Breakdown Information
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Rv Particulars: 2001 Allegro Bay Diesel Pusher
Driveline: Cummins 275ISB, Allison MD3060 6sp
Miles: 13000
Year: Nov 2003
Breakdown Info:
Symptons: Loud Bang when starting up grade from a stop.
Effect: Fwd motion ceased and rearward motion began.
Cause: Universal Joint failed, driveshaft dropped to ground.
Coach had been serviced by selling dealer 30 days/3000miles prior. There was no evidence of grease in failing universal joint. Selling dealer picked up repair cost of $977. Had to wait for 5 days for parts, including Thanksgiving. I now grease driveshaft myself! Is required every 6000 miles.
Driveline: Cummins 275ISB, Allison MD3060 6sp
Miles: 13000
Year: Nov 2003
Breakdown Info:
Symptons: Loud Bang when starting up grade from a stop.
Effect: Fwd motion ceased and rearward motion began.
Cause: Universal Joint failed, driveshaft dropped to ground.
Coach had been serviced by selling dealer 30 days/3000miles prior. There was no evidence of grease in failing universal joint. Selling dealer picked up repair cost of $977. Had to wait for 5 days for parts, including Thanksgiving. I now grease driveshaft myself! Is required every 6000 miles.
