Mr.Mark wrote:
The way if works for us, is that I start the engine, let it run for a minute or two then hit 'high' idle from the rabbit switch on the dash. Now at high idle, I go to the bedroom and start to close the slides.
Our slides have air seals, so I hold the button to close, the seal deflates and then the slide moves. I have four slides to close. Once all closed, then I go out and disconnect the sewer, water and electric.
Then, we are ready to roll. I would say that it takes 12-15 minutes for all of that to take place. Our engine is loud, especially, if I have the dash air on. The MONSTER radiator fan will pull you into the coach if you are too close (almost, LOL!).
All I can say is, 'it is what it is'.... I can only do things so fast so if I'm running the idle too long, well , it's too long.
That makes a lot more sense now that you've described the process. In our coach, the slides won't move unless the key is off. I move in two slides at a time so it's quick anyway, but I put them in before I turn on the engine.
Out of curiosity, why don't you unhook the water / sewer / electric before starting the coach?
In my case, everything is ready to travel before I turn on the engine. After starting the engine, I immediately put it in high idle and walk outside to do a 360 degree walk-around and listen for the air system spitter and check my tire clearances to confirm everything is aired up. Then I walk in and take off. It's about one minute from engine start to putting it in drive.
