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Forum: Modifications and Updates 01-13-2018, 02:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,099
Posted By samven
I have the Four Winds 22E and found that the rear...

I have the Four Winds 22E and found that the rear vent (over bed) was wired for 12v but I could not find any wires at the front vent. They may have been lost in the roof somewhere but I did a long...
Forum: Class A Motor Coach 05-11-2017, 03:39 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,706
Posted By samven
I have a Thor 22E and am not sure of the changes...

I have a Thor 22E and am not sure of the changes they might make to the FE but in mine it would not be a problem to install a small TV at the corner bed but getting an antenna wire from the main...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 04-23-2017, 01:15 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,310
Posted By samven
When I picked up my RV brand new from the dealer...

When I picked up my RV brand new from the dealer I had 2 tires that were at 50 psi and several that were over 70, the rest were at the door sticker of 65. I initially thought the 2 low ones may have...
Forum: Towing | Hitches and Toads 04-17-2017, 12:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,499
Posted By samven
Many of the wireless cameras use bluetooth and...

Many of the wireless cameras use bluetooth and they have a very limited range and are susceptible to interference from other bluetooth cameras. Some of the better ones offer a repeater or digital...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 04-13-2017, 01:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,668
Posted By samven
You probably already know this but you cant use a...

You probably already know this but you cant use a weight dist. hitch on a Class C. I would be gathering all the advertising info including print outs of the web page and demanding that Thor make this...
Forum: Introduce Yourself | Say Hello 04-07-2017, 02:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,426
Posted By samven
If Camping World does not come up with something...

If Camping World does not come up with something you need to check the the L shaped corner trim that runs around the curves on the sides. The bottom edge can leak if it has not been sealed well and...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 04-07-2017, 02:22 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 13,606
Posted By samven
I believe that Shell Rotella now has a T6 Full...

I believe that Shell Rotella now has a T6 Full syn 5w30 All Vehicle, I have been using the Rotella 5w40 T6 in my Dodge 5.7l for years but I think they are making some changes to it to meet new Diesel...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 03-29-2017, 02:23 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,886
Posted By samven
A front end alignment check is a very good idea...

A front end alignment check is a very good idea but if I had a chassis that had been cut and lengthened I might consider springing for a 4 wheel check. Since the rear axle cannot be corrected it...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 03-29-2017, 02:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,768
Posted By samven
Just out of curiosity could you have pulled the...

Just out of curiosity could you have pulled the marker light and put in a surface mounted blinker w/marker bulb, using the supplied wiring for the marker and running just one additional wire for the...
Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 03-27-2017, 04:17 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 28,485
Posted By samven
If it is a new Ford I believe it has the 6.8...

If it is a new Ford I believe it has the 6.8 litre which is a tad over 400 cu in. Unless the new 6 speed tranny is working miracles I would not count on getting much over 10 after break in. I think...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 03-22-2017, 03:08 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,991
Posted By samven
I know that the number of slide problems is...

I know that the number of slide problems is probably small compared to the number of them out there. But I would think that given the number out there and the length of time they have been in use now...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 03-22-2017, 02:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,232
Posted By samven
I sometimes wish I had something other than the...

I sometimes wish I had something other than the corner bed but then I remember why I got it. It beat the snot out of a convertible that had to be made every night and put away every morning. Some...
Forum: Class A Motor Coach 03-16-2017, 05:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,051
Posted By samven
I dont have EEZTire but I do have flow through...

I dont have EEZTire but I do have flow through sensors on all my wheels. I bought a set of the stem caps that dont need to be removed to fill. This allows me to add or adjust air in the rear duals...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 03-14-2017, 01:22 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,542
Posted By samven
If they dont have a local distributor to test and...

If they dont have a local distributor to test and verify the failure, how will they determine the warranty status. Shipping them back will cost more than they are offering which may be the plan.
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 03-13-2017, 11:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,006
Posted By samven
I had mine freeze but not as bad as yours. My...

I had mine freeze but not as bad as yours. My tank was empty and I had opened the low point drains but did not pump any antifreeze through the system so I ended up with ice in low points and in the...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 03-08-2017, 01:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,132
Posted By samven
I use the Good Sam card at Flying J and Pilot. I...

I use the Good Sam card at Flying J and Pilot. I have been across the US and back 3 times in the past 2 years and have always found those stations to be the same or cheaper than others in the area....
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 03-04-2017, 07:19 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,542
Posted By samven
Many people have claimed they got defective or...

Many people have claimed they got defective or very poor service from the Harris Batteries that come from the factory. Others have blamed the converter/charger installed by Thor for the short battery...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 02-25-2017, 04:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,191
Posted By samven
I sure would not leave anything with that dealer....

I sure would not leave anything with that dealer. Normally once you turn the keys over to even a parking lot they assume responsibility. They will post things saying they are not responsible but in...
Forum: Class A Motor Coach 02-19-2017, 05:00 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,259
Posted By samven
Get a good fibreglass boat wax like Starbright...

Get a good fibreglass boat wax like Starbright Gold. Boats are also covered with vinyl graphics and pin striping and it never hurt mine. You wont find a wax thats safe for black plastic trim. It...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 02-19-2017, 04:21 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,291
Posted By samven
I finally got a chance to lift the RV and get...

I finally got a chance to lift the RV and get under to inspect for grease fitting. There are 11 zerks on the front end and I have had chassis lube performed but found that only 6 had new grease on...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 02-08-2017, 10:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 980
Posted By samven
You should really install your inverter very...

You should really install your inverter very close to your battery and then run a 120v extension cord to your appliance. 30 amp DC really needs an 8 ga or heavier wire to avoid too much voltage drop...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 02-08-2017, 03:09 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,291
Posted By samven
Chassis Lube

I had my oil changed and chassis lubed at a Super Walmart while I was on a long trip but after I got home I started thinking about the chassis lube. I never really gave it much thought because all...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 02-07-2017, 11:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,396
Posted By samven
It will probably take an overnight charge to...

It will probably take an overnight charge to bring them back fully. It really depends on your converter/charger. If it kicks it to fast charge mode then it will have them back 90% in 4 or 5 hours but...
Forum: Class A Motor Coach 02-06-2017, 11:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,427
Posted By samven
And as an aside you might want to pick up a RainX...

And as an aside you might want to pick up a RainX windshield chip repair kit. I just got my first bullseye coming home from Quartzsite. I picked up a kit at Walmart the next day and did the repair in...
Forum: Class A Motor Coach 02-05-2017, 11:36 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 18,789
Posted By samven
The hardest part of adding a second battery is...

The hardest part of adding a second battery is finding the right colored cables. There should be room in your battery tray for a second battery. In many of the smaller units I looked at and mine the...
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