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Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 04-03-2024, 01:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 297
Posted By bustin
The problem was a ground wire. Solved.

The problem was a ground wire. Solved.
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 03-31-2024, 02:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 297
Posted By bustin
Grounding

Yes, grounding seems good. But adding another ground to chassis worked to solve a phantom problem on a pick-up a long time ago. Thanks.
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 03-31-2024, 12:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 297
Posted By bustin
Headlight failed probably associated with Axxera radio/camera unit

While driving in the dark one morning with headlights on, not towing and radio turned off, the headlights would flicker off and back on (apparently something loose) at the same time the rear camera...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 12-31-2023, 01:52 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,468
Posted By bustin
Still waiting for Good Sam - 2 months later

Had a blow out in LAS VEGAS, NEVADA (not a rural area) in mid-October. Called Good Sam and after many phone calls we ARE STILL WAITING for them to get back to us with someone to come out and take...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 09-02-2023, 07:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 651
Posted By bustin
Try E-Bay for parts

I have found parts for our 2016 and in the past older rv's on E-Bay. Sometimes the trick is to use the correct few words to search. Then be sure to read the ENTIRE listing and don't be afraid to...
Forum: Class C and Super C Motorhomes 04-29-2023, 11:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,672
Posted By bustin
I had low voltage problem

This is what I have done, recommended by Thor 6 years ago for our unit: Level with engine running. If low voltage message, press enter to acknowledge the low voltage and level either auto or manual...
Forum: Introduce Yourself | Say Hello 01-01-2023, 02:11 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,786
Posted By bustin
First wife was chronically ill: on oxygen,...

First wife was chronically ill: on oxygen, legally blind and in wheelchair, walking short distance okay (to BR) for last few years of her life. Got RV to do some travel with our children (ages 8-18...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 01-01-2023, 01:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,883
Posted By bustin
We replaced our inverter with a true sine wave...

We replaced our inverter with a true sine wave and the residential refrigerator cycled way less often and batteries seemed to have more juice in the morning. Replacing GFCI outlets at home with...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 12-25-2022, 07:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,627
Posted By bustin
We are in Quartzsite for the month of January and...

We are in Quartzsite for the month of January and spend half our time travelling in the RV and half the time in our house without wheels. Roku stick keeps track of all our streaming channels. We...
Forum: Towing | Hitches and Toads 09-18-2021, 03:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,352
Posted By bustin
Weighing at CAT scale

We use our outlaw to carry set-up and merchandise for craft/art shows and always tow a vehicle. We have weighed at the truck scale and here is one piece of advice: as posted, just pull onto the...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 08-11-2021, 11:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,996
Posted By bustin
Addendum: Our Outlaw has a 110 volt ac outlet up...

Addendum: Our Outlaw has a 110 volt ac outlet up by the passenger seat and wife has a heat and back massager that she runs while we are driving - for years - no problem.
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 08-11-2021, 11:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,996
Posted By bustin
Inverter and added outlets

We wired a 110 ac volt outlet on either side of the dinette to the inverter. We use it for running the computer, charging phones, etc. I suspect the kids want to game or keep their devices plugged...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 07-21-2021, 09:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,739
Posted By bustin
Lying about your "Friend"

We all have many acquaintances and most of them are not friends, while they may be friendly. That word best describes a relationship without lying. Thank you for posting that you do not like to...
Forum: Travel | Camping Spots | Roads and Routes 06-27-2021, 12:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,410
Posted By bustin
Covid Closures

The silo tour at Ellsworth is still closed and the NPS silo site is limited. We advise to check ahead for any touring plans, as the pandemic has some limits still in place even though SD was/is...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 06-17-2021, 09:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,851
Posted By bustin
Safety Concerns

Critical thinking: consider the safety of adding a plywood cover to the stair well while driving and the need to rapidly exit the vehicle. How easy can ALL occupants remove it in case of emergency...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 05-07-2021, 02:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,520
Posted By bustin
Used hacksaw blade

We had same problem due to loose screws inside the latch. I was able to open the compartment to the right of the stuck one and use an old hack saw blade as a jimmy to push the latch of the stuck...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 03-05-2021, 07:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 13,547
Posted By bustin
He did not address "made in mexico" label, but I...

He did not address "made in mexico" label, but I have purchased various brand batteries over the years that have "made in mexico" on them. My point was, that the battery warranty is a marketing move...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 03-04-2021, 12:37 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 13,547
Posted By bustin
Battery Warranty

A friend toured a battery factory in Mexico. They slapped on lables for several companies on the same batteries AND the 12 month, 36 month, etc. lables on those SAME batteries. That helped me...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-03-2020, 07:48 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 12,966
Posted By bustin
Yes to solar and we love it

Dry camp enough and have residential fridge (wife loves food always cold and lots of space). Inverter runs fridge, 12 volt CPAP, 12 volt fan in bedroom for comfort, watch movies/TV with Dish Wally,...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 08-21-2020, 06:19 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,117
Posted By bustin
Model year vs chassis year

Our 2016 Outlaw was built in March of 2016 on a 2016 Ford chassis and sold as a 2016 model Outlaw. Yes, most models are built on the previous year's chassis.
Forum: Travel | Camping Spots | Roads and Routes 03-13-2020, 05:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,297
Posted By bustin
Bryce Shuttle with a Tour and Reservations

We did Bryce a while back and they had just started, in addition to the regular shuttle, a shuttle with a tour. We reserved our free ticket online and started just outside the park in the NPS lots. ...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 03-13-2020, 05:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,680
Posted By bustin
Pre flight bat

Wife had a rubber bat that was hung up on the TV antenna knob to remind us to lower the "batwing" before driving. New RV has fixed antenna, but we still have the bat.
We often hook up the toad the...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 03-13-2020, 05:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,296
Posted By bustin
Adjusting water temp

We have 2016 Outlaw 37rb and had opposite problem that the dealer could not solve after a few visits: the water would start out kinda' hot, then quickly get cool. There is a mixer valve (not...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 01-23-2020, 11:06 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,367
Posted By bustin
To clarify my quick fix: There are 2 - 120v AC...

To clarify my quick fix:
There are 2 - 120v AC romex into a metal box.
One comes from the main breaker via the inverter.
The other comes directly from the main breaker box
Forum: Modifications and Updates 01-23-2020, 06:25 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,367
Posted By bustin
Here is a quick fix that I did. 2 110 lines...

Here is a quick fix that I did.
2 110 lines come up under bench seat, next to the refrigerator. 1 for the refrig, on inverter and one for the outlets under cabinets, above the dinette, I wired both...
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