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Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-03-2019, 07:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,142
Posted By jmarmor
Agree, it’s always nice to be on the beach if...

Agree, it’s always nice to be on the beach if your going to the beach. They claim they offer a shuttle. It would take under 10 minutes to get to the beach from there which is better then no beach....
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-02-2019, 02:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,142
Posted By jmarmor
New RV Park in Myrtle Beach

I see a new RV park being put in near my home in Myrtle Beach and I have to say this place look beautiful. It says it won’t be open until July 1,2019. Check it out Carolina Pines RV Park. To bad I...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-02-2019, 02:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 883
Posted By jmarmor
Only hot water stopped but working now. City...

Only hot water stopped but working now. City water supply. Interested in knowing where to look for bypass solenoid for hot water tank.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-31-2019, 06:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 883
Posted By jmarmor
Is there a solenoid for bypass?

2005 Holliday rambler. I came out of winterization and I used the bypass switch for the hot water tank so antifreeze doesn't go into the tank when I winterize. Of cause I drain the water from the...
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-23-2018, 03:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,199
Posted By jmarmor
Do you think I will get a strait answer to the...

Do you think I will get a strait answer to the problem from Cummins?
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-23-2018, 03:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,199
Posted By jmarmor
Thanks for the above advise. I am going to see...

Thanks for the above advise. I am going to see what cummins says. I agree I never saw oil on the ground before and it only started after the oil change. But I must have driven 1000 miles before I...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-23-2018, 02:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 781
Posted By jmarmor
malfunctioning stairs

I had the same problem years ago and lube did nothing. Look under and you will see a round regular(not sure if that's the correct name) which I changed. I looked on online of the company who made...
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-23-2018, 02:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,199
Posted By jmarmor
Engine Oil Leaking

Hi,
I brought my 2005 Holiday Rambler Scepter, Cummins 400hp engine into an RV chassis repair shop. The engine oil was changed about one month before my most recent trip from this same repair guy. ...
Forum: Going Green 11-17-2013, 07:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,709
Posted By jmarmor
thanks for the article. I'll shut off the...

thanks for the article. I'll shut off the automatic equalizing.
Forum: Going Green 11-16-2013, 03:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,709
Posted By jmarmor
Morningstar calls it equalization but I thought...

Morningstar calls it equalization but I thought it is the process of raising the voltage to the batteries to desulfur the plates.
Forum: Going Green 11-16-2013, 01:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,709
Posted By jmarmor
Low water level in solar charging batteries

Hi,
I installed a 600w solar panel charging system to my 4X 6volt Trojan cabin batteries. I'm using a Morningstar 45 controller. I have the PWM set to 14.8 volts on the DIP switches (#4,5,6 on, off,...
Forum: Cummins Engines 11-04-2013, 04:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,420
Posted By jmarmor
Alt. Charge light is going on

I am wondering what I should expect to hear from the mechanic concerning my motorhome issue. I own a 2005 Holiday Rambler Sceptor on a Freightliner chassis, Cummins 400hp diesel engine (45K miles)....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-16-2013, 12:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,118
Posted By jmarmor
no internal check valve like the picture. Sent...

no internal check valve like the picture. Sent in a wire probe to feel around all the way to the diverter valve that goes from cityto the water tank and no remnants or any rubber. It wouldn't have...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-15-2013, 07:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,118
Posted By jmarmor
I went back to the unit to see if its just behind...

I went back to the unit to see if its just behind the hook up. not there. Im thinking its a check valve in the blue water line. I'll look tomorrow but I need to get behind the panel..
is there a...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-15-2013, 06:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,118
Posted By jmarmor
Need some help on this one

Hi All,
New issue but I haven't found the broken check valve yet.
I have a 2005 Holiday Rambler Motorhome.
Disconnected the city water and turned on my water pump. The water from my fresh water...
Forum: Going Green 07-09-2013, 07:28 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,620
Posted By jmarmor
600watts of solar power 2000w inverter. I...

600watts of solar power 2000w inverter. I usually generate 36 amps off of the 4x150w panels
Forum: Going Green 07-09-2013, 06:54 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,620
Posted By jmarmor
Shouldn't a Norcold propane/110v refridg. run off or solar?

My 3 amp draw refridg wont run off of my house batteries/solar when going down the road. Only propane will run the unit. I have 600 watts and expected to run it going down the road but it doesn't...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-09-2013, 06:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,026
Posted By jmarmor
Where should I look first for this issue?

Hi All,
On my previous motor home trip I had an issue that I would like to fix.
Start up the unit and run her on the highway and after a short period of time the Alternator Charge light goes on and...
Forum: Going Green 06-12-2013, 05:46 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 8,433
Posted By jmarmor
couldnt agree any more.

couldnt agree any more.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-06-2013, 05:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,391
Posted By jmarmor
I do the same as Diver. Works fine and leave the...

I do the same as Diver. Works fine and leave the bike rack on the sleeve at all times. Works fine just need to use extra bungee cords at the bottom of bikes so they dont rattle and scratch bikes
Forum: Going Green 05-04-2013, 06:33 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,474
Posted By jmarmor
Thanks so much for taking the time to explain...

Thanks so much for taking the time to explain this. I do understand exactly what you posted for me and enjoyed reading it because it reinforces my understanding. Again I was interested if I can...
Forum: Going Green 05-02-2013, 06:16 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,474
Posted By jmarmor
I was interested in the amps coming into the...

I was interested in the amps coming into the controller because i'm not a full timer and ofter check on the motorhome wanted to know if the solar panels are putting out. if the batteries aren't run...
Forum: Going Green 05-02-2013, 05:27 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,474
Posted By jmarmor
Yes have the meter and battery monitor but was...

Yes have the meter and battery monitor but was interested in measuring coming into the controller not out.
Forum: Going Green 05-01-2013, 06:17 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,474
Posted By jmarmor
Well I finished mounting and wiring into the...

Well I finished mounting and wiring into the controller box my final panel. Shocked to see how much dirt were on the three panels up there. I park off site from my home and its near a 50mph road and...
Forum: Going Green 04-30-2013, 07:06 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,474
Posted By jmarmor
Hi KJINTF, I'm sorry I'm not as up on solar or...

Hi KJINTF,
I'm sorry I'm not as up on solar or electric as you are so my answer is going to bore you. I went with the system that AM Solar designed (and cost). I wish I knew more about systems but...
Forum: Going Green 04-29-2013, 05:15 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,474
Posted By jmarmor
KJINTF Hi there Didn't consider the...

KJINTF
Hi there

Didn't consider the mppt-60 because I felt it was over kill for 600 watts of solar

The panels are all in parallel

I'm not familiar with the interface RS -232. What is that?
Forum: Going Green 04-27-2013, 09:51 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,474
Posted By jmarmor
Hi, Sorry I didn't get back sooner, and I will...

Hi, Sorry I didn't get back sooner, and I will get to pictures one of these days. I used the following on a 38' 2005 Holiday Rambler Secpter motorhome roof.

1) 4- 150 watt solar WGO Solar Panels...
Forum: Going Green 04-22-2013, 06:59 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,474
Posted By jmarmor
good luck,i'm sure they will be very helpful. ...

good luck,i'm sure they will be very helpful. Ask for Roger. If you plan on using the Federal tax credit buy all in one year. You can get a tax credit of 30% but only on one year addition. RV as...
Forum: Going Green 04-22-2013, 12:24 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,474
Posted By jmarmor
AM Solar great company

I decided to install, on my own, a new solar system. I've read posts on our IRV2 forum and heard of AM Solar. I did my research as I recommend anyone going forward with a solar system do so. After...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-19-2013, 09:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,146
Posted By jmarmor
new controller installed

new controller installed
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-19-2013, 08:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,146
Posted By jmarmor
Failing Solar Panel?

I'm having some trouble with my solar charging system. My motorhome, in outdoor storage, has a large panel on the roof installed professionally 5 years ago. The controller has stopped lighting up...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-09-2013, 09:03 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,102
Posted By jmarmor
Hey Stevie, No didn't try to skunk anyone who did...

Hey Stevie, No didn't try to skunk anyone who did any work already. Same bank was refinancing me and wanted to cut to the chase,before anything was done, and yes save $350 for nothing. Remember we're...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-09-2013, 07:28 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,991
Posted By jmarmor
I think that the chassis batteries are just not...

I think that the chassis batteries are just not receiving a charge from anything other then running the engine (or maybe generator). Is it possible that the selenoid from the battery crossover...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-09-2013, 06:58 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,102
Posted By jmarmor
One wintery day I was on the forum and read of...

One wintery day I was on the forum and read of people refinancing there units. I decided to apply on line just for the heck of it. Filled out the Essex Credit application to refinance my 2005...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-09-2013, 05:14 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 17,279
Posted By jmarmor
Hey Anita, My wife thinks I'm nuts being...

Hey Anita,
My wife thinks I'm nuts being infront on this computer and then getting out of bed at 6:30am this morning to post. But I do my best thinking just before I fall asleep and when I wake up....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-08-2013, 07:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,435
Posted By jmarmor
best of luck. glad to have you along for the ride

best of luck. glad to have you along for the ride
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-10-2013, 10:34 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,373
Posted By jmarmor
You think this place looks tight, try KOA water...

You think this place looks tight, try KOA water front sites in Key West. You need a shoe horn to slide in.The site is as wide as you rig with slides out. They give you enough room to open your door...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-10-2013, 08:37 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,373
Posted By jmarmor
How's the beach in Destin, Florida?

We decided to try Camp Gulf in Destin Florida at the end of March this year. We usually go to Key West, my favorite spot, but heard the beach is very nice on the Panhandle in Florida. It's a long...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-27-2013, 08:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,399
Posted By jmarmor
I once used a door sweep from home Depot. ...

I once used a door sweep from home Depot. Attached it to the fiberglass with a thin bead of silicone. The one inch wide door sweep in a thin aluminum track has held up very nicely.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-27-2013, 08:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,439
Posted By jmarmor
I really can't think of any except in Florida. ...

I really can't think of any except in Florida. Where in the keys are you headed to? So beautiful down there. I'm one hour east of Scranton close to I-87 but we take I-95. Its shorter and an easier...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-20-2013, 05:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,751
Posted By jmarmor
is it possible the shower head is aimed...

is it possible the shower head is aimed differently and the water is going over the surround? This was my issue
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-20-2013, 05:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,265
Posted By jmarmor
totally agree here. same issues on mine

totally agree here. same issues on mine
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-20-2013, 04:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,652
Posted By jmarmor
My manual says to store up and never spray any...

My manual says to store up and never spray any lube it picks up debris and will ruin them.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-04-2012, 05:41 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,472
Posted By jmarmor
Better start taking some anti acid tabs, might be...

Better start taking some anti acid tabs, might be some very acidic poop material ruining the slinky. Just some humor here
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-04-2012, 05:35 PM
Replies: 608
Views: 160,778
Posted By jmarmor
Me too about not unlocking the front end. Tires...

Me too about not unlocking the front end. Tires smoked. Not so bad compared to not disengaging the trany correctly, $5500 repair. Tire mistake only $550. Brake buddy overactive $1800 for new...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-01-2012, 12:50 PM
Replies: 608
Views: 160,778
Posted By jmarmor
Here's another

I have endless stories to share but here's my second:
Get out of work early cause we're heading out to Florida some 1300 miles away for easter break. We pull onto the highway just 15 minutes from...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-24-2012, 03:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 775
Posted By jmarmor
I can't answer that but just yesterday I polished...

I can't answer that but just yesterday I polished out all the haze with 800, 1000,1500,2000,2500 grit wet sand paper then wax on two lens and all haze is gone. Like new. Used a polishing paste...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-24-2012, 03:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,178
Posted By jmarmor
Great experience with coach net. One time in...

Great experience with coach net. One time in Utah in the middle of no where and somewhere, I don't know where,we blew out coolant hose. We were flat bed towed within 2 hours over 60 miles at no...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-23-2012, 09:20 PM
Replies: 608
Views: 160,778
Posted By jmarmor
Don't connect the fresh water hose to the black...

Don't connect the fresh water hose to the black water clean out when arriving at camp site. The black water tank can only hold so much water before it over flows in the bathroom and then all over...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-23-2012, 07:04 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,518
Posted By jmarmor
Worked out just fine for me when I replaced my 4...

Worked out just fine for me when I replaced my 4 rear tires. The program saved me around $440 but the tires are still over priced.
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