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RE: Is there any difference in DRIVING a gas class A vs diesel?
Gas engines now have transmission braking also
Yes modern transmissions in gasoline chassis now have the ability to downshift to give raise engine RPM to produce braking HP.
But, don't confuse it with a transmission brake= transmission retarder which has massively more braking HP.
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wolfe10
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12/02/20 08:02am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Cummins LP generator
Please tell us what year and model you have.
Is the propane regulator internal to the generator or outside?
Supplied from the tank liquid or vapor port?
How many hours on it?
When did it last run correctly?
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wolfe10
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11/30/20 02:59pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Refridgerator is acting bizarre
Did the PC board get wet???
Water plus electronics= bizarre behavior.
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wolfe10
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11/29/20 12:03pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Border Restrictions Until Late December
However, US citizens can freely cross in both directions with no issues.
Based on the link, this sure seems contradictory to me.
Maybe a new definition to what is classified as "essential vs non-essential travel"???
And, assume this is referring to the U.S. Mexico border, not the U.S. Canada border (both were mentioned in the link).
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wolfe10
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11/25/20 05:00pm |
RVing in Mexico and South America
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RE: Burnt wires in power distribution panel
Odds are they are all loose or were before you tightened them. Loose connections = higher resistance = high temps = burnt wires.
I agree. MUCH more likely that a random power surge causing the excessive heat that destroyed the insulation on all of them.
Sorry, in my post one letter incorrect made my post on page one confusing/contradictory.
First sentence of my reply--I agreed with his conclusion (did then, still do!).
But, the "that" in the next sentence should have been "THAN", as "that" contradicts my agreeing with his statement. Thanks, fat fingers.
SO: Here is what my post should have said: "I agree. MUCH more likely THAN a random power surge causing the excessive heat that destroyed the insulation on all of them."
Again, sorry for the confusion.
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wolfe10
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11/25/20 01:45pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Burnt wires in power distribution panel
Yup, tightening all the screws in ATS and main 120 VAC distribution panel are part of a routine annual maintenance!
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wolfe10
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11/24/20 02:19pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Burnt wires in power distribution panel
Odds are they are all loose or were before you tightened them. Loose connections = higher resistance = high temps = burnt wires.
I agree. MUCH more likely that a random power surge causing the excessive heat that destroyed the insulation on all of them.
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wolfe10
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11/24/20 01:55pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Air bags on a Class A gasser
We REALLY need to wait for the OP to tell us what chassis and coach they have.
Any other facts you have on your coach would assist in getting good answers: age, miles, what else has been changed on the suspension, axle weights, etc.
Barring that, we could give 10 suggestions that don't apply to their coach for every one who guessed correctly. Could lead you in circles!
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wolfe10
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11/23/20 06:31pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Can you buy new what CA rents
Yes, the rental companies (PROPERLY) subscribe strongly to the KISS theory.
Most appropriate for the vast majority of renters who are first timers.
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wolfe10
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11/21/20 07:55am |
Class C Motorhomes
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RE: Class A motorhomes with a Ford V10 Chassis
In a word, NO. One of the more reliable gasoline engines ever used in an RV.
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wolfe10
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11/19/20 03:08pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Burner Tube Air Adjustments on new Dometic Appliances?
Interesting. Kind of eliminates resetting mixture for altitude.
Said another way the proper "air shutter" setting/air/fuel mixture at our house (elevation 27') is WAY OFF from where we spend many summers in Angel Fire NM at 8,700'.
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wolfe10
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11/18/20 09:22am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Two Medical Crises their Resolution and Costs
Doesn't anyone get it? In order to get reduced medical prices you have to pay for it one way or the other. If you live where the prices are reduced your taxes will be much different.
But, do we have to include the cost of all the drug ads on TV, all the health care provider ads on TV................?
Not sure any of those contribute anything to health care except COST.
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wolfe10
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11/16/20 11:52am |
RVing in Mexico and South America
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RE: 1994 Safari Serengeti DP
Clicky: https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/rvs/d/orangevale-1994-safari-serengeti-diesel/7226736317.html
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wolfe10
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11/16/20 11:38am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: How to test rv converter?
12.6 means you're charged. Is the solar doing that?
Yes, 12.6 is an OK reading for a fully charged battery AT REST.
But, it is not OK for a properly working charger.
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wolfe10
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11/14/20 12:54pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: How to test rv converter?
How do you check? You just did.
If there is 120 VAC to the converter and not blown fuse or open between converter and battery bank, it is not working.
Said another way 12.6 to 12.6 says it is not charging. Should jump pretty quickly to at least 13.2 if batteries starting at 12.6.
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wolfe10
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11/14/20 12:16pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: 2000 Safari Sahara Slide out inop
I hesitate to go on any forum and recommend another one. But, it is probably warranted in this case.
For more Safari-specific information you might try here:https://safarifriends.org/index.php
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wolfe10
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11/12/20 06:24am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Furnace Burner Keeps Cutting Off
This was posted in another RV forum by 'A1RVTraveler'
I am a mobile RV tech and I am going to suggest something you need to try.
The 2017-2019 Dometic Atwood furnace has been experiencing some problems with sail switches not staying closed during furnace operation. This has been especially problematic with furnaces mounted vertically.
A new sail switch was introduced that has cured the problem.
This is how I troubleshoot.
Removed the sail switch and bracket from the furnace. Leave all wires connected.
Have someone turn on the furnace.
Once the motor starts, close the sail switch with your hand and keep it closed.
If the furnace ignites and runs fine, the sail switch needs to be replaced with the new style switch.
You can not close the sail switch until the motor starts.
Let me know what happens.
Matt
PS:
The new sail switch comes with a modified bracket to allow the sail switch to travel an extra 1/32". Seems odd, but this cures the problem. The actual sail switch in not bad, just not staying closed during operation.
This only applies to 2017-2019 Dometic-Atwood furnaces with straight blade sail switches, not the angle bent sail switches.
See post #28
Not sure I go along with this one as first thing to check. Could the sail switch be faulty-- certainly.
But, remember what it does for a living-- it VERIFIES proper air flow for before allowing the furnace to ignite.
So, start by verifying that the air return to the furnace is not blocked, all ducts in good condition (not crushed) and all vents open. Also a good idea to check from the outside for dirt, mud dubbers nests, etc before firing it up for the first time of the season.
If all the above are good, connections to the PC board good and clean (or use DeOxit to clean the connections) THEN suspect the sail switch.
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wolfe10
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11/11/20 06:11am |
Tech Issues
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RE: House batteries didn't charge while driving
Even if house bank is discharged (not likely with new batteries and long drive), the alternator is more than adequate to have them fully charged at the end of the drive.
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wolfe10
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11/11/20 06:03am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Two Medical Crises their Resolution and Costs
Every time you see a TV drug commercial, a health plan/Medicare supplement commercial, an attorney ad for "bad drugs/bad medial care, JUST ADD THEM TO THE COST OF OUR HEALTH CARE.
Taking no sides/not political, but the TV networks aren't running all those spots for free! And drug companies and medical care facilities and personnel have to set aside money for mal-practice insurance and drug law suits. Part of cost of doing business NOB.
Back out those costs and medical care would by reduced substantially.
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wolfe10
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11/10/20 03:58pm |
RVing in Mexico and South America
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RE: 1994 Firan "Europremier" chassis wiring diagram? New owner
Nothing special about the driveline. Any tech familiar with basic wiring and fuel systems for mechanical Cummins C engines should be able to get you going.
The big issue is whether the diesel is still good. If not, MUCH cheaper to pay to have it drained and disposed of than to destroy the injection pump. A good diesel tech can "smell it" as a first indicator and then take a small sample from the primary fuel filter/water separator after running the engine for the first time.
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wolfe10
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11/09/20 03:14pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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