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Reply to Front V-Clip welds fracturedby ajg617I plotted the measurements taken by the LCI tech on the LCI axle hanger measurement procedure to show the impact on the axles. If the measurements are...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 10:04 PM -
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by PRIsenhourOn my 2024 Influence 3503gk one of my front cap lights started flicking after a few camping trips. Probably a loose connection but I am not sure where...1 Photo
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Channel: Electrical
Yesterday, 09:01 PM -
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Reply to Black tank vent not ventingby markandkimWarning label say
" NEVER FLUSH WITH THE OUTLET VALVE CLOSED"
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Channel: Plumbing
Yesterday, 07:59 PM -
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Reply to 2024 22RBE Stock Suspension SqueakyAny lube similar to the CRC will work. Unfortunately the squeak will return and continue.
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 07:27 PM -
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Reply to Kind of new ownerWell congrats on the new Reflection and welcome back.
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Channel: Introduce Yourself Here!
Yesterday, 07:23 PM -
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Reply to 2024 22RBE Stock Suspension Squeakyby TucsonJimI put an Amazon link to CRC above.
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 07:07 PM -
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by MnM_OHHey all, its been as while since we've been on here. Just traded our Imagine 2970RL for a Reflection 337RLS. Love the additional space and all the features...
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Channel: Introduce Yourself Here!
Yesterday, 06:26 PM -
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Reply to 2024 22RBE Stock Suspension Squeakyby ryno23nvNo grease bolts installed....
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 06:17 PM -
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Reply to 2024 22RBE Stock Suspension Squeakyby ryno23nvMy little hick town doesn't the CRC you mentioned.
What about Triflow?...-
Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 06:11 PM -
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Reply to Maxx Air fanby ajg617Interesting. It's always the circuit board on any electronic thing. I have closed my vent but it doesn't shut the fan off every time. Sometimes it...Yesterday, 05:02 PM
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Reply to Burnishing new brakesby Reacher
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 04:35 PM -
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Reply to 2022 397THS rear window fell outby ReacherThere was a rash of frame-less windows falling off a few years back but I thought the industry fixed it.
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Channel: Exterior
Yesterday, 04:16 PM -
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Reply to Burnishing new brakesby TucsonJimshawnherzog - You are on the right path. I'd set the controller at 10. Drive about 10-15 mph and fully depress the brake controller lever. The brakes...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 04:09 PM -
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Reply to Maxx Air fanby Jay HHI6818Had a strange one with our Maxxfan. It was running and I hit the off button. It stopped running and panel
went dead. None of the buttons work. Closed...Yesterday, 03:39 PM -
Reply to Front V-Clip welds fracturedby ajg617No blame, just threw up their hands and said not their problem to the LCI authorized repair center - talk to Grand Design....
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 03:19 PM -
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Reply to 2022 397THS rear window fell outby TucsonJimMJanowski
Wow - That's an odd one. I'm pretty sure you'll need to replace the whole window. You can call Lippert (the OEM supplier) at...-
Channel: Exterior
Yesterday, 02:50 PM -
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by TucsonJimtimh0042
Tim - 6 AWG should work great with a 4 foot round trip. According to the Blue Sea wire size chart, you can have a 60 amp, 10 foot...-
Channel: Electrical
Yesterday, 02:46 PM -
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by timh0042Thanks for pointing out the critical pieces I forgot to mention... Yes, I'll switch to LFP chemistry, that's the whole point of getting away from the...
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Channel: Electrical
Yesterday, 02:11 PM -
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Reply to 2024 22RBE Stock Suspension Squeakyby ryno23nvWill do.
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 02:09 PM -
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Reply to 2024 22RBE Stock Suspension Squeakyby ncitroJust a suggestion to ryno23nv and others to check both sides of the bolt for the zerk, usually the factory installs them with the zerk pointing in....
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 01:54 PM -
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Reply to 2024 22RBE Stock Suspension Squeakyby ryno23nvThanks for the link Jim.
I will look for some CRC today....-
Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 01:52 PM -
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Reply to 2024 22RBE Stock Suspension Squeakyby ryno23nvI do not have wet bolts.
Will do another suspension inspection this weekend since it won't be 150° and lube with some PTFE.
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 01:51 PM -
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Reply to Maxx Air fanMaxxfan says I need a new circuit board.
Will look around for the best price. Looking like etrailer.Yesterday, 01:43 PM -
Reply to Burnishing new brakesby shawnherzogQuestions for Jim, Familytruckster and John, wouldn't it be true that if the brakes were never adjusted properly from the factory, that even in the drive...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 01:13 PM -
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by TucsonJimtimh0042 - That's all good advice. However, there's two more things to consider.
1. The WFCO-8735 is a 35 amp converter. The PD9360V is...-
Channel: Electrical
Yesterday, 01:04 PM -
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Reply to 321BH Aux Button Relationby TucsonJimbirdman4685 - I heard back from GDRV. Indeed, you only have three pull handles. The drawing I have is either in error or outdated. One handle drains...
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Channel: Plumbing
Yesterday, 12:53 PM -
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Reply to 2024 22RBE Stock Suspension Squeakyby Cate&RobYour springs would have originally had bushings (likely white nylon) in the spring eyes. These may be worn away. Do you have "wet bolts"?...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 12:43 PM -
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Reply to 2024 22RBE Stock Suspension Squeakyby TucsonJimHi ryno23nv
Your suspension will indeed have plastic bushings at all the pivot points. But they can wear through in spots pretty easily...-
Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 12:43 PM -
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by ryno23nvHey all, as stated in my subject line, my stock suspension tends to be squeaky. I don't believe there are any bushings of any type in the hangers or equalizer....
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 11:56 AM -
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Reply to 321BH Aux Button Relationby TucsonJimWe're checking with Grand Design.
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Channel: Plumbing
Yesterday, 11:36 AM -
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Reply to 321BH Aux Button Relationbirdman4685
Could the handle be hidden by the slide when it is out for the kitchen grey tank?
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Channel: Plumbing
Yesterday, 11:26 AM -
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The pin box frame work is under that step. The reason the 337 is flat is because they raise the floor height in the bathroom and hallway. Trust me, I...
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Channel: Interior/Storage
Yesterday, 11:18 AM -
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Reply to 321BH Aux Button RelationCan you post a picture of the area where the drain handles are located, front and back?
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Channel: Plumbing
Yesterday, 11:11 AM -
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Reply to Black tank vent not ventingby JBill9694On the roof there should be a round black cap on the top of the vent that can be twisted off. Once off, a strong light, phone camera, or inspection camera...
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Channel: Plumbing
Yesterday, 11:00 AM -
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Reply to Burnishing new brakesby JBill9694Perhaps, shawnherzog, the question to ask is how to set the gain on the trailer brake controller. The process is like burnishing in reverse; start with...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 10:35 AM -
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Reply to Outdoor spray hookup always stuckby DeveaseyWith pressure I get a shower, only times I have gotten it was without out pressure. Going to try food grade oil this weekend.
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Channel: Plumbing
Yesterday, 10:27 AM -
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Reply to 321BH Aux Button Relationby birdman4685Hi Jim,
So, I do have sewer connections to the front and rear hooked up. Although I only see 2 pulls on the front (Black and Grey) and one...-
Channel: Plumbing
Yesterday, 10:21 AM -
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by timh0042I was able to speak with Dennis from Progressive Dynamics. Great help and conversation!
The tl;dr version is... buy a PD9360V, install it...-
Channel: Electrical
Yesterday, 09:33 AM -
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by Cate&RobHideout #2 The step you are referring to follows the frame configuration of the 303. If you look directly overhead in the front storage compartment,...
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Channel: Interior/Storage
Yesterday, 07:58 AM -
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Reply to Front V-Clip welds fracturedby ajg617It's something I will probably do. But they are crowded and I'd likely have to work through the LCI tech here to get in. I'll push that button when...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 07:55 AM -
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Reply to Front V-Clip welds fracturedby Cate&Robajg617 Hi John,
Obviously it would be best if LCI would make things right without a battle every step of the way. It might be worth inquiring...-
Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 07:45 AM -
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Reply to Front V-Clip welds fracturedby ajg617It's in the works hopefully. Truck alignment shop in same building next door and tech is lobbying LCI to approve having them verify all measurements...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 07:13 AM -
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by Hideout #2Hello, just to clarify, I want the floor to be level with the hall floor all the way to the end tables in the bedroom, that would be eliminating the first...
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Channel: Interior/Storage
Yesterday, 07:06 AM -
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Reply to Front V-Clip welds fracturedby Cate&Robajg617 Hi John,
I agree that tire tread wear is the ultimate measure of acceptable suspension alignment. If all tires are not wearing evenly,...-
Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 06:54 AM -
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What hasn't happened to you?!?
You deserve some trouble free miles....-
Channel: Exterior
Yesterday, 06:09 AM -
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I've only heard good things about PTB....
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 06:06 AM -
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by YodaI think I am OK there. I have 6K on the axles and everything is fine except the driver side front which locks up too easy on hard breaking. I will be...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 01:40 AM -
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by YodaI am having the work done by Performance Trailer Braking. They come highly recommended. I will be documenting in detail thier work.
With...-
Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
Yesterday, 01:34 AM -
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by ajrupert8008Got it. Yeah JB there is caulking or something in between the channel and the molding then more on the molding. I may do what you said and find some bigger...
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Channel: Exterior
07-25-2024, 11:33 PM -
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Reply to Front V-Clip welds fracturedby ajg617Rob,
However, what has been measured is that the rear left wheel extends beyond the rear front wheel (outward and at an angle) and the rear/front...-
Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
07-25-2024, 10:21 PM -
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by Hideout #2Hello, I have a 2021 303, I am going to be removing all the carpet in the bedroom and I’m wondering if possible to remove the first step and make it...
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Channel: Interior/Storage
07-25-2024, 09:43 PM -
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Reply to Front V-Clip welds fracturedby Cate&Robajg617
I know this is difficult to believe, but +/- 1/4” anywhere is “normal” in RV trailer suspension. My tires have always run nearly...-
Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
07-25-2024, 09:30 PM -
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by JkwilsonOne thing to watch for is non-concentric brake drums. It’s been reported that 15 thousands out of round or non-concentricity can allow the brake to...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
07-25-2024, 08:09 PM -
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Reply to Front V-Clip welds fracturedby ajg617For those who might be interested in whether or not their hangers have been welded in a straight line front-to-rear and therefore impacting alignment,...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
07-25-2024, 07:57 PM -
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Reply to Bent Pull Handleby ncitrokjbooe Jim is right on with letting us know your make and model, but from your request it sounds like you are looking to make a cut in the coroplast to...
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Channel: Plumbing
07-25-2024, 07:32 PM -
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Reply to Solera Awning Screen roomsby ncitroI am sure you will be happy with it! See you there!...
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Channel: Introduce Yourself Here!
07-25-2024, 07:27 PM -
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by JkwilsonOne thing to watch for is non-concentric brake drums. It’s been reported that 15 thousands out of round or non-concentricity can allow the brake to...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
07-25-2024, 07:24 PM -
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Reply to Maxx Air fanWell I cleaned the rain sensor. No change. Then I disconnected the rain sensor. No change. Then I figured the controller may be causing it. So after opening...07-25-2024, 07:13 PM
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Unless I know who is doing the repack/adjustment...and trust their work...I wouldn't let them do it. Just do what Brian said...no need to re-do it at...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
07-25-2024, 07:05 PM -
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Reply to Solera Awning Screen roomsncitro Neil, Thanks for the feedback. I was thinking along the same lines so you just confirmed what I was thinking. I just ordered it. Hope to see you...
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Channel: Introduce Yourself Here!
07-25-2024, 06:41 PM -
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Reply to Bent Pull Handleby TucsonJimkjbooe - Welcome to the technical forum! I moved your post to it's own thread.
Can you please list the model and year of your RV? From...-
Channel: Plumbing
07-25-2024, 06:40 PM -
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by KamFlyerIf the only time the device is on is when towing then I would assume it will only track towing milage. I don't know for sure as I use a different method...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
07-25-2024, 06:19 PM -
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by TravelHabitI also like to know altitude and sometimes I check that with my separate GPS tracker... but that's a pain to do... it will be really nice to just see...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
07-25-2024, 05:23 PM -
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Reply to 321BH Aux Button Relationby TucsonJimYour 321BH has five holding tanks. Starting from the front:
1. 39 gallon gray tank (Front bathroom sink and shower)
2. 39 gallon...-
Channel: Plumbing
07-25-2024, 04:05 PM -
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by birdman4685Hi GD Owners,
We have a new 2024 321BH with 1.5 bathrooms, and I'm trying to find out what the Aux button on the main panel references....-
Channel: Plumbing
07-25-2024, 03:21 PM -
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Reply to Burnishing new brakesI agree with Jim. By the time it travels from the factory to your dealer whats done is done. If after the adjustment from the second dealer you still...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
07-25-2024, 02:47 PM -
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Reply to Burnishing new brakesby TucsonJimshawnherzog - This is not something you should need to deal with on most new units unless your dealer is very close to the factory. During delivery,...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
07-25-2024, 01:58 PM -
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Reply to Add a signature to your postsby shawnherzogOk, I figured it out...lol Thanks!...
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Channel: Forum How To
07-25-2024, 01:52 PM -
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Reply to All Access to Owners Forumby ncitroIf your home VPN is based outside the US that might be your issue. The provider blocks access from most countries outside of Canada and the US....
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Channel: Announcements and Site Feedback
07-25-2024, 01:25 PM -
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by YodaCountry Campers TucsonJim
Thanks you two
The other wheels spin 1/2 to 3/4 (closer to 3/4) and work fine. This one is 1/4 to...-
Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
07-25-2024, 01:00 PM -
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Reply to Battery issue maybe due to heatby TerapinedOP here
I got the batteries back. Batteries + was able to charge them. Just running 1 battery instead of 2. I also bought a really nice charger....-
Channel: Solar
07-25-2024, 12:36 PM -
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Reply to All Access to Owners Forumby ryno23nvI thought it might be the VPN at home, but my work uses a VPN also.
At home the page to login does not finish loading so the login button never...-
Channel: Announcements and Site Feedback
07-25-2024, 12:00 PM -
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by shawnherzogHow do you add a signature block that has your TV and trailer in it?...
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Channel: Non Technical Section
07-25-2024, 11:48 AM -
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by shawnherzogSo I have a new GD 321BH. I understand I need to burnish the brakes now, but after watching several youtube videos, I've seen many different methods of...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
07-25-2024, 11:43 AM -
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by TucsonJimYoda
Keith - The wheel should have noticeable friction when you try to turn it. I usually give the wheel a good push and look for it to...-
Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
07-25-2024, 10:52 AM -
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Jack the wheel up and back the brakes off a little, then adjust the brakes tighter until you feel a little drag when spinning the wheel.
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
07-25-2024, 10:51 AM -
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Reply to Solera Awning Screen roomsby ncitroIt was a little bit of both, I thought the shorter ones could be an issue vertically particularly on an off level site, plus it let me pull it away more...
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Channel: Introduce Yourself Here!
07-25-2024, 10:47 AM -
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by YodaI know I had a discussion on this somewhere here - probably buried in another thread. I just cant find it. I need to back the front drivers side off...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
07-25-2024, 10:23 AM -
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Reply to Hardwired Surge Protector Locationby AlexPetersonThe Watchdog reacts too quickly to under voltage conditions in my opinion. Huge inrush currents from AC compressors starting always cause a noticeable...
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Channel: Electrical
07-25-2024, 06:57 AM -
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Reply to Hardwired Surge Protector Locationby AlexPetersonJim, the trip my Watchdog would do is from the very brief voltage drop when the AC first starts, before the generator can react to the sudden power i...
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Channel: Electrical
07-25-2024, 06:50 AM -
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Reply to Hardwired Surge Protector Locationby LonestarAs an alternative, the Progressive Industries EMS has a bypass switch located on the remote display....
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Channel: Electrical
07-24-2024, 10:03 PM -
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Reply to Hardwired Surge Protector Locationby bilco82If the Watchdog trips, isn't that because the a/c isn't getting enough juice?...
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Channel: Electrical
07-24-2024, 07:06 PM -
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by KamFlyerWe have the 770 monitor and love it. It is so much easier to read than the standard colour monitor. The other features are nice as well. I like to know...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
07-24-2024, 06:16 PM -
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Reply to Roof membrane/covering has bubblesby BradbuIMO it will only get worse. Especially the part in the front. I have contacted the dealer and will take it in on Friday....
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Channel: Exterior
07-24-2024, 06:12 PM -
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Reply to Front V-Clip welds fracturedby ajg617The emails going back and forth between GD, LCI, and the LCI authorized repair center are actually getting humorous - mostly on the LCI side. GD says...
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Channel: Suspension , Brakes and Tires
07-24-2024, 05:40 PM -
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Rinse the rusty stuff out as best you can and then get it good and dry. See if there are any areas that you can get the water to drain to. I do not think...
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Channel: HVAC
07-24-2024, 05:20 PM -
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Reply to Roof membrane/covering has bubblesI have seen all types of "normal" described about the roof membrane. You pictures do seem "normal" to me but as I stated earlier in...
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Channel: Exterior
07-24-2024, 05:17 PM -
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Reply to Furrion Fridge Drip Trayby Goose201Appreciate the thread everyone. We spilled creamer in the fridge and got a horrible smell about a month later. Took the fridge out and siphoned out...4 Photos07-24-2024, 04:02 PM
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Reply to Roof membrane/covering has bubblesby BradbuIs this normal?...4 Photos
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Channel: Exterior
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