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Generator maintenace problem

Problem: Unable to completely drain coolant. We have a 7.5 Onan which has been recently serviced - we tried to drain the coolant to change but cannot get it to drain. We put radiator cleaner in to flush the system but now the generator will not start...

evrg266c by Explorer
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Winterizing Question

So I'm new to RV'ing. I'm taking my Class C out this weekend. During the day, Saturday will be around 50 degrees, but dropping to below freezing at night. I don't have heated tanks or water lines. Do I need to worry about water lines freezing? I'd li...

Temporary Import of Class A to Canada

There was a recent topic in which importation to Canada was discussed and one poster (JaxDad) talked about his experience taking a US registered vehicle he owned to his home in Canada. I have looked through the CBSA and Transport Canada websites and ...

No power to ac thermostat

I have a 99 Damon Ultrasport. About a month ago I had to have the electrical control unit replaced. Everything has been working fine. Today I went out and fired up the gene and turned on the ac thermostat and nothing came on. I pulled the thermostat ...

Licreek by Explorer
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Keep plugged in or disconnect battery when parked

Friends of ours just bought a new Coachmen class c. I have a class A and keep it plugged in all the time when not using it, but have a 3 stage charger. Should they keep theirs plugged in all the time also, or disconnect the batteries when parked in...

larry_cad by Explorer II
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Lippert Hydraulic Jack Removal

I have a blown seal (I think!) on my Lippert hydraulic leveling jack. I found a local hydraulic shop that'll repair the jack. Are they difficult to remove? It appears that their are four bolts holding the jack to the RV and removal of two hydrauli...

92 Rockwood Motorhome Question...

I found a 92 Rockwood motorhome, 27ft, class A, p/s, p/b, tilt, 454 eng, 400 trans, low miles for sale. I wanted to get opinions on this motor home and if it would be good for a first time motorhome owner etc?also what would be a good price for this ...

Droneguy by Explorer
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2006 Four Winds Hurricane Dash wiring

We just took delivery of our 2006 Hurricane and so far are very happy.One thing I noticed is that the dash radio and both 12v cigarette lighter outlets are wired to the coach batteries and are live all the time.Is it possible to switch these accessor...

Best Wheel/Tire Covers (32”)

I’ve been away from the forum for a while, but we are still RVing and having fun. I bought the white vinyl tire covers (Camco, ADCO) about 8 years ago. They have cracked and torn and need replacing. I see some new type canvas covers with a wire ho...

Sheddah by Explorer
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Nevada Hwy. #93

I’m heading out for Arizona in a couple of days my wife would like me to take Hwy. #93 thru Nevada. Does anyone know if I’ll be able to drive between Ely, NV and Pioche, NV. I drive a 04 Winnebago, 496 gas engine, 75 gallon fuel tank, and I’m towing ...

Slide operation...HWH

It's very cold this morning and I tried to retract the slides getting ready to travel and nothing. In the bedroom, pressed the retract button and the slide slooooowwwly moved in. Then my finger slipped off the button and it stopped. Pressed 'Retract'...

Jim by Explorer
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Insurance increase for going full-time RVing

We decided to go full time again, and sold our house. AAA bumped up our vehicle insurance $3,000 because we are going full time.Has anyone else encountered this, and can anyone recommend an insurance company that doesn't up the rates for full timers...

Popsie by Explorer
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Losing fresh water on right turns

After we have filled the fresh water tank, water drains out of the overflow tube every time the motorhome leans to the left. Over the course of a day's drive we lose about a quarter of a tank.An RV repair shop told us that the water is "siphoning" ou...

C_J1 by Explorer
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Alarm Warning Questions

I recently bought a 2006 Class A diesel pusher. It's a Holiday Rambler Ambassador. It has air brakes and air ride. I'm familiar with the LOW AIR PRESSURE alarm that sounds when the engine is started until the air pressure comes up to about 90 PSI....

No water pressure

I have a mystery. I am connected to city water an have NO pressure. With the pump turned on pressure is ok. Last night I thought that maybe my pressure regulator was clogged so I took it off. Problem fixed. Got up this morning and no pressure again. ...

aboeck3 by Explorer
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