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Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 04-16-2024, 05:31 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,369
Posted By peteco
Here's another option to try: CRC Freeze-Off. It...

Here's another option to try: CRC Freeze-Off. It has worked well for me getting seized bolts out. It may be harder for it to work on a larger metal mass. Worth a try.
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Forum: General Discussion Forum 04-11-2024, 01:16 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 857
Posted By peteco
This is how I did mine. And yes, it was scary. I...

This is how I did mine. And yes, it was scary. I would never do it again. Booster's recommendation of a spring compressor makes sense and should be much safer. With a spring compressor I might...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-28-2024, 01:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 857
Posted By peteco
I have a sheet I give the tire tech whenever tire...

I have a sheet I give the tire tech whenever tire work is done (rotation pattern, lug nut torque , tire pressures).

Had oil change and lube done while traveling a few years ago. Oil filter was...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-28-2024, 02:13 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 857
Posted By peteco
Agree, I have had enough hired out screw ups to...

Agree, I have had enough hired out screw ups to make me do everything myself if I can do it safely.

The local Discount Tire uses torque sticks, but does final torque with torque wrench. I will...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-27-2024, 11:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 857
Posted By peteco
I installed mine. I am an average DIY mechanic....

I installed mine. I am an average DIY mechanic. It was scary and I would not try it again on these heavy duty springs. Find a competent shop to install them.
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 03-03-2024, 12:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,859
Posted By peteco
2006 210 p

2006 210 p
Forum: Places & Routes 01-28-2024, 09:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 885
Posted By peteco
I'm confused, if you are traveling in Florida...

I'm confused, if you are traveling in Florida starting in the fall, why are you storing Nov-April? Aren't you traveling Nov-April, then need to store April-Nov. I may have a possible storage spot...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-09-2024, 04:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 750
Posted By peteco
I had same thing happen on my 2006 RT 210P. Had a...

I had same thing happen on my 2006 RT 210P. Had a local auto body shop repair it. First repair failed when the crack reappeared in a few months. The shop owner checked with another shop that did...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 01-08-2024, 01:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 934
Posted By peteco
A battery can show ~12.6v after charging yet...

A battery can show ~12.6v after charging yet still be bad. A load test is necessary to prove the health of the battery. Most auto stores will do a free load test.

On my 2006 Chevy Roadtrek the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-26-2023, 01:06 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 8,707
Posted By peteco
Maybe it has been mentioned, but could a problem...

Maybe it has been mentioned, but could a problem with the tires be a contributor? A slipped or faulty belt??? As I said previously, you may have more than one item contributing to the overall...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-24-2023, 03:12 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 8,707
Posted By peteco
The Bridgestones are a good tire, though firm...

The Bridgestones are a good tire, though firm riding the handling is great for me.

I would say that if greasing the idler arm improves the wandering noticeably, then the idler arm is worn enough...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-23-2023, 08:30 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 8,707
Posted By peteco
I'm going to throw this debatable topic into the...

I'm going to throw this debatable topic into the mix, and I am not sure it would necessarily apply to wander: sidewall stiffness. GM specs a speed rating "S", along with Load Rating "E". The speed...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-23-2023, 12:56 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 8,707
Posted By peteco
Have you had every component of the front...

Have you had every component of the front suspension and steering checked? Tie rods, idler arm, pitman arm, steering box, ball joints, wheel bearings control arm bushings. I had a bad idler arm that...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-23-2023, 03:14 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 8,707
Posted By peteco
I have no wander on my 2006 RT 210 with the wrong...

I have no wander on my 2006 RT 210 with the wrong offset wheels. Agree that OE should be better but I have had no problem with mine.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-15-2023, 05:56 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,430
Posted By peteco
In 2016 I installed an ARPRV Fridge Defend...

In 2016 I installed an ARPRV Fridge Defend controllers to prevent overheat and to run a fan. I believe it has cutoff the fridge a few times when I was off level. It has controlled the fan well. At...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-06-2023, 02:25 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,437
Posted By peteco
Assuming you have 12v heaters and 120v...

Assuming you have 12v heaters and 120v availability at home, why wouldn't you just plug in at home if you don't have indoor storage. I guess you need to have a way to not overcharge the Li batteries,...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-05-2023, 08:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 516
Posted By peteco
Would it help to put a timer on the charger to...

Would it help to put a timer on the charger to turn it off, then turn it back on in 30 minutes. Would that reset the charge profile so the battery gets the short bulk charge everyday.

I do this...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-05-2023, 11:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,466
Posted By peteco
Do you have a part number and source?

Do you have a part number and source?
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-04-2023, 06:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,466
Posted By peteco
Researching valves, here is a disassembly of a...

Researching valves, here is a disassembly of a tank valve (not a built-in tank). At 10:15 it shows the shutoff valve removed. I am guessing the bottom seat/seal was damaged or has debris underneath...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-04-2023, 06:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,466
Posted By peteco
Propane Tank Valve Flows Propane Even When Closed

A friend with 99 Roadtrek 190 is visiting. On the built-in tank, when the tank valve is closed (turned clockwise all the way in) there was still propane being supplied to all the appliances. I am...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-29-2023, 01:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,099
Posted By peteco
And the independent mechanic doesn't have big...

And the independent mechanic doesn't have big corporate mouths to feed with his labor (he does feed them through the parts though). Dealer has to pay the executive chain back to the top, plus the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-29-2023, 03:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,099
Posted By peteco
Served jury duty with a local Toyota dealer tech....

Served jury duty with a local Toyota dealer tech. Told me his dealership was charging $190 an hour labor while the other Toyota dealers were charging $110. He said they are backed up with work. I...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 11-25-2023, 02:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,065
Posted By peteco
Try to find out the weight of this vehicle if...

Try to find out the weight of this vehicle if possible. Would they let you take it to a weighing facility? If so, you could also get both the front and rear wheel weights to compare with the OEM...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-09-2023, 01:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,515
Posted By peteco
Is handling completely separate from speed...

Is handling completely separate from speed rating, or only somewhat separate? My thinking is that a less stiff sidewall means the sidewall flexes more, and that more flexing will result in a tire...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-08-2023, 05:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,515
Posted By peteco
My thinking is that handling is the reason for...

My thinking is that handling is the reason for the GM S spec, not speed. Also maybe extra margin for temperature capability. Hopefully Capri can provide insight.
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