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Forum: Modifications and Updates 06-30-2023, 01:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 960
Posted By Wrpt58
You're doing good work and it looks good. Keep up...

You're doing good work and it looks good. Keep up the innovations and out of the box thinking.
Recie
Forum: Modifications and Updates 06-27-2023, 02:16 AM
Replies: 5,420
Views: 1,211,957
Posted By Wrpt58
Jerry, I’m living vicariously thru yall 😀! ...

Jerry, I’m living vicariously thru yall 😀!
Enjoy the trip and check in when you get home. Recie
Forum: Towing | Hitches and Toads 02-27-2023, 02:45 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 10,289
Posted By Wrpt58
I have to agree with the above post, that the...

I have to agree with the above post, that the GCWR is not impacted, since it is a RATING, and that the GCW is affected since it is a VALUE.

I Also agree with the statement that there is a Safety...
Forum: Towing | Hitches and Toads 02-27-2023, 01:26 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 10,289
Posted By Wrpt58
Thoughts on Flat Towing a Toad with respect to RV specs

I've read this complete thread, but still have some basic physics ideas that MAY come to play and make the OP a bit more satisfied. Not real sure, but my engineering background makes me think about...
Forum: Class A Motor Coach 02-24-2023, 04:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,667
Posted By Wrpt58
In my 29M, I use reflectix to cover the...

In my 29M, I use reflectix to cover the windsheild and un-used windows.

Paid for the RV Air mod (~$110) and installed it in the Mach AC unit. Used metal tape to "smooth" out transitions into the...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 02-22-2023, 09:28 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,794
Posted By Wrpt58
Hughes Autoformer (Square Metal Box type)

Just FYI,
I called Hughes and verified that the Autoformer, square metal box type, WILL trip the GFCI outlets/breakers.
I have had this happen with my RV when connecting to a GFCI outlet at Lake...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-11-2022, 12:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,600
Posted By Wrpt58
Here is photo of installation

Here is photo of installation
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-11-2022, 12:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,600
Posted By Wrpt58
I did same thing and like the results. Don’t have...

I did same thing and like the results. Don’t have to look down and right to see images and don’t have to wait for switching to see side cameras.
Just mounted mine close together across center top...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 07-17-2022, 12:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,068
Posted By Wrpt58
Tire pressure

I’m in the “don’t know the high temp or pressures” camp. I set my 29M tires at 80-82 cold and let them run. This has been the case for the last 5 years, summers too.

I plan on installing the...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-02-2022, 05:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,634
Posted By Wrpt58
RV Airflow and Hurricane 29M AC Mods

I installed the RV airflow on the only AC unit on it. I really like the difference. I've been in Central Louisiana since 6/15, in the unseasonal heat. It performed well, keeping the RV at 75 - 82...
Forum: Towing | Hitches and Toads 04-03-2022, 03:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,150
Posted By Wrpt58
Thanks Chateau and 16ACE. I appreciate the...

Thanks Chateau and 16ACE.
I appreciate the info. As I said, nothing in my 30 years of engineering work led me to believe I needed diodes for what I did, but I'm always open to learning something...
Forum: Towing | Hitches and Toads 04-02-2022, 11:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,150
Posted By Wrpt58
OK, I guess I'm showing my ignorance, but if I'm...

OK, I guess I'm showing my ignorance, but if I'm putting extra lights (LED) on the TOAD for Brake and Turn Signal, powered from the 7 pin plug (like a Trailer), why do I need/want diodes on the light...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 09-12-2021, 02:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 15,951
Posted By Wrpt58
I have a 2015 Hurricane 29M, which should have...

I have a 2015 Hurricane 29M, which should have the same basic system as yours and it did the same thing to me this year at Costal Dunes, Oceana, CA.
I decided to fix this once and be done. I bought...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 09-17-2020, 12:45 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,413
Posted By Wrpt58
The wife and I are up for it too. Of course, we...

The wife and I are up for it too. Of course, we will bring masks and try to be responsible adults.:lol:

We can contribute to general supplies and also food stuffs, if we get asked/coordinated...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 09-01-2020, 05:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,108
Posted By Wrpt58
Halfprice is right. But it can still be a pain. ...

Halfprice is right. But it can still be a pain. Mine has a flex conduit running over the top making it aggravating to get the top off.
I'm so going to change that box out to an open element K&N...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 08-09-2020, 04:24 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,413
Posted By Wrpt58
Wife and I will be there, unless fates decide...

Wife and I will be there, unless fates decide otherwise! Looking forward to meeting all y'all and enjoying the time! I believe we have spot C13.
Forum: Towing | Hitches and Toads 07-19-2020, 02:18 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,752
Posted By Wrpt58
As for if you need them, consider this: The...

As for if you need them, consider this:
The coach you bought was designed with the brakes it has based on the overall Gross Vehicle Weight. When towing anything or loading up the coach, this weight...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 07-09-2020, 04:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,194
Posted By Wrpt58
Agree with you. I’m not believing that the laws...

Agree with you. I’m not believing that the laws are really being enforced any, based on the brightest and highest lights I meet on highways. I’ve walked past pickups with headlights at my shoulder...
Forum: Travel | Camping Spots | Roads and Routes 07-09-2020, 03:58 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,141
Posted By Wrpt58
I get in a "vacation" mindset when I climb behind...

I get in a "vacation" mindset when I climb behind three wheel. Like most on here I keep it between 63 & 67, keeping in mind I have a small toad behind and what the towing speeds are. I try very hard...
Forum: Thor Owners Community Discussions 07-09-2020, 03:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,194
Posted By Wrpt58
it is normal and common for the "driving/fog"...

it is normal and common for the "driving/fog" lights to only be lit with the low beams, on practically any vehicle I've driven with driving lights. Probably some regulation.
I've replaced the...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 06-26-2020, 08:35 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,686
Posted By Wrpt58
Battery r&r

As to the question of cost. I just replaced my 2 original 12V batteries after approximately 5 yrs. I went with flooded lead acid. I asked about AGM cost and longevity; AGM was double the cost and...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 11-03-2019, 03:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,947
Posted By Wrpt58
A different step problem

My step stopped operating either direction. Read up on the LCI trouble shooting, bought the recommended pigtail and determined the motor was "bad". $150 later had a new motor assembly installed,...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 11-02-2019, 07:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,072
Posted By Wrpt58
you will have to disconnect the motor system from...

you will have to disconnect the motor system from the mechanical extend/retract connection. Pull the pin
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 11-02-2019, 06:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,072
Posted By Wrpt58
Try to disconnect the power system, then tie it...

Try to disconnect the power system, then tie it up till you get somewhere you can work on it.
I replaced the motor on mine (KwiKee single step). If you can finagle the pin from the step connection,...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 11-02-2019, 06:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,129
Posted By Wrpt58
Trying to address the problem

Do you have the Operators manual? If not go here: https://www.rvroundtable.com/wp-content/uploads/Thor-Motor-Coach/Hurricane/2008.MandalayOwnersManual.pdf

This gives minimum instructions on...
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