rossboyer

Mine is on all the time unless there is a sign that says NO EXHAUST BRAKES. Some towns post that.

A few years ago, the term "class" was perceived to be a negative; therefore, FMCA and some other RV organizations started using "type". Not everyone does, nor is it used consistently throughout FMCA or the RV industry.

Without depreciation, last year my cost per mile was $1.37. So far this year, $1.09. Lower cost is probably due to lower cost of fuel for a major trip and insurance doesn't hit until September.

I have switched to Google Chrome as my browser. Not sure when this started, but when I LOGIN, I am taken to my Account Information. With Explorer I was just sitting at the Home page ready to select a tab. Is this because of a change on the web site or because I am using Google? Ross Boyer

So many manufacturers use the crimp back outlets. You may find many of these between the GFI and the circuit breaker box. You may find that one of the crimps has cut the wire or the load has caused the connection to burn the wire, breaking the circuit. The GFI circuit in my coach has a total of 17 outlets. Different manufacturer, but not what I would call code; but I don't think the code for residential applies to RVs.

If you head west to Gulf Shores the state park there is very nice with full hookups. I have only traveled the interstates going north, but Oak Mountain State Park just south of Birmingham, AL is a quiet stop with full hookups. If you go there, be sure to use the south end entrance. GPS's will show the north entrance also, but RVs cannot cross the dam.

When the 458 is on shore power, a relay is closed to connect the shore power to the coach thus bypassing the 458. I would think that you will need to turn off the 458 when not on shore power to be sure the power plug does not become live 120 volts. The transfer switch should be wired to prevent this, but check all to be sure you don't get reverse feedback.

If I remember correctly, the airport is the next road north and has auto rentals available.

I would check for a bad ground in the parking, running, and tail lights. Because of their location, water enters into the sockets and will cause a lot of gremlin problems.

Suggest you call FMCA, 513-474-3622 or 800-543-3622, and ask for the events department. They take the reservations and will know.

When corrected, please let us know the fix.

You might find a Ground Fault outlet in the bin below that area where the outlets do not work. While another Ground Fault outlet should not be down stream from the first many coach manufacturers do it.

Near the radiator may be a heater shut off valve. Look for it in the heater hose line. Mine is only visible from underneath.

I have used a Samsung RF197 for 3 years on modified sinewave inverter and did not increase battery bank of 4-6 volt batteries. We don't usually boondock, but have stopped overnight at a Walmart a few times. We run the generator in the evening, but shut it down about 10 or 11 pm. I do turn off the ice maker. My only other load is a CPAP machine all night long. We have never had a problem. Rough roads, not a problem, just turn off ice maker to prevent water splashing out and freezing a big block in your ice bin. Also, the frig you select may have door heaters to reduce humidity, turn that option off, too. The heaters will use more power overnight than the frig cooling.

I am sure that prices have gone up since we replaced ours, but check on an Allison "factory rebuilt" transmission. I found they were less expensive and had a 36K mile warranty where a local shop rebuilt only had 90 days or 3K miles.

I have used the Roadmaster plastic rock shield for about 6 years. It does work well, but still some chips still do occur. I have the optional storage rack to hold the rock shield when I am not towing. I tried the web shield that lays flat over the tow bar and found that to be not very effective. A friend of mine has the bra and has had very good success. The only problem I see is that it is a large item to store when you are not towing.

Also, for the inside dual. there is a rubber plug installed on the outer wheel that will support the inside dual valve stem. I think the Alcoa web site has them listed for their wheels.

We are just west of Phoenix, for 5 years we have gone home Thanksgiving through New Years. We do not leave the heat on, but do have a reflector 50 watt light bulb in the water bay and I put up all the hoses. While it may frost, we have not had a problem.

The Hoosier Cruiser Chapter would welcome you. We have 6 to 7 rallies a year, April through October traveling from the south to the north and back south to follow the weather in Indiana. The Hoosier Cruisers in central Indiana will be meeting on December 1, at Golden Coral in Anderson at 2:30 for a late lunch or early dinner. Golden Coral is located on the southwest corner of the Exit 226 of I-69 and Hwy 109. You would be welcomed to join us.

Also, I think that the transmission has a constant load to maintain it's computer. Depending on your chassis, the fuse for the transmission may be mounted in a separate fuse holder. I think you have a Magnum chassis. I had a 1999 Renegade with a Magnum chassis, but I have not had it since 2008 and do not remember where that fuse is located. Possibly it is under the dash below the radio. Wish I could help you more.

Using Delorme Street Atlas: You set your start and stop points, and it will provide a route based on your setup of what kind of roads, toll or no toll roads, etc. You can then set stop locations or insert via routes. At anytime you can change the start or stop locations. It will calculate fuel stops and overnight stops for you base on the settings you prefer. I use 6.7 mpg and fill at 1/4 remaining. Over night set at 450 miles. I even select the restaurant I will used that evening for dinner. After driving all day, I enjoy going to a restaurant. Delorme is extremely variable to suit you. Your laptop will need an USB port to plug in the GPS that is supplied with the full package. When and if you want an update, which is usually yearly, is about $39.00 on DVD/CD.

I use Delorme Street Atlas 2015 which I have used previous versions fro about 8 years. I like being able to plan my route in my easy chair at home and use the laptop on the dash when we travel. As with all software there is a learning curve. Another feature I like is being able to select places I want to see on my trip even if that is not along the most direct route.

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Since you are in Indiana, why not take it to the Xanterx repair in Elkhart, IN. Call first and get a repair order number. They will tell you to ship it back to the state of Washington, but with the number you can walk in with the inverter to the Elkhart repair facility, and they will accept it. Without the number, they will not accept. When I took mine in, I was told it would take a couple of days. Got a call the next morning, repaired, and I went back and picked up. A fan and module were bad. I think the charge was less than $100.00. The address is 541 Roske Drive, Suite A, Elkhart. IN 46516, just west of CR 17.. The company main phone number 800-446-6180 and the Elkhart number is 574-294-5858. Otis was the tech that worked on mine.

You will need to just unroll the awing until the strap can be reached and then pull it all the way out. Suggest you order a longer strap or add a loop of nylon cord to lengthen a few inches. When I was attending a large rally where they were present, they replaced at no charge.