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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-24-2020, 05:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 136
Posted By dvmweb
It was in the low 90’s. When things cooled down...

It was in the low 90’s.
When things cooled down everything worked fine.
Forum: Just Conversation 08-24-2020, 05:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 755
Posted By dvmweb
There are some really good deals out there. Be...

There are some really good deals out there. Be patient.
Binoculars are handy, but right now with a modest telescope you can see the rings of Saturn and Jupiter with it’s four Galilean moons. Pretty...
Forum: Just Conversation 08-24-2020, 05:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 755
Posted By dvmweb
Or, ...

Or,


https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/550854155631939/
Forum: Just Conversation 08-24-2020, 05:08 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 755
Posted By dvmweb
Fur instance: ...

Fur instance:


https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2765858826983378/
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-24-2020, 04:56 PM
Replies: 12,076
Views: 1,670,365
Posted By dvmweb
Two new steer tires and front end alignment. ...

Two new steer tires and front end alignment.
Made a big difference in driving.
New air filter.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-23-2020, 05:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 136
Posted By dvmweb
Now it won’t. Going to check switch and motor...

Now it won’t.
Going to check switch and motor when we get home.
Forum: Just Conversation 08-23-2020, 05:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 755
Posted By dvmweb
App: Night Sky is really helpful. Go on...

App: Night Sky is really helpful.

Go on eBay, Craigslist, FB Marketplace. You’ll find tons of telescopes for sale. Buy a cheap one to start. Then upgrade.

Good luck.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-23-2020, 04:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 136
Posted By dvmweb
Driver shade did go up.

Driver shade did go up.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-23-2020, 04:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 136
Posted By dvmweb
Fuses ok. Power door lock works now. Driver did...

Fuses ok. Power door lock works now. Driver did go up. But won’t now. It is 90 deg F.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-23-2020, 03:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 136
Posted By dvmweb
2013 FW Expedition power shade trouble.

Just now:

On bumpy bit of expressway heard a clunk in exit door. It locked. Stopped for dinner and put front power shades down ok. Both driver and passenger side went down fine. But the driver...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-09-2019, 06:39 PM
Replies: 7
Discovery: Def tank
Views: 700
Posted By dvmweb
13 gal. I carry a spare 2.5 gal def just in...

13 gal.
I carry a spare 2.5 gal def just in case.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-09-2019, 06:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 424
Posted By dvmweb
Is there voltage to the motor?

Is there voltage to the motor?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-09-2019, 05:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 672
Posted By dvmweb
Drill a hole in plug for now. You could try an...

Drill a hole in plug for now.
You could try an easy out with judicious heat.
You can put a water heater bypass in pretty easily if you can get to the back of the wh.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-17-2019, 02:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 613
Posted By dvmweb
Onan 12,500 Overheating

Here are some ideas.

https://www.google.com/search?q=florida+cummins+onan+generator+repair&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-us&client=safari

And,
...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-15-2019, 12:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 587
Posted By dvmweb
I leave ours plugged in, 50 amp. Parked inside. I...

I leave ours plugged in, 50 amp. Parked inside. I check the batteries and start the generator every 2-3 weeks, open garage doors. And, I have a couple of space heaters set inside with one in the...
Forum: Cummins Engines 10-15-2019, 12:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 593
Posted By dvmweb
2012 ISB6.7 coolant type?

So, should have put this under Freightliner.

I put in about two cups to bring it up to the cold max line on the reservoir.

I started her up and the Low coolant warning stayed on with check...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-14-2019, 01:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 733
Posted By dvmweb
Check your batteries too. Mine need 13.4 volts...

Check your batteries too.
Mine need 13.4 volts for everything to work correctly.
Forum: Cummins Engines 10-14-2019, 10:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 593
Posted By dvmweb
Called Freightliner yesterday, Sunday!, ...

Called Freightliner yesterday, Sunday!,

Barry picked up and told me what to get.

Shell Rotella Red ELC 50/50. Got it at our local Auto Parts store. Cool.

It is ethylene glycol based. The...
Forum: Cummins Engines 10-13-2019, 01:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 593
Posted By dvmweb
2012 ISB6.7 coolant type?

Book says Ethylene Glycol.
The coolant in reservoir is pink?
Forum: Just Conversation 09-26-2019, 01:50 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,707
Posted By dvmweb
Symptom of generalized ruedness. We were in a...

Symptom of generalized ruedness.
We were in a campground this summer. I looked out the window of our camper and right across from us someone let their dog crap on the campsite and then they walked...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-26-2019, 01:41 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 13,891
Posted By dvmweb
Wow. Glad everyone is ok.

Wow. Glad everyone is ok.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-26-2019, 01:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,732
Posted By dvmweb
Open and baking soda.

Open and baking soda.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-23-2019, 06:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,243
Posted By dvmweb
Won’t start after fuel filter change.

I couldn’t find a shut off valve. Dan couldn’t find one either. We’re going to put one in for next time. He said the fuel came out of the tank that was draining from the water separating filter...
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-21-2019, 07:34 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,205
Posted By dvmweb
Well, Diesel Dan came out and had a look. He...

Well, Diesel Dan came out and had a look. He showed me a priming pump/bulb on top of the water separating filter. He pumped it about 20 times, went in and cranked the engine about 1/2 minute and it...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-21-2019, 07:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,243
Posted By dvmweb
Final report: Diesel Dan came out and looked...

Final report:

Diesel Dan came out and looked things over, showed me a priming bulb on the top of the water separating filter. He pumped it about 20 times and then cranked the engine for about 1/2...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-20-2019, 01:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 969
Posted By dvmweb
Need recommendations on toad harness

Demco:

Maybe on page 22?

https://d1wnyry0lodwk5.cloudfront.net/documents/Catalogs/TB110012_Rev_39_email.pdf

Or here:
...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-20-2019, 01:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,406
Posted By dvmweb
And, get yourself a good multimeter for voltages...

And, get yourself a good multimeter for voltages and continuity. You’ll use it a lot.
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-20-2019, 09:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,205
Posted By dvmweb
Having a diesel mechanic come look at it today. ...

Having a diesel mechanic come look at it today.
I’ll let you all know what he finds and does.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-20-2019, 09:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,243
Posted By dvmweb
Won’t start after fuel filter change.

Tried that without success.

I think the fuel drained out of the HP pump.

Again when I removed the water separating filter a stream of fuel came out of the base connection, probably a couple of...
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-20-2019, 03:50 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,205
Posted By dvmweb
Tried that. Didn’t work. Unless I am doing it...

Tried that. Didn’t work. Unless I am doing it wrong.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-19-2019, 08:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,243
Posted By dvmweb
Won’t start after fuel filter change.

No.
What will that do?

Pulled regular fuel filter and refilled.
There is fuel at the banjo bolt at the fuel rail.
Still no go.
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-19-2019, 06:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,205
Posted By dvmweb
Which one? Found a bleed valve on the water...

Which one?
Found a bleed valve on the water separator.

The manual doesn’t really talk about it.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-19-2019, 06:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,243
Posted By dvmweb
Won’t start after fuel filter change.

Rechecked filters and they are full.
Still won’t start.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-19-2019, 10:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,243
Posted By dvmweb
The new water separating fuel filter said not to...

The new water separating fuel filter said not to fill it on the side. So, I didn’t. After removal of the old one the fuel was coming out in a small stream from the base.
The regular fuel filter said...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2019, 05:58 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,243
Posted By dvmweb
I will try that.

I will try that.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2019, 05:57 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,243
Posted By dvmweb
Thanks for the replies.

Thanks for the replies.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2019, 05:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,243
Posted By dvmweb
Won’t start after fuel filter change.

2013 (2012?) FW Expedition 6.7 Cummins.
Changed both fuel filters.
Water separator filled on it’s own.
Prefilled fuel filter as directed.
Cycled ignition switch several times 5-6 times. Wouldn’t...
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-18-2019, 04:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,205
Posted By dvmweb
Got it done. Now it won’t start. Ideas. ...

Got it done.
Now it won’t start.
Ideas.

I see that I might have to bleed air out of the fuel line.
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-18-2019, 07:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,205
Posted By dvmweb
Thanks. I’ll let you know how it goes.

Thanks.
I’ll let you know how it goes.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-17-2019, 07:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 969
Posted By dvmweb
Demco might make a plug and play.

Demco might make a plug and play.
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-17-2019, 06:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,205
Posted By dvmweb
Fuel Filter maintenance

I have a 2013 FW Expedition with a Cummins 6.7 and need to change the fuel filters.

One filter is the engine’s and one (water separator) is the chassis’. Do I just take them off or do I need to...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-30-2019, 02:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 561
Posted By dvmweb
Can you check the wire polarity?

Can you check the wire polarity?
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-30-2019, 01:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 607
Posted By dvmweb
Filter Barn for filters is pretty good.

Filter Barn for filters is pretty good.
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-30-2019, 01:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 567
Posted By dvmweb
We have had significant troubles with our def...

We have had significant troubles with our def system.
The wiring harness has been replaced twice.
Once under original warranty and once with the extended warranty.
And, one of the tank connections...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-30-2019, 01:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 762
Posted By dvmweb
Tool to gain access to engine

Looks like one of these.
Might be one with your keys.

Southco E3 5-15 Series Vise Action Nickel Plated Steel Large Compression Latch Tubular Key, 1-35/64" Length x 1-31/32" Width...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-30-2019, 01:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 587
Posted By dvmweb
Demco might make a vehicle specific wiring...

Demco might make a vehicle specific wiring harness.
We got one for or toad.
Very easy to use.

https://www.demco-products.com/rv-towing/towed-connectors/
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-30-2019, 12:54 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 6,798
Posted By dvmweb
Flagpole buddy attached to ladder. Really...

Flagpole buddy attached to ladder.
Really sticks up high!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-30-2019, 12:27 PM
Replies: 12,076
Views: 1,670,365
Posted By dvmweb
Led replacement bulbs for ceiling puck lights. ...

Led replacement bulbs for ceiling puck lights.
39 of them.
Should significantly cut down on the wattage/amp draw.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-30-2019, 12:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 319
Posted By dvmweb
I was thinking of that. The corrosion is very...

I was thinking of that. The corrosion is very minimal.

I am going to use a floor jack to see if will go all the way up after doing that.

Maybe the spring has been weak for a while.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-29-2019, 05:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 319
Posted By dvmweb
Power Gear leveler not retracting

Well, I got down and had a look. This jack probably has not been retracting fully for a while. There is a bit of corrosion about an inch and a half up from the pad. I greased it and it retracted...
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