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Felix, Have you looked for a bad fuse? Where is the condenser unit located, is it in the rear area next to the engine and CAC turbo air cooler, or under the coach between the front tires area?
A bad fuse is far easier to replace then the blower motor. I would look real close around the passenger front kick panel for some screws hiding in the carpet nap. Some times it is much easier to find them with a magnet, held close to the bottom area where the panel and carpet meet.
Got to be-leave that they would not make the coach that needs to have the entire dash removed to replace the blower motor.
Rich.
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Andy, Take a look at this link. Especially the animated ignition system. There is a 5.0 Ohm and a .5 Ohm ballast resister . You mentioned that the engine starts right up and quiets while running. #1-- I suspect one of the resisters is bad or loose connection. #2----The other possibility is the Ground connection for the ECM. There could be other items in the ignition wiring. How long has it been sense the last engine tuneup ?
http://dave78chieftain.com/Dodge_Electron02.html The link also has some other good information.
Rich.
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6 hours ago, Bobbyriggle said:I have a 1985 suncrest motorhome p30 Chevrolet chassis with a 4500 Kohler generator. What is the starting procedure on nose in the electrical diagram anybody know?
I can't figure out how to hook up auxiliary batteries in order to start generator.
Anybody have a diagram?
thank you
Bobby, Try this link. It might prove helpful
.https://www.atlantismarine.co.uk/Images/User//File/tp5014.pdf
Looks like a clean link after checking it out with my network software.
Rich.
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12 hours ago, tks3rd said:Found in 2008 and many similar coaches. Mine is an 08 Tradition 42V.
Has anyone found devices to replace all or part of this system? (includes tire pressure monitor, AM/FM radio, Camera monitor, etc)
Rev group, dealers, etc have been 0 help. (I have a new one in box if you want it.)
You mentioned no help from Rev Group. Last time I contacted them, they had a lot of people on fer-low with a very limited staff at the office. because of the pandemic.
could be the reason for limited information.
Carl mentioned Silver leaf as a possibility, but not sure what there situation is at the time . The system is often interchangeable as Carl mentioned.
Rich.
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bethboden, Welcome to the FMCA Forum ! Nice looking Coach in and out!
The only thing I found was power panel located above the drivers set. No Clue if it is AC power and 12 volt DC., But it might be worth a look.
Downloaded the owners manual and it has no information covering the 12 volt power panels or fuse boxes. Think it would be worth a call to the seller and ask where the fuse panels are located.
Rich.
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Srous
, Do the interior lights, roof vent fan and other 12 volt items work?
Rich.
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2 hours ago, fashafer1 said:Looking for source for Trim Insert. I have a 2000 Four Winds Class C motorhome.
If you can attach a picture or 2 to a response. That would help pin down what you are looking for.
Rich.
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Jon, Thanks for the heads up ! From your information and where the wire is run I see no problem(s) . Thinking from your information, that you cut the wire, repaired the problem after running it through the intended wire way.
You have some good skill sets. Most of us would have been frustrated and not taken the time to find or even see where the issue was hiding.
Good job and safe travels.
Rich.
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29 minutes ago, Bobbyriggle said:Hey thank you guys so much for all the information and the manual I figured it out couldn't have done it without you thanks
Bobby, Thanks for the feedback!
Glad you got the fuel lines figured out.
Rich.
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Thanks Herman, but this is my concern. The odds are that your stick and brick wiring will not be exposed to the elements like a coaches is.
This product is rated different then what one buys at a home supply outlet.
https://www.energyefficientsolutions.com/Fire_Rated.asp
Rich.
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15 minutes ago, hermanmullins said:Jon,
Home Depot or Lowe's, ask for a can of Foam Insulation. It will be yellow but it will work for a small repair.
Herman
Herman, Do you know the flame ability factor of the insulation?
Could it be ignited by an electrical issue?
Rich.
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Do you know if it is flame resistant?
Could you also post the Make, Model and Year of your coach?
great stuff! Intended for use in residential application to maintain the continuity of an approved fire block material. Not to be used in firestop applications.
Rich.
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13 hours ago, Bobbyriggle said:I have a 1985 suncrest motorhome has a 454 Chevy engine when I bought it the fuel lines were disconnect from the selector switch I noticed the fuel lines are color-coded blue red green but I don't know where they go on the selector switch any help please
This link will get you a maintenance manual that will cover about everything , but the multiple fuel tank plumbing. Section 7, Starting at page 133.
https://www.gmcmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/P30-Chassis-Manual.pdf
The manual offers some different sized fuel tank information. The coach builder may have requested a different tank setup or installed a modified setup to get the weight distribution that offered some headroom for the coach floor plan.
Fuel pressure regulator reduces the pressure from 13 lbs to 4/5 lbs.
I do have a manual that covers the electrical systems in the P 30 from around 1981 to 1991 ,like the same years covered in the chassis manual link above. The thing is it has around 1200 pages and if you do not have a good internet connection it will take a long time to download.
1984 GM Light Truck Service Manual (includes P30) and wiring diagrams. Includes typical dual tank selctor valve information.
you Might try this link for some information. https://www.classicwinnebagos.com/forum/index.php?topic=12663.0
Rich.
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6 hours ago, manholt said:Rich, I'll get it, they are really big!
Found everything but...2 Bilstein gas-pressurized in front & 6 in rear, no info on air bags! GVWR=54,000, GCWR=69,000.
Herman, my bags are way bigger than anything I have had before, would not even attempt to remove one!
That is interesting!
Is there a name label on the on the air leveling control panel ?
Rich.
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TTbikes, This is a link to your chassis general specifications information. The chassis was built by Freightliner.
https://cdn.fccchq.com/specsheets/5b7abd023abc44584cf0db3c/2006-Airstream-Land-Yacht-390.pdf
A good starting point would be to contact Freightliner Custom Chassis. Give them the last seven charters of you Chassis VIN number and ask them to send you the Chassis Air Plumbing PDF files. Phone Number for Gaffney , Factory service is 1-855-253-0421
You might not understand the information, but if you attach the information to your / this thread the members can offer some info on how and what might be the issue. At this point we are all kind of in the dark.
Rich.
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Dthietji, Because things work when the Mechanic forces things to run. It could be a common fuse that powers the compressor clutch and the blower motor- plus the evaporator cooling fan, Should the coach have a hydraulic cooling system to cool the evaporator. That leaves the fuse or a loose connection somewhere.
Good luck
Rich.
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2 hours ago, manholt said:As usual, job well done! Mine are good, but I'm going to have shocks look at...too much lean on tight corners. My AC was on the Spartan K-2, nothing moved in coach while traveling. This is the K-3 chassis and everything moves!
Carl, Do you know who's air ride system was installed in your chassis?
Rich.
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2 hours ago, fagnaml said:I know this is an old thread and don't know if Keigm ever installed an after market tuning chip but thought I would just add to this thread. While COVID-19 cabin fever grows, I had a delirious moment wondering if I should try a Magnum EVO tuning chip for the 360 HP Cummins ISB 6.7 L in my 2016 Newmar Ventana LE -->https://www.magnumtuning.com/en/detail/evo-tech-heavy-duty-performance-chip .
Since I can't take the MH any where enjoyable until the economy re-opens, my eldest son and I could install this "DIY" tuning chip one weekend soon. My Ventana LE has the six speed Allison 3000 MH transmission so no concern about an advertised 15% increase in HP and torque. One question I haven't seen posted / answered is would a tuning chip cause the engine cooling system to become overloaded? The Ventana LE has a rear radiator / charge air cooler.
The forum's thoughts please about this Magnum brand tuning chip and thoughts about engine cooling system capability with a 15% (+/-) increase in HP and torque. Thanks!
A little number crunching and the percentage increase might offer some usable information. If one knows the total cooling capacity of the system.( ?)
For example, here's how to convert 5 mechanical horsepower to btu per hour using the formula.
5 hp(I) = (5 × 2,544.434187) = 12,722.170934 Btu/hRich. -
However it is not a bad issue to review from time to time.
Rich.
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1 hour ago, wilkiesr said:need directions for setting defaults on Lippert Schwintek dining room slide out
Think this question was asked and some information was offered on this Thread.
ask questions if there is something you do not understand.
Rich.
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Wilkie, Fleetwood Service in Decatur IN. is for the most part is shutdown. Some people are working from home , most are fer-lowed.
Hope the information offered helps.
The one tenancy we have is to overload or exceed the weight limit of the slide systems.
Rich.
Additional slide information.
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Wilkie, If you could offer the information requested by Brett, it would narrow down things a little more.
Not knowing what your issue is for sure , lets start hear.
In the meantime check out this link to see if it might be of help. Could be a timing issue. The motors need to be in sync . If it is not moving both rails equally the slide will bind.
https://www.granddesignrv.com/sites/default/files/Schwintek-In-Wall-Troubleshooting-Guide.pdf.
Rich.
Will see what other information I can gather ! Re-timing sequence for the slide.
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Donald, Thanks for update! Glad it was just as simple as adding a ground wire.
Rich.
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2 hours ago, jchaney12 said:I am towing (for the first time towing anything) a Ford Fusion Hybrid on all 4 behind my RV. I'm using a Roadmaster tow bar and Roadmaster tow base plate on my car. Also using Invisibrake for my braking system. After towing 1400 miles, I feel like my front left bearings are making noise and have a little front end snapping noise when turning ... noises I never had before towing this car. Can towing cause these kinds of problems? Could I have done something wrong? Any suggestions or have you had similar experience?
Welcome to the FMCA Forum !
Hybrid / Electric drive vehicles do not like to be towed in most cases 4 wheels down. Many need to be towed using a dolly or trailer.
Have you looked up the tow ability of you model year?
I'm thinking like Ross. CV joints or electric power steering issue?
Rich.
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The low pressure side should be no higher then 30 to 35 lbs. on the low side of the gauge set. To high and one gets into high pressure issues that can get real expensive quickly.
Rich.