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That is an impressive license.
Have done all the 26 lock and dams about half dozen times and 2 night crossings on the Gulf of Mexico to Tampa. I loved the peace and quiet at night. Just good times from the past.
The Locks are the most frustrating boating experience. Your with boats, barges, tugs, and stupid inexperienced boaters. I’ve had my moments.
AL
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Hi Al:
I have a 1600 ton unlimited, so its good for all oceans, inland rivers and lakes. Have done the Saint Lawrence rive over a dozen time going down, but never up. Always wanted to do the Mississippi river into or out of the great lakes but never had the opportunity.
Interesting thing I learned Manitowoc, Wisconsin. They used to build submarines there in WWII, sea trail them in lake Michigan then barge them down to New Orleans where the crew would board and go to sea/war. Building the subs that far inland provided a high level of security. Boy have things changed with satellites that see everything.
Chuck
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Chad,
I have had no luck finding the parts through regular parts suppliers or aftermarket sources. My next step was to contact Prevost or Detroit. I just decided that it would be easier to have them fabricated. My original plan was to have them made out of 304 stainless but in my research i found that it would not be practical. The tubing was no issue but the 5 Detroit flanges are not available off the shelf in stainless. The 5 inch turbo flange would have to be turned out of stainless billet. I didnt even get to what it would take to fabricate the wye to manifold flanges. (Looks like flares but probably Detroit spec dimension.)
It was challenging finding the correct components but i have them all now. My next step is to build plywood jigs off of the old assemblies so there are no fitment issues. I will post with photos and part numbers when its complete along with rough costs. If you think you would like to do the same thing we can compare dimensions and if the same i can take my jigs back to my guy and have him fab the pipes for you. Jeff
Jeff and Lindsay
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Not to throw a wrench here… What looks right about 11.8V?
Still learning here after 9 years of ownership, I have never checked at the vanner terminals. I have checked at the battery posts and the Vanner monitor and I think 11.8 is low.
My monitor was in the top of the rear electrical box, it is so thin I missed it on first look. The 70D is now on rev C. At least that is what I received from inverter services earlier in the summer.
Jeff and Lindsay
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Jeff, I’ve heard that these parts are very difficult to find. I assume that’s why you’re looking at having them made. Sorry I can’t help with your question, but I hope you’ll follow up with us if you have some made. Mine aren’t leaking yet, but look pretty gnarly. It’s definitely on my radar.
Jeff and Lindsay
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Steve:
How are you going to handle the condensate? Mike
Jeff and Lindsay
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How can I tell if I have the 12.7L or 14L engine?
Jeff and Lindsay
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What a strange thread. This dust-up sounds like it’s more about personality conflicts than anything else. I’ll bet my left lug nut that there’s some history there. Boasting about refusing to ever do a brake check is just bizarre. That’s like never checking your tire pressure.
I try very hard to do my own research and understand as much about my old coach as possible, but Jon’s unsolicited observations have still enlightened me on a number of occasions. Probably saved me some money, too.
Jeff and Lindsay
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You still going to be pissed about my comments in the above post Bill?
As you originally described the problem and circumstances and I questioned that post you got a little pissed.
I’ll repeat that my objective was not to criticize you but to make sure the information was accurate so others could learn.
Jeff and Lindsay
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What kind of tires?
Jeff and Lindsay
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Check the chassis batteries. You might have had a battery explode.
Jeff and Lindsay
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I am using a Baldwin PA 2333 filter. i found them on Amazon but you can go to any parts house and they can order one for you if they are not in stock. the last one I picked up was from a company that specialised in filters. it was about 75 dollars
Dennis Wisniewski
in Sequim
Jeff and Lindsay
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Our use of the water heater is unique compared to a normal plumbing situation. We turn the water heater off after every trip. When we turn it on the expansion takes place. I split the cold water filter housing once when the check valve failed open.
I reconfigured my piping such that the expansion tank is still on the cold water inlet but between the check valve and the water heater. No more worries about the expansion and the pump is variable speed slowing as it reaches the pressure set point so it really doesn’t care.
Jeff and Lindsay
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About three years ago our bottom water heater also started leaking. Luckily we caught it before there was any floor damage. After a lot of research (and measuring) we discovered that direct replacement with two new 10 gallon Attwood models wouldn’t work…the current models are about 1″ taller and the shower drain was in the way. Fortunately we found a 20 gallon round heater that fit perfectly…at Lowes!
Jeff and Lindsay
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Just to show you, a long time RV friend who is a member of this forum, fueled today — 128 gallons resulting in a savings of $65 off of posted cash price. Easy in, Easy Out and fuel at 60 gallons per minute, no cut off.
What is not to like!
Jeff and Lindsay
91 Marathon XL