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Engine Easy N/A - finding shop 110 👍 0

Ford F53 V10 RV Chassis Repair Shops Near Raleigh NC - Engine Service

My Ford F53 V10 is showing misfire codes P0301 and P0303, but my compression test reads 180 PSI when everything says it should be around 150 PSI. I'm located near Raleigh, North Carolina, and I need to get some mechanical work done - specifically repairs to the exhaust manifold bolts and air conditioning system work.

The problem I'm running into is that when I call Ford dealerships in the area, they keep telling me they don't work on motorhomes, even though it's a Ford chassis. This seems crazy to me since the engine and drivetrain components should be the same as other Ford vehicles. The exhaust manifold issue and AC problems are fairly standard automotive repairs, so I don't understand why the Ford connection isn't helping me here.

What type of repair facilities should I be looking for instead? Are there specific shops or service centers near Raleigh that specialize in F53 chassis work, or should I be approaching this differently? I just need somewhere that can competently handle these mechanical repairs on my motorhome without the runaround. …more

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Ac Refrigeration Medium 2-3 hours 107 👍 0

Norcold RV Refrigerator Won't Stay On Propane - Complete Troubleshooting Guide

Called my buddy at midnight when my Norcold RV refrigerator quit staying lit on propane — need to figure this out before our food spoils by morning. and by dream, I mean my Norcold refrigerator has decided it's too good for propane! The thing fires up just fine on LP gas - I can hear it purring away like a happy cat. But then, like a fair-weather friend, it abandons me after an hour or two and shuts itself off.

I'm starting to feel personally rejected by my own appliances. The electric mode works perfectly fine, but when I'm boondocking, my generator and I aren't exactly best friends either. I've heard this could be a thermocouple issue, burner problems, or maybe the control board throwing a tantrum. How do I figure out which component is giving me the cold shoulder (pun intended)? Any diagnostic tips to help me troubleshoot this temperamental beast? …more

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Engine Medium 2-3 hours 104 👍 0

1993 American Eagle Onan Generator Low Voltage Fix: Rectifier Bridge Corrective Steps

Tried everything to fix my 1993 American Eagle's Onan generator low voltage issue — about to buy a $150 rectifier bridge but is it actually the solution? Everything seems to run fine - it starts up without issues and sounds normal - but I'm only getting 12-15 volts output instead of the proper voltage I should be seeing.

I've been doing some research and think it might be related to the rectifier bridge or suppressor components, but I'm not entirely sure. The service manual mentions parts CR21 and RV21, but I'm honestly a bit overwhelmed trying to figure out exactly which replacement parts I need.

Could someone help me understand what's likely causing this low voltage issue and point me toward the correct replacement parts? I'd really appreciate any guidance from those more experienced with Onan generator repairs. …more

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Ac Refrigeration Medium 2-4 hours 85 👍 0

Norcold RV Refrigerator Not Cooling Properly: Complete Temperature Troubleshooting Guide

Before the summer heat kicks in, my 20-year-old Norcold absorption refrigerator only stops cooling when it's above 85 degrees outside — works perfectly fine the rest of the time. I've been tracking its performance with a recording thermometer for 5 days.

Here's what I've observed:
- Cooldown takes about 4 hours
- Freezer varies between 0 and 5 degrees
- Every ~24 hours the unit shuts off to defrost, heating to about 20 degrees
- Time to warm from 5 to 20 degrees is around 1.5 hours

I changed the temperature setting from 7 to 5 on day 3, which seemed to affect the temperature. The refrigerator section is hovering between 30 and 35 degrees during this time.

Is this temperature pattern normal for an absorption fridge, or does this sound like something that needs to be fixed? I'd really appreciate some guidance from more experienced RVers about what these temperatures might indicate. …more

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Ac Refrigeration Medium 2 hours 85 👍 0

RV Refrigerator Freezing Everything: Fix Temperature Control Issues Fast!

Our RV refrigerator has completely lost its mind — it's turning our milk into ice blocks and freezing our lettuce into green popsicles. Even cranked to the "warmest" setting, this thing treats everything like it belongs in the freezer section.

The freezer compartment is working perfectly normal (of course), and I've already checked the thermistor which seems fine. But clearly something is controlling the temperature wrong because I'm pretty sure my eggs shouldn't require an ice pick to crack open.

What actually controls the main fridge temperature in these rolling iceboxes? I need to figure out what's making my refrigerator think it's auditioning for a role in Frozen. …more

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Ac Refrigeration Medium 2-3 hours for fridge 78 👍 0

1986 Fleetwood Jamboree Fridge Repair Guide + Ford 460 Engine Upgrade

Got my third fridge failure this season in my '86 Fleetwood Jamboree with the Ford 460 carbureted engine and I'm done guessing what's wrong. Two main issues:

The fridge isn't working at all. What should I check first for troubleshooting?

Also considering an EFI conversion on the 460 for better fuel economy since gas mileage is brutal. Is this upgrade cost-effective or should I stick with maintaining the carburetor system? …more

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Ac Refrigeration Medium 2-3 hours 72 👍 0

Dometic RV Refrigerator Not Cooling on Propane: A Complete Troubleshooting Guide

Nobody can agree on what's wrong — my neighbor blames the thermocouple, the RV dealer says it's the burner assembly, YouTube claims gas pressure issues, yet my Dometic refrigerator works fine on shore power but won't cool on propane. However, when I switch to propane mode for boondocking, it's a completely different story.

The propane burner does ignite and I can see the flame burning, but the refrigerator simply will not cool down at all. It stays at ambient temperature no matter how long I leave it running on propane. I've checked and the propane tanks are full, and my other propane appliances (stove, water heater) work fine, so I know gas is getting to the unit. The cooling unit itself seems fine since it works great on electric.

I'm wondering if this could be related to the burner assembly, thermocouple, or something with the flue system? I'd really like to understand what the most common causes are for this type of issue where electric mode works but propane mode doesn't cool, and what troubleshooting steps I should take to diagnose and fix the problem. …more

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Electrical Medium 45 minutes 69 👍 0

Dometic CCC2 Thermostat No Power: Troubleshooting & Fix Guide 2024

Opened up my new-to-me 1960 Safari RV only to find the Dometic AC unit's CCC2 thermostat has zero power and I'm completely lost. The AC unit is getting 120V power, but the thermostat displays zero power. My troubleshooting so far:
1) The inverter works great with 13.9V at the battery
2) The AC unit is receiving 120 power
3) The "telephone" line is also receiving power at both sending and receiving ends
4) The thermostat is registering zero power

I'm assuming this is a thermostat issue and not a fuse problem. What could be causing the CCC2 thermostat to have no power when everything else checks out? …more

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Engine Hard Several days 65 👍 0

E4OD Transmission Rebuild Guide: Motorhome vs Truck Torque Converter Differences

Planning my annual spring RV prep for the 1994 motorhome, that stubborn E4OD transmission keeps reminding me the rebuild I've been avoiding can't wait another season. I'm specifically wondering if the motorhome E4OD has a unique torque converter compared to truck models. When I get this transmission on the workbench, what should I know about finding the right torque converter? Are there any key differences I need to watch out for? I want to make sure I order the correct parts and do this rebuild correctly. …more

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Ac Refrigeration Easy 30 minutes 47 👍 0

How to ID Roof AC Model on 2004 Fleetwood Expedition

This drives me crazy — my 2004 Fleetwood Expedition's roof AC only acts up when it's above 85 degrees outside, but I can't identify the model number to order replacement parts. I've got a 2004 Fleetwood Expedition and the front roof air conditioner isn't working properly. I went up on the roof to check it out, but the sticker with all the model information is completely weathered and unreadable. I can make out that it might be a Dometic or Coleman unit, but I'm not sure. Without the model number, I'm having trouble finding parts or even knowing what I'm dealing with. Is there another way to figure out what AC unit I have? Any guidance would be really appreciated - I'm still learning about all this RV stuff! …more

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Onan 166-0779 Spark Plug Wire Replacement Alternative

Onan generator is misfiring and I traced it to a bad spark plug wire — part 166-0779 — but it's backordered everywhere for months. Generator is my only power source for boondocking and I need to find a compatible aftermarket wire that'll work without modifications. …more

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