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Need new slide seals - where to buy?

A couple years ago I noticed that the bulb seals on my slideout are torn. I was on the roof sweeping debris off before closing the slide. I put it on my do list to get new ones but never got around to it.I havent really done any research on it, there...

Broken waste ball drive arm - Thetford toilet

Thetford Aqua-Magic Style II toilet.Ordered the part from Amazon.Is it an easy DIY fix? Not much room on the side, I may need to remove the toilet to get to it.Tips / tricks from those who have done this replacement are welcome.Also, seems the kit i...

electrical problem

Looking for suggestions: The situation is that I went to my camper today and found out that I did not have 120V into the camper. I found that my shore cable had a burnt spot on the female end of the cable where it plugs into the side of the camper....

Follow-up on refrigerator temp problem

First I wanna thank everybody for the great information you provided. I started with the simplest solution first the wire for the thermistor was not long enough inside of the refrigerator to get it to its highest position I went in the back of the ex...

Skipg by Explorer
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false alarm "jacks down"

after sitting for a few days, I start my motorhome and when I put into drive, I get an alarm on the jacks panel and all lights flash telling me my jacks are down when they are not. After about 10 seconds, the alarm silences. This is intermittent, a...

andybren by Explorer
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No power to backup lights

We noticed the left backup light was out but the right was functioning. It was not a bad bulb. I pulled the socket and disconnected it and had no power to the light. Water was definitely getting into the light socket as there is some rust on it and t...

EMD360 by Explorer
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Disappointed in Disc Brakes

I admit, I choose that topic just to get your attention. It’s the actuator and its integration with the brake controller that leaves me disappointed. I’m very interested in hearing others’ experiences.We had Kodiak disc brakes and a Dexter actuator...

lenr by Explorer III
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Adding 12V outlet questions (did I do it right)

My TT doesn't have a 12V outlet so I decided to add one. I have two 12V deep cycle batteries connected in parallel.I decided to wire the DC outlet off of one of the LED lights. Everything is getting power. The DC outlet I purchased is below.https:...

KeithF40 by Explorer
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1993 Damon Intruder/P30 454 Overheating

Hey guys, hope y'all are doing well. We're having some issues with our 1993 Damon Intruder with the big block in it. For some background, last summer we were road tripping across some of the north western states. On the way back home thru Wyoming we ...

sewer hose that fits in bumper

So .... what manufacturer/model/color-of-hose will fit into the 3 3/4 inch ID square bumper tube? I had a pair of 15 ft red hoses with black ends that fit ... that I bought 10 yrs ago, not realizing that plastic gets brittle after a while ... and it...

Timeking by Explorer
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Fuel tank electrolosis rust removal

On my 93 Toyota the gas tank is very rusty inside as noted replacing fuel pump. Outside is rust free. There are replacement tanks available but have a litany of poor quality complaints. One person is on their 5th after market replacement tank. Th...

jjrbus by Explorer
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Converter / Charger Question

After using our 5th wheel this weekend I have a question – do I have a bad Converter / Charger?A couple times over the weekend, especially in the morning, having space heaters running, the lights would get very dim then the CO alarm would sound. If I...

Can1500w inverter or Honda 2k gen work 900w Microwave

My brother has a High Point microwave 900w with 1350w operating. He says the inverter won't run the microwave even on a totally isolated circuit. Starts then stops. Now he is worried that his Hoinda 2200i generator may not have enough power either...

Suspension questions

Hi all. I am going to replace my bolts and bushings as I suspect they are still the dry originals on the Road Warrior. The last 2 rigs I have owned, I replaced them with a wet kit that had bronze bushings and they have serviced me well. I have been r...

roy67ss by Explorer
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