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Exterior Medium 2-3 hours 106 👍 0

RV Roof Leak Around Air Conditioner: Complete Repair Guide

Around noon Saturday I'm planning to tackle this stubborn RV roof leak by my air conditioner — what tools should I gather beforehand? My rooftop air conditioner is letting water in every time it rains, and when I climbed up there (probably looking like a graceful gazelle), I can see the sealant around the AC unit is definitely cracked and peeling.

I'm standing in the RV section of the hardware store looking at about 47 different tubes of sealant, and I have no idea which one won't turn into another cracked mess in six months. What's the best product to properly reseal around an RV air conditioner? I'd rather not repeat this whole 'indoor rain shower' experience again! …more

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Slideouts Hard Professional may be needed 89 👍 0

Tiffin Phaeton Atwood Levelegs Won't Fill Airbags: Troubleshooting Guide

Around 85°F, my 2008 Tiffin Phaeton with Atwood Levelegs refuses to fill the airbags for leveling — works perfectly in cooler weather. The coach is sitting low and I can't get it to fill the airbags properly. One of my leveling jacks isn't working right now.

Are the Levelegs and air suspension connected systems? What should I check to get my coach to raise up so I can drive safely? Is this something I can troubleshoot myself or do I need professional help? …more

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Engine Medium 2-3 hours 88 👍 0

How to Install a Tachometer on Ford E-450 RV Chassis - Complete DIY Guide

Woke up to my 2003 Itasca Spirit with Ford E-450 V10 chassis doing something bizarre — engine purrs like a kitten but zero RPM showing on dashboard. The dash doesn't have a factory tachometer, but I'd really like to monitor RPMs when towing and climbing hills.

What are the best aftermarket tachometer options for this setup? Looking for specific mounting solutions and wiring connections that work with the E-450's electrical system. …more

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Plumbing Medium 30 min 86 👍 0

RV Sewer Hose Freezing Temperature & Cold Weather Protection

Nobody can seem to agree on whether I should winterize my RV sewer hose system now or wait until temperatures actually threaten my specific setup. Current setup involves a dual-hose configuration with approximately 30 feet total length running to septic connection point.

Critical issue: The final two feet of hose rises approximately two inches above the main run elevation before connecting to the septic inlet. This creates a low point where effluent can accumulate rather than draining completely. Overnight temperatures are forecast to drop to 25°F for the next 48 hours.

What is the precise freezing temperature for RV sewer hoses, and does the uphill section with potential standing water create additional freeze risk at this temperature threshold? …more

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Electrical Medium 2-4 hours 85 👍 0

Ford F53 V10 Cam Sensor No Start: Step-by-Step Repair Guide 2024

Somewhere between last week's torrential downpour and this morning, my 2014 Bounder Classic 36H with the 2013 Ford F53 V10 chassis developed what appears to be a cam sensor failure preventing startup. The engine cranks over strong but absolutely will not start. I've been chasing this for weeks and I'm really hoping someone can point me in the right direction.

Here's what I know: Forscan is showing cam sensor faults while cranking, even after I replaced the cam sensor. I've got fuel pressure, the crank sensor is new, and there are no stored codes. The tachometer moves during cranking attempts, so I know I'm getting some signal. After crank attempts, there's a strong fuel smell. I've disconnected the battery ground for over 5 minutes to reset any hanging codes.

I'm starting to suspect this might be a wiring harness issue or possibly something with the timing chain. I have a tone generator on the way to check for potential wire breaks. The frustrating part is that everything seems like it should work, but it's like the PCM isn't getting the right timing information.

I really need guidance on the most likely culprits for cam sensor faults on these V10s. What should I be focusing on to get this thing running again? …more

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Engine Easy 15 minutes 84 👍 0

2006 Fleetwood Tioga Fuel Shutoff Switch Location: Complete Guide

Tried everything to get my 2006 Fleetwood Tioga running after it started cutting out randomly yesterday, but can't even find the fuel shutoff switch. I think it might be related to the inertial fuel shutoff switch, but I honestly have no idea where to even start looking for it.

Could someone please help me understand where this switch is typically located on this model? I've heard it could be in a few different spots but I don't want to go tearing apart panels randomly. Any guidance on the most common locations would be really appreciated! …more

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Appliances Easy 10 minutes 84 👍 0

Complete Guide to RV Control Panel Lights and Display Meanings

Dashboard has about 15 different indicator lights and half of them just came on after hooking up at a new campground. Some I recognize from the manual but a few aren't even documented. Need to understand what each light and display reading actually means before I start troubleshooting. …more

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Engine Easy 1 hour to diagnose 79 👍 0

Ford E-450 Class C RV Front Squeak: Complete Diagnosis Guide for Brake

Between leaving my campsite last night and starting up this morning, my Ford E-450 Class C developed this awful front-end squeaking that definitely wasn't there before. My 2004 E-450 Class C with 54k miles has developed a squeak coming from the front end, and I'm not sure how to figure out what's causing it.

The squeak seems to happen at different times - sometimes when I'm braking, other times when going over bumps or rough roads. I've heard it could be anything from brake issues to suspension problems, but I honestly don't know how to tell the difference or what to check first.

Could someone help me understand how to properly diagnose where this front squeak is coming from? I'd really appreciate any step-by-step guidance on what to look for and how to identify whether it's a brake problem versus suspension issue. …more

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Ac Refrigeration Medium 2-3 hours 79 👍 0

RV AC Humming But No Air Flow? Fix It Yourself (2024 Guide)

I tried everything I could think of, but probably a dumb question—why would my 2006 Sightseer 30B's AC hum after storage but blow zero air? big mistake lol. The thing is humming like crazy but zero air coming out of any vents. It's loud enough to wake the neighbors but doing absolutely nothing.

I'm guessing something got stuck or seized up while it was sitting? Anyone know what typically causes this after long storage periods? Really hoping it's something I can fix myself before calling a repair guy. …more

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Plumbing Medium 45 minutes 75 👍 0

Thetford Aria Deluxe 2 Toilet Blade Assembly Installation: Step-by-Step Guide

Finally picked up my RV last month only to discover the previous owner left the Thetford Aria Deluxe 2 toilet blade assembly completely botched and leaking everywhere. The replacement kit included multiple washers of different sizes, but the installation documentation lacks clear specifications for proper washer positioning.

I need to verify the correct placement sequence for the rubber washers - specifically which washer interfaces with the bowl surface and how the smaller washers should be positioned relative to the mounting hardware. The leak appears to be originating from the assembly-to-bowl junction, suggesting improper seal alignment during reassembly. …more

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Engine Medium 1-2 hours 74 👍 0

How to Replace Rear ABS Sensor on Heavy Duty RV Chassis - Complete Guide & Tips

Looked forward to spring camping season prep on my 2011 Ford F53 22,000 lbs GVWR RV, but that damn ABS light killed my inspection plans again. I'm trying to figure out where exactly the rear ABS sensor is located, specifically on these heavy duty chassis. I found a RockAuto part (WELLS 5S12339) that seems specific to my 2011 model.

I see there's one sensor at each rear wheel. I've already removed a small screw, but I'm unsure about next steps. Do I need to remove the wheel, drum, or bearing to access the sensor? There seems to be a metal cap over it that's complicating things.

Any advice on accessing and replacing this sensor, especially dealing with potentially rusty mounting hardware? I haven't found clear guidance on YouTube or IRV2.com for my specific setup. …more

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Ac Refrigeration Medium 1-2 hours 69 👍 0

RV Heat Pump Electric Heat Not Working: Complete Troubleshooting Guide for RV Owners

I'm planning a two-week cross-country trip that starts this Friday and my RV heat pump's electric side just completely died while the propane still works fine. What are the most likely causes when only the electric side fails? I need to know what components to check and test - things like heating elements, relays, or thermostat issues. What's the proper troubleshooting sequence for this problem? …more

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Electrical Medium 2-3 hours 68 👍 0

How to Wire LED Halo Headlights to F53 Chassis DRL System - Complete Guide

During every spring prep on my 2005 F53 chassis RV, those damn DRL wires for my LED halo headlights leave me completely stumped again. I've upgraded to LED headlights with built-in halos on my Safari Simba, and I desperately want to connect those halos to work with the existing daytime running light system instead of having the DRLs run through the main headlight beams.

I know there are DRL relays and the parking brake cutout that I need to stay downstream from, but I'm completely lost trying to trace these wires through all the looms and bundles. The headlight uses a standard H4 connector, and the halo has its own separate positive wire that needs 12V when the DRLs should be active.

Can someone please tell me which specific wire at the headlight connector carries the DRL output signal? I really hope there's a straightforward way to tap into this without messing up the existing relay control system! …more

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Electrical Medium 1-2 hours 67 👍 0

EuroLoft Bed Lift Control Issues - Entegra Vision Troubleshooting

The EuroLoft bed lift in my 2025 Entegra Vision is completely acting up and driving me crazy. The bed won't budge when I hit up or down - just sits there like a stubborn teenager.

Weird part is the up/down LEDs that normally stay on while it's moving? They just do this quick millisecond blink and that's it. I already checked the obvious stuff - removed the mattress, no belt issues, nothing binding up. I used a 12V supply to test the motor directly, and it works fine both ways - moves up and down when I apply power with correct polarity.

I checked 12V power is getting to the red and black wires, and when I manually powered the Brown and Grey motor wires, the bed moved up and down. But oddly, when I removed power after testing downward movement, the bed kept dropping until the driver and passenger chairs stopped it.

Sounds like maybe the Power Controller or ACS (Advanced Control System) might have lost its marbles? Anyone dealt with this before? I'm wondering if there's a reset procedure or troubleshooting guide for this system. Really don't want to call a tech if it's something simple I'm missing. …more

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Engine Medium 1-2 hours 67 👍 0

How to Replace RV Ignition Lock Cylinder: Step-by-Step Repair Guide

Three times this week my RV ignition has done something bizarre — the key slides in perfectly but refuses to turn at all, like it's completely seized. I've been working on replacing the ignition lock cylinder in my 2003 Hurricane RV after losing my keys, and I think I've made things worse. When I drilled out the old cylinder and pulled it out, some kind of gear mechanism came with it and now I can't get everything aligned properly.

The frustrating part is that I can turn the key and all the dashboard lights come on, but when I try to actually crank the engine, absolutely nothing happens. I've tried realigning the gear multiple times but I'm obviously missing something important. I'm wondering if I need to remove the steering column covers to get better access, or if this is complicated enough that I should just bite the bullet and call a locksmith.

Has anyone dealt with this type of ignition lock cylinder gear failure before? I really need to get this RV running again and I'm hoping there's a straightforward way to replace the whole lock cylinder assembly properly. …more

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