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Forum: Maintenance and Repair 11-09-2023, 07:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,967
Posted By ODHill
I was about to figure out how to upgrade mine to...

I was about to figure out how to upgrade mine to bi-directional and had downloaded the info from Intellitec, then for some reason decided to see whether this was a common issue.

But first, I...
Forum: Towing | Hitches and Toads 07-08-2023, 06:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,795
Posted By ODHill
In a power failure, such as if you remove the...

In a power failure, such as if you remove the fuse that runs from the battery to the BBS actuator it disables the Stealth system and releases the brakes. If you're towing the vehicle you'll still...
Forum: Towing | Hitches and Toads 06-17-2023, 01:29 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,878
Posted By ODHill
Please check your policy. I'm not spouting...

Please check your policy. I'm not spouting opinion. I'm retired now but during my career my job included providing expert witness to vehicle accidents, I was the safety and compliance director for...
Forum: Towing | Hitches and Toads 06-16-2023, 04:09 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,878
Posted By ODHill
Most states require a supplemental brake system...

Most states require a supplemental brake system on the toad, but not all. If your state doesn't require it and you'll never cross state lines into one that does, then you're okay but if you operate...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 02-09-2023, 03:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,221
Posted By ODHill
We're getting ready to remove ours. Probably one...

We're getting ready to remove ours. Probably one of the best videos I've seen on it is on the RV with Tito site. After going to a recent RV show we couldn't see any reason to replace the 2018 Class...
Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 01-09-2023, 09:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,015
Posted By ODHill
Thanks! I figured I couldn't be the only one to...

Thanks! I figured I couldn't be the only one to see this issue. I'd sure like to take the whole strip down and make sure there's no more of it that is coming loose but it's probably easier to just...
Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 01-09-2023, 12:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,015
Posted By ODHill
Second picture for comparison that shows the good...

Second picture for comparison that shows the good seal on the other side didn't post.

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Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 01-09-2023, 12:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,015
Posted By ODHill
Inside Seal Over Slide

Has anyone had to deal with one of these seals dropping and, if so, any recommendations? I did some small repairs on our 2018 Thor Four Winds 30D the other day and extended the slides for access. I...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 01-08-2023, 11:16 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 880
Posted By ODHill
The Thermostats that come on the water heater are...

The Thermostats that come on the water heater are not adjustable and as time goes by they tend to get weak and cut out sooner, at least in my experience. They make an adjustable replacement, which I...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 12-28-2022, 03:46 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,572
Posted By ODHill
I'm not sure that you'll ever be able to do...

I'm not sure that you'll ever be able to do anything to improve what the motorhome is capable of but there are things you can do to keep what you have. My motorhome was 2 years old when I got it and...
Forum: Thor Motorhome General Discussions 12-28-2022, 03:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,005
Posted By ODHill
Back in the mid-90's I bought a new Ford F-250...

Back in the mid-90's I bought a new Ford F-250 and it had a tag on it that said SLT. My wife asked the salesman what that meant and he said that was just to tell the bank that I'd need Super Long...
Forum: Towing | Hitches and Toads 08-01-2022, 05:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,795
Posted By ODHill
Brake Buddy Stealth

A little over a year ago we found a nice deal on a very low mileage, well maintained 2012 Kia Soul that's flat-towable (6 speed manual) so bought it and set it up with a Blue Ox baseplate, E-trailer...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 08-01-2022, 04:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,226
Posted By ODHill
Thought I'd do an update since it has been a...

Thought I'd do an update since it has been a while and I always like seeing a follow-up when I'm researching something. I appreciate the recommendations and they were helpful. I ended up mounting...
Forum: Introduce Yourself | Say Hello 03-01-2021, 03:54 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,209
Posted By ODHill
Welcome! Your boating experience will adapt well...

Welcome! Your boating experience will adapt well to RVing. Make sure you have a pen and paper handy for your questions and for the things you find wrong since there are usually warrantable issues...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 01-19-2021, 02:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,226
Posted By ODHill
I looked at wireless but after talking to a...

I looked at wireless but after talking to a couple of others with longer rigs like mine I just wasn't sure, so decided to go with a cheaper wired setup. I don't mind doing the work at all and will...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 01-18-2021, 04:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,226
Posted By ODHill
Rear Camera Mounting

My Class C (2018 Thor Four Winds 30D) was a rental spec. built for Road Bear rentals and they didn't spec it for a rear observation/backup camera and it's not pre-wired so I'm about to install one. ...
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 01-13-2021, 04:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,265
Posted By ODHill
I had squeaking from movement between the cab and...

I had squeaking from movement between the cab and the coach on my 2018 Thor Four Winds so dropped the upholstery and found that they used Styrofoam blocks in the upholstering. The bolts were loose...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 12-28-2020, 07:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,121
Posted By ODHill
That's exactly what I did on my original post...

That's exactly what I did on my original post after getting the post dumped a couple of times and I should have done that with the reply. Slow learner I guess. I'm leaning towards the aluminum...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 12-28-2020, 06:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,121
Posted By ODHill
Typed a longer reply but I don't type fast and...

Typed a longer reply but I don't type fast and the system logs me out and throws away what I typed. Basically just saying thanks and that I'll post pictures. Mama says we're taking the rig out...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 12-27-2020, 05:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,121
Posted By ODHill
Battery Hold Downs

About a month ago we decided to trade in our 5th wheel and get our first Class C. We've been RVing for years but always have had camping trailers and slide-in pickup campers. We bought a preowned...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 12-06-2020, 05:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,902
Posted By ODHill
That's a good idea to check and please let me...

That's a good idea to check and please let me know what you find. I figured I'd check a couple of times and if everything was okay would ease up on it. I have next to zero personal experience with...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 12-06-2020, 12:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,902
Posted By ODHill
If you're referring to my response, according to...

If you're referring to my response, according to the Ford dealer they are required to still check during a service on certain applications, RV's being one of them. And they recommended that I check...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 12-05-2020, 11:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,902
Posted By ODHill
My brother took his in for service and the...

My brother took his in for service and the mechanic told him that the plugs work loose because the head design increased the difference in expansion rate between the aluminum head and the steel spark...
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