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Actually, insufficient CASTER will cause a vehicle to track "less well". Setting caster to the higher end of spec will help with straight line tracking and also wheel return to center after a turn.

No need to do it all at one time. Replace the shocks and reevaluate.

Sooooo, does that mean she thinks you are "a half a bubble out of plumb"?

A generalization, but with most fuse boxes, the largest wire will be from/toward the battery, with smaller wires "downstream" of the fuses supplying individual circuits.

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To Wayne's list, I would add: Be sure to use non-scented bleach. After bleach has been in the tank for an hour, turn on pump and open each faucet (both hot and cold) and run until you smell bleach. It will take awhile on the hot side because of the water heater. This will insure that all lines are disinfected as well. Sometimes takes a couple of rinses to remove chlorine smell.

I agree with desertdeals69, a residential refrigerator is not hooked up to your 12 VDC system. Check things like propane detector, CO detector, etc. They often are hooked to the battery side of the disconnect switch. Also, verify that your inverter is turned OFF (i.e. is not in standby mode).

You need to open it up and dry it out completely. Sealing it with moisture inside is a sure fire way to end up with both mold and dry rot. If any of the roof structure has already started to dry rot, cut out the bad parts and replace/sister the structural elements and replace any compromised decking. I don't know how anyone can give an accurate estimate until you know the extent of the water intrusion and possible damage. And, suggest you modify your signature to reflect what coach you have-- others may have run into the same issue.

Great to see a family playing together. Becoming less common these days. And, heck, most kids you see in vehicles are on their phones/games so they never see the country anyway. These will be memories both you and the kids will cherish.

Yup: Drink 6, eat 4m, sleep 2. Good rules for a motorhome (Yes, if outside, numbers increase to the size of the bar and skill of the cooks).

nmeremianin. Wow, looks like you and your family are really enjoying the RV'ing experience.

Yup, you did nothing wrong. Fix easy and inexpensive.

Yes, welcome to the FMCA Forum. Safari had a number of different chassis in 2001, both gasoline and diesel. And also different suspensions in their diesel coaches. So, the more information you give us the better we can help.

Thanks for the update.

InTheDogHouse, Welcome to the FMCA Forum. Glad you are where many of us have been for a LONG time--InTheDogHouse . Have you confirmed with Michelin that indeed they have ceased production, vs just "out of stock". Give them a call: Michelin 866-866-6605

For those not familiar with Gaffney SC, it is where the Freightliner RV chassis (and a few other things) are built. It is also a/the premier service center for Freightliner chassis RV's. Their website: https://www.freightlinerchassis.com/ For information on your Freightliner XC chassis (build sheet for your chassis): https://www.fcccrv.com/coaches/?chassis_type=XC For service there on your RV: https://www.fcccrv.com/parts-and-service/factory-service-center/

MPG under sail= infinite.

Well, "one of us is". The Captain (me) IS. The Admiral (Dianne) is NOT. Even U.S. Customs understands the "ranking" on our boat-- another story!

Got to love a tail wind! Sadly, in a sailboat, that (almost) NEVER happens. Said another way, if the wind is not on your nose, you are going the wrong way!

Agree with others, if you do not have records of "what was done when", EVERYTHING needs to be serviced. That includes coolant change, hydraulic filters and perhaps fluid change, etc. Again go through your Freightliner maintenance manual and play catch up.

Your Freightliner chassis manual should outline other work needed. And, at 82k mi, you should already have done the initial valve adjustment. Suggest a Caterpillar dealer for that.

Byron, I agree. Hence my statement above: " But, if not a clear bowl where you could see contamination, a good idea to occasionally drain a small amount just to verify-- even if you have a "water in fuel" sensor in the filter. " And about that many years of diesel experience, and many of those in the marine industry where contaminated fuel was a much bigger issue. Marine environments, pretty much by definition are "high humidity" and many boats sit/store fuel for years at a time. Lead to a "cottage industry" of FUEL POLISHING.

Byron, As long as you COULD SEE water of dirt (i.e. the clear bowl style) he is fine as long as he checks it visually periodically. Best time is the next time you stop after filling the diesel tank. But, if not a clear bowl where you could see contamination, a good idea to occasionally drain a small amount just to verify-- even if you have a "water in fuel" sensor in the filter.

Excellent. Thanks for letting us know the (easy) solution.

Joe, I believe you mean if there is insufficient CASTER the wheel will not return to center with as much authority. Incorrect camber would cause wear on the inside or outside of the tire.