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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-09-2012, 09:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,980
Posted By RJay
If you go to nadaguides.com it will give the...

If you go to nadaguides.com it will give the invoice price but you will have to list all the options, but it will get you pretty close. However, where the coach is a 2012 model it may not yet be...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-30-2012, 07:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,924
Posted By RJay
You might try this company...

You might try this company (https://www.keyless.com/KE-1700%20Main.htm) I found thru google.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-09-2012, 01:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,950
Posted By RJay
We are closing this thread. This incident is...

We are closing this thread.

This incident is being discussed here:

RV Accident (https://www.irv2.com/forums/f59/ms-motorhome-fatal-accident-112227.html)
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-06-2012, 07:31 PM
Replies: 13
Oil
Views: 1,883
Posted By RJay
Al, I ran 5w-30 Mobil 1 in the V-10 of a Itasca...

Al,
I ran 5w-30 Mobil 1 in the V-10 of a Itasca Suncruiser. I found the engine was a little more noisy probably because of the lower viscosity and easier starting in colder weather but it was...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-06-2012, 07:20 PM
Replies: 13
Oil
Views: 1,883
Posted By RJay
Synthetic Rotella 5w-40 is not a pure synthetic...

Synthetic Rotella 5w-40 is not a pure synthetic base stock as Mobil 1 and Amsol, it is a synthetic blend.

This was taken form the MSDS for synthetic Rotella 5-40:

Blend of synthetic...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 11-29-2011, 05:36 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,754
Posted By RJay
Here in Albuquerque I have frequently seen a...

Here in Albuquerque I have frequently seen a mobil detailer in the park brushing and power washing RV's in the transit area. I don't know what he charges but will find out soon as my coach needs a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-09-2011, 07:05 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 18,900
Posted By RJay
Other than your batteries not charging from shore...

Other than your batteries not charging from shore power does all your appliances and 120 volt equipment work otherwise?

Do your batteries charge from your generator?
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-13-2011, 09:10 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,852
Posted By RJay
As I look back at the posts I think I was...

As I look back at the posts I think I was responding to smlranger's post about the dirty radiator but my response does seem a little over reaching. I agree with you that cooling problems can be the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-13-2011, 01:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,804
Posted By RJay
I think you should take the cover off your...

I think you should take the cover off your automatic transfer switch and check for anything burnt or unusual. The ATS is normally connected to your generator and relay operated to shore power when it...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-12-2011, 12:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,545
Posted By RJay
I use this water pipe heating cable...

I use this water pipe heating cable (https://www.acehardware.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1292306) with good results and I'll be using it again this winter. It's available at either Lowes or Home...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-03-2011, 12:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,458
Posted By RJay
When is the last time you changed the fuel filter?

When is the last time you changed the fuel filter?
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-29-2011, 01:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,918
Posted By RJay
I'm not familiar with your coach but on my coach...

I'm not familiar with your coach but on my coach I have a feature Called the B.I.R.D that charges the chassis batteries while the coach is connected to shore power. The B.I.R.D controlls a solenoid...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 09-16-2011, 03:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,137
Posted By RJay
I dump air if using jacks.

I dump air if using jacks.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-07-2011, 12:40 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,852
Posted By RJay
Regarding the overheating problem, I think it's...

Regarding the overheating problem, I think it's the result of improper or lack of maintenance and not the fault of the engine manufacturers. An initial proper and thorough cleaning of the radiator...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-07-2011, 10:29 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,852
Posted By RJay
The best characterization I've heard between a...

The best characterization I've heard between a Cat and a Cummins is the Cat is faster off the line and the Cummins is better at top end. I have no basis for comparison or even know if it's true, but...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-04-2011, 11:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,732
Posted By RJay
Just to be clear, the problem exist only off...

Just to be clear, the problem exist only off shore power. Everything works off the generator.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-04-2011, 10:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,834
Posted By RJay
+ 1

+ 1
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-29-2011, 06:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,258
Posted By RJay
FIRE UP, Thanks for the pics they help a lot....

FIRE UP,
Thanks for the pics they help a lot. The coach connections to the battery bank are the way they should be. Do you know the value of the charge rate setting in the inverter? I would guess...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-29-2011, 05:43 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,258
Posted By RJay
Voltage only indicates the state of charge, the...

Voltage only indicates the state of charge, the amount of current going into the batter is the rate of charge. It's the rate of charge, when improperly set, will boil a battery. Batteries last the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-29-2011, 04:39 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,258
Posted By RJay
FIRE UP, If I understand correctly the positive...

FIRE UP,
If I understand correctly the positive and negative leads are attached to the two outside batteries with no connection to the center one.

Also I believe the positive battery lead going...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-29-2011, 01:25 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,258
Posted By RJay
The OP seems to have very bad luck with shorted...

The OP seems to have very bad luck with shorted batteries.:eek:
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-29-2011, 12:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,276
Posted By RJay
For some reason these motors freeze up, giving...

For some reason these motors freeze up, giving the motor a few firm taps usually frees it up again.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-29-2011, 10:03 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,258
Posted By RJay
Scott, Since you have 12 volt batteries...

Scott,
Since you have 12 volt batteries connected in parallel where are the coach leads connected to the battery bank. Are they connected to the same battery??
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-29-2011, 09:12 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,258
Posted By RJay
Don't blame the batteries just yet, check the...

Don't blame the batteries just yet, check the inverter settings to be sure it is set to charge at the proper rate for the size and type of your battery bank. If your inverter is overcharging your...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-29-2011, 06:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,057
Posted By RJay
Glad to here you got your problem solved and...

Glad to here you got your problem solved and thanks for letting us know what solved it. Knowing the solution helps us sharpen our troubleshooting skills so we can help the next member who experiences...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-27-2011, 04:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,004
Posted By RJay
I bought mine at Radio Shack.

I bought mine at Radio Shack.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-26-2011, 01:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,508
Posted By RJay
Rick, It sounds like you are mostly connected...

Rick,
It sounds like you are mostly connected to shore power and batteries that aren't used will sulfate faster. How often do you equalize your batteries? I'm connected to shore power months at a...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-04-2011, 07:08 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 20,391
Posted By RJay
Chula, Something to think about is if you have...

Chula,
Something to think about is if you have 800 lbs. on a bike rack that weights 100 lbs hanging off the back of an RV with a 10 foot overhang(center of rear wheels to center line of bike rack)...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-04-2011, 05:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,925
Posted By RJay
Hi Don, I don't know what to say. It sounds...

Hi Don,
I don't know what to say. It sounds like they solved one problem and created another. Having an awning with a reverse slop doesn't seem like it would provide much shade. I had a similar...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-02-2011, 01:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,143
Posted By RJay
Most of the time plumbing is on the inside wall...

Most of the time plumbing is on the inside wall especially in a bathroom. A leak could result in the wall board pulling away.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-15-2011, 02:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,724
Posted By RJay
Are you plugged into 30 or 50 amps.

Are you plugged into 30 or 50 amps.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-09-2011, 01:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,968
Posted By RJay
I would start by checking the battery boost...

I would start by checking the battery boost solenoid, then check your coach batteries.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-06-2011, 07:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,284
Posted By RJay
We had the same problem. We normally have a small...

We had the same problem. We normally have a small fan we run to circulate the air in the coach and when we cook I just redirect it toward the smoke alarm and that takes care of it.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 07-04-2011, 03:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,923
Posted By RJay
If I may offer a suggestion. Where this is such a...

If I may offer a suggestion. Where this is such a critical installation I would get under the coach and check the connections to the frame. Make sure they used lock washers or locking nuts or...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-02-2011, 09:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,265
Posted By RJay
You probably have air in the lines. Starting at a...

You probably have air in the lines. Starting at a faucet closest to the tank let the water run until it flows continuously without air spurts then close the faucet. Continue the process working your...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-26-2011, 02:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,939
Posted By RJay
Yes, but we have to be sure his works that...

Yes, but we have to be sure his works that way.:thumb:
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-26-2011, 01:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,939
Posted By RJay
Bill, I mentioned the alternator/voltage...

Bill,
I mentioned the alternator/voltage regulator as a problem with only 13 volt output from the alternator. It sounds like there may be two problems going on.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-26-2011, 11:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,939
Posted By RJay
The 13 volt output from the alternator is low, it...

The 13 volt output from the alternator is low, it should be at least 14.5. I suspect it could be either the voltage regulator or alternator. I also suspect the starter solenoid. Normally the click...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-24-2011, 05:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,692
Posted By RJay
That's always a difficult question to answer. I...

That's always a difficult question to answer. I depends on how deeply they have been discharged, how quickly they were charged, how much idle time they see and of course how well they're maintained....
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-24-2011, 04:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,160
Posted By RJay
I may be wrong but generator priority means,...

I may be wrong but generator priority means, under normal circumstances, the contacts are not energized when connected to the generator and energized when connected to shore power. This is so when...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-24-2011, 04:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,160
Posted By RJay
Here is how I believe this problem occurs. If the...

Here is how I believe this problem occurs. If the A/C's are running when you get to the rv park and you connect your shore power before turning off the A/C's the transfer switch will transfer about...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-23-2011, 07:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,160
Posted By RJay
Michael, Thank you for a well thought out...

Michael,
Thank you for a well thought out post. From the amount of problems I've seen with transfer switches here on the forum your post confirms two suspicions I've had for quite a while. The...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-21-2011, 06:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,574
Posted By RJay
Johnson Controls is the manufacturer of...

Johnson Controls is the manufacturer of Interstate batteries. Interstate Batteries is a distributor of their own brand which is manufactured by Johnson Controls under the name of Interstate Batteries.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-20-2011, 02:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,591
Posted By RJay
Are you plugged into 30 amps or 50 amps. and what...

Are you plugged into 30 amps or 50 amps. and what is the measured voltage coming into the coach.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-13-2011, 02:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,921
Posted By RJay
It's possible that a diode failure on the bridge...

It's possible that a diode failure on the bridge rectifier can cause a short to ground.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-13-2011, 07:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,199
Posted By RJay
Looking at the Interstate specification sheet...

Looking at the Interstate specification sheet (https://www.interstatebatteries.com/cs_eStore/content/product_info/marine_f.asp), the 4DM is not a pure deep cycle battery but a 12 volt deep cycle/start...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-12-2011, 03:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,199
Posted By RJay
I agree with KIX. You could probably get 5 to 6...

I agree with KIX. You could probably get 5 to 6 years out of that bank if you replace just the bad one. When it comes time to replace the batteries put the largest batteries that will fit in the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-09-2011, 04:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,636
Posted By RJay
Hi Scott, I agree that your batteries have...

Hi Scott,
I agree that your batteries have been over charging. I'm not familiar with your inverter so I'll speak in general. A good inverter with a battery charger has three stages of charge,...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-08-2011, 04:53 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,010
Posted By RJay
Here you go. I put in a spp6e kit...

Here you go. I put in a spp6e kit (https://www.supco.com/eclass.htm) in each of my roof units this spring. It makes a difference when the compressor starts.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-07-2011, 11:01 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,721
Posted By RJay
He's talking about a basement A/C.

He's talking about a basement A/C.
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