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Forum: FR3 12-19-2018, 02:17 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 12,823
Posted By Jim Wiemels
HortMi - Did you have your roof repaired or...

HortMi - Did you have your roof repaired or replaced ? Was the work done at your RV Dealer or Forest River in Indiana ? Are you please with the work ? I contacted Forest River warranty today and...
Forum: FR3 12-18-2018, 10:54 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 12,823
Posted By Jim Wiemels
OldGunny, I had the roof ballooning roof issue on...

OldGunny, I had the roof ballooning roof issue on our 2016 30DS in August while 2,000 miles into a 10,000 mile trip to the West-coast. After discovering the problem which was similar to your photo,...
Forum: FR3 12-03-2018, 02:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,112
Posted By Jim Wiemels
We have a 2016 FR3 30DS with 42,200 miles and 2...

We have a 2016 FR3 30DS with 42,200 miles and 2 years ago had air raising the floor while driving in strong winds. At that time RV service improved the sealing around the engine cover which seemed...
Forum: FR3 11-19-2018, 10:39 PM
Replies: 421
Views: 89,754
Posted By Jim Wiemels
Casino Queen RV Park 200 Front St East St...

Casino Queen RV Park
200 Front St
East St Louis, IL 62201
Forum: FR3 11-19-2018, 02:34 PM
Replies: 421
Views: 89,754
Posted By Jim Wiemels
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Forum: FR3 11-19-2018, 10:56 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,287
Posted By Jim Wiemels
Exterior Ladder for FR3 30DS

I need to replace a damaged ladder on our 2016 FR3 30DS. Just checking if anyone knows the part number and where to order it ?
Thank you. Jim
Forum: FR3 10-22-2018, 06:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,151
Posted By Jim Wiemels
Location of fuse for passenger dash cigarette lighter:

I successfully have blown the fuse on both dash cigarette power outlets. I know the driver side outlet is a 20 amp fuse located in the engine compartment (number 22) per the Ford F53 owners manual. ...
Forum: FR3 09-06-2018, 09:19 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,328
Posted By Jim Wiemels
We have a 2016 FR3 30DS and are currently looking...

We have a 2016 FR3 30DS and are currently looking at a 2019 Tiffin Allegro 32SA. How would you compare the ride, handling and cabin noise of your new Tiffin to the FR3 especially with the longer...
Forum: FR3 08-14-2018, 06:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,005
Posted By Jim Wiemels
Rubber Roof Ballooning

We are currently 2,000 miles into a 9,000 mile west coast trip through Canada and return by way of southern US to Michigan. Yesterday we noticed the first 2 to 4 feet of the rubber roof ballooning. I...
Forum: FR3 07-26-2018, 09:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 823
Posted By Jim Wiemels
Today I purchased a new motor, installed it and...

Today I purchased a new motor, installed it and the power awning now runs fine.
Forum: FR3 07-25-2018, 08:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 823
Posted By Jim Wiemels
Awning stopped working

Tonight as we attempted to retract the power awning it stopped about 1/3 of the way to closing. The motor seemed to run very slow then stopped. The 15 amp fuse was good and using a tester the switch...
Forum: FR3 06-21-2018, 05:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,777
Posted By Jim Wiemels
Tire Replacement (Goodyear vs Michelin)

I am looking to replace the tires on our 2016 FR3 30DS. The Ford Chassis is a 2015 model year. The RV has 35,000 miles and the wear I believe has been OK with some tires wearing better than others....
Forum: FR3 06-15-2018, 07:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,711
Posted By Jim Wiemels
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Forum: FR3 06-15-2018, 07:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,711
Posted By Jim Wiemels
Our Domestic 320 came with a very nice wood...

Our Domestic 320 came with a very nice wood toilet seat like you would use in a home.
Forum: FR3 06-15-2018, 05:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,711
Posted By Jim Wiemels
Last Fall I installed a Domestic 320 in our 2016...

Last Fall I installed a Domestic 320 in our 2016 FR3 30DS and it is tight to the wall but fits fine. I ordered the new toilet on Amazon and took me 1/2 hour to install. What a great improvement over...
Forum: FR3 05-27-2018, 11:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,361
Posted By Jim Wiemels
Atwood Air conditioner Error Code E4

Today, the first time using our 2016 30DS A/C and it will not run and displays an error code E4. Just wondering if anyone else has had this issue with the Atwood 15,000 BTU unit ? Thanks. Jim
Forum: FR3 05-12-2018, 04:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,104
Posted By Jim Wiemels
mjessie, thanks for the recommendation, did you...

mjessie, thanks for the recommendation, did you have to modify the door lock opening or did it fit without a problem once you determined how to install ? Our unit is a 2016 FR3 and I don’t know what...
Forum: FR3 05-11-2018, 10:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,104
Posted By Jim Wiemels
FR3Traverer - Thank you for your recommendation,...

FR3Traverer - Thank you for your recommendation, I ordered the Trimark lock from Amazon and will have it Monday.
Forum: FR3 05-11-2018, 08:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,104
Posted By Jim Wiemels
Broken Door Latch

Our daughter and family are currently traveling in our 2016 FR3 30DS. This evening she called and the door latch assembly jammed and after crawling in a window and disassembly it from the inside...
Forum: General Motorhome Discussion 05-11-2018, 07:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 832
Posted By Jim Wiemels
Broken Door Latch Assembly

Our daughter and family are currently traveling in our 2016 FR3 30DS. This evening she called and the door latch assembly jammed and after crawling in a window and disassembly it from the inside...
Forum: FR3 01-02-2018, 04:16 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 16,126
Posted By Jim Wiemels
I upgraded to the Domestic 320 two months ago on...

I upgraded to the Domestic 320 two months ago on our 2016 30DS. What a improvement that I would highly recommended and easy to install.
Forum: FR3 12-27-2017, 11:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,454
Posted By Jim Wiemels
The FR3 32DS has a heavier F53 Chassis so Gerry...

The FR3 32DS has a heavier F53 Chassis so Gerry might spec a Sumo Spring that can handle the additional load that’s 7” long. I found the Sumo Spring organization very helpful and the installed Sumo...
Forum: FR3 12-27-2017, 12:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,454
Posted By Jim Wiemels
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Forum: FR3 12-27-2017, 12:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,454
Posted By Jim Wiemels
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Forum: FR3 12-27-2017, 12:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,454
Posted By Jim Wiemels
A little over two years ago I had Sumo Springs...

A little over two years ago I had Sumo Springs installed on our FR3 30DS. On the right rear of our unit there is a gusset welded to the frame that prevented the upper bracket from being positioned...
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