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Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-25-2018, 05:36 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 13,758
Posted By hawgguy
Bad Deal - Need Advice

Greetings from College Station.

Two weeks ago I was presented with a serious health problem that is not recoverable.

I would like to move the bus either north to Dallas or south to Houston and...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 10-28-2018, 01:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,879
Posted By hawgguy
I once froze the pipes and caused a leak on my...

I once froze the pipes and caused a leak on my Newmar when I irresponsibly left my coach for a few weeks and the temps plummeted. The Oasis system shut down at 1/8 tank. I had also neglected to...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 10-10-2018, 07:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,520
Posted By hawgguy
Both great. Can't go too far wrong. Decide...

Both great. Can't go too far wrong. Decide based on floorpan, price and gut.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 09-26-2018, 07:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,591
Posted By hawgguy
Not uncommon. I agree, too big a blade with large...

Not uncommon. I agree, too big a blade with large moment arm applied to thin splines on shaft. I have replaced my pivot shaft and blade before, The shaft is not easy to replace as I recall, I had to...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 09-25-2018, 07:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,681
Posted By hawgguy
OT - My first was a '57 Bel Air, straight 6, 3 on...

OT - My first was a '57 Bel Air, straight 6, 3 on the tree.
Had a back seat you could really stretch out in (IYKWIM).
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 09-23-2018, 03:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,681
Posted By hawgguy
Ditto. Do my own, so I know it's right.

Ditto. Do my own, so I know it's right.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 09-23-2018, 09:40 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,068
Posted By hawgguy
I replaced the Cradelpoint router that the bus...

I replaced the Cradelpoint router that the bus uses for the Vegatouch (2015) with one that would take a USB input from my phone and use it as a hotspot for the bus and the wired/wireless devices.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 09-15-2018, 06:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,482
Posted By hawgguy
Terrific post & pictures - thanks. Must have...

Terrific post & pictures - thanks. Must have been gratifying to find the problem and fix it so easily.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-26-2018, 06:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,948
Posted By hawgguy
I have no leaks, but after 4 years of UV...

I have no leaks, but after 4 years of UV punishment I see areas on the side moldings that are deteriorating. Looks like silicon-type clear caulk. What is the proper caulk to use?
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-17-2018, 11:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,169
Posted By hawgguy
Got it - fuse #4 second box under drivers...

Got it - fuse #4 second box under drivers compartment.

I guess I was confused by that big label than said:

CO Detector :facepalm:
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-17-2018, 11:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,169
Posted By hawgguy
CO Detector fuse

Where would I look for the CO detector fuse. It is not in the front compartment or the mid bath. Do I need to remove the CO detector?

TIA
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-13-2018, 07:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,816
Posted By hawgguy
They are available all over - fairly generic. In...

They are available all over - fairly generic. In a pinch, you can harvest one from the slide mechanism under the bed.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-05-2018, 10:23 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,875
Posted By hawgguy
Your experience mirrors mine exactly. I did not...

Your experience mirrors mine exactly. I did not replace the bolts, though in hindsight, I wish I did. Also, if I recall, for some reason I only got 3 of the 4 sealed with loctite. So overall, your...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-29-2018, 07:57 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,519
Posted By hawgguy
Go ahead and make me jealous. My daughter is...

Go ahead and make me jealous. My daughter is formulating her college plans. I think I will be driving this 2015 for years to come if I can afford the insurance and the diesel. :-) Oh well, at...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-29-2018, 07:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,435
Posted By hawgguy
I'm sure you know - the closet floor also comes...

I'm sure you know - the closet floor also comes out. I had to remove my shoe rack first.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-29-2018, 05:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,137
Posted By hawgguy
Not sure he can handle it. Recommend de-rate to...

Not sure he can handle it. Recommend de-rate to 325 HP for all our safety.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-26-2018, 06:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 986
Posted By hawgguy
My poor red paint started flaking big time even...

My poor red paint started flaking big time even with a garden hose :sad:

Probably was not prepped well before painting by Cummins.

Still runs great anyway, which is more important.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-22-2018, 07:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 626
Posted By hawgguy
Be thankful it wasn't the bedroom vanity slide.

Be thankful it wasn't the bedroom vanity slide.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-22-2018, 07:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,511
Posted By hawgguy
I really appreciated it on my Ventana in wind and...

I really appreciated it on my Ventana in wind and with crowned. Don't really need it on a Cornerstone, but I wouldn't mind it either. I usually kept mine at 3-4.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-22-2018, 07:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,201
Posted By hawgguy
Even with no leaks there can be lots of nooks and...

Even with no leaks there can be lots of nooks and crannies that need purging. As I recall, mine took a few months of intermittent use before staying stable.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-19-2018, 06:16 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,550
Posted By hawgguy
Cumins ISB? 2 Air Conditioners?

Cumins ISB? 2 Air Conditioners?
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-17-2018, 06:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,756
Posted By hawgguy
Insurance - again

This is a recurring topic. I just wanted an opportunity to praise the services of Ron Jarvie from Overland. Others here have spoken well of him.

My Progressive policy has doubled between Aug...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-15-2018, 11:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 909
Posted By hawgguy
That particular fitting has dripped a time or...

That particular fitting has dripped a time or three on mine over the years. Usually disassembly and assembly fixed it. I think I replaced it once. I always felt it was a time bomb, and would check...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-15-2018, 08:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,280
Posted By hawgguy
Check my post here....

Check my post here. (https://www.irv2.com/forums/f278/air-horns-238940-3.html)

Number #37
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-14-2018, 08:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,126
Posted By hawgguy
I have the same coach and work faithfully to keep...

I have the same coach and work faithfully to keep it clean and lubed. It is not tolerant of any dirt or grit (which west Texas is famous for). I have examined the mechanism closely and can truly...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-14-2018, 07:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,372
Posted By hawgguy
I got bit by this when my coach was young. ...

I got bit by this when my coach was young. Driver's side front would only intermittently air up.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-30-2018, 08:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,463
Posted By hawgguy
Wow. What a job. I can't even imagine how I...

Wow. What a job. I can't even imagine how I would attack it. At least the slide motors and cogwheel shafts are visible (for the most part)

So, you used a wooden wedge to prop up the slide? ...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-27-2018, 08:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,587
Posted By hawgguy
I would love to have those temps. Out here,...

I would love to have those temps. Out here, especially when the asphalt is 110-115, I routinely see 210-212 before the fan kicks it down.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-27-2018, 08:09 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 5,391
Posted By hawgguy
Yes, I think what you did was just fine. I have...

Yes, I think what you did was just fine. I have parked like that for a month at a time with no apparent ill effects. It is not as stable, since the rear jacks are retracted. I don't believe the...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-21-2018, 07:02 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,338
Posted By hawgguy
I found the low-bridge add-on to our GPS helpful....

I found the low-bridge add-on to our GPS helpful. This, after losing a satellite dome in PA.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-16-2018, 03:44 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,489
Posted By hawgguy
Bass Pro sells them because they're not Dicks....

Bass Pro sells them because they're not Dicks. (get it)
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-14-2018, 07:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,027
Posted By hawgguy
Most of us, our generation, generally left the...

Most of us, our generation, generally left the nest between the ages of 18 and 22. I moved out at age 16, but I was an outlier juvenile delinquent.

The new normal is extended adolescence -...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-13-2018, 05:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,027
Posted By hawgguy
They haven't fired me yet, so I guess it's...

They haven't fired me yet, so I guess it's working out OK.

I sure don't miss those 2am wake-up calls. 30 years was plenty.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-13-2018, 05:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,951
Posted By hawgguy
Not 100% sure. I've used them to jump start my...

Not 100% sure. I've used them to jump start my lawn tractor.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-12-2018, 08:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,027
Posted By hawgguy
I'll be in the market for covered storage when...

I'll be in the market for covered storage when the dust has settled.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-12-2018, 07:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,027
Posted By hawgguy
Excited to get out of the Motorhome

I know, in an RV forum, this is an unusual sentiment.

For the past 6 years I have lived every other week in my bus (26 weeks/year). For the last 3 months I have lived full-time in my RV after...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-08-2018, 07:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,035
Posted By hawgguy
Totally agree with the recommendations for Santa...

Totally agree with the recommendations for Santa Fe Skies and Angel Fire.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-05-2018, 07:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 994
Posted By hawgguy
I have progressive via USAA and full replacement....

I have progressive via USAA and full replacement. I pay more than your quote.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-05-2018, 07:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 831
Posted By hawgguy
It will be a fun trip. Nothing to worry about.

It will be a fun trip. Nothing to worry about.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-02-2018, 10:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,662
Posted By hawgguy
I had the problem twice - same slide. As the...

I had the problem twice - same slide. As the fabric aged out and relaxed more, heavy water would pool and ithe roller would pop out of the support. Brute force was required to get it reestablished,...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-08-2018, 11:11 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,972
Posted By hawgguy
Amazing times we are living in. I am trying to...

Amazing times we are living in. I am trying to imagine what I would have thought when I was a teenager in the 1970s if someone told me someday I'd have to worry about my digital dash rebooting..... ...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-06-2018, 02:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 635
Posted By hawgguy
Fixed

Used the Browbox(tm) approach.

Found the TriMark controller under the velroed dash tray (what a rats nest - don't look if you dont have to). Unpugged the power for a minute and reconnected. No...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-06-2018, 09:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 876
Posted By hawgguy
Very hepful if and when the time comes. Thanks...

Very hepful if and when the time comes. Thanks for taking the time to write it up and post.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-05-2018, 09:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 635
Posted By hawgguy
I have been parked - but we have had a couple of...

I have been parked - but we have had a couple of rainy days. The locks, remote and keypad all appear to work normally.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-05-2018, 05:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 635
Posted By hawgguy
Trimark Honk

This is strange. I don't know what I did, but now I get a honk in addition to a beep from my Trimark Keyless entry. Ideas?
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-03-2018, 05:51 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,600
Posted By hawgguy
Very clever. Was it difficult drilling? Any...

Very clever. Was it difficult drilling? Any concern with weakening the shaft?
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-02-2018, 06:34 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,600
Posted By hawgguy
I think it is the only "easy" adjustment. You...

I think it is the only "easy" adjustment. You can also take the drift pin out of the motor shaft where it engages the square tube - but it is a pretty coarse adjustment. Someone (Gasman?)...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-01-2018, 11:35 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,600
Posted By hawgguy
Not the baskets. Memory is a liitle dim on this,...

Not the baskets. Memory is a liitle dim on this, but as I recall, there are little tabs welded on to tht bracket - call them bearing retaining ears. One I was able to bend out of the way, the other...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-30-2018, 05:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 863
Posted By hawgguy
That is easier said than done. On my MH therer...

That is easier said than done. On my MH therer are 4 heavy ground cables and 4 positive cables that go from the 2 battery banks (8 batteries total). The studs on the back wall of the compartment...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-29-2018, 12:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,709
Posted By hawgguy
Mine is 3 years older but set up similarly. ...

Mine is 3 years older but set up similarly.

I replaced the stock Cradlepoint router with a better one that would allow me to use my phone for USB thethering to the rest of the coach.

In order...
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