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You don't say if the vibration varies with speed. I had a terrible vibration in the right front when I first bought my mh. I had it at a FL dealer in Tyler, TX for over six weeks and they could never find the problem. When I picked it up, I stopped at the local Goodyear Wingfoot store and when they put the right front tire on their balancing machine it wobbled like a one legged man. Replaced the bent wheel and all has been well. Don't know if this will be of any help, just another thing to check.

Hi 99phatoms, You've heard the three things key to real estate is location, location, location. The three key things in a motorhome or any rv is floor plan, floor plan, floor plan. We have friends that full time in 34' motorhomes and some in 45's. It depends on each individuals needs. Some need kitchen worksurface, cooktop with no oven or cooktop with oven. Washer, dryer, bath and half or two baths. The list is endless. I suggest you look at floor plan that works and then the mfg that can provide it. Good luck in your quest and I don't believe you'll find many owners that they are so pleased with their intial purchase that they never thought of changing. Rent!

drj07, I tow a 2005 Wrangler automatic and a 2014 Wrangler automatic. Both manuals are very specific about the transmission being in Park and the transfer case in Neutral. If you're towing with the automatic tranny in neutral and the transfer case in gear, you're possibly doing damage.

I have the M&G Engineering proportional braking system that I've use on a Chevy Malibu and a Jeep Wrangler. I highly recommend some kind of braking system for those just in case moments that we hope will never happen. Remember - motorhome braking systems are designed to stop the motorhome and "aid" in stopping the in tow whether it be a trailer, vehicle, etc. Happy 2014!

X2. I/we have the Motorola Rarz Droid and would not be without them. We also use them as a WiFi hotspot while traveling and I really appreciate the mapping that shows the satellite view. I used it today to locate a propane dealer with easy access for the mh. Ticat, I don't want to really flip you out of your rocker but we each have an iPad, Macbook Pro and an iMac. It doesn't cost anymore to go first class...you just can't stay as long. Enjoy whatver floats your boat or you can safely afford. Happy 2014!

I too appreciate reading your posts...been there done that stuff! I just hope Santa visited last night and brought you a big bag of better luck.

I think Herman has given you some excellent advice, Tim. We have several friends that rv'ed for years, sold most all of their belongings and moved in to their rv fulltime only to find out six months later that regardless of the size rv its not big enough and regretted their change of lifestyle...and disposing of their worldly possessions. Others have adapted quite handily. My only other recommendation is to buy a motorhome with the floorplan you like and that works for you. For us, the most important feature is the bath and a half floor plan and we also appreciate having the washer and dryer option. Good luck in your search and your new adventure and please keep us posted.

I'm with Brett. Water is the magic ingredient and start with at least 5 gallons. We need to accept the fact also that the black and gray tanks are holding tanks, not septic tanks. You can certainly add chemicals but understand the chemical is only there to cover/mask odors. Google Geo Method and use lots of water. I've never used any chemicals and never had any odor problems but I do use a lot of water. https://sites.google.com/site/cbruni/

I had the running and arbitrarily shutting down problem with my Onan quiet diesel genset a few years ago. I resolved the issue when I located a loose negative (ground) cable at one of the house batteries. I cleaned and tightened the connection and haven't had a problem (with that) since. Patsy613, if your genset hasn't operated since last year, you may have several reasons/causes for it not operating now. Fuel, electric/electronic, connections, etc. Its very important to run 2 hours monthly if at all possible and it should be under 50% load-or at least that's what my manual recommends. Good luck!

First place to check is your owners manual for recreational towing and secondly check the Remco website for your year model. Safe travels.

Hi Jagmoor, I believe you're looking at almost 1400 miles round trip from San Antonio to Orange Beach. You may not have anytime to explore anything other than the windshield of your motorhome if you intend to make this round trip in 2 1/2 days. Maybe you mean 2 1/2 days to travel each way. I assume you will travel I-10 through Houston...just make sure you're in Houston between 10 AM and 3 PM unless it Friday. Fridays window is more like 10-12. I'm unaware of any Class A only resorts between SA and OB. Some parks may have age restrictions but I've never seen that strictly enforced. Safe travels and enjoy.

Just my 2 cents. Being in the body shop business for more years than I care to remember, I was never asked to provide any invoice for any part nor was I ever asked how many hours a job took or how much I paid my employees. If I had been asked I would not have provided the information. Ticats quote- "They want to see the RV center cost invoices so they know there not being ripped off as most RV repair shops always overcharge insurance companies and in the end we all pay for it in increased rates." It's obvious you don't understand the business, ticat. The insurance adjuster sets the price and then it's left to the shop to negotiate for additional costs if needed. I'm glad the op was able to get his problem resolved and always remember...every story has three sides, mine, yours and somewhere in the middle will be the real story. Have a great evening everyone.

I too answered the questionnaire.

Just a heads up FMCA members,. Unless your interested in renting your motorhome, this is sort of a waste of time. Thats my humble opinion of course.

Welcome to the trials and tribulations of four down towing. If there is any tension on the tow bar "arm (s)", the lever will not release or at least not easily. Do not force it. Usually it will only be one arm thats in a bind. I carry a hammer and a punch small enough to drive the pin out...trick is not getting the punch wedged! As a word of caution, make sure the toad is in park and/or the emergency brake is set. It's times like that that I wish for my tow dolly.

I replaced my Goodyear tires yesterday with Michelin thru the FMCA program. I hope I get as good service from the Michelins as I got from the Goodyears. The best money I have ever spent was on the Centramatic balance system. Oh my! The motorhome rides smoother than ever and before the Goodyear naysayers start I'll tell you I first drove away with the Michelin tires spin balanced. It drove terrible and I mean teeth rattling bad. Turned around and while talking with the store manager a truck driver chimed in "that I needed the Centramatic system". When I told him it's a motorhome, he grimaced and said "that's still what you need". The manager made me a deal I couldn't resist and I'm extremely pleased with Centramatic. Nuff said... Jim 08 Fleetwood Bounder DP

Hi from Aggieland, Rich. I know this is an older post but thought I would pass along this information. I had the same low pressure nuisance alarm on my 2008 Freightliner chassis. I called the Freightliner help desk at 1-800-385-4357 and they sent me a new daisy chain wiring harness at no charge that attaches to the dash gauges. I replaced the harness and I haven't had a problem since. Gig'em Aggies, Jim

I'm not sure which chassis you have but if its on a Freightliner you can call 24/7, 1-800-FTL-HELP with the last six numbers of your VIN and they can be a world of help.

Rafter Bar J (located in Hill City) is a 10 in our book if you want lots of space with lots of trees and a beautiful meadow. If you have a dog there is a great place to take the dog(s) for a romp in the woods. http://www.rafterj.com/

Call Fleetwood with your FIN or VIN number. They can e-mail you a plumbing diagram and while you're at it get an electric diagram also. Just for kicks, double check the outside shower knobs and remember they both turn the same direction to shut-off.

One or both the valves on the outside shower are open. That's where it's mixing.

This is a great product with fantastic customer service. http://www.progressiveindustries.net/ems_hw50c.htm

I was sure I read that being a FMCA member we would receive a discount on Sam's Club renewals. Either I was mistaken or FMCA forgot to tell Sams Club as when I went to renew my membership today they didn't have any information on a FMCA discount program. Maybe it was another Michelin type discount. Was I mistaken or has anyone else had a different experience?

We won't be making the FOC rally in June. Something about temps in the 90's with 30 amp service doesn't make for a very cool camping experience...if you know what I mean.

Rafter J Bar Ranch in Hill City, SD is convenient to Mt Rushmore and Custard State Park...which should/could be a national park. Lets see: 1880's train ride, Needles Hwy, Deadwood, Spearfish Canyon, Crazy Horse memorial. We had planned on 7 days in the area and stayed 10. You may want to check out Wall Drugs in Wall, SD too. One word of caution, make sure you time your trip in this area taking in to account the bike rally in Sturgis. There will be thousands of motorcyclist in for that.