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RE: Mileage/Gas Tank Info for Class B to Live In
I keep a diary - none of this fancy electronic stuff seems to measure properly. For 2011, 13886 miles averaged 16.9 mpg at an average cost of 4.35 per US gal. For 2012, 10753 miles averaged 14.9 mpg at an average cost of $3.28 per US gal. The 2011 year reflected our trip to Newfoundland and the high price of Canadian fuel. 2012 reflected stiff head winds going east in early June and again going west in September, the latter being expected with the prevailing weather from the southwest. The Canadian and US Dollar were at parity for my purposes.
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senf
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05/11/13 10:48pm |
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RE: What tires do you suggest?
We had Michelins on our 1996 Dodge RT Versatile - they developed sidewall cracks within the year and the steering was squishy. There are several suitable tires for our needs - Michelin is not on my list!!!
We just (3 days ago) put on 4 x Goodyear Wrangler SR-A, replacing Bridgestone V-Steel 265 (no longer produced) which were satisfactory. We shall see how the Wranglers perform this summer trip (13,000 miles).
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senf
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05/11/13 10:15pm |
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RE: Re-use the "pink stuff"
Blow out the lines, open the fresh water tank drain valve, use pink antifreeze in the "P" traps, the toilet, grey tank and the black tank. Drive around for the fresh water tank to empty completely. Any non-treated water left will expand harmlessly on freezing.
All of the above anitfreeze is contaminated and should not be re-used.
Re-sanitize your lines and fresh water tank with a mild solution of bleach before next use. Filter the water you use to fill your tank or through the shore connection.
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senf
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05/11/13 09:56pm |
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RE: What Did You Do To Your Class B Today ?
Only another $89.55 for the alignment - it seemed almost free today after the tires and TPMS. However, that was earlier this afternoon. Following the alignment, I had to renew the licence and insurance - that hurt feeling came back at $929.00.
Having spent all that money, we have to make sure we get the benefit and are expecting to leave May 28, heading east on our "summer visit to see the grandchildren" trip. Back in the fall.
Boondocking and coasting down hill both there and back!!!
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senf
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05/11/13 12:07am |
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RE: What does your RV forum name mean?
My forum name comes from my initials, however senf is German for mustard - hot stuff!!! This was pointed out to me by tourists from Germany visiting Canada back in the late 1970's when I used my initials on a personal licence plate on a station wagon - remember those?
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senf
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05/08/13 10:44pm |
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RE: What Did You Do To Your Class B Today ?
It was an expensive day - four new Goodyear Wrangler SR-A LT245/75R16 tires and four new Schrader TPM Sensors, Balanced, Eco fee, Labour totalled $1226.26 - what did I do? Handed over my Visa card! Thursday I am booked for an alignment. On the ride home I had the window open - tires are really quiet!
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senf
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05/08/13 10:34pm |
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RE: Compliance label for 2002 Rialta
This dealer has imported Rialtas and refurbished them.
http://www.winchelseamotors.com
Perhaps they can help.
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senf
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05/07/13 11:52pm |
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RE: Chevrolet Roadtrek Refueling
Thanks for all the responses. I followed up one, which led me to the California Vapour Reduction device (corrugated vinyl mask) on the pump nozzle. The cure, which is an elongation of the nozzle by adding an old type oil spout, might work in this case. All that remains is to find an old type oil spout.
I will watch for the level this summer and note the stations that I have trouble and report back in the fall.
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senf
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04/28/13 11:29pm |
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RE: Outside shower faucet leaks
MikeBride - before you replace the whole faucet, check the individual taps for worn washers. The tops of the taps pop off, the clear plastic handle comes off when you unscrew the Philips head bolt and you can then get at the spindle which holds the washer by undoing the keeper nut. I am going from my own experience on a 2008 Chev 190V.
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senf
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04/26/13 11:24pm |
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Chevrolet Roadtrek Refueling
On our summer trips, which take us from the west side of the continent to the east side and back again, visiting many states and provinces, we invariably come across a service station which has gas pumps that are different. These pumps do not allow me to fill the RT at a reasonable rate, let alone full flow. Anything faster than a dead slow trickle trips the backflow mechanism and you have to re-start squeezing the trigger very carefully.
Has anyone else experienced this problem? Has anyone found a solution?
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senf
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04/26/13 10:33pm |
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RE: 3 way refrigerator replacement
We use a bulls-eye level. We levelled the RV with the bulls-eye in the fridge, then found a place on the counter where the bulls-eye was also level. I look at the level and if it is out of the centre ring by more than half the bubble, I know where to put the block(s) and how high to drive up the ramp.
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senf
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04/14/13 11:57pm |
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RE: been doing a little research -
Can't say I ever saw one like that - Is it a Dodge?
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senf
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04/13/13 11:16pm |
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RE: been doing a little research -
Don't know what year your proposed Versatile is, but we had our 1996 Dodge RT Versatile battery area modified to take two 6 volt batteries, which made life in the wilds a bit easier. Just a bit of carpentry under the driver side bench at the rear.
If I had to do it again, I would double the batteries and put in a 3000 watt inverter. There would still be space left where the generator would normally be.
x2 CA Poppy's remark about roaming about the coach while in motion. Keep your bum on your seat while moving, otherwise Stop!
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senf
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04/13/13 11:03pm |
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RE: What Did You Do To Your Class B Today ?
BudJ - 'Cos after a month on the road, it gets dirty! We are on the road for four months at least, every year.
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senf
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04/08/13 08:38pm |
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RE: What Did You Do To Your Class B Today ?
BudJ - I did not remove my fan blade to install the reverse switch.
I am looking for a solution to undoing the grub screw in order to remove the blade to clean it.
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senf
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04/08/13 02:59pm |
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RE: What Did You Do To Your Class B Today ?
Today I completed the installation of a reverse air flow switch on the Fantastic Fan. This was started two or three days ago, but was bumped down the priority list.
One problem which I have not resolved, is how to undo the grub screw which holds the fan blade to the shaft, from the inside of the RV. My 3/32" Allen Key is barely long enough to reach, let alone turn. Aside from that, one cannot see what one is doing, it has to be done by feeling. It would be nice to have the ability to remove and clean the fan blade while travelling without having to climb on the roof. Has anyone solved this problem?
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senf
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04/07/13 09:51pm |
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RE: HELP!! Keep Getting The 1870 Code??
Try the following for info:
http://www.my3cents.com/showReview.cgi?id=12520
It speaks to your 1st-2nd gear harsh shift as well as the 1870 code.
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senf
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04/04/13 09:25pm |
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RE: Soon to be a Roadtrek 190P owner (hopefully!)
We are with PSW. Although we had a Versatile. DW still says that the storage was better than our present rig. 1996, new and green must have been a good combination. BTW we had a Continental tire and a rack on which we hung the deck chairs on the back door. Leaks were due to non - maintenance of the rubber seal.
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senf
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04/04/13 06:43pm |
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RE: Do I need leveling blocks?
We are with Gene in NE.
We have used our blocks many times. Mostly to level the RT, but once in Newfoundland (out in the middle of nowhere) to reconnect the grey water line and several times to lift up one side to replace the sewage hose on our 1996 Dodge RT 190V, while travelling. We have used them under the wheels when parked on soggy surfaces and in Walmart parking lots for leveling.
To us, blocks are as essential as a First Aid Kit. When you need them, nothing else will do.
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senf
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04/04/13 06:26pm |
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RE: Thinking about buying a B
The reason for leveling, besides personal comfort, is that an absorption style fridge needs to be level to work properly. Compressor type fridges are not level dependent. Not many Class B units come with compressor type fridges, usually an after market modification.
To level, I carry 6 blocks made out of 8 x 2. I have only used 4 of the six while camping. The blocks are in sets of three, with one end tapered so that there is a continuous smooth ramp up to the top block. Each block is pinned to the one below by dropping a 1/4 inch bolt through lined up holes. So for a set of three there are just two bolts. About 90% of leveling entails one or two blocks under the front wheel or wheels. We use a bulls eye level.
The bulls eye level is first used inside the fridge (leveling the van to do this). When the fridge is level, then find a spot on the counter or ledge where you can easily read the level and mark the spot. Thereafter, place the level on the marked spot and go from there. After much practice, I can judge where and how many blocks to use. Sometimes, I put one block crosswise, another block as the ramp and run up only part way. The 4 blocks I use travel with the bolts through the holes, so they stay put - most of the time.
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senf
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04/02/13 10:45pm |
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