BY FRED SMITH NOVEMBER 2009

Troubleshootin' with Ernie

A good RVer isn’t afraid to roll their sleeves up and take matters into
their own hands when things go awry in the RV. In this series, Ernie Herring
reveals which tools every RVer should have in their personal toolbox
and how to use those tools like a seasoned pro.

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Steve Roddy

May. 31, 2010 - 09:05 PM

Nothing wrong with gen and shore power at same time. Transfer switch will hande, only one source will enter coach. Usually generator dominant. But be sure heavy loads ( Air conditioners, electric water heater and etc...) are turned off. If generator does not start it is something in the generator such as voltage regulator, generator model? If generator runs, check breakers on generator or a faulty transfer switch.

larry (nc)

May. 30, 2010 - 01:29 PM

i have 93 bounder starded gen with power on now gen doest work shore power ok larry

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May. 13, 2010 - 12:50 PM

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Bill (Mass)

Apr. 16, 2010 - 08:17 AM

I have a 1997 Ford F53 chasse my fuel pump shut down installed new one but need a jumper harness #F7PU-9A213-CA or CB or the gas guage will not register properly it is discontinued an not avaiable at Ford any help would be greatly appreciated

Steve Roddy

Mar. 26, 2010 - 03:10 PM

It is always hard to empty the tank and then add water back to the tank to recharge the system. Most all holding tank chemicals will ask to start with at least 5 gallons of water. If the chemical you are using does not do the job try a different brand to see if you can prevent clogging.

Claudia (Texas)

Mar. 25, 2010 - 11:47 PM

Any suggestions for Sani-flush that has plugged twice on our Heartland SunDance? Professionally fixed 1st time,but happened again. We always use RV paper & lots of water. Clean often & thoroughly when dumping. Use Happy Camper at end of each trip.

Bob (N.J.)

Jan. 31, 2010 - 11:25 AM

Have 2001 Windsport, if I hook uplineline to ground fault receptable, the ground fault trips out, hook up to non grounded, electric stays on. what can cause this, check all outlets and connection, every nthis wire right. any ideas?

Steve Roddy

Jan. 20, 2010 - 04:32 PM

Is it still under warranty? Where are you located? A description of the problem you are experiencing and I will see if I can help.

jim (maryland)

Jan. 20, 2010 - 04:15 PM

what do you do whem you buy a junk 2008 winnebago and rv dealers wont work on it since we didnt buy it from them, winneabgo isn t much help we bought it new from lazy days what a mistake

Steve Roddy

Jan. 07, 2010 - 01:16 PM

The slides will need to be extended beyond normal extension. That will be the only way to secure edges of new flooring under slide. Remove interior flashing or framework and extend slide to edge of floor.

ken (destin,fl)

Jan. 07, 2010 - 11:25 AM

I M PLANNING TO CHANGE CARPET IN MY 2005 KEYSTONE CHALLANGER MODEL 32TKB, MY QUESTION IS DO YOU HAVE REMOVE THE SLIDES IN ORDER TO CHANGE THE CARPET AND TILE

Steve (Lazydays RV)

Dec. 28, 2009 - 08:17 AM

What model of 08 Southwind do you have David? Tank drain is usually found in storage compartment but I can tell you exactly with model information.

David (Richmond, In)

Dec. 25, 2009 - 12:19 PM

On a 2008 Fleetwood Southwind, where is the fresh water holding tank and how do I dump it?

Adrian (North Bay ON.)

Dec. 23, 2009 - 07:09 PM

When you hooked up the chains on the trailer you did not cross them, which is law here in cANADA

Steve (Lazydays RV)

Dec. 21, 2009 - 08:39 AM

The isolator will not draw power it only passes power from alternator to coach and chassis batteries. Check alternator for overcharging before batteries are damaged. Also check batteries with hydrometer for possibly a bad cell.

chris ()

Dec. 21, 2009 - 01:49 AM

great

chris ()

Dec. 21, 2009 - 01:49 AM

great

Richard (epsom,nh)

Dec. 19, 2009 - 02:50 PM

why would the battery isolater work fine and then boils the battery and draws a lage amount of current

Russell (Winnipeg)

Dec. 18, 2009 - 10:37 PM

I would like to know why i m having trouble with the vidios that you are putting on. They go for a short time like 20 sec. and than it stops. I like to watch them they are interesting and informative.

Steve (Lazydays RV)

Dec. 03, 2009 - 09:18 AM

Not all water systems have a shut off to individual components. It would usually be located where the water line connects to the toilet. If one is needed it would be a simple process to install one at the toilet.

Cindy (Pensacola, Fl.)

Nov. 29, 2009 - 04:32 PM

Ernie, I have a Jayco Eagle Series 32 footer. Where is the shutoff valve to just the toilet? Thanks

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