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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-29-2024, 05:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,450
Posted By B2walker
Ice maker

We have had a leak caused by the connection of the ice maker where the valve to the ice maker water(accessed from the outside panel for the frig). Ours leaked at the connection(similar to a water...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-11-2023, 07:16 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,362
Posted By B2walker
I saved over $600 this fall on my trip cross...

I saved over $600 this fall on my trip cross country(6k miles) with open road app.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 11-28-2023, 03:56 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 5,159
Posted By B2walker
I use the Guta system. I have a 40 ft dp and tow...

I use the Guta system. I have a 40 ft dp and tow a Chevy 2500 with 10 monitors. I had problems with signals dropping out. I put the signalextender on and have not had any further issues.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-15-2023, 05:10 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,040
Posted By B2walker
I tried the board thing and I made it about 15...

I tried the board thing and I made it about 15 feet in two hours. Called my insurance company and they had a tow truck out in 30 minutes and it took him 20 minutes to get me going again. Hooked to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-13-2023, 07:38 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 8,391
Posted By B2walker
If you use the open roads app(efs). You can...

If you use the open roads app(efs). You can locate participating stations on the app.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 09-21-2023, 05:01 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,975
Posted By B2walker
When getting ready to leave a site after a rain,...

When getting ready to leave a site after a rain, I raise front of camper with the jacks some water will run off. If you have toppers then after raising the front then move slide in about 6 inches...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-21-2023, 04:54 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 8,568
Posted By B2walker
Sounds like a car salesman. I never heard of one...

Sounds like a car salesman. I never heard of one that requires number of months or price goes up. They are getting tired of people working the deal, get the loan and then pay it off the next day.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-16-2023, 05:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 411
Posted By B2walker
I went back and checked the top of engine. It...

I went back and checked the top of engine. It had leaking at the cap. I cleaned off the top of engine and the sides I could reach. Next I went back underneath and looked at the oil pan. I had...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-15-2023, 03:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 411
Posted By B2walker
Box on Cummins 8.8 with hole in the bottom to detect leaking seal

I have a Cummins 8.8 holiday rambler 04. I had asked before about the box next to the oil reservoir. At that time responses indicated that the hole in the tank would indicate when you have a...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-30-2023, 08:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 319
Posted By B2walker
Thanks for your input

Thanks for your input
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-26-2023, 12:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 319
Posted By B2walker
Roof repairs

We have an 04 holiday rambler imperial. I. Do not know the type of material on the roof. It looks like a rubberized cloth material except for the front cap and end cap are fiberglass. I want to...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-12-2023, 07:50 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 6,064
Posted By B2walker
Fuel

On our trip across country this year, I let the tank run down to almost a quarter. Filled up and started having engine issues(could have been totally separate from low fuel). I changed the filters...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-20-2023, 06:20 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,552
Posted By B2walker
We use ours but we store it in the cabinets below.

We use ours but we store it in the cabinets below.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-04-2023, 06:01 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 18,340
Posted By B2walker
Been there and done that. Turned a little sharp...

Been there and done that. Turned a little sharp leaving the pump and the pipe protection separated my end cap from the 5th wheel. I tied it down with rope until I could get it home.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-13-2023, 04:08 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,217
Posted By B2walker
We always leave a window unlocked( from...

We always leave a window unlocked( from experience) and if weetlocked out we can climb in a window and release the door from the inside. Ours was similar in that the bar slipped out of the hole in...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-13-2023, 04:01 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 22,103
Posted By B2walker
Sorry to hear about your misfortune . Glad no...

Sorry to hear about your misfortune . Glad no one was hurt. Last year we started using an app called “drive weather”. You put in your trip and your start time and it will give you wind direction...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-19-2023, 10:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 367
Posted By B2walker
Thanks for explaining how to determine the type...

Thanks for explaining how to determine the type of roof. I have some dicor self leveling.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-19-2023, 03:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 367
Posted By B2walker
Roof sealer

I have an 04 holiday rambler premier and I need to determine the type roof I have and then recommendations on sealer product to use. I have fiberglass front caps and rear caps. The clear coat is...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 12-22-2022, 06:24 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,426
Posted By B2walker
I had a “v” in my tailgate. We were working...

I had a “v” in my tailgate. We were working disaster relief in Colorado and moved our 5th wheel in to a campsite one morning. I set up the jacks and pulled the hitch lock. Went to hook up the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 12-15-2022, 10:27 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,151
Posted By B2walker
We have an 04 holiday rambler and the door is...

We have an 04 holiday rambler and the door is fairly difficult to overcome when it is locked. I have only had it for two years and I have been locked in my coach and also locked out of my coach. ...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-25-2022, 04:35 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 9,551
Posted By B2walker
We stuck our coach up to the angels last...

We stuck our coach up to the angels last Christmas. A tow truck came out and used a winch and cable attached to the hitch(welded to the frame). Took about 20 minutes.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-15-2022, 06:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 712
Posted By B2walker
Leveling coach

We have a an 04 HR dp and just returned from a short trip. We parked it on ground that is not level. We will be going back out on the road in about 5 days. Question. Is it ok to leave the coach...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-03-2022, 08:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 283
Posted By B2walker
Def problems on toad vehicle

We are new to the game but enjoying our class a. We are towing a 2011 Chevy 2500(diesel with def). We bought our coach last august and towed our pickup a couple thousand miles over six months...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-02-2022, 04:00 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 24,335
Posted By B2walker
Check with the power company. Many of them have...

Check with the power company. Many of them have on line monitoring of usage that shows usage by day and hour.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-24-2022, 01:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,481
Posted By B2walker
Angry Buyer beware “just answers .com”

I hate to vent but I also do not like to be scammed. On two weeks ago I was attempting to repair the front latch on my 04 holiday rambler. I saw an add from “just Answers.com”. They indicated they...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-13-2022, 05:57 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 584
Posted By B2walker
I would not consider myself handy when it comes...

I would not consider myself handy when it comes to auto mechanics
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-11-2022, 10:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 584
Posted By B2walker
I took the truck in to determine what was causing...

I took the truck in to determine what was causing exhaust fluid light to stay on. They ran one test and the truck failed the test. Further testing indicated that the heater in the fluid tank was...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-11-2022, 07:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 584
Posted By B2walker
The engine code was a p2069 related the fuel...

The engine code was a p2069 related the fuel gauge. I cleared the code and it has not returned. The exhaust fluid light and message to service exhaust fluid system continues.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-10-2022, 08:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 584
Posted By B2walker
Yes it’s 4x4 and we put in “n” transfer casing. ...

Yes it’s 4x4 and we put in “n” transfer casing. Key off and we turn on a breaking module mounted under hood.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-10-2022, 07:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,062
Posted By B2walker
Front door latch failure

We have a 04 holiday rambler with a Monaco imp -in-04 door and the outside door latch mechanism has failed. The inside mechanism is working and the only way to get in the coach is to have someone on...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-08-2022, 09:20 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,950
Posted By B2walker
I haven’t been locked out at this time but I have...

I haven’t been locked out at this time but I have been locked in twice. I was in the coach and started to go out but the latch failed and I had to holler for someone to let me out. Took the door...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-08-2022, 08:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 584
Posted By B2walker
Question Exhaust fluid problems on toad

We have an 04 HRambler and towing my 2011 Chevy 2500. We have gone about a thousand miles so far without any issues — until today. We decided to take the truck shopping and the engine light came on...
Forum: Just Conversation 02-17-2022, 09:47 PM
Replies: 197
Views: 12,570
Posted By B2walker
We tip more since Covid usually 25% depending on...

We tip more since Covid usually 25% depending on the server. This pandemic has been hard for some of these people. A few years ago seven ladies who attended our church decided to give someone an...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-09-2022, 09:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,146
Posted By B2walker
AquaHot annual maint

I would like to know how much some of you have been paying for the annual maintnance on your aquaHot system? I have viewed a couple of videos with doing the annual maintenance and I’m not sure I...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-25-2022, 01:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,438
Posted By B2walker
Where to add oil

We have an 04 holiday rambler with 8.8 l and 400 isl Cummins engine. I plan on changing my own oil. I have located one of the drain plugs but the manual indicates there are two. Still looking for...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-22-2022, 11:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 839
Posted By B2walker
I think I will try that. We were in some mud so...

I think I will try that. We were in some mud so it may be impacting the sensors(wherever they are)
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-21-2022, 06:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 839
Posted By B2walker
ABS. aTC

We have an 04 holiday rambler imperial m-40pdq with 400 Cummins and driving home (30 miles) after driving about 5 miles the abs light came on briefly then went off. I drove a couple more miles and...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-16-2022, 07:08 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,446
Posted By B2walker
I took mine in to replace a slide out seal. The...

I took mine in to replace a slide out seal. The appointment was made for the following week. When I arrived they asked me when I wanted to pick it up. I said “how about 1:30”. After they laughed...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-14-2021, 08:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,586
Posted By B2walker
I will have to take the wheel off to visually...

I will have to take the wheel off to visually inspect the front axle. The hub cap removal requires removing the wheel. Think I’ll leave that to the professionals.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 12-13-2021, 05:33 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,721
Posted By B2walker
I have a Cummins engine ISL 4008.8 liter.

I have a Cummins engine ISL 4008.8 liter.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 12-12-2021, 08:34 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,721
Posted By B2walker
My manual says not to use synthetics except for...

My manual says not to use synthetics except for extreme cold conditions. Of course I am sure synthetics have improved greatly since 04.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 12-11-2021, 08:11 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,721
Posted By B2walker
Traveler 10w-40 oil

Does anyone know about traveler oil that is sold through tractor supply? It’s SAE but also cheap.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-10-2021, 09:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,586
Posted By B2walker
I removed cap on back wheels and found a steel ...

I removed cap on back wheels and found a steel plate about 5” square.. I will look at the front wheel tomorrow.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-10-2021, 12:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,586
Posted By B2walker
Packing bearings

I have an 04 holiday rambler 40 dp freight liner chassis. and I was reading the manual on maintenance. It indicates that I should pack the bearings every year or 30000 miles. No other discussion...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-09-2021, 03:16 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,602
Posted By B2walker
The Aqua system will produce hot water...

The Aqua system will produce hot water continuously as long as you don’t use it too fast. For example some people will replace their Rv shower head with a residential shower head. Apparently the rv...
Forum: Cummins Engines 12-06-2021, 10:30 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,356
Posted By B2walker
Where do you get oil tested? What does test...

Where do you get oil tested? What does test reveal?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-28-2021, 11:51 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 28,901
Posted By B2walker
I tried that. Didn’t work out. My son tried it...

I tried that. Didn’t work out. My son tried it with my truck and the results were the same.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-14-2021, 08:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,573
Posted By B2walker
Safe T plus

We are new to class a. Does anyone know anything about a product called safe t plus that can be installed to provide stability to your steering. Based on their website I would use a 41-230(40 ft dp...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-12-2021, 03:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 476
Posted By B2walker
Setting tpms system.

We have a class a 40 dp with Toyota 22.5 tires. We just purchased a Gupta tire pressure system and need to set up the min/ max tire pressure and temperature. Where do I find the proper information...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-30-2021, 04:18 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,649
Posted By B2walker
Tire monitor systems

I would be interested in recommended tire management systems. I purchased one from Amazon a couple of months ago that attached to the valve stem. I was not successful in programming the unit so I...
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