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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-23-2024, 04:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 303
Posted By Thewellz
Probably a DOT safety regulation..so you don't...

Probably a DOT safety regulation..so you don't inadvertently blind people driving beside you...but that's purely a guess!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-30-2023, 06:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 721
Posted By Thewellz
Not sure your question has been answered yet....I...

Not sure your question has been answered yet....I have gone to a wider lower aspect tire on my rig and noticed a substantial difference in the quality and stability of the ride. The wider tires are...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-11-2023, 11:49 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,017
Posted By Thewellz
I wetsanded with 1500 grit...then polished with...

I wetsanded with 1500 grit...then polished with mcquires number 42 marine polish, and then sealed it with a synthetic wax from mothers. I reapply the wax yearly and my 22 year old GELCOAT still...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-06-2023, 11:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,387
Posted By Thewellz
Pretty sure Fleetwood had bought American Coach...

Pretty sure Fleetwood had bought American Coach by that time...but I'd probably still lean toward the Eagle. Pre_ emissions engine being the first reason. Even though the Entegra doesn't have DEF, it...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 11-26-2023, 05:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 766
Posted By Thewellz
Yes its possible only one guage changes when you...

Yes its possible only one guage changes when you dump your air bags, Shoild be the secondary tank.

Your brakes are fed by the primary and secondary tanks so the pressures that are shown on the...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 11-20-2023, 12:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 766
Posted By Thewellz
Hi there I have an 01 Tradewinds 7372.. Your...

Hi there I have an 01 Tradewinds 7372..
Your guages are meant to monitor your primary/wet and secondary air tank pressures. If you had a catastrophic failure of an airbag you wouldn't want your air...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 10-01-2023, 05:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,842
Posted By Thewellz
Hi there...I have done your same repair on a...

Hi there...I have done your same repair on a Tropical I owned in the past. The gutter is screwed on under a strip of white plastic trim that runs the length of the gutter...you simply use a flat head...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 09-21-2023, 09:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 684
Posted By Thewellz
Hi there. Steps are controlled by a small round...

Hi there. Steps are controlled by a small round magnetic switch that is located near the bottom of the door jamb check the wires on it..they commonly go bad. It also has a rocker switch on your...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 06-01-2023, 06:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 486
Posted By Thewellz
Hi there...not a big deal to change the tire ...

Hi there...not a big deal to change the tire
Size provided the new size is relatively close for your speedo and your wheel is wide enough.
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 05-07-2023, 09:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,136
Posted By Thewellz
Don't worry about it...it's designed that way....

Don't worry about it...it's designed that way. The filon has nothing underneath it to glue it down to on the radius. You'll probably notice small hailine surface cracks...they are cosmetic and...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 04-30-2023, 02:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 597
Posted By Thewellz
The fiberglass issue was only for a short time...

The fiberglass issue was only for a short time and most of the units were fixed under warranty as far as I understand. One of the contributing factors to their financial trouble was this and the...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 03-26-2023, 11:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 488
Posted By Thewellz
Go on Amazon there are plenty of options to pick...

Go on Amazon there are plenty of options to pick from..3m makes a good product.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-07-2023, 03:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,755
Posted By Thewellz
Lots of very good suggestions here. I can add one...

Lots of very good suggestions here. I can add one tip, apologize if it's already mentioned but 3m makes a wax wheel that attaches to a cordless drill. The wheels aren't cheap but they will save you...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 11-25-2021, 04:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,373
Posted By Thewellz
Hi there...unless your eternabond is loose on the...

Hi there...unless your eternabond is loose on the leading edge ...the wrinkles shouldn't really matter as the factory Dicor underneath is probably causing it to look that way. But the above advice to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-25-2021, 04:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,756
Posted By Thewellz
I have the Toyo m144 305 70r 22.5's ...I prefer...

I have the Toyo m144 305 70r 22.5's ...I prefer the ride over the Michelin's I had previously.
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 11-14-2021, 10:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,695
Posted By Thewellz
Hi there welcome to the forum. Your air system...

Hi there welcome to the forum. Your air system shouldn't bleed down in just a few hours, mine takes a week or 2. Would be a good idea to change your air dryer filter and check the pressure relief...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 11-11-2021, 07:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,339
Posted By Thewellz
It does sound to me as if your bypass valve is...

It does sound to me as if your bypass valve is bad, or in the wrong position somehow, because if its closed it really should be next to impossible for the antifreeze to pass into the water heater, as...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-29-2021, 11:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,401
Posted By Thewellz
I've seen people use small rubber stoppers,...

I've seen people use small rubber stoppers, similar to what you'd find on a cupboard door, but bigger. You stick them to the side of the slide about 3/4 of the way out , one up, one middle and one...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-16-2021, 03:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 643
Posted By Thewellz
All those brands have accolades for build...

All those brands have accolades for build quality. However that being said all of these machines do and will have quality control issues from time to time, and any brand will most certainly see...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-15-2021, 05:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 574
Posted By Thewellz
You may be able to loosen the carriage bolts...

You may be able to loosen the carriage bolts underneath the slide out and adjust the rear portion inward where it should sit, and then re -tighten the carriage bolts.
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 10-14-2021, 08:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,163
Posted By Thewellz
I couldn't help but notice most of your items...

I couldn't help but notice most of your items could probably have been done over time (ie the 22 relays, fantastic fan tops ...why all at once? Batteries and Tires are both major expenses that could...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 10-11-2021, 04:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 707
Posted By Thewellz
Mine is in the rear most passenger side...

Mine is in the rear most passenger side compartment, probably different than yours, but who knows! My previous mid entry Tropical had it in the front most passenger side compartment. Sounds like...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-06-2021, 06:18 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,532
Posted By Thewellz
Perfect...I enjoy his content!

Perfect...I enjoy his content!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-06-2021, 11:20 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,532
Posted By Thewellz
Above is good advice!...Yikes that's not fun...if...

Above is good advice!...Yikes that's not fun...if you are handy and a do-it yourselfer I highly recommend watching some if AZ experts videos on you tube. He covers your issue at length. Basically...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-05-2021, 10:56 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,532
Posted By Thewellz
Talking Yes your right...I didn't realize that the...

Yes your right...I didn't realize that the Windsor was Monaco's flagship of the year so I stand corrected on the type of fiberglass roof it has, however your statement that most RV fiberglass roof's...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-05-2021, 09:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,191
Posted By Thewellz
I have no clue about your system, but have you...

I have no clue about your system, but have you tried pressing and "holding" the dump button?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-05-2021, 04:43 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,532
Posted By Thewellz
You are right on...Except you don't have a filon...

You are right on...Except you don't have a filon roof. You actually have a higher quality 1/4" thick seamless molded gelcoat fiberglass roof...it's totally different than filon . I think there is...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 10-05-2021, 09:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 868
Posted By Thewellz
Hi...I don't know who the original supplier was,...

Hi...I don't know who the original supplier was, It's a terrible design to work with, I don't think they are making them anymore.... I Have dealt with the same issue as you on both front windows. One...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-03-2021, 01:36 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,532
Posted By Thewellz
The AZexpert is well respected RV inspector and...

The AZexpert is well respected RV inspector and repair technician in Mesa Arizona, who works for Casone's RV . The man has done countless roof replacements and Inpsections on Safari , Monaco and...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-03-2021, 11:28 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 16,282
Posted By Thewellz
I think for the most part what you describe are...

I think for the most part what you describe are typical maintenance items that need attention or replacement in any coach, gas or diesel as it ages(ie. Tires,slide toppers,shocks) especially with...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-02-2021, 09:37 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,532
Posted By Thewellz
No Bill ..I wasn't learning something...was...

No Bill ..I wasn't learning something...was actually trying to teach something!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-02-2021, 07:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 904
Posted By Thewellz
X2 on Eternabond for the cap seams front and...

X2 on Eternabond for the cap seams front and back, it's been on my roof for 8 years now and still going strong. Clearance lights can also be a leak point. Check all the lap sealant around the radio/...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-02-2021, 01:54 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,532
Posted By Thewellz
Never heard of a floating "filon" roof...filon is...

Never heard of a floating "filon" roof...filon is very thin and non structural( stabond is the proper glue) ...however some higher end coaches with a gel coated fiberglass roof might be a different...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 10-01-2021, 11:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 788
Posted By Thewellz
I use silicone spray on mine... spray it on the...

I use silicone spray on mine... spray it on the metal runners underneath, and run the slide in and out a couple of times. Good to put some on the slide weather/ wiper seal as well.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-01-2021, 11:05 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,532
Posted By Thewellz
Your roof has delamination, could be from poor...

Your roof has delamination, could be from poor prep and not enough glue from the factory. Or you may have had some water intrusion around some openings at some point. Not much you can really do about...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-28-2021, 07:36 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 12,157
Posted By Thewellz
Keep your country coach and do some updates!...

Keep your country coach and do some updates! Sometimes the animal you know is better than the one you don't...your C.C was built at the height of RV industry quality and workmanship, and it has a pre...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-27-2021, 02:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 584
Posted By Thewellz
Agree with above ...could possibly also be a...

Agree with above ...could possibly also be a slide out motor.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-26-2021, 12:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,816
Posted By Thewellz
I recommend Dicor self leveling sealant on the...

I recommend Dicor self leveling sealant on the roof itself, proflex color match on all vertical surfaces including the windows.... 4" Eterna-bond tape works well on the end cap seams, prep the...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 09-26-2021, 11:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 950
Posted By Thewellz
Not a Seaview owner , but have owned a 2000...

Not a Seaview owner , but have owned a 2000 Tropical and now have a 2001 Tradewinds Both have a fiberglass roof and both have very similar build quality on the interior.The diesel has some ceramic...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-26-2021, 11:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,816
Posted By Thewellz
It's hard to picture what exactly you are...

It's hard to picture what exactly you are describing, but if the delam is right beside the transition seam between the sidewall and side of the front cap, and only an inch or two deep, running...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-25-2021, 04:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 384
Posted By Thewellz
Would help to post What chassis it is on...

Would help to post What chassis it is on...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-25-2021, 04:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 636
Posted By Thewellz
Could be your spark probe...or eco. Check to see...

Could be your spark probe...or eco. Check to see the 2 prongs are properly spaced and clean inside the burner tube...and that the ECO, or wires to your ECO and board are OK.. that all I can offer!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-20-2021, 10:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 915
Posted By Thewellz
There shouldn't really be a need to paint a...

There shouldn't really be a need to paint a fiberglass roof, but if you wanted to you'd really have to wash and strip the roof anyway. Waxing is the best way to protect it from uv damage and to stop...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-20-2021, 07:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 915
Posted By Thewellz
It's best to wash and then wax your fiberglass...

It's best to wash and then wax your fiberglass roof, or at the very least use a wash and wax combination product. Not a good idea to paint over your fiberglass roof if its in good shape, because you...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 09-20-2021, 07:20 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,558
Posted By Thewellz
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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-20-2021, 07:12 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 21,906
Posted By Thewellz
Ok one more reply for me!.... even if what you...

Ok one more reply for me!.... even if what you state is correct (the lanes were clear at the time)..IT MAKES NO DIFFERENCE. it happens to be all cars or Potentially another RV that come after, that...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 09-20-2021, 05:57 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,558
Posted By Thewellz
Well I checked my Invereter circuit out today...

Well I checked my Invereter circuit out today too, and I have pretty much the same as you...Bathroom GCFI, plug near the coffee maker and plug under the cabinet next to the microwave. All the rest...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 09-19-2021, 12:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 591
Posted By Thewellz
Sgt. JOE...It should be 90 gallons.

Sgt. JOE...It should be 90 gallons.
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 09-19-2021, 12:22 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,558
Posted By Thewellz
[QUOTE=jboutelle;5919587]OK... let's ponder this...

[QUOTE=jboutelle;5919587]OK... let's ponder this for a minute... is it possible that I don't have a problem at all...???

I read on another thread, that 'many' "older" coaches (my Tradewinds 7371...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-19-2021, 11:13 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 21,906
Posted By Thewellz
Reminds me of another story( completely...

Reminds me of another story( completely unrelated, however in the spirit of the thread) ...last month we were staying in a nice quiet waterfront campground, and this guy in a large diesel coach...
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