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Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 10-30-2019, 05:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,075
Posted By TryingToLearn
not a tpms system but extenders that won't let...

not a tpms system but extenders that won't let the air out if damaged or cut! This is what came on my Sunseeker. Gave us issues until we found out it is a pressureless valve. the center stem...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 10-06-2019, 08:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,809
Posted By TryingToLearn
I can't help but respond to this arrogant and...

I can't help but respond to this arrogant and condescending post. Someone was kind enough to try to assist you even without being given sufficient information to work with. The fact that there was...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-21-2019, 11:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,554
Posted By TryingToLearn
If you're just concerned when it's parked for...

If you're just concerned when it's parked for long periods, fashion a clip in cover for it. something with light enough friction so if you forget about it it will blow off when it's started. (or...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 09-16-2019, 09:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,989
Posted By TryingToLearn
The valve itself will move once the 4 bolts are...

The valve itself will move once the 4 bolts are out and the 1 bracket that the bolts hold on will move off the valve but there doesn't seem to be any room to move the fittings enough to get the valve...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 09-14-2019, 04:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,989
Posted By TryingToLearn
The valve body can rotate 360 degrees in place...

The valve body can rotate 360 degrees in place but I'm going to have to get back under there to see if I can pry it apart with a tool. Have only used hand strength so far. I had replaced the cable...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 09-14-2019, 02:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,989
Posted By TryingToLearn
by "the other 4" would I be correct in assuming...

by "the other 4" would I be correct in assuming you mean on the grey valve? Since there is no play on the black, my logic (faulty as it may be) says there would be just as much on the grey valve! ...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 09-14-2019, 02:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,989
Posted By TryingToLearn
Thanks for the response. And was your grey &...

Thanks for the response.

And was your grey & black piped together like mine? Do I just need some force to pry it apart? I was reluctant to apply force for fear I'd break one of the corner tabs...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 09-14-2019, 11:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,989
Posted By TryingToLearn
Black Tank Valve = easy - LOL

I keep reading how easy it is to replace the seals or valve on the black tank but no one actually posts pictures or gives DETAILED step by step.
I've posted 2 pics of my Sunseeker waste system from...
Forum: Cedar Creek 08-22-2019, 12:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,607
Posted By TryingToLearn
I'm not sure where but I recall reading the...

I'm not sure where but I recall reading the radius of a bend in the cable should be no less than 12". That's not much of a bend but it makes perfect sense. I was able to shorten my cable by...
Forum: Georgetown 06-18-2019, 11:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,373
Posted By TryingToLearn
The issue is the plunger comes in 2 different...

The issue is the plunger comes in 2 different materials. Cast and steel. The cast being less expensive is what is installed by the RV manufacturer and the result is a high percentage of failure. ...
Forum: General Community Discussions 05-23-2019, 06:29 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 11,247
Posted By TryingToLearn
Based on the height of the RV in front of the...

Based on the height of the RV in front of the pole, this is a 120' flagpole thus allowing a 30' flag, not 40.
Forum: Dollars & Cents 05-18-2019, 03:34 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 9,956
Posted By TryingToLearn
I'm not sure about a TT, although I don't see why...

I'm not sure about a TT, although I don't see why not, but for a motorhome there's another item to be considered. Notify the manufacturer who the vehicle has been sold to along with their address so...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 05-17-2019, 09:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,020
Posted By TryingToLearn
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Forum: Cedar Creek 03-05-2019, 07:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,375
Posted By TryingToLearn
My concerrn with this type of adapter is it makes...

My concerrn with this type of adapter is it makes the hitch longer thus increasing the 'lever' effect of your load and very possibly giving the bike carrier more shake!
Forum: General Community Discussions 02-28-2019, 02:54 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,126
Posted By TryingToLearn
Took mine in to a dealer 4 hours from home for a...

Took mine in to a dealer 4 hours from home for a slide issue, AFTER I interviewed the manager about specifics on the problem, and was told would have it back in a week. 3 months later (and many...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 02-28-2019, 02:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,361
Posted By TryingToLearn
Unless it's not a screwable screw. :eek:Consider...

Unless it's not a screwable screw. :eek:Consider turning it 90 degrees and try opening the cover. Maybe it's a "keyhole" screw that is not meant to be removed. You may have to pull on the cover...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 02-14-2019, 06:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,588
Posted By TryingToLearn
After the recall was addressed on my rig I had...

After the recall was addressed on my rig I had strange issues with the lights as well. Unplugged the junction box connecter, dried it out and put it back together, sealed it and voila, no more...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 01-23-2019, 10:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,043
Posted By TryingToLearn
Like programmers that don't use the application,...

Like programmers that don't use the application, I think designers don't use the RV's.

The light on my drivers side near the back of the rig is controlled by a switch on the same control panel...
Forum: Slide Outs 01-21-2019, 11:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,080
Posted By TryingToLearn
If you're not bouncing up & down I wouldn't worry...

If you're not bouncing up & down I wouldn't worry about it but if you are driving with someone sitting there put a wooden wedge under the end to ensure there is no up & down movement since the slide...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 01-21-2019, 11:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,588
Posted By TryingToLearn
It is CRITICAL that everything be aligned within...

It is CRITICAL that everything be aligned within 1/4 inch. I was also informed by a very reliable source (tech) that if you have the full slide & have a passenger riding in the dinette, you should...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 01-12-2019, 12:32 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 11,610
Posted By TryingToLearn
Dealer told us to add some every 3rd tank. ...

Dealer told us to add some every 3rd tank. Dealer had no clue.

When the DEF warning light comes on we added 2 1/2 gallons without a problem. Purchased Blue DEF box at Walmart. Warning light...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 01-03-2019, 10:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,160
Posted By TryingToLearn
Quick fix for me was to find the controller...

Quick fix for me was to find the controller underneath by the rear bumper, open the connector, dry it out and put it back together. Had to unplug it and plug it back in several times. Once it...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 01-01-2019, 06:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,989
Posted By TryingToLearn
RedLdr1...

RedLdr1 (https://www.forestriverforums.com/forums/members/redldr1-65054.html) got it right. Apparently it's too much effort for FR to route the cables properly and then cut them to length so instead...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 01-01-2019, 06:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,989
Posted By TryingToLearn
With all due respect Mike - DO NOT USE WD-40. It...

With all due respect Mike - DO NOT USE WD-40. It is a solvent, NOT a lubricant. Learned this the hard way and now use the same spray recommended for the Schwintek slide tracks - CRC High Performance...
Forum: Dynamax 10-11-2018, 01:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,681
Posted By TryingToLearn
But nobody asked the IMPORTANT question! Did he...

But nobody asked the IMPORTANT question! Did he fix the squeak?:D
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