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Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-04-2024, 07:54 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 206
Posted By dmckee
Thanks that is very usefull information. I am...

Thanks that is very usefull information. I am working on this tomorrow.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-03-2024, 06:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 206
Posted By dmckee
Thanks. I have ordered a replacement transfer...

Thanks. I have ordered a replacement transfer switch and inverter. The transfer switch will arrive first. I can hear the contacts close with the shore power and generator power, but maybe the...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-02-2024, 10:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 206
Posted By dmckee
Inverter Fault

I brought 2005 Tiffin Phaeton home after getting a State inspection. I plugged into the shore power at the house. I heard the transfer switch click and nothing . The Xantrex 2000 inverte/charge has...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-11-2024, 04:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,222
Posted By dmckee
412015 412017 Before and after photos....

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Before and after photos. Hard to get nice pictures. The issue seems to be the power wire I had connected to the chassis power. I moved it the the house batter opposite the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-09-2024, 07:14 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,222
Posted By dmckee
411828 The shunt is marked for negative...

411828

The shunt is marked for negative battery and negative load side. I attched two sketches, on one document. The first sketch is the existing wiring of the four 6 volt batteries wired in...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-08-2024, 05:44 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,222
Posted By dmckee
Thanks for the comments. I have an action plan. ...

Thanks for the comments. I have an action plan. The postive wire from the shunt needs moved the the posative terminal of the battery bank. I need to remove both negative wires from the battery. ...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-07-2024, 06:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,222
Posted By dmckee
I have sent several emails to the manufacture and...

I have sent several emails to the manufacture and their blog. No response yet. I will get some photos posted. i have studied the manual and watched every Utuibe video I cna find. Which is not...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-05-2024, 06:30 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,222
Posted By dmckee
Thanks for the responses. My photos are poor,...

Thanks for the responses. My photos are poor, but I used this diagram to sire the negative side. https://community.victronenergy.com/questions/20820/correct-bmv-712-wiring-for-4-6v-batteries.html
...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-04-2024, 05:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,222
Posted By dmckee
12 volt Shunt

I am wiring a 12 volt shunt to monitor my house batteries. There are four 6 bolt batteries wired in series /parallel. When I hooked the shunt up the converter overheated immediately . The shunt...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-21-2024, 11:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 550
Posted By dmckee
The Lambright Luxe theater seating sounds like...

The Lambright Luxe theater seating sounds like the ticket
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-20-2024, 06:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 550
Posted By dmckee
Thank you. Once the kids are not camping with us...

Thank you. Once the kids are not camping with us the fireplace and tv in place of the one couch and replacing the other couch with theater seats looks like the way to go.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-19-2024, 08:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 550
Posted By dmckee
Class A furniture layout

I have a 2005 Tiffin Paheton 40QDH. The TV is mounted over the windshield. I am looking for some alternative furniture layouts for watching TV. My layout has a couch on both sides so you have to...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-10-2024, 12:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,716
Posted By dmckee
My generator tripped out in a similair fashion. ...

My generator tripped out in a similair fashion. It tried to start but them nothing. I found that the motorhome fuel tankl was at 1/4 tank and I needed to add fuel. The genreator started after...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-05-2024, 01:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 568
Posted By dmckee
Thanks, I did not realize the large amp for the...

Thanks, I did not realize the large amp for the starter battery, When you say bank do you mean each 6 volt bank or the house and starter bank? It would be simple for me to monitor all four 6 volt...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-05-2024, 05:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 568
Posted By dmckee
Thankyou, these are great responses. My...

Thankyou, these are great responses. My motorhome ahs 4 house batteries and two starter batteries. I will be looking for a "shunt" style gauge that will monitor both sets of natteries. thanks
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-04-2024, 01:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 568
Posted By dmckee
House Battery Monitor

Has anyone installed a gauge on their 12 volt house batteries to better monitor avaialble power and charging. Maybe a blue tooth conenction/technology for remote access to monitor the motorhome...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 12-18-2023, 05:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 905
Posted By dmckee
Tiffin Phaeton Cabinet Stain

Thanks for all your comments. I found that the wood is actually walnut and the best way to treat the sanded wood was using a semigloss spray lacquire. 3 coats and a light sanding with 220 grit sand...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 12-14-2023, 07:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 905
Posted By dmckee
Cabinet Stain

I have not reached out to Tiffin. I have had no sucess getting responces after COVID. Mayeb it is time to try again. The wood is walnut. Do you know if your cabinets are walnut. I have the frame...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 12-13-2023, 01:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 905
Posted By dmckee
Tiffin Phaeton Cabinet Stain

I have a 2005 Tiffin Phaeton, 40QDH. I have installed a sound bar with the overhead TV and need to cut and refinsih the walnut cabinet frame. Does anyone know what stain the factory used on the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-26-2022, 07:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,011
Posted By dmckee
Try an RV junk yard like...

Try an RV junk yard like https://rvparts.visonerv.com/cgi-bin/welcome.pl?.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-06-2022, 01:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 727
Posted By dmckee
in my 2005 Phaeton, the wires are behind the...

in my 2005 Phaeton, the wires are behind the panel in the wet bay. The compartment with the sewer and water hook ups.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-12-2021, 06:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 881
Posted By dmckee
I have a 2005 Tiffin Phaeton, when this happened...

I have a 2005 Tiffin Phaeton, when this happened to me the slide out solenoid went bad. It is located on the passenger side rear compartment. Mine looked like this. White Rodgers (TP #13) New...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-12-2021, 06:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 460
Posted By dmckee
My 2005 Phaeton came with electrical schematic's....

My 2005 Phaeton came with electrical schematic's. No plumbing drawings though. Try the TiffinRVNetwork.com, they have a document library.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-21-2021, 01:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,053
Posted By dmckee
I have a 2005 Tiffin Phaeton. The check valve or...

I have a 2005 Tiffin Phaeton. The check valve or backflow valve was bad on mine. It was located very close to the hot water tank.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-28-2021, 08:13 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 473
Posted By dmckee
I have a 2005 Tiffin (Freightliner) and the...

I have a 2005 Tiffin (Freightliner) and the blower for the dash air is inside the panel to the right of the stairs entering the coach. I would look their.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-03-2021, 08:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 824
Posted By dmckee
Has anyone used upholstery nails or pins to hold...

Has anyone used upholstery nails or pins to hold the carpet?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-03-2021, 07:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 571
Posted By dmckee
Carpet runner

Has anyone tried nailing the carper runner down the center of a class A motorhome. I am not sure if the floor underlayment is wood. I am thinking of using upholstery tacks. The nonslip products...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 08-27-2021, 10:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 467
Posted By dmckee
Towed vehicle with stock tow plate

is anyone aware of a vehicle that has been manufactured with a stock tow plate.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 08-12-2021, 10:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,251
Posted By dmckee
This video may help. ...

This video may help. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K5SE0s6Ow20
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 08-03-2021, 11:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 501
Posted By dmckee
I started researching a new camera for my 2005...

I started researching a new camera for my 2005 Tiffin and found this website, https://www.tadibrothers.com/category/rv-rear-view-camera-systems I emailed them and they were very helpful.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-28-2021, 01:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,363
Posted By dmckee
I have a 2005 Tiffin Phaeton, the step motor has...

I have a 2005 Tiffin Phaeton, the step motor has been replaced 2 times over the years. Each time the motor would grind, only opening and closing part way. Your issue defintely sounds like a motor...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 07-26-2021, 01:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,326
Posted By dmckee
You may want to watch this video. ...

You may want to watch this video. ...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-01-2021, 08:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,816
Posted By dmckee
Thanks Mark. I found that the wiring harness I...

Thanks Mark. I found that the wiring harness I have doesn't have a white wire. I do have a red wire with a white line. I found this list of colors and functions this morning. You are right...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-01-2021, 05:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,816
Posted By dmckee
Trailer hitch wiring diagram

Does anyone have a wiring diagram for the Chrysler 56038366ab trailer plug. I am looking for the color of wire for reverse.

2005 Tiffin Phaeton
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 06-23-2021, 08:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,296
Posted By dmckee
I have performed all the maintenance items. The...

I have performed all the maintenance items. The fridge cools great while stationary on gas or electric. The fridge does not cool when traveling, regardless if on gas or electric. I am convinced...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 06-22-2021, 10:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,296
Posted By dmckee
Norcold Fridge not cooling while traveling

My Norcold 1210IM does not cool while traveling. I have tested the fridge while stationary, both propane and electric cool very well. The propane ignites when I unplug, and appears to be trying to...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-30-2021, 11:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,430
Posted By dmckee
I am have the same issue with Dometic 320. Paid...

I am have the same issue with Dometic 320. Paid $259.00. Not swirl action. The water valve screen is clear. Also, the toilet doesn't hold water in the bowl. The ball valve doesn't seat against...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-12-2021, 11:14 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 13,316
Posted By dmckee
Does anyone have a estimate of how many inches...

Does anyone have a estimate of how many inches out of level will lift the tire(s) of the ground. I am considering the LevelMate. Part of justifying the expense is to minimize the time it takes to...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-08-2021, 08:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 711
Posted By dmckee
This happened on my 2005. The noise was very...

This happened on my 2005. The noise was very loud going in and out only half way. The steps would not close all the way or open all the way. First I replaced the gear, this did not work then I...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-03-2021, 06:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,655
Posted By dmckee
Thanks. I have found all three. Located in close...

Thanks. I have found all three. Located in close proximity to one another. Th tank drained for me this time. I must have had some sort of vacuum last fall.
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 03-29-2021, 09:59 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,507
Posted By dmckee
I have a 2005 Tiffin and the water valve for the...

I have a 2005 Tiffin and the water valve for the fridge is accessed by removing the outside fridge vent cover.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 03-29-2021, 07:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,655
Posted By dmckee
Draining the freshwater tank

I have a 2005 Tiffin, Phaeton. The fresh water tank will not drain with gravity? I open the low point valve on the line that fills the tank, but it will only empty. If I run the demand pump the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-05-2021, 07:41 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 20,821
Posted By dmckee
No, not in 30 years of camping. I only lock the...

No, not in 30 years of camping. I only lock the door, and not the dead bolt.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-26-2021, 06:33 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 17,700
Posted By dmckee
I purchased the same GPS. The height and weight...

I purchased the same GPS. The height and weight restrictions can not be trusted. I no longer use it. Even with the restrictions removed the directions are the worst I have ever followed.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-26-2021, 06:19 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 8,487
Posted By dmckee
I carry the 20v Black and Decker. The same...

I carry the 20v Black and Decker. The same battery for my drill and chainsaw. Obviously not a pro series but works when I need them.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 02-16-2021, 12:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,402
Posted By dmckee
I had the same issue with GFI plugs not working. ...

I had the same issue with GFI plugs not working. First it was the GFI plug under the bathroom sink. There is an access panel in the bottom of the cabinet. The plug came out, I taped it. Next was...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-27-2021, 12:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 710
Posted By dmckee
Throw rugs

Anyone know who sells throw rugs for motorhomes. Aside from the obvious camping world. I have seen several photos of motorhome with nice patterns and colors.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-27-2021, 11:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,569
Posted By dmckee
I own a 2005 Tiffin, Phaeton40 QDH. The fuel...

I own a 2005 Tiffin, Phaeton40 QDH. The fuel filter with water separator is right inside the rear engine compartment. The second fuel filter can be found by opening the engine access in the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-18-2021, 07:29 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 10,448
Posted By dmckee
I have owned a entry level Forest River FR3 gaser...

I have owned a entry level Forest River FR3 gaser and now a Tiffin Phaeton. Tiffin is know for customer service. I have called for advice on maintenance and repairs and spoke with an actual...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-19-2020, 12:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 948
Posted By dmckee
Thanks for sharing your experience.

Thanks for sharing your experience.
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