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Re: Interior door jamb broken
I can probably repair it with a brace strip of wood and some good glue. Was just hoping it was some standard, universal type part. Thanks for the help! TomC
Jun 19, 2014 Place Fifth Wheel Group
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Interior door jamb broken
The passage door jamb is made of plastic and has broken on the door lock side. Are those available anywhere or does one fabricate a brace or replacement on your own? Any help is appreciated. Trailer model is in my signature. Thanks TomC
Jun 18, 2014 Place Fifth Wheel Group
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Re: Any 12 valve Cummins guys left out there?
I really like my '97. I have 313,000 miles on it now. Towing the 5th wheel I get 12-13 and non-towing 20-21 mpg. It is a good thing I like the truck as it is what I can afford in my retirement. For owners to be, I would much advise additional instrumentation like EGT gauge and transmission temp. gauge. TomC
Jun 05, 2014 Place Travel Trailer Group
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Lap sealant removal
I have to replace some uv damaged vents atop my 5th wheel with a rubber roof. Has anyone used one of the oscllating tools with the flexible blade to peel back the lap sealant on the vents? Putty knives work but slowly and can cut the roof if not careful. Any better ideas? Thanks TomC
Sep 28, 2013 Place Technical Issues
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Re: What Type of Camper to Buy?
Don't worry too much about the 6.2 diesel. By now you have had the injection pump rebuilt and gotten rid of the assinine rubber drive in the pump. If more power is needed, get a Banks turbo kit. The 6.2 engines are reliable enough with care given to keeping clean coolant. TomC
Sep 28, 2013 Place RV Newbies
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Re: 97 cummins sucking air
I want to replace the rubber lines at the tank on my truck but with the 5th wheel hitch stuff, a bigger pain than I want to pull the bed. This is easy with the hoist in my shop except... Oh well, probably will have to repair alongside the road one of these days.
Sep 03, 2013 Place Travel Trailer Group
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Re: tow vehicle update...2004 6.0 diesel??
If the truck gets a good OASIS report, I would buy it. Then do as others suggested with fluid change and coolant flush. A coolant filter should then be installed. A bypass oil filter is also a good investment. FWIW TomC
Aug 31, 2013 Place Travel Trailer Group
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Re: Dodge transmission
Interesting information! I have heard that the CTD applications of the 47RE do better because of larger trans. cooler lines. Around here (So. Texas) 175,000 to 200,000 is good transmission life. This assumes good care of your stuff. TomC
Aug 21, 2013 Place Travel Trailer Group
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Re: Fifth hitch issue
I had to do a tow or two with my hitch install. My rails were in the truck when I bought it but had a tough time settling the hitch into the rails. Loosening the bolts and using a deadblow hammer got them in. After towing a few times, all is well. I too have to tap out the pins at times. TomC
Aug 09, 2013 Place Fifth Wheel Group
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Re: Truck Questions. Ford to Chevy
Is your '94 a powerstroke or an IDI engine? If it is an IDI non-turbo engine, then a turbo kit from Banks or ATS is a good investment from my experience. A powerstroke can also be improved for a cost much cheaper than a new(er) truck.TomC
Jul 22, 2013 Place Fifth Wheel Group
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