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Forum: General Tech and Repair 09-14-2011, 04:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,293
Posted By Grounded
I have the same problem on my 2004 Sandpiper. I...

I have the same problem on my 2004 Sandpiper. I called Denise at Sandpiper parts and was quoted just under $1200.00 for the complete set. The high cost was due to non-current model years are not in...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 07-06-2011, 06:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,861
Posted By Grounded
I had the same problem on my 32 footer. I bought...

I had the same problem on my 32 footer. I bought the X Chocks and they helped a little. I then tried the BAL Lock-Arm Stabilizer Bars. They come two to a set. I bought four sets for $250.00 including...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 07-05-2011, 05:52 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,007
Posted By Grounded
Found out that plumber's putty is petroleum based...

Found out that plumber's putty is petroleum based and will break down plastic. I guess I'll go with silicone.
Forum: General Tech and Repair 07-05-2011, 03:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,007
Posted By Grounded
Question for the plumbers

I'm replacing my garden tub. The old one had plumber's putty around the drain installed from the factory. The new tub and drain came with a piece of round foam material for the drain. The tub that...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 07-04-2011, 04:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,153
Posted By Grounded
The unit should have a "satellite in" jack and a...

The unit should have a "satellite in" jack and a "park cable in" on the exterior. I have a 2004 and recieve HD perfectly with the "satellite in" jack on a single coax. I think these guys are...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 06-30-2011, 02:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,105
Posted By Grounded
I changed the kitchen 20 amp breaker 3 days ago...

I changed the kitchen 20 amp breaker 3 days ago and it tripped within 24 hours. I had to order the main 30 amp breaker and installed it yesterday, so far nothing has tripped and I've been running...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 06-25-2011, 04:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,385
Posted By Grounded
I'm in the process of replacing my garden tub and...

I'm in the process of replacing my garden tub and shower surround because the prevous owner caulked the living crap out of the surround and tub in an effort to stop a small leak that I found to be...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 06-24-2011, 09:40 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,105
Posted By Grounded
No transfer switch.

No transfer switch.
Forum: General Tech and Repair 06-23-2011, 07:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,105
Posted By Grounded
I replaced the entire power center and will...

I replaced the entire power center and will replace the breakers this weekend.
Forum: General Tech and Repair 06-23-2011, 08:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,044
Posted By Grounded
Thanks

Thanks
Forum: General Tech and Repair 06-22-2011, 10:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,105
Posted By Grounded
These are the breakers in the power box or the...

These are the breakers in the power box or the converter box that are tripping.
Forum: General Tech and Repair 06-22-2011, 08:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,044
Posted By Grounded
Shower surround question

I don't think it will matter but just asking for opinions to make sure. I need to replace the shower surround but the original surround is no longer available from Duo-Form. My unit came with a...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 06-22-2011, 08:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,105
Posted By Grounded
Just an update: I had the AC checked and it's...

Just an update:
I had the AC checked and it's funtioning correctly, no excessive amp draw. I've checked the 30 amp cord and it's fine. All of the connections at the converter are tight. The...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 06-08-2011, 09:11 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,105
Posted By Grounded
The battery was purchased at the same time the...

The battery was purchased at the same time the new converter was installed. The wife informed me last night that on our last trip in October, the main breaker had tripped twice when running the ac, I...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 06-07-2011, 07:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,105
Posted By Grounded
The water heater switch is off. I'll check the...

The water heater switch is off. I'll check the connections and if there's nothing there I'll try a new breaker. Thanks for the quick replies.
Forum: General Tech and Repair 06-07-2011, 06:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,105
Posted By Grounded
Main circuit breaker tripping

Hi folks, I have a 2004 Sandpiper 32RLSS with a WFCO 55 amp converter. I replaced the entire converter last summer and it's only been used twice since then. I finally installed a 30 amp power supply...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 02-06-2011, 11:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,219
Posted By Grounded
Not trying to hijack the thread but, for those of...

Not trying to hijack the thread but, for those of you with Directv HD, how hard is it to point the dish? Do you need two or more coax cables running to the reciever? If so, how did you do that? I...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 12-06-2010, 11:19 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,082
Posted By Grounded
I also bought a very lightly used TT, it's an 04...

I also bought a very lightly used TT, it's an 04 and before I took it out on the first trip the converter went out. The problem I had with the replacement board was that WFCO changed the design of...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 12-03-2010, 06:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,082
Posted By Grounded
Instead of calling Best Converter, give Cheng USA...

Instead of calling Best Converter, give Cheng USA Tech Support a call at
(574) 294-8997. They manufacture the WFCO converters. I had a problem with fitting a replacement board and the tech guy went...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 11-08-2010, 10:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,520
Posted By Grounded
Sorry it took so long to post back, my TT is not...

Sorry it took so long to post back, my TT is not stored at home and I was not able to get back to it until last night. It is a one valve cutoff with a bypass hose and I assume a check valve at the...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 11-05-2010, 02:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,520
Posted By Grounded
Is this a bypass on my water heater or just a cutoff?

It's a 6 gallon Suburban water heater in my 04 Sandpiper and it has one cutoff valve at the cold water intake at the bottom of the tank. Do I just need to shut this when I drain the tank and then...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 10-26-2010, 06:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,074
Posted By Grounded
I just recieved parts that I ordered directly...

I just recieved parts that I ordered directly from Forest River. They arrived within four days and the cost was about half of what the local dealer wanted.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-12-2010, 11:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,155
Posted By Grounded
I just installed the BAL Lock-Arms and the X...

I just installed the BAL Lock-Arms and the X chocks on my 32 foot Sandpiper and it made a world of difference. Mine required two of the bars on each jack at opposing angles. Got the best deal thru...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 10-07-2010, 09:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,541
Posted By Grounded
We're off next week for two weeks in the NC...

We're off next week for two weeks in the NC mountains. I'm sure we'll see how well it works! Thanks for the info.
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 10-05-2010, 08:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,541
Posted By Grounded
Furnace blower question

Just fired up the Surbuban furnace on the 2004 Sandpiper and have a question about the blower on this unit. It's ducted with four floor outlets. The furnace is located in the middle of the trailer....
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