Newmar motorhomes on Freightliner chassis can experience rough rides due to improper ride height adjustment, incorrect air pressure settings, or suspension component wear. Most issues can be resolved through proper air bag calibration, shock absorber maintenance, and ride height adjustments.
Troubleshoot and fix random grey water tank blockages. Covers causes, cleaning methods, and prevention for smooth RV waste water drainage.
When your RV black tank overflows through the vent at less than full capacity, it's typically due to incorrect tank positioning, vent pipe placement, or sensor issues rather than blockages. The tank may be installed at an angle or the vent pipe may enter too low on the tank.
The ultimate guide to Ford F53 chassis ownership covering everything from routine maintenance to advanced troubleshooting. Learn about common issues, upgrade options, and keep your motorhome running reliably.
Essential RV tire safety guide covering selection, age limits, maintenance, and when to replace.
With a macerator pump, RV-specific toilet paper is not necessary. The macerator grinds paper with waste. Single-ply or septic-safe regular toilet paper works well - Scott 1000 is the most recommended. Avoid ultra-plush multi-ply and wet wipes.
Consistent 2-minute shutdown under load indicates fuel delivery cannot keep up with demand. Check fuel pump, bleed system, verify no restrictions. Also check if generator is undersized for AC load - may need soft start on AC unit.
Levelegs and air suspension are separate systems. If coach wont raise, check that levelers are fully retracted, air compressor is running, and no air leaks. May need professional service if stuck low. Do not drive with suspension issues.
Multiple coil codes on driver side likely common wiring, ground, or PCM driver issue. Check shared circuits before replacing coils.
Thor Ace has both macerator and gravity dump. Look for valves in the wet bay that direct flow to one or the other. Close the valve to the outlet you are not using. Some setups have both connected - gravity works by default, macerator works when pump is on.
Tankless RV water heaters lose significant efficiency at high altitude - about 4% per 1,000 feet. Above 4,500 feet, expect reduced output and possible flame failure. Consider traditional tank heaters if you frequently camp in mountains.
P0171 and P0174 together indicate system-wide lean issue. Most likely intake manifold gasket, PCV system, or MAF sensor. V10 known for PCV elbow and intake gasket issues. Smoke test recommended to find vacuum leaks.
Keep your RV comfortable in any weather with this AC, furnace, and heat pump troubleshooting guide.
Super Tech DEF is identical to Blue DEF - both meet ISO 22241 specifications. Buy whichever is cheaper. All API-certified DEF works the same regardless of brand name.
Atwood safety sensors need tank contact. Replace deteriorated foam with high-temp material, position sensors firmly against tank. If unit is old with multiple issues, consider replacement.