Falcon 19 footer - 1986 - newbie with questions

Hi Folks,

Here is what I did when I purchased my Roadtrek 190V. After studying all the manuals, (You may have to chase down copies of all the manuals on all the elements including Fridge, heater, sewer systems, water, electrical, etc.) Study them and then find a local RV mechanic who knows the Falcon, hire him to check out all the systems while you look on and ask questions. You might be able to find other owners through your state registry of motor vehicles. It should be public information.

This way you will learn about your RV. Best of luck. It will be fun.

Heapie

My fridge does have an on/off but it is of the temperature control which is on the inside upper right side of the fridge. I do not see a way to switch between modes but I do see a sticker that says something about severe battery drain. Maybe it does not run on LP gas? Just 12v battery or 110 electricity?

There is no fridge access panel on the outside of the van like so many RVs have. So, I don't know how to check it.

Nice blue one old grouch! It looks to be well loved

I've tried to add my photo before. Let's try it again.

Thanks folks. Its a neat rig for sure. I will check the fridge bottom and see if there's a switch. It wasn't obvious that's for sure.

There is no genny so I'm going to buy a honda eu2000.

I've got a ton of new parts coming from ebay, amazon and other RV places online. I have to screw up the sagging ceiling too. FUN FUN !

I think the Coleman Mach AC is newer. It doesn't appear to be from 1986.

NCWriter wrote:
Nifty-looking unit. Hope some Falcon people weigh in with answers.

Seems like there have been some on the forum. Did you do a search yet in the Class B forum? Maybe you can find another owner and send a private message to get their attention.

Meanwhile, have fun!

Ummmm......isn't THIS the Class B forum? Seriously, I've got an '89 Coachmen Horizon. Mines on a GMC chassis and it's a shorter version of yours. A little tip, if you trip, don't try to catch yourself on that lip over the front seats. It pulls out several feet. (Don't ask me how I know this!) Your refrigerator may have been changed over the years. Open the door and look along the bottom of the unit. There may be a knob or tang in front of a box that says electric. You can turn the knob to select power. Mine is two way. Mine says gas or electric with OFF between them.

My unit isn't exactly the same as yours but a manufacturer won't change too much between similar models to keep parts and design costs down.

A few more tips. Measure the highest point on your unit. Mine is 9'2. Put a label over the windshield with a few more inches so a mechanic doesn't drive through McDonalds and top it. I've got 9'6 over my windshield.

It will drive pretty much like any other Ford van from that year. EXCEPT for windy days. Strong cross winds make it really.....interesting.....to drive. I changed lanes a couple of times without meaning to before I got used to it.

If you cover it, make sure the cover is breathable. Before I got it, mine was covered and when a really cold spell rolled in, the moisture condensed inside and stained the walls.

If you have any other questions, feel free to ask.

Nifty-looking unit. Hope some Falcon people weigh in with answers.

Seems like there have been some on the forum. Did you do a search yet in the Class B forum? Maybe you can find another owner and send a private message to get their attention.

Meanwhile, have fun!