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Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 08-30-2014, 05:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,116
Posted By MountainMan43
Run the cable from the. Tailgater directly to the...

Run the cable from the. Tailgater directly to the back of the 211 and then from the 211 to the SAT-in connector on the back of the distribution system. Then push the SAT buttons on the TVs you want...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 08-01-2014, 08:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,240
Posted By MountainMan43
Would these fit in place of the jack knife sofa...

Would these fit in place of the jack knife sofa in the slide of a 3170.
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 08-01-2014, 07:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,720
Posted By MountainMan43
We tow a 2013 Focus 5 speed. It has no steering...

We tow a 2013 Focus 5 speed. It has no steering wheel lock. We just put it in Neutral and turn off the parking brake. Have towed it for 28,000 miles now without a problem. No key in the ignition....
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 07-19-2014, 08:39 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,494
Posted By MountainMan43
My thoughts

My thoughts are this. I bought a 2013 3170 DS last year and have driven the wheels off of it. There are things that make me wonder what the engineers were thinking, but overall it is a great unit. ...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 07-19-2014, 07:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 984
Posted By MountainMan43
I did and they are in a thread on here. Try a...

I did and they are in a thread on here. Try a search for my posts.
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 06-04-2014, 08:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,051
Posted By MountainMan43
Nope, mine is the same way. Just poor...

Nope, mine is the same way. Just poor engineering. This is why the folks who design these things should have to live in them for a month. I hook a bungee to the strap on the fresh water inlet and...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 04-22-2014, 08:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,881
Posted By MountainMan43
We are looking to do the same thing. Either two...

We are looking to do the same thing. Either two recliners or a love seat with an armrest in the center. The problem is find a wall hugger that will fit on that small, 21 1/2 in shelf.
Forum: General Community Discussions 04-16-2014, 09:33 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 24,744
Posted By MountainMan43
Outside entertainment systems

I didnt think it was a big deal until we camped next to a family in Il. They kept the outside TV on 24/7. Holding myself back from commenting on ol 40 minute warm up guy.
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 04-16-2014, 08:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,154
Posted By MountainMan43
Hey BClemens, is there any way I can purchase one...

Hey BClemens, is there any way I can purchase one of the new jack knife sofas for a 3170? The one with flip up footrests?
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 04-16-2014, 07:57 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,463
Posted By MountainMan43
Ive pulled a Ford Focus behind my 3170 for over...

Ive pulled a Ford Focus behind my 3170 for over 20,000 in the last year with zero problems.
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 03-17-2014, 07:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,259
Posted By MountainMan43
I believe its just a knob. I have the same...

I believe its just a knob. I have the same system and thats how I adjust it.
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 02-27-2014, 11:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 710
Posted By MountainMan43
The frame repair went great. Looks really good. ...

The frame repair went great. Looks really good.

As for the tranney, I don't know a whole lot about this. I have to go with the people at the Ford dealer. They are waiting on parts and I should...
Forum: General Community Discussions 02-27-2014, 08:42 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 22,173
Posted By MountainMan43
My wife and older son cant drive. So on long...

My wife and older son cant drive. So on long trips my 19 year old helps with the driving and can set up on his own. I would trust him to take our 3170 out. But only because I know he will do the...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 02-27-2014, 08:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 710
Posted By MountainMan43
Torque Converter

My 3170 is less than a year old. I noticed something leaking and it turns out that a weld blew on the torque converter. Any one else have this issue on the E450? Hoping to maybe prevent future...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 02-01-2014, 02:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,914
Posted By MountainMan43
Here is the light that I had hardwired into the...

Here is the light that I had hardwired into the coach. The switch is right below the light. Was going to do it myself but DW kind of freaked out about me drilling through her beautiful paintjob.
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 01-30-2014, 11:41 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,914
Posted By MountainMan43
I have a small light in the compartment. Prefer...

I have a small light in the compartment. Prefer the bigger light to be higher up so it illuminates the entire side of the RV. I can see all of the hookups as well as leaving it on when I back in so...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 01-29-2014, 08:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,914
Posted By MountainMan43
I was worried about it also so I had my service...

I was worried about it also so I had my service center do it. About an hour of billable time for the tech, plus parts.
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 01-29-2014, 08:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,914
Posted By MountainMan43
I added a light just above the compartment that...

I added a light just above the compartment that contains the electric and sewer on my 3170. It is hardwired into the coach but has the switch on the light. Will post a pic when it gets back from...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 01-08-2014, 02:13 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,491
Posted By MountainMan43
I don't know about a missed weld, but there sure...

I don't know about a missed weld, but there sure seem to be a lot of people out there with the same problem. As for the crack, the pictures were taken after they had done the prep work for the...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 01-05-2014, 03:24 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,491
Posted By MountainMan43
Im just a retired AF cop, but I trust this...

Im just a retired AF cop, but I trust this service center to do the right fix. They have been working with FR and I think (hope) that should result in the proper repair.
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 01-02-2014, 10:12 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,491
Posted By MountainMan43
There are 3 more 3170's waiting for repair at...

There are 3 more 3170's waiting for repair at this service center. They don't even sell Sunseekers.
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 01-02-2014, 09:13 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,491
Posted By MountainMan43
They told me that was a pretty good sized crack...

They told me that was a pretty good sized crack under the fiberglass. The outer crack was just a symptom of the bigger problem. I wouldn't have even looked there except for this forum. Glad i...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 01-02-2014, 08:18 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,491
Posted By MountainMan43
Last one

Last one
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 01-02-2014, 08:17 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,491
Posted By MountainMan43
Another pic

Another pic
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 01-02-2014, 08:17 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,491
Posted By MountainMan43
More pics

More pics
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