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Replace M/H window awnings?

A recent hail storm took out my window awnings.Is replacement a do-it-yourself project? I looked on You Tube but there is no help for just replacing with new fabric.

ronmc by Explorer
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Problem with basement air, second compressor.

My winnie basement air has worked fine for 12yrs.So I guess I cant complain to much.The system starts up and the first comp comes on line, then after 15/20 seconds the second compressor comes on line and like it hasfor 12 yrs.the first compressor sho...

CAREFREE AWNING FABRIC REPLACEMENT

Our trailer has an electric awning, 16' I believe. A dealer advised me that they remove the entire awning from the camper and remove and install replacement fabric on the ground.The question is, is it necessary to remove the whole shebang in order t...

cekkk by Explorer
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Graywater drain valve sticking

I tried a search but didn't find this topic. The slider or gate valve for our graywater tank drain is getting hard to pull our or push in. Any suggestions as to an appropriate lube.Thanks in advance.

**** Toilet leak *****

We have been fulltiming for 4 yrs. now. There has been times the water in the bowl has leaked out. I have cleaned the rubber gasket different times and have solved the problem. This time it doesn't seem to be working. My question is do you replace ...

dutchev by Explorer
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Tire Recall - Vail Sport ST LH99 225/75D15

This may have been posted earlier, but the recall has been expanded.NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14T001Synopsis : Double Camel, in cooperation with Lionshead Specialty Tire & Wheel LLC (Lionshead), notified the agency on January 21, 2014 that they ar...

Which way to lean a shock

I am in the process of installing Mobile Outfitters Shock Kit.http://store.ripvanwinklecampgrounds.com/rvw/details.php?ITEM=5728155I've got the plates installed then I tried to figure out which way to lean the shocks????? Do I lean them towards the s...

TURNKEY by Explorer
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Atwood Stove Top Propane Fire

Our Atwood Stove top caught fire under the burner and melted the burner. It was red hot when we got it turned off. Soot on the underside of the cover suggests that the fire came from the air/propane mixing opening. The back 2 burners still operate co...

Norcold N821 Shows A in Display

So that's whats on the fridge display, meaning lack of ac present. Theres no gas in trailer yet, so haven't tried the gas side although I can hear the ignitor clicking. Where do I start on ac side?

dano73 by Explorer
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A/c wont run off gen

I have a 2011 four winds motor home. It came equipped w/ an Onan generator. The gen starts and works fine for everything except running the roof a/c. If I start the gen and let it run for a few minutes and then turn on the A/C,the blower either runs ...

aabb48 by Explorer
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Ariston Dryer

Hi All.I have an Ariston (Splendide) AS66VX Dryer. I have either a bad thermostat or heating element because it wont heat up. So far I have only been able to find the parts at one place online. Does anyone have any experience with aftermarket part...

4x4FF by Explorer
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Refrigerator goes out while traveling

I have a 5th wheel and no generator. It seems when it's a little windy while traveling my refrigerator pilot goes out and it's not cold when arriving at destination.Is there some solution you have to keep the pilot going while traveling.

Hamnet by Explorer
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Bal X-chocks vs. Deluxe chocks

Do the deluxe chocks give better performance than the x-chocks?I had a pair of deluxe that are not bent (this is what happens when each family member has a job and two of members are missing when trailer gets hooked up and driver does not do a walk a...

mrad by Explorer II
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How to Load test an alternator ?

Fas idle....1200 rpm 14,4 volts 100 amp alternatorHF 500 amp carbon pile load tester connected to battery.Using logical thinking only,........If I gradually load the system, at what amperage should should the voltage start to drop dramatically ?In ot...

Deteriorating A/C Hoses

95 ForetravelThe outfit that's working on my dash A/C has advised me that they must replace both of my A/C hoses which run the length of the coach (compressor in back, condensor in front). They say that they flushed out the system but continue to get...

joraz by Explorer
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