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Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-13-2024, 09:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 408
Posted By Topperace
We have the Lippert LCI leveling system

We have the Lippert LCI leveling system
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-12-2024, 01:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 703
Posted By Topperace
Yeah, each jack is $780, so replacing seals would...

Yeah, each jack is $780, so replacing seals would be preffered, trying to locate
seals to buy and try to do myself…

here are pics of the jacks…never worked with hydraulic stuff before, but...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-12-2024, 09:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 408
Posted By Topperace
You may be on to something there…one of valves...

You may be on to something there…one of valves maybe getting stuck
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 04-11-2024, 09:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 362
Posted By Topperace
Fixed it

Apparently when the Tech that serviced the leveling system did an actual Zero Level reset on the LCI Electronic Leveling System Panel, he did not reenable the Air suspension features. Why LIPPERT...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 04-10-2024, 03:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 362
Posted By Topperace
Copy, will try that. Spartan did reply with the...

Copy, will try that. Spartan did reply with the location of the Master Dump valve and where the manual push button is on it to deflate. I’ll try in the AM when it’s cooler.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-10-2024, 03:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 703
Posted By Topperace
(UPDATE)

While at the NIRVC in Surprise AZ, had them service the leveling system.
Tech said all four jacks need to be replaced as they were leaking… well
the left two are, but the right two are “seeping”…I...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 04-10-2024, 12:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 362
Posted By Topperace
LCI Electronic Leveling system with Hydraulic...

LCI Electronic Leveling system with Hydraulic jacks. I always Auto level.

Push the Auto level button and the air bags deflate/dump, then you can hear the jacks going down a bit after the air...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 04-10-2024, 10:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 362
Posted By Topperace
Spartan K2 - Air Bags will not dump when leveling

Ok, I searched and looked in this forum but don’t see anything that helps with
our problem. Got to site yesterday, tried to level and all was quiet, legs go down, but air bags not dumping so not...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-05-2024, 12:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 663
Posted By Topperace
Our 2019 Insignia 37MB, has tile across the...

Our 2019 Insignia 37MB, has tile across the entire floor so the must have laid the tile first then the furniture/slides, etc. I have two cracked tiles but they don’t move, and the crack is really...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-01-2024, 06:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 554
Posted By Topperace
I would not recommend the Service plans they try...

I would not recommend the Service plans they try to sell you…. especially,
Preserve Extended Protection Plan…keep you $$ and put in maintenance/repair fund.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-30-2024, 04:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 684
Posted By Topperace
I just unplugged ours. Our power plug was in the...

I just unplugged ours. Our power plug was in the storage cabinet to the right of the tv.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-30-2024, 04:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 515
Posted By Topperace
Not saying that it will not happen, but I haven’t...

Not saying that it will not happen, but I haven’t had that happen to us yet.
But never thought about it, so will be throwing the aluminum catch pan out once we are done cooking for the day.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-28-2024, 04:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 231
Posted By Topperace
Yes you can, as many people do it, but have to...

Yes you can, as many people do it, but have to make sure you get the
dilution mix correct … In the back of the manual, Aqua Hot covers the mixture
details.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-28-2024, 04:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 344
Posted By Topperace
Are the connections on the shore side all good,...

Are the connections on the shore side all good, not corroded or loose?
Is the shore power - GOOD? Voltage, polarity? Transfer switch will not pass, bad electricity….

If all that is good,...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 03-28-2024, 04:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 425
Posted By Topperace
Are you an FMCA member? If so, check out the...

Are you an FMCA member? If so, check out the Diesel Owners club chapter…
there are several Diesel engine/chassis experts and lots of info…a lot of it is
personal preference, but some...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 03-28-2024, 04:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 564
Posted By Topperace
Looks like both are chassis batteries, as they...

Looks like both are chassis batteries, as they are high cranking amp commercial type…
definitely the corroded terminals need to be cleaned for sure.

Doesn’t the Affinity have two different bays...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-28-2024, 04:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 408
Posted By Topperace
Yeah, no zerks on these hydraulic jacks.

Yeah, no zerks on these hydraulic jacks.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-26-2024, 04:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 408
Posted By Topperace
Copy, I did #1, I’ll try #2- thanks

Copy, I did #1, I’ll try #2- thanks
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-26-2024, 02:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 408
Posted By Topperace
Leveling and a squeal

We have a very annoying noise/squeal that occurs for about two-three seconds
when Retract leveling jacks. I’ve checked the hydraulic lines/linkages for fluid loss, the fluid tank is full when...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-16-2024, 01:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 703
Posted By Topperace
Entegra Hydraulic Jack Fix

We have the Lippert LCI hydraulic leveling system. For a bit now, when leveling
there would be this high pitched squeal for about three seconds just when leveling is started. Additionally, at...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-13-2024, 09:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 365
Posted By Topperace
I just had that same problem with our Magnum...

I just had that same problem with our Magnum Inverter.

What happened was - inverter output was toast, so Battery took over and drained to a point that the BMS took over and shut the battery...
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 03-05-2024, 03:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 751
Posted By Topperace
Kleen Tank recommended cleaning solution

Not sure how many people have ever used Kleen Tank cleaning services and
started using their recommended cleaning solution Calgon Beads/Pine Sol, but
we did last year, to date. I religiously used...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-21-2024, 08:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 297
Posted By Topperace
I had the same issue with ours, ended up being...

I had the same issue with ours, ended up being that the house batteries were not
strong enough even though they read 12.7 V, had to use the Battery Boost function and finally replaced the house...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-15-2024, 05:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 856
Posted By Topperace
I use a sock on the end of an extension rod, that...

I use a sock on the end of an extension rod, that you can get at Home depot…
the cleaning supplies - brush handle that extends to 9 -10 feet.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-15-2024, 05:31 PM
Replies: 6
Discovery: Aqua-Hot Thermistor
Views: 512
Posted By Topperace
Well good you found problem, hopefully that’s all...

Well good you found problem, hopefully that’s all that is wrong with it.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-15-2024, 02:54 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 163
Posted By Topperace
Aqua Hot Overflow Tank Switch failure

So, I had a new control thermostat come in and i went to put in the storage box in the Aqua hot compartment this AM… glad i did as i found the Overflow Tank empty…and the Aqua hot still...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-11-2024, 05:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 416
Posted By Topperace
see if this might work for you… and lighter. ...

see if this might work for you… and lighter.

https://www.rvpartsaccessoriesshop.com/atwood-52890-replacement-grate/
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 02-09-2024, 07:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 493
Posted By Topperace
I think Entegra’s pre 2021 are well built...

I think Entegra’s pre 2021 are well built machines. Lots of quality, at least
we feel in the 2019 Insignia we got. There are several things to ask,
1). Has there ever been any issues with the...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-04-2024, 10:55 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 373
Posted By Topperace
Probably a little late, but did you get this...

Probably a little late, but did you get this fixed? The fans are mounted in the back of the Cozy Exchanger with screws on the corners of the fan mounting plate.
If you remove the screws the fans...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-28-2024, 06:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 207
Posted By Topperace
We did on our 2019 Entegra Insignia. But my...

We did on our 2019 Entegra Insignia. But my problem was actually a slow leak with the air bag. Had it replaced when I did the recent yearly oil change service at Cummins…There is a new mounting...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-28-2024, 06:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 316
Posted By Topperace
You can do it yourself. They come apart with...

You can do it yourself. They come apart with screws from the inside, should be able to get one from any RV dealer or online. Getting the specific part number may be tricky??
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-28-2024, 06:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 901
Posted By Topperace
What type Lithium, who made them, specific...

What type Lithium, who made them, specific battery PN. Also you will need to get the specific model of the Xantrex 2000. Xantrex customer support help is fairly decent. Send them a note and they...
Forum: New Member Check-In 01-28-2024, 06:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 245
Posted By Topperace
Congrats! Safe travels on the road. Forum...

Congrats! Safe travels on the road.

Forum is good place to find info and share your experiences, good or bad.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-26-2024, 09:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 324
Posted By Topperace
Not yet. Aqua Hot customer service is...

Not yet.

Aqua Hot customer service is sending me a mew one, and I’ll return the “bad” one so they can examine it.

You can see though the epoxy filler/sealer is dark brown…it started out bright...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-24-2024, 06:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 324
Posted By Topperace
Another Control Thermostat Bites the Dust

On my 4th Aqua Hot Control Thermostat in less than two years… see other threads I’ve posted on the Forum regarding Aqua Hot 250P issues.
This time however, the control board indicator lights were...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-01-2024, 07:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,154
Posted By Topperace
I got the Battle Born GC3, 270AH battery…was on...

I got the Battle Born GC3, 270AH battery…was on sale back in November.
little less weight than the two AGM batteries, and has a great Battery Management system built in.

Give Battle Born a...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-31-2023, 08:04 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,154
Posted By Topperace
The original battery cables were the 4/0 AWG...

The original battery cables were the 4/0 AWG Welding cable type, so kept the needed jumper to the shunt that Installed, the same gauge, but what was sent was not welding cable type… I will change...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-31-2023, 07:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,154
Posted By Topperace
Reply to all

Reference the Battery cable, I added the Victron Blue Tooth Battery monitor shunt, thus had to have a short cable to connect from the negative terminal of the battery to the shunt, then the original...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-30-2023, 07:00 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,154
Posted By Topperace
House Battery Upgrade

Well, finally got around to replacing my 6V AGM Pair for the Battle Born
GC3 270AH LiFePO4. Well, took me over 5 hours thanks to Entegra
for putting the house battery compartment in the middle of...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-26-2023, 08:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 311
Posted By Topperace
Might want to check the thermostats, the control...

Might want to check the thermostats, the control thermostat especially as these go bad.

The control thermostat, I assume the 125D has one like all the rest, has two leads going to it. Disconnect...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-20-2023, 05:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 508
Posted By Topperace
also, double check the actual level sensor in the...

also, double check the actual level sensor in the overflow tank as sometimes that gets stuck in place as mine did a couple of times. I simply turned the sensor a quarter turn and back to original...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 12-03-2023, 04:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,108
Posted By Topperace
Assuming the hydronic fluid level in the overflow...

Assuming the hydronic fluid level in the overflow tank is above the MIN line?

If so, bypass the Control Thermostat by placing a jumper on the two wires that go to the Control Thermostat and see...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-23-2023, 06:48 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,848
Posted By Topperace
I had a little visitor, and we got on it...

I had a little visitor, and we got on it quickly…. peppermint oil on cotton balls
behind drawers, where the pipe/water lines come into the sink, etc. Also placed a Tom Cat traps in the basement...
Forum: Just Conversation 11-23-2023, 04:25 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 217
Posted By Topperace
Shout Out!!

Shout out to the Sedona Elks Lodge 2291, Sedona, AZ!! What a great Thanksgiving Meal, and hospitality. Lot’s of folks took advantage of this great offering and well worth it.

Thanks for having us...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-23-2023, 03:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 313
Posted By Topperace
You say the motor does run? Is it freewheeling? ...

You say the motor does run? Is it freewheeling? Our motor broke a gear tooth
and would run the slide out until it got to the broken tooth. Might be that the motor gear broke like ours did.

I...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 11-23-2023, 03:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 615
Posted By Topperace
X2 with Entegra coord. Also with RV Country, did...

X2 with Entegra coord. Also with RV Country, did you by the Service Agreement from them? That would also cover it, but you have to coord through RV Country.
We had something similar wanted to use...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-19-2023, 06:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 813
Posted By Topperace
IMO, no, I had same problem with Zettler and the...

IMO, no, I had same problem with Zettler and the Chuan relays…all Chinese crap.

I carried at least two spare just in case.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 11-19-2023, 08:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 460
Posted By Topperace
Good to know, good tip! Thanks, BTW - what...

Good to know, good tip! Thanks,

BTW - what is a Digital Cornerstone?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-19-2023, 08:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 986
Posted By Topperace
Copy, the Insurance specialist explained that...

Copy, the Insurance specialist explained that Progressive through their “contract” dealers/Independent agents, get way better prices than if you go through Progressive direct…not sure why, but what I...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-17-2023, 09:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 986
Posted By Topperace
Copy, we are, and Progressive does FT MHs...

Copy, we are, and Progressive does FT MHs insurance now. Even stated on their website.

https://www.progressive.com/answers/full-time-rv-insurance/
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