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Forum: Towing | Hitches and Toads 02-03-2024, 10:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,149
Posted By rudyhehn
Lean in question

We drove the car with the shield attached and had no issues with fit, but the car's proximity alarm was fooled and kept chiming. The front fits tight against the auto grill. We have not been in the...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 02-01-2024, 04:56 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,983
Posted By rudyhehn
I do periodic generator use

I believe the manual recommends running a diesel generator once a month. I do not use a fuel stabilizer in my diesel tank. I'm not the fastidious about once a month, but approximately that often I...
Forum: Towing | Hitches and Toads 01-28-2024, 02:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,149
Posted By rudyhehn
DIY rock guard for flat towing

I recently bought a Ford Escape Hybrid to replace our aging Honda CR-V. We flat tow and I wanted a rock guard to protect our new vehicle. Based on experience with our CR-V I am convinced we needed...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 04-25-2022, 11:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,964
Posted By rudyhehn
My inverter has a fuse that will pop out if...

My inverter has a fuse that will pop out if overloaded or surged. Check for that.
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 04-25-2022, 11:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,835
Posted By rudyhehn
As Grumpy noted, you need to be sure the...

As Grumpy noted, you need to be sure the retaining pin is in place while moving. We learned this when our bed got out of synch by sagging during travel. I had to custom design a new retaining pin...
Forum: Class A Motor Coach 04-25-2022, 11:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,377
Posted By rudyhehn
Similar to above. Retract the slide. If it...

Similar to above. Retract the slide. If it stops during retraction, press extend for 1-2 seconds, then repeat retraction till it gets all the way in. Once in, hold switch down for 5 seconds. ...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 04-25-2022, 11:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,104
Posted By rudyhehn
You might try an 18" circle of flexible pipe...

You might try an 18" circle of flexible pipe coming off the water pump output side. That will absorb some of the water pump pressure fluctuation and might stop the PEX pipe from banging in the wall....
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 01-10-2022, 01:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 689
Posted By rudyhehn
Solar array to maintain batteries

I am new to solar in the RV world. I want to use a small solar array to maintain my battery charge and power a small dehumidifier on a timer that draws 50W for 8 hours per day during RV storage. ...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 01-10-2022, 01:07 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 6,641
Posted By rudyhehn
As noted above I drain the lines, tanks and HW...

As noted above I drain the lines, tanks and HW heater first, then I blow out my lines and have no problems in 6 years. I use antifreeze in the traps and drains. I suspect a few drops of water left...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 12-20-2021, 03:08 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 22,692
Posted By rudyhehn
20 gallons of water weighs 160 pounds. We travel...

20 gallons of water weighs 160 pounds. We travel with 1/4 of a tank so that we have enough for one night if we have to make a stop without water. We've never been in a situation where we do not have...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 12-06-2021, 11:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,767
Posted By rudyhehn
Update. I was able to find a new cylinder for the...

Update. I was able to find a new cylinder for the 4 way valve from Atlantic Marine (321-501-4262. I replaced the cylinder and the system now holds pressure and functions normally. Repair took and...
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 11-28-2021, 08:43 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 13,376
Posted By rudyhehn
I didn't pore through all the material on this...

I didn't pore through all the material on this post but know that the Trombetta relays often fail. If you get a new one buy the upgrade that has silver contacts. They only cost $15 more and last a...
Forum: Motorhome Tech Topics 11-28-2021, 08:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,768
Posted By rudyhehn
My worry would be whether it gums up your pump or...

My worry would be whether it gums up your pump or 4 way valve. The internal fixtures should be fine. I doubt a health issue. With that much flushing unlikely to be chemicals that would be at any...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 11-28-2021, 08:16 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 24,644
Posted By rudyhehn
Yes, many of us feel your pain. I suspect you...

Yes, many of us feel your pain. I suspect you will have no success with claims against Thor or their suppliers, if any are still in business. We chose to have an upholsterer recover our dinette,...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 11-28-2021, 04:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,706
Posted By rudyhehn
I had the same problem but I have a different...

I had the same problem but I have a different inverter. THere is a fuse reset button, on the bottom of the unit, white button that pops out when system overloads. Push in to reset. We have since...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 11-28-2021, 03:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,767
Posted By rudyhehn
Water pump cycling too often

Recently we noticed our water system is not holding pressure. The pump cycles about once every 30 seconds. I thought at 1st it was the water pump check valve and so I replaced the water pump. This...
Forum: Class A Motor Coach 09-15-2021, 09:19 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 32,622
Posted By rudyhehn
I did not get into details but as noted by the...

I did not get into details but as noted by the others I also moved my pump to an easier position to access. I put some closed cell foam under the mount to muffle noise, added a small inline fitting...
Forum: Class A Motor Coach 09-13-2021, 01:19 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 32,622
Posted By rudyhehn
Thor changes things from year to year so may not...

Thor changes things from year to year so may not be the same for you. On mine it is easy to access the pump. If you are not sure you can have someone run the pump by running water inside and then...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 09-13-2021, 01:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,204
Posted By rudyhehn
Your compressor should have a sticker on it that...

Your compressor should have a sticker on it that tells you the amps that it draws.
Forum: Class A Motor Coach 09-12-2021, 02:47 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 32,622
Posted By rudyhehn
In my 2015 33.2 Pallazo the water pump is...

In my 2015 33.2 Pallazo the water pump is accessible. You get to it by unscrewing a small panel that forms the inside wall of the outside storage area under the bathroom, tight side of coach. I...
Forum: COVID-19 Discussion Zone 08-13-2021, 08:07 PM
Replies: 323
Views: 26,133
Posted By rudyhehn
I am a hospital-based doctor that works with...

I am a hospital-based doctor that works with Covid patients. 92% of our Covid admissions are UNVACCINATED. 99% of our Covid deaths are UNVACCINATED. I've talked with other doctors in the Southeast...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 08-08-2021, 08:24 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 22,692
Posted By rudyhehn
Amazing interest in this topic. We agree with...

Amazing interest in this topic. We agree with the consensus above. You can safely travel with the tank full but it adds 8# per gallon so it increases stopping distance decreases mileage a bit,...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 08-08-2021, 08:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,494
Posted By rudyhehn
Agree as above. Try cycling the propane cycle a...

Agree as above. Try cycling the propane cycle a few times. However know that it could also be a defective circuit board. When my Dometic circuit board failed I got the light even though I was not...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 08-08-2021, 08:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,779
Posted By rudyhehn
DO some diagnostics on the circuit board. You...

DO some diagnostics on the circuit board. You can get a scheme online or from the owners manual. Since LP works you must be getting 12v to the circuit board and the ground must be intact. Check to...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 08-08-2021, 08:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,417
Posted By rudyhehn
Horns usually have two speakers that are out of...

Horns usually have two speakers that are out of tune with each other; that way it attracts attention. One of yours may not be working. Try tapping it with a hammer to see if the reed is stuck, and...
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