Bob Schmeckpeper

What part of the world are you in? 

8 hours ago, cbr046 said:

I doubt a dog did this one, but "The dog did it!" is not something you want to hear.  Previous owner put a 2" plumbing cap over the air brake control for just that reason.  Our dogs were small but figured a good idea and practice. 

- bob

 

I found that a clothes pin works. Pull the plunger up, clothes pin under the plunger on the shaft. 

I think about it a lot. The problem is that it's always on wrong side of the continent. Have a great time everyone.  

Here's an article about the supply issue.  

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Picture would help.  

Im very dissolutioned with Cummins.  I have a great relationship at the parts counter, but when it comes to mechanical side then things fall apart fast. Working with Cummins in three different states I find that they add about $50 per hour and double the time when it comes to motorhome work because its a little harder to get to. And example with me was a lift pump replacement they quoted me 11 hours to do the job. I  hired my son to do the job. I played gopher. Held a light, got a couple of wrenches, drove him to the parts store to get a gasket,(because cummins did not include it) thing like that. Never did it before no experience. Took 4.5 hours. Now if an experienced mechanic has to take 11 hours to do the job that a person with no experience can do in 4.5 hours something is wrong.  That same job was quoted by 3 different cummins shops in 2 states. 

That's just my experience.  

I can make almost every job a 3 day ordeal any more.

So sorry to see this. It seems like you can't win no matter what you do.  

Add my name to the list. 

For what its worth go with rvcams. 

Tadi Brothers steer clear of. They may be 1/2 the price but you will end up wishing that you went with rvcams. Much better service & far superior equipment. 

Thank you everyone.  Here is the difference. Had to drill out the clip in the center to accommodate the machine mounting screw. There's a Big difference in the wipers, but they do get the job done.  Auto wipers only last about a year. The big ones I just took off lasted 6 years +. The last picture shows the mounting screw. 

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Were can I get new windshild wipers blades? I've checked all the places that I can think of. I  must be doing something wrong.  Right now I'm getting by with some modifying a pair of car wipers.  

Thanks Guys. 

12 hours ago, sg47619 said:

I didn’t know that. It’s a carefree one touch Awing on my 01 Monaco Dynasty I looked on line but couldn’t come up with anything. I may try to call them Monday and see what they think. 
Thanks for the info. 

Don't bother. Just went through that. Putting on a new awning, ins. Claim. They sold all the leftover inventory to someone back east and he doesn't have much left. 

I use purple power (Walmart I have found is the cheapest) put it in a spray bottle and go to work. Let it sit 10 to 15 minutes then spray it off with the hose. Not nearly as nice as Harry's. But I'm on the lookout for a used grout steamer. Lol

I guess I'm lucky, I  have a gravity fill port. 

40 minutes ago, 96 EVO said:

I'm thinking you mean 'do' plug unused holes.

No, be very careful that you put everything back the way you found them.  I  made the mistake of plugging all the holes.  I am now the proud owner of 3 of those valves.  Thinking they were bad. Finally looked at my old one an located the hole that was never plugged. Opened that hole back and fixed my problem.  

Does your air drop down after shutting down? I would lose air in about a 1/2 hour shutdown. I would have to wait for the air to build up before going on. Found a broken 1/4 in line up by the engine valve cover. I got a splice at napa and I was back on the road.  If you chance the Bendix D2 air pressure regulator be sure you don't plug unused holes. I made that mistake. Its easy to do. 

Good luck.   

44 minutes ago, SigPIlot said:

Had toppers (3) done by Stone Vos 3 years ago. Just had 3 window awnings and patio awning done last week. I had them install since we're an hour away but they will ship.

What kind of fabric did you chose?

2 hours ago, Chargerman said:

Would highly recommend contacting Stone Vos also. They will not steer you wrong. 

What kind of fabric did you chose?

Getting a new awning. What are your preferences on fabric?  Vinyl or acrylic. 

Thank you.  

I have a hard time understanding things like this. My coach sits right at 12ft when I'm in the driver's seat my head is close to 9 ft. 

I've done my share of stupid.  I  wish there was a driving class close by me, but I don't have that kind of luck. Had my rig close to 7yrs now. 3 minor mishaps. The last one was an awning pole, got too close to a post. New awning & a little fiberglass work. About a $1 bill size.  The other 2 only cost me about $400 combined. 

That being said, when driving these big rigs there's a lot to think about when you get stressed or you start enjoying the scenery too much that's when your troubles begin.  

I sure hope the injuries were minor. 

I would very interested but I'm betting you are no were near Arizona.  

You tube should have a video on it. I  have the carefree of Colorado awning.  

I did it myself 5years ago. If it becomes necessary to do it again I  would look at the compressor version. 

1 hour ago, saflyer said:

This be GONE!  Bob was right,  

 

Better be careful, you may get reprimanded for a post like that.  

Fixed a couple of switches by removing the connector, cleaned with electrical spray cleaner & reconnecting.