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Title: Broken Turn Signal Arm
Post by: ROADSTAR04 on August 01, 2012, 04:03:17 pm
Hello to all. Due to an UH-OH the turn signal arm on my 92 U225 is broken at at the pin. Does anyone have any idea where I might find a new one.
 The old girl is running like a charm. Gen-set problem repaired thanks to all your help. Linda and I are having a great time 4 Travlin. Again let me
thank you all for your help and knowledge. Great site.
Robert
Title: Re: Broken Turn Signal Arm
Post by: Jerry Whiteaker on August 01, 2012, 05:14:09 pm
I had that happen, and I have a later model.  I was told that my turn signal arm was no longer available.  It's the dimmer switch for the headlights too.  I used some of that epoxy putty that you can buy in the hardware stores.  Sometimes there is  a display with something stuck together with it.  It worked and that was about 3 years ago.  I intended to file the hardened putty smooth and paint it black, someday maybe.  Not sure if that would work for you.
Title: Re: Broken Turn Signal Arm
Post by: PatC on August 02, 2012, 11:26:08 am
Take a look at these:  parts cruise control - BuyCheapr.com (http://www.buycheapr.com/us/result.jsp?ga=us21&q=parts+cruise+control)
Title: Re: Broken Turn Signal Arm
Post by: ROADSTAR04 on August 02, 2012, 03:37:44 pm
I will try the epoxy. I know there is something else that uses the same T/S arm and switch.
Foretravel made it's own chassis in 92 so it is hard to cross reference.
I have seen this type arm before but I can't put my finger on where.
If i find anything on it I will let ya'll know. Have a great day.
Robert
Title: Re: Broken Turn Signal Arm
Post by: red tractor on August 02, 2012, 09:06:38 pm
I believe that is a douglas steering column and is has been used on many different brands of coaches, should be able to find a switch. Is your steering wheel a tilt , telescope wheel?
Title: Re: Broken Turn Signal Arm
Post by: wolfe10 on August 02, 2012, 09:28:42 pm
Douglas Auto Tech, Bronson MI. (Steering column) 800 773-1440
Title: Re: Broken Turn Signal Arm
Post by: oldmattb on August 02, 2012, 09:41:12 pm
"Turn signal broken - Watch for finger"

oldMattB
Title: Re: Broken Turn Signal Arm
Post by: ROADSTAR04 on August 03, 2012, 01:34:40 pm
Turn signals work fine..plastic lever dangling but can still use signals with metal stub from arm..no fingers yet. Called FOTand MOT referred to United Speedometer but not able to reach yet. Called Douglas Autotec referred back to FOT..Meeting a whole lot of nice folks but apparently Older model Foretravel parts getting hard to come by. Still trying though. Have a great dat.
Robert
Title: Re: Broken Turn Signal Arm
Post by: nitehawk on August 11, 2012, 09:58:41 am
I had positioned the telescoping steering wheel too far down and when I tried to flash high beams by lifting the lever the wheel skirt stopped the travel and I broke the plastic on the turn signal lever. I used JB Weld to put it back together, let it cure for two days (as we were not going anywhere anyway) and it has now held for two trips to Texas and back plus in-state camping.
Title: Re: Broken Turn Signal Arm
Post by: ROADSTAR04 on August 16, 2012, 04:44:25 pm
Hello to all. I used some epoxy on the TS arm and made two trips and it is holding. I am still searching for an original replacement. I may have to go salvage yard hunting. Compiled a list of RV Salvage resources. The search goes on. I will let ya"ll know if I find one. Let me know if I can help you in any way. "Have A Great Day"
Robert
Title: Re: Broken Turn Signal Arm
Post by: wolfe10 on August 16, 2012, 05:06:50 pm
Take a look at these:  parts cruise control - BuyCheapr.com (http://www.buycheapr.com/us/result.jsp?ga=us21&q=parts+cruise+control)

No idea if they have the one for our Foretravels-- would need a part number or at least "what it fits".  But, would be good information to file away. Anyone do more research on this?

Brett
Title: Re: Broken Turn Signal Arm
Post by: Twig on August 17, 2012, 12:38:08 pm
TS012 kit thru Foretravel.
Title: Re: Broken Turn Signal Arm
Post by: John Duld on August 17, 2012, 04:58:12 pm
It's a long shot but have you checked with Encore?