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Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-22-2020, 08:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 694
Posted By jbucking
Thank you for your reply. My Roadtrek doesn't...

Thank you for your reply. My Roadtrek doesn't really have a valve that we use for winterizing. I just take apart the inlet side of the 12v pump and insert a tube into the antifreeze and pump it...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-22-2020, 02:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 694
Posted By jbucking
City water question on 2007 RT 210V

I have really never used the city water feature on my 2007 RT 210V. I hooked a hose up to it at home and used it to fill the front and rear fresh water tanks. That worked as expected.

Then I...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-21-2020, 06:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,632
Posted By jbucking
"Did Roadtrek fuse the macerator in the 12V...

"Did Roadtrek fuse the macerator in the 12V distribution panel on the 210P ?"

Yes. The macerator is a 15amp fuse on the fuse panel up by the control panel. Mine is marked on a 2007V.

Definately...
Forum: Class B Camper Van Reviews 06-04-2020, 05:12 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,484
Posted By jbucking
Just curious, why no propane ?

Just curious, why no propane ? It is a tried and true method of heating and running running your fridge when not on shore power. I would say for your first RV to "keep it simple". Propane is simple...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 05-14-2020, 05:44 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,737
Posted By jbucking
Tire Minder - A Great System

The blowout protection is most useful if you have a unit with tandem rears or if you are pulling a toad or trailer. Often a blow out or complete tire failure can occur on a tandem rear tire or the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 05-14-2020, 05:01 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,737
Posted By jbucking
Tire Minder - A Great System

I have used the Tire Minder system on both class A and Class B motor homes pulling toads or trailers with great success for years. I can monitor all the wheels on the ground as well as the spare. It...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 02-16-2020, 04:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,785
Posted By jbucking
I have had great luck with Bridgestone Dueler...

I have had great luck with Bridgestone Dueler light truck tires on our RT 210 with an 8600lb gross weight. Just make sure to keep them at the correct tire pressures and, as Booster mentioned, stick...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 02-13-2020, 04:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,580
Posted By jbucking
We experienced this same violent shaking in the...

We experienced this same violent shaking in the front end of our 2007 210V coming off Wolf Creek Pass (at 10,000 feet) in Colorado. It also went away once we hit flat ground. I am wondering about the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 02-05-2020, 10:12 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 17,941
Posted By jbucking
Okay, Thank you. One more question. What is the...

Okay, Thank you. One more question. What is the point of this "necked down" portion of the intake for the macerator ? It seems like it would just create turbulence with the inbound "stuff". Is there...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 02-05-2020, 09:33 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 17,941
Posted By jbucking
I loosened the plate where the rod mounts. I...

I loosened the plate where the rod mounts. I think I will put a little silicon around the plate and tighten it back down. I might throw the rod in the side compartment and pull it out if I happen to...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 02-05-2020, 05:56 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 17,941
Posted By jbucking
I am getting ready to install my new my new...

I am getting ready to install my new my new macerator pump. I am curious. How many of you bothered to reinstall the manual crank handle (for dislodging jams in the pump, I assume) that extends from...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 02-01-2020, 07:57 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 17,941
Posted By jbucking
Thank you, The "Double Hose Barb", that you refer...

Thank you, The "Double Hose Barb", that you refer to, is the fitting that connects the two hoses ? If I were to use the Kanaflex in the chassis and use the THetford hose to coil up in storage ?
Forum: General Discussion Forum 02-01-2020, 06:31 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 17,941
Posted By jbucking
How about this to replace the dump hose from the...

How about this to replace the dump hose from the macerator ?...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 02-01-2020, 01:34 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 17,941
Posted By jbucking
Your are absolutely correct. It has been a long...

Your are absolutely correct. It has been a long day. Thanks for your help.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-31-2020, 08:56 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 17,941
Posted By jbucking
The first two photos are my macerator. The last...

The first two photos are my macerator. The last page shows the potential Amazon replacement pump. Am I missing something, but does the pump and outlet on the replacement pump appear backwards...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-31-2020, 01:53 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 17,941
Posted By jbucking
Thanks again for everyone's help. I think I...

Thanks again for everyone's help. I think I getting too old to lay on my back on the floor to do this sort of thing, but my local RT repair facility quoted me $ 600.00 -700.00 to do the repair. I...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-31-2020, 01:26 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 17,941
Posted By jbucking
Thank you. I do plan on drilling a new weep hole...

Thank you. I do plan on drilling a new weep hole on the Pump and closing off the top, original weep hole. It looks like the panel that covers the pump is riveted on. I guess RT never thought we would...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-31-2020, 12:44 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 17,941
Posted By jbucking
Can anyone confirm that this would be my...

Can anyone confirm that this would be my replacement pump ? https://www.amazon.com/SHURFLO-3200-.../dp/B000FQ78P4 . I have seen some discussion about right and left handed discharge versions. Again,...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-30-2020, 06:34 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 17,941
Posted By jbucking
Can anyone confirm that this would be my...

Can anyone confirm that this would be my replacement pump ? https://www.amazon.com/SHURFLO-3200-001-12V-Macerator-Pump/dp/B000FQ78P4 . I have seen some discussion about right and left handed...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-30-2020, 01:46 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 17,941
Posted By jbucking
It sounds correct and pumps fine, then shuts off....

It sounds correct and pumps fine, then shuts off. Then after it sits a while it starts back up. The tanks have been flushed out prior. I will crawl underneath and see if I can inspect the connections...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-30-2020, 01:28 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 17,941
Posted By jbucking
A new macerator problem (I think)

I have searched the forums for macerator issues, but not found a thread that discusses my issue. I have a 2007 RT 210V and the macerator pump will run fine when I initially press the button, but...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-22-2019, 04:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,853
Posted By jbucking
My RT210 sends 14.2 volts to the battery with the motor running

My RT210 sends 14.2 volts to the battery with the chassis motor running. It does back off after the batteries are charged, but running your RV's motor will charge your batteries and also help start...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-19-2019, 07:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,897
Posted By jbucking
I use a battery thender on both house and chassis batteries

I use a Battery Tender on both the house and chassis batteries. Using a Battery Tender allows me to shut off the 12 volt power switch to the coach which, in my opinon, lessens the chance of a fire or...
Forum: B+ General Discussion 11-14-2019, 07:34 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,778
Posted By jbucking
Speaking of options, what about awnings ?

I am just curious. I realize that most class B's come with an awning, but on some (like Roadtrek) it is an option. It seems like one of those options that everyone wants until it breaks. Do you think...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-14-2019, 07:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,582
Posted By jbucking
Would the Ryobi handle topping off a couple of...

Would the Ryobi handle topping off a couple of tires at 80psi on a single battery ? It is an interesting idea.
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