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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-18-2022, 07:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 430
Posted By zproud
Joe,see if you can get it replaced, keep it as a...

Joe,see if you can get it replaced, keep it as a spare for your trip then sell It to a farmer.

It’s always something, I agree with getting it swapped out!


enjoy your trip!

Bill
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-11-2021, 02:30 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,789
Posted By zproud
Their is good and bad in every line of work, give...

Their is good and bad in every line of work, give the appraiser the chance to due his job!
He could be one of us on the forum!

Best of luck
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-02-2021, 05:15 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 12,021
Posted By zproud
My open is an R&R 24 ,wide body went with the 3...

My open is an R&R 24 ,wide body went with the 3 ,7 foot ramps up front...so I could load a trike or Motorcycle, post photos of your short ramps when you get them... P/s Verry Happy with mine and...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-26-2021, 02:30 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 12,021
Posted By zproud
Happen to have 2 all aluminum trailers, both 9900...

Happen to have 2 all aluminum trailers, both 9900 gvw axels, wide body 24 open and a 20 foot with a 4ft v nose enclosed.

The open is easy to load .. if I did it over I would of went with an 20...
Forum: Duramax Engine Forum 04-02-2021, 10:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,396
Posted By zproud
I have one as well ...it runs great.

I have one as well ...it runs great.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-21-2021, 05:33 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 13,014
Posted By zproud
, I am doing a small sale myself,,, buyer does...

, I am doing a small sale myself,,, buyer does not have a local back, out of state bank ,guy lives in Pa same as I..
Spoke to my bank on what’s the safest way to complete the transaction,,, they...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-14-2021, 05:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,272
Posted By zproud
Check the lines to the heater core on right front...

Check the lines to the heater core on right front by generator, are the warm/hot?

A diesel pusher has to move the coolant 35 to 40 feet,,, when real cold.. the heat output of the coach engine heat...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-31-2020, 06:06 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 13,653
Posted By zproud
All have pros and cons, the choice has to be the...

All have pros and cons, the choice has to be the right choice for your needs..

Best of luck!
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 10-04-2020, 06:13 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 16,570
Posted By zproud
I just have a book and log ,date, mileage or...

I just have a book and log ,date, mileage or hours and what’s was done.. I try to fix everything that breaks now and not push off repairs. After 10 months of owning this coach I got it under control,...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 09-25-2020, 07:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,707
Posted By zproud
Good advise on the manual, Did you get it...

Good advise on the manual,

Did you get it fixed?

..you maybe able to reset it with turning the key on and off 3 times... turn all the battery’s off and on May also reset it.

Do your...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 08-07-2020, 06:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,496
Posted By zproud
When pulling a grade rpms up, ie down shift ,...

When pulling a grade rpms up, ie down shift , then up shift to maintain speed

I am still learning how it likes to be driven, if you let it fall off on the speed it will be a slow go

I am happy...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-07-2020, 05:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,267
Posted By zproud
Pm sent

Pm sent
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 06-28-2020, 09:39 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,917
Posted By zproud
Do you have an outside Tv? My key like that is...

Do you have an outside Tv? My key like that is for the outside door key for tv
Forum: Cummins Engines 06-26-2020, 04:53 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 16,962
Posted By zproud
Sent a pm!

Sent a pm!
Forum: Cummins Engines 06-24-2020, 07:00 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 16,962
Posted By zproud
Thanks for updating

Thanks for updating
Forum: Cummins Engines 06-21-2020, 05:31 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 16,962
Posted By zproud
Jerry, we’re they able to tell what failed and...

Jerry, we’re they able to tell what failed and why?
Thanks in advance
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 06-10-2020, 02:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,952
Posted By zproud
You will have to ask yourself do you want to tow...

You will have to ask yourself do you want to tow both at the same time?

I have an all aluminum enclosed 8x20 with a 4 ft v ... it would be great for a car or golf cart not both

If you want to...
Forum: Cummins Engines 06-04-2020, 04:25 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 16,962
Posted By zproud
I would be interested in the cause of the coolant...

I would be interested in the cause of the coolant to oil?


Thanks for sharing
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-25-2020, 04:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,592
Posted By zproud
Buy what makes you Happy! New diesel Riggs about...

Buy what makes you Happy! New diesel Riggs about 2012 or newer use diff fluid to clean the exhaust to burn and run cleaner. Diesel have the power to make driving your rig a pleasure... Enjoy you...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-25-2020, 04:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,706
Posted By zproud
Nice, set up, what’s your tow ratting on your...

Nice, set up, what’s your tow ratting on your motor home?
Hows towing with 3 axels? Any problems backing with 3 axels?
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 05-11-2020, 05:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,787
Posted By zproud
We had Trevor replace ours last week for the...

We had Trevor replace ours last week for the living room it was not planed and we used the original tiffin carpet as a replacement. In and out in less than an hour.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-13-2020, 01:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,240
Posted By zproud
We have this in our resent purchase , precision...

We have this in our resent purchase , precision temp 500 no problems with back to pack showers, good customer service, I believe the 550 is a better unit. Propane only. Can not use it running down...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-15-2020, 06:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,831
Posted By zproud
The 40 amp fuse should be with the Hwh Pump,,,,, ...

The 40 amp fuse should be with the Hwh Pump,,,,,
To raise the rear jacks, start coach fill the air suspension spray jacks with wd40

With a long 2x4 under jacks, turn off coach, hit auto store,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-15-2020, 05:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,657
Posted By zproud
I prefer to change the oil Rotella synthetic t6,...

I prefer to change the oil Rotella synthetic t6, fleet guard filter and fleet guard fuel filters once a year. the oil is cheap insurance for the wear parts on the engine. I put 3 to 5 thousand miles...
Forum: Cummins Engines 03-15-2020, 05:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,193
Posted By zproud
Agreed the fan should needs to be centered with...

Agreed the fan should needs to be centered with Fan, attached a photo of a cat
Forum: Cummins Engines 03-14-2020, 07:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,916
Posted By zproud
Red face Some things to check Coolant SCA levels, or was...

Some things to check
Coolant SCA levels, or was it changed to Elc coolant?
Age of air cleaner
Was the air dryer filter changed for the the air ride/air brake
Greasing of drive shaft ,slack...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-27-2020, 06:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 845
Posted By zproud
If it’s the scan gage d ? Would be for the...

If it’s the scan gage d ? Would be for the diesel, You will have the round port and its to the left of steering column as is the OBD port of a gas coach
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-24-2020, 02:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,751
Posted By zproud
I went to the Harrisburg show this weekend ,I was...

I went to the Harrisburg show this weekend ,I was doing a walk thur of tiffins when a gentleman was going off on the stuff wrong... I agree some of that stuff should have been adjusted or fixed.......
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-16-2020, 07:02 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,266
Posted By zproud
Photo, added of old coach and trailer

Photo, added of old coach and trailer
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-15-2020, 04:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,266
Posted By zproud
You may need a longer draw bar rated for the...

You may need a longer draw bar rated for the 10,000 lbs so the trailer does not hit the ladder or rear of the coach, My 04 cat c7 330 had a 10k tow rating, towed 6500 with it no problem.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-29-2020, 03:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,219
Posted By zproud
I too moved from a 04 Cat.. have a new to me...

I too moved from a 04 Cat.. have a new to me Cummins 380 Isc in a 2012... not many miles on this one, Cummins has a recall on some of the emission exhaust converters....What I have picked up,,,don’t...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-23-2020, 03:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 364
Posted By zproud
Check fuse with a test light or volt meter you...

Check fuse with a test light or volt meter you could have more fuse panels under fridge , in the lower compartment , by batteries.... will it work with key on? good luck
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-22-2020, 04:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,819
Posted By zproud
On my 04 I ordered a new wet bay floor and it was...

On my 04 I ordered a new wet bay floor and it was about a half inch thick plastic.. my 12 is new to me and in storage, and the 12 looks like The wet bay you posted and is their newer design.
The...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-21-2020, 07:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,819
Posted By zproud
I believe the wet bay floor problems were the...

I believe the wet bay floor problems were the material they used in older coaches, a wood based product, that got wet and failed...it was just the floor,,, the fix and replacement floor was made of...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 01-21-2020, 07:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,608
Posted By zproud
Did this have a factory camera system? If the...

Did this have a factory camera system? If the wires still in tact I would do a hard wire. System... I did a color wireless it was ok, some interference with people walking around in the camper and...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-08-2020, 07:14 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,384
Posted By zproud
Nada retail, options add little value. Maybe...

Nada retail, options add little value. Maybe larger solar, 10k gen 3 a/c units would add something to value.

Retail is good batteries good usable tires fresh service,

Most units I see for sale...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 12-22-2019, 01:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,352
Posted By zproud
Good info... about the amount of Freon, and the...

Good info... about the amount of Freon, and the added oil needed
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-30-2019, 04:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 834
Posted By zproud
Thanks, I think your correct, I think my 04 says...

Thanks, I think your correct, I think my 04 says adjustable pedals or something like that..
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-30-2019, 02:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 834
Posted By zproud
What does this switch 07 Phaeton 42

Hello, question on what this switch should control on drivers console 07 Phaeton 42

Looks like it’s and up or down and reads PDl 5 or POL5


Thanks in advance
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-18-2019, 02:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,374
Posted By zproud
Have a mechanic you trust check it out for you,...

Have a mechanic you trust check it out for you, and try to break it out to do over the next few years.


Like rad hoses, thermostat, water pump ,belts and bearings coolant, heater core?

Then...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-11-2019, 06:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,929
Posted By zproud
The engine pre heater can be used about 6 hours ...

The engine pre heater can be used about 6 hours or longer before you need to start it, to make it easer to start.

So if your heading out in the am then plug it in, if your days away from ...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-28-2019, 01:22 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 22,727
Posted By zproud
I have a 2019 20ft enclosed lighting trailer, has...

I have a 2019 20ft enclosed lighting trailer, has escape door ,4 ft ramp door ,built in e track 040 aluminum sides, 7ft height lots of options. I would sell, Trailer is in Pa 18964.

A trailer will...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 10-13-2019, 07:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,259
Posted By zproud
Does your coach have the box behind right rear...

Does your coach have the box behind right rear tires? Their is a Fues, relay and circuit breaker, check for loose connection, check all grounds on frame, check starter cables, check the fuses under...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-05-2019, 06:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 434
Posted By zproud
Pull a sample and have it tested by Blackstone,...

Pull a sample and have it tested by Blackstone, or a cat store, they will tell you the condition of coolant....

I used Cat Elc for my resent change...

I would think 5 to 8 years before a...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-19-2019, 04:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 708
Posted By zproud
Did the motor shut down as well? If motor shut...

Did the motor shut down as well?
If motor shut down, I would check all grounds all wires on starter, I have a box behind the right rear wheel with relays , circuit breaker and a fuse, my wires had...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-10-2019, 06:38 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 17,509
Posted By zproud
Long shot, will it start and run if you hold and...

Long shot, will it start and run if you hold and use the battery boost?
It it does, my coach has a box on the right rear behind rear wheel on frame with a regulator a fuse and a circuit breaker that...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-02-2019, 06:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,201
Posted By zproud
I have a 40 ft rv, tow both a 20 ft enclosed...

I have a 40 ft rv, tow both a 20 ft enclosed trailer, and a car dolly... I got directed to a low bridge once, glad it was with the tow dolly....an all aluminum 24ft open trailer would be my choice,...
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-01-2019, 07:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 910
Posted By zproud
Yep per the 2007 Tiffin Phaeton 42 QRH ISL 8.9...

Yep per the 2007 Tiffin Phaeton 42 QRH ISL 8.9 350 hp 1050 TQ.

Makes sense to show as detuned per Tiffin request.... wonder if it was detuned.
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-01-2019, 07:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 910
Posted By zproud
2007 ISL 350

Looked at 2007 42 feet tag axel GVWR 42,000 Allison 3000trans with the ISL 350 hp coach has 75,000 miles. Any one have any experience with this motor in this heavy of coach, how was the performance? ...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 08-25-2019, 05:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,305
Posted By zproud
It would appear you went into limp mode? What’s...

It would appear you went into limp mode? What’s the temperature showing? Maybe a bad sensor. Do you have a scan gauge that can be used to test % of throttle. (Is the fan belt their?)

Lose of power...
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