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Disc Brake Conversion
lotosrggp1 replied to Bob Keating's topic in Chassis, Handling, Tires & Brakes
If you move to disc brakes you will also need to change the master cylinder -
One more addition would be to run ethernet cable to it, especially if you have a metal building. They block wifi signals.
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Denso starter
lotosrggp1 replied to Doug and Nicki's topic in Engine, Transmission, Engine Cooling, & Hydraulics
Did you buy a lottery ticket? -
Robert, I see what you mean. I think I would have made a plate with a hole a little larger than the shaft that could slide under the stop on 3 sides. ---------u------------ Make it long enough to clear the armature in a vice so the armature can be held by this device holding the shaft. Use a brass drift or lead hammer to tap the shaft down without damaging it. Without a vice you could use the same piece with a second without a center hole and a couple of bolts to make a puller. Tom
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Looks like it should go to salvage
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Auminum roof with hundreds of holes
lotosrggp1 replied to Michel's topic in Body, Awning, Roof, Slides, & Steps
After looking at the corrosion article I wonder if the replacement roof was properly installed. Dielectric materials need to be used between dissimilar metals, like aluminum and steel, everywhere, to prevent galvanic corrosion. You might want to use an Non Contact Voltage Tester Pen to make sure there isn't live current there which would speed the action. -
Auminum roof with hundreds of holes
lotosrggp1 replied to Michel's topic in Body, Awning, Roof, Slides, & Steps
Sounds like the wrong alloy of aluminum was used for the current roof. 5052 is what used to be used in marine applications for its corrosion resistance. -
Dirty CAC
lotosrggp1 replied to BradHend's topic in Engine, Transmission, Engine Cooling, & Hydraulics
That's the way to do it. Weld the washer on then weld the nut thru the hole. The heat expansion will help break the bond. After the bolt is out I'd carefully run a tap to clean out the threads, blow the holes out with air, and use antiseize on the threads when you do the install. Reduce the torque values by 25% for lubricated fasteners. torque_specifications.pdf -
Dirty CAC
lotosrggp1 replied to BradHend's topic in Engine, Transmission, Engine Cooling, & Hydraulics
Looks like the fun is just beginning -
Dirty CAC
lotosrggp1 replied to BradHend's topic in Engine, Transmission, Engine Cooling, & Hydraulics
Welding works but be sure to protect your computer, alternator, etc. -
Watched a YouTube video /m.youtube.com/watch?v=AExrJ_Y4t64 last night on making 3D printed parts stronger/more durable. Worth a try. Hope this helps someone.
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Must be why the price of diesel is $1.50 a gallon more than gasoline here. Ouch
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This looks like yours, not mine, but dimensions? https://www.reflectwindow.com/products/weep-hole-cover-w-flap?variant=29518507606134¤cy=USD&msclkid=61c959a718e31cc9ce9d3af405b78900&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=AI - Shopping - USA&utm_term=4585169653039179&utm_content=Ad group %231
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I recently ordered the parts to do this from DK, was told the spacer was on backorder and the would be 2 to 8 weeks out. Told them I didn't want the order until the spacer came in. Came in about 10 days, have other projects ahead of them now.
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I think I'll try Joy next time followed by a steamer.
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I've heard of others finding their parts at NAPA if you bring the parts in. The problem is not all counter sales people are created equal, some know how to lookup odd part numbers and some cannot be bothered.
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Roadside Assistance Suggestions
lotosrggp1 replied to Bill R's topic in General Motorhome Discussion
Has anyone used or compared RA from https://www.escapees.com/benefits/escapees-roadside-assistance/ ? -
Can I increase Cummins ISC power?
lotosrggp1 replied to saflyer's topic in Engine, Transmission, Engine Cooling, & Hydraulics
Several years ago I had a friend (now deceased) who had a Mercedes 2D diesel car he made into a mini pickup. He was a Mercedes mechanic so was qualified. One of his modifications was homemade propane injection. It was well done, cute (so much so it was stolen within weeks of completion), and he said it gave more power and raised his fuel economy. Not sure such a modification would work on a computerized engine as it would self adjust. You should do more research before doing this, could make your engine into a bomb if done incorrectly. There are several outfits selling kits, here is one: http://badgerlandperformance.com/products/propane-injection-kits-semi-trucks/ I'd be interested if anyone has any experience with their rigs. -
App for locating camp sites
lotosrggp1 replied to Bob Priest's topic in General Motorhome Discussion
Allstays is only an apple app, but Allstays.com works similar and much of it is free although they also have a paid area. No one app is 100%, they all have class. -
The only thing I wish I had done when I built my shop would have been to run pex tubing in the floor for radiant heat. I did have a friend who wanted a pit, had the forms inspected, then dug his pit, lined it with cinder blocks and angle iron for a lip to set 2x6s across at the top. After the floor was poured the pit was covered with building materials when the pour inspection was done.
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Since you had a headlight switch go bad consider adding relays per previous discussions. That takes the load off the switch.
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Have you checked the separators at each faucet, they can plug with water heater sludge? The strainer at the water pump? The pressure regulator? Do you have a anti-siphon at the water supply?