RE: Power Tech Generator leaking antifreeze
Welcome to the forum. Although I haven't had any issues with mine, I have the same generator. I would start by sliding the generator out and see if you can locate the source. It may be as simple as a loose hose clamp or possibly the plastic expansion tank is cracked. If you are not into repairing it yourself, you do not necessarily need to find a CAT service center. Depending on the problem RV dealers, mobile techs or even a good repair shop may be a good place to start. Try checking here for a local shop with good reviews:
http://rvservicereviews.com/
You may also try contacting your Extended Warranty company for a recommendation, but depending on the problem this may or may not be covered. Good luck.
Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy
RE: mirrors on wall
Not a Winne, but we removed the mirror above our stove and replaced it with ceramic tile. Travel Supreme used a silicon type glue that bonded extremely well to the wall surface so the mirror pretty much came off in pieces. I found the best practice was to slide a wide blade putty knife between the mirror and wall and tap it in with a hammer. Once the blade was well under the surface, I pulled it outward and in most case the mirror broke in rather large pieces. We removed the pieces and moved along. I'm not sure what the mirror was made from because it wasn't normal glass, almost felt like a glass/plastic combo and obviously by my description....hard to describe.
I found it interesting that all this did no damage to the vinyl wall paper behind the mirror, but in order to get the tile mastic to stick we also removed the vinyl wall paper. This also was well bonded to the wall, but it did come off. If you have a similar setup, I would think you could use silicon to attached the stainless steel directly to the vinyl once the mirror is removed. Good luck.
Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy
RE: Advise on Dingys
We initially used a dolly because we were towing three different cars. The dolly isn't anywhere near as bad as most make it out. Never had a problem with storage and if we were just passsing through we requested a pull through site. I think I only had to disconnect about three times in five years (part-time RVers) because a campground couldn't accomodate the pull through site and that took all of about 5 min (max). When we downsized our car fleet, I shifted over to four down (Honda Accord w/manual tranny).
No doubt the four down is easier, but using a dolly isn't really that big a deal unless you physically have trouble bending down to connect the straps. Good luck whichever way you go.
Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy
RE: Thank you - Open Roads Forum
Glad to hear all is well with your family. Enjoy your campfire with Mr. & Mrs. JohnnyT.
Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy
BTW, I'm also a Lou C.
RE: Kayak Inside Trailer
How much room do you have above the slide? I have a 7' ceiling height there is only about 6"-8" above the slide. Although I never thought about it, I wouldn't imagine 39 lbs over the length of the kayak would cause any loading issues. Just be sure you cushion it so you don't damage the top of the slide and be sure to add it to your check list as an item to remove BEFORE you hit the slide open button.
Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy
RE: My wife can't decide, Please Help
We had both and prefer the table and chairs. We don't need the sleeping space, like the flexibility to be able to move the chairs and prefer the overall appearance.
Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy
RE: Extended Warranty, where do I go and would you do it.
To buy or not to buy....... Very personal decision. Here's the question I would ask the guy in the mirror:
If I have a catastrophic failure on my RV, will I be able to absorb the cost to repair it? Or will I be paying on an RV LOAN for a rig that is sitting in my driveway, un-usable?
By catastrophic, I mean a drivetrain failure, like an engine or transmission. In a gasser, this could run $5,000 - $7,000. If this would kill you financially, look at an EW for drivetrain coverage. A refrigerator failure may run you $1500. This is where it becomes more questionable. Sure, things can pile up and end up costing you big money, but the odds are against it.
YOU need to decide based on your risk tolerance and financial status. We bought our 2003 Executive in 2011. While it had all the maintenance records and was "apparently" is wonderful shape, it had 63,000 miles on it and you never REALLY know how well it was cared for. We bought a 2 year EW, because we had no prior experience with such a higher end DP and did not want any ugly surprises. Our EW will run out in September and unless we have a slew of problems, we will not recoup what we've paid in. Our only problem was a failed alternator, this past March.
We have XtraRide Platinum coverage. They are a real pleasure to deal with! If you do decide to buy in, I would strongly suggest looking at them. Wholesale Warranties, online, does rep them.
Just go into the decision with your eyes open, realizing that this is insurance and the providers make lots of money. Odds are you will not recover what you paid in, by a longshot. None of that matters, however, if you are comfortable with the decision. Don't let others try to dictate what YOU should do. Make your own informed decision........
Very well stated !!!!
Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy (w/o an Ext. Warranty)
RE: How old?
Will I just change my oil, ( diesel gen and cummins engine), grease all fitting, recoated the roof, wax this 38 footer, put new batteries in, check air in tires, change a rear flat, check all lights, one clearance burn out, put in new Blu-ray, two new TV flat screen, new air filter, took out old ref. and installed new house type ref. removed day bed and put new lazy-boy chairs and clean inside. Getting ready to go to Canada for three months. OH by the way I am 80 and still going strong, I feel like 50, still joging 4 miles a day. Like someone said age is just a number. Please don't take my RV away from me.
You truly are a super guy!! Perhaps you should update your name to Super Guy 80.....LOL
Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy
RE: Battery Selector Switch
I have a cutoff switch that controls a solenoid that isolates MOST of the house loads. However, there are a few loads (slide controllers, leveler controllers, smoke, propane and CO detectors, etc) that remain energized. If storing it for an extended period, I would suggest you leave a trickle charger on the batteries or isolate them as you identified. Good luck and welcome to the forum.
Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy
RE: rolling stones - if we dont, we're gonna blow a 50 amp fuse
In order to maintain the RV.net standards, I'll offer the following:
With 30 Amp service you will only have every other load working if your rig is facing north or all the loads at 60.0 volts if facing south. The generator works pretty much the same way, but the directions are tied to facing either east or west. Hope this helps maintain our site standards.
Only kidding !!!!!
Lou
RE: Curious about maintenance...
Wow...not what I expected...it seems most respondents are doing it themselves so far and that REALLY surprises me. When I was a teenager, I used to do all my oil changes, tune ups ect...on my 65 mustang, or my 69 cougar but that is when the engines where so much simpler to move around and simply see without all that computer add ons in engines now.
Maybe its time to jump back in school...
Whether it be the car or the MOHO, don't let the "computer add ons" deter you. Granted it is more complicated, but with the right software the engine codes direct you the cause of the problem. I have found in many cases the electronically controlled engines are as easy to diagnose/repair as my 67 Mustang and they don't need service (plugs, point & condenser) ever 10K miles.
Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy
CAT C7
RE: Ultimate Tow
We like coupes with manual xmissions and have been towing Honda Accords since we started RVing. Unfortunately, the new Accords cannot be towed four down so a new one is no longer an option. DW likes the looks of the Infinity G coupe so that's where we will be heading.
Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy
RE: How old?
We are 34, hopefully we can RV until we are 40. And then maybe try sailing instead.
More places to visit in a bus and more people to meet.
You can travel the world in a sailboat, many more places/people to see and meet. However, it is easier and best experienced when you are young.
Lou (former sailor)
05 Travel Supreme Envoy
RE: Curious about maintenance...
Other than mounting tires on a rim, alignments and manufacturer's recalls, I've never had any vehicle (cars, trucks, boats or MOHOs) in a shop in my life. This includes new vehicles under warranty. The question does identify my biggest concern with the MOHO and that is a significant breakdown too far away from home to have it towed to my yard. If that ever happens I'll most likely be hanging around the shop the entire time it is in for service.
Regarding whether or not a potential buyer would be OK with home service, it obviously depends on the buyer, but it appears many buy with little to no records, esp. off of a dealers lot, so I wouldn't think it is a real big issue.
Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy
CAT C7
RE: How old?
I'm 58 (retired last year) and DW is 50 (will retire in <5 years) and we plan on going as long as our health holds up and we can drive it safely or as full_moser stated....."until I can't remember where I parked it!" :)
Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy
RE: Onan Genset failure. What are my options.
If you elect to get another repair quote, try a motor rewind shop. I think you will find they will do both a better job and will be less expensive. Good luck.
Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy
RE: Wary of complaint/recall
I recall seeing that complaint when I purchased my TS in 09 and since they listed the VIN, I would stay away from the one unit. However, based on my experiences I tend to believe there is more to that story (although anyone can make a bad RV) and as M GO BLUE identified, it is only ONE complaint.
In any case, I believe you will find a significant number of happy TS owners. I have the same model you are considering and provide it hasn't been abused I believe you will be pleased with the rig. I am a retired engineer, do all my own maintenance and have found nothing that I would consider substandard with either the design and/or construction. If you have any specific questions, feel free to PM me. Good luck.
Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy 38DS04
RE: Generator wont start
Typically the generator has it's own pickup tube, which is somewhere around the 1/4 tank level and it's own fuel pump on the generator skid. I'd start by replacing all the rubber hoses and then use a small handpump to see if you can pull fuel through the line. After that you need to look into the operation of the generator's fuel pump. Good luck.
Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy
RE: Oil change
A 1992 rig will not have the V10 engine. Most likely a 460 (Ford) or 454 (Chevy), in which case the 10W-30 is good. Personally, since you are only talking 5-6 quarts I'd stick with the synthetic (Mobil 1), but provided you do regular oil changes you will be fine with a conventional motor oil.
Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy
