http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/ Discuss anything Technical or Mechanical here en Wed, 08 Sep 2010 10:58:29 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/ http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2445-heat-tape-anybody-used-it-new-post.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 08:27:54 GMT Unlike some of the lucky ones, we are unable to escape to British weather this winter :sad:

Does anyone have any experience of 'heat tape' - normally 'wound' around exposed domestic pipes to prevent freezing (as if winter's in the UK are cold !! :001_smile: )

This is a link to the sort of thing we are considering -
http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Main_Ind...ape/index.html

From other research it seems that the 'self regulating tape is preferable - it also means that I don't have to firstly wrap all the pipe work in aluminum tape

Intend to further 'insulate' the water pipe work that I can reach but would appreciate any feed back from any who might have used this tape before deciding if it is a worthwhile investment under the insulation

Thanks in anticipation

poacher ]]> poacher http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2445-heat-tape-anybody-used-it.html http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2443-slide-now-working-but-i-dont-think-its-right-new-post.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:37:22 GMT *been playing tonight and removed/cleaned/replaced the earth wires to the stainless steel earth lug on the pump.* *still no slide !...pump... been playing tonight and removed/cleaned/replaced the earth wires to the stainless steel earth lug on the pump.

still no slide !...pump selonoid is dead, valve selonoids are live.

then i turned on the jack master switch on the HWH control panel as well...

Magic !!! pump selonoid active and slide extends and retracts fine but ONLY when the jack master switch is on.

pushed the front end jack extend lever forward by accident and the slide started to retract :blink:

my limited knowledge tells me theres no 12v from the slide rocker switch to pump selonoid, only to the valve selonoids, and needs the jack switch on to power up the slide rocker switch to the pump.

is this usual or is it busted....

could it be possible the slide and jacks master switches are fed by a common 12v live, jacks first in line, but the link to the slide master is on the wrong side of the jack master...switched side instead of permenantly live side ? ]]> pappajohn http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2443-slide-now-working-but-i-dont-think-its-right.html http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2435-cummins-fuel-cut-off-solenoid-new-post.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 20:57:45 GMT Hi Everyone Wondered if anyone can help? Have a 1996 pusher with an 8.3litre Cummins Turbodiesel. The fuel cut off soenoid has fallen apart and... Hi Everyone

Wondered if anyone can help?

Have a 1996 pusher with an 8.3litre Cummins Turbodiesel. The fuel cut off soenoid has fallen apart and I am now on the second new one supplied incorrectly.

I have ordered using the engine number and both new ones sent have been larger diameter and length. Whilst there is physically space for the larger to fit, it won't fit onto the mounting bracket.

Therefore does anyone know if it's incorrect, or if I need to order the new bracket as well. I'm wondering if the new larger one is an upgrade and it needs the new bracket to install?

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks ]]> RVUSA http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2435-cummins-fuel-cut-off-solenoid.html http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2434-mains-power-lead-new-post.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 18:22:06 GMT Been having loads of trouble plugging the rv into the mains every time we have been out in it.Plug power cord into the mains and it tripped out... Been having loads of trouble plugging the rv into the mains every time we have been out in it.Plug power cord into the mains and it tripped out straight away,then eventually it would stop on,tried allsorts to get round the problem with no joy:cursing::.Then Carole suggested plugging the power cord in to the rv first then into the outside hook up(not the right way but when your desperate) and lo and behold it tripped so pointing to a fault with the main lead.Must say a big thank,s to Gary Burton of Chase Electrics for all his help over the phone on Sunday:thumbup:.It turned out to be the 50amp plug that needed stripping and cleaning out,so fingers crossed it,s all sorted out now:001_smile: ]]> john and carole http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2434-mains-power-lead.html http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2427-fuses-new-post.html Sat, 04 Sep 2010 13:38:20 GMT can anyone tell me if the fuses under the bonnet would affect the appliencies in my rv ? such as the fridge or any 12v supply....mick:crying: can anyone tell me if the fuses under the bonnet would affect the appliencies in my rv ? such as the fridge or any 12v supply....mick:crying: ]]> sniperfox36 http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2427-fuses.html http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2421-battery-boost-switch-new-post.html Fri, 03 Sep 2010 09:51:37 GMT Can anyone advise. I have a fourwinds windsport 2007 8.1litre lpg/petrol and on my dashboard there is a switch that says battery boost, what does... Can anyone advise.
I have a fourwinds windsport 2007 8.1litre lpg/petrol and on my dashboard there is a switch that says battery boost, what does this switch do ????? any advise please.
Regards Billyfreda ]]> billyfreda http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2421-battery-boost-switch.html http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2420-workhorse-brake-recall-new-post.html Fri, 03 Sep 2010 06:17:20 GMT Workhorse are now rolling out the Brake recall on all W20-W22 chassis, to see if your effected go to http://www.workhorse.com/ login top of page or... Workhorse are now rolling out the Brake recall on all W20-W22 chassis, to see if your effected go to http://www.workhorse.com/ login top of page or register here http://www.workhorse.com/Default.aspx?tabid=104

After you have registered (I put GBR in the zip field) click my workhorse then add my motorhome. Once you have entered all the details, as long as you have entered the Vin No. it will tell you a load of info including any recalls outstanding.

Olley ]]> Olley http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2420-workhorse-brake-recall.html http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2418-abs-light-on-2005-workhorse-new-post.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:52:30 GMT 2005 tailaire siloutte with workhorse chassis

Any advise before I start taking wheels off & cleaning sensors ?
Abs Light has come on, when you start up rv it goes off for a split second then comes back on, have checked 60 amp fuse & have had snap-on obd2 plugged in but this only talks to engine & box
Will this have 4 wheel Abs ?
Rv has stood for about 2 months & has only done 17k
:sad: ]]> andy rob http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2418-abs-light-on-2005-workhorse.html http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2410-which-water-pump-new-post.html Mon, 30 Aug 2010 20:03:56 GMT Hi again, I have what i think is the normal Shurflo Water pump (freshwater) ... Hi again,
I have what i think is the normal Shurflo Water pump (freshwater) (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/AMERICAN-MOTOR...an_Accessories) that I think is delivering low flow / pressure so i am looking to replace it. Water delivery is one UK gallon per minutre from the shower hose (head removed).

The question is which one is the best and easiest to fit. Obviously a direct like for like replacement is easiest to fit but what do you guys do.

Upgrade for a higher flow higher pressure pump or just replace it with the same model.

Advice, as always, appreciated.

Cheers ]]> mikeburke http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2410-which-water-pump.html http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2401-broken-slideout-mechanism-new-post.html Sun, 29 Aug 2010 17:39:13 GMT New RV , first fault. Lounge slideout made horrible noise, checked motor assembly and found broken shaft and gear wheel with 6 teeth missing. Is... New RV , first fault. Lounge slideout made horrible noise, checked motor assembly and found broken shaft and gear wheel with 6 teeth missing.
Is this a one off or a common recurring fault on slideouts.
It is under warranty so no problem although damned annoying :sad: ]]> larryh http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2401-broken-slideout-mechanism.html http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2394-dometic-fridge-not-working-new-post.html Sat, 28 Aug 2010 14:35:31 GMT hi all my fridge freezer has stopped working again put a new dinosaur board in at the start of this year last night went to put it on nothing can... hi all my fridge freezer has stopped working again put a new dinosaur board in at the start of this year last night went to put it on nothing can anyone give me any ideas on what to try first?......mick:cursing: ]]> sniperfox36 http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2394-dometic-fridge-not-working.html http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2387-ss-wheel-liners-new-post.html Thu, 26 Aug 2010 20:43:10 GMT Does anyone have an easy way to get off my SS wheel liners as they seem really tight fitted.thanks Andy. Does anyone have an easy way to get off my SS wheel liners as they seem really tight fitted.thanks Andy. ]]> andy http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2387-ss-wheel-liners.html http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2384-house-gas-question-new-post.html Thu, 26 Aug 2010 16:55:24 GMT *this is a mystery to me but im sure its an easy one for the rest of you....* *the domestic lpg tank valve is open but how do you work the... this is a mystery to me but im sure its an easy one for the rest of you....

the domestic lpg tank valve is open but how do you work the electronic valve to get gas to the hob burners, fridge, heater etc.

i have a vague recollection of the previous owner mentioning a switch on the control panel but there aint one there.

does this happen automaticaly when you turn on the house batteries ?

i have a full set of instruction manuals for all appliances but they are writen in american.....ie jibberish and nothing to do with how thing are operated.
why do american manuals appear to have been writen by 10 year olds as a school excersize?


]]> pappajohn http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2384-house-gas-question.html http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2378-roof-sealents-new-post.html Tue, 24 Aug 2010 21:35:04 GMT I have a fibreglass roof on my RV, and whant to winterize the roof befor winter sets in, so was wondering what the best sealent is for fibreglass? I have a fibreglass roof on my RV, and whant to winterize the roof befor winter sets in, so was wondering what the best sealent is for fibreglass? ]]> motorvating http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2378-roof-sealents.html http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2371-tacho-fault-new-post.html Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:54:11 GMT *Ford chassis and triton V10* *my tachometer only reads up to 1100rpm.....any ideas please ???* *it works fine from idle, around 8/900rpm up... Ford chassis and triton V10

my tachometer only reads up to 1100rpm.....any ideas please ???

it works fine from idle, around 8/900rpm up to 1100rpm then stops and wont go any higher. ]]> pappajohn http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2371-tacho-fault.html