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Tiffin Owner's Forum
10-10-2023, 06:50 PM
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Blinking light behind dash
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Posted By
JimBones
It is the Ford telematics modem. You can find...
It is the Ford telematics modem. You can find info on it in the Ford F53 manual.
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Toads and Motorhome Related Towing
10-08-2022, 09:05 AM
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64
Lincoln Nautilus Towing Issue
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7,619
Posted By
JimBones
I looked at a 2020 Lincoln Nautilus owner's...
I looked at a 2020 Lincoln Nautilus owner's manual and it says to remove the negative battery cable to flat tow it. If you have to do that, I wouldn't think a software update to the steering control...
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Toads and Motorhome Related Towing
10-06-2022, 10:57 AM
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64
Lincoln Nautilus Towing Issue
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7,619
Posted By
JimBones
When connected to your motorhome and the RV is at...
When connected to your motorhome and the RV is at normal driving height, is the tow bar level within +/- 3 inches? Do you notice any type of vibration in the steering wheel when driving the Nautilus...
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Toads and Motorhome Related Towing
10-02-2022, 11:07 AM
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Jeep Cherokee Tow Hooks
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1,514
Posted By
JimBones
There is a diagonal hole through the body of the...
There is a diagonal hole through the body of the cylinder for the lock pin. This is so the lock pin fits into the slots cut into the Blue Ox baseplate. The lock pin is fast, easy, and inexpensive...
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Toads and Motorhome Related Towing
10-02-2022, 09:24 AM
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Jeep Cherokee Tow Hooks
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1,514
Posted By
JimBones
Thanks for the nice comments from everyone. ...
Thanks for the nice comments from everyone.
Winger2, I used a 1/4" round lock pin to hold them in place. It makes installation and removal very easy. The hole for the lock pin is 1/4" so a...
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Toads and Motorhome Related Towing
10-01-2022, 11:08 AM
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Jeep Cherokee Tow Hooks
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1,514
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JimBones
Jeep Cherokee Tow Hooks
Earlier this year, I replaced my 2010 Cadillac SRX toad with a 2022 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk. In order to install the BlueOx baseplates, I had to remove the two red tow hooks from the front of the...
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RV Systems & Appliances
07-11-2022, 04:20 PM
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Bidet on thetford toilet
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JimBones
What is the brand and model number of the bidet? ...
What is the brand and model number of the bidet? How is it attached to the toilet?
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Toads and Motorhome Related Towing
06-30-2022, 02:17 PM
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Blue Ox Patriot 3 braking problem
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601
Posted By
JimBones
This is from the Patriot 3 manual for that...
This is from the Patriot 3 manual for that problem:
"The Patriot 3® load cell has detected pressure when it is fully retracted. The brake will continue to work, however the customer needs to go...
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Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum
02-24-2022, 10:26 AM
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Ford Telematics Modem 2020 7.3L V8
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1,803
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JimBones
Original poster here. Mine was located under the...
Original poster here. Mine was located under the dash just to the left of the parking brake mechanism near the OBD-II connector. I plugged mine back in but have never tried to use it.
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RV Systems & Appliances
11-05-2021, 02:57 PM
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Convection Microwave heating issue
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899
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JimBones
Convection Microwave heating issue
My 2021 Winnebago Vista 35U came with a Greystone Microwave Convection oven. In convection mode, it is supposed to get hot from a heating element and then a fan circulates the hot air around to...
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Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum
10-09-2021, 06:56 PM
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Winnebago Minnie Winnie 31k floor joist spacing
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1,791
Posted By
JimBones
Worksmartmlj, you can contact the support people...
Worksmartmlj, you can contact the support people at Winnebago, explain your problem, and request drawings for your floor assembly. They have helped me several times in the past. It may take them a...
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Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum
10-06-2021, 11:01 AM
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Ford Telematics Modem 2020 7.3L V8
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JimBones
Ford Telematics Modem 2020 7.3L V8
Poking around under the dash of my 2021 Vista 35U with the Ford F-53 chassis, I discovered this item. It is some type of modem used for "telematics". Anyone have any ideas if this is useful and how...
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Class C Motorhome Discussions
09-19-2021, 11:22 AM
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Squeeky bathroom faucets
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JimBones
You could just take them apart and apply a little...
You could just take them apart and apply a little plumber's grease. You can get it at any hardware store for a few bucks.
The RV faucets usually have pretty short connections to the PEX water...
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Class A Motorhome Discussions
07-10-2021, 09:05 AM
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Evans HVAC vent actuator
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490
Posted By
JimBones
Can you disconnect the actuator from the damper...
Can you disconnect the actuator from the damper door? Then you could see if the actuator moves when you change the dash control settings. If so then it is probably not an actuator problem but a...
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Class A Motorhome Discussions
07-09-2021, 02:51 PM
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Evans HVAC vent actuator
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490
Posted By
JimBones
Sean, I'm sure you thought about these but just...
Sean, I'm sure you thought about these but just in case:
1) Usually those actuators have a rubber diaphragm that connects to a metal lever. When vacuum is applied, the diaphragm contracts pulling...
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Fleetwood Owner's Forum
06-30-2021, 07:03 PM
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2021 F53 Brakes
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4,813
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JimBones
I have a 22,000 lb F-53 chassis with the V-8 and...
I have a 22,000 lb F-53 chassis with the V-8 and my brakes are not spongy. To me, they feel "normal" and pretty much like my old F-53 with the V-10.
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Toads and Motorhome Related Towing
06-11-2021, 12:04 PM
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Small Vehicles Approved For Flat Towing? Recomendations?
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Posted By
JimBones
One thing to keep in mind about towing small...
One thing to keep in mind about towing small vehicles is that they may have very low ground clearance. That is important because your tow bar generally needs to be level so you may need to use a...
Forum:
Fleetwood Owner's Forum
05-08-2021, 09:27 AM
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3
Bounder:
2021 ABS light
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556
Posted By
JimBones
Cloudbuster, curious that my problem was on the...
Cloudbuster, curious that my problem was on the right rear as well but on a 2021 Winnebago Vista. Here is a link to my thread on this topic....
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Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum
05-04-2021, 06:17 PM
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197
New 2021 Ford F-53 Service AdvanceTrac message
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53,568
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JimBones
update to post #1 in this "service advancetrac" thread
I am the original poster in this thread and here is an update. After having my coach for 2 weeks, the Ford service center identified and replaced a broken right rear wheel speed sensor under...
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Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum
04-15-2021, 03:57 PM
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8
New forum for new F-53 V-8 Chassis?
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1,460
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JimBones
New forum for new F-53 V-8 Chassis?
Since all new F-53 chassis will have the Ford V-8 engine, should there be a new forum or sub-forum created specifically dedicated for that setup?
Thanks
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Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum
04-15-2021, 03:47 PM
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197
New 2021 Ford F-53 Service AdvanceTrac message
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53,568
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JimBones
New 2021 Ford F-53 Service AdvanceTrac message
I received a warning message on my driver's information center to "Service AdvanceTrac". This disabled cruise control and "hill assist". Seems to also impact the ABS/stability control system. My...
Forum:
Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum
03-25-2021, 09:34 AM
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186
My NEW F53 Chassis with the 7.3L V8
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91,342
Posted By
JimBones
Hi - congrats on your new motorhome - that's a...
Hi - congrats on your new motorhome - that's a nice one! I'm interested in your dash AC problem. My 2021 Winnebago Vista 35U has a similar problem. It starts to blow hot air out of the vents when...
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Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum
03-16-2021, 11:39 AM
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5
Bleed air from coolant system new Ford V8?
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1,423
Posted By
JimBones
Thanks avfordguy, that is exactly my setup -...
Thanks avfordguy, that is exactly my setup - large hose on the bottom and small hose near the top. Sounds like I'm good to go!
Also thanks to everyone else who responded on this thread.
Forum:
Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum
03-09-2021, 03:39 PM
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5
Bleed air from coolant system new Ford V8?
Views:
1,423
Posted By
JimBones
Bleed air from coolant system new Ford V8?
Does anyone know the procedure for bleeding the air out of the engine cooling system for the new Ford 7.3L V8 gas engine? Is it even necessary on this engine? On my Winnebago, the 3 port water...
Forum:
Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum
03-09-2021, 02:22 PM
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9
What is this strap for?
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1,093
Posted By
JimBones
What is this strap for?
I found this strap loosely wrapped around the bottom bracket for the shock absorber on the front passenger side of my new 2021 Winnebago Vista 35U with the new Ford V8. It is about 17" long but it...
Forum:
Class C Motorhome Discussions
02-28-2021, 01:24 PM
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18
Odd Part Found in New Thor Delano
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3,370
Posted By
JimBones
It kind of looks like the manual crank that I...
It kind of looks like the manual crank that I have to raise/lower my loft bed if the motor were to stop working. Mine has a shorter handle and a longer pin though.
Forum:
Monaco Owner's Forum
02-21-2021, 07:41 PM
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30
Battery charging
Views:
1,659
Posted By
JimBones
Hi C20, it is very common for the chassis...
Hi C20, it is very common for the chassis batteries to not be charged when the coach is plugged into shore power. Some coaches do have that feature and some don't. If your coach doesn't have that...
Forum:
Toads and Motorhome Related Towing
02-13-2021, 06:45 PM
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39
Flat tow vs trailer
Views:
4,539
Posted By
JimBones
Check your RV owner's manual for any mention...
Check your RV owner's manual for any mention about towing. What is the tongue weight of that tandem tow dolly when it is fully loaded? If you need to use a drop hitch adapter to level out the hitch...
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MH-General Discussions & Problems
02-11-2021, 12:56 PM
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11
Outdoor Power Outlet Cover
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1,946
Posted By
JimBones
I had this exact same problem. The old part is...
I had this exact same problem. The old part is no longer available. The cover that you bought will work well but you also need to replace the electrical receptacle with Winnebago part number...
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iRV2.com General Discussion
02-09-2021, 09:32 AM
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6
Curtain Railing for front windows
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591
Posted By
JimBones
Ouch...$38 shipping is tough. They probably...
Ouch...$38 shipping is tough. They probably can't be rolled up without cracking due to the track being on one side and the flange on the top. Could you somehow piece together two shorter sections? ...
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iRV2.com General Discussion
02-09-2021, 08:05 AM
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6
Curtain Railing for front windows
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591
Posted By
JimBones
Try these, they come in 8 ft lengths. You may...
Try these, they come in 8 ft lengths. You may need to order other accessory items depending on what you are trying to accomplish.
...
Forum:
Fleetwood Owner's Forum
02-08-2021, 06:56 PM
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6
Out with the L-sofa
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715
Posted By
JimBones
grantmnc, three questions: 1) How did you...
grantmnc, three questions:
1) How did you attach them to the floor?
You mentioned you had theater seats in your previous motorhome,
2) were they the fabric or the faux leather ones?
3) how...
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Navigation, Routes & Roads
11-15-2020, 10:59 AM
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12
Florida Panhandle Route Advice needed
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1,907
Posted By
JimBones
I would take 65 N to Hosford, then W on 20 to...
I would take 65 N to Hosford, then W on 20 to Freeport, then N on 331 to I-10.
I've driven this many times with my 32' class A pulling a toad. I took 12 one time and it wasn't that great. We saw a...
Forum:
Fleetwood Owner's Forum
10-29-2020, 03:48 PM
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7
2021 Bounder/Southwind CCC
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2,331
Posted By
JimBones
A full tank of fresh water is 100 gal plus 10 gal...
A full tank of fresh water is 100 gal plus 10 gal in the water heater so that is about 913 lbs. For my calculations, I used 20 gals at 166 lbs. So to carry all that water, you would have to reduce...
Forum:
Fleetwood Owner's Forum
10-29-2020, 01:12 PM
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7
2021 Bounder/Southwind CCC
Views:
2,331
Posted By
JimBones
Note that in my previous post, I mentioned...
Note that in my previous post, I mentioned factory weight. That includes full tank of fuel and propane but no water, cargo, or passengers. I also found the factory weight of 19559 lbs and OCCC of...
Forum:
Fleetwood Owner's Forum
10-29-2020, 01:04 PM
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7
2021 Bounder/Southwind CCC
Views:
2,331
Posted By
JimBones
Hi, I was also looking at the Bounder 33C and...
Hi, I was also looking at the Bounder 33C and Southwind 34C. Like you I was very interested in Occupant & Cargo Carrying Capacity (OCCC). It is very difficult to find this information but I was...
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