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02-12-2020, 12:10 PM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Gemini 23TR
State: Ontario
Posts: 54
THOR #14621
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mountainsam
There are a few screws that hold that shelf in. You can remove the front ones but the back two (in my case) I just had to gently pry up. No damage incurred. My shelf was turned upside down, casters installed and used for storing Shopsmith attachments in my garage. Under the couch is now a new fully inflated spare tire and two pull out wire drawers for food, water or what have you, table top and when traveling we also carry a couple folding canvass chairs.
http://www.thorforums.com/forums/att...1&d=1569725538
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Mountainsam,
I meant to ask what type of rim you got for the spare.
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02-12-2020, 07:53 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
State: Virginia
Posts: 6
THOR #12710
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2017 gemini, faded cap over cab
Hello all. My wife and I love the unit, take good care of it, keep it covered but still have awful fading on the fibreglass cap over the cab. Thor is useless, they will not stand behind the product. Dealer is useless, they won't stand behind the product either. I am looking at maybe getting the cap painted. Any experience with this? Thank you!
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02-12-2020, 08:14 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Compass 23 TB
State: Ontario
Posts: 361
THOR #13224
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Gemini Faded cap
I am experiencing the same problem but mine is more discolourization than fading. I took it to an auto detailer and he said he may be able to fix it with a wax compound and using a buffer but it would cost $100 to see if it works and because where it is (see pic) he would need a scaffold and if that works it would be $300-400 for the whole job. I think
I will spend the hundred and see where that goes and would probably have the job done.
I also contacted Thor and my dealer went to bat for me but Thor said it was poor maintenance and maybe diesel fuel got spilled up there (that was a good one !!!!) so they threw their dealer under the bus
I did get a ballpark figure from a local autobody guy who restores old cars and he figured around a grand or more to do it, and again its where it is and how to get at it.
Will not get to it until it warms up, up here
Coveman2
2018 Thor Compass 23TB
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02-12-2020, 08:49 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Forest River Forester 235
State: Indiana
Posts: 4,883
THOR #6826
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My Freedom Elite was starting to do the same thing and unfortunately I think it’s pretty normal. Look at most any older unit without full body paint and it probably will be a flat and uneven color pretty much everywhere. I found that I could make it look pretty good with a LOT of hard work but it wouldn’t last. I think the only permanent fix is paint. I ended up trading (not for this reason) but put full body paint on my list of must haves. Some folks have gone with a wrap as an alternative idea. Hope you find a solution.
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02-13-2020, 01:01 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 24TF Compass / Mercedes
State: New York
Posts: 200
THOR #17969
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I have spent many years and hours working on fiberglass boats that have faded and checked. The sun is brutal and dries out the glass over time. I will give a shout out to a product I am using now with pretty reasonable success at keeping the boats looking good. Here is the link to the product:
https://topcoat.store/pages/topcoat-f11-faq
The stuff cost about $120 a gallon, but goes on sale very frequently for much less. There are smaller quantities available if chosen. It does go a very long way when applied properly. Fellow boaters I have recommended the product to, are very impressed with the results. Consider trying if on your nose piece. It will over time and use re-hydrate the fiberglass as it penetrates. I plan to use it on my Compass to keep it showroom new looking so contaminants will slide or wash off easily. Just my two cents.
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02-13-2020, 05:43 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2017 Gemini 23TR
State: British Columbia
Posts: 215
THOR #5922
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Tire questions:
What have Gemini/Compass owners purchased as their next 6 tires?
Has anyone put snow rated Winter only tires on and if so what brand? (not planning to drive in snow but required for hwy driving in my location)
Tire pressure monitors? Any preferences? Nancy
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02-14-2020, 01:53 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2017 Compass 23TR
State: Florida
Posts: 100
THOR #9752
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Same here on our 23TR, however as I had posted earlier on this forum, we also experienced holes from air gaps between the fiberglass and backing foam. The fiberglass is so thin in spots that as I was cleaning/waxing the front cap, I cracked opened up two small holes. We filled one that was next to the "sunroof" with sealant and put a reflector/marker on it and another to the left of the "sunroof" to balance it out. Almost looks factory! The other is much smaller and just above the windshield on the driver's side. That one we plan to fill with a gel type sealant/glue and touch up paint. Hopefully we don't experience any more.
Paul
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02-17-2020, 02:32 AM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Gemini tw
State: Alberta
Posts: 38
THOR #17351
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Quote:
Originally Posted by nmcmilla
My 23TR has a short mud flap mounted in front of the rear passenger-side tires (nothing in front on the rear drivers-side). Doesn't look like it was longer unless it was cut off. So short by design I think. Both my rear mud flaps look properly anchored and not coming in contact with anything....
The front wheel wells look like they could use the wheel well liners too so will be watching for the "after" updates. Nancy
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That is to help protect the wiring and battery box under the entry step. There is a solenoid and exposed wiring on the back of the battery box. I had to have the solenoid changed on my Gemini due to extreme corrosion.
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02-17-2020, 04:08 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2017 Gemini 23TR
State: British Columbia
Posts: 215
THOR #5922
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Campingwithourgemini
That is to help protect the wiring and battery box under the entry step. There is a solenoid and exposed wiring on the back of the battery box. I had to have the solenoid changed on my Gemini due to extreme corrosion.
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Good to know. Will monitor for problems. Nancy
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02-17-2020, 04:06 PM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Gemini tw
State: Alberta
Posts: 38
THOR #17351
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Use/store switch
On my Gemini, the switch is an on/off switch with a red light on the left side in the entryway to the coach.
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02-17-2020, 04:54 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
State: Oregon
Posts: 14
THOR #9169
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look at post 112.
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02-18-2020, 06:49 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Gemini 23TR
State: California
Posts: 981
THOR #6701
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Hobbes
Hello all. My wife and I love the unit, take good care of it, keep it covered but still have awful fading on the fibreglass cap over the cab. Thor is useless, they will not stand behind the product. Dealer is useless, they won't stand behind the product either. I am looking at maybe getting the cap painted. Any experience with this? Thank you!
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I have had my 23TR detailed twice by a professional detailer that does insurance repairs. He can't stop the cap from returning within a few months to the dull uneven looking mess. I agree paint or wrap is the only long term solution. I have stopped spending money on labor and fixes. I plan to go full paint when I can't stand the oxidation any longer. I will keep it clean and buffed as well as possible until then.
Nancy, as far as tires go I plan to upgrade to 205 or 215. Probably kill my 16 mpg but on the other hand having the slightly larger circumference may improve it a bit.??? All weather highway tread for me but we get no snow. If we did I would go with a not so aggressive snow tire on the rear. I lived my first 40 years in heavy snow country and had all I want of that.
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2017 Gemini 23TR Ford chassis w/ power stroke 3.2
DW, Daughter and 2 dogs, Sofie (black lab/boxer) and Phoebe (schnoodle)
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02-19-2020, 11:23 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Compass 23TR
State: Texas
Posts: 111
THOR #7972
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Stock Ford Transit wheel part number
Nancy,
Our dualy wheels are smaller than a typical 1 ton wheel.
I bought my spare off eBay for $50. Photo shows part number and size.
Hugh
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02-20-2020, 03:32 AM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Four Winds 25V
State: British Columbia
Posts: 29
THOR #16038
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Ed Felker's Manual
I down loaded and copied Ed's manual today. WOW! what a great gift Ed has given us. I'm not new to RVing,but have found all kinds of great info. A must for newbies and oldies alike.Thank you Ed ,Your the Man!
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02-24-2020, 04:00 PM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Gemini 23TR
State: Ontario
Posts: 54
THOR #14621
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Amazing what you find on Youtube
Some or many of you may have already seen this. Just found it interesting.
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02-26-2020, 10:59 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Gemini 23TW
State: Alaska
Posts: 22
THOR #14358
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New for 2021 Compass & Gemini
Talked with a Thor Sales Rep., he said that both the Compass & Gemini for 2021 with the Ford drive train will now be 4 wheel drive, 2.7L EcoBoost V6-Gasoline, 325 HP, 400 Ft.Lb. Torque.
They are keeping the TW model and adding a TE (which will have the murphy bed design).
No more diesel!
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02-29-2020, 10:28 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
State: Virginia
Posts: 6
THOR #12710
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Update: just got the Gemini home. Cap looks pretty good, I think that the dealer could have done a better job on prep, but all in all I am pleased with the outcome. I still maintain that it should never have happened. It's a shame that Thor has abandoned all pretense of standing behind an otherwise good unit. I think the cap-only paint solution is ok. Time will tell.
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03-02-2020, 03:18 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2018 Gemini 23 TR
State: Quebec
Posts: 29
THOR #11163
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Bed unfolding.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Harry Kennedy
Hello _ i know i've previously read similar posts regarding the -
1) sun roof (shade) bezel drooping, but darned if I can locate a fix. We're 3 years in, and while it's never been tight, it's always held - but those day are over. Hanging by a thread. Is it just a matter of tightening the mounting - I can feel what might be a screw on the one corner hanging loose, but cant seem to find where it goes. Do i need to take the whole thing down - anyone have pictures? suggestions?
2) bed unfolding while driving. I can foresee perhaps a compression rods across the width, but was wondering if someone had a better idea?
3) havent seen any posts on this, but have had upper cabinets pop open while driving a couple times. anyone have clever latching ideas?
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Here is my (very simple option to compression rod. A simple bloc made from scrap pieces of 2 X 4 that is installed at the base of bed (driver side) while MH is moving. Being using this option since day one and works fine. See photo.
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03-02-2020, 07:33 PM
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#1439
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Gemini 24TX (Formerly)
State: California
Posts: 1,459
THOR #5821
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Alaska
Talked with a Thor Sales Rep., he said that both the Compass & Gemini for 2021 with the Ford drive train will now be 4 wheel drive, 2.7L EcoBoost V6-Gasoline, 325 HP, 400 Ft.Lb. Torque.
They are keeping the TW model and adding a TE (which will have the murphy bed design).
No more diesel!
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Guess I wonder why they would abandon the diesel. The 24TX, Sprinter diesel, we had, was great, chassis was IMO the single biggest strong point about it. It ran and drove great and consistently got 17 to 19 MPG, not towing.
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03-02-2020, 09:19 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2018 Gemini 23 TR
State: Quebec
Posts: 29
THOR #11163
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Was wondering the same thing. Maybe to lower the acquisition and maintenance costs of diesel.
I heard that my dealer will no longer be selling the Gemini/Compass models.
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