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Forum: Gulfstream General Discussions 11-05-2023, 10:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,822
Posted By hossross
Drum brakes are better than disc for not dragging...

Drum brakes are better than disc for not dragging and simpler parking brake. Performance is similar, disc can disappate
heat faster. But that under extreme braking, otherwise no advantage to user. ...
Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | News 10-15-2023, 10:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,164
Posted By hossross
I am a fan of good diagnostics. Park your RV in...

I am a fan of good diagnostics. Park your RV in different parts down hill. Ie nose down and level side to side. get hose out and make it rain, then park slide side down and front to back...
Forum: Class A 01-02-2023, 08:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,028
Posted By hossross
Id buy a laser thermometer and verify if you have...

Id buy a laser thermometer and verify if you have a heating problem or not. measure at top tank of radiator, if below 210 can remove rad cap and shoot the coolant, that is most accurate. every...
Forum: Class A 12-29-2022, 07:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,552
Posted By hossross
Look for a 1997 Ford Truck F53 chassis manual on...

Look for a 1997 Ford Truck F53 chassis manual on ebay, or google that model and year to see if Ford or other manual printer offers a book for that year. if you have your front and rear axle...
Forum: Class A 12-29-2022, 06:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,212
Posted By hossross
Just a suggestion, contact a farm equipment...

Just a suggestion, contact a farm equipment repair (hopefully independent and not a major brand, ie John Deere, New Holland et to see if they have parts to fix older cylinders if their stuff...
Forum: Class B+ 12-19-2022, 09:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,628
Posted By hossross
Chuck I was replying trying to add a little...

Chuck I was replying trying to add a little humor. You responded very professionally and seriously. I always read carefully all your electrical responses as I usually learn something
Forum: Gulfstream General Discussions 12-19-2022, 09:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,253
Posted By hossross
Repost of the below answer to correct the word...

Repost of the below answer to correct the word TIRE which is now shown capitalized, The edit button was not available, I agree with all the automotive information that Navy LCDR provided. GM...
Forum: Gulfstream General Discussions 12-13-2022, 02:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,253
Posted By hossross
can you add the link for your tires as an...

can you add the link for your tires as an example. I looked and the Mitchellin web site does not let you search by make model. So I assume you need the tire size, model, and load range to use the...
Forum: Class B+ 12-13-2022, 02:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,628
Posted By hossross
hey Chuck good to see you and Bike DR are still...

hey Chuck good to see you and Bike DR are still providing accurate advise

Just a comment on your level guage, gees what are you running a rollover test? try to find one that the total scale...
Forum: Class B+ 12-13-2022, 01:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,628
Posted By hossross
Now we've found a practicle test to determine...

Now we've found a practicle test to determine level and it came from a ship guy who has probably professionally never had his feet on something level, but always changing too thanks for the...
Forum: Gulfstream General Discussions 12-13-2022, 01:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,253
Posted By hossross
In most cases like all the RV applications, they...

In most cases like all the RV applications, they don't buy enough tires to warrant the tire mfg to design a specific tire for the application so that is why you don't use the tire pressure on the...
Forum: Gulfstream General Discussions 12-13-2022, 01:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,253
Posted By hossross
I agree with all the automotive information that...

I agree with all the automotive information that Navy LCDR provided. GM choose 35 psi to optimize fuel economy as the most significant parameter, because in real life handling would like a...
Forum: Gulfstream General Discussions 12-12-2022, 09:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,253
Posted By hossross
Tires do generate a lot of opinions, but its the...

Tires do generate a lot of opinions, but its the fact we want. I think NavyLCDR gave you a simple & accurate answer on why a tire that is designed with specific characteristics including max...
Forum: Class B+ 12-10-2022, 05:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,628
Posted By hossross
I would suggest you use a "fixed" part of the...

I would suggest you use a "fixed" part of the coach body as a point to determine level. This point should provide accurate information for both fore-aft and side to side. Doesn't have to be, ...
Forum: Gulfstream General Discussions 12-08-2022, 03:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,253
Posted By hossross
As several have said, the max psi rating on the...

As several have said, the max psi rating on the tire is for the max load rating of the tire. As said, the true vehicle inflation is never more than that, or they have specified the wrong...
Forum: Class A 12-08-2022, 03:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,161
Posted By hossross
Diesels barely generate heat at idle and under no...

Diesels barely generate heat at idle and under no load, so you are putting gallons of water (water, carbon dioxide, monoxide, many other combustion products and soot) in the exhaust system, and...
Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | News 12-08-2022, 03:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,534
Posted By hossross
I guess you havent found the problem yet. My 2...

I guess you havent found the problem yet. My 2 cents is If it is low on both pump and city then it has to be a restriction after those 2 plumbings are common.

Is it equally low at all out...
Forum: Class A 12-04-2022, 09:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,568
Posted By hossross
there are split inboard and outboard boots for...

there are split inboard and outboard boots for the front wheel drive half shafts, but keep checking or fabricate your own with some of the new glues and materials, just remember that boot flexes...
Forum: Class A 12-04-2022, 11:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,568
Posted By hossross
I don't know about aftermarket boots for ball...

I don't know about aftermarket boots for ball joints, but try NAPA and Auto Zone to see what they have. The best thing to do for now is over grease the joint until grease is totally filled the...
Forum: Class A 12-04-2022, 11:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,033
Posted By hossross
I like the idea to call DMV and see what...

I like the idea to call DMV and see what accommodations they will make. If not agreeable, then I'd take my chances and roll on. Technically, the toad is a trailer, not a motorized vehicle. ...
Forum: Travel Trailers 12-04-2022, 11:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,390
Posted By hossross
If you use the stabilzers, make sure they are...

If you use the stabilzers, make sure they are not contacting the ground directly, use wood or plastic riser.
Forum: Wall of Shame 11-08-2022, 05:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,141
Posted By hossross
that was my assumption, and operated with it...

that was my assumption, and operated with it overloaded or improperly loaded as those are fatigue failures so it was not a one time event. That would have maybe bent so things, but fatigue...
Forum: Wall of Shame 11-06-2022, 12:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,141
Posted By hossross
Have it inspected by a HIGHLY QUALIFIED RV...

Have it inspected by a HIGHLY QUALIFIED RV person, If looks very serious, don't waste your time fixing anything until you have a complete list of what and where the structure needs repaired. ...
Forum: 5th Wheels 11-06-2022, 12:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,473
Posted By hossross
Don't know if this is US or Canada registered. ...

Don't know if this is US or Canada registered. If you got at auction, then usually the title is still in the owners name as selling services usually just sign over the title but I don't...
Forum: Class A 11-06-2022, 11:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,046
Posted By hossross
In general the thermostat will not control...

In general the thermostat will not control propane usage as stated by others. However it is a switch that is closed until the inside temp at the thermostat is at the set number of degrees. Do...
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