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Frac999 · Frac999

I was trying to flush black tank after trip and after draining the black tank i tied onto flush to make sure it was clean and would only pressure up on me, nothing going into black tank, I pressured up on it and went in the trailer and opened the flush on the commode and had water coming out as if i was hooked up...

VanMar · VanMar

As I prevpiously posted:RV-Dreams.com Home -> RV-Dreams Community Forum -> RV Maintenance and Technical Tips -> Nev-R-Lube bearingsone of these bearings seized up in British Columbia and necessitated the replacement of both axles. The axles were ordered on the 28th of July an...

Texun · Texun

I have a 2017 drv mobile suite coupled to a 2017 f350 super duty equipped with the factory brake controller. I've pulled about 5000 miles with no issues. Hooked and unhooked many times. This week end we hooked up to take a trip. No Brakes!! The truck shows to be connected and shows 10.0 gain. No brakes I sh...

VanMar · VanMar

As I posted earlier, we had a Nev-R-Lube bearing fail in northern British Columbia at the end of July. We were towed (I should say hauled) to Dalex Auto Service and RV Repair in Fort Nelson. I knew this was going to be a lengthy stay and DW and I were trying to figure out how to cope. That's when the shop ow...

Cookie Dough · Cookie Dough

OK, we've been at this full time thing about 2 weeks. My post is not for the seasoned RVer, unless you wish to share one of your boo boos, but for those like me who followed the forums before starting out. BTW we are not new to RVing, but definitely to our motorhome. We have a convenient valve next to the "cit...

The Crumps · The Crumps

We need quick help. Our air ride system on the rear of our RV is not holding up. We're on a trip back to WA and need to get moving fast. Can anyone recommend a reliable repair service in the Alb area? Thanks!

325turbo · 325turbo

When I turn on a/c I can hear the motor run, but cage doesn't turn. It spins a little by hand when turned off. Thoughts please.

ON the rock · ON the rock

Hello, My wife and I recently purchased a used fifth wheel. we need to replace the sub floor in two spots which will be no issue but we wanted to update the flooring inside. My concern is the thickness of the flooring that can be placed that will not interfere with the slide that the unit has. its a Fleetwoo...

tincanman · tincanman

Ms. Irma gave me the "opportunity" to run my generator for an extended period of time. On my toyhauler (2016 Fuzion 416) I have 2 A/C units. One over the garage (rear) & one over the bedroom (front). When my "opportunity" came to be on generator, the rear A/C is the only one that worked. I know we c...

dfglvreeland · dfglvreeland

I am considering training from the company in the following link - https://rvtechcourse.com/. Is this a reputable company? Are there others you would recommend as well?

kb0zke · kb0zke

I'm not happy with our current filtering system, so I'd like to improve it. The current setup is a pressure regulator followed by a filter. The filter is in a permanently-mounted housing, so it is fairly easy to change. The pressure regulator is mounted on the inlet of the filter housing. The advantag...

tincanman · tincanman

Black tank support on a 2016 Fuzion 416. Yes a dreaded black tank (BT) dump issue. I mistakenly left the black water valve shut as I put water through the clean-out valve. By the time I got back to the front of my rig, some sewage was dripping from the front bottom & I heard a thud. I immediately ope...

Teri A · Teri A

My husband and I own an RV repair shop and he's been a certified RV Technician for 17 years and teaching for 6. We filmed his 15 hour course at rvmaintenancetips.org. We just wanted to help out fellow RV'ers so I hope this is ok. He also gives a lot of insider RV industry secrets. We are also building an epic...

Rollindowntheroad · Rollindowntheroad

Can any one suggest book(s) that I can buy and study/learn about the various systems on Motor homes? Electrical, AC/heat, Appliances, etc., etc., etc. I am not very mechanically inclined so would like to learn as much as I can.I am planning on full timing in a Class A - used gas motor home when I retire.A...

jrzygrl64 · jrzygrl64

Check out Bills creative repair to our damaged bedroom slide floor: http://bkamericanodyssey.com/2017/08/25/bedroom-slide-floor-repair/

The Crumps · The Crumps

We are here in So TX. It's averaging over 100 degrees every day. The smell of the black water tank is horrible. We dump every week and put in two tablets. Any suggestions on what we should do to keep the smell down?

TOMMASO · TOMMASO

Who out there has done the research on the best ST tires to use on our RVs? Fifth wheels, Class A's, travel trailers, etc. Not made in China, USA only. Has one brand name surfaced to the top of the line? In rearguards to reliability, wear and tear, etc? Consumer Reports did not mention RV specific tires in...

Dragonsblood · Dragonsblood

ok this weekend I went o my camper and for some reason my kitchen taps only stink like sewer. my bathroom taps does not smell at all. the ho****er tank is off and the water is bypass the hot water tank. so why does the water smells in both of my kitchen taps but not my washroom taps. how can I find out what to do...

KY Old Folks · KY Old Folks

Can anyone suggest where to get a new tailpipe? We lost the chrome tailpipe tip and ordered a new one Online (nearly $100 w/shpg). Upon closer inspection, we realized the tailpipe was rusted out. That's why the tailpipe tip fell off. We went to a local RV dealer and he referred us to a muffler shop. The m...

Flashman · Flashman

All the different weights are making my head spin. They are all confusing, but CCC is really a puzzle: if a FT rig has a CCC of 3,000 lbs, if you add a generator and a w/d, it seems you'll be down to less than a 1,000 lbs in no time for everything else - dishes, clothes, golf clubs (can't forget those....), e...

frank46 · frank46

I have a 2010 Coachman Freelander 23BB Class C (Ford E-450 2009 chassis). I had damaged the two lower rear running lights and thought it would be a simple repair. I cut out the damaged lights and wired in the replacements. Now none of my running lights and taillights are working. What did I do wrong? I dow...

John M · John M

I replaced the fabric on my A&E 8500 awning and one end of the awning does not fit tight to the coach. It will pull out about 2 inches when you pull on the awning arm. this is on the right side with the cam lock, the left side fits tight. Can anyone tell me how to get this to tighten.

VanMar · VanMar

Last Wednesday, the 26th, the right rear trailer wheel bearing seized up and the hub/rotor assembly with wheel attached came off. Long story short...Lippert said this axle is obsolete and has been replaced with one with greaseable bearings. But, they need to be replaced in pairs. I guess this ax...

Dave and Denise · Dave and Denise

Anyone have any experience with removing pine sap? We are heading out after a two week stay, where the pine trees have put on a glorious display of sapping, covering everything, roof awnings, outdoor carpet and tv. I think it will take a very long time to clean it off.

RonC · RonC

I know that tire pressures should be taken when COLD. I had a long quiet time during a drive and got to thinking ... if I start my tires off at 100 psi cold ... when they heat up to 110 psi will they perform as though that 110 psi was the cold pressure? I mean 110 psi is 110 psi right? Will a tire checked in Phoe...

RonC · RonC

I just got off a chat with AT&T/DirecTV and expressed my frustration with the "getting local channels" process. I told them I lived in an RV and moved frequently and that SOMEONE at DirecTV should at least attempt to understand our situation. Well what do you know ... the chat person said "get in...

Kruser · Kruser

Hello I'm new to the community and seeking help on finding my fuse panel for the dash panel in a 1998 winnabeggo adventurer it is the one with the signal flasher on it can some one please help

LandYachty · LandYachty

We had a fire the other day from the DirecTv unit. Thank God we were home and put it out quickly with the outdated fire extinguisher. The SWM unit on DirecTv units puts out 25 volts DC. The antenna connection came loose and after enough sparking vola a fire started in the walls. Word to the wise, keep the an...

TravelingChuck · TravelingChuck

The on/off switch on my Dometic RM2451 fridge has started intermittently not working. It's a mechanical issue in the button. If I hold it down, the fridge will stay on. I can also click it just right to get it to stick on. I would like to just bypass the switch and put in an external switch. Does anyone have...

TopH2O · TopH2O

Hello All, I have a new 2017 Wildcat Maxx 262RGX. I've experienced a problem with the house batteries discharging fully in a matter of hours even when no accessories are turned on. The RV dealer tried to correct the problem several times and could not identify a problem. Today they told me the reaso...

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	Flush line on Heartland (Preview) I was trying to flush black tank after trip and after draining the black tank i tied onto flush to make sure it was clean and would only pressure up on me, nothing going into black tank, I pressured up on it and went in the trailer and opened the flush on the commode and had water coming out as if i was hooked up...	Frac999	1	608	03:04 PM Oct 16, 2017 by jrzygrl64
	Update on Nev-R-Lube bearings and new axles (Preview) As I prevpiously posted:RV-Dreams.com Home -> RV-Dreams Community Forum -> RV Maintenance and Technical Tips -> Nev-R-Lube bearingsone of these bearings seized up in British Columbia and necessitated the replacement of both axles. The axles were ordered on the 28th of July an...	VanMar	6	1043	03:11 PM Oct 14, 2017 by RonC
	Kodiak disc brake problem (Preview) I have a 2017 drv mobile suite coupled to a 2017 f350 super duty equipped with the factory brake controller. I've pulled about 5000 miles with no issues. Hooked and unhooked many times. This week end we hooked up to take a trip. No Brakes!! The truck shows to be connected and shows 10.0 gain. No brakes I sh...	Texun	14	1267	08:31 AM Oct 9, 2017 by Bill and Linda
	Dalex Auto Service -- Fort Nelson, BC Dalex Auto Service (Preview) As I posted earlier, we had a Nev-R-Lube bearing fail in northern British Columbia at the end of July. We were towed (I should say hauled) to Dalex Auto Service and RV Repair in Fort Nelson. I knew this was going to be a lengthy stay and DW and I were trying to figure out how to cope. That's when the shop ow...	VanMar	0	543	08:28 AM Oct 7, 2017 by VanMar
	Fresh water holding tank debacle (Preview) OK, we've been at this full time thing about 2 weeks. My post is not for the seasoned RVer, unless you wish to share one of your boo boos, but for those like me who followed the forums before starting out. BTW we are not new to RVing, but definitely to our motorhome. We have a convenient valve next to the "cit...	Cookie Dough	9	1086	08:07 PM Oct 6, 2017 by Dave and Denise
	Good RV Service in Albuquerque Help Albuquerque (Preview) We need quick help. Our air ride system on the rear of our RV is not holding up. We're on a trip back to WA and need to get moving fast. Can anyone recommend a reliable repair service in the Alb area? Thanks!	The Crumps	2	660	08:58 AM Oct 2, 2017 by The Crumps
	A/c broke (Preview) When I turn on a/c I can hear the motor run, but cage doesn't turn. It spins a little by hand when turned off. Thoughts please.	325turbo	7	657	01:22 AM Sep 22, 2017 by benwoody
	Floor replacement in fifth wheel (Preview) Hello, My wife and I recently purchased a used fifth wheel. we need to replace the sub floor in two spots which will be no issue but we wanted to update the flooring inside. My concern is the thickness of the flooring that can be placed that will not interfere with the slide that the unit has. its a Fleetwoo...	ON the rock	2	885	01:18 AM Sep 22, 2017 by benwoody
	An "on generator" question: (Preview) Ms. Irma gave me the "opportunity" to run my generator for an extended period of time. On my toyhauler (2016 Fuzion 416) I have 2 A/C units. One over the garage (rear) & one over the bedroom (front). When my "opportunity" came to be on generator, the rear A/C is the only one that worked. I know we c...	tincanman	4	728	04:55 PM Sep 20, 2017 by RonC
	RV Maintenance Training RV Maintenance Training (Preview) I am considering training from the company in the following link - https://rvtechcourse.com/. Is this a reputable company? Are there others you would recommend as well?	dfglvreeland	3	793	08:25 AM Sep 12, 2017 by carolinakids
	Water filtering system (Preview) I'm not happy with our current filtering system, so I'd like to improve it. The current setup is a pressure regulator followed by a filter. The filter is in a permanently-mounted housing, so it is fairly easy to change. The pressure regulator is mounted on the inlet of the filter housing. The advantag...	kb0zke	6	963	07:51 PM Sep 3, 2017 by Neil and Connie
	Black tank support on a 2016 Fuzion 416 (Preview) Black tank support on a 2016 Fuzion 416. Yes a dreaded black tank (BT) dump issue. I mistakenly left the black water valve shut as I put water through the clean-out valve. By the time I got back to the front of my rig, some sewage was dripping from the front bottom & I heard a thud. I immediately ope...	tincanman	0	469	01:19 PM Sep 2, 2017 by tincanman
	RV Maintenance Course tips maintenance newbie motorhome travel trailer electrical propane construction plumbing appliances (Preview) My husband and I own an RV repair shop and he's been a certified RV Technician for 17 years and teaching for 6. We filmed his 15 hour course at rvmaintenancetips.org. We just wanted to help out fellow RV'ers so I hope this is ok. He also gives a lot of insider RV industry secrets. We are also building an epic...	Teri A	2	705	11:06 AM Aug 31, 2017 by Teri A
	Recommendations for books on Motor Home systems (Preview) Can any one suggest book(s) that I can buy and study/learn about the various systems on Motor homes? Electrical, AC/heat, Appliances, etc., etc., etc. I am not very mechanically inclined so would like to learn as much as I can.I am planning on full timing in a Class A - used gas motor home when I retire.A...	Rollindowntheroad	5	706	12:16 PM Aug 30, 2017 by LarryW21
	Repair to water damaged slide floor (Preview) Check out Bills creative repair to our damaged bedroom slide floor: http://bkamericanodyssey.com/2017/08/25/bedroom-slide-floor-repair/	jrzygrl64	6	637	07:03 PM Aug 28, 2017 by jrzygrl64
	Heat and Black Water tank (Preview) We are here in So TX. It's averaging over 100 degrees every day. The smell of the black water tank is horrible. We dump every week and put in two tablets. Any suggestions on what we should do to keep the smell down?	The Crumps	11	1027	02:42 PM Aug 28, 2017 by hostage
	TIRES: Purchasing the best on the market? (Preview) Who out there has done the research on the best ST tires to use on our RVs? Fifth wheels, Class A's, travel trailers, etc. Not made in China, USA only. Has one brand name surfaced to the top of the line? In rearguards to reliability, wear and tear, etc? Consumer Reports did not mention RV specific tires in...	TOMMASO	40	1713	04:59 PM Aug 27, 2017 by FastEagle
	smelly water coming out of my tap (Preview) ok this weekend I went o my camper and for some reason my kitchen taps only stink like sewer. my bathroom taps does not smell at all. the ho****er tank is off and the water is bypass the hot water tank. so why does the water smells in both of my kitchen taps but not my washroom taps. how can I find out what to do...	Dragonsblood	8	970	04:36 PM Aug 25, 2017 by 325turbo
	Need new tailpipe for 2006 Kountry Star (Preview) Can anyone suggest where to get a new tailpipe? We lost the chrome tailpipe tip and ordered a new one Online (nearly $100 w/shpg). Upon closer inspection, we realized the tailpipe was rusted out. That's why the tailpipe tip fell off. We went to a local RV dealer and he referred us to a muffler shop. The m...	KY Old Folks	2	534	06:46 PM Aug 23, 2017 by hostage
	Cargo Carrying Capacity (Preview) All the different weights are making my head spin. They are all confusing, but CCC is really a puzzle: if a FT rig has a CCC of 3,000 lbs, if you add a generator and a w/d, it seems you'll be down to less than a 1,000 lbs in no time for everything else - dishes, clothes, golf clubs (can't forget those....), e...	Flashman	12	1341	03:33 PM Aug 23, 2017 by hostage
	Running Lights Not Working (Preview) I have a 2010 Coachman Freelander 23BB Class C (Ford E-450 2009 chassis). I had damaged the two lower rear running lights and thought it would be a simple repair. I cut out the damaged lights and wired in the replacements. Now none of my running lights and taillights are working. What did I do wrong? I dow...	frank46	3	506	08:31 AM Aug 19, 2017 by frank46
	awning fabric loose (Preview) I replaced the fabric on my A&E 8500 awning and one end of the awning does not fit tight to the coach. It will pull out about 2 inches when you pull on the awning arm. this is on the right side with the cam lock, the left side fits tight. Can anyone tell me how to get this to tighten.	John M	2	494	02:08 AM Aug 15, 2017 by CJSX2fromCT
	Nev-R-Lube bearings (Preview) Last Wednesday, the 26th, the right rear trailer wheel bearing seized up and the hub/rotor assembly with wheel attached came off. Long story short...Lippert said this axle is obsolete and has been replaced with one with greaseable bearings. But, they need to be replaced in pairs. I guess this ax...	VanMar	14	1520	01:33 PM Aug 11, 2017 by Bill and Linda
	Pine Sap (Preview) Anyone have any experience with removing pine sap? We are heading out after a two week stay, where the pine trees have put on a glorious display of sapping, covering everything, roof awnings, outdoor carpet and tv. I think it will take a very long time to clean it off.	Dave and Denise	2	563	09:41 AM Aug 9, 2017 by Second Chance
	Tire pressure load ratings (Preview) I know that tire pressures should be taken when COLD. I had a long quiet time during a drive and got to thinking ... if I start my tires off at 100 psi cold ... when they heat up to 110 psi will they perform as though that 110 psi was the cold pressure? I mean 110 psi is 110 psi right? Will a tire checked in Phoe...	RonC	5	614	01:26 PM Jul 30, 2017 by FastEagle
	DirecTV RV department ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I just got off a chat with AT&T/DirecTV and expressed my frustration with the "getting local channels" process. I told them I lived in an RV and moved frequently and that SOMEONE at DirecTV should at least attempt to understand our situation. Well what do you know ... the chat person said "get in...	RonC	51	2703	09:51 AM Jul 30, 2017 by Bobc
	Fuse panel (Preview) Hello I'm new to the community and seeking help on finding my fuse panel for the dash panel in a 1998 winnabeggo adventurer it is the one with the signal flasher on it can some one please help	Kruser	2	417	11:35 AM Jul 29, 2017 by Honeydeaux
	DIRECTV Fire (Preview) We had a fire the other day from the DirecTv unit. Thank God we were home and put it out quickly with the outdated fire extinguisher. The SWM unit on DirecTv units puts out 25 volts DC. The antenna connection came loose and after enough sparking vola a fire started in the walls. Word to the wise, keep the an...	LandYachty	0	394	11:06 AM Jul 29, 2017 by LandYachty
	Dometic Fridge On/Off Switch Dometic Fridge Refrigerator (Preview) The on/off switch on my Dometic RM2451 fridge has started intermittently not working. It's a mechanical issue in the button. If I hold it down, the fridge will stay on. I can also click it just right to get it to stick on. I would like to just bypass the switch and put in an external switch. Does anyone have...	TravelingChuck	0	529	06:21 PM Jul 27, 2017 by TravelingChuck
	5th wheel trailer brake break-away question (Preview) Hello All, I have a new 2017 Wildcat Maxx 262RGX. I've experienced a problem with the house batteries discharging fully in a matter of hours even when no accessories are turned on. The RV dealer tried to correct the problem several times and could not identify a problem. Today they told me the reaso...	TopH2O	7	757	09:28 PM Jul 26, 2017 by RonC
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