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Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-19-2024, 01:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 710
Posted By vagaron
Got my last Trico replacements on eBay: 26" pair...

Got my last Trico replacements on eBay: 26" pair for $40.

Also, if you ever need replacement parts for the wipers themselves, they're made by Denso and sold by Rome Truck Parts ...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 10-06-2023, 11:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 328
Posted By vagaron
WONDERFUL!! Thanks a bunch. Your info will surely...

WONDERFUL!! Thanks a bunch. Your info will surely fix my problem and a couple of YouTube videos demonstrate detailed procedures. For all I know my thermistor may have just fallen off the fins. Will...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 10-06-2023, 02:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 328
Posted By vagaron
Dometic fridge overcooling

It's a Dometic NDR1292 in a 2006 Pace Arrow. The unit works, taking the usual 24+ hrs to initially cool down. But then it continues to cool even though I have it on the lowest setting. Things in the...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-18-2023, 05:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 934
Posted By vagaron
Especially since you have insurance coverage, I'd...

Especially since you have insurance coverage, I'd replace it AND -- have someone weld a "cage" around it to deter further thefts. Many have done it in the community RV lot where I store mine and we...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-13-2022, 02:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 432
Posted By vagaron
Great tip! Thanks.

Great tip! Thanks.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-12-2022, 07:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 432
Posted By vagaron
Dash Temp Gauge Kaput

'05 WH W22 8.1L
I've never had a problem with engine temp. The gauge runs from 6 o'clock (completely cold) counterclockwise to 12 o'clock (red range). Once warmed up the gauge has always stayed...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-12-2022, 06:52 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,142
Posted By vagaron
Did you also put in a new air filter? I...

Did you also put in a new air filter?

I concur with using Brazel's products. I also got the ECM/TCM upgrades. I think these came with a CRecorder module for plugging into the OBD port to record...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 08-14-2022, 02:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 577
Posted By vagaron
My PA has a Coleman control panel. The Waiter's...

My PA has a Coleman control panel. The Waiter's ECC only replaces Intellitec, correct? Any good replacements for the Coleman Comfort unit?
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 08-14-2022, 02:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 577
Posted By vagaron
Mechanic found a blown fuse. I had tried the A/C...

Mechanic found a blown fuse. I had tried the A/C breakers but the fuse in question was cryptically labeled. A bigger question has to do with the chassis A/C but that's another forum.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 08-12-2022, 02:12 AM
Replies: 11
Pace Arrow: 2007 Pace Arrow 38B
Views: 630
Posted By vagaron
Lakeman, It's difficult to compare w/o...

Lakeman,

It's difficult to compare w/o seeing what's going on in your coach. Does the coach lean to the right? This photo shows mine, although the lean is easier to see directly from the front.
...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 08-11-2022, 02:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 577
Posted By vagaron
Thx! Will give it a try. Ron

Thx! Will give it a try.

Ron
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 08-11-2022, 03:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 577
Posted By vagaron
PA A/C control panel kaput

In my '06 the control panel for controlling a/c & heat is completely blank & will not start the cooling. The generator readout shows power to everything, incl a/c. I flipped the 2 a/c breakers off &...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 08-09-2022, 03:04 PM
Replies: 11
Pace Arrow: 2007 Pace Arrow 38B
Views: 630
Posted By vagaron
Installing an upgrade for the LCD screen is a...

Installing an upgrade for the LCD screen is a minor thing.

You didn't mention the mileage.

PAs, maybe other Fleetwoods too around that time, take on a list to the right. It's not a big deal...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-09-2022, 06:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,047
Posted By vagaron
I try to exercise everything (generator, A/C,...

I try to exercise everything (generator, A/C, engine) on a regular basis. I know the code may not indicate the exact problem, but offhand I don't think it's the carburetor. Could be wrong...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-09-2022, 04:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,047
Posted By vagaron
Onan 5500 Fault Code 41

I started the generator today to give it some exercise. It started fine and ran about 2 minutes then stopped. Subsequently I could get it to kick over a few times but never really started again.
...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 03-18-2022, 12:14 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,981
Posted By vagaron
Pays to scan this forum occasionally, no? :thumb:

Pays to scan this forum occasionally, no? :thumb:
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 03-03-2022, 08:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,715
Posted By vagaron
Welcome to motorhome ownership!! :greetings10: ...

Welcome to motorhome ownership!! :greetings10:

And you're just looking in the chassis forum... :whistling:
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 03-03-2022, 07:56 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,981
Posted By vagaron
When this happened the first time I recorded the...

When this happened the first time I recorded the # off the OEM (I assume) belt: NAPA part# 25-061080. I had already unloaded the toad and driven to AutoZone for a matching replacement. It was a...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 03-03-2022, 07:44 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,981
Posted By vagaron
Ha! We're in Palm Desert now. I updated my...

Ha! We're in Palm Desert now. I updated my signature to that effect but not the info in the sidebar.

I had had good work done at Thermal Truck & RV in -- guess what -- Thermal! The attitudes of...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 03-02-2022, 05:23 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,981
Posted By vagaron
Shredded Serpentine Belt -- Again!!

This happened just last November. Then, 2 days ago, The drive belt broke again. Last time a mobile mechanic was able to replace it on the side of the road and we were fine for 2 full days of driving....
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 02-24-2022, 01:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,627
Posted By vagaron
I was carrying one of those pancake units but I...

I was carrying one of those pancake units but I really didn't need it for anything except filling tires. Now I have a DeWALT 20V air Inflator (DCC020IB) and I love it. It can be used cordless...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-14-2022, 04:13 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,466
Posted By vagaron
So how do you replenish the batteries? Solar?...

So how do you replenish the batteries? Solar? Generator?
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-12-2022, 03:48 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,466
Posted By vagaron
I was happy to find your post re dry camping with...

I was happy to find your post re dry camping with a "residential" fridge. Our absorption model, a Dometic 1292, still runs ok in our '06 Pace Arrow, but it's just old and crappy looking inside so I...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 01-25-2022, 01:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,368
Posted By vagaron
Or... ...

Or...

https://jrproducts.net/?s=Compartment+door+latch+
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 01-25-2022, 01:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,368
Posted By vagaron
Me too, like this one: ...

Me too, like this one:

https://www.amazon.com/60-400-Baggage-TM500-Point-Compartment/dp/B08VWFPFWF

If you know the part code it helps but I ordered mine by the dimensions.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 01-18-2022, 04:38 PM
Replies: 19
American Coach: Overhead "puck" Lights
Views: 3,972
Posted By vagaron
I replaced all my ceiling halogens with these: ...

I replaced all my ceiling halogens with these:
...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 01-13-2022, 10:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,697
Posted By vagaron
Anyone have actual knowledge or experience?

Anyone have actual knowledge or experience?
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 01-13-2022, 07:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,697
Posted By vagaron
Catalytic Converter Thefts

This became of interest when thefts in our RV lot were reported.

My '06 PA has 2 converters, 1 on each of the 2 exhaust pipes. They are labeled as

N EM 78500-001 02/17

I think these are...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-15-2021, 05:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,260
Posted By vagaron
Per CA DMV: "Tow dollies don’t need to be...

Per CA DMV:
"Tow dollies don’t need to be registered. Tow dollies no longer require decals and may be registered under the Permanent Trailer Identification (PTI) program (optional). If the owner...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-14-2021, 04:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,260
Posted By vagaron
License plate bracket for EZ Tow dolly

Has anyone bought this accessory and installed it? I can't for the life of me figure how this installs using the 2 bolts at the back of the dolly fender.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 12-07-2021, 02:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,088
Posted By vagaron
Welcome! I have a pre-'08 PA and can vouch for...

Welcome! I have a pre-'08 PA and can vouch for the difficulty in parts availability. You didn't specify chassis, but if it's a Workhorse like mine you'll also find a lot of help in that chassis...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 12-05-2021, 07:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,987
Posted By vagaron
I bought my UltraRV parts from Brazel’s RV, incl...

I bought my UltraRV parts from Brazel’s RV, incl the computer upgrades for engine and transmission. They sent me a small recording module I can plug into the OBD port. I then upload the resulting...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 12-05-2021, 07:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,987
Posted By vagaron
Oh, I see. That was for a set of 12. But STILL......

Oh, I see. That was for a set of 12. But STILL... $66 each??
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 12-05-2021, 07:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,987
Posted By vagaron
I recently bought a knife blade type battery...

I recently bought a knife blade type battery disconnect. Is the price for it on the link you supplied a joke? $794 ?!?! I bought mine on eBay for $15.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 12-05-2021, 07:29 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,112
Posted By vagaron
Check if there was a recall on the brakes for...

Check if there was a recall on the brakes for your model & year. That was the case for later years.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 12-05-2021, 07:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 777
Posted By vagaron
I've had the same problem intermittently with my...

I've had the same problem intermittently with my '06 PA. He showed you where the problem was. Please tell us with description and photos if you can. Would be so nice for dash A/C to work reliably.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 12-05-2021, 07:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 288
Posted By vagaron
Recommend Mobile Service in SoCal

Worth a shout-out for Desert Valley Towing in Victorville, CA (760- 658-5713). Mechanic Andy came out ASAP considering heavy traffic at night and replaced our serpentine belt. Back on the road w/o...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 12-05-2021, 07:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,300
Posted By vagaron
Only reference I found to a mobile service was...

Only reference I found to a mobile service was Marios RV Repair (760-413-8288). Not in Indio but seems to serve all of Coachella Valley.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-03-2021, 02:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 637
Posted By vagaron
My dolly has surge brakes that are activated when...

My dolly has surge brakes that are activated when the towing vehicle slows. It puts pressure on the hydraulics that drive the disk brakes. I like them because no extra wiring connection between...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-28-2021, 06:06 PM
Replies: 1
Pace Arrow: What the Beep??
Views: 800
Posted By vagaron
What the Beep??

Last couple of drives of more than a few miles my '06 PA Workhorse W22 made a series of 6-10 beeps. It was the same sort of sound as low fuel but no other warning appeared on the instrument cluster....
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-24-2021, 02:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,098
Posted By vagaron
Uh, Good Sam & FMCA. But it's a loooong story....

Uh, Good Sam & FMCA. But it's a loooong story. Back to the belt itself, the mechanic brought "both" belts that were supposed to be the only possibilities. Neither fit. Poor guy realized this after...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-23-2021, 06:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,098
Posted By vagaron
THANK YOU GEORGE! Actually mobile mechanic is on...

THANK YOU GEORGE! Actually mobile mechanic is on his way with 2 belts. He'll return the one that's wrong. Evidently there are 2 possibilities for the 2005. Just glad a mechanic is coming. The...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-23-2021, 05:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,098
Posted By vagaron
2005 Workhorse W22 Alternator size

Mobile mechanic needs my alternator amperage to replace serpentine belt.
We're waiting on the side of the highway.

The chassis has air conditioning.

Anybody know?
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-23-2021, 02:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 398
Posted By vagaron
Help! '06 PA Power Steering Belt Broke

We're off the side of the road on a paved shoulder after a belt broke and steering became difficult. Engine's ok (Workhorse W22 8.1L). Got calls in to find maybe a mobile unit that can replace it...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-23-2021, 06:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,157
Posted By vagaron
Thanks, Vato. I will check this out when we get...

Thanks, Vato. I will check this out when we get back from our trip this week. I had considered the trailer plug wiring but thought its brake/turn would give me the same problem. I will see...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-20-2021, 02:13 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,599
Posted By vagaron
meant2shop: since your queries about the 37C are...

meant2shop: since your queries about the 37C are more general and off-topic from the OP I'll send you a private message.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-16-2021, 04:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,599
Posted By vagaron
Forgot to mention, you have a small solar panel...

Forgot to mention, you have a small solar panel on top of the front AC. It is meant to maintain charge in the house batteries but not recharge or keep up with a draw. There is a small red light in...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-16-2021, 03:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,599
Posted By vagaron
I have your exact model - '06 37C, and I'm...

I have your exact model - '06 37C, and I'm frustrated that the main batt often runs down in a relatively short period of time even though I religiously turn off the main & aux switches any time I...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-16-2021, 12:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,157
Posted By vagaron
Yes, the converter is the same type. I attached a...

Yes, the converter is the same type. I attached a photo with labels to show how the taillights were originally configured. About half the area only has a reflector and an empty area that was...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-16-2021, 12:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,157
Posted By vagaron
Kevin D, You're probably right. Seems somewhere...

Kevin D,
You're probably right. Seems somewhere in there, maybe at the steering column, the left/right signals have separate wires I could use, then find the brake light wire. All of this may have...
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