I'd like to make contact with others who own one of the new (2004, 2005) Pace Arrows so we can share experiences, problems, good things, etc.

We are picking up our new 2004 Pace Arrow this week. We are upgrading from a 35 ft 5th wheel. I am happy, excited, nervous, thrilled, and scared at the same time. I hope we can quickly adjust to the different driving styles required with changing from a towable to a MH. Have you been happy with your Pace Arrow? Which model do you have?K in Texas

I have my 2004 Pace Arrow for 10 months, been across the USA once and put on over 8000 miles. Had some warranty work done, nothing big. Changed a few things inside and outside. Going to Classic Coach Works in Florida this spring to have the lighted mirrored ceiling package put on in the front living/kitchen area. Might have the ceiling fan put on in the bedroom.So far I am very happy with it. This is my 3rd Pace Arrow.email me if you want.

We took delivery of our Pace Arrow on New Year’s Eve, 2003. It’s the 36B floor plan, with cherry stained interior wood. We are very happy with it, and since I’m 6’8” tall, the 7’ ceilings are much appreciated!We’ve put nearly 9,000 miles on it, all here in the West. The powertrain has been solid and impressive. We recently learned that some of the Workhorse chassis built prior to sometime in the spring had been equipped with undersized shocks. Our local Workhorse service center confirmed that our coach had this problem and Workhorse authorized replacement of the front shocks. Have only driven it from the shop to the storage yard, so I don’t yet know how much they have improved the ride and handling.We’ve had some problems, but nothing really serious, although this could have been if I hadn’t noticed it while we were parked. The screws securing many of the storage compartment hinges had been over tightened causing the heads to break off. I noticed that one of the doors was mis-aligned, and when I opened it to see what was wrong, the hinge came completely off. Fortunately this happened when I was holding it and not on the highway at 60MPH.Other problems…Right from day one the automatic leveling system has lost stability, overnight at first, now right away because one of the jacks almost immediately lifts off the ground. It goes into the shop next week and I hope they can fix it this time. Has anyone else had problems with the leveling system? I recently met someone with a 2005 model; it has a different brand of leveling system, not PowerGear. Is this an indication that Fleetwood recognized a problem?When showering, lots of water flows from the backflow prevention valve on the shower faucet hose, regardless of where the shower head is positioned relative to the backflow prevention valve. The dealer has ordered a new hose and faucet, but I’m skeptical that will solve the problem. Anyone else had this problem?The button atop the kitchen faucet, that converts the flow from a stream to a spray, won’t lock in place. The faucet will spray as long as the button is depressed, but once released the flow returns to a stream. Our home faucet doesn’t work this way; once pressed, the button stays depressed and the flow continues as a stream. How does the faucet in your coach work? Will it lock into spray mode?Here’s a funny one that has been fixed. The compass would never read correctly. Turns out the sensor had been installed right next to several of the surround sound speakers, whose magnets were confusing the compass. Now that the sensor has been repositioned, the compass is working fine.

Hi Folks We have a 04 37C. We got it 8 months ago. Only minor problems so fa with 6000 miles. Bent tube for awning when it didnt retract in storm, leveling jacks had a hose leaking, refer blows out running down road and a couple of other things that warranty took care of. All & all we are happy with it. Eddie

Jim,While my Pace Arrow is a 2003, I think we do share some fixtures including faucets and the showerhead. I also started seeing more and more water from the showerhead backflow valve. At the same time, I began to think I wasn't getting the water pressure I had remembered –it wasn’t really bad – just off a bit. While checking the water pump connections I found a kinked line on the suction side of the pump where my dealer had installed a winterizing valve. I straightened that out and the problem was solved.I was going to tell you that my galley faucet did not lock into the spray mode, but then I realized I haven’t tried it since fixing the pressure issue. I tried it last night, and yes, it does lock into spray until I press the smooth part of the rubber switch that is about an inch down the handle from the spray switch. So you might want to look for a restriction in your water system. Good luck.Dave

looking for owners of 2004-2005 Pace Arrows

Paul_Turpin
Explorer
May 11, 2014
My bedroom slide out is acting. Bring it in the slide out works great but on the way out it jerks several times. I need to get at the slide out motor and gearing under the bed. Has anyone got to this area under the bed? Looking at it, it looks like I need to remove the bed, the wood plywood base and then the bottom of the storage which is covered with carpet. Any help would be welcome, I will start into this project next week.
R2Dillon
Explorer
Apr 22, 2014
You can replace it. If it is a weldex, try electrical contact spray in the cable at the back of the monitor
Paul_Turpin
Explorer
Apr 22, 2014
Jim Bakker wrote:
I've had intermittent problems with my backup camera/monitor, but now it's quit for good. Replacing it seems like something I could do myself. I'd appreciate any advice or warnings from anyone who has done this. TIA.

You might need a new setup but first check the connections behind the camera on the back of the rig. They are hard to get to, mine was taped to the inside of the rear cap but came loose after working on it. I cleaned the connections, plugged the connections back together and worked.

good luck
Paul
Jim_Bakker
Explorer
Apr 18, 2014
I've had intermittent problems with my backup camera/monitor, but now it's quit for good. Replacing it seems like something I could do myself. I'd appreciate any advice or warnings from anyone who has done this. TIA.
Fyr_guy
Explorer
Apr 17, 2014
dkingdoe wrote:
Long time hearing from anyone, including me!!! Hope everyone had a safe winter & are looking forward to a good 'camping' spring & summer.

The question I'm about to ask may have been shared/answered before, but I need HELP!! ...

We have a old heavy CRT-TV in an over the head cabinet in the front that we are wanting to replace with a new flat screen TV. Has anyone done this & how did you mount it in the space where the old TV was so that it will ride there with the least amount of vibration? The new flat screens don't have a frame around them so we can't brace it up against the cabinet.

I welcome all suggestions & PICTURES of how to replace & secure a new TV.

Thanks in advance for you help!!!

dkingdoe, I just sent you a private message if you'd like to see my flat screen mount.
Fyr
Dennis37
Explorer
Apr 17, 2014
I found a Samsung 32 inch that just fit into the space. I used a pedestal type mount. It will allow the TV to slide forward and tilt up/down and left/right.
It has a lock system for traveling. I also use foam supports under the TV to reduce vibrations while traveling. Four years and over 40K without a problem.

I have see others reinforce one side of the compartment and use a swing arm TV mount.
dkingdoe
Explorer
Apr 16, 2014
Long time hearing from anyone, including me!!! Hope everyone had a safe winter & are looking forward to a good 'camping' spring & summer.

The question I'm about to ask may have been shared/answered before, but I need HELP!! ...

We have a old heavy CRT-TV in an over the head cabinet in the front that we are wanting to replace with a new flat screen TV. Has anyone done this & how did you mount it in the space where the old TV was so that it will ride there with the least amount of vibration? The new flat screens don't have a frame around them so we can't brace it up against the cabinet.

I welcome all suggestions & PICTURES of how to replace & secure a new TV.

Thanks in advance for you help!!!
Paul_Turpin
Explorer
Mar 15, 2014
hammer01 wrote:
Has anyone had problems with their pace arrow discoloring? The white fiberglass is starting to show a hint of yellowing. Any suggestions to remedy this problem?

P.S. It sleeps in a climate controlled shed built into my house.

Jeff

My Pace is starting to fade on the white and thousands of small little clacks all over the white fiberglass part. The cracks are only in the gel-coat and not in the fiberglass. The storage doors painted white are good and so is all of the painted fiberglass parts . Any ideas??
R2Dillon
Explorer
Mar 09, 2014
I have not had any issue with discoloring
hammer01
Explorer
Mar 09, 2014
Has anyone had problems with their pace arrow discoloring? The white fiberglass is starting to show a hint of yellowing. Any suggestions to remedy this problem?

P.S. It sleeps in a climate controlled shed built into my house.

Jeff