That is your "FULL" level. The dipstick is not a Cummins...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-14-2023, 04:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,804
Posted By mackwrench
I'm not completely familiar with it, but I would...

I'm not completely familiar with it, but I would think a ramp style would take less space to operate?

My wheelchair experience is limited to transit buses.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-13-2023, 04:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,804
Posted By mackwrench
I'm familiar with the line you describe. .......

I'm familiar with the line you describe. .... glad you got it straightened out.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-12-2023, 10:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,804
Posted By mackwrench
OP, you get it figured out?

OP, you get it figured out?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-08-2023, 07:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,804
Posted By mackwrench
.... also with lift being brand new, you can...

.... also with lift being brand new, you can visit the Braun website and search for an authorized warranty repair center. Probably a transit bus dealer.

Sumner WA close to you?...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-08-2023, 07:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,804
Posted By mackwrench
I'm factory trained on Braun wheelchair lift. ...

I'm factory trained on Braun wheelchair lift.

Are the lights on in the hand pendant?

When you push the fold switch will the motor run?

It sounds like one of the drift latches is holding it....
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 09-03-2023, 07:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 589
Posted By mackwrench
My 1999 Eagle, Spartan uses Donaldson P537447 ...

My 1999 Eagle, Spartan uses Donaldson P537447

Which ever filter you get, be sure the filter has a wire mesh outer/inner. More than one engine here on this forum has been dusted due to the filter...
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-01-2023, 06:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,528
Posted By mackwrench
Almost impossible on modern diesel engine to have...

Almost impossible on modern diesel engine to have engine oil in coolant w/o coolant in engine oil

Have to remember when engine is running at operating temperature you can have 30 to 60 psi of oil...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 08-23-2023, 04:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,772
Posted By mackwrench
It ain't no RV, but my 2020 F250 7.3 gas is at...

It ain't no RV, but my 2020 F250 7.3 gas is at 50k and never had an issue. Not even back to the dealer for anything.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 08-19-2023, 08:46 PM
Replies: 49
American Coach: Leveling system inop
Views: 4,285
Posted By mackwrench
Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 08-19-2023, 12:52 PM
Replies: 49
American Coach: Leveling system inop
Views: 4,285
Posted By mackwrench
Can you share the part numbers? I'm still...

Can you share the part numbers? I'm still interested in repairing mine....
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 08-15-2023, 03:44 PM
Replies: 49
American Coach: Leveling system inop
Views: 4,285
Posted By mackwrench
Hopefully this link will work: ...

Hopefully this link will work:

https://revrvparts.com/search?keyword=10103020

American Coach Part number 1013020

$1,200 bucks

This kit replaces the touch pad and controller
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 08-15-2023, 03:36 PM
Replies: 49
American Coach: Leveling system inop
Views: 4,285
Posted By mackwrench
Scroll back up to post 24, I have the same...

Scroll back up to post 24, I have the same controller. The replacement part numbers are in the thread I linked...
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-04-2023, 02:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 799
Posted By mackwrench
Had same thing happen, Skip is correct, the end...

Had same thing happen, Skip is correct, the end of the muffler rusted and took the tip with it. Unfortunately, it bounced off the hood of my toad and got a bad rash!

I removed muffler and took it...
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-02-2023, 05:31 PM
Replies: 291
Views: 107,681
Posted By mackwrench
I've been successful changing a fan drive on a...

I've been successful changing a fan drive on a few rear radiator setups, and unsuccessful as well and had to remove the radiator.

Take a big piece of cardboard stuff up in-between fan and radiator...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-31-2023, 11:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 923
Posted By mackwrench
The separator should be on the draw side of the...

The separator should be on the draw side of the pump

Some filter locations seem to be air pockets that are hard to prime.
I'd set the high ide (cruise) at about 1400 Romans let it run in the...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-22-2023, 04:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 335
Posted By mackwrench
Air dump valve maybe located with on "firewall"...

Air dump valve maybe located with on "firewall" in front compartment under windshield, or under coach just ahead of steer axle.

It'll be a block looking piece with air lines and wires going to it,...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-22-2023, 09:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 335
Posted By mackwrench
Here's my list of WAG: You sure y'all got...

Here's my list of WAG:

You sure y'all got all the air leaks fixed?

The dump valve is controlled by your leveling system, the dump valve could be sticking.

You could have a front suspension...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 07-19-2023, 04:11 PM
Replies: 49
American Coach: Leveling system inop
Views: 4,285
Posted By mackwrench
Yep, mine does same thing. There's no issue at...

Yep, mine does same thing. There's no issue at the pump/motor or solenoids. I'm told my controller is good, but touch pad is bad.

I've heard good things about M&M let us know how it goes....if it...
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-18-2023, 08:59 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,551
Posted By mackwrench
Thanks Ray, good advice.

Thanks Ray, good advice.
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-18-2023, 04:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 663
Posted By mackwrench
Yep, Skip is spot on, it's the barometric...

Yep, Skip is spot on, it's the barometric pressure sensor.
...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 07-18-2023, 08:42 AM
Replies: 49
American Coach: Leveling system inop
Views: 4,285
Posted By mackwrench
I sent my controller and touch pad to 2 different...

I sent my controller and touch pad to 2 different repair centers, no luck.
The thread I linked above has the replacement, upgrade controller and touch pad part numbers. It was about $1,200 but that...
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-18-2023, 06:44 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 77,744
Posted By mackwrench
I replaced my original lift pump (1999) in 2017....

I replaced my original lift pump (1999) in 2017. Still running it, even though I've added a Airdog pump, the OEM is still hooked up. Just inspected it a few weeks ago during a pm service on coach,...
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-16-2023, 12:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,492
Posted By mackwrench
Do not, mine only has a connection for power to...

Do not, mine only has a connection for power to the pump.
I don't see any sensors in quickserve on the mounting plate either.
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-16-2023, 10:54 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,492
Posted By mackwrench
From the air dryer heater element.

From the air dryer heater element.
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-16-2023, 09:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,492
Posted By mackwrench
I don't have a issue with it, but the one you...

I don't have a issue with it, but the one you selected is 35 gallon a hour? I'm thinking that's not enough volume....at high rpm...but I'm not sure what that number should be, maybe 35 is ok? A lot...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 07-16-2023, 07:17 AM
Replies: 49
American Coach: Leveling system inop
Views: 4,285
Posted By mackwrench
Here's link to a thread here on that system. It...

Here's link to a thread here on that system. It covers many powergear issues.


https://www.irv2.com/forumshttps://www.irv2.com/forums/showthread.php?t=312011/showthread.php?t=312011
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-13-2023, 03:25 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,551
Posted By mackwrench
I'm not going to say the ECM ain't the issue, but...

I'm not going to say the ECM ain't the issue, but I'll say you need to be sure and do the correct diagnosis before just replacing the ECM....

That's a painful lesson to learn....

He's not sure...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-10-2023, 04:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 282
Posted By mackwrench
Not sure where in Georgia you are, but I've used...

Not sure where in Georgia you are, but I've used these guys in Moultrie GA... awesome job, very reliable, reasonable price and good communication.


https://www.boringsglassco.com/home.html
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-09-2023, 08:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 470
Posted By mackwrench
Hopefully OP meant air line antifreeze, not...

Hopefully OP meant air line antifreeze, not engine coolant!

Seeing that you were able to get air to suspension by playing with the leveling system, my guess is the dump valve in your picture is...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 07-07-2023, 09:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 403
Posted By mackwrench
Look behind the front axle, it'll be in a metal...

Look behind the front axle, it'll be in a metal box with a electric fan motor.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 07-07-2023, 09:39 PM
Replies: 19
American Coach: Tow behind to diesel pusher
Views: 1,611
Posted By mackwrench
Many (mine included) is a Spartan chassis. Solid...

Many (mine included) is a Spartan chassis. Solid well built coach.
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-04-2023, 01:57 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,551
Posted By mackwrench
Do you have a Cummins quickserve account? It's...

Do you have a Cummins quickserve account? It's free...use your engine S/N and you'll have access to the service and repair manual for your as built engine.

There's also an Electrical Control...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-03-2023, 06:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 692
Posted By mackwrench
I've not seen a delete ERG on the maxforce IH...

I've not seen a delete ERG on the maxforce IH .... probably could Google it and find one, but the EGR coolers are the biggest issues with that system.
I've seen them fail where it'll push straight...
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