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  1. CH

    Diagnosing and Replacing Dead Chassis Battery on Magnitude XG32 with Solar

    My 24 xg32 (22 F550 ) with the 500w solar option had a dead starter battery (below 11v) after the sun went down both of the last 2 nights. I took it home without shore power two days ago leveled it and put the slides out. I replaced the house batteries before storing for the winter hooked up to...
  2. dcairns

    Diagnosing and Replacing Sagging 30-Year-Old Trailer Springs

    Do these springs look a bit flat? Or even bending up a bit in the center? I am not sure how they are supposed to look at rest. Trailer is parked in the driveway, on it's wheels and hitch jack. All 4 look the same. About 200 lbs below it's GVWR of 5200 lbs. Loaded with full fresh water and the...
  3. Jon_C

    Proven Methods for Diagnosing 12V Automotive and RV Wiring Issues

    Ivan at Pine hollow auto diagnostics is the best auto electrical troubleshooter I have ever seen. People from across the country bring their cars and rv's to him in Pennsylvania when nobody else can fix them. Here's a video of him troubleshooting a starter. He has array of test lights he uses...
  4. Iowaone

    Diagnosing Consistently Low Turbo Boost on Cummins 8.3

    I have a 2013 Cummins 8.3 in a Winnebago Journey. On recent trip my turbo would not exceed 26 lb of pressure usually it gets up to 32 or 33 on hills or acceleration. When I got home I noticed some oil leaking from oil hose connection on bottom of turbo. Before this 2,000 mile trip the...
  5. CH

    Diagnosing a Non-Working Tachometer on a 1998 Bluebird with Cat 3126

    Hi all, First post here -- of course, it's because I have a problem I can't figure out :rolleyes: When we bought our bus (1998 Bluebird with a remanned Cat 3126), the tachometer wasn't working (the drive home wasn't an issue since it was all flat Texas highways, I just kept an eye on temps)...
  6. DA

    2002 Tradewinds AC Condenser Fan Runs with Heat—Evans Control Issue?

    The RV is a 2002 Nat'l Tradewinds on a Spartin chassis. The AC fan runs intermittetly with heat on. It looks like an Evans control unit. I notices it when I stopped and left the vehicle while trying to back into a tight spot. It cycled a couple of times. My first thought is the AC is running...
  7. Jf57

    Diagnosing Low Alternator Voltage While Driving

    Does 12.8 volts are in the specs voltage while your on the road ? Best regards
  8. LV

    Diagnosing Persistent GFCI Tripping in RV Outlets

    2023 FC 25’ on shore power (our house). We have no power to three sets of outlets, which we believe are tied to the GFCI outlet with the test-reset buttons. When we reset the GFCI at the outlet, it pops right off again. Questions: 1: is it likely I need to replace the GFCI outlet, and if so...
  9. DA

    Diagnosing Water Leak Under RV Refrigerator Without Ice Maker

    Water under refrigerator no ice maker installed and no water to unit. Is there a drain line from the refrigerator to outside. 2008 3400rl.The water is under the pedestal the refrigerator sets on.
  10. RO

    Improving Bedroom AC Airflow and Duct Issues in 2021 RVs

    Good evening, I have a 2021 that I have purchased in the last 6 months. I travel for work. Well, I’m in Arizona atm and the temps are rising. I keep my A/c in my bed room off during the day while I’m at work so I’m not wasting power. Well my back ac will freeze up before it cools my room down...
  11. Skyboy

    Diagnosing Persistent Play After Steering Box Rebuild

    Here is my attempt to share video of my rebuild steering box play. I could not adjusted any more. I am pretty sure that I will have to send it back for second attempt. But what do I know? Wondering what you guys have to say...
  12. Stan&Jacquie

    Diagnosing Low Output from Aging RV Solar Panels with Victron MPPT

    I just upgraded my solar charger to a Victron Smart Solar MPPT 150/60 . I’m not comfortable with the numbers it is reporting and am concerned my solar output may be failing. My question is: How do I check the output of my array and what numbers should I expect? Details: At noon...
  13. Jackula-SKO

    Diagnosing Fast Idle Failure on 1995 Thomas 8.3 Cummins with Air Throttle

    I have a 1995 rear engine Thomas with a mechanical 8.3 with an air throttle. The throttle works fine but the fast idle has never worked. When I turn the switch on on the dashboard, you can hear and feel a little blast of air coming out of the solenoid, but there is no change in rpm. This air...
  14. ZO

    Diagnosing Oil Leak on 2009 F53 Chassis: Pan, Seal, or Filter?

    I recently brought my 2009 Bay Star into a repair shop and they told me I had a leak. The rig hasn’t been used since the summer. They aid it would be 185 just to run a camera and diagnose where it’s coming from. I know that after sitting a while some do have a small leak from sitting. Here is a...
  15. DN

    Diagnosing Low Power in Cat C7 190HP Engine on Thomas Bus Conversion

    Howdy folks! Cat C7 190HP engine in a Thomas Built bus, beginning the conversion process. The bus has been pretty low on power since the day I got it, and struggles to maintain even 50MPH on moderate hills. On a recent trip I was watching a diagnostic reader I had hooked up and here's what...
  16. BO

    Diagnosing Water Leaks Under Shower in Rockwood 2304KS

    I have noticed a piddle coming from my under my shower stall . When open the cover where comer out in front into bathroom looks and feels dry. Any one have done help for me on what else to try Thanks Bob
  17. boomdaddy3

    Diagnosing Dead Slide Outlets in Thor ACE: Loose Connection Fix & Wiring Tips

    Hello. We have a 2022 Thor ACE 29.5 with a full-length slide on the drivers side. I have included the marked-up 120VAC, 50A schematic below for illustration purposes. We have a GFCI circuit that includes a non-protected outlet in the dinette area (#1 below), which feeds the GFCI dual-outlet in...
  18. KI

    Diagnosing Water Leak and Fresh Tank Backflow in 2021 212QB

    2021 212 qb The fresh water tank is empty we have good water pressure to the bathroom sink toilet and kitchen The valves under the sofa are correctly oriented But we have a big puddle under the city water fill We are in FHU site and the connection and filter are dry What else should we look for?
  19. KE

    Diagnosing and Fixing Propane Tank Leaks on Older Airstreams

    I have a 94 excella and the propane tanks have a slight leak at the connection between line and tank ... evidently. I bought the trailer during COVID from someone who bought it from me and it has sat unused since he bought it around 2017. Now I want to get things ready for this years travel...
  20. RO

    Diagnosing Electric Water Heater Failure in RV: Steps and Common Issues

    Ok, got me stumped on this one. While out on our "snowbird tour" this year the electric side of the RV gas/electric water heater stopped heating the water. I checked all the breakers/fuses on the board and all are good. I changed out the heating element (had to install a short element instead...
  21. SC

    Diagnosing Battery Disconnect Solenoid Issues in 27FB

    While prepping my 27FB for an upcoming trip I noticed the batteries werent charging. This is situated in the mouse nest under the bed by the inverter. I am reading 13.6 coming from the converter but nothing from the other side leading to the batteries. Both fuses on top test good. What is its...
  22. JB

    Diagnosing Water Intrusion and Rot Under Fridge in 2020 Impact 359 Slide

    Hello all, Afraid I am having some water intrusion on the corner of my main slide under the fridge. My main question is, is there any possible way this is from the fridge leaking? Or is this coming from the outside somewhere? From what I can tell the mushy floor goes about a foot in from the...
  23. Slabman

    Diagnosing Rivering and Alignment Options for ZF Front Axle in Dallas

    I have a 2021 Dutch Star riding on a Spartan K-2 chassis with a ZF independent 17,000# front axle. 21,000 Miles. Stock Michelin tires. Following my service work at Spartan, over the course of about 2,000 miles, I suddenly developed this wear pattern and wonder what's going on here? Spartan...
  24. CA

    Diagnosing Frozen Water Leak Near Black Drain Line in Water Bay

    Water leak Frozen water, on outside of black drain line in water bay. Lines blown out and winterized. Open road 34PA. any ideas as to its source?
  25. Happyfloater

    Diagnosing and Replacing a Dead RV Converter in a Flagstaff MAC 176ltd

    Hello folks! My converter appears to have died. Well, it likely has had issues for a bit as my TV didn’t appear to be charging my battery and likely hasn’t been so far a bit, but I don’t go camping as often as I would like. I was given an AMPED Outdoors 12V Deep cycle 60ah Lithium. I know it’s...

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