Well, we made it to our first destination, Eagle Nest NM. Great area. While driving, some questions came up that I hope you can answer:
1- Where is the hazard switch? I have looked and do not see one
2- Where is the washer reservoir? I wanted to clean the windshield but when I pushed the button on the smart wheel, nothing happened. I want to check this before looking at the pump
3- When I drove the coach home from MOT, I believe the compressor cut in is around 90 with cut out at 120. However, it looks like it is 100 and 120 respectively. As some know from my other thread, I did put new rear brake chambers and added a Brakemaster tow system which uses air. Could this have changed the in/out?
I did suffer a casualty today while towing. The rock guard hook broke through the steel bar on one side and was drug for a time. The other one was close to breaking too. The rubber part and part of the metal FORETRAVEL is now ground off due to the ground. Fortunately, I caught it before it broke. I can drill next to the broken holes to remount it but I will need to get another at some point. I'll get some pics tomorrow .
Bottom side of the steering column. It's small and hard to see.
100 and 120 is fine. Pressure range between cut-in and cutout is supposed to be around 20 psi but it can vary a bit more or less. Don't worry about it.
http://www.plazafleetparts.com/uploads/2/1/9/0/2190100/d-2_governor_maintenance.pdf
The air pressure regulator is called a D2 regulator and sits on top of the engine driven air compressor. So you didn't mess anything up.
Stop worrying.
Reservoir is in 1st compartment under drivers seat. Pump should be on reservoir
Keith
Thanks for the info! To clarify, I am not worrying though, I am a new owner who is still learning FTs, specifically mine and asking questions about how it operates. Every vehicle has it's "quirks and features" and it takes time to learn these.
I appreciate the info from all. I found the hazard switch, seems very 80s GM-ish.
Here is a pic of the rock guard. It's kinda heavy for those that have removed/replaced theirs. The metal is the kicker, I do like that badge. I guess I could cut the other side to look like that angle so it matches :) Anyone have experience with the brush/broom type? I see those a lot, they have to be lighter.
Seems someone was foolish enough to put the holes for the links too close to the edge.
Use a longer or bigger link next time and put the holes for the links further inboard from the edge of the metal bar,
I removed mine. One day maybe I'll replace it, but have no issues with it being gone
Re: mounting the rock guard, I added a second fastener on each side. The original ones are sturdy but the guard is heavy and $$.
Re: windshield washer reservoir, I added a second spray pump to give a little more push to the spray. It was easy to do because the reservoir had a pre-made position for a second pump. I assume it might have been made that way to accommodate mounting the pump in a more accessible spot. If yours is different, a second pump might be mounted in series with the first.
Pump is within circle. The second pump is not in the picture but is mounted further back.
http://www.napaonline.com/en/p/BK_6651616?cid=paidsearch_shopping_dcoe_google&campaign=GSC-Wipers-Accessories&campaign_id=11144648135&adgroup_id=108188083086&adtype=pla&gclid=EAIaIQobChMItZG4uunt8gIVhLjICh1giQU3EAQYASABEgIS_fD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds&
The Hula-skirt style tends to throw small bits at the tow car and won't stop rocks and other larger debris. They are more for show that function.
Exactly! I will call and see how much the metal part is or the whole shebang if the metal cannot be had separately. I fear it will be pricey though. If you can get the rubber, making one should be easy and not expensive.
Washer ressie is empty, I need to get some fluid and then test how well it works.
Without the original rock guard, how will SOB owners know what kind of coach is sonic booming past them on hills?
Haha! Out of curiosity, how fast do you go? I did between 60-64. I passed maybe 2-3 vehicles but the speed limits were 70-75 usually
The metal can be had separately, look for my post Mud Flap for details.
Mud flap (https://www.foreforums.com/index.php?topic=43026.msg432423#msg432423)
70 is my limit, and I'm happy to go slower if that's what traffic is doing. Rarely do I pass except on steep grades when all the other big rigs are slowing way down.
Our towed is limited to 65 mph when being towed. That's fast enough for me, too. Actually, I'd prefer keeping it to about 60, but the Detroit likes it a bit faster.
Our usual diddling along speed was about 62 - 65. That seemed to be the "sweet spot" for the coach and got us where we wanted in good time. UNLESS ... we were heading to ANYwhere to get out of west Texas. Then, Mr Wonderful put his foot to the floor and went as fast as he could.
It is the journey, not the destination. If you go too fast you miss the great stuff out the windows!
Part of the joy of owning an RV is learning all the quirks of it's personality.Ill wager there are many more discoveries to be made.