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Tire Pressure question
A past discussion regarding tire pressure included a caveat relating to those of us in the northern climates and needing to store or Views for 5+ months......when the unit is going to be stored for ex
A past discussion regarding tire pressure included a caveat relating to those of us in the northern climates and needing to store or Views for 5+ months......when the unit is going to be stored for ex
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Countdown to limp mode
Dennis- LOD is an acronym for “engine loading” or “the percentage of the maximum power available currently being generated....in some vehicles it is the maximum available in the present RPM “ (per Sca
Dennis- LOD is an acronym for “engine loading” or “the percentage of the maximum power available currently being generated....in some vehicles it is the maximum available in the present RPM “ (per Sca
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Gordon
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Countdown to limp mode
Dennis- You may want to check the archives of this group to learn how to utilize the downshifting into 4th and maybe 3rd gears to preserve the integrity of your transmission. I learned as a new owner
Dennis- You may want to check the archives of this group to learn how to utilize the downshifting into 4th and maybe 3rd gears to preserve the integrity of your transmission. I learned as a new owner
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Gordon
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That Kwikee step....
Grease Gun in a Can was recommended to me for use on the steps a long time ago......I have used it for over 10 years and highly recommend it! Gordy 2008 View H Wisconsin
Grease Gun in a Can was recommended to me for use on the steps a long time ago......I have used it for over 10 years and highly recommend it! Gordy 2008 View H Wisconsin
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Gordon
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Numerous fault codes reported.....
In the process of preparing our 2008 View for the camping season this spring, I noticed two codes that came up on the Scanguage, P0107 (Manifold Air Pressure) and P2457 (Exhaust Gas Recirculation). Th
In the process of preparing our 2008 View for the camping season this spring, I noticed two codes that came up on the Scanguage, P0107 (Manifold Air Pressure) and P2457 (Exhaust Gas Recirculation). Th
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Gordon
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Best vibration reducing ideas 24j
A problem with excessive vibration on my 2008 View H was also the coach door which provided a squeak (unlike the rattle of the screen door!). A solution that was shared with me by Byron was to purchas
A problem with excessive vibration on my 2008 View H was also the coach door which provided a squeak (unlike the rattle of the screen door!). A solution that was shared with me by Byron was to purchas
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Gordon
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Humidity in the Northwesr
I have my View in storage from Nov. through April and have used a product called Damp Rid to absorb any humidity in the coach. It simply requires taking off the top cover of a 5-quart plastic pail and
I have my View in storage from Nov. through April and have used a product called Damp Rid to absorb any humidity in the coach. It simply requires taking off the top cover of a 5-quart plastic pail and
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wheel cover simulators
Dave- I have had good success using stainless steel cable ties to keep them in place. You can get them relatively tight using your hands; however, a cable tie “wrench” can help make them extra snug. I
Dave- I have had good success using stainless steel cable ties to keep them in place. You can get them relatively tight using your hands; however, a cable tie “wrench” can help make them extra snug. I
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Gordon
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Chirping from front passenger side
I had a similar sound coming from my 2008 H View. Well-equipped mechanics have a auditory sensors that they can place in various places to determine the source of the sound. I was not as high tech....
I had a similar sound coming from my 2008 H View. Well-equipped mechanics have a auditory sensors that they can place in various places to determine the source of the sound. I was not as high tech....
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Gordon
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Suspension on 2007 Sprinter and 2008 coach.....
We have just returned from a 5500 mile journey to the Pacific Northwest and northern California-a wonderful trip especially in the redwoods. A problem (not new, but very apparent on such a long trip)
We have just returned from a 5500 mile journey to the Pacific Northwest and northern California-a wonderful trip especially in the redwoods. A problem (not new, but very apparent on such a long trip)
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Gordon
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Front shocks/struts??
As has been suggested in past posts, during the RV season, I have kept the tire pressure between 61 and 65 PSI. During winter storage in my shed, I drive on thin pieces of plywood and increase the pre
As has been suggested in past posts, during the RV season, I have kept the tire pressure between 61 and 65 PSI. During winter storage in my shed, I drive on thin pieces of plywood and increase the pre
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Gordon
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Front shocks/struts??
I replaced my rear shock absorbers with Bilsteins three years ago along with new Michelin LTX M/S2 tires. I can't say that the ride appreciably improved. As a matter of fact, I noticed a crack in the
I replaced my rear shock absorbers with Bilsteins three years ago along with new Michelin LTX M/S2 tires. I can't say that the ride appreciably improved. As a matter of fact, I noticed a crack in the
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Gordon
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Coach loss of power when not connected to shore power.....
Byron and Tom- Bingo! My loss of power was due to the battery disconnect switch being shut off.....it must have been done by some gremlins ........or maybe Pup learned how to throw the switch?! Many t
Byron and Tom- Bingo! My loss of power was due to the battery disconnect switch being shut off.....it must have been done by some gremlins ........or maybe Pup learned how to throw the switch?! Many t
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Coach loss of power when not connected to shore power.....
At the conclusion of beautiful camping weather this past weekend, I disconnected from shore power and noticed that the refrigerator had not automatically switched over to gas. Upon checking, there wer
At the conclusion of beautiful camping weather this past weekend, I disconnected from shore power and noticed that the refrigerator had not automatically switched over to gas. Upon checking, there wer
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Cable TV
Tim, I need to turn off the signal amplifier (the little button in the cabinet with a faint light) when I attach to cable. Also, you need to change the "air channel" to "cable" from your menu selectio
Tim, I need to turn off the signal amplifier (the little button in the cabinet with a faint light) when I attach to cable. Also, you need to change the "air channel" to "cable" from your menu selectio
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Discontinued oil??
I was trying to order some Mobil 1 ESP Formula M 5W-40 to change oil in my 2008 View. Several sites indicated that the item was no longer available and a couple indicated it was a discontinued item. A
I was trying to order some Mobil 1 ESP Formula M 5W-40 to change oil in my 2008 View. Several sites indicated that the item was no longer available and a couple indicated it was a discontinued item. A
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Gordon
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Replace Winegard TV antenna
Koert- I can echo Byron's experience with the Jack antenna....I bought one without taking careful measurements. After the easy installation, I proceeded to lower the antenna and one of the rear wings
Koert- I can echo Byron's experience with the Jack antenna....I bought one without taking careful measurements. After the easy installation, I proceeded to lower the antenna and one of the rear wings
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Selling Calmark Cover...
I apologize for putting this posting here because I have previously read that things to sell should go in the "marketbase", but I have searched and have been unsuccessful in trying to locate the marke
I apologize for putting this posting here because I have previously read that things to sell should go in the "marketbase", but I have searched and have been unsuccessful in trying to locate the marke
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Repairs completed under warranty...
I want to extend my gratitude to the likes of Byron among others who are so technically savy and understand the warranty issues of our Views/Navions so completely. After being stranded in the Baltimor
I want to extend my gratitude to the likes of Byron among others who are so technically savy and understand the warranty issues of our Views/Navions so completely. After being stranded in the Baltimor
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Rodent friends...
Placing the moth balls in nylon anklets and tying them in different areas of the engine compartment appeared to do the trick for me in keeping the critters out this past fall and winter. Inside the co
Placing the moth balls in nylon anklets and tying them in different areas of the engine compartment appeared to do the trick for me in keeping the critters out this past fall and winter. Inside the co
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