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Broken Turn Signal Arm

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
Robert
95 U280 Grand Villa

Re: Broken Turn Signal Arm

Reply #1 –
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.
Jerry Whiteaker former owner 96 U270  36' #4831 Austin,TX-Owner Mods LCD TV w/front cabinet rebuild - LCD TV bedroom - Dual Central AC, either can cool coach w 30 amp - Skylights at roof AC openings - Drop ceiling for ducting of AC - Shower skylight white gelcoat/wood/epoxy frame - Air Springs/Shocks replaced - 2014 CRV - 8K Home Solar - Chevy Volt

Re: Broken Turn Signal Arm

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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
Robert
95 U280 Grand Villa

Re: Broken Turn Signal Arm

Reply #4 –
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?
previous 1984 35 ft ORED 250 HP 3208 Cat       
previous 1998 40 ft U295 CAI 325 hp Cummins
previous 2003 40 Ft u320 build #6140 450 Cummins M11.                                                         
1999 Mazda Miata
Ron, Nancy, Tipper the cat, Max The dog
1997 U 270 36 ft build number 5174 8.3 Cummins

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Reply #5 –
Douglas Auto Tech, Bronson MI. (Steering column) 800 773-1440
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

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Reply #6 –
"Turn signal broken - Watch for finger"

oldMattB
Matt B
1998 u-320

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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
Robert
95 U280 Grand Villa

Re: Broken Turn Signal Arm

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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.
Nitehawk,  Demolition Lady, & our NEW master, Zippy the speeding BB cat.
1989 Grand Villa 36' ORED
Oshkosh chassis, 8.2 DD V8
2006 Saturn Vue AWD

Re: Broken Turn Signal Arm

Reply #9 –
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
Robert
95 U280 Grand Villa

Re: Broken Turn Signal Arm

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Quote from: PatC –
Take a look at these:  parts cruise control - BuyCheapr.com

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
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

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Reply #11 –
TS012 kit thru Foretravel.
1994 U280, Build 4490
Deming, NM.

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Reply #12 –
It's a long shot but have you checked with Encore?
John Duld
1995 U320C SE 40'