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Forum: FR3 06-27-2022, 09:56 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,490
Posted By KansasFR3
Been a while, but yes, it definitely is a needed...

Been a while, but yes, it definitely is a needed addition. So I believe the main ducts run forward/aft of the coach. So when you wire it up, you'll run the wiring down the duct to the aft wall. The...
Forum: FR3 09-18-2019, 05:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,826
Posted By KansasFR3
There's no magic pill besides downsize to a...

There's no magic pill besides downsize to a smaller RV or get a diesel pusher, which is a crazy answer to save a couple hundred dollars a trip. When doing fuel guestimates, I use 6.5 mpg to get an...
Forum: FR3 09-18-2019, 05:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,826
Posted By KansasFR3
Just remember, the only way the water tank and...

Just remember, the only way the water tank and plumbing in the basement doesn't freeze is either the water heater is ON, or the furnace is circulating warm air through the air ducts.

Having space...
Forum: FR3 09-18-2019, 05:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,513
Posted By KansasFR3
So here are some pictures, though not EVERY step...

So here are some pictures, though not EVERY step documented, but you'll get the idea. Its an easy job in my opinion, just take a little while to clean up all the sealant.

Starting with passenger...
Forum: FR3 09-05-2019, 08:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,513
Posted By KansasFR3
Sidewall separation

Good morning.

Just an FYI post, and been a while since I've posted, but we have a 2015 30DS and after 40,000 miles (out of warranty) we've started to see daylight between the floor and...
Forum: FR3 09-05-2019, 08:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,634
Posted By KansasFR3
Check your fault codes. After a failed start/run,...

Check your fault codes. After a failed start/run, press the prime button 3 times in 5 seconds. Once it starts blinking 3 times, press it one more time and it'll start flashing your fault code. Then...
Forum: FR3 07-30-2018, 05:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 581
Posted By KansasFR3
Can't help on the decal question, but I believe...

Can't help on the decal question, but I believe thats pretty normal for RVs. Might need some Aerospace 303 to protect the decals.

As far as roof, its SuperFlex from Alpha Systems. I use Dicor...
Forum: FR3 05-11-2018, 12:51 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,869
Posted By KansasFR3
Should be an interesting project. I've already...

Should be an interesting project. I've already installed our Magnum Inverter (inverted) in the bay next to the house batteries. Was a challege lifting it into place though.

I'm going down the...
Forum: FR3 04-18-2018, 01:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,478
Posted By KansasFR3
It hard to tell someone how far they can drive,...

It hard to tell someone how far they can drive, its very personal. Are you interested in stopping to see stuff, or just trying to get to Denver? We usually don't bother making any reservations to...
Forum: FR3 04-04-2018, 07:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,553
Posted By KansasFR3
We have a 30DS, we added (I think) two T valves...

We have a 30DS, we added (I think) two T valves in the water bay so I can use the winterize hose to suck in the water and backfeed it into the water tank. I think I posted a picture some time in the...
Forum: FR3 04-03-2018, 08:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,955
Posted By KansasFR3
I have an Onan 4kw, and from my understanding,...

I have an Onan 4kw, and from my understanding, its this little C clip that is the valve retainer and it splits in two sometimes. Then the pieces get lost in the engine. I noticed when I attempted to...
Forum: FR3 04-03-2018, 08:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,955
Posted By KansasFR3
I believe you have a 3 year warranty on the...

I believe you have a 3 year warranty on the generator. Our generator just lost its intake valve keeper and the had to find the pieces and fix that. All under warranty on our 2015 unit. Whew...
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Forum: FR3 03-21-2018, 07:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,610
Posted By KansasFR3
You'll be fine, especially if you flat tow the...

You'll be fine, especially if you flat tow the vehicle. We tow a 2013 Town and Country on a car dolly and I bet that is at least 5k. We've also towed a 3-horse trailer only a couple of times, and...
Forum: FR3 03-13-2018, 12:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,777
Posted By KansasFR3
We installed 720w (4x180w Grape Solar rigid...

We installed 720w (4x180w Grape Solar rigid panels) on our 2015 30DS. We used the closet corner by the door to route the 48v from the roof to the storage bin next to the batteries. In there, I...
Forum: FR3 02-15-2018, 08:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,790
Posted By KansasFR3
You should have a 1/4 extension driver that came...

You should have a 1/4 extension driver that came with the RV. It goes into the slot located in the center/backside of the motor. Use that extension with a cordless drill and it'll manually turn the...
Forum: FR3 02-09-2018, 07:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,011
Posted By KansasFR3
We found changing out the Blisten shocks with...

We found changing out the Blisten shocks with Koni helps with rough roads so every expansion crack doesn't feel like jolt to the RV. Also, double check your tire pressure and make sure it lines up...
Forum: FR3 02-07-2018, 09:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,107
Posted By KansasFR3
They were just pressed fit. I don't know if...

They were just pressed fit. I don't know if you've installed a bug screen on the back side of your grill, but that prevents it from falling into the engine compartment. Works good enough. Spray paint...
Forum: FR3 02-07-2018, 08:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,107
Posted By KansasFR3
Ours never really blew hot air in our opinion,...

Ours never really blew hot air in our opinion, but I checked the heater pipes and both the intake/exit plumbing was hot. This past trip, we installed roughly 2" cardboard cutouts to cover all the...
Forum: General Motorhome Discussion 01-31-2018, 10:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,512
Posted By KansasFR3
I used 4x180 watt Grape Solar panels. FR3 has...

I used 4x180 watt Grape Solar panels. FR3 has Aluminum roof frames set about 4ft apart. There is a roof schematic in the FR3 forum. A stud finder also can be used to locate them. I just drilled a...
Forum: General Motorhome Discussion 01-25-2018, 08:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,512
Posted By KansasFR3
@colourful64, we just added that second battery...

@colourful64, we just added that second battery rack to hold two more Group 31 AGM batteries on our rig. We went up to Duluth, MN over xmas and it was quite nice to not have to worry so much about...
Forum: FR3 01-19-2018, 03:23 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,446
Posted By KansasFR3
Its a 12v system. It usually pulls about 15adc...

Its a 12v system. It usually pulls about 15adc based on my Magnum controller. Just plug in your extension cord to the 15/30 adapter that you can get from Lowes/HD to your RV plug. Leave your...
Forum: FR3 01-17-2018, 08:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 616
Posted By KansasFR3
I think your in the wrong sub-forum. 40CCk looks...

I think your in the wrong sub-forum. 40CCk looks like its a "Destination Trailer". We, FR3 owners, wouldn't know a thing about those units.
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 01-05-2018, 09:21 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,580
Posted By KansasFR3
We just got back from a trip to Duluth over Xmas...

We just got back from a trip to Duluth over Xmas break and experienced frozen pipes at around 6F. In our case, none of the taps would drip water and the pump wouldn't come on. So I installed a heater...
Forum: FR3 12-07-2017, 08:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,798
Posted By KansasFR3
Yes. I bought the angle iron stock from a local...

Yes. I bought the angle iron stock from a local surplus shop, used a metal chop saw to cut up the pieces to size. Then took the pieces over to a friends house to help weld it up. I'd think if you can...
Forum: FR3 12-04-2017, 10:40 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,400
Posted By KansasFR3
I'd think if its that wire, you could ohm out...

I'd think if its that wire, you could ohm out that wire from the AC unit (under the interior shroud?) back to the thermostat. If it rings open, then you know the wire is broken somewhere. Check to...
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