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Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 08-27-2019, 03:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 779
Posted By dickschaak
Depleting air when parked.

I recently purchased a Tusceny 40. Bellow the transmission panel there is a lever for letting the air out. Other coaches that I have had did that automatically when I put the levelers down. Is this...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-21-2019, 12:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,089
Posted By dickschaak
Steering stabilizers

Is a steering stabilizer worth it? Should I also buy sway bars? I just bought a used Tusceny and I am not happy with the handling.
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 07-21-2019, 03:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 790
Posted By dickschaak
Sway bars

I have a 2013 Thor Tusceny. Has anyone fou d it necessary to put sway bars on the front or back. Also is it advisable to put a steering g stabilizer on it. Thank you.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-20-2019, 06:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 825
Posted By dickschaak
Triplewide Thanks a million for a very complete...

Triplewide
Thanks a million for a very complete explanation.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-17-2019, 03:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 825
Posted By dickschaak
Invisibrake address

I just bought a class a motorhome and now have to have someone hook up my Invisibrake. My toad is all set and does not need anything. However, my motorhome will have to have it re-installed. I want...
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 04-19-2019, 03:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 713
Posted By dickschaak
Steering on Thor 31Y

I seem to be fighting the wheel much more than six necessary. The wind blows me all over. Any ideas? Thanks
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 04-19-2019, 03:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 691
Posted By dickschaak
Cab noise

It was windy today and the wind noise was horrible in the cab. Any ideas how to reduce it. Thanks
Thor 31y
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-12-2019, 05:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 702
Posted By dickschaak
Thanks, I will check out the Blue Ox. Bu.t I...

Thanks, I will check out the Blue Ox. Bu.t I don’t understand why I don’t need sway control when flat towing.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-11-2019, 11:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 702
Posted By dickschaak
Sway control hitch Chevy Colorado and Thor 31y

What sway control hitch I s suggested for pulling a chev Colorado with Thor 31y
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-11-2019, 04:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 770
Posted By dickschaak
Thanks, great answers. I didn’t have a silicone...

Thanks, great answers. I didn’t have a silicone spray so I used WD40. It now works great.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-10-2019, 02:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 770
Posted By dickschaak
Locked comparment

I just took delivery of a used 2018 31Y. I love it. However the second compartment back on the driver side will not open. I am using the key that opens the other compartments but the key won’t won’t...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-09-2019, 05:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,698
Posted By dickschaak
That is good news. I am 80 and my wife 79. Is...

That is good news. I am 80 and my wife 79. Is that your toad in the picture?
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-08-2019, 12:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 657
Posted By dickschaak
Slide quick fix

I have 2018 Thor 31y. I have not had a problem but if I did could I take the two wires off the controller and bring the slid in using a 12v battery across those wires.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-07-2019, 05:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,147
Posted By dickschaak
I will check them out.

I will check them out.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-06-2019, 05:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,147
Posted By dickschaak
Great, that is a big help.

Great, that is a big help.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-05-2019, 06:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,147
Posted By dickschaak
Alaska with a group

My wife and want to take a trip to Alaska with a group of RVs. We have a Thor 31y. How do we find ba trip and has anyone done this.
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 01-22-2018, 09:06 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,645
Posted By dickschaak
We lost ou wonderful Katie thr we months ago. We...

We lost ou wonderful Katie thr we months ago. We are 78 and 79. It was horrible losing her and we both said we could not go th rough that againWe both agreed to not get another dog. We have been...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-15-2018, 11:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,495
Posted By dickschaak
Tiffin tech that follows the forum.

A few month ago I was able to discuss a problem with an extremely knowledgeable forum member that also works for Tiffin. Does anyone have his info?
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-15-2018, 11:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,928
Posted By dickschaak
NAV system

I replaced mine with the JVC KW V830BT. It uses Google Maps for an always up to date NAV system, it is a DVD player and tuner, it bluetooths with your cell phone so you have hands free cell phone and...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-15-2018, 07:24 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 14,820
Posted By dickschaak
It is the JVC KW V830BT. It uses Google Maps for...

It is the JVC KW V830BT. It uses Google Maps for an always up to date NAV system, it is a DVD player and tuner, it bluetooths with your cell phone so you have hands free cell phone and with an...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-14-2018, 06:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,964
Posted By dickschaak
Thanks Dan. Seeing your picture I now know what...

Thanks Dan. Seeing your picture I now know what those valves are for. I have seen them many times but had no clue.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-13-2018, 10:50 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 717
Posted By dickschaak
Stuck power cord reel

The power switch does not rollup the cord. I am hoping that it is just the fuse. Do anybody know where to find the fuse.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-12-2018, 02:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 14,820
Posted By dickschaak
Nope! Triple Vision is the product name. Tiffin...

Nope! Triple Vision is the product name. Tiffin unfortunately uses Triple Vision backup camera system. I think the distributor might be Triple H. Pigman is familiar with them.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-12-2018, 02:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 14,820
Posted By dickschaak
Pigman, you hit the nail on the head. The...

Pigman, you hit the nail on the head. The electronics are mediocre at best. This will be the third backup system that I have not been satisfied with and replaced. Paul at Precision Painting did the...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-11-2018, 03:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 14,820
Posted By dickschaak
Triplevision

Has anybody swapped out their triple vision for another brand. If so what did you get.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-11-2018, 10:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,964
Posted By dickschaak
How do I find that conversation?

How do I find that conversation?
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-11-2018, 10:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,964
Posted By dickschaak
Thank you.

Thank you.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-11-2018, 10:36 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 791
Posted By dickschaak
Great explanation. Thanks

Great explanation. Thanks
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-11-2018, 09:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 791
Posted By dickschaak
Head light replacement

My starboard head light went out. Does anybody know how to go about replacing it? Thanks
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-11-2018, 08:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,964
Posted By dickschaak
Draining water from air tanks

How do I drain the water from my air tanks and how often is this necessary? Thanks
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-07-2018, 10:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 869
Posted By dickschaak
Thank you for your research. Big help.

Thank you for your research. Big help.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-07-2018, 04:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 822
Posted By dickschaak
Basement thermostat

I have some frozen lines and I would like to turn up the heat in the basement but I cannot find the thermostat. 2011 43 Bus thanks.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-07-2018, 04:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 869
Posted By dickschaak
Basement thermostat

I have some frozen lines and I would like to turn up the heat in the basement but I cannot find the thermostat. 2011 43 Bus thanks.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 12-26-2017, 09:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 809
Posted By dickschaak
We go to Florida via Nashville quite often. Never...

We go to Florida via Nashville quite often. Never had a problem taking 94 to Madison and continuing on past Janesville, Rockford and 57 past Bloomington and on toward Nashville. We have taken this...
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 12-21-2017, 06:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,032
Posted By dickschaak
The fuse is located in the engine compartment. As...

The fuse is located in the engine compartment. As you look at the engine it is in the upper right. It may also be accessible through the closet area.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 12-12-2017, 06:21 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,455
Posted By dickschaak
We have had both. The booth likes nice but it is...

We have had both. The booth likes nice but it is not as comfortable to sit on. You can’t get further back or closer up and remain comfortable. We don’t do anything to secure the chairs when under way...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-04-2017, 07:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,808
Posted By dickschaak
Not really near Ocala but Outdoor Resort in Port...

Not really near Ocala but Outdoor Resort in Port St Lucie is fantastic. A Class A only resort. Everything first class. Rent a lot for a week and you will wind up buying a lot there.
Forum: Just Conversation 12-02-2017, 06:56 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,874
Posted By dickschaak
Ow! A bad ankle must hurt every step that you...

Ow! A bad ankle must hurt every step that you take. Once you get it fixed you will enjoy your trip much more. It must be a horrible bummer to have to cancel but your make up trip will be a lot better...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-29-2017, 10:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,787
Posted By dickschaak
I have the same unit in a 43. I have had Monaco,...

I have the same unit in a 43. I have had Monaco, Travel Supreme Select, Travel Supreme Limited, Country Coach, Navigator and now the 43 Bus. Not one of my prior coaches could come close to the ride I...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-29-2017, 10:29 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,114
Posted By dickschaak
I have Automotion and love them.

I have Automotion and love them.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-13-2017, 09:17 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 13,661
Posted By dickschaak
Can’t imagine not being able to travel without...

Can’t imagine not being able to travel without our dog. MH a must.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-30-2017, 07:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,058
Posted By dickschaak
Will hydro hot work on electric

We are storing our Bus for three months in Nashville. I want to set the heat at 50 with the hydro hot on electric. I will be plugged into 50 Amp. Will that work?
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-16-2017, 08:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,928
Posted By dickschaak
That is really a detailed description of the...

That is really a detailed description of the correct process. Thanks a million.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-16-2017, 06:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,928
Posted By dickschaak
Pigman, I forgot to ask if you have to...

Pigman,
I forgot to ask if you have to continually hold down the raise rocker switch or do you press and release? Also, to dump the air when extending the jacks, do you have to use the "lower" to...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-16-2017, 06:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,928
Posted By dickschaak
Pigman, Thanks. That is really helpful to know...

Pigman,
Thanks. That is really helpful to know the sequence to use. I am amazed that there isn't any documentation for the procedure. Solves a big problem for me. Tanks again!
Dick
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-16-2017, 02:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,928
Posted By dickschaak
You are right. Just on the early Powerglide...

You are right. Just on the early Powerglide chassis. I did call Tiffin. Thanks.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-16-2017, 01:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,928
Posted By dickschaak
Dewey, I just called Tiffin. On the early...

Dewey,
I just called Tiffin. On the early Powerglide chassis that is the way they had it. You would retract the jacks and then hit the "Raise" rocker switch. Evidently the must of had some...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-16-2017, 01:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,928
Posted By dickschaak
I had a freightliner also and just pushed the...

I had a freightliner also and just pushed the button. This is a Powerglide chassis. I have had seven different motorhome but this, by far, is the best ride.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-16-2017, 11:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,928
Posted By dickschaak
Proper way to air up

I have been puzzled as to why I have trouble airing up after retracting the jacks on my HWH system. I have read and reread the Tiffin user manual but did not find any helpful info. Out of...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-13-2017, 02:17 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,085
Posted By dickschaak
Usually a truck NAV system will allow you to put...

Usually a truck NAV system will allow you to put in all the measurements of your coach. When you are on a trip it will not direct you on a route that has a bridge too low for coach. It will also not...
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