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losing power uphill
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There have been other good suggestions here. By...
There have been other good suggestions here. By all means, put a vacuum gage on the manifold, and change the air filter. My suggestion is based on many years of experience with Mopar engines. In...
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Yesterday, 07:10 PM
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losing power uphill
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Yes, the vacuum lines are rubber hoses that use...
Yes, the vacuum lines are rubber hoses that use the engine's vacuum as a power source for the cruise control and heater/AC controls, along with engine timing, etc. They have thick walls that will...
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Yesterday, 07:06 PM
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losing power uphill
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TomF
Yes, a bad gasket or cracked manifold are...
Yes, a bad gasket or cracked manifold are possible causes for a vacuum leak, but not likely. In my experience these Mopar engines are robust and reliable.
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03-26-2024, 07:35 PM
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losing power uphill
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TomF
You are losing vacuum at the engine intake...
You are losing vacuum at the engine intake manifold. Loss of vacuum means loss of power. The engine will idle ok, but won't perform correctly. The fuel/air ratio is never what it should be in this...
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03-25-2024, 05:50 PM
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losing power uphill
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TomF
You don't say what altitude you are at when the...
You don't say what altitude you are at when the van loses power. The mountains, of course, are always a problem above 7,000 feet or so. If it isn't that, I'd check your vacuum system hoses. A...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
03-25-2024, 05:44 PM
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my solar panel
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TomF
Most likely the solar panel is helping to charge...
Most likely the solar panel is helping to charge the house battery, though, if it is a small panel, it won't be producing much power. The device could be the solar controller that controls the power...
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General Discussion Forum
03-22-2024, 10:35 PM
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free over night places to camp South Tampa,FL area
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I believe you are pointing to the North Port...
I believe you are pointing to the North Port area. I lived near there, in Englewood, for a number of years. I ran my 17' Aquasport center console up and down the Intracoastal, and sailed my...
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Tweaks, Mods & Projects
03-19-2024, 06:25 PM
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Looking for recommendations for suspension parts for Dodge B3500 Roadtrek 190V
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TomF
I had my front end of my 1997 Dodge rebuilt last...
I had my front end of my 1997 Dodge rebuilt last year. I needed a new spindle, and the only one I could find was located at B&R Auto Wrecking Parts, Spanaway, Wa. 253-847-6423. They gave me a good...
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Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo
03-19-2024, 06:12 PM
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stuck in drive on the dash
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TomF
Sounds like the connection between the shifter...
Sounds like the connection between the shifter and the indicator has broken. My Dodge RT has a cable from the shifter to the indicator.
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03-14-2024, 08:15 PM
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How many of us have owned our B a lot of years?
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TomF
I bought my 1997 RT 190P in 2005. I have driven...
I bought my 1997 RT 190P in 2005. I have driven it through most parts of the continental US except the Northwest and Alaska. It has been well worth it to me to maintain and replace systems as...
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03-12-2024, 08:54 PM
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Outdoor Shower Waste Water
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TomF
I have often used the outdoor shower, and it has...
I have often used the outdoor shower, and it has never been an issue, especially in places I was drycamping, like Everglades National Park. It is understood that you are managing your water usage...
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The Manufacturers & Models
02-26-2024, 11:30 PM
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Roadtrek window gaskets
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TomF
Great info, thanks. Looks like my first project...
Great info, thanks. Looks like my first project this season will be to pull those frames from the inside.
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The Manufacturers & Models
02-21-2024, 08:49 PM
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Roadtrek window gaskets
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TomF
Thanks. It is ordered and on the way.
Thanks. It is ordered and on the way.
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The Manufacturers & Models
02-20-2024, 09:15 PM
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Roadtrek window gaskets
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TomF
Roadtrek window gaskets
Anybody know if the gaskets for the three small windows above the windshield on the 1997 RT 190 Popular are available?
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General Discussion Forum
02-16-2024, 09:35 PM
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A REAL 4x4 camper...
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TomF
Much like sailing on the ocean. You know you...
Much like sailing on the ocean. You know you have had a good day of sailing when you look below and see everything you own scattered on the cabin sole!
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
01-01-2024, 03:53 PM
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190 Popular chassis battery issue
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TomF
First, a few questions. What type of battery? ...
First, a few questions. What type of battery? Voltage reading from multimeter, or voltmeter on vehicle? 12.0 V reading at rest with no load?
Personally, I don't trust the quick test they do at...
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The Manufacturers & Models
12-13-2023, 05:49 PM
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Furnace comes on even when Thermo Switch in off
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TomF
A new thermostat is relatively inexpensive and...
A new thermostat is relatively inexpensive and available at any RV supply house. I changed mine out without any issues.
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General Discussion Forum
12-11-2023, 10:46 PM
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Dometic RM2310 to 2354 in RT 170 1997
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TomF
It's true that the 12v circuit has it's...
It's true that the 12v circuit has it's limitations, but I wouldn't call it useless. I typically switch the unit to 12v when driving, and it maintains temperature fine. This is a newer Dometic...
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Tweaks, Mods & Projects
12-02-2023, 06:27 PM
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Roadtrek 190 Versatile living, mods, tweaks, etc.
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TomF
Good advice! My girlfriend and I have travelled...
Good advice! My girlfriend and I have travelled over most of the mainland US in our 1997 Roadtrek Popular, and we have treasured the experience. The only thing close to it was sailing my boat from...
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General Discussion Forum
11-30-2023, 09:42 PM
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Going full time very soon!
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TomF
Great way to see and experience our wonder filled...
Great way to see and experience our wonder filled country. Good luck and enjoy!
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General Discussion Forum
11-29-2023, 07:23 PM
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Should I be worried about this propane noise when turning on the tank?
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TomF
The first time it happened (years ago), I had...
The first time it happened (years ago), I had been opening the valve slowly, and it started leaking, so I shut it quickly. Eventually, I just opened it quickly, and a little liquid propane would spew...
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11-27-2023, 06:08 PM
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Should I be worried about this propane noise when turning on the tank?
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TomF
The valve on my propane tank is original to 1997....
The valve on my propane tank is original to 1997. At times, it will spew some liquid propane when I open it, especially early in the season. Once the valve is fully open, it stops leaking.
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Tweaks, Mods & Projects
11-25-2023, 05:38 PM
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Dodge Class B 2000 model year rear suspension
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TomF
You are wise to be concerned about the weight and...
You are wise to be concerned about the weight and balance of your RV. I would suggest you try driving the rig with various combinations of full and empty tanks to determine how the handling seems to...
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The Manufacturers & Models
11-19-2023, 10:59 PM
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Roadtrek propane tank
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TomF
On my 1997 Dodge, I removed the existing...
On my 1997 Dodge, I removed the existing regulator and tubing from the tank and plumbed in a flexible hose and regulator for a BBQ tank to the vehicle's propane line. I am using a small 6lb....
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The Manufacturers & Models
11-19-2023, 10:54 PM
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Roadtrek propane tank
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TomF
Sounds good. Thanks
Sounds good. Thanks
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