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  • Brake Controller Plug Location on a 2014 Coachmen Freelander with Factory 7-Way Trailer Connector
  • The connector that you found under your dash is actually the OBD-II port which is why it doesn't quite match up with a brake controller adapter, like part # 3034-P which fits Tekonsha and Draw-Tite brake controllers. Typically we find on motorhomes that the brake controller plug is up under the driver's side dash, next to the steering column, or under the driver's seat. From what I could find it looks like your 2014 Coachmen Freelander was built on a 2013 Ford E-350 chassis. If you skip...
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  • How To Install Steps on a 2016 Coachmen Leprechaun 317SA
  • I spoke with Lippert about the Lippert Components Kwikee Step Frame 28 Series Step part # LC3747457 and unfortunately, they do not provide any mounting information as this is done through the trailer manufacturer. They did however state that you should not have too many issues so long as the surface in which the steps attach to is sturdy. Please note that the above part is for the frame only, if you need the motor/control board etc. then you would want to use the Lippert Kwikee 38 Series...
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  • What Amperage Circuit Breaker is Required for the Hott Rod RV Water Heater Conversion Kit # DGR6VP?
  • I confirmed with Diamond Group that the Hott Rod RV Water Heater Conversion Kit - Propane to Electric # DGR6VP needs a 15-amp circuit breaker. As far as the wiring for the Replacement Single-Panel On/Off Switch for Atwood Gas and Electric Water Heaters # AT91959, I went ahead and attached the wiring diagram to this answer. You will use the setup that lists your water heater model in the list in the upper left corner of each of the three diagrams.
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  • How Tight Should the Bolts in the MORryde Upgrade Kits be Tightened Too?
  • Though it will depend on which specific kit you decide to go with, I can definitely give you an example. The MORryde Suspension Upgrade Kit for Tandem Axle Trailers - 3-1/8" Long Shackle Straps # MR76ZR will come with all wet bolts. All of the bolts/nuts will need to be torqued to 50 ft.-lbs, as per the instructions. Again, the correct torque may depend on the specific kit you go with, but typically the rating should be listed in the instructions. If they are not, however, let me know...
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  • Can Trailer Pre-Wired For Voyager Camera Use Furrion Camera
  • The plugs are different, but if you like you can still use the Furrion Vision S Wireless RV Backup Camera System w/ Night Vision - Rear Mount - 5" Screen # FOS05TASF. To do this you would need to wire it yourself as opposed to using the pre-wiring for the Voyager system. Otherwise, if you want to use the pre-wiring on your trailer you will need to stick with the Voyager system that works: - Voyager WiSight 2.0 Wireless Backup Camera System w/ Night Vision for Prewired RV - 4.3" Screen...
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  • Correct Way to Angle Lippert Shock Kit on Single Axle Trailer
  • According to the installation instructions for the Lippert Bolt-On Shock Kit w/ Heavy Duty Gas Shocks # LC281255 you need to follow this note: - NOTE: Mount shocks pointing outward (Fig.7) (away from the shackle kit, equalizer and/or center point) to get the best performance from the shocks. So you'll want the bottom of the shock facing the center of your trailer for a single axle application. Your axles should be behind the center of your trailer so I believe you'll want the bottom...
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  • How Does the Autowbrake Electric Brake Controller Work
  • The Autowbrake Electric Brake Controller part # 3430001 is a proportional controller which means it applies the brakes in an amount, proportional to the force of how the brakes are applied in the vehicle. It uses an inertia sensor inside the controller that senses deceleration. The brake light circuit simply wakes the controller up and tells it to start reading the inertia and apply the brakes accordingly.
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  • How To Wire Demco Air Force One Wireless CoachLink with 2 Wire Reed Switch
  • I have attached for you below a diagram of the CoachLink included with the Demco Air Force One Supplemental Braking System with Wireless CoachLink part # DM26VR. It includes the new two wire reed switches.
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  • What Torque Spec Should Be Used For a Karrier 175/80R13 Trailer Tires?
  • There is not really an exact relationship between tire size and lug nut torque specs. The relationship has more to do with the stud size and wheel construction. For example, if you were using this tire with 1/2" lug studs and steel wheels then you will need to torque the lug nuts between 75-85 ft.-lb. I have attached a photo for you as well with more examples.
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  • How to Obtain Brake Light Signal in 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Chassis
  • The ground (cold side) of the brake light signal in a Sprinter can sometimes be found in the wiring above the brake pedal. A high-sensitivity LED circuit tester will be required to test this due to the weak signal strength in this wire. This is due to the low voltages in this vehicle's wiring system. In other cases you may need to install an accessory stop light switch kit # RM-751475 to provide that brake light signal needed to trigger a brake controller like the Prodigy P3 # 90195.
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  • How To Cut Power To the 12 Volt Everchill RV Refrigerator
  • The Everchill RV Refrigerator part # 324-000119 is powered by 12 VDC therefore the power would be run from the unit to the distribution panel most likely. In which case, the best way to kill power to this would be by simply pulling the fuse from the panel associated with this circuit. The panel should be labeled. If you cannot locate the panel you'll need to reach out to the RV manufacturer. If you remove the battery that should cut power to the refrigerator as well but the above method...
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  • Is 90 PSI Rating for 4.80-12 Size Tire Too High
  • If the sidewall of your 4.80-12 size tires say 90 psi then that is what you want them to be when the tires are cold (after they have been sitting for a while like overnight). This is the psi rating that the manufacturer has tested and approved to be safe with the weight rating that is listed on the tire. The psi will actually increase some during travel due to heat build up but the manufacturer has already accounted for this. The 90 psi rating is actually normal for that size tire. For...
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  • How to Install the Lend-A-Hand with a Backing Plate
  • Installing the Lend-A-Hand # AM-200 using a backing plate would disperse the force across a wider area than if simply installed using bolts into the metal/fiberglass panels, so spreading that weight across a larger area is how you avoid damaging the wall. If you can't locate a door stud to install this into, your best bet would be to use a backing plate that was larger than the area that you're installing the handle to; this unit is 24" tall, so I'd recommend using a plate that was at least...
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  • Replacing 15-Tooth Gear on Lippert Slide-Out Gear Pack
  • Replacing the 15-Tooth Gear # LC101941 on your existing slide-out gear pack isn't too difficult at all. Once you access the gear pack (make sure to safely support the slide-out room) it is just a matter of knocking out one of the pins that hold the gear and rollers into place. With the pin removed the rollers and gears will slide right off and you can replace the gear with the new unit.
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  • How To Change the Oil in the 3,200-Watt Portable RV Inverter Generator
  • I have attached for you below the oil change procedure for the 3,200-Watt Portable RV Inverter Generator part # 333-0003 which was pulled direclty from the owner's manual. The owner's manual is attached below for you as well. In order to get all of the old oil out, you do indeed need to tilt the generator on it's side. While you are at it, I'd also check the air filter as well and replace if needed using part # 333-330723578 and the spark plug part # 333-330723557.
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  • How To Switch A MaxxAir MaxxFan Out Of Auto Mode
  • To exit the Auto Mode on your MaxxFan Plus Roof Vent w/ 12V Fan and Thermostat # MA00-04000K press the ON/OFF key. The green LED next to the Auto button will be lit while in Auto Mode and off when in manual mode. If you decide you want to go back in Auto Mode you'll want to press and hold the Auto button once for less than three (3) seconds, three (3) quick beeps will confirm the MAXXFAN has entered Auto Mode and the green LED will light up. I've sent in an update to get the manual...
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  • Brake Controller Port Location on 2019 Coachmen Mirada with Ford F-53 Chassis
  • The factory brake controller port for your 2019 Coachmen Mirada that's built on the Ford F-53 should be located on the left hand side of the steering column support, which is near the emergency brake pedal. I have attached an image that gives a clearer view of this. The Plug-In Adapter # 3035-P that you referenced is the correct harness to allow for a plug-and-play install using this port with a Tekonsha brake controller like the Prodigy P2 # 90885 (great choice) that you were looking at.
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  • Break-away Questions for Roadmaster BrakeMaster System w BrakeAway for RVs # RM-9160
  • Here are the answers to your questions about the Roadmaster BrakeMaster System w BrakeAway for RVs w Air or Air Over Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional # RM-9160: If there is a break-away, how does the air from the RV get capped so I wouldn't lose system pressure? If a breakaway were to happen, the air could blow out the back of the RV. If the air patch cord breaks away at the coupler on the RV then NO. If the patch cord were to break in the middle of the cord itself then yes the air is...
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  • Jensen JWM60A RV Stereo Removal
  • There are screws holding the radio unit in place but they are under the trim piece, that needs to be released first. Please see the attached video showing this at about the 8 minute mark.
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  • How To Install No-Drill Mount Kit for Firestone Air Command
  • I was not able to find any install photos of the No-Drill Mount Kit for Firestone Air Command part # F2612 which is for the Air Command Compressor System part # F2610 but I can tell how it's supposed to be installed from our photos. The two brackets will sandwich the frame via the carriage bolts. One bracket will go on the inside of the frame and the other on the outside. The l-shaped bracket will house the compressor and manifold. I have attached a photo to better assist.
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