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    Diesel electric locomotives are completely different than electric or hybrid vehicles. The "electric" part of the locomotive serves as the transmission. 100% of the power comes from the diesel engine. The reason is that electric motors give full torque at zero RPM. Good for starting long, heavy trains. Beats "slipping the clutch"!
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    Good idea. Will do. As you probably know, this is a rare occurrence-- to have multiple threads on the same topic running concurrently and a desire to focus a discussion in one place. But, agree, a link to a move is a good idea.
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    Bill, Just enter "Verizon" in the search box at the top right of the page. No, I have not deleted any threads. But, still makes more sense to discuss the same topic in one place, not multiple places.
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    New Tire Shelf Life

    wolfe10 replied to npetersjr's topic in Tires

    While I absolutely agree with adding a cushion to the "minimum PSI for a given load", I do take exception to the statement: "No tire mfgr. I'm aware of recommends running less than the federal tire placard in/on the vehicle." You might provide a link to such a statement by a tire manufacturer. Were there such a statement, it would be based on their corporate ATTORNEY, not their engineer! The inflation PSI on the GVWR plaque is the correct PSI IF, repeat IF you are running axles at their capacity (GAWR). Your axles may be well under or over that. Inflate based on the heavier wheel position on each axle, all tires on an axle to have the same PSI based on that heavier wheel position.
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    While I absolutely agree with adding a cushion to the "minimum PSI for a given load", I do take exception to the statement: "No tire mfgr. I'm aware of recommends running less than the federal tire placard in/on the vehicle." You might provide a link to such a statement by a tire manufacturer. Were there such a statement, it would be based on their corporate ATTORNEY, not their engineer! The inflation PSI on the GVWR plaque is the correct PSI IF, repeat IF you are running axles at their capacity (GAWR). Your axles may be well under or over that. Inflate based on the heavier wheel position on each axle, all tires on an axle to have the same PSI based on that heavier wheel position.
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    The OP's 1999 Safari Sahara 3506 is a rear radiator/CAC, Caterpillar 3126. Sorry (actually I am glad) I have no first hand experience with R&R.
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    Yes, several ways to do this. You could use a diode as Ross suggested, but a regular diode looses .7 VDC to heat. Another option is to use a relay triggered by an ignition-hot source, in indeed you only want charging when the coach ignition is on. A few bucks more, but full voltage would reach the battery. If you always disconnect the toad when not driving the coach or are on shore power so coach battery is being charged, no need for even the relay-- just wire using the parts listed below. Parts: Fuse at positive terminal of BOTH coach and toad battery. 8 gauge wire for both positive and ground.
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    Let me ask that any further discussion of the Verizon/FMCA plan take place on this thread http://community.fmca.com/topic/11000-verizon-news-update-disappointing-news-about-our-newest-benefit/ where Charlie Adcock's letter on this was just posted. It also went out as an e-blast to all FMCA members. Thanks. Moderator
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    Let me ask that any further discussion of the Verizon/FMCA plan take place on this thread http://community.fmca.com/topic/11000-verizon-news-update-disappointing-news-about-our-newest-benefit/ where Charlie Adcock's letter on this was just posted. It also went out as an e-blast to all FMCA members. Thanks. Moderator
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    Actually, no one at FMCA changed the title or added exclamation points other than deleting the first two words (expletives). The rest of the title (including exclamations points) is pure Boundertom. Those of you who have been on this (or any other forum for that matter) for any period of time, know that merging two or more threads on the exact same topic is not seamless, but much better than the same conversation going on in 2 or more places simultaneously. BTW, I would be quite happy to give up the thankless job of moderator. No, I am not FMCA staff (we live in Texas, not Ohio). No, I am not an FMCA officer. I am just a volunteer, perhaps like some of you. Gentlemen (and ladies) POST AWAY.
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    Tom, No, that link does not work. Please do look at your list of posts-- are any missing? It is quite possible that if more than one discussion is going on concurrently on exactly the same topic that threads are merged. Nothing deleted, but not two concurrent discussions on the same topic in different places. Again, are any posts missing??
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    Tom, Please tell us what posts have been removed. Here is the whole string of your 11 posts on the subject: http://community.fmca.com/profile/11117-boundertom/?wr=eyJhcHAiOiJmb3J1bXMiLCJtb2R1bGUiOiJmb3J1bXMtY29tbWVudCIsImlkXzEiOjEwOTkwLCJpZF8yIjo4Mjk3MH0=
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    Unless forecasts are WAY off, the Houston area will be on the dry side of the storm with winds out of the N and NE, so no storm surge. Beaumont and east is another matter.
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    I agree, need to trace the "out" cord to see just where they routed it. And perhaps we spoke too soon-- it is even possible that it does go back to the main 120 VAC breaker box. No telling what a previous owner did! Let us know what you find.
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    Definitely NOT original equipment. Not even wired into the coach 120 VAC system (just an extension cord plugged into an outlet). Follow that extension cord to find out what it powers. You will also want to trace the large gauge red wire back to the battery. There should be a high amp (side depends on wire gauge) slow burn fuse right at the battery.
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    On the hydraulic system I am familiar with (admittedly on heavier chassis) the power steering pump provided boost for normal conditions. And, built into the hydroboost (under driver's floor) was an emergency electric boost in the event of engine shutdown while driving. Suspect you had some kind of boost, even on a 16k chassis. If gas chassis, could have been vacuum. Guess on diesel they could have fit an engine driven vacuum pump, just never seen this boost system used on a DP.
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    Probably a two part question: Are they the correct size and weight rating? What about the brand? For an answer to the first one, look at the GVWR sticker which is generally near the driver's area. It will state correct tire size and weight rating. I have no information on the brand.
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    Correct. All tires on an axle require PSI based on the heavier wheel position. And front/rear/tag can all have markedly different PSI.
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    No question that higher rated GFI breakers are available. I am just not aware that current code calls for them on 30 and 50 amp RV service. Also, if several decades of motorhoming, I have never seen one in an RV park.
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    youngcs52, Welcome to the FMCA Forum. Not sure what is "reasonable". But, agree with you age is a factor in selecting tires. When I get new tires for the motorhome, I always give them the "smallest date code" number I will accept. Unless I am in a bind (small town, tires out of production, etc), I want them 3 months old or younger.
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    Hopefully, particularly with oil leaking along with the bits of turbo blade that the CAC caught most of that.
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    Wow. And 13 or your total of 14 posts on the FMCA Forum are on this thread. Go to the Attorney General before even listening to how FMCA staff are offering to handle this?????????? Again Wow.
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    Bill, No changes in viewing signatures for me. Anyone else experiencing this?
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    Still not aware of the use of GFI on 50 amp RV outlets. Some of you professional electricians pipe in here! When did this become code??????
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