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Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-21-2022, 06:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 613
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Thanks, Gary.

Thanks, Gary.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-20-2022, 10:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 613
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Leaving the RV world for a bit.

Just sold our 2018 Aspire 44W. This is the one that Spartan upgraded with a new 20K front axle and double steering boxes, hoses and pump on engine for the extra oil flow. It has been a pleasure...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 03-17-2022, 05:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,029
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
see this...

see this link:https://www.irv2.com/forums/f278/good-news-story-wipers-564877.html
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-16-2022, 05:16 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 17,009
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Sway Bar Install

I was able to get the sway bar kit installed yesterday. An additional helper makes it much easier. Not too hard, and pretty much straight forward with the exception of where to place the bar: Above...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-15-2022, 06:53 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 17,009
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Brad, Do you have any details as to the routing...

Brad, Do you have any details as to the routing of the brake air lines in relation to the sway bar. In other words should the air line be above or below the sway bar. As I see it, when installing bar...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-14-2022, 06:24 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 17,009
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Larry, Thanks for the detailed explanation of the...

Larry, Thanks for the detailed explanation of the nuts. At least this way a hold back wrench wont be required as the nut wedges it self in the control arm. I might get this installed today.

Paul
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-13-2022, 04:26 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 17,009
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Well that certainly makes a difference. Thanks...

Well that certainly makes a difference.
Thanks !!
Paul
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-13-2022, 09:42 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 17,009
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Sway Bar Mock Up

Here are some pics of sway bar mock up prior to getting under coach to install. Using the illustration from Reyco Grannings web site it was not too hard to figure where the hardware goes. Just seems...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-13-2022, 08:29 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 17,009
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Sway Bar kit

Sway bar kit arrived from Reyco Granning late yesterday. No instructions !
I'm going to download the manual and see if it list bolt sizes and lengths in the descriptions.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-10-2022, 10:00 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 17,009
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Thanks Larry, If it looks suspect I'll get in...

Thanks Larry, If it looks suspect I'll get in touch.
Paul
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-09-2022, 05:55 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 17,009
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
My ordered kit is on the way. Scheduled for a...

My ordered kit is on the way. Scheduled for a Wed. delivery. Will update upon install as to difficulty level.
Paul
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-27-2021, 05:20 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 17,009
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Sway Bar Kit

Larry, great info as usual. I have our sway bar kit ordered, unfortunately wont be shipped until first week in January. Look forward to testing it though.
Happy New Year,
Paul
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-24-2021, 03:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,282
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
144 Industrial Ave. Greensboro N.C. 27406 ...

144 Industrial Ave.
Greensboro N.C. 27406

Sean Miller

Engineer/Product Development

Wiper Technologies

144 Industrial Avenue
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-22-2021, 04:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,261
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
What ever you do DON'T let Entegra mess with the...

What ever you do DON'T let Entegra mess with the wiper mechanism. They DON'T know what their doing in regards to this aspect. Maybe they can replace arms.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-22-2021, 04:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,261
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Wiper Arms

As stated in a previous thread, I was at Wiper Technologies this past Monday. Sean Miller stated the torque should be 75 ft.lbs. They also have them in stock. Most DP come with 1000 MM blades, but...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-20-2021, 02:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,282
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Thumbs up Good news story, Wipers

We have a 2018 Aspire. Since new the wipers were never right. The pass side never wiped the last 1/3rd of the windshield, in other words it was off of the glass. Entegra service in their infinite...
Forum: Vendor Spotlight (Deals, Announcements & More) 12-14-2021, 03:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,489
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Rayco Sway Bar Kit

No worries, I think I will call today and have the shipping changed to the Florida address. Compare handling in April.
Thanks for your replies.
Paul
Forum: Vendor Spotlight (Deals, Announcements & More) 12-09-2021, 05:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,489
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
No worries, Now if I could get it shipped prior...

No worries, Now if I could get it shipped prior to me leaving for Florida, instead of the first week of January I would be able to install and compare handling.

Paul
Forum: Vendor Spotlight (Deals, Announcements & More) 12-07-2021, 08:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,489
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Good news, Looks like Brad got the details worked...

Good news, Looks like Brad got the details worked out with Customer Service.
Thanks to the Reyco Team !

Paul
Forum: Vendor Spotlight (Deals, Announcements & More) 12-07-2021, 07:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,489
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Seems to be a bit of a disconnect between Brad...

Seems to be a bit of a disconnect between Brad and customer service. Understandable. They are still quoting the $1000 + price, plus a 6% surcharge, plus a 3% credit card, plus have to fill out a...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-01-2021, 12:39 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 17,009
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
https://reycogranning.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/...

https://reycogranning.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/D710551-4.pdf,
Larry, Could this be the sway bar info. Page 17

Paul
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 11-30-2021, 04:22 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 17,009
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Larry, Great write up and I'm sure a great...

Larry, Great write up and I'm sure a great experience. As I shared with you earlier I too drove Reyco's test rig.
To :Reyco Granning. I for one would be interested in the sway bar adaptation. ...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 11-12-2021, 04:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,851
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
I actually do it both ways, with and without...

I actually do it both ways, with and without weight on king pins.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 11-11-2021, 03:04 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,851
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Don't for get the king pins. Technician at...

Don't for get the king pins. Technician at Spartan and Josams in Florida told me it's best to jack up rig and remove weight when greasing them.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 09-16-2021, 06:15 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 13,833
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Hershey Show

We attended the Hershey show yesterday (Wed the 15th) First stop was the Spartan booth where they had a 2021 Cornerstone chassis, dressed up in the blue and white paint. NO ONE at the booth would...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-22-2021, 07:20 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,743
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Page 28 ...

Page 28
https://www.girardgroupcompanies.com/storage/app/public/product-manual/AK-G-2000_G-1500_62615_2e88a83c-a485-42c0-83cf-fd73922b6d5e.pdf
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-22-2021, 07:13 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,743
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
12 Volt reboot wont do anything as the awnings...

12 Volt reboot wont do anything as the awnings run off of 110V. And are operated by remotes. There is a breaker above the drivers head that will kill the 110V feed. It is NOT marked, you will have to...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-18-2021, 05:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,498
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
As far as removal, the eaisest way is to cut the...

As far as removal, the eaisest way is to cut the 3 inch black pipe in front of pump unit, remove pump housing and make repairs as needed, then use a fernco coupling to reassemble.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-18-2021, 05:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,498
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Check this:...

Check this: https://www.irv2.com/forums/f278/macerator-fun-505748-2.html
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-07-2021, 05:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,432
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Tim, I think he is speaking of the short awning...

Tim, I think he is speaking of the short awning above door. Manuel switch above door. No motion sensors. On the 18 Aspire it is a Girard. Sounds like may have to check motor connections.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-20-2021, 04:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 960
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
When I purchased my 18 Aspire at the Hershey...

When I purchased my 18 Aspire at the Hershey show, I inquired about the basement frige. Was told Aspire did not come with it. I told them I wanted it, but again was told there was no way of altering...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-09-2021, 07:56 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 17,672
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Speaking of the Spartan bare chassis, I do plan...

Speaking of the Spartan bare chassis, I do plan on attending the Hershey RV show this September. I plan to look at that rig (Not sure what year it is) and see if it has a DEF tank, and inquire how...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-23-2021, 10:26 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 9,269
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
2018 Aspire 25,000 Miles Failed May 2021

2018 Aspire 25,000 Miles Failed May 2021
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-02-2021, 05:38 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 8,111
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
By the reports of all the failed heads and the...

By the reports of all the failed heads and the concern over the quality of DEF fluid being used, it is Apparent that these heads are very sensitive units. So why would you want to add another...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-02-2021, 10:51 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 12,935
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Def / nhtsa

After filing a complaint with the NHTSA, I received a follow up call asking for a little more info. They are very interested in getting this issue resolved, Issue being no de-rate warning in time or...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-30-2021, 11:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 462
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
I second https://rockerswitchpros.com/ I had...

I second https://rockerswitchpros.com/
I had very positive results with them.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-24-2021, 07:30 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 8,111
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Complaint Filed.

Complaint Filed.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-24-2021, 01:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,068
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
In Pennsylvania, they require an annual safety...

In Pennsylvania, they require an annual safety inspection on all vehicles. This same wording is in their documents for the techs that do the inspections. When I told Spartan I could not drive the...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-24-2021, 11:37 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 8,111
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Brobox, So your saying that maybe Shaw is testing...

Brobox, So your saying that maybe Shaw is testing these things prior to shipping and your was in a sealed Shaw box? Boy wouldn't you think they would clean the crystalized product off before they...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-24-2021, 10:23 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 8,111
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
I was told it was a Gen 7

I was told it was a Gen 7
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-24-2021, 10:06 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 8,111
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
DEF Bad Head or Why I Despise Spartan/Shyft

So as many others, I got the 3 DEF codes, 3031, 1762, 3364. Called Spartan, made arrangements at a Peterbilt shop. Tech starts to drain coolant from DEF head, and while doing so opens the box with...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-23-2021, 04:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,068
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
I have an 2018 Aspire. I also had severe steering...

I have an 2018 Aspire. I also had severe steering problems. If fluids are all okay and adding some does not solve the problem, Check this. While parked, with engine running, in neutral with parking...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-22-2021, 07:48 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,211
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
I sealed the wiring tube with Blue Gasket Maker...

I sealed the wiring tube with Blue Gasket Maker RTV that I had laying around. We will see how well it holds up.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-19-2021, 05:17 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,211
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
More Macerator fun

After getting everything back together, Pump and motor sound better than ever. I decided to eliminate the steel support stand for the Sanicon. It does nothing but get in the way. I did use some wood...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-18-2021, 05:12 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,211
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
New one is on order. Backordered actually. At...

New one is on order. Backordered actually. At least 3/4 weeks. Besides, I like to attempt this stuff. Been doing it my entire life. Sometimes successful, sometimes not.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-17-2021, 06:03 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,211
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Sanicon pump motor pictures.

After having sluggish operation of the Sanicon pump, I decided to do as others and remove the unit. Cut the 3 inch ABS that runs in front of unit, Removed hot and cold low point drain tubes that run...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-14-2021, 06:18 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 23,711
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
I'v always said there all Sh!t. No matter the...

I'v always said there all Sh!t. No matter the brand. There all built the same. As one gentleman said to me while admiring my Entegra, " Yea, but you have shinier Sh!t"
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-19-2021, 01:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,500
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Increasing Ride Height Temporarily.. Hopefully...

Increasing Ride Height Temporarily..
Hopefully attached are the pictures of the installed switches that Gary requested. We Just arrived home Friday, and after the 4 inch lift from the new system, I...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-12-2021, 05:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 785
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
Had that happen to our 2018 Aspire. There was a...

Had that happen to our 2018 Aspire. There was a screw protruding in the recess where the slide goes in that was catching the corner piece. Entegra covered the replacement @ NIRVC. I was asked how I...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-24-2021, 06:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,680
Posted By Hivoltmaint.
I too, like Larry had the opportunity to test...

I too, like Larry had the opportunity to test drive the new style front end. Probably the same rig. (clouded window Larry?) My impression was the turning radius. Exceptional. Like Larry said, the...
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