Waiting on our 3170DS

[bclemens]

It's not really in an area of stress (like corners where the cap is attached). First glance it does look like some sort of impact...but I'm no expert on fiberglass.

[rsscully]

Nor am I. It is a hard pill for me to swallow that the denial was based solely on a photograph, without a rep of some sort seeing it in person. Seems like an easy out for FR to have me claim this on my insurance.

[bclemens]

Well, they would also go off of info from the dealer as well.

With about 8,000 units in the field with that cap and this is the first one we have seen like that, I'm not so sure its an easy out as much as it is an reasonable deduction. I'll ask our fiberglass guy if they have seen anything like this...but again, it has the tell tale signs of impact.

[jaibyrd]

Originally Posted by yvonthe1

The tires monitor is TM66**™ Series TPMS - Technical Support is hawsome. Get them they will save the day, and will make you life easier
The weight I had concern at first, weight the unit when new empty, just full fuel. And loaded it from there, we are 2 adult 2 kid
Yes it was a concern we've adapted
What are the brand of your hydraulic jack and where the control are located
I will install them, but needs more info and if you have any pictures on how and where each jack are mounted and the control
I will take mine for a spin this weekend the kids and I just can wait
Regards

Yvon

I'll be looking into the TPMS for sure. Will post some pics when I get the unit so you can see the levelers. My unit just came off-line and should be in paint now. We are thinking I should have it in a few weeks.

[BamaGrad]

A couple of questions about your TM66 on the 3170DS:
1. Did you have solid one-piece stems aded?
2. Did you have issues with the sensors "fitting" in the slots of wheel inserts?

I can barely get a air chuck on my stems through the slots in the wheel inserts. I really want to get a TPMS but am worried about the sensors fitting.

[yvonthe1]

Well the whole thing started on my trip
I notice my rear right tire was low on air, and had the tire remove and re install they did find the leak, finally it was the stem valves extension made with plastic, son I replace them all, and install the tpms66

And it save time on my checklist prior to departure and safer

[yvonthe1]

Also the sensor fits well in the well, with the proper valve extension they fit on properly and easy access even the inner tire

[yvonthe1]

An other thing I have on the new one, I replace all the bulbs to led, and get this they came from Home Depot they have them only in the usa,made by Philips and draw less amp and stay cold, the one with filament would probably over time melt the support and lense
I will try to put pictures of them

[yvonthe1]

also I have added top hat mirror from velvac,not only they look good, it makes the driving with a better view when passing

[757Dave]

[QUOTE=yvonthe1;838598]also I have added top hat mirror from velvac,not only they look good, it makes the driving with a better view when passing

Those look like they really help with driving.

Where did you purchase these? Were they difficult to install? A link for online? Thanks for sharing.

757Dave

[yvonthe1]

Originally Posted by BamaGrad

A couple of questions about your TM66 on the 3170DS:

1. Did you have solid one-piece stems aded?

2. Did you have issues with the sensors "fitting" in the slots of wheel inserts?



I can barely get a air chuck on my stems through the slots in the wheel inserts. I really want to get a TPMS but am worried about the sensors fitting.

Good day BamaGrad

Here are the picture of theta do mounted and the tool I use to inflate them specially the inner one

[yvonthe1]

[QUOTE=757Dave;838852]

Originally Posted by yvonthe1

also I have added top hat mirror from velvac,not only they look good, it makes the driving with a better view when passing



Those look like they really help with driving.



Where did you purchase these? Were they difficult to install? A link for online? Thanks for sharing.



757Dave

good day Dave

easy to install 5 minutes each,instruction are on the link below

I ordered them thru my UAP Napa dealer here in Montreal , where 86$ Canadian a year ago

Item Number 715373, Top Hat Add-On Convex Mirrors- White

http://velvac.thomasnet.com/Asset/7153722.01.pdf

Enjoy the view

[757Dave]

[QUOTE=yvonthe1;840339]

Originally Posted by 757Dave

good day Dave

easy to install 5 minutes each,instruction are on the link below

I ordered them thru my UAP Napa dealer here in Montreal , where 86$ Canadian a year ago

Item Number 715373, Top Hat Add-On Convex Mirrors- White

http://velvac.thomasnet.com/Asset/7153722.01.pdf

Enjoy the view

Thanks for your reply!

[jaibyrd]

So far all going according to plan. The long wait is just about over. The RV is now at Flagg. Have to head in and finalize all the paperwork so I can get my plates and pick up the unit on Wednesday. Very exciting stuff.

[n-e-d]

Stop at O'Connor's on the way home Just to the left of the I190 on ramp Good ole Irish food and libation Many happy miles to you and the family

[jaibyrd]

Thanks n-e-d, will keep that in mind when out that way. We will be coming in off 140 from I290. Will probably catch dinner at the Other Place Pub this go around.

[jaibyrd]

What a tease...got to see it. She's a little dirty from the trek to MA, but will be all clean once we come back Wednesday for pick up. Back to NH for now to get registered. 5 days to go.

[n-e-d]

Sweet

[BamaGrad]

we have that same color scheme on our 3170DS. Love the full body paint. It will look great when cleaned up. Enjoy!

[6inthefamily]

Wow, that looks really nice!