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Re: Front floor mats for 2013 PW Lexor?
I don't remember the brand of the seat covers. I bought them 10 years ago! I keep moving them to the next RV. They seem to fit any seat as there are laces on the sides to adjust the fit. I have them in my current van. I did have to cut a slit and make a hole for the armrest post. They're a nylon or polyester type material so I used heat to seal the cut edges to prevent fraying. Some armrests pop off easy and some don't seem to come off at all.429Views0likes0CommentsRe: Front floor mats for 2013 PW Lexor?
I put a 1 piece front mat in a Chevy Express I owned back in 2007. It was made by Lloyd Mats and it was their Rubbertite line. Looks like you can still get them through shops like JC Whitney. http://www.jcwhitney.com/frameset/?pl=rt&make=Chevrolet&model=Express+3500&year=2012 I posted a few photos on Class B Forum if you want to see how it fits the cab area: http://www.classbforum.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?f=12&t=548 Looks like they're available in more colors now. Part # 3178080 looks the same as what I had.429Views0likes0CommentsRe: New cargo carrier for "B"s
Arizona Kid wrote: So how to you escape out the rear if there is a fire? This may be illegal in US........... It's smart to think ahead about an escape route. When you think about it, most (maybe all?) hitch type carriers block exit from the rear doors. Stow-away, Rola, Nicova, Lets go Aero etc. My bike rack can prevent me from opening the rear doors. I don't take the rack off at night.415Views0likes0CommentsRe: Aux battery tray in a sprinter
John - those aren't my batteries. Just a photo of what is in a current model Roadtrek. I don't know where the battery tray comes from. I think Roadtrek is currently using model 8AGC2 6v AGMs made by East Penn. The could have various brand labels. If they are then the measurements would be approx. 10 1/2"L x 7 1/2"W x 10 1/2"H (each). Looks like they are side-by-side so the pair would be approximately 10 1/2"L x 15"W x 10 1/2"H. Ideally, all the batteries in a battery bank would be the same type, brand, model, capacity and age. That said I think it would work OK. It's not perfect and you won't find anyone recommending mixing the batteries like that but I've been running a mixed bank for about two years now and all is well. My batteries aren't heavily used though - that might affect them differently. Other forum members here might let you know about their experiences mixing different batteries in a battery bank.540Views0likes0CommentsRe: Aux battery tray in a sprinter
OKPETE wrote: .............. I can't see how two batteries of any size can fit in the late models of the Mb chassis in the eng.bay.......... Pete - Roadtrek puts two 6 volt AGM "house" or "coach" batteries under-the-hood on newer MB Spinters. (not chassis batteries)541Views0likes0CommentsRe: RV Power Protection
There's a handy chart here: http://www.rvupgradestore.com/Articles.asp?ID=279 that lists and shows a comparison of the features of the various SurgeGuard and Progressive surge protection devices. There are 8 30amp models listed. 5 are portable and 3 are hardwired. The chart helps you sort through the features and the cost of the devices and would be good to narrow down your search. You might want a device that offers Ground Fault Shutdown for example. Then visit the manufacturer websites to confirm the info. The chart shows that the SurgeGuard 44740 for example doesn't have Surge Protection but that is not accurate. The Progressive EMS-HW30C seems to have the most YES answers in the chart for the 30 amp models but it is not a portable unit.409Views0likes0CommentsRe: Ball joints unnecessarily replaced during MVI
Thanks for posting the info. You can download New Brunswick's Official Vehicle Inspection Station Manual - Mechanic's Guide here: http://www2.gnb.ca/content/dam/gnb/Departments/ps-sp/pdf/Publications/ovism-e.pdf It is handy to have. At the very least you'll know the shop is testing as per the guide's instructions. There are many references to wear in "excess of manufacturer’s service specifications" but those specs aren't easy to get.246Views0likes0CommentsRe: Sewer Solution
I would clean off all the WD40 with soapy water. There's a large rubber O-ring in some fittings that could get weakened by the WD40 over time. I have made up a few sewer hoses with fittings usually finish them with black tape to help make a good seal and I put the hose clamp over the taped section of hose. I think your idea to try to find a fitting that fits better is a good idea. There will be slight variations in size tolerances between brands. Some may have tabs that help you grip it better.429Views0likes0Comments
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