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techntrek
Admin Group - pHp Joined: 29 Jul 2009 Location: MD Online Status: Offline Posts: 9059 |
Topic: tool kit Posted: 15 May 2015 at 9:24pm |
And see the longer explanation about NCVTs. See the link in my signature, the first item that pops up.
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Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ Pod instruction manual
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Luv2Q
Senior Member Joined: 30 Aug 2014 Location: Central TX Online Status: Offline Posts: 309 |
Posted: 15 May 2015 at 6:16pm |
Lizpac, sorry to hear your encounters with your dealership have not been as pleasant as they could be.
As for electrical problems being potentially dangerous and your question about whether or not you should be concerned, the answers are "Yes" and "Yes". If there's an electrical problem where you're plugging in at the campground, it can be dangerous to you. Suggest you read the recent thread entitled NCVT (meaning Non Contact Voltage Tester). Cheap, simple little device you can use quite easily. Please DO review that thread.
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John & Teri
Tundra 5.7L V8 / RP 180 E2 WDH / Integrated controller (POS) replaced by Tekonsha P3 |
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Mountainrev
Senior Member Joined: 22 Jul 2014 Location: Eagle, Colorado Online Status: Offline Posts: 193 |
Posted: 15 May 2015 at 6:13pm |
Boy, it sounds like they gave you a very poor walk-through when you purchased, or maybe even none at all. Those are all items that should have been discovered before you left the dealership. But don't sweat it too much about what might happen if something goes wrong on a trip. If something like a water pump failed or the fridge stopped working, you can still keep on camping! If you camped in a tent for years, you can handle a few days in a nice camper without those amenities. Bottom line: Relax! Take notes when you go so you remember what to do or not do next time you go camping. And don't be afraid to ask questions! |
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2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Turbodiesel "I lift my eyes to the hills." |
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lizpac
Newbie Joined: 11 Oct 2014 Location: wa Online Status: Offline Posts: 8 |
Posted: 15 May 2015 at 5:45pm |
thank you!!!
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lizpac
Newbie Joined: 11 Oct 2014 Location: wa Online Status: Offline Posts: 8 |
Posted: 15 May 2015 at 5:41pm |
I read a post about grounding wires and somebody's r-pod being a bit dangerous is this something to worry about? How does one check for that-they really tell you absolutely nothing at the rv place. They treat me sort of poorly.Our first trial run the fridge didn't work, bathroom door kept swinging open, there was a leak under sink, the water pump didn't work it was kind of a nightmare! One step up from our tent camping days. Luckily they are fixing all these things but it is taking 3 weeks... What if we were on our trip. I am crossing my fingers that all will work out! It is a brand new R-pod
Any and all advice is welcome I am feeling like a lone woman in man's territory! Thanks again!! I love that there is a place I can ask questions. Liz-newbie to the r-pod world |
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Mountainrev
Senior Member Joined: 22 Jul 2014 Location: Eagle, Colorado Online Status: Offline Posts: 193 |
Posted: 15 May 2015 at 5:39pm |
I try to check the hubs on my camper whenever I stop for gas or whatever. I just put my hand on or near the hub. They will likely be warm, but if they're too hot to touch, you may have bearings or brakes that are about to seize up. At that point, you probably find a garage or RV place nearby, unless you're prepared to disassemble your hubs/brakes. In 20+ year of pulling campers, that's never happened to me. But it could. And discovering this before they seize up could save you a big headache and lots of money. |
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2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Turbodiesel "I lift my eyes to the hills." |
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lizpac
Newbie Joined: 11 Oct 2014 Location: wa Online Status: Offline Posts: 8 |
Posted: 15 May 2015 at 5:33pm |
how and how often do I check these bearings and brake temps? Not even sure what I am looking for here:)
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Leo B
podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 13 Jan 2012 Location: Lyndonville, VT Online Status: Offline Posts: 4511 |
Posted: 15 May 2015 at 4:01pm |
Definitely a must!! Have plugged several tires over the years!!
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Leo & Melissa Bachand
2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171 |
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techntrek
Admin Group - pHp Joined: 29 Jul 2009 Location: MD Online Status: Offline Posts: 9059 |
Posted: 15 May 2015 at 3:51pm |
I saw a 12 volt air compressor mentioned, I would add a tire plug kit. As long as a puncture isn't in the sidewall or isn't too big, you should be able to get back on the road w/o removing the tire in about 20 minutes.
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Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ Pod instruction manual
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Seanl
Senior Member Joined: 19 Sep 2011 Location: Fredericton NB Online Status: Offline Posts: 633 |
Posted: 14 May 2015 at 3:31pm |
I try to keep it small. Socket set (small 3/8 inch drive) Multi Screwdriver, Battery powered impact wrench, 1/2 inch drive Torque wrench with select sockets, hammer (never know when you will have to hit something), small pry bar. I am going to add a couple of breaker bars this year as I needed one last year and had to do with putting a pipe on my rachet and that is not good for them. I also have a 6 inch level.
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Sean, 2011 Rpod RP-173,2009 Jeep Liberty Rocky Mountain Edition
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