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Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 12-15-2013, 01:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,931
Posted By devans47
Not Deville, They are Fleetwood.

Not Deville, They are Fleetwood.
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 12-13-2013, 07:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,931
Posted By devans47
I have a 98 Eagle. Headlights are 93 to 96 Cad...

I have a 98 Eagle. Headlights are 93 to 96 Cad Fleetwood. If you eBay for them you will find many of them. They are pricy.
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 12-05-2013, 06:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,829
Posted By devans47
Sorry. This was suppose to be with the last post....

Sorry. This was suppose to be with the last post. To use someone elses term CRS That does mean "Can't Rember, im Sorry" . doesn't it?

Section 5: Air Brakes...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 12-05-2013, 06:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,829
Posted By devans47
This is what CA DMV has to say. Section 5: Air...

This is what CA DMV has to say. Section 5: Air Brakes (https://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/cdl_htm/sec5.htm)
Every one driving with air brakes should read this.

This is from the site.

Test parking...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 12-05-2013, 05:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,829
Posted By devans47
In the old days with old trucks running over the...

In the old days with old trucks running over the grape vine you had to adjust the slack manually almost daily. If you are adjusting them now there is something wrong. They are auto slacks. On my 98...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 12-05-2013, 04:07 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,829
Posted By devans47
A clutch and a torgue converter are totally...

A clutch and a torgue converter are totally different. Converters have a stall speed. If you don't raise the RPMs you may as we'll leave it in neutral. Evidentially your all sharper than me if you...
Forum: Just Conversation 12-05-2013, 09:41 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,071
Posted By devans47
When Rving. Set the heater and AC where you are...

When Rving. Set the heater and AC where you are comfortable. Which one comes on determines if you go north or south.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-05-2013, 09:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,130
Posted By devans47
Read the label on wiper fluid. The newer stuff in...

Read the label on wiper fluid. The newer stuff in Ca. Freezes at 32. Got the real stuff in Oregon.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-01-2013, 10:14 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 16,298
Posted By devans47
Just for information the Costco in Bakersfield...

Just for information the Costco in Bakersfield California just installed a propane filling station. Had a 5 gallon tank filled couple days ago think it was $11. They also do motorhomes there. Should...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-28-2013, 01:57 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 77,385
Posted By devans47
Samsung RF197 latches. Curios what has been done...

Samsung RF197 latches. Curios what has been done to protect from spills on the floor while in motion. Also anyone used a samsung in 98 99 Eagle. Getting ready to do mine. Is it worth a couple...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-28-2013, 11:45 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,508
Posted By devans47
If you read all the posts you'll find that I had...

If you read all the posts you'll find that I had already been corrected for that. I know about propane I just said that backwards I was in little hurry that day. After your nasty post I probably...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-27-2013, 07:26 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,508
Posted By devans47
Sorry, like I pointed out you cant fix stupid....

Sorry, like I pointed out you cant fix stupid. Heavier is what I meant and what makes it dangerous.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-27-2013, 12:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,508
Posted By devans47
Retired Arson/Fire Investigator. Because Propane...

Retired Arson/Fire Investigator. Because Propane is lighter than air and some people are stupid beyond correction. It is one of my worst fears. Example. Gas to a residence was turned off. Guy hooks...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-26-2013, 04:02 PM
Replies: 255
Views: 57,763
Posted By devans47
I had this same motorhome. Same color even. Loved...

I had this same motorhome. Same color even. Loved it.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-26-2013, 03:49 PM
Replies: 255
Views: 57,763
Posted By devans47
Glen, really glad you started this thread. I have...

Glen, really glad you started this thread. I have a 98 Eagle (extremely modified) Im sure there are many 1990s Americans out there with many updates an changes. Would like to see all of them here.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-26-2013, 03:08 PM
Replies: 255
Views: 57,763
Posted By devans47
I tore it out built new cabinet and new top. TV...

I tore it out built new cabinet and new top. TV is 26 inch. I could have fit a 32 easily. The bottom of the TV is higher than the old cabinet. I also was able to make the bottom flat so I was able to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-26-2013, 02:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,914
Posted By devans47
My American Eagle is Villa and they are removed...

My American Eagle is Villa and they are removed with the push pull method. Apparently they have changed or use different configurations. Hopefully this discussion helps someone. Going to the source (...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-25-2013, 11:25 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,554
Posted By devans47
My 98 Eagle is accessed by the front hood. Not...

My 98 Eagle is accessed by the front hood. Not sure how yours is accessed but should be at the front firewall . Hopefully a monacoer will get in here to help.
Some are talking about curtains. Got...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-25-2013, 10:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,634
Posted By devans47
Ive found my trusty iphone can help the monkey...

Ive found my trusty iphone can help the monkey out. When working on the water pump I put a light thru the access panel then stick my phone (camera) in and take lots of pics. While typing this I had a...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-25-2013, 12:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,634
Posted By devans47
It's very apparent that you have not found the...

It's very apparent that you have not found the small monkey that came with your coach. He's the only chance in hell you have of removing that controller . Had to replace mine with a 10 amp to run a...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-25-2013, 12:37 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,184
Posted By devans47
Have had that problem when on gen power. I have...

Have had that problem when on gen power. I have inverter with a 100 amp battery charger . If batteries are low it pulls lot of amps add that to AC micro and is the water heater on elec. like it's...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-25-2013, 12:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,441
Posted By devans47
We did as Calico with single sink. I cut the...

We did as Calico with single sink. I cut the double sink apart and used the big part. Put the original 2 burner top in a drawer so you don't have to move things to use the stove. Also no cut out in...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-24-2013, 11:49 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,508
Posted By devans47
There is a conversion to electric for the propane...

There is a conversion to electric for the propane furnaces. Google "cheap heat" About $500 but looks pretty good. Probably not good for boon docking.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-24-2013, 11:29 PM
Replies: 255
Views: 57,763
Posted By devans47
98 Eagle .Got bored a couple years ago and tore...

98 Eagle .Got bored a couple years ago and tore out the inside and rebuilt it to our liking.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-24-2013, 11:11 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,554
Posted By devans47
Might want to check for restrictions, kinks, in...

Might want to check for restrictions, kinks, in the hoses to the heater. In a resent post someone had found valves on the motor that were closed. There is a temp control valve at the heater. Not...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-24-2013, 01:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,632
Posted By devans47
I'm sure this is going to ruffle some feathers. I...

I'm sure this is going to ruffle some feathers. I have worked on motor homes for many years .If you're looking at an alpha and say in Essex and you believe they're the same build quality. PLEASE take...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-24-2013, 12:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,068
Posted By devans47
I really don't believe there are many people ...

I really don't believe there are many people
that andq answer this question properly. The poster that drove two identical coaches back-to-back would be an exception. Tire pressure and the loading...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-24-2013, 12:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,914
Posted By devans47
Put it in up position .Push in hard from the side...

Put it in up position .Push in hard from the side then turn it to the back and pull it out.
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 11-22-2013, 04:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,829
Posted By devans47
If you Google it you will find that it is done...

If you Google it you will find that it is done like Lindyt said. Its a good idea to do this regularly. It not only test the condition of the springs in the cans, It will also warn you if the auto...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-19-2013, 12:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,345
Posted By devans47
Bottom line. Have a qualified person check it...

Bottom line. Have a qualified person check it out. We can guess all day but without seeing it were just guessing. I'm recouping from rotator cuff surgery. Can't golf so guessing on these problems...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-18-2013, 09:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,345
Posted By devans47
You said you had 50 amps coming in . Where are...

You said you had 50 amps coming in . Where are you seeing that? Do you have a EMS system? If so it will shut the power off if it gets too low or too high voltage.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-16-2013, 03:42 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,937
Posted By devans47
Yes the valve in the heater. A lot of people will...

Yes the valve in the heater. A lot of people will say you can’t work on these. My thinking is someone put it together and if
it ’s already broke i’m not going to lose anything.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-16-2013, 01:27 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 17,040
Posted By devans47
If the tpms lets you know of a low tire and you...

If the tpms lets you know of a low tire and you don't have air available. It's time to call the service guy before you destroy a tire.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-15-2013, 01:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,963
Posted By devans47
In the old days many trucks were very hard to...

In the old days many trucks were very hard to start when they were hot. I think this may be a hold over from those days when thery were afraid to shut them off because they wouldn't start again. I...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-13-2013, 10:15 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,937
Posted By devans47
I had the same motorhome years ago. Had the same...

I had the same motorhome years ago. Had the same problem with no gas. I could tap the gas valve and it would work. If the heater wasn't used for a while it would not light. I finally took the gas...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-13-2013, 12:39 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,283
Posted By devans47
I really, really, like the one about the ...

I really, really, like the one about the neighbors dog barking!
Siri added that word date in my last post wasn't me. Lol
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-13-2013, 12:31 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,283
Posted By devans47
I really, really, like the one about the date...

I really, really, like the one about the date neighbors dog barking
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