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Onan Gold 7000 Starts fine, runs for 10 seconds Code 36

My Onan starts easily, runs for about 10 seconds, then shuts down. reports code 36. Try to re-start but will not, spits fuel out of the intake on carburetor. Wait until the next day, will start right back up, then dies after about 10 seconds. Code...

kmb1966 by Explorer
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Battery charger vs power converter

I know there is a difference between a power converter and a battery charger but what is it.Some of the new smart chargers look pretty capable.In my old school truck camper all there is are a few led lights.Uses very little power and very seldom plug...

kayco53 by Explorer
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new power max converter, problems

Replaced wfco 8955 converter with power max pm4b-55-mba converter. I put the new PM in today and followed the testing directions. Step 1. With only shore power hooked up and all DC fuses pulled and battery disconnected (No load): voltage reads 14.7...

shane102 by Explorer
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Shelf life of DEF fluid

I've read that DEF fluid doesn't have a very long shelf life so I was wondering about the fluid that's left in the coach tank during winter storage. Will it be okay for 3-5 months of storage or does the tank have to be drained somehow and fresh add...

HR 03 Neptune front brake pads

I am in No Fla and need new disc brake pads for the front of my Neptune. I am told the Bendick # MKD 786A pad set is discontinued. Anyone have info on replacement pads to these or who to call. Thanks

Charging with internal or external charger

We're going to brave some cold this weekend to get a first outing in our new (to us) Keystone Passport, but likely will end up in a campground without AC power.Realizing we're not going to make it 2 or 3 days without charging the battery, so we'll br...

dcf by Explorer
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Charge Line on Tow Vehicle Not Working

I have a 2007 Chevy Silverado. Everything on the wiring harness works perfectly except the "Charge Line". It is factory wired and worked last year. I have tested the female plug on the truck and everything works except the charge/power line. Does a...

parasitic drain

My rv has a 12 volt valve for the propane tank with to much parasitic drain, is there a way to leave the valve in the open position without the battery drain? ( it has a manual shut off) I tried a large magnet, didn't seem to work. the only way to op...

cdcorpe by Explorer
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Converter problem ?

2004 Jayco Class C motorhome . The last couple of nights I have noticed the interior lights dimming and brightening while plugged in to shore power. Also it seems like the furnace blower is changing speeds as well. After doing a little research it s...

What pressure or temp radiator cap for a 440 powered rig?

Someone replaced our cap at some point with the red lever style and that broke off.Would like to replace the cap with the proper original one. Wondering what pressure/temp one would've been stock to a 1979 with a 440 Dodge motor? I've read 12psi, 16p...

aaron7 by Explorer
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Circuit breaker tripping

This issue seemed to have started without any suspected cause.When using my onboard 7000w Onan gas generator, one of the two breakers would trip when using no more than we typically use.I the tried a similar size portable generator and am getting th...

Dimensions Inverter Problems

I am a novice when it comes to inverters. I have a Dimensions Unlimited Model WIN-12w6r3t "inverter only" in a 2007 Winnebago Adventurer 35A. It has a remote switch and function lights near my main control panel. The inverter doesn't seem to put o...

Atwood water heater ignition issue

Atwood water heater GCH10A-4E, 10 years old, original heater, works off of electric and propane. Has been working fine for many years. Recently though when I hit the switch for Propane it will fire for about two seconds and shuts off. It will run ...