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RE: Fridge would not start on gas
The battery has to have enough voltage in it to start the propane. The posibility of mud daupers plugging the flue needs to be checked. The wiring also may have to be tightened, including the ground.
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10/06/08 05:15am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Black Tank Flush Winterizing?
Just put it down the toilet, after you rinse the back water tank. The line going in lets the water in the line drip back out, after you take the hose off.
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10/05/08 11:38am |
Travel Trailers
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RE: AC running issues
It would be constanly running if it can't get to 75 degrees. But if it gets to 75 it should shut off. The noise from the compressor is lower than the fan. Listen to see if the compressor cycles on and off. If it does then it's just the fan that continues to run. If the compressor never cycles, it would freeze the coils. It cycles to allow them to thaw. There are sensors to make it cycle, they could be loose, as road vibrations can cause them to disconnect. Turn the unit off and remove the filter cover and wiggle the connections to make sure they have contact. Then try it again. Good luck!
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10/05/08 08:07am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Interesting development - Shortage of used Class "A"s??
The fact is that the widebody slide units of the 1990's have not been improved upon. That makes them in demand, as the new ones of the same size are only more expensive, not any bigger. These widebody slides are becomming the classics of the RV's and many are buying them. Everyday in the USA over 50,000 turn retirement age. The statistic show that as they retire they want to travel, and many still have a desire to keep their houses, so they buy a good used class A. What is $50,000 for a good used class A when you can have that or a high end SUV or high end sedan. They have depreciated to the point of value being in their condition, and some will hold the value for many more years, if kept up to road worthyness condition. Many have low mileage where plenty of life is left, even in the gasoline powered units. Retiress have time to redo the interior, putting in Plasmas or LCD wide screens, fireplaces, and new furnishings. The big wide body class A's are unique to the Americas and the way to see it. So believe it, they are in demand and within the reach of just about any retiree.
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10/05/08 06:07am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: How long should Walk thru at dealership take for inspecting?
You want to know that all systems are working inside and out. Unless your contact states AS IS you have a waranty. So why worry, if something shows up after, just take it back and they will fix it. You can't back out of the deal now, as the time to ask questions was before buying. If it is brand new why worry? Remember the wisdom of age is to not worry, as you can only do something about some things and the rest is out of your hands. Have faith, it will all work out, as you sound like you are on the ball.
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10/04/08 05:22pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Tag Axle and tire pressure math
Or just stop filling the tanks, as fuel and water are the heaviest.
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10/04/08 05:12pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Five years ago - where?
It's very flat, and perhaps those are East Polatka Hollies, so I guess north Florida.
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10/04/08 02:00pm |
Campgrounds, Resorts and Attractions
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RE: Cruise control
If your brake pedal does not shut the brake lights off when up, it also keeps the cruise off. Have someone watch the rear brake lights as the pedal is pushed down they should be on and when foot is off pedal they should go off. Then just have the person in the drivers seat wiggle the brake pedal to see if brake lights come on from the vibration, as they should not. That indicates an adjustment to the brake light switch if not working properly. The other place to check is the master brake cylinder, some Fords have switches that work with the brake fluid, not the brake pedal for the cruise. Good luck!
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10/04/08 01:54pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Does a Market Exist for Personal Drivers?
Driving Ms.Daisey, yes some would rather have their rig driven to their site, and then they fly in. You can also drive for Penski, Uhaul, Hertz,and others. Put your resume together and send it to them all. You will need to be an independent contractor, so set up a company and get liability insurance. Good luck!
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10/04/08 08:09am |
Beginning RVing
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RE: Closing house & turning off heat??
No because you will get frost on the inside that will turn to mold. The heat at 55 keeps it frost free and no mold grows. Better a few bucks on heat than a lot on removing mold. Love Canadaigua, I was part of the design team that created the Canandaigua by pass back in the 1970's.
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10/04/08 07:58am |
Snowbirds
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RE: Class A Pending Purchase
With todays prices, I would get a new one if I were just retiring. The deals are around 35% off MSRP and even more on one that's a new two year old. That way you have waranty and don't have someone elses, posibly not maintained or clean unit. Nothing like a brand new to start of a new life after retirement.
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10/03/08 04:58pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Reliving some stress
The US dollar has gone up not down and the bill just signed by W has tax reductions. Things are better in this counrty than others. The only thing we need now is a new president that will put jobs as top priority.
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10/03/08 03:37pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: How do they know...
Break-in oil changes are usualy qiuck, as the theory is the engine may have small metal particles in it from manufacturing. After that there is the heavy use high speed schedual, and the normal use schedual. Personaly, I go with the 3000 mile changes, as I think the longer you go the faster the engine will wear out. Some one years ago, said as soon as it looks dirty, change it. Of course back then they did not have the engines of today. Some say the high reving small engines need more frequent changes, however the oil is much better than it was back then.
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10/03/08 02:23pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: For a company that claimed solvency
Purchase was probably subject to all liens, so the total cost would be more. That because the lien holders have first position on titles and perhaps the real property.
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10/03/08 11:43am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: West KY to upstate NY gas avilability
The Northeast has plenty of fuel at the pumps. New Jersey has refineries working at full throttle. Regular gasoline in NJ is $2.989
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10/02/08 11:09am |
Roads and Routes
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RE: P-30 disc brake help
There are two pins holding the pads on to the caliper. Once they are off if it won't come off you have to tap the caliper off with a small hammer. The pistons have not retreated and they are not going to until the brake fluid is released assuming they are not your problem. Look at the area around the pistons, as if it is all rusted and the piston cylinder that is showing is not smooth and shinny,that's why the brakes hang up. That not being the problem, then at some point you have to take the rubber lines off which requires the fluid to be removed. You will have a real mess if you don't have a way of stopping the brake fluid from coming out more than just a little. You can cap the line by using a screw on cap nut. That would be easy to get if you have the new lines already. While you are at it the rest of the brakes need to be checked, like the rotors and calipers. The one other thing usualy done at the same time is repacking the wheel bearings after you check them for flat spots. Good luck!
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10/02/08 10:18am |
Tech Issues
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RE: black lines appearing on rv ceiling
Toxic mold? Better have it checked as it will get you sick. If you have ducted A/C take off a vent and with a mirror and flash light look in to the area between the cieling and roof. If you can't see in good take a picture of it with a disposable camer that should fit in.
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10/01/08 02:40pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Door Hits Frame
Yes.
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10/01/08 04:50am |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Interesting long-term tire storage tips from GoodYear
They are telling you to do this to prevent the belts from being under unequal presure, which causes them to move out of position, they were intended to be. They pull the rubber, and can rip it causing the tire to have loose belts and rubber. The instructions are to prevent law suites, and accidents.
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10/01/08 04:48am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Dicor Rubber Roof Treatment System - Questions
The dicor paint is all that's needed if you clean the roof with liquid soap and Clorox if mold is present. Use a stiff bristle brush on a long handle. Make sure you rinse three times. If you remove all the max vent covers and remove all dried loose caulk and recaulk all open cracks in the caulk first the job will come out best. The coverage is one gallon per coat for a 36 Ft Class A with two A/c units. The cost is about $67 per gallon. You need a 9 inch rollerplus pan, and a three inch brush. Make sure the roof is dry after washing, and that it is not going to rain. The paint should be mixed with a drill attached mixer as it is thick and hard to do by hand. Get a pair of old sneekers with white bottoms that you can throw away when done. Start at the front painting with the brush over the retainer that attaches the rubber roof to the front cap, paint right over the caulk as it will seal it. Then paint along the sides over the caulk that the side retainer has next to the rubber roof. Paint around all vents and A/C up front. Paint only the front 1/4 with brush as stated above then use the roller and paint the area in the middle. Work your way to the back just as the front was done until you reach the ladder. After about two hours in 60F plus weather it should be dry to touch. Then you can do second coat same way. The primer is not needed if you clean it good before you start. Good Luck, it should take about 8 hours for one person to do. You should wear disposable rubber gloves and old clothes as paint will not come off clothing or shoes or hands. I found it is easier to do it for onr person, as there is not much room up there for two and you don't need to rush it. Put the paint on a paper bag so it won't stick to the roof if you drip some. I did my 36 ft in July this year and it came out great. Don't do it where leaves are falling, from overhead trees, as the leaves will stick to the paint job. Good luck!
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09/30/08 06:42pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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