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Forum: Class A 05-23-2021, 09:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,961
Posted By DolceFarNiente
On my 2000 Sun Voyager, the drains are in a...

On my 2000 Sun Voyager, the drains are in a separate bay on the curb side, where the plumbing manifold is.
Forum: Class B+ 05-16-2021, 03:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,420
Posted By DolceFarNiente
You'll get better results to your question if you...

You'll get better results to your question if you start a new thread with your question in the title.
Forum: Travel Trailers 05-16-2021, 10:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,376
Posted By DolceFarNiente
Yes, you can install a new one yourself. Google...

Yes, you can install a new one yourself. Google "RV air conditioner" to find one. Like this...
Forum: Electrical 05-16-2021, 10:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,600
Posted By DolceFarNiente
My 99 Sun Voyager with propane gennie didn't have...

My 99 Sun Voyager with propane gennie didn't have any kind of surround over the unit; don't believe that was a stock option.

Probably your previous owner objected to the noise and tried to muffle...
Forum: Class A 05-16-2021, 09:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,250
Posted By DolceFarNiente
Have you checked to make sure your Mini is...

Have you checked to make sure your Mini is flat-towable?
Forum: Travel Trailers 05-16-2021, 09:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,031
Posted By DolceFarNiente
How long did you let the water sit in the tank...

How long did you let the water sit in the tank before draining it?

If you have a years-old pile of dried out waste, it may take quite a while for it to rehydrate and be flushable.

I would fill...
Forum: Class B+ 05-16-2021, 09:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,420
Posted By DolceFarNiente
Toppers cut easily with a razor knife or electric...

Toppers cut easily with a razor knife or electric carving knife. Why not buy a twin size topper and cut it to fit yourself?
Forum: Gulfstream General Discussions 04-11-2021, 09:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,266
Posted By DolceFarNiente
Here's one/ https://tinyurl.com/5f2ya9f4 ...

Here's one/
https://tinyurl.com/5f2ya9f4

Here's another
https://tinyurl.com/3rjy89d2

Or Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/Lighted-Trailers-Straight-Fleetwood-Replacement/dp/B07GSJ2FM5

Alter...
Forum: Travel Trailers 08-16-2020, 10:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,244
Posted By DolceFarNiente
If you have some voltage at that kitchen outlet,...

If you have some voltage at that kitchen outlet, but none further downstream, its likely a problem with the wiring/outlet itself at that point.

To check, kill the bathroom GFCI and check for...
Forum: Travel Trailers 08-02-2020, 09:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,477
Posted By DolceFarNiente
Can you explain what you mean by a "brand new"...

Can you explain what you mean by a "brand new" 1999 model camper? Certainly it hasn't been sitting on the dealer's lot for 20 years, so I assume you mean "new to me."

The 120 v compressor fridge...
Forum: Class C 07-13-2020, 04:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,531
Posted By DolceFarNiente
The interior walls in an RV are not structural;...

The interior walls in an RV are not structural; remove them if you wish. It is possible that wiring runs through them, so care is required.
Forum: New Member Introductions 07-13-2020, 04:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,845
Posted By DolceFarNiente
In a word, no. And even if it were...

In a word, no.

And even if it were available, often times the installers in the factory did things the easy way and wiring doesn't resemble the original. Not to mention what previous owners may...
Forum: Gulfstream General Discussions 05-17-2020, 09:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,368
Posted By DolceFarNiente
Honestly, you mostly just need practice. I...

Honestly, you mostly just need practice.

I use a Camco EZ Level
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cReEFP529kw
which is quick and easy to use, and then I have a couple bags of Lynx blocks. I...
Forum: Gulfstream General Discussions 04-05-2020, 10:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,018
Posted By DolceFarNiente
Why do you assume it needs an anode? Only WH...

Why do you assume it needs an anode? Only WH with steel tanks use them, and I've never had an RV WH that required one.

I think it would safe to assume if it doesn't already have an anode, one is...
Forum: Class A 01-14-2020, 11:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,360
Posted By DolceFarNiente
There are a ton of McGill switches out there; ...

There are a ton of McGill switches out there; pick an electronics website that offers a Chat feature, and ask them for the correct substitute for your exact switch.
Forum: Class B+ 01-14-2020, 11:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,621
Posted By DolceFarNiente
OP needs to post a pic.

OP needs to post a pic.
Forum: Class B+ 01-12-2020, 12:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,621
Posted By DolceFarNiente
It is very unlikely you need to replace your tank...

It is very unlikely you need to replace your tank due to rust. The tanks walls are thick, and unless the coach has been literally sitting in salt water, the likelihood of rusting through are...
Forum: New Member Introductions 01-12-2020, 12:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,283
Posted By DolceFarNiente
Its very unlikely you need a new propane tank; ...

Its very unlikely you need a new propane tank; they are meant to last the life of the vehicle, and then some. Surface rust doesn't mean a thing, take it to a body shop and have them sandblast and...
Forum: Class C 01-12-2020, 12:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,336
Posted By DolceFarNiente
People swap out RV furniture all the time,...

People swap out RV furniture all the time, sometimes with ordinary furniture, sometimes with specially made RV furniture. It depends on how much room you have and how much you want to spend.

Easy...
Forum: Electrical 12-08-2019, 03:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,905
Posted By DolceFarNiente
Super important; never try to start or stop your...

Super important; never try to start or stop your gennie under load. Always give it 5 minutes cool down and 2 or 3 minutes warm up.
Forum: Class A 12-08-2019, 02:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,681
Posted By DolceFarNiente
If you are having flickering AC lights or on/off...

If you are having flickering AC lights or on/off issues with AC appliances when on battery only, but not on shore power, then the problem lies in your inverter.

The first thing to check is the...
Forum: Class A 11-25-2019, 09:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,249
Posted By DolceFarNiente
I don't mean the salesman switch that you find on...

I don't mean the salesman switch that you find on a bulkhead somewhere (they have an ugly tendency to fail at inconvenient times, but yes you CAN use that at any time) but a cutoff that is attached...
Forum: Class A 11-24-2019, 12:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,249
Posted By DolceFarNiente
Chassis (starting batteries) in all models very...

Chassis (starting batteries) in all models very frequently go dead when the coach hasn't moved for a while, or if you're doing a lot of engine starting; its just the nature of the beast. This is...
Forum: Class A 11-24-2019, 12:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,358
Posted By DolceFarNiente
Can't answer to your specific model, but I took...

Can't answer to your specific model, but I took my 1997 37' Sun Voyager to Alaska this summer with only one minor issue in over 7000 miles, some of them rough. These Cat diesels and Allison trannies...
Forum: New Member Introductions 09-22-2019, 10:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,265
Posted By DolceFarNiente
On my 97 Sun Voyager, the pump is located in the...

On my 97 Sun Voyager, the pump is located in the same compartment as the shore power cord.

Find the water fill/city water hookup on the driver's side rear of your coach. Look in the compartment...
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