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.
Yes, you can adjust rear RV Liquid Springs independently using the control panel or smartphone app. This comprehensive guide covers proper setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance for optimal ride quality and handling.
Troubleshoot and fix random grey water tank blockages. Covers causes, cleaning methods, and prevention for smooth RV waste water drainage.
Your 2000 Safari Sahar likely has an ACME fitting on the LPG tank that allows for transfer from portable tanks. However, liquid-to-liquid transfer requires specific equipment and safety precautions since you'll be dealing with a permanently mounted tank system.
Repair holes in RV grey water tanks. Covers temporary road fixes, permanent ABS patching, and polyethylene repair options.
Guide to Extend-A-Stay RV propane systems. Covers installation, operation, and safety for connecting external propane tanks.
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.
Cracked Dometic AC covers can be temporarily repaired with plastic welding or epoxy, but replacement is recommended for long-term durability. Roof vent caps are typically made of UV-resistant ABS plastic and can be replaced individually for $15-30.
Protect your RV from freeze damage with this comprehensive winterization and de-winterization guide.
The Ford F53 chassis with Godzilla V8 has improved power but still uses the same basic suspension design as previous models, which often requires aftermarket upgrades for optimal handling and ride quality in Class A motorhomes over 30 feet.
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.
Lift slideouts for floor repair using bottle jacks and blocks under the extended slide frame, or a come-along from inside. Never rely solely on hydraulics - always use mechanical blocking.
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.
E-450 caster adjusted via cam bolts or shims. 4-5 degrees positive caster recommended for RV stability. Adjust toe after caster change.
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.