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Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 07-24-2016, 06:15 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 12,839
Posted By MtnCamper07
Thanks 73Argosy... I think I have no choice but...

Thanks 73Argosy... I think I have no choice but to get at these from behind the panels. A mechanic friend saw the TT today and said the same thing. He cautioned me to always use a piece of plywood...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 07-24-2016, 08:55 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 12,839
Posted By MtnCamper07
Paintless dent removal

As you can see from the photos I have a few dents to repair also. The dents in the rear were there when I bought the As, the dents in the front are new - a tree branch broke off during a storm and...
Forum: Pendleton Edition 07-23-2016, 02:33 PM
Replies: 377
Views: 71,740
Posted By MtnCamper07
I like it... feels like being in a cabin. That...

I like it... feels like being in a cabin. That works for some, not for others. I too don't care for the etched glass and trim on the seats either. Plain is better (no logo). I do love the...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-04-2015, 01:52 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,555
Posted By MtnCamper07
I wish I had known more... I didn't really think...

I wish I had known more... I didn't really think fixing my fridge was an option, especially in light of the leaky (and later discontinued) valve. I have made some calls and may be able to find a...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-29-2015, 03:14 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,555
Posted By MtnCamper07
I can't do that any longer... when you pay the RV...

I can't do that any longer... when you pay the RV dealer to 'dispose' of your fridge, they remove the entire unit and pull the doors off. They also cut the circuit board off, rending it unuseable. ...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-22-2015, 09:48 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,547
Posted By MtnCamper07
My aluminum is not polished (been sitting for a...

My aluminum is not polished (been sitting for a bit). I don't know if that helps or not. I'll have to try this as it would save much time. If not, I will have to remove interior cap to access...
Forum: Refrigerators 05-20-2015, 02:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,211
Posted By MtnCamper07
The local AS dealer doesn't care to service TT...

The local AS dealer doesn't care to service TT unless you purchased yours from them. Great business model; great service! Read the thread "service in Denver" and see what I mean. Even though they...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-20-2015, 02:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,547
Posted By MtnCamper07
I have tow dings on the end caps - one on each...

I have tow dings on the end caps - one on each side. I'm sure no one likes this... just like no one likes getting door dings on a new car. I hope to be able to park the TT indoors before long... at...
Forum: Belly Pans & Banana Wraps 05-20-2015, 02:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,293
Posted By MtnCamper07
It finally stopped raining yesterday; now I need...

It finally stopped raining yesterday; now I need to let it dry out a bit. I'll post some pics of the repairs as I go. Thanks
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-19-2015, 05:53 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,555
Posted By MtnCamper07
Gene I picked up the rig yesterday. Just...

Gene

I picked up the rig yesterday. Just in time to drive home in the rain (actually, it's been raining here for almost one week). The only items completed on my checklist were the bearing...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-19-2015, 04:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,547
Posted By MtnCamper07
Foiled Again I do not have hail damage...

Foiled Again

I do not have hail damage but do have some dings left by PO. Can Jackson Center give estimate simply by providing some photos? I have several other small issues that they might...
Forum: Belly Pans & Banana Wraps 05-19-2015, 12:05 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,293
Posted By MtnCamper07
Re-Pete Thanks so much for this... I'll...

Re-Pete

Thanks so much for this... I'll look at the links and do my homework. I know plenty about load ratings - indispensable when purchasing tires for my 1-T truck. You need to consider the...
Forum: Refrigerators 05-18-2015, 11:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,211
Posted By MtnCamper07
Update: I took my TT to have an...

Update:

I took my TT to have an inspection... then I learned that all they do is try to light the furnace, light the stove, etc. They don't stop to troubleshoot or tinker with anything unless...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-14-2015, 12:26 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,555
Posted By MtnCamper07
Gene - after looking at your post again, it would...

Gene - after looking at your post again, it would appear I'm just a bit closer to Jackson City than you are! I hadn't really consider that as an option but perhaps it may make more sense to have...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-14-2015, 12:24 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,555
Posted By MtnCamper07
Gene My TT has now been at Camping World...

Gene

My TT has now been at Camping World for almost one month. I asked them to perform routine inspection and repack wheel bearings. Bearings, no problem (but then I got a surprise as the...
Forum: Belly Pans & Banana Wraps 05-14-2015, 10:50 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,293
Posted By MtnCamper07
CWF Quick reply to 'tiretorial...' ...

CWF

Quick reply to 'tiretorial...'

I did not know what ST stood for but I did know that you can only install tires of the same diameter on the same size rims (e.g., 15" tires on 15"...
Forum: Belly Pans & Banana Wraps 05-13-2015, 01:58 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,293
Posted By MtnCamper07
Re-Pete Thanks for your reply. As the...

Re-Pete

Thanks for your reply. As the body panel (sheet aluminum) is ultra thin, I don't think that will be a problem. A funny things happens when you are an AS person... you begin reading...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 05-13-2015, 11:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,676
Posted By MtnCamper07
I have a 30' Excella with rear bedroom. ...

I have a 30' Excella with rear bedroom. Recently, I took it to an RV dealer to have a routine inspection and yearly service performed. The inlet for the city water supply is located on the rear of...
Forum: 1990 - 1993 Excella 05-13-2015, 11:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,895
Posted By MtnCamper07
Hint: sometimes, when I cannot get my caulk gun...

Hint: sometimes, when I cannot get my caulk gun to fit into a tight or awkward space, I will attach a small piece of rubber tubing (surgical tubing works well) on the tip of the tube and use it to...
Forum: Refrigerators 05-13-2015, 11:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,211
Posted By MtnCamper07
Here is a photo showing the base where the unit...

Here is a photo showing the base where the unit will sit. And can anyone tell me where the water lines go to? I am sure it is a holding tank, but which one?
Forum: Refrigerators 05-13-2015, 10:57 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,211
Posted By MtnCamper07
The replacement fridge that I would like to...

The replacement fridge that I would like to install in my TT is 4" taller than what I had originally. There is no replacement of a similar size - my only options are either a smaller size or a larger...
Forum: Belly Pans & Banana Wraps 05-13-2015, 10:44 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,293
Posted By MtnCamper07
Re-Pete - how did you form the curve for the side...

Re-Pete - how did you form the curve for the side of the aluminum sheet? Could you form the curve by bending it gently over a piece of pipe (beginning with 4", forming the curve shape, and gradually...
Forum: Belly Pans & Banana Wraps 05-13-2015, 10:40 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,293
Posted By MtnCamper07
The photos I tried to upload yesterday would not...

The photos I tried to upload yesterday would not upload (format too large). Below are some additional photos that should detail the damage. Can anyone tell me the gauge or thickness of aluminum...
Forum: Belly Pans & Banana Wraps 05-12-2015, 06:52 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,293
Posted By MtnCamper07
Another photo... last batch did not upload...

Another photo... last batch did not upload properly
Forum: Belly Pans & Banana Wraps 05-12-2015, 06:50 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,293
Posted By MtnCamper07
Tire blowout and Unerbelly repair

Re-Pete

Thanks. I had no intention of letting the regular (non-AS) shop do the work... I was simply checking and trying to get a handle on costs. I am a contractor and can attest to how people...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-12-2015, 06:37 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,555
Posted By MtnCamper07
Dakota Although you began this thread...

Dakota

Although you began this thread some time ago, I wish to reiterate the comments you made about Windish. I went there two years ago to purchase some parts (typical replacement stuff,...
Forum: Belly Pans & Banana Wraps 05-10-2015, 04:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,293
Posted By MtnCamper07
I purchased my TT from a PO who also had similar...

I purchased my TT from a PO who also had similar blowout. Not sure if taking my rig to an RV shop is the answer... I had them inspect my TT, repack bearings, and install a new fridge - it's been...
Forum: 1990 - 1993 Excella 05-01-2015, 10:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,239
Posted By MtnCamper07
No, I didn't. I guess I started reading other...

No, I didn't. I guess I started reading other people's replies and lost track of the date...
Forum: 1990 - 1993 Excella 05-01-2015, 12:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,327
Posted By MtnCamper07
At times, we all do dumb things... it's part of...

At times, we all do dumb things... it's part of being human. (But then there are those of us who really excel at this and they likely end up on American's Funniest Home Videos or some FAIL show). ...
Forum: 1990 - 1993 Excella 05-01-2015, 12:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,239
Posted By MtnCamper07
You mentioned that turning on your lights is a...

You mentioned that turning on your lights is a bit a drain on your electrical system. True. Then there is the fact that the bulbs get hot and, in some cases, can melt holes into the plastic covers...
Forum: 1990 - 1993 Excella 05-01-2015, 12:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,794
Posted By MtnCamper07
I'm not certain, but those pipes should have been...

I'm not certain, but those pipes should have been 1 1/2" diameter. If this is the case, this type of rubber connector (with hose clamps) can be found at virtually any hardware store in the plumbing...
Forum: 1990 - 1993 Excella 04-30-2015, 11:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,895
Posted By MtnCamper07
I have a similar issue... I need to replace the...

I have a similar issue... I need to replace the electric vent fan over the shower. The PO had the cover come off and then never did anything about it. We do get some weather but then it tends to be...
Forum: 1990 - 1993 Excella 04-30-2015, 11:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,563
Posted By MtnCamper07
I have an Excella '31 and I think it's ideal. ...

I have an Excella '31 and I think it's ideal. But, I must admit, I have also kept my eyes open for a possible '34! I just try to be a bit more careful when making turns or backing up. Towing is a...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 04-30-2015, 06:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,272
Posted By MtnCamper07
Here is another shot of the dent... perhaps the...

Here is another shot of the dent... perhaps the lighting on this pic will help show the size/depth of the dent better.
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 04-30-2015, 06:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,272
Posted By MtnCamper07
237497 237498 I have a couple of...

237497

237498

I have a couple of dents on the upper rear of my TT left as a gift by the PO. I thought I would include some pics to see if you might look at them and give an opinion as to the...
Forum: Our Community 04-27-2015, 12:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,591
Posted By MtnCamper07
Interesting discussion... I have a 30" TT and I...

Interesting discussion... I have a 30" TT and I like it a lot. I do a fair amount of towing and I find the size/length/weight of my TT to be ideal. I also have a Ford F350 PSD, so the combined rig...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 04-26-2015, 10:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,463
Posted By MtnCamper07
I see the stains from your photos... were you...

I see the stains from your photos... were you ever able to identify where the water was coming from? Although the plywood looks stained, it does not appear to be rotten. My excella is a 93 and...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 04-26-2015, 09:57 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,266
Posted By MtnCamper07
Mixter, I am a contractor and have been...

Mixter,

I am a contractor and have been in the business for more than 20 years. Pex is definitely the way to go. Pex has virtually replaced all other plastic pipe (PVC is now mostly used for...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 02-27-2015, 03:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,823
Posted By MtnCamper07
I use the Danish oil on both my bed (made of...

I use the Danish oil on both my bed (made of teak) and the cabinets in my TT. If the wood is really dry, you may need a second coat. Here in the mountains is can be very dry over the winter months,...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 02-27-2015, 03:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,817
Posted By MtnCamper07
Aquinob: Great pics... looks like you did an...

Aquinob: Great pics... looks like you did an great job with your cabinets.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-27-2014, 10:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,190
Posted By MtnCamper07
68 TWind - I was not aware that the fiberglass...

68 TWind - I was not aware that the fiberglass tub could be painted. Mine is ok but nice to know. Thanks for the info.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-20-2014, 07:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,093
Posted By MtnCamper07
If I understand you correctly, and there is no...

If I understand you correctly, and there is no hanger or mount on which the upper side of the cabinets are attached to, then the only thing holding the cabinets to the wall would be the lower wall...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-20-2014, 07:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,237
Posted By MtnCamper07
Great detail and awesome craftsmanship!

Great detail and awesome craftsmanship!
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-11-2014, 10:14 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 856
Posted By MtnCamper07
Wanted: Upper end cabinet for 1993 Excella

I am seeking to replace the end cabinet, next to the street side overhead cabinets, in my 30' 1993 Excella 1000. I believe this cabinet could be from any 1990-1996 Excella. If the door is included,...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 08-11-2014, 09:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,817
Posted By MtnCamper07
drboyd - I am in construction and have quite a...

drboyd - I am in construction and have quite a lot of experience remodeling kitchens and baths for people. The first question I would ask you is: what condition are you cabinets in? Good, Fair, Poor?...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 04-04-2014, 08:57 AM
Replies: 521
Views: 78,599
Posted By MtnCamper07
Very nice looking rig (if it does need some...

Very nice looking rig (if it does need some cosmetic work, one can't tell from the photos)! Best of luck!
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 03-30-2014, 09:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 899
Posted By MtnCamper07
Mike - Thanks! I'll check this out on Monday and...

Mike - Thanks! I'll check this out on Monday and see what I can find. I appreciate the response.
Forum: Refrigerators 03-30-2014, 09:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,211
Posted By MtnCamper07
Thanks. I'll call them on Monday to see if I can...

Thanks. I'll call them on Monday to see if I can solve this problem.
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 03-30-2014, 12:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 899
Posted By MtnCamper07
Shower vent

The vent located to the right of the fan (see pic) appears to be in good shape but the filter or screen located on top (to keep bugs from getting in) is torn and almost gone. What is this part called...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 03-30-2014, 12:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 899
Posted By MtnCamper07
Question about shower vent

I noticed that the cap to the shower vent was missing but the handle and screen are still there. When I stood on a ladder and looked inside, I also noticed that the fan was missing. It appears the...
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