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Forum: New Member Introductions 10-13-2019, 03:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,251
Posted By jtking
Unfortunately, the Tourmaster does not have the...

Unfortunately, the Tourmaster does not have the bedroom block heater switch!
Forum: Class A 03-11-2019, 02:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,621
Posted By jtking
The front hubs/bearings have gear oil in them not...

The front hubs/bearings have gear oil in them not grease. There is a sight glass on each side to check the oil level. I had previous coach 13 years with no bearing problems and current 2008...
Forum: Class A 01-13-2019, 10:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,671
Posted By jtking
David Bott added a post in 2011 about the...

David Bott added a post in 2011 about the Trick-L-Start for charging the chassis batteries from shore power. I bought and installed one on my 2008 Tourmaster and it works great.

Search for David...
Forum: Electrical 11-12-2018, 06:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,479
Posted By jtking
Thanks! I appreciate it.

Thanks! I appreciate it.
Forum: Electrical 11-11-2018, 12:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,479
Posted By jtking
Marker lights

I have a 2008 Tourmaster and have a burned out side marker light and a burned out above rear marker light. I took the amber cover off the side light and can’t tell if the bulb pulls out or twists...
Forum: Class A 04-11-2018, 01:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,486
Posted By jtking
Thanks Chuck. I assumed they were Kwikee steps. I...

Thanks Chuck. I assumed they were Kwikee steps. I usually don’t drive on salty roads either but inadvertently hit some in December while in route to FL. Had problems in FL for a week or so and then...
Forum: Class A 04-11-2018, 12:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,486
Posted By jtking
Power steps work intermittently

2008 Tourmaster 40A steps work intermittently. Usual problem is when driven in rain or winter roads with salt spray. Does anyone know what brand/model they are or possible problem?

Thanks, John
Forum: Class A 03-09-2016, 02:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,150
Posted By jtking
Re: Intermittent Check engine light issue

UPDATE:
Made an appointment with Charlotte RV Service Center here in FL couple weeks ago to get codes checked. Hopefully diagnose check engine light issue before heading home next month. Started...
Forum: Class A 01-26-2016, 08:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,150
Posted By jtking
Re: Intermittent Check engine light issue

Thanks for the response. That was on my list of maintenance items in October when I took it to Bridgeway Cummins in Grand Rapids. They told me it was fine and did not need cleaning. I plan on putting...
Forum: Class A 01-23-2016, 08:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,150
Posted By jtking
Intermittent Check engine light issue

I have a 2008 Tourmaster w/ISL 425 Cummins. Had first check engine light issue about 5 years ago. Light came on while at highway speed with no noticeable performance issue and all gauges looked...
Forum: Class A 10-07-2014, 06:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,764
Posted By jtking
Forum: Class A 10-07-2014, 12:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,764
Posted By jtking
Re: Balancing new tires glass beads

Thanks for the info. I appreciate it.

John
Forum: Electrical 10-06-2014, 07:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 8,179
Posted By jtking
Re: Jensen Back Up Monitor Not Coming Out

I had similar issue on my 08 Tourmaster with the same monitor. Pulled radio from dash and did similar checks. Found no issues. Prior to the issue I had noticed that while traveling on the freeway the...
Forum: Class A 10-06-2014, 06:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,764
Posted By jtking
Balancing new tires glass beads

About to replace tires on my 08 TM 40A. Different dealers offering different balancing techniques. Traditional spin balancing, powder, and glass beads. Interested in experiences anyone has with...
Forum: A/V Gear 08-31-2013, 11:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 6,336
Posted By jtking
Re: Loss of audio on one TV when using Sat

Thanks for the reply. I've done all that, reset audio to factory settings etc. I even switched the cables in from Sat to different input on TV with no change. I'm convinced its either in the Avs200hd...
Forum: A/V Gear 08-01-2013, 07:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 6,336
Posted By jtking
Loss of audio on one TV when using Sat

Hi all,
We have 2008 Tour Master model 40A and recently we have no sound on Number 2 TV (the one that comes up from from the cabinet behind the passenger seat) when using input from the sat dish. ...
Forum: Interior 02-18-2013, 02:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 10,235
Posted By jtking
Re: hinged mattress

We also added memory foam topper to our King size bed. Major improvement. Bought at Sam's Club

John
Forum: Class A 10-31-2012, 09:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,899
Posted By jtking
Re: Which engine/oil filter?

We have 2008 TM 40A with 425 ISL. As someone said Freightliner can help with exactly which engine you have. On mine the oil filter is Fleet Guard (Cummins) LF 9009 and I have always used Shell...
Forum: Class A 07-10-2012, 07:34 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 27,873
Posted By jtking
Re: HELP!

With the side by side residential refrigerator we really didn't need the extra freezer so I took it out and use the storage space for other "necessities".

I think Ray has a system similar to what...
Forum: Class A 07-10-2012, 06:42 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 27,873
Posted By jtking
Re: HELP!

My battery system is exactly like Don and Carols. The 4 six volt btys are dedicated specifically to the inverter and provide 110 v to all plugs in the coach when not connected to shore power or...
Forum: Class A 07-10-2012, 12:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 12,056
Posted By jtking
Re: Attaching a Trick-L-Start to a 08 Tourmaster T-40B

You can check by taking a voltage read across the chassis batteries with shore power plugged in vs not plugged in. If correctly wired the voltage will be higher (should be at least in the upper 12v...
Forum: Class A 07-08-2012, 07:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,191
Posted By jtking
Re: 2009 GS Tourmaster

In May of 2010, we purchased a used 2008 TourMaster with 7500 miles on it. It is our first non-Fleetwood RV (including Class A's, C's and Travel Trailers). Our previous motorhome was a Fleetwood...
Forum: Class A 06-20-2012, 11:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,134
Posted By jtking
Re: 2006 Tour Master Chassis Battery Switch

You are correct they don't charge when plugged in. However, that can be corrected--go to post on page 3 of 25 in this section dated Sept 17, 2011 for Trick-L-Start purchase and installation...
Forum: Class A 06-19-2012, 04:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,134
Posted By jtking
Re: 2006 Tour Master Chassis Battery Switch

I leave mine on all the time. But, I also keep mine plugged in all the time. I can see if you were to park it unplugged for a long period you may want to disconnect to prevent drain.

John
Forum: Class A 06-19-2012, 04:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 14,152
Posted By jtking
Re: 2007, tourmaster/overheating

Jim,
Sorry to hear you are having problems. I have not had overheating issues, but as Ray says the radiator can get real dirty on the engine side. When we had the Discovery I used to spray it...
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