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Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-10-2023, 06:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,001
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.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-08-2022, 09:05 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 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...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-06-2022, 10:57 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 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...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-02-2022, 11:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 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...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-02-2022, 09:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 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...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-01-2022, 11:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,514
Posted By 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...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-11-2022, 04:20 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,191
Posted By 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?
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-30-2022, 02:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 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...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 02-24-2022, 10:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,803
Posted By 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.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-05-2021, 02:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 899
Posted By 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...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-09-2021, 06:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 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...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 10-06-2021, 11:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,803
Posted By 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...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-19-2021, 11:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 540
Posted By 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...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-10-2021, 09:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 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...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-09-2021, 02:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 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...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 06-30-2021, 07:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,813
Posted By 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.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-11-2021, 12:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,753
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
Replies: 3
Bounder: 2021 ABS light
Views: 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....
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 05-04-2021, 06:17 PM
Replies: 197
Views: 53,568
Posted By 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...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 04-15-2021, 03:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,460
Posted By 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
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 04-15-2021, 03:47 PM
Replies: 197
Views: 53,568
Posted By 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
Replies: 186
Views: 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...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 03-16-2021, 11:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 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
Replies: 5
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
Replies: 9
Views: 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
Replies: 18
Views: 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
Replies: 30
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
Replies: 39
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...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-11-2021, 12:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 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...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-09-2021, 09:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 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? ...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-09-2021, 08:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 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
Replies: 6
Views: 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...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 11-15-2020, 10:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 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
Replies: 7
Views: 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
Replies: 7
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
Replies: 7
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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