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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-11-2022, 09:23 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 9,980
Posted By Jay in TX
Yes, I have to vote for the Ready Brute system...

Yes, I have to vote for the Ready Brute system too. I bought mine used two years ago and had to send it to get serviced which they did at no cost even though I am not the original owner.

As stated...
Forum: Solo RV'ers 04-14-2022, 05:18 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,541
Posted By Jay in TX
I think the question you are asking has more to...

I think the question you are asking has more to do with testing if the Readybrake is working correctly and less about checking to see if your brake lights work.

Since the readybrake does not...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 09-15-2021, 05:04 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 13,325
Posted By Jay in TX
Your coolant temps sound pretty similar to mine...

Your coolant temps sound pretty similar to mine currently.
Thanks for our feedback!
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 09-14-2021, 08:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 13,325
Posted By Jay in TX
The manual sounds like 250 is ok, but at that...

The manual sounds like 250 is ok, but at that point the gauge starts flashing red and the display says to pull over and stop the engine.

As for the thermostat, I thought the same thing that there...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 09-14-2021, 02:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 13,325
Posted By Jay in TX
Sprinter engine temperature

I have a 2019 Sprinter on a 2017 chassis with the 3.0 Diesel.

Recently, on a trip to Yellowstone, the engine temperature rose to 250 degrees. We took it to the closest Sprinter service facility...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-02-2021, 03:14 PM
Replies: 223
Views: 21,005
Posted By Jay in TX
Good point!! I don't wear gloves. If there...

Good point!!

I don't wear gloves. If there is crap on the outside of the hose and you touch it with your gloves and then the next time you handle those gloves, it's on your hands anyway. Washing...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 08-29-2021, 05:22 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,510
Posted By Jay in TX
Inaugural trip to Yellowstone

After searching for a good used Jeep for weeks, I could not find anything that was not junk or way over-priced. I finally decided to purchase a new Jeep Wrangler sport 2dr hardtop and set it up to...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 07-15-2021, 10:34 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,510
Posted By Jay in TX
Thanks for the feedback!

Thanks for the feedback!
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 07-10-2021, 10:35 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,510
Posted By Jay in TX
Yes, I am talking about the Ready Brute Elite II...

Yes, I am talking about the Ready Brute Elite II tow bar with the built in surge brakes. I have read the reviews and they all seem pretty positive. I have also watched youtube videos showing it...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 07-08-2021, 10:52 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,510
Posted By Jay in TX
brake system

Is anyone using a mechanical surge brake system for their Toad?

Specifically, I am looking at Ready Brute Elite 2 system. It looks simple, but I would think the cable adjustment would be critical...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-04-2021, 03:00 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 15,472
Posted By Jay in TX
I'm confused...Can you please provide an acronym...

I'm confused...Can you please provide an acronym legend so I can decode your post?:)
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 06-29-2021, 05:00 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,510
Posted By Jay in TX
Sprinter towing a Wrangler

I am looking for a Jeep Wrangler to pull 4 wheels down behind my sprinter chassis.
For those that have towed a Wrangler behind their Sprinter...
Does it feel like it struggles with the extra...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-02-2020, 11:28 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,719
Posted By Jay in TX
I'm not sure if the AC plug for the fridge runs...

I'm not sure if the AC plug for the fridge runs off the inverter or not. I'll have to check that out. Even if it does, I would rather have it automatically switch between AC, DC and propane without...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-02-2020, 10:41 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,719
Posted By Jay in TX
Well, I finally received a response to my email...

Well, I finally received a response to my email to Fleetwood and they advise that my RV was only set-up to run on AC or propane, but not on DC. I guess that tells me how cheap they are. For the cost...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-01-2020, 08:46 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,719
Posted By Jay in TX
I guess the question now is..... Would Fleetwood...

I guess the question now is..... Would Fleetwood really be cheap enough to not include the plug and three wires just to save a very few cents and only make the fridge operate as a two-way? I have...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-30-2020, 12:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,719
Posted By Jay in TX
Hello John, Yes, your description does help...

Hello John,

Yes, your description does help me and confirms my diagnosis that I am missing the wiring harness going from that plug to the rest of the RV. I cannot imagine why Fleetwood would only...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-29-2020, 08:25 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,719
Posted By Jay in TX
more photos

more photos
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-29-2020, 08:23 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,719
Posted By Jay in TX
OK, I am attaching several photos. The problem as...

OK, I am attaching several photos. The problem as I see it, is there are 5 terminals on one side of the white connector, but only two wires on the other side. The two wires that are there go to LC+...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-27-2020, 05:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,719
Posted By Jay in TX
Here are the high current leads running into this...

Here are the high current leads running into this connector. Red and White just like your schematic, but they are not connected to anything.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-27-2020, 12:39 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,719
Posted By Jay in TX
The fridge is a 3 way and works fine on AC and...

The fridge is a 3 way and works fine on AC and LP. When I manually put it on battery, the display just flashes (which I think means it's not working).

I checked for voltage at the five pins on the...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-27-2020, 09:49 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,719
Posted By Jay in TX
I did see the link that Biscuit left me and that...

I did see the link that Biscuit left me and that should be very helpful in removing that circuit board.

It sounds like your Navion works on 12 volts now. Does it utilize 12 volts from the chassis...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-27-2020, 03:05 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,719
Posted By Jay in TX
Thanks Shelllback. I may need to remove that...

Thanks Shelllback. I may need to remove that circuit board and see if it looks burned and check for a fuse there. What model and year RV do you have?
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-27-2020, 03:02 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,719
Posted By Jay in TX
Yes, there is a fuse panel under the driver seat...

Yes, there is a fuse panel under the driver seat and one in the driver's footwell but all the fuses looked good.

I called Fleetwood and they sent me tons of schematics, but none of them are for...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-26-2020, 01:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,719
Posted By Jay in TX
Thanks for your post Biscuit. After doing some...

Thanks for your post Biscuit. After doing some additional diagnosis, I found I have power to the LC connections that provides power for the display only, but no power for the HC connections that...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-24-2020, 09:24 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,719
Posted By Jay in TX
Norcold fridge inop on battery power

I have a Norcold 3100 fridge that works fine on AC and on LPG, but does not work on 12v battery. It gives me a code 6 which is no battery power. I think it is an absorption type fridge so I'm...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 08-16-2020, 04:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,189
Posted By Jay in TX
I ordered the same cupholder and installed it...

I ordered the same cupholder and installed it easily with two bolts. It looks great and almost looks like it came from the factory that way and It holds my Yeti cup like a champ.

Thanks CGKMGK for...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 08-16-2020, 04:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,472
Posted By Jay in TX
Ok, well after buying a new tire gauge tool and...

Ok, well after buying a new tire gauge tool and after removing the simulator caps, I was able to adjust the tire pressure. Maybe next time, I'll try to do it without removing the simulators. I assume...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 08-12-2020, 05:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,189
Posted By Jay in TX
That is looks great and is much simpler than what...

That is looks great and is much simpler than what I was trying to do. I was trying to use the cubby hole above the current cupholder to create a mount, but it just didn't seem to be strong enough.
...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 08-12-2020, 02:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,472
Posted By Jay in TX
I received an email response from MBusa today and...

I received an email response from MBusa today and they advised that I do not have a tire pressure monitoring system. It looks like I'm going to have to crawl all over under my RV to check the tire...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 08-12-2020, 12:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,472
Posted By Jay in TX
Tire Pressure Monitoring System

I purchased a 2019 Fleetwood Pulse sprinter about 6 weeks ago and I'm trying to learn all I can.

I've been reading through all the tire posts and just looked at how impossible my valve stems are...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 08-11-2020, 10:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,189
Posted By Jay in TX
Cup Holder solutions needed

I am very disappointed with the cup holder on the dash in my 2018 Sprinter chassis. I need to be able to carry my 30 oz friend with me and be able to reach it comfortably. The cup holder on the door...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 08-02-2020, 09:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,065
Posted By Jay in TX
On a related note....I have two 6 volt batteries...

On a related note....I have two 6 volt batteries that are connected in series to make 12 volts. Why wouldn't they just use two 12 volt batteries connected in parallel? I would think that would have...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 07-30-2020, 11:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,065
Posted By Jay in TX
I know it won't substitute for shore power, but...

I know it won't substitute for shore power, but it should be able to run more than just two TVs. I looked up the specs from this website...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-30-2020, 08:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,931
Posted By Jay in TX
Like I said in my earlier post, I was 3 degrees...

Like I said in my earlier post, I was 3 degrees too high in the back end while sitting in my driveway. So I drove it to a nice flat parking lot down the road and tried it again. Holy crap it's...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-30-2020, 07:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,931
Posted By Jay in TX
Yes, both tanks are empty and sensors say they're...

Yes, both tanks are empty and sensors say they're empty too.
I have only owned it for a month, so it could just be user error.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-30-2020, 07:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,931
Posted By Jay in TX
thanks. I'll give that # a try.

thanks. I'll give that # a try.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-30-2020, 06:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,931
Posted By Jay in TX
It's about 3 degrees away from level and the rear...

It's about 3 degrees away from level and the rear is higher. How level does it need to be?
I may turn it around and see if that helps. Thanks!
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-30-2020, 03:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,931
Posted By Jay in TX
Today, I ran a garden hose to each of the vents...

Today, I ran a garden hose to each of the vents on the roof. The passenger side vent was open and water ran out of the gray tank only as expected. I think maybe this vent is for the kitchen sink...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-30-2020, 02:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,931
Posted By Jay in TX
Biscuit, I was on hold yesterday for 30 mins and...

Biscuit, I was on hold yesterday for 30 mins and was disconnected. (I guess it was too close to closing time) I called again this morning and after 1.5 hrs was disconnected. WTH!! I also tried to get...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-30-2020, 11:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,931
Posted By Jay in TX
Shower won't drain when gray tank valve is closed

I have a 2019 Fleetwood Pulse 24A and the shower will not drain when the gray water tank valve is closed. When I open the valve, the water drains very quickly so I'm thinking it is a vent issue not a...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 07-30-2020, 10:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,065
Posted By Jay in TX
The inverter is a Magnum CSW1012 1000 watt pure...

The inverter is a Magnum CSW1012 1000 watt pure sine wave.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 07-30-2020, 10:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,065
Posted By Jay in TX
Inverter Question on 2019 Fleetwood Pulse 24A

Hello everyone, I just found this site and yes, I'm a newbie so please forgive me if I post a few dumb questions.

I purchased my 2019 Fleetwood Pulse (used) a month ago with no owners manual so...
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