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Forum: Toy Hauler 07-05-2018, 05:45 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,872
Posted By StephenK
Schwintek slide problem

Your super-slide is too big for the drive motors and associated equipment. The misalignment is caused by a combination of (a) broken bearing block(s), (b) damaged gear rack(s), (c) broken or bent...
Forum: Toy Hauler 06-26-2018, 01:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,215
Posted By StephenK
Had the same problem in our Infinity. Problem...

Had the same problem in our Infinity. Problem was a defective electronic control unit. This small box usually sits on top of the water heater (or very nearby). Turning on the unit to "gas" and the...
Forum: Travel Trailer 06-21-2018, 02:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,017
Posted By StephenK
We tried the (rather expensive) gray tank...

We tried the (rather expensive) gray tank deodorizers which didn't do a thing. Just flush with fresh water now-and-then and dump often. Black streaks: mix 1 part of Windex to 3 parts water and use...
Forum: Fifth Wheel 06-13-2015, 03:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,698
Posted By StephenK
I'll presume that you checked the thermostat for...

I'll presume that you checked the thermostat for mode settings, temp, and so on. The auxiliary sensor is a small, square, grilled, plastic device which (in my Infinity) is in plain sight. Could...
Forum: Fifth Wheel 01-16-2015, 08:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,035
Posted By StephenK
Your "catastrophic failure" of the slide motor...

Your "catastrophic failure" of the slide motor suddenly makes me nervous. The wife and I are brand new full-timers and plan on being very mobile. A failure like that while in some out-of-the-way...
Forum: Fifth Wheel 01-14-2015, 04:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,035
Posted By StephenK
Slide floor load limits?

I have a 2013 3850RL. The front edge of my bedroom megaslide won't close flush to the unit and a local repair facility claims that our conversion of the coat closet (back end of the slide) into a...
Forum: Fifth Wheel 11-01-2014, 11:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,981
Posted By StephenK
Lippert does make the frame, their "Colorado"...

Lippert does make the frame, their "Colorado" model, but when contacted about the shocks they say, "Not us." I have shock absorbers installed by gnomes in the dark-of-night.
Forum: Fifth Wheel 11-01-2014, 11:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,981
Posted By StephenK
Excellent, Dave. I'm all over it.

Excellent, Dave. I'm all over it.
Forum: Fifth Wheel 11-01-2014, 02:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,981
Posted By StephenK
Dave: Any chance you might have an invoice...

Dave:

Any chance you might have an invoice with the Monroe shock part number of model number? My timing for the replacement is critical as the wife and I will literally be waiting in the lounge...
Forum: Fifth Wheel 10-30-2014, 01:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,981
Posted By StephenK
My shocks have no markings or placard to give me...

My shocks have no markings or placard to give me a manufacturer or model number. Presuming that our shocks are the same, what did you buy?
Forum: Fifth Wheel 10-25-2014, 09:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,981
Posted By StephenK
But, it's right there in the brochure!

The Infinity brochure has a picture of the suspension showing shock absorbers with words advertising how smooth and stable the unit will tow with shocks.

My shocks were installed incorrectly. Has...
Forum: Toy Hauler 08-10-2014, 01:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,955
Posted By StephenK
If the unit has shock absorbers, you might find...

If the unit has shock absorbers, you might find that the I-beam frames were cut to make the shocks fit. Look for scratches, dents, or (as in my case), a full puncture of the shock barrel cylinder...
Forum: Chassis and Running Gear 08-02-2014, 02:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,241
Posted By StephenK
Follow up: Dutchmen says they can't cover a...

Follow up: Dutchmen says they can't cover a non-OEM addition to the unit. I called the original dealer (300 miles away) who ensures me that they don't mess with frames so it couldn't have been their...
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 08-01-2014, 02:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,044
Posted By StephenK
Fire 1 hour away, we've practiced "emergency...

Fire 1 hour away, we've practiced "emergency departure". Fire coming faster, cats in the truck, couple of photos of the camper and get going. Tornado or fast winds, grab the cats, pictures if time,...
Forum: Chassis and Running Gear 07-17-2014, 10:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,241
Posted By StephenK
Shock Absorbers

My 2013 Infinity has shock absorbers. The bushings are already suffering from extreme dry rot so I told an independent RV repair facility to replace them while changing tires. They came back saying...
Forum: Travel Trailer 03-16-2014, 05:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 10,667
Posted By StephenK
Wouldn't that be like buying a car but the...

Wouldn't that be like buying a car but the steering wheel is an optional add-on?
Forum: Toy Hauler 03-16-2014, 05:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,161
Posted By StephenK
I'm guessing that the whole slide was out of...

I'm guessing that the whole slide was out of alignment on its tooth-rails and your trip, bouncing down the road, put things back to where they belong. I'd cancel the appointment - no sense paying...
Forum: Toy Hauler 03-16-2014, 05:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,440
Posted By StephenK
Two 6-volt batteries in series with one 12-volt...

Two 6-volt batteries in series with one 12-volt in parallel will work but you'll probably have problems because the deep cycle 6-volt batteries will have a different charging resistance than the...
Forum: Travel Trailer 03-16-2014, 05:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,903
Posted By StephenK
I'd be concerned about leaving anything running...

I'd be concerned about leaving anything running in the unit while you're gone, from A/C to rain-sensing vents. Anything that draws electricity, unattended for long periods of time, could...
Forum: Fifth Wheel 03-16-2014, 05:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,108
Posted By StephenK
Do you have holes?

I open the kitchen slide on my 2013, 3850RL, get down on these old knees at the very back-back of the slide, head down to the floor, and gaze fondly - outside. Looks like the slide gasket (seal) it...
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 03-01-2014, 02:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,323
Posted By StephenK
When your first trip is back to the shop to have...

When your first trip is back to the shop to have the Lippert, leveling controller replaced, you quickly evolve the attitude that you're basically on your own regarding routing maintenance, care and...
Forum: Fifth Wheel 03-01-2014, 01:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,534
Posted By StephenK
Our 2013 3850RL was picked up in Ishpeming, MI,...

Our 2013 3850RL was picked up in Ishpeming, MI, last April. We're setting up for full time residence in the unit so I'm going "green", upgrading the electrics, belly insulation, rear view camera,...
Forum: Fifth Wheel 07-23-2013, 02:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,689
Posted By StephenK
Problem hasn't gone away. My 2013, 3850RL did...

Problem hasn't gone away. My 2013, 3850RL did the same thing. My dealer's mechanic (300 miles distant) suspected a fried Lippert controller and he was right. Very long story.
Forum: New Member Introductions 07-23-2013, 01:54 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,980
Posted By StephenK
Elvis has entered the room...

...well, no, not really.

Picked up my 3850RL on 4/6/13 and pulled it 300 miles to my home where it is parked at a self-storage lot. Inaugural camping trip on Mother's day weekend only to learn...
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