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Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-28-2023, 03:29 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,417
Posted By azmaddog
8.3Oilburner, I hate to say this but, are you...

8.3Oilburner, I hate to say this but, are you sure that it was the factory that put the Eternabond tape on there? And if you are feeling up to the task or know someone who is willing to tackle...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-24-2023, 11:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,417
Posted By azmaddog
I would also recommend you check the special...

I would also recommend you check the special weather stripping around the slide. It may be worn out or just dry and brittle from age. And if in doubt, replace it anyway. Better safe than sorry....
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-22-2023, 05:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,417
Posted By azmaddog
If you have aluminum tubing in the slide, what...

If you have aluminum tubing in the slide, what was the screw material? Steel? Brass? Or aluminum? Unless it was aluminum, you have a dielectric reaction that could look like rust, especially if the...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-02-2020, 11:25 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,958
Posted By azmaddog
Well, glad you found your problem. I still...

Well, glad you found your problem. I still recommend checking/cleaning your MAF/MAP sensors. Those can also screw things up almost as bad as a faulty fuel pump.

As for your fuel tank, you should...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-31-2020, 10:22 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,958
Posted By azmaddog
Just a thought, but do you have a valve in your...

Just a thought, but do you have a valve in your air inlet that is heated from your exhaust manifold? It was common with the older carburetor system and maybe you have it as a mistake from factory air...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-18-2020, 11:19 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,958
Posted By azmaddog
I agree that gen has its own fuel pump, usually...

I agree that gen has its own fuel pump, usually on the gen set itself. Double check for vacuum leak and EGR sticking. And just a thought, did you check/clear your air intake hose and filter? It...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-17-2020, 03:40 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,958
Posted By azmaddog
If it was carburetor fed, I would say check your...

If it was carburetor fed, I would say check your choke settings. And some of the early throttle body injection systems used both a tank electrical pump and the oldstyle engine operated pump in...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-16-2020, 06:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,121
Posted By azmaddog
Also check your tires. New version car and truck...

Also check your tires. New version car and truck tires don't have stiff sidewalls anymore. Depending on your tire size, you might need to shift to either special motorhome tires or tires for big...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-16-2020, 06:42 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,958
Posted By azmaddog
90 Pace Arrow

I would double check your fuel line. There is definitely supposed to be a second fuel filter. And I would recommend testing some of that new fuel you put in. Since you would have to empty the tank to...
Forum: Vintage RV's 09-25-2020, 10:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 883
Posted By azmaddog
BTW, check your switch for both up and down...

BTW, check your switch for both up and down before you start to reassemble the door. If it is intermittent, replace it to. And if the breaker trips in either up or down mode, you may have to replace...
Forum: Vintage RV's 09-25-2020, 10:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 883
Posted By azmaddog
BINGO! Now you have to check it to see if it's...

BINGO! Now you have to check it to see if it's good. Or just replace it since it isn't really expensive.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-24-2020, 02:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,122
Posted By azmaddog
Fridge fire?

Might not have been a propane leak that started it. The refrigerant used in almost all RV refrigerators is a mix of ammonia and HYDROGEN! Remember the Hindenburg?!? If they were running on propane...
Forum: Vintage RV's 09-24-2020, 01:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 883
Posted By azmaddog
Power Window

I have an '87 Pace Arrow. On mine, you have a fuse in box under dash; a "supposed to auto-reset" circuit breaker mounted inside the door; and the switch. The only way to access the circuit breaker...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-11-2016, 10:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,613
Posted By azmaddog
I use two 1500W ceramic heaters on separate...

I use two 1500W ceramic heaters on separate circuts. Did do a thorough electrical check on each circuit like what was recommended. And I run em all night with no problem. BTW, where I'm at, I can...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 10-09-2016, 10:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 700
Posted By azmaddog
Wouldn't bet on it. I don't believe that edpm was...

Wouldn't bet on it. I don't believe that edpm was available at all back then. Someone probably reroofed it shortly after edpm became available. And it's probably edpm that was originally designed for...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-08-2016, 11:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 823
Posted By azmaddog
If the switch is bad, yes it has to be replaced....

If the switch is bad, yes it has to be replaced. Is it a remote controlled switch or is it in battery / engine compartment?
Forum: New Member Check-In 10-08-2016, 11:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 627
Posted By azmaddog
BTW, and before I forget it, get a quality surge ...

BTW, and before I forget it, get a quality surge unit for your electrical. Even if you don't have a DC converter setup to protect, you may have other electronics that will need it. They are a bit...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-08-2016, 10:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,107
Posted By azmaddog
Another idea is 1" faux wood venetian blinds....

Another idea is 1" faux wood venetian blinds. Similar to the 2" & 2 1/2" blinds but small enough to fit inside most valances. And the faux wood is a lot tougher than the vinyl or aluminum blinds....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-08-2016, 10:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 823
Posted By azmaddog
If you have a volt meter, the next time this...

If you have a volt meter, the next time this happens, check volts on both sides of battery disconnect before you touch swich. Then check again after you cycle it. That should tell you if switch is...
Forum: New Member Check-In 10-08-2016, 10:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 627
Posted By azmaddog
The quickest way to check is have someone stand...

The quickest way to check is have someone stand outside at night and shine a flashlight in the combustion vents. If seals are bad, you can see the light from flashlight from inside in the heater...
Forum: New Member Check-In 10-08-2016, 12:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 627
Posted By azmaddog
Better to totally replace roof actually unit...

Better to totally replace roof actually unit rather than play with motor. Newer units weigh less and are more energy-efficient. Check Advent/Dometic/Colman prices online. I played with both Coleman...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 10-08-2016, 12:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 700
Posted By azmaddog
Can you see what the material is immediately...

Can you see what the material is immediately underneath the edpm? It could be sheet metal if it's super thin; but if it's about 3/32 - 1/8" thick, it's probably fiberglass. You also want to very...
Forum: Vintage RV's 10-07-2016, 12:54 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,736
Posted By azmaddog
Nice work! BTW, noticed you said the heater...

Nice work! BTW, noticed you said the heater doesn't work. Check your combustion air in/out vents. Bet the seals are shot just like mine are. So be glad the heater doesn't work. Would hate to lose an...
Forum: Duramax Engine Forum 09-21-2016, 11:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,955
Posted By azmaddog
Just a quick heads up if O.P. does retturn; check...

Just a quick heads up if O.P. does retturn; check Visone rv salvage. They have a lot of salvage rvs and motors that have already been pulled. AND THEY SHIP AS WELL AS PICKUP! Mite be worth a look.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-21-2016, 10:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,502
Posted By azmaddog
Noticed a comment about D-I-Y a/c replacement...

Noticed a comment about D-I-Y a/c replacement and difficulty of getting it up onto the roof. I replaced my old dead Domestic with a new Advent. I placed an extended 17' extension ladder from ground...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-17-2016, 10:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 905
Posted By azmaddog
I probably should have posted this with my first...

I probably should have posted this with my first reply, but I'm in an '87 Pace Arrow Y27. Bit smaller and probably drastically different layout but it mite give you a couple of ideas.
Forum: New Member Check-In 09-16-2016, 12:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 853
Posted By azmaddog
Just a quick heads-up, check for water damage and...

Just a quick heads-up, check for water damage and mold around the tank and anywhere the water mite have run when it split. Also check all of your plumbing before you pressurize it or you may find...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 09-15-2016, 11:51 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 17,332
Posted By azmaddog
Guess I should have specified that I'm in an '87...

Guess I should have specified that I'm in an '87 Pace Arrow motorhome and that besides the fact that I'm a hard-core desert rat, I'm only running one 13,500 BTU unit in a 28ft coach. 80-90 is...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-14-2016, 01:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,438
Posted By azmaddog
I know the feeling about the mirrors. Gonna...

I know the feeling about the mirrors. Gonna ditch my factory mirrors and replace with good old fashioned trucker mirrors from a dead 18wheeler tractor. Something to consider for yours but you may...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-14-2016, 12:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 905
Posted By azmaddog
I had same problem. Found a spot in my hall...

I had same problem. Found a spot in my hall between kitchen folding door and bathroom door. Area is 11" wide. Went to Uline and ordered 2 feminine sanitary napkin disposal bins, wall mountable type....
Forum: Vintage RV's 09-13-2016, 02:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,915
Posted By azmaddog
Love those old Mopar. If you still have a fully...

Love those old Mopar. If you still have a fully functional power center with converter, get a quality surge unit ASAP. Especially if you don't want to replace it. And load test all your batteries...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 09-13-2016, 02:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,058
Posted By azmaddog
Try a jumper wire across your switch terminals....

Try a jumper wire across your switch terminals. Switch may just be bad. Then check ALL fuses. Those are your quick checks.
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 09-09-2016, 10:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,290
Posted By azmaddog
You have GOT to get film on those new windows to...

You have GOT to get film on those new windows to prevent another go round like that. Especially since your warranty won't cover glass repair/replacement. Sorry to hear this problem with one of the...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 09-08-2016, 11:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,085
Posted By azmaddog
Mine is an '87 Pace Arrow Y27 with carb 454,...

Mine is an '87 Pace Arrow Y27 with carb 454, 3speed auto, 4.10:1 rear. Very little electronic on it but it does have early electronic ignition with vacuum advance distributor. Starter is an MD...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 09-08-2016, 12:53 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,581
Posted By azmaddog
Add one more thing to your list; if you don't...

Add one more thing to your list; if you don't have a quality surge unit, get one ASAP. Only thing I didn't see mentioned in all the other info. And you might want to consider overload shocks and...
Forum: New Member Check-In 09-08-2016, 12:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 881
Posted By azmaddog
One major do, whatever your final choice of rv:...

One major do, whatever your final choice of rv: get a GOOD QUALITY rv surge unit for your right before you ever plug it in to ANY shore power anywhere. Learned that the hard way. Good luck and have...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 09-07-2016, 11:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,085
Posted By azmaddog
I've got a question for you. What is the mini...

I've got a question for you. What is the mini starter you're referring to? I have an older 454 that's got one of the big starters on it. I can get it rebuilt by the same shop that rebuilds them for...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-07-2016, 11:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,197
Posted By azmaddog
To old Bounder, you may be right. A lot of it...

To old Bounder, you may be right. A lot of it depends on how long he intends to keep it and how much he plans to use it. I guess you could say that my advice was for long term ownership. If he wasn't...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-07-2016, 12:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,143
Posted By azmaddog
Check balance with a spin balancer. That rub...

Check balance with a spin balancer. That rub against the curb mite have shifted the tire bead just enough to put it out of balance. Just a thought.
Forum: New Member Check-In 09-07-2016, 12:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 958
Posted By azmaddog
Check your insulation on that power cord...

Check your insulation on that power cord carefully to see if it is showing anything other than black insulation. If it is, you may need to replace it. Would hate to hear that you hadn't known that...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-07-2016, 12:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,041
Posted By azmaddog
Good move! Just be very careful to follow wiring ...

Good move! Just be very careful to follow wiring directions (with coach unpluged) and you should be good to go. Hopefully you won't have any other electrical/electronics damage from this.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-06-2016, 11:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,197
Posted By azmaddog
To ahicks, see my response to old bounder.

To ahicks, see my response to old bounder.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-06-2016, 11:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,197
Posted By azmaddog
To oldbounder, if you had noticed,he stated that...

To oldbounder, if you had noticed,he stated that his had water leak and had had frozen plumbing. That's why I commented about changing out polybutalene to new. And while you may not have had...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-05-2016, 11:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,197
Posted By azmaddog
That year of rv means you have polybutalyne...

That year of rv means you have polybutalyne plumbing for your system. That crap was recalled by federal government and manufacturers of mobile homes were supposed to replace it. However, feds forgot...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-05-2016, 11:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,041
Posted By azmaddog
I forgot to mention in my other post, do you have...

I forgot to mention in my other post, do you have a quality surge guard in line on your shore power? If not, get one ASAP before you put a new converter in. That may be why you lost the original. To...
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 09-04-2016, 11:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,999
Posted By azmaddog
Just a post script; Edison was DC master/Tesla...

Just a post script; Edison was DC master/Tesla was AC master.
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 09-04-2016, 11:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,999
Posted By azmaddog
Well I'll be, first I've ever heard of that. My...

Well I'll be, first I've ever heard of that. My granddad was a master electrician and he never mentioned anything even remotely about this. Though when it came to AC power, he was a magician. I'll ...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-04-2016, 11:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,041
Posted By azmaddog
Sounds like that converter is toast. If possible,...

Sounds like that converter is toast. If possible, leave it OFF until you can replace it. If not, only run it while you are awake and present; and have a good fire extinguisher close by.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-04-2016, 11:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,028
Posted By azmaddog
Sounds like you've already correctly diagnosed...

Sounds like you've already correctly diagnosed the problem. Do you have a good surge protector on you shore power? If not, that may be what killed converter. Also use your disconnect and then check...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-04-2016, 10:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,197
Posted By azmaddog
IDK about your motor home but I did see a 5th...

IDK about your motor home but I did see a 5th wheel trailer that had 2 separate 30A cords and one a/c unit on each circut. It could be that they had it set to run rear on gen and front on shore. I...
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