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Mine is/was a seated coach. I just removed the seats myself!

I’ll be building out the house electrical system from scratch myself as well. I think my 12v house draw would be under 70amps.

My main concern was if in perusing the absolute gorgeous schematic drawings Prevost has provided, I might have missed a reason that I would need to keep the Vanner system.

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I’m guessing … just guessing … that when you’re on shore power and running four Cruise-Airs (plus whatever else is on) you’re drawing more than 50amps on one or both legs. Does your coach tell you how many amps you’re pulling?

When you’re trying to run four CA’s what else is running? Electric water heater? Both house battery chargers at a high amp draw rate? Electric clothes dryer? Electric cooktop? Microwave?

Have you tried running one CA, then two CA, then three, and finally four. At what point does the short cycling start?

I suspect that like many of the rest of us (including me) you’ll need to learn how to balance electrical loads in your coach.

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MorPrevost90,

Yes, if the 8 house batteries are connected to each other in parallel (12v). Hooked up in parallel you can have 1 or 8 or any number in-between.

If your house bank (8) is both 12v and 24 volt like the original poster here? then yes again, hook two 12 volt batts up in series = 24v, and hook four, three, two, or one 12v batts up in parallel = 12v.

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I will take it. Let me know what I owe you and how to send you my address. Here is my email:

• prevostnewbie@gmail.com

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I did all mine a couple years back, when you install them make sure you don’t put stronger ones than needed, it will be hard to close the doors.

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Using a digital multimeter, measure voltage at the pedestal outlet by very slightly unplugging the surge protector at the pedestal outlet, then measure voltage again just after the surge protector where the shore cord plugs in to it.

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yeah that’s possible, we’ll see. Mine don’t have rust bubbles which I’m familiar with, it’s more like flaking from improper surface prep.

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They are same size as the original and fit just like the original.

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Here’s another link with pics of the “first” time I changed the gen radiator fan belt and refurbished the bay:

/threaddetails.asp?Category=Updates&ThreadID=6381

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Here’s a link with pics “last” time I changed the gen radiator fan belt:

/threaddetails.asp?Category=Generator&ThreadID=12242

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Probably depends on the converter. On my Liberty, you can access from a removable panel in the inverter bay. As stated previously, need to remove the shelf and possibly the gen battery. I did not need to remove the battery, but I just looked to see what was behind it the panel. Replacing the belt might be a different story.

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I found the following here on PC in the article section:

????? Mile/Annual Inspection Service Sheet (author unknown)

1. Check batteries for charge and fluid level. Put on charge as needed.

2.? Drain engine oil and take a sample if you have an established program.

3.? Replace engine oil filters being certain to prime filter.

4.? Replace primary and secondary fuel filters – prime before installation.

5.? Check driveshaft flanges for loose bolts or u-joints.

6.? Check for oil leaks from engine, transmission and differential.

7.? Adjust drive axle brake stroke to?D.O.T. recommended values.

8.? Adjust tag axle brake stroke to recommended D.O.T. values.

9.? Check tag axle lubricant level and seals for leaks.

10. Check clutch adjustment and clutch brake, if used.

11. Check engine and transmission mounting.

12. Check muffler and manifold for leaks or cracks.

13. Drain air tanks and check for oil contamination.

14. Check lower water and oil hoses for wear and chaffing.

15. Check air cleaner with manometer – not to exceed 20″.

16. Lubricate rear chassis parts/install grease caps on all fittings.

17. Lubricate drive shafts with EP grease.

18. Check all fluid levels and correct to vehicle specs.

19. Check condition of all belts, pulleys and related drive assemblies.

20. Install engine oil to correct DDA specs and fill to appropriate marked level.

21. Check or adjust coolant level to 50% glycol content and check nitrate levels.

22. Visually check engine area for any abnormalities.

23. Check all exterior lights and reflectors and repair defects as needed.

24. Check hazard/turn signal/backup and brake lights.

25. Check low air buzzer and light for proper operation.

26. Check horn and dash lights.

27. Check windshield wipers with water applied.

28. Visually inspect A/C compressor oil and gas levels and for leaks.

29. Check and note engine oil pressure at idle and high idle.

30. Lubricate front suspension/install grease caps.

31. Check oil level in front hubs.

32. Check steering gear mounting and for cracks.

33. Check suspension parts for looseness.

34. Check for hose chaffing and routing.

35. Check front axle seals for leaks.

36. Drain air tanks in front. Check for oil contamination.

37. Check front brake slack adjuster for proper stroke and adjust as required to measured length as recommended by?D.O.T.

38. Check for air leaks, hose chaffing and lining wear on front shoes.

39. Check tire depth and note unusual tire wear.

40. Inspect battery cables condition, chaffing and terminals. Clean cable ends and posts and spray on terminal protectant. Clean batteries and surrounding compartment.

41. Load test batteries using 1/2 cold cranking capacity and note results per battery.

42. Check charging voltage under maximum load. 12 volt system to read 13.6 and 24 volt system to read 27.2.

43. Torque all wheels stud nuts.

44. Check main evaporator, condenser, and drivers A/C motor brushes where applicable.

? All deficiencies should be repaired to manufacturer’s specifications. Upon completion of this inspection and related repairs, the coach it pertains to meets DOT requirements in accordance with 49CFR 396.17 through 396.23. The above list should be used as a guideline for the annual inspection of your vehicle. Any and all related questions should be directed to a qualified mechanic.

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Mike,

Do you use CoachNet? Your coach is only three years newer than mine, so I am curious if you are able to sign up for CoachNet.

Ron

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I had heard good things about CoachNet so I gave them a call. My coach is 1989 Chassis with a 1990 conversion. I was told to pound salt. CoachNet told me twice that they would not cover my coach. So the options are slim with Good Sam, but I can call Prevost PASS, and get assistance even if costs a wad of $.

Ron

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If the breaker is tripped? you have to ask why. They’re on top of the round powerhead.

How many times have you replaced the belt in the 9+ yrs that you’ve owned it?