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  1. Been thinking that exact same idea. Thanks. Gary K
  2. It came that way in 2006. Never leaked until 2 years ago so I wouldn't think that's the problem. I will be taking it to a 3rd Allison Service Center soon. The only reason I posted this problem was in hopes that someone had the same problem and had the answer. Thanks. Gary K
  3. Probably, will take to another Allison service center soon and ask about doing that.
  4. Not familiar with the "hole." Have to check it out. However, if that were the problem, the 2 Allison dealers should have found it, I'd think. One dealer had 2 guys looking for over an hour.
  5. All bolts were retorqued. Serviced when replacing filters and seals. No issues. Gary K
  6. Have a very small transmission leak. Lose about 1 qt every 2000 miles or so. Because it's so small and the airflow spreads the fluid all over, it's impossible to determine where it's coming from. Gets on my towed. Been to 2 Allison service centers and they cannot tell either. They both cleaned the transmission case and I drove it around for a while and then returned for an inspection. The leak was so small that no fluid was visible. They both confirmed it is not a leaking driveshaft seal. I have always used the transmission control panel electronic fluid level feature to determine fluid level. When it began, there had been no recent servicing of the transmission. I did replace the filters and related seals just in case that might have been the issue but it was not. It has not been overfilled and therefore not a possible issue with too much fluid and venting outside at the top of the case. Looking at the pics, it might appear obvious the leak is the pan seal or the verticle case seal but I don't think so. It appears to collect there only after being driven for many miles. When it is cleaned and then driven, there is no apparent leak anywhere including there. However, that's not to say it isn't a possibility. The only way to know for sure would be to replace both one at a time. If I do anything, I'd replace the pan seal first. Any thoughts about that?? Replacing a qt every few thousand miles in itself is not a problem. The main issue is the fluid sticking to the underside of the case and chassis and worst of all, all over the right side of my towed collecting dirt and diesel exhaust, a mess, and damaging the paint. Haven't read anyone posting anything like this but hoping someone might have an idea or two. Thanks in advance. Gary K
  7. OK, here's the straight skinny on all of this. 😉 After reading these postings, was shocked to realize that all these years I didn't know I probably wouldn't have towing coverage in the event of an accident! I have Coachnet and Good Sam insurance with National General. I called both of them and Good Sam Roadside Assistance in addition. Got it all straight, but, to be sure, called them all again the next and asked the same questions. Received the same answers so I'm confident what I'm posting is correct. 1. Coachnet does NOT cover towing in the event of an accident. 2. GS insurance with National General does NOT cover towing in the event of an accident. 3. GS Roadside Assistance DOES cover towing in the event of an accident to the closest facility that can make repairs with no mileage limits. If the coach is totaled, towing is NOT covered. 4. 60 Days from now, Coachnet will be offering full coverage insurance, for the first time ever, that will have towing coverage available in the event of an accident. There you have it. Out...........✈️ Gary K
  8. Original Goodyears had BIG blowout on right front. HORRIBLE experience!! $15,000.00 damage many years ago. Imagine the cost today. Replaced with Michelin. Began sidewall cracking after only a few years. Went to Toyo M-144. Perfect after 5 years. Only Toyo for me in the future. Gary K
  9. Important info missing. What brand of tire is in this video? If Goodyear, no need to do any testing as they are a well-established POS. I know, Had a right front blow on me a few years back. HELL of a ride!! Gary K 2006 Windsor
  10. I had this exact experience. Did a lot of troubleshooting. Turned out to be the slide actuation switch that you push to operate the slide. Purchased a new one on Amazon (pretty sure it was Amazon). Easy to replace install. Slide has worked perfectly since. Gary K 06' Windsor
  11. Stone Voss, the ONLY place to go! Untarnished reputation. I've been there for a number of items including replacement of all awnings and slideout covers. Check out their website and you'll clearly understand why they are recommended consistently on this forum. Gary K, 2006 Windsor
  12. There's nothing wrong. As long as you have shore power connected and the battery charger on, it is supplying a higher voltage than the alternator output voltage, therefore, the alternator senses there is no load connected to it so it does not output anything, therefore, the alt light comes on. If you simply turn off the battery charger, then the alt light will not come on as it sees the 12VDC loads and outputs. Happens to me every time if I do as you have. The easiest is to turn off the charger before starting the engine, however, don't forget to turn it on after the engine is shut down. Regarding running the engine without driving. That's the wrong thing to do. What I'm about to say applies to any internal combustion engine including your diesel. I don't have time to get into the damage that you are doing to the engine but you can do some research to find out. Don't know if Cummins still has the tech phone number but if they do, call and confirm what I'm saying. The only time you should start the engine is if you're going to drive it for at least 20+ miles to bring everything to operating temperature in part to eliminate the harmful contaminates produced at low RPM's by never getting up to operating temps. Idling the engine does damage at any time. Operators who think they have to warm up a diesel are wrong. Ask and they cannot tell you why they do it other than that's what the big trucks do. In fact, that's not what they do. That's what the uninformed think is happening. You have two additional higher RPM idle settings available by using the cruise control switch. If you've been driving and are going to stop for a short time, do not keep the engine at idle. Shut it down if it's going to be for more than a minute or so. OR, if you need to keep it running for some reason, then select the lower of the 2 higher idles available. Allowing the engine to idle at the normal low RPM can overheat the injector pump, the injectors and create harmful deposits in the oil. As confirmed with Commins engineers, I do not move all winter in AZ & never run the engine for 6-7 months. That's not the best thing to do for many reasons I won't get into now. However, that is better than running the engine without driving. That is the takeaway. Final point. When ready to drive, the best option is to confirm oil pressure and then drive off at a moderate speed regardless of the outside temps. Yes, even in very cold weather. That's what one should do with a car as well. When departing an RV park, it's not possible to start the engine and then drive off because there are things that need to be done as you're going through your departure procedure. Keep in mind, idling is harmful so if after you start and move a little and then need to do some additional tasks outside, if it's going to be for more than a short time, shut it down and restart later. There may be some who will respond with negative comments about what I have written. If so, and even if they don't because you don't know me or my qualifications, go online, do some research and then proceed knowing you have the proper information. Gary K
  13. Hope someone here can sort it out as I'm confused. Thanks. Gary K
  14. How can swapping multiplex switch panels work? Isn't each switch programmed for a different light? I thought doing that would be impossible without have each panel re-programed? Gary K
  15. The best thing would be to do a Google search for "multiplex systems in motorhomes." You'll get many hits and some YouTube videos. Then you can go as deep as you want to learn and understand. Much better than me trying to do it here. Gary K
  16. For the past couple of years, at random times, my interior multiplex light controls freeze where set. Lights that are on stay on and lights that are off cannot be turned on. All the control panel switches are inoperable except for one, the bathroom switch panel. Found it by going around to see if any switches were operable. This was the only one. If I push any of the 6 switches, everything returns to normal, or, if I unplug the assembly on the backside then re-plug it in, everything returns to normal as well. As it is, no big deal because it happens on average about once a month. I full-time. However, my concern is that since something is obviously wrong, it's easy to return to normal now but how long before the problem gets worse and I cannot fix it; disaster. I have spoken to M&M years ago about a different problem and found them to be easy to contact, very willing and helpful. Before I call them about this, decided to post and see what information is out there. Thank you in advance. Gary K 06 Windsor
  17. Thank you to everyone who responded to my question regarding the use of a full cover. I determined, from your responses, that they do work and are worth the money and time. Gary K
  18. I'm considering leaving my 2006 Windsor outside in northern ID for the winter using a high-quality complete cover. The water system will be properly winterized. Electrical power will be available to keep the batteries charged but I don't want to rely on it to keep the Aqua Hot connected if the power should fail when no one is around, therefore, the reason to winterize. Approximately, twice a month someone will be there to look it over inside and outside. I fully understand the possibility of chafing damage to the paint if the cover is not applied properly so I don't think that would be a high risk. What kind of damage could be done during the storage as it will be subject to sub-freezing temperatures for long periods? Is it worth the risk? Inside storage is not available. Thanks. Gary K
  19. Not a hose. I can see the area on the bottom of the case that is the source. Cleaned it up and then checked some miles later. 90% sure it is a seal. Thanks. Gary K I'd be interested in more info as to why you replaced the gasket. Did it begin to leak? How bad? etc. It's not the O rings. I did speak with Boarder but the one Allison mechanic is out sick and booked 3 weeks out. They also have many bad reviews. I'm staying in Ruidoso for a few months so not time critical. Thanks. Gary K
  20. Anyone know of a reliable Allison repair shop in El Paso or Las Cruses? Appears that my 3000 sump pan gasket is leaking about 1 qt/hour. It's all on my TOWED now. 😒 I found a number of authorized facilities in both cities but lots of bad reviews too. Thanks! Gary K, 2006 Windsor
  21. Tom, excellent point about the switch load. I knew that but just didn't think it through. A little embarrassing as I have a good electrical background even with circuit design; however, you'd never know from my post. 😒 I just received a new resettable fuse. Will install after I receive the 2 new switches coming tomorrow then keep my fingers crossed. 🤞🙂 Batteries are good and master cutout switches were replaced with high quality marine ones some years back. No other 12 VDC issues anywhere. However, slide relays still original. Thanks for taking the time to respond. Always much appreciated! Gary K
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