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Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 01-29-2024, 04:56 PM
Replies: 2,210
Views: 664,369
Posted By DonB
I have had problems with moths in NM, lady bugs...

I have had problems with moths in NM, lady bugs in IA, and flies everywhere else. I finally figured it out. Whe your slide is out, look at the side and under seals. You will see gaps, notches, and...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 11-09-2023, 10:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 308
Posted By DonB
This is the exterior shower, the door is not...

This is the exterior shower, the door is not waterproof so cutting the back out is not an option.
I have searched and haven't found a slip in door that size. I was hoping someone was better at...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 11-08-2023, 08:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 308
Posted By DonB
Cargo door

I want to replace the "Cowboy shower" with a keyed access door. The water pump and slide controller are nearly inaccessible on my 2017 Gemini TB. I have been fighting access since 2017. While it...
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 09-11-2023, 01:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 587
Posted By DonB
Thanks for the input. I won't need the jack, my...

Thanks for the input. I won't need the jack, my bigfoot leveling system will work for that.
I was most concerned about airflow tò the radiator.
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 09-10-2023, 07:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 587
Posted By DonB
Front spare tire mount

2017 Gemini, Ford 350HD diesel
I am considering adding a front receiver so I can carry a spare tire. The rear receiver is busy with a storage box.
Anyone have experience doing that? I will have to...
Forum: Thor Motorhome General Discussions 08-23-2023, 08:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,924
Posted By DonB
I don't like leaving the polished hydronic rams...

I don't like leaving the polished hydronic rams exposed. Rust is the issue. One spot and it tears up the seals.
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 07-21-2023, 11:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,369
Posted By DonB
Remember, water runs down hill. I was getting...

Remember, water runs down hill.
I was getting water in my Gemini. Couldn't find the leak, then thought to check the top seals. There was a gap where the side and top seals should have met. I used...
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 10-29-2022, 07:31 PM
Replies: 2,210
Views: 664,369
Posted By DonB
Our 2017 did the same thing. I took the cover off...

Our 2017 did the same thing. I took the cover off the furnace and found sawdust, shavings, and trash next to the heat exchanger. A quick vacuuming took care of the problem.
I hunted through other...
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 10-29-2022, 07:27 PM
Replies: 2,210
Views: 664,369
Posted By DonB
Our slider hardware went bad when we were on the...

Our slider hardware went bad when we were on the road. Fortunately a little muscle and my wife on the switch, we were able to get home.
Schwintech was glad to sell my mobile repairman parts. While...
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 10-29-2022, 07:22 PM
Replies: 2,210
Views: 664,369
Posted By DonB
We purchased and installed recliners instead of...

We purchased and installed recliners instead of the "jack knife" couch. Much more comfortable - and with the price of upholstery even if it lasts only a few years, it will be less expensive than...
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 10-29-2022, 07:17 PM
Replies: 2,210
Views: 664,369
Posted By DonB
We purchased LED backup lights for our 2017...

We purchased LED backup lights for our 2017 Gemini TR23 (Ford diesel chassis).
Hooked into the wiring harness they do not work, attached directly to the battery they are bright!
Is it a computer...
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 10-29-2022, 07:12 PM
Replies: 2,210
Views: 664,369
Posted By DonB
Has anyone with a "post and latch" style door...

Has anyone with a "post and latch" style door latch (look at your car door for an example) gone to the RVLock Atlas keyless mechanism? My 2017 TR23 on the Ford Diesel Chassis has the latch set back 1...
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 07-08-2022, 02:01 PM
Replies: 2,210
Views: 664,369
Posted By DonB
Personally, I would unplug and leave it off. You...

Personally, I would unplug and leave it off. You can never tell when a short may develop or a mouse may chew a wire. My vote is unplug and shut the power off.
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 07-08-2022, 01:57 PM
Replies: 2,210
Views: 664,369
Posted By DonB
Dill tpms

Decided to install a tpms, Dill uses sensors that mount inside the tire. Battery life is listed at 5-7 years.
Anyone have experience with them on a 2017 era Transit?
DonB
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 04-16-2022, 01:27 PM
Replies: 2,210
Views: 664,369
Posted By DonB
Jawsds I think they lay awake nights trying to...

Jawsds
I think they lay awake nights trying to figure our how to make it hard for the owner.
If they have a "fix" be sure to post it. There are a bunch of us who could use it!
Don B.
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 04-13-2022, 01:53 PM
Replies: 2,210
Views: 664,369
Posted By DonB
I have a 2017 on a Ford Chassis, maybe the same. ...

I have a 2017 on a Ford Chassis, maybe the same.
Inside the storage compartment under the slide out, to the left is a door that lets you access the water pump. My controller is in that same area,...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 03-26-2022, 09:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,599
Posted By DonB
Had that happen in Idaho last summer. Took it to...

Had that happen in Idaho last summer. Took it to a dealer and they found the injection port was plugged with the white residue you see on the def bottles. They cleaned it and have no more problem....
Forum: Class A Motor Coach 11-14-2021, 05:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,104
Posted By DonB
On the farm, we always greased hydrolic rams that...

On the farm, we always greased hydrolic rams that were left extended for the winter to avoid corrosion.
If i dont have to leave the ram extended i don't just for that reason. With the new metals...
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 07-28-2021, 09:09 PM
Replies: 2,210
Views: 664,369
Posted By DonB
I know I am listed as a Junior member, but I have...

I know I am listed as a Junior member, but I have nearly 50 years of camping experience and have significant "handyman" repair experience (4 years in a Thor).
So, has anyone converted the useless...
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 07-28-2021, 09:04 PM
Replies: 2,210
Views: 664,369
Posted By DonB
The Automatic is nice, but we had it stick on DC...

The Automatic is nice, but we had it stick on DC at a remote campground and had to run the chassis engine to charge the battery enough to start the generator. The moral of the story is - if you use...
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 07-25-2021, 04:08 PM
Replies: 2,210
Views: 664,369
Posted By DonB
Window

2017 Gemini on Ford frame:
Has anyone converted the front "fire excape" window to an active ventilation window? If so what hardware did you use and how did you rig a screen?
The window is really...
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 05-22-2021, 05:41 PM
Replies: 2,210
Views: 664,369
Posted By DonB
Thanks 4dsx4 and coveman2. Not the exhaust,...

Thanks 4dsx4 and coveman2.
Not the exhaust, itis on the other side of the R V.
This professionals is a good idea, but none in the area, will let Ford see if they can find it.
DonB
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 05-18-2021, 09:16 PM
Replies: 2,210
Views: 664,369
Posted By DonB
Trailer plug problem

I need help from someone who knows more about automotive electrical systems than I.
Our rig is a 2017 Gemini on a Ford Diesel chassis. Once we got the bugs our of it, we have put many happy miles on...
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 04-10-2021, 07:13 PM
Replies: 2,210
Views: 664,369
Posted By DonB
I had the same thing happen the first year we...

I had the same thing happen the first year we owned our Gemini. We were a LONG way from a dealer, so I drilled holes in the the door and bolted it fast. BIG MISTAKE. When I got home I discovered that...
Forum: Class B & B+ Motorhomes 06-20-2020, 10:02 PM
Replies: 2,210
Views: 664,369
Posted By DonB
I asked several weeks ago about air bag systems...

I asked several weeks ago about air bag systems for a Gemini/Compass class unit.
My son located a Firestone Ride-Rite that installs and works well. My unit is a 2017 on a Ford Chassis.
The...
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