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Re: 2022 Tiffin Open Road, Ford 7.3L V8. Exhaust system too hot
While I realize this is may not be the best comparison, we encountered a similar problem when we bought our "new to us" 1997 Rexhall Aerbus in 2006 (460 cu in V8). We purchased the RV in California and during the drive to our home in Colorado, my right foot became very warm (even hot at times) due to the coach design and the placement of the factory exhaust manifold. We installed a Banks header system and, besides the added power, my "hot right foot problem" vanished. I am not familiar with the new Ford V8 configuration, but just relaying what worked for us. One would think the coach builder would have thought this through, although that was certainly not the case for us. Hope the OP can find a solution. We still have our Rexhall and, for the most part, it continues to be a great RV. Best regards, Lowell892Views0likes0CommentsRe: Banks Exhaust
Installed a Banks system with Trans Command in our "new to us" 1997 Rexhall (7.5 L V8 powered) in 2006 with 20,000 miles on it. Great support from the factory any time I had a question during the installation. It was a good upgrade as it was just beginning to have the typical stock exhaust manifold issues (cracked rear exhaust manifold bolt). Have put an additional 38,000 trouble free miles on it since then with no problems. Extra power here in the mountains in Colorado sure helps and my right foot stays cooler. Banks is not the cheapest option, but the quality is excellent. YMMV Best regards, Lowell546Views0likes0CommentsRe: Looking at a 1998 Rexhall Aerbus 29XL
We have a 1997 Rexhall 3250, single slide. When we purchased it in 2006 it had 18,000 miles on it. We changed all of the tires, fluids, filters, fuel pump, shocks, and spark plugs. On the pre-V10 F53 chassis, the fuel pump was a potential problem if the chassis was manufactured before a certain date (don't recall what the date was, but ours fell into the problematic category). Installed a Banks system on it. Since then, we have driven it an additional 40,000 miles, including a 7,000 plus mile trip to Alaska and back in 2007. Never had a problem getting parts for it. We did replace the refrigerator with a residential unit 5 years ago as the Dometic failed and incorporated a slide-out pantry next to it. Also upgraded the TVs to flat screens. Overall, the Rexhall has been a very dependable motorhome for us and we plan to keep it for many more years. The price does seem a little high. Somewhere around $15K seems like a more realistic figure. Best regards, Lowell585Views0likes0CommentsRe: 1997 Rexhall Aerbus Window parts
We have a 1997 Rexhall Aerbus 3250. All of the windows, except for the windshield, are made by the company "HEHR." Don't know if they are still in business. There are also some RV salvage yards listed on the internet that might have what you are looking for. Overall, our Rexhall has been very dependable. The only major replacement issues have been the Dometic fridge (replaced with a residential and a slide out pantry, after 18 years), and the furnace (replaced with new, quieter version last year). Also installed flatscreens in front and rear, although the original TVs still worked (just an upgrade). Plan to keep it many more years. Update:Just did a quick search. HEHR is still in business. Lots of RV window types. Best regards, Lowell605Views0likes0CommentsRe: Front windshield and info for insurance
Several years ago, during a trip in Alaska, both of our windshield panels on our 1997 Rexhall Aerbus were damaged. Our insurance company at the time (State Farm) had us call Duncan Systems for replacements. Duncan Systems allowed us to contact a local windshield replacement company and they shipped the windshield to them for installation in our Aerbus. Fortunately, before we left for Alaska, I upgraded the windshield coverage to full coverage with no deductable and everything was taken care of. Best regards, Lowell307Views0likes0CommentsRe: Brake Job on 95 F53 ***Update***
Purchased our 1997 Rexhall in 2006 with 18,500 miles on it. One of the first things I did was replace the brake calipers with re-built ones from NAPA. I also replaced the brake hoses, and brake fluid. One of the reasons I went with the NAPA calipers was the metal pistons used (heard the stock, phenolic ones were not good) The calipers also came with guide pins incorporating stainless steel. Used permatex disk brake caliper lube when I installed the pins. Last year, after 35,000 trouble free miles (including a trip to Alaska and back), decided to pack the front wheel bearings and check the caliper pins. After repacking the bearings, re-lubed the caliper pins, reassembled, and everything is good again. Living in Colorado, going out of the state often means going over mountain passes. Never any sticking calipers or other brake problems. Just my experience, others may differ. Best regards, Lowell432Views0likes0CommentsRe: suburban water heater relief valve - dripping
Had the same problem with our water heater during a spring break trip to the Texas hill country. Normally I flush the water heater before beginning our camping season. However, since we left Colorado in freezing conditions, I had no water in the system when we left and during our first overnight in Texas, after filling the water system, the water heater began to leak at the temp/press relief valve. Went to Ace H/W and picked up a new one. Installed it and the problem went away. Upon inspecting the old one, there was considerable debris stuck in the valve, either due to my not flushing the tank beforehand, or just age. At that point, it didn't really matter as everything worked fine during the trip and all continues to be ok. I flushed the tank this spring anyway just to be sure all of the debris was gone. Replacing the relief valve is pretty easy. Best regards, Lowell613Views0likes0CommentsRe: How old is TOO old??
rgatijnet1 - Actually you did generalize more. Guess it is due to your judgmental nature and inability to recognize it. Anyone that reads your posts can easily see that. I do not do pot, legal or otherwise. You are a pretty sorry excuse for a human being. Not worried about your relatives serving in the military here in Colorado. Poor excuse for a hollow sort of threat. Best regards, Lowell393Views0likes0CommentsRe: How old is TOO old??
bobkatmsu - please remove your comment from the text in my response. rgatijnet1 - nice of you to generalize about a person's driving abilities without ever knowing, or observing them. Please stay in Florida and don't come to Colorado. We have a great state here and would rather you, and people like you, stay where you are. And yes, I do my best to stay out of Florida as much as possible. In my opinion, General Grant was correct. To clarify - my response to the op was just to provide a data point that might help him evaluate his situation. Obviously there are many other factors to consider. I had no intention of getting into a urinating contest with anyone. Unfortunately in many forums, including this one, this seems to be the path that some choose. Best regards, Lowell394Views0likes0Comments
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