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Re: Breakdown Information
RV particulars: Foretravel FX350 Diesel Pusher Driveline (Engine, Transmission): 3208 Cat, Allison 4 speed Miles: 144,000 Year: 1981 Break Down Description: Symptoms: Overheated on Interstate. Temp guage topped out. Smoke & steam trail. Effect: Immediate pull over & shut down situation. Cause: Blown Radiator heater hose Outcome: Lucky. Hose blew right next to radiator. After the engine cooled down I removed the hose at the radiator, cut off 4", (the part with the hole) and reattached it. Then filled the radiator with fresh water from my tank and I was back on the road. Oddly enough, I had just had the RV serviced and told them to replace any worn belts or soft hoses. At my first opportunity I replaced the broken (repaired) hose myself, and added anti-freeze/coolant. Good thing too, because the hose had another bubble that was ready to burst.459Views0likes0Comments
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