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Forum: Georgetown 12-22-2021, 03:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,345
Posted By Jim G
If the dash moves up and down you may be able to...

If the dash moves up and down you may be able to open the front hood and apply some Great Stuff spray insulation along to top where the chassis and dash come together. It will go into the seam as a...
Forum: Georgetown 12-22-2021, 03:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,498
Posted By Jim G
I do not know about the Berkshire, but most have...

I do not know about the Berkshire, but most have either a set of wires or a plug located somewhere around the base of the steering column. It is easy to find on a Ford, not sure about the Berkshire...
Forum: Georgetown 11-28-2021, 07:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,914
Posted By Jim G
Good luck. I tried at least 4 processes...

Good luck. I tried at least 4 processes recommended on u tube as well as

spent a lot of money on heat devices, chemicals, scrapers, etc,

after 40 hours I removed about 4 square feet, Pay a...
Forum: Georgetown 07-10-2021, 10:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,987
Posted By Jim G
Lippert steps are junk. I carry an extra motor...

Lippert steps are junk. I carry an extra motor and gear with me, have replace 4 times over about 6 years.
Forum: Georgetown 07-10-2021, 09:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,953
Posted By Jim G
Try hooking a charger or jumper cables or a...

Try hooking a charger or jumper cables or a jumper box to the battery and try thecoach power switch again. It is relay activated and if there is insufficient power to the relay it will not reset. Be...
Forum: Georgetown 05-11-2021, 09:04 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,305
Posted By Jim G
BTM is right. I did chf, sumo springs and rear...

BTM is right. I did chf, sumo springs and rear tracksteer.

I carry a motorcycle on the rear and it really made sway non-existent.

Have not needed spent the money on sway bars, the rv handles...
Forum: Georgetown 05-11-2021, 08:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 620
Posted By Jim G
We use labeled plastic containers. If you shop...

We use labeled plastic containers. If you shop around you can find some to fit very well. When you want an item you just pull out the labeled container.
Forum: Georgetown 02-07-2021, 02:14 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,948
Posted By Jim G
A guy came up with a good idea on another forum...

A guy came up with a good idea on another forum on FMCA.

The air intake on the 4-10 is in front of the engine, under the dash.

When a lot of air is entering the air filter, such as when...
Forum: Georgetown 01-22-2021, 10:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,193
Posted By Jim G
It may cost more but towing four down is...

It may cost more but towing four down is definitely better than a dolly. A dolly is a lot of hassle. A baseplate setup like Blue Ox or Roadmaster makes hooking up take only a few minutes. You will...
Forum: Georgetown 01-11-2021, 05:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,568
Posted By Jim G
Thanks. I followed your advice. Fortunately the...

Thanks. I followed your advice. Fortunately the steps are pretty easy to work on after doing it a few times. I have had nothing but problems on my last two new RV's with Kwikee steps. They were about...
Forum: Georgetown 01-11-2021, 05:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,184
Posted By Jim G
Nice Job ! Sounds like you did a lot of research...

Nice Job ! Sounds like you did a lot of research and went to a lot of trouble.

I am glad it worked out for you.
Personally, we try to keep things simple. Our 2018 RV came with two wally...
Forum: Georgetown 12-24-2020, 02:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,303
Posted By Jim G
I have AAA RV, will tow up to 100 miles. I have...

I have AAA RV, will tow up to 100 miles. I have used them many times, no problem except they will not change a tire, only tow to a shop. But one thing I use a lot as it will cover any vehicle at...
Forum: Georgetown 12-07-2020, 03:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,227
Posted By Jim G
NXR is right on. There are many threads about...

NXR is right on. There are many threads about people getting their unit home and having to drive it several miles back to the dealer and wait for weeks to get repairs done. We have bought three new...
Forum: Georgetown 11-28-2020, 09:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,330
Posted By Jim G
Not sure, but just a note: Some outlets, such as...

Not sure, but just a note: Some outlets, such as tv, fridge, are wired direct to the inverter to keep power on while traveling. If you plug in an electric heater to a plug that is wired to the...
Forum: Georgetown 11-07-2020, 09:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 688
Posted By Jim G
CA Fisherman is correct. There is an air duct to...

CA Fisherman is correct. There is an air duct to the outside bay area to protect the plumbing. Most units have electric heater mats on the fresh water tank that are thermostatically controlled. It...
Forum: Georgetown 11-07-2020, 09:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,053
Posted By Jim G
You will like them. I also installed a rear...

You will like them. I also installed a rear tracsteer, very little sway even with a 800# motorcycle on the rear.
Forum: Georgetown 11-04-2020, 09:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,266
Posted By Jim G
Iggy is correct. I have a 2018 that the fan comes...

Iggy is correct. I have a 2018 that the fan comes on but would not ignite.

There is a micro switch with a blade that senses the fan being on and lets power to the igniter. I removed my switch to...
Forum: Georgetown 10-12-2020, 09:08 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 19,775
Posted By Jim G
Motorhome Magazine just did a review this month....

Motorhome Magazine just did a review this month. Pretty favorable, they did not mention the spark plug wire issues. Hopefully they have a fix for that.
Forum: Georgetown 09-29-2020, 09:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,290
Posted By Jim G
I had the same problem on a 337. It is...

I had the same problem on a 337.

It is possible that the propane safety alarm system is hard wired to the battery so it stays on all the time to set off an alarm if there is a propane leak. The...
Forum: Georgetown 09-29-2020, 09:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,142
Posted By Jim G
I carry a motorcycle on the rear often on...

I carry a motorcycle on the rear often on mountain roads. Had some sway due to the turns and all the extra weight on the back, so installed a trac bar. Made a nice difference, barely any sway now...
Forum: Georgetown 09-03-2020, 03:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,118
Posted By Jim G
I am not sure about yur rv, but power to the...

I am not sure about yur rv, but power to the antenna does not happen until the small button on the cable inlet cover behind the tv is pressed to change from cable to antenna. This may help.
Forum: Georgetown 06-16-2020, 09:10 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,497
Posted By Jim G
We tow a Chevrolet 4wd Colorado and love it....

We tow a Chevrolet 4wd Colorado and love it. Weighs 4800, we can carry a Harley in the back and still be under 6000.

Also tow a 2018 Equinox. Love it too, weighs 100 lb less. Only problem is
...
Forum: Georgetown 01-30-2020, 09:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 660
Posted By Jim G
I did mine, it is not too bad. There are screws...

I did mine, it is not too bad. There are screws under the seat frame that hold it in. It can be taken out in three pieces.
I took mine into a shop and put on a bench to reupholster, then put them...
Forum: Georgetown 01-05-2020, 10:13 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 8,209
Posted By Jim G
My suggestion would be like the others, ...

My suggestion would be like the others,

many people spend a lot of money on stuff just to find that the tire inflation, balance or alignment was wrong. I have had 5 rv's on the Ford chassis, by...
Forum: Georgetown 01-03-2020, 02:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 674
Posted By Jim G
There is a long cord inside the extension that...

There is a long cord inside the extension that presses in on the valve stem when

the stem on the extension is pressed.

Try tightenng it first, that someimes will fix it.

It is a common...
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