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Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-09-2018, 09:46 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,987
Posted By Gary Mn
Booster, Thanks. Our speakers did work with...

Booster,
Thanks. Our speakers did work with certain DVDs but we rarely used the front ones and the DVD itself was failing so took the path of least resistance. I could add a device (do not recall...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-09-2018, 08:39 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,987
Posted By Gary Mn
To our 2008 RS I have added the following major...

To our 2008 RS I have added the following major items:
1. Komi adjustable shocks on rear
2. Spring assist kit on rear
3. Coil over springs on front struts
4. Two gallon pressure tank to water...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-26-2018, 10:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,717
Posted By Gary Mn
My gas refrigerator never would keep up with...

My gas refrigerator never would keep up with either outside temperatures or opening the door. It would warm up with outside air temperatures(even if I never opened the door and with my outside...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-26-2018, 10:06 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 14,251
Posted By Gary Mn
My 2008 RS has four seats up front and three in...

My 2008 RS has four seats up front and three in back all with seat belts
Gary
2008 RS
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-26-2018, 10:04 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 23,770
Posted By Gary Mn
You have gotten a lot of good information from...

You have gotten a lot of good information from many experienced users. I may have missed it but wanted to comment about two things in your post.

First BTUs are a unit of energy and Watts are a...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-06-2018, 11:23 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,121
Posted By Gary Mn
As has been suggested if you have room for more...

As has been suggested if you have room for more batteries you could upgrade to two six volt deep cycle batteries in series and easily get to over 200 amphrs capacity. With your solar you would easily...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-06-2018, 03:48 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,121
Posted By Gary Mn
I think you need some more information to figure...

I think you need some more information to figure this out.
What is the amp output of the alternator?
Do you drive every day or boondock?
What is the amp hour rating of your 24 battery?

If the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-06-2018, 12:24 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,121
Posted By Gary Mn
Paul My OEM Dometic was three cubic feet and...

Paul
My OEM Dometic was three cubic feet and the Novakool is about four. The five foot may be better insulated and becaus cit is larger it has larger absorption unit and you may get better internal...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-05-2018, 10:03 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,121
Posted By Gary Mn
This was my experience exactly. The Novakool...

This was my experience exactly. The Novakool maintains a very even temperature and I have yet to have a battery issue.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-05-2018, 06:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,584
Posted By Gary Mn
I have read that low oil level can affect the run...

I have read that low oil level can affect the run time and there is a sponge like filter on the outside of the unit that can become plugged.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-05-2018, 05:35 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,121
Posted By Gary Mn
I just replaced my nine year old three way with a...

I just replaced my nine year old three way with a Novakool 4500 12/130 volt compressor unit. It is pricy but works much better than the absorption one. We travel each day and a 224 amphr coach...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-16-2018, 04:34 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,836
Posted By Gary Mn
Service

It is expensive at $7-8 per quart and 13 guarts. I pay about $360 every 10k miles and my Freightliner dealer does oil,oil filter, fuel filter,tire rotation,and complete vehicle inspection. It is a...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-15-2018, 11:58 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 11,109
Posted By Gary Mn
Cross country

We prefer the RV on long trips because we have everything we need with us. It is probably more expensive but not significantly., like double or triple. The downside is your local travel if you are...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-15-2018, 09:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,541
Posted By Gary Mn
My 9 year old Roadtrek RS has this generator and...

My 9 year old Roadtrek RS has this generator and it typically takes about 10 seconds. If it takes minutes I would think the transfer circuit should be checked.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-15-2018, 09:09 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,836
Posted By Gary Mn
Diesel vs gas

When we bought our 2008 RS we bought the whole package; diesel, space, and camping amenities. Had a turbo charged V6 gas been an option in 2009 I would have considered it and made my decision based...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-12-2018, 08:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,324
Posted By Gary Mn
Storage

Mark
You have done the suspension right. I think the air ones help with ride and that is what many are looking for. In my case it was gross vehicle wright. Your dual wheels have a big edge on my...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-12-2018, 05:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,324
Posted By Gary Mn
Storage

Mark
I believe the power steering hose was replaced but not the pump itself. When I replace the brakes it will be the first time and yes most of our miles are on the road, however, since our weight...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-12-2018, 12:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,324
Posted By Gary Mn
Mark Your rig inside is the same as ours. We...

Mark
Your rig inside is the same as ours. We like the space up front too. By prepared food I mean the my wife has celiac disease so she prepares/freezes food in advance she can cook while...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-12-2018, 03:12 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,324
Posted By Gary Mn
Storage

Our 2008 RS came with both airmores and we sold the drivers side one and kept the passenger side one. We do hang clothes in both front and rear cabinets and have found this to be more than adequate...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 05-30-2018, 03:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,114
Posted By Gary Mn
All the suggestions are great. You might consider...

All the suggestions are great. You might consider some leveling blocks, either home made or bought at Walmart or other RVstore, since your fridge is absorption.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 05-30-2018, 03:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,657
Posted By Gary Mn
Which model RT you have ? Does it have an...

Which model RT you have ? Does it have an electric water heater? If not you should be ok. The other responder is correct too
Forum: General Discussion Forum 05-19-2018, 08:42 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,073
Posted By Gary Mn
Costs

Adventurous RS1
I agree with all you said. My point was I have had people say, "oh a diesel it is cheap to run and runs forever". Yes, the base engine will likely run a long time as you say but a...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 05-19-2018, 11:55 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,073
Posted By Gary Mn
Cost of maintaining

We have a 2008 RS we bought new with over 90,000 miles on it now. We love it and have made some convenience modifications to suit our needs. The most recent is a 12/120 volt refrigerator. I do want...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 05-15-2018, 01:56 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,768
Posted By Gary Mn
Response to Mark

Mark,
We bought our RS from a dealer going out of the Motorhome business. It had been a floor model/demo and had 1000 mies on it but never titled. We did get a very good deal.
Mn has had a...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 05-15-2018, 05:11 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,768
Posted By Gary Mn
The mat is in the bathroom except when showering ...

The mat is in the bathroom except when showering
Bought it new in December 2009
90000 miles and it runs fine although I am concerned about the 20% biodiesel I must buy in Minnesota. So I watch my...
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