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AH, Yes-Thanks for posting-never thought about it. Clock did not see a true sine wave - the wave is clipped at the top so clock was reading the square corners as a reference and calculated 120 cycles per min. Battery clocks have an internal crystal for a reference. Sound difference of the microwave due to slower fan speed and the power output of the Microwave will be reduced by 15 to 20 percent. Rich. Edit-2-28-2015. This link might help understand the real difference. http://www.xantrex.com/documents/tech-doctor/universal/tech1-universal.pdf

ahma, Welcome to the FMCA Forum! There have been owners reporting leaks around the front windshield caused by rusting and brake down of the support frame behind the glass. Rich.

Patzzzap, Welcome to the FMCA Forum! Think these links might be helpful - your coach information sounds like fits into the old bus category. The last link might get you started on locating parts. The others might find some very helpful information. http://www.fmca.com/index.php?option=com_fmcachaptersearch&view=search&Itemid=32 http://www.busnut.com/artwt1st.html https://www.busconversions.com/ http://www.coachconversioncentral.com/links.htm Rich.

I keep trying to send PM's to members with specific pictures or drawings and they appear to being attached, but when I post the information it they are scrubbed from the message - only the text portion goes through. What part of the process am I missing ??? Also, I appear to be at my maximum for attaching a upload, is this max. connected to my PM also and if so do I go back into my thread post and remove all the pictures? Rich.

Joe, I think that Frank is referring to installing a brake controller on a Fleetwood Expedition on a Freightliner chassis? Rich.

aldebruijn, Welcome to the FMCA forum! I just looked in the past PDF files on file for tow vehicles to see if your year was covered, but the oldest year on file is 1999. So like Jim mentioned you will need to refer to the owners manual or call Toyoda to see if they can offed some information. The older 4 wheel drive units with a manual transmission are often OK to tow 4 down. The automatic transmission models with a manual shifting transfer case, that disengages the transmission drive shaft at the transfer case might work, but you need to know if there is a lubrication or possible fluid pump issue when towing at highway speed and for extended periods of time. Rich.

Joe, We all try to keep our tires up to date and the one item that stops them from rolling are brake drums and shoes. To my way of thinking, if you only needed the extra capability once it is money well spent. Thinking it beats the cost of a hospital visit. Knowing one has done there best to be safe is always good for your piece of mind. Thing is, if its your time to become an angle-you will be in the right spot. Must be honest, stuck my neck out a few times more then many people and there is not once I would have changed the action I took. Mom lived to be 93 and if I had a little more sense, she might still be living. The other side of the coin is maybe all those Adrenalin highs I created helped her to live as long as she did. Rich.

Ron! think you were looking at unit made by Keystone RV. 2642 Hackberry Drive Goshen, IN 46526 574-535-2100 www.keystone-montana.com A phone call should get you some information-maybe who supplies the furniture and possibly some dimensions. You might also ask about seat belt kits. Rich.

Ron, Could you post the make and model of the fiver you found the duel recliner you liked by chance? Rich.

Johnmig, Welcome to the FMCA Forum! Logic circuits are used in most of these systems, so remove the primary power supply to the control system for a few minutes and see if it will rest, by reloading the control software; reboot and return to normal. Exterior noise from any source can contaminate the operating system. Some unknown RF source, noise from a oxidized connection, loose or contaminated ground(s) are on top of the list. Rich. Question: Did the problem occur after equipment was exposed to higher then nominal ambient temperature?

Agree, Just wanted to post the change, some of the members have hobbies or personal shop equipment that might be affected. There is also a chance that there are modified coaches and buses that have used them for some application. Rich.

We use kitty Litter sometimes, it absorbs moisture well; but some formulas will also get kind of gummy so you need to keep adding some and hope for the best. One may have to find a friendly farmer or call the tow truck for a little pull. Kind of remember Perry Ga. and Gillette WY. being a little slick! Rich.

jleamont, You posted a question regarding severe service duty drums at the end of you tire post: "Anyone have any experience with the Louvered severe duty brake drums?" I use slotted rotors on my 3/4ton truck set up to haul 12000+ loads and the brake fade is much less. So if heat build up is decreased using louvered drums that would be a plus. Look up the manufactures information on the size you need and see what there specifications and structural integrity information is. Rich.

This change in legislation will not affect Coach Owners, (unless there are some applications I’m unaware of) but if you need to replace one somewhere. Read the fallowing. Enacted by the U.S. Department of Energy, the 2015 Small Motor Legislation requires motor manufacturers to stop producing motors that do not meet the new efficiency standards by March 2015. This legislation affects small general-purpose motors between 1/4HP–3HP, with an open construction and NEMA design. There are a number of benefits, but there is a tradeoff – See last paragraph. Benefits of new Motors • The more efficient, cooler-running motor along with the Class H wire, Class F insulation material and Class F lead wires helps provide a longer-lasting motor. • Increased winding size provides a cooler running motor, improves efficiency, extends bearing life and reduces motor insulation degradation. • High-grade electrical steel reduces energy losses and improves efficiency. • Run capacitor provides winding with increased energy to help improve efficiency. • Tighter machining tolerance between the stator rotor reduces magnetic flux losses. • Lower-resistance rotors with a special slot design and higher-grade aluminum bars help improve performance and efficiency. • Some motors may be longer and include an additional capacitor (cap start/cap run) to increase efficiency. So it you have a tight area for the mounted motor it might prove helpful to get one of the older motors!!!! Rich.

Bennie, The kind of coolant and possible additives depends on the engine series and if it has sleeved cylinders. You mentioned that it is a Cummins, but is it a ISB ISC or ISL? You can purchase test strips from Cummings for the coolant. Rich.

Sounds like a plan. Did you find or get information on where and what filters need to be replaced and type of fluid used from Monaco? Rich.

dianejohnson63, Welcome to the FMCA forum! I'm just a little confused, but that is nothing new! You mentioned that the shower was not working on 12 volt in the title line, but then mentioned that all the 12 volt items where working. The shower should work if you connect to city / campground water and all the proper valves are opened and the water heater PC board is powered by the 12 volt supply. When you are connected to shore power, you should have a monitor panel located in the coach that will give you the status of the shore power and if the 12 volt charger is working, water, holding tanks and LP status. Rich.

James, There is a reservoir for the power steering pump, that is often located in the rear of the coach. Some models use the transmission. Contact Monoco with your chassis information to get power steering information. Link to a PDF Brochure for your model. http://media.rvusa.com/library/Holiday_Rambler2005scepter.pdf Contact information-www.holidayrambler.com (800) 245-4778 Built on a Road Master Chassis Rich.

Chief, You did not mention the year of the coach, some of your model come with a Polar pack option. there is no mention of additional insulation in the holding tank area or if there are heating options for the holding tanks. So you might get some additional by call the coach builder. Looks like the holding tanks are enclosed, if that is the case the 200 watt heaters might make a good option. Look into if they have temperature controls, do not want to much heat in the bays. Check on where the plumbing is run to get a good idea of where lines might be more prone to freezing. Rich.

Welcome to the FMCA forum to both of you! The DW and I purchased a used class C when we where in our late 20's and early 30's. We decided to save up for a house before we got married and found the one we still live in 6 weeks before the wedding. Kind of a meeting of 2 worlds, She is a city girl and I lived most of my life in the country. She helped me enjoy cultural events in the concrete canyons and I exposed her to the tree covered canyons and country culture. Enjoy life as time pass way to fast, but we both know that we and the kids have enjoyed the odd couple they know as mom and dad. Rich.

I just was posting on the forum and had this flash back, regarding the fact that because there are coaches that have the batteries for the coach and the chassis tucked into some interesting locations-road service personal see many more cars that need a boost / jump start at times then RV's. The key to not having a low battery issue in a coach turn into a nightmare is to ASK the dealer or your service center show you and explain how it should be done for your coach! Been at a convention or 2 where the owner(s) needed to call for a jump start and the service looked at what they perceived as a good spot to connect some jumper cables ONLY to blow out some very large fuses with out realizing what happened. Then with some luck they succeed in finding a good connection for the job of starting the coach. The owner is happy and travels on down the road to a destination, park and hook up for the night an then realize that many items no longer work. Leveling Jacks, Slides, Inverter and the list can become very long. So please do yourself a favor and find out just how to do the job and pass it on to the person trying to help. Rich.

Partsrod, The knob/ rotary style switches used in most Washer / dryers have a cam follower pin placed in the switch knob assembly. Because these units are made of plastic-the plastic drys out over time. This leads to cracks developing in the area of the pin is anchored. Should you be handy working on small items you might be able to use some plastic epoxy around the pin area. NOTE: that little pin likes to fall out when the knob is damaged and one is taking it apart, so one might place some tape or have a small magnet for retrieving little parts to remove the pin before it just disappears. I have lost one or two over the years and your left with no good way to replace it unless you have some small round steel metal stock. Take pictures and some good notes if it is something you have never ventured to repair!! Work with the unit unplugged-could make for a very bad day!!!!! I'm notorious for venturing into places not even repair shops go. Still have that little boy curiosity in me. Rich.

Interstate Battery information link. http://www.interstatedealers.com/pdf/201535.pdf Rich.

DD, did you get hydrometer readings of the batteries your where testing? Could offer a reason for the readings being different. Got to ponder you question a little longer!! Will see if there is any information on the battery cavity size and plate construction somewhere, to get a good comparison of any physical differences. Rich.

rwilli, Could you post the Make, Model and Year of your coach for the group. Rich.