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If you opt to do that, I'm with Herman. Normally I would not mix types or ages of batteries.
Why would you want four more batteries? Last summer I went from eight 6 volts to two 12 volt....all AGM deep cycle. We don't dry camp and are all electric, work great.
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On 2/9/2022 at 11:45 AM, wayne77590 said:....The motorhome is equipped with drinks for 6, dinner for 4, and sleeps 2.....
With the possible exception of a grand child, our philosophy exactly.😁
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When not using the MH for a while, I unplug the refer and leave the doors open. It's a Whirlpool and has been fine.
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On 2/23/2022 at 9:56 AM, manholt said:.....to my knowledge, Cummins don't make the 650 anymore! ...
The new ACs have an ISX with 605 HP.
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On 2/6/2022 at 10:35 AM, wildebill308 said:....Five, Here is a better way. Rather than using the whole hose, use the dipstick as a guide on how long the hose needs to be. Remember you want to take the sample from the center of the oil. You never want to run the hose in and have it hit the bottom of the pan. This can give you an contaminated/erroneous sample. second thing, the plastic tubing is a one use item. Never use the same tubing to do the engine and transmission you will get false readings. Don't use the tubing the next time you pull a engine sample as it may contaminate the results. You can get tubing at most hardware stores....
Good advice, I basically do what you suggest. On one of my earlier samples, the hose they sent wasn't long enough, so I called and they sent me a roll of 50'. When I first got it, I pulled the dip stick, measured it, then added 6" and now make my tubing that long. JG's instructions are good, they hit the things you noted like don't take the sample from the bottom and only use the hose once. I had a problem once with the tube not wanting to go smoothly through the opening. So now, a few days before I'm going to take the sample, I cut off the length tube I need, put very light weights on each end with clothes pins and hang it over a door. Since the tubing is rolled pretty tightly his straightens it out enough so the procedure is easier.
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You're probably smart to get them on line.... lots faster that way. I don't get any W2s either....I'm no longer encumbered with J....O....B. I say "W2/1099s" out of habit.
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I don't think there is a ''right or wrong" as long as the burner gets exercised. I had to go looking for the procedure noted above, too...page 11, of the AH manual. It's my understanding that when exhaust is hot, the burner has cycled off.
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18 hours ago, navigator1 said:No I have not, and I'm not sure how to do that yet but it's just that it has been two years since last change and I wanted to upgrade to TES 668.
I use JG Lubricant Services in Houston. The owner, Tom Johnson, is a retired Allison engineer. With your initial purchase, you order a pump and instructions as to how to take a sample. It's very simple, warm the trans fluid, attach a small container and a nine foot hose (both provided) to the pump, put the hose into the trans fluid and the pump draws the fluid into the container. Put the container in a shipment bag (provided) and mail to the lab. I've been doing this for two motor homes 11 years....you will get a very detailed explanation of your fluid, and a bottom line recommendation as to it's status. If you have questions, call the lab. Often as not, Tom will answer the phone. Based on JG Lab's recommendations, I have not changed the fluid in either MH....also, for a MH, there is no real value in changing to TES 668. They made it so it can be used in a wider selection of transmissions.
https://jglubricantservices.com/
877-971-7799
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On 2/3/2022 at 10:49 PM, wayne77590 said:That's what you get for having to much money...tax preparations by others. I just use plain old Turbo-Tax.🤡
My problem with taxes is waiting for the W2s/1099s. Some are always late, and what's worse, one particular company sends a change just about every year, which is lots of work.
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Lloyd DeGerald, one of the AH gurus, recommends turning on the burner at least monthly, walk to the back of the MH (that's where my AH exhaust is), when the exhaust is warm, go back to the panel and shut it down, exercise over.
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On 2/3/2022 at 8:39 PM, navigator1 said:Ordered 5 gals of the Castrol TranSynd 668 and got it delivered today, I also ordered the two filters which were delivered last week so hopefully next week I will be able to service the 3060 and that will be another check mark off my list.👍
Have you had the present trans fluid tested? If it tests good, a change is not required.
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On 2/1/2022 at 11:07 AM, wayne77590 said:....For really cold days the burner by itself will do the job. No need to run both continuously....
True, but why not run them together, and use some of the CG's electricity to help your burner that is using your diesel? When we get to a CG, we turn on the electric, it stays on all the time, and turn on the burner as needed.
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You sure went to lots of trouble...the AH manual says it burns .4 GPH, when actually running, not just when it was turned on. I turn mine on only if it will be used. Normally, that is showers, only if it's cold out ant the electric can't keep up, and to take off the morning chill for the same reason.
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Yesterday we went from Biloxi to N. Little Rock, fighting a very stiff head wind all the way. We usually average around 7 MPG....yesterday the Silver Leaf was showing a lot of numbers in the 5 area. The big diesel doesn't care....just gets a bit thirsty. Took on 106 gallons of fuel at a Loves for $420...haven't seen what kind of discount my ESF card will give us.
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Try Southern Tire Mart. Great service and prices.
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27 in Biloxi this morning!☹️ But it's crystal clear and forecast for 55 this afternoon.
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We don't have much information on which to base data we would provide. We've had six RVs....two pulled by gas pick ups, a fifth wheel pulled by a diesel dually, a Class C gasser, and two Class A diesel pushers. The only reason I would not get another DP, is when I get so old I would want to downsize. What is your RVing experience, what RVs have you had in the past, what size are you looking to get?
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We are on Splendide number three....two combos and one stackable. Our first was in the "nice to have'' category. After about a month that category changed to "we'll never have another RV without one."
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10 hours ago, wayne77590 said:Our bank allows a separate account. I created the account, populated it with money and use it exclusively for diesel fuel. I can write checks on it if I wish to, or, I can transfer any amount to or from that account. Most banks allow multiple accounts, just ask. I use the bank draft from the fuel account for TSD.
Same here, works fine.
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Those RV shows are getting expensive. We went to the Mobile show two years ago (last year's was cancelled), it was under $10 and they offered free Good Sam CG guides...$30 retail. This year it was $12 each, no discount and no CG guides. They did have lots of RVs of all types.
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If I was buying new tires, I'd sure check around on various forums prior to buying Michelins. There are many posts about problems with them on motor homes.
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It's 73 on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.😀
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Your best bet is to call the company. We've had three different Splendides in three different RVs, but I've never heard of a Bendix in an RV.
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As noted, lots of water is the key. Also, some of the newer coaches are coming with macerating toilets....they help as well.
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You're living on the edge, don't know if my black tank is big enough or there's enough toilet paper on board for that group!😀