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A/C Shroud Repair vs Replacement

A very large tree limb fell flat on the roof and fortunately did no major damage. It made a 5" and 2" hole in the A/C shroud which I covered with Gorilla tape on the inside and outside.9 months later after summer travel and considering several replac...

bear service, Alko axles

Our 2013 Passport 3220BH has Alko 3500 lb axles under it, we bought the camper used last year and the dealer said that they had "checked the bearings" as part of their multi point inspection of the camper prior to taking delivery. We live in Wisconsi...

PHS79 by Explorer
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radio speakers

anyone have any suggestions or know of a web site with good out doors radio speakers, mine are shot

old_guy by Explorer
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PCV for adding a fuel pump to Champion Inverter 3100

Ok, So There's no way I'm gonna pay someone to ship me all the parts to and an external fuel tank for my Champion 3100. The guy selling this kit sells all the parts minus the tank fro almost $250 (OUCH). I have pieced together the entire kit on AZ fo...

Air Conditioner "click"

20 yr old Jayco on a permanent site. Most exciting part of Spring is turning on A/C to see if it will cool for another year.This month started A/C and heard a sharp click from the A/C before it stared. Seemed to cool just fine and responded to the t...

Terry_25 by Explorer
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Solar Battery Tender

I would like to have a small solar panel to keep my batteries charged in storage. I wouldn't mind if it could charge the batteries for overnight use as well, but I really don't want to spend a lot as we don't boondock very much. Living in the Phoenix...

Trouble with Norcold 390D

I have an old Norcold 12v DC/ 120v AC fridge that is not getting below 45°, It has been doing fine except I sometimes hear it make a moaning sound when running. The last time I took it out it didn't keep anything cold and the freezer compartment didn...

MickD by Explorer
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Battery covers do I need them?

TT battery's are behind the propane bottles tucked into their own little spot. Battery covers are a hassle to remove to check the water level. Batteries are in a location that protected from road debris. If the batteries explode I'm looking at the f...

path1 by Explorer
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Champion 2000 Watt Inverters

After looking at Hondas Yamahas, etc, I ended up buying 2 Champions with the Parellel Kit. Opened them both up and put in .4 litres of 10/30 oil in it and it left oil all over the place.Cleaned up mess and it left another the next day. The other Gene...

shelby17 by Explorer
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Cummins Onan Generator oil

After countless hours of searching, I could not find the the oil specs recommended for the rv generator. I finally broke down and went to my local Cummins center, and bought the factory Onamax 15w-40. I say broke down, but honestly at $5.50/quart, ...

NORCOLD Frig

Help! I just called NORCOLD for help. The plastic part on the botton of the frig that covers the pin supporting the door open and closed broke. NORCOLD states they have no replacement parts, and I must replace the entire lower door. Any ideas for...

Small Electric Barbecue Wattage?

Obviously going to be used with public power or generator...not an R.V. inverter and small battery bank.Four hours into this - the Mexican server has allowed me three web pages to appear. I would like to get your personal opinions and advice.Why? Why...

Holiday Rambler storage compartment door removal

I need to remove a storage compartment door due to something causing a bulge in the "hinge" area when it's closed. I think its a "curl under the side trim" type of attachment. Has anybody removed theirs that can suggest a hint? I do not see a true hi...

Hydronics 101 Needed

Good Day all,In the preliminary investigation of a DP. Most of the coaches we have been looking at have the Hydronics systems for water heating and heat. ( 2005-2011 range )Some it was an option others is standard.Questions are as follows:Having this...

Smoke Machine

I want to do some testing for leaks, drafts, and airflow in and around my travel trailer. What makes a cheap, safe, easy to use source of smoke?

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