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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-29-2017, 11:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,925
Posted By sccowboy
If my lower cylinder lock continues to be sticky,...

If my lower cylinder lock continues to be sticky, I'm going to take it to the hardware store and see if they can rebuild the tumblers.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-22-2017, 12:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,020
Posted By sccowboy
I recently installed new Michelins on the steers...

I recently installed new Michelins on the steers and tried the beads..... Hated them. After a month of trying to deal with it I went back to the shop and made them remove the beads and spin them. No...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-20-2017, 07:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,925
Posted By sccowboy
I found this if anyone needs it. Hopefully a...

I found this if anyone needs it. Hopefully a disassembly/cleaning/adjustment will fix my door.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-20-2017, 07:37 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,925
Posted By sccowboy
We recently have been locked in on several...

We recently have been locked in on several occasions. I am about to pull the entire assembly out to figure out why. I am trying to locate a parts diagram or other documentation on that type of door...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-10-2017, 06:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,641
Posted By sccowboy
I agree with Gary, get four heavy duty bottle...

I agree with Gary, get four heavy duty bottle jacks and cut some 2x10 blocks to stack up under the jacks. Should firm up the frame to minimize the rocking. The best thing to do would be to save up...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-02-2017, 07:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,372
Posted By sccowboy
The park brake chime is an intermittent chiming. ...

The park brake chime is an intermittent chiming. The jacks down should be a steady high pitch alarm. I have the repair steps and other info for that from FL in Gaffney if you want them.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-02-2017, 07:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,372
Posted By sccowboy
Fred is correct for a FL. Frame rail. FL will...

Fred is correct for a FL. Frame rail. FL will help you with the change out procedure. Must bleed all air from the brakes or the switch becomes a projectile.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-02-2017, 06:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 965
Posted By sccowboy
On the FL chassis, they call that the "park brake...

On the FL chassis, they call that the "park brake chime" and on my '02 you have to locate the sending unit on the left side frame in front of the rear axle. They have a procedure for it. Mine needs...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-25-2017, 09:05 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 738
Posted By sccowboy
Entrance step tread

I discovered an issue in my lower entrance step. The prior owner never cared to fix a windshield leak so I got the leak fixed a couple of months back. What I noticed though was the lower entrance...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-20-2017, 06:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,166
Posted By sccowboy
I concur with this. I am always telling the kids...

I concur with this. I am always telling the kids to wait until the steps are fully extended before putting weight on them. Keeping them lubricated is also a great idea to minimize the effort the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-19-2017, 11:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,707
Posted By sccowboy
If you go to the dicor website you will find an...

If you go to the dicor website you will find an abundance of information about the different types of rv roofing and videos on repair and restoration.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-19-2017, 10:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,116
Posted By sccowboy
We all need a little water intrusion in our...

We all need a little water intrusion in our lives....... Said no one ever! I just play it case by case. I'm usually more worried about the main awning being out in a storm than my slide. Good luck!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-19-2017, 06:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,241
Posted By sccowboy
I think the service guide mentions lubricating...

I think the service guide mentions lubricating the steps at certain key points so you have effectively accomplished routine maintenance.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2017, 10:21 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 12,072
Posted By sccowboy
I have the FL and like it. I cannot speak for...

I have the FL and like it. I cannot speak for Spartan but I imagine they are just as good. I can tell you that anything I have ever needed to know about my FL has been a simple phone call away. From...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2017, 10:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,116
Posted By sccowboy
I hate that streaking!! I may give this...

I hate that streaking!! I may give this suggestion a try in the next downpour. Thanks!!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2017, 10:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,116
Posted By sccowboy
I have a 14" wall slide on my coach and other...

I have a 14" wall slide on my coach and other than keeping an eye for any water encroaching inside, do not retract it. If you are level (which you should be to extend) and your gaskets are working...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-17-2017, 09:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,241
Posted By sccowboy
If they failed in the open position, locate the...

If they failed in the open position, locate the door switch and make sure that both halves are there. There should be the piece on the door frame and a small matching piece on the screen door. When...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-17-2017, 09:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,241
Posted By sccowboy
Here is a copy of the service manual for Kwikee...

Here is a copy of the service manual for Kwikee steps. What exactly is going on with your steps? My door switch failed and the steps were stuck out. After repeatedly getting sent the wrong...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-17-2017, 09:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,241
Posted By sccowboy
I can't remember where the power comes from but,...

I can't remember where the power comes from but, I can tell you that if the door switch fails, it will keep them drawn in or out depending upon what switch you have. I have a couple of diagrams for...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 07-29-2017, 07:41 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 704
Posted By sccowboy
Schematics

Would anyone happen to have the schematics for a 2002 Coachman Cross Country Elite? Specifically one pertaining to the coach/chassis disconnect switch. Mine seems to be backward and I can't locate a...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 07-28-2017, 10:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 911
Posted By sccowboy
Thx folks for the insight. I'll track it all down...

Thx folks for the insight. I'll track it all down in a few days.
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-27-2017, 08:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,600
Posted By sccowboy
I will be home tomorrow from beach week and am...

I will be home tomorrow from beach week and am itching to get into fixing the "bus" as my daughter calls it and ready for Gatlinburg on the 3rd.
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 07-27-2017, 08:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 911
Posted By sccowboy
Well I didn't give it much thought until I really...

Well I didn't give it much thought until I really noticed that the coach (new to us) had a really nice sine wave inverter and thought.... That should be powering something. Just wasn't sure what all...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 07-27-2017, 07:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 911
Posted By sccowboy
Inverter question

What all should your inveter normally be powering? Can't find in my paperwork any real info on what it's sending power to. I suppose I could just check each circuit for power when the gen and main...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 07-27-2017, 07:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,373
Posted By sccowboy
Fwiw, I have the SOKII model from carefree and it...

Fwiw, I have the SOKII model from carefree and it like many the were installed doesn't have that anti billow lock. When my rewind spring broke, I just took a good rubber bungee and wrapped around the...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 07-27-2017, 07:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,186
Posted By sccowboy
I think I have the same issue above a few of my...

I think I have the same issue above a few of my basement compartments but I don't think it goes up the wall. I think mine came from the gap between the wall and the trim above the door hinges. I...
Forum: Boondocking 07-26-2017, 08:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,650
Posted By sccowboy
There are several Walmart locations around...

There are several Walmart locations around Charleston and a couple of cracker barrels too.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-26-2017, 06:38 AM
Replies: 1,641
Sticky: Mods to RVs
Views: 1,849,013
Posted By sccowboy
Exactly! The tree that my kids and wife think...

Exactly! The tree that my kids and wife think grows in the back yard..:mad:
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-26-2017, 06:27 AM
Replies: 1,641
Sticky: Mods to RVs
Views: 1,849,013
Posted By sccowboy
I have two rolls of Reflectix that would work...

I have two rolls of Reflectix that would work perfectly for that. I guess I have to add that to the list of things to do........ which seems to keep growing. lol
Forum: Test Your Changes 07-25-2017, 07:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 558
Posted By sccowboy
Test

Test
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 07-25-2017, 09:36 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,912
Posted By sccowboy
We just put smart tiles around the kitchen and...

We just put smart tiles around the kitchen and bath vanity and love them. Home Depot in Charleston was the only place we could find them.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-25-2017, 08:12 AM
Replies: 1,641
Sticky: Mods to RVs
Views: 1,849,013
Posted By sccowboy
Never thought about it but I may do this mod as...

Never thought about it but I may do this mod as well. Thx!
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-25-2017, 08:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,157
Posted By sccowboy
What system is it?

What system is it?
Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 07-24-2017, 04:14 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,590
Posted By sccowboy
That's a beautiful rig!

That's a beautiful rig!
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-24-2017, 08:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,795
Posted By sccowboy
UPDATE: I went outside to check on the rear...

UPDATE: I went outside to check on the rear jacks as we have had a lot of rain and I did not have any cribbing under them. Go figure, the rears were sinking into the soft ground so I figured I...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-24-2017, 07:57 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,600
Posted By sccowboy
Well hopefully you can get a dry spell to get...

Well hopefully you can get a dry spell to get that done. I am at the beach this week and didn't bring the coach so I am having a delay of game as well getting ready for the Gatlinburg trip.
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-23-2017, 08:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,600
Posted By sccowboy
FL responded with two things.... There is no fuse...

FL responded with two things.... There is no fuse for the cruise control and they say that the cruise will work with the exhaust brake on. I'm puzzled as to how though since the exhaust brake would...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-22-2017, 03:04 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 616
Posted By sccowboy
Slide Out Repair

I wanted to share a repair I did on our slide out motor that had failed mounts. The motor worked just fine but, the three aluminum studs that held it into the steel gear housing broke and allowed it...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-21-2017, 06:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,600
Posted By sccowboy
On a side note, I came up with a heck of a trick...

On a side note, I came up with a heck of a trick to fix my slide motor mount that I'll share with you guys when I get a chance.
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-21-2017, 06:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,600
Posted By sccowboy
I'm sure that's what they wanted.... But I ain't...

I'm sure that's what they wanted.... But I ain't skeerd lol. I appreciate the pics if you can grab them since I'll be doing mine when we get back from TN. The biggest problem is no cruise. Hate...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-20-2017, 02:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,600
Posted By sccowboy
Skip, that's a good point. I can't remember if...

Skip, that's a good point. I can't remember if the Jake was on or not. I will have to go for a test ride and verify if it works with it off or if FL is correct, when parked and in neutral, the...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-20-2017, 01:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,600
Posted By sccowboy
Mine is a 2002 Cummins. I think that...

Mine is a 2002 Cummins. I think that Freightliner was being cautious in the "danger" warning. The park light was not one when the chime went off but the tech at FL did not indicate that the chime...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-18-2017, 08:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,795
Posted By sccowboy
My left front jack won't retract without a gentle...

My left front jack won't retract without a gentle lift by hand so I'm thinking it's gonna need the upgraded springs. The right front requires a bit more leverage to retract which I think may be a...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-18-2017, 08:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,600
Posted By sccowboy
Park brake switch

I have been told by freightliner that the constant chiming under the dash is the park brake chime caused by a faulty brake switch. They said it is the most dangerous thing to change out on this...
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