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by wrbrewer
Wed May 01, 2024 10:51 am
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: 2002 26 rsb sway bars and steering stabilizer
Replies: 22
Views: 26264

Re: 2002 26 rsb sway bars and steering stabilizer

I am going to install new tires and decide to try Centermatic wheel balancers. When I chatted with the Centermatic dealer told me to save my money and have the tires balanced. He said the Centermatics are for large RV and tractor trailer truck tires. Has anyone mounted Centermatics on 16-inch wheels...
by wrbrewer
Tue Aug 17, 2021 3:58 pm
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: Allegis Corp Gas Springs
Replies: 1
Views: 2310

Allegis Corp Gas Springs

Our 2011 Rear Bath overhead cabinet doors use Allegis Corp Gas Springs, Model AC 6230 to hold the doors open. Some of the springs are failing. A check of https://www.allegiscorp.com/products/gas-springs site does not show this model. I called their east coast sales office 484-483-2900 and determined...
by wrbrewer
Wed Oct 07, 2020 2:29 pm
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: Death of our Beloved Born Free
Replies: 2
Views: 2200

Death of our Beloved Born Free

On our way home, after a successful hunting trip in the Buffalo Wyoming area, we encountered an engine issue on our motorhome. We eventually stalled, at a rest area on Interstate I 74 east, approximately 21 miles south of Moline, Illinois We called a tow truck and had our rig towed to Anytime Truck ...
by wrbrewer
Thu Sep 19, 2019 1:01 pm
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: Intermittent cruise control engagement
Replies: 4
Views: 8272

Re: Intermittent cruise control engagement

My F450 cruise control works intermittently, generally is will not engage during rainy periods. I was searching on the WWW and came across the following information. More information is available at https://www.zehllaw.com/practice-areas/dangerous-products/auto-recall-lawyers/ford-cruise-control-fir...
by wrbrewer
Mon Aug 13, 2018 6:52 am
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: Anti-Slip Safety Tape on running boards
Replies: 4
Views: 4318

Re: Anti-Slip Safety Tape on running boards

Ben,

Thanks for the offer I need 3 feet of tape. what is the shipping cost and where should I send the check.
by wrbrewer
Wed Aug 08, 2018 12:34 pm
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: Charger/Converter Power Panel Access Door Repair.
Replies: 2
Views: 2872

Charger/Converter Power Panel Access Door Repair.

Thanks for the tutorial on how to attach photos. Attached are the following photos Super Magnets package, magnets installed and the steel screw and washer. I replaced the OEM Magnetek 45 Amp converter, with the Leap'n Lions club recommended Progressive Dynamics PD4645 Charger/Converter. Unfortunatel...
by wrbrewer
Sun Jul 22, 2018 1:55 pm
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: Anti-Slip Safety Tape on running boards
Replies: 4
Views: 4318

Anti-Slip Safety Tape on running boards

The Anti-Slip Safety Tape on the running boards is wearing out. Any recommendations and sources for replacement tape? Any how to tips on cleaning and installation of the replacement tape?
by wrbrewer
Sat Jul 14, 2018 2:56 pm
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: Hard to start Ford V10 Triton engine
Replies: 1
Views: 2318

Hard to start Ford V10 Triton engine

Our 2001 Born Free motor home with a Ford V-10 Triton engine developed a hard starting problem while we were in Alaska. The problem only occurred when the engine was at normal operation temperature and we stopped to fill the fuel tank. I had to engage the starter 3 or 4 times to start the engine. We...
by wrbrewer
Mon May 22, 2017 8:50 am
Forum: Coach Modification & Technical Library Questions & Comments
Topic: Broken Stainless steel valve stem extender brackets
Replies: 1
Views: 5606

Broken Stainless steel valve stem extender brackets

While driving the in Alaska Highway last summer one of rear dual wheel Stainless steel valve stem extender brackets broke. I used duct tape to secure the valve extension to the hub until I could find a replacement mount. We stopped at tire shops along the highway in Alaska and Canada, but none carri...
by wrbrewer
Wed Oct 05, 2016 2:34 pm
Forum: Coach Modification & Technical Library Questions & Comments
Topic: Gas strut helps overhead medicine cabinet door stay open
Replies: 0
Views: 5014

Gas strut helps overhead medicine cabinet door stay open

Gas strut helps overhead medicine cabinet door stay open http://www.bornfreervclub.org/bulletin_board/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=2187&hilit=overhead+medicine+cabinet Based on the, currently locked, article referenced above I purchased two of the recommended Attwood struts. I installed one strut on...
by wrbrewer
Mon Sep 19, 2016 7:54 am
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: SeeLevel II Tank Monitor
Replies: 4
Views: 8052

Re: SeeLevel II Tank Monitor

Thanks for the reply, I apologize you the delayed response, we just returned home after spending over two months driving the Alaska highway. The installation seems relatively simple and will make a great winter project
by wrbrewer
Sun Sep 18, 2016 9:28 am
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: Cyclo Polisher
Replies: 10
Views: 12192

Re: Cyclo Polisher

I am interested in 303 Aerospace Protectant https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00L4TF32G/re ... FHI4&psc=1
for our 24 foot BF. Has anyone used this product and if so how did it work out for you?
by wrbrewer
Sun Sep 18, 2016 8:38 am
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: Born Free Gas Mileage
Replies: 7
Views: 7009

Re: Born Free Gas Mileage

We just returned home after a 12,300 mile drive of the Alaskan Highway and just about every other paved road in Alaska. Prior to the trip I installed an Ultra Gauge, http://www.ultra-gauge.com/ultragauge, mainly to monitor fuel level and information such as remaining fuel in the tank, miles until em...
by wrbrewer
Sun Sep 18, 2016 8:21 am
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: Finally! Another Born Free
Replies: 10
Views: 11369

Re: Finally! Another Born Free

We just returned home after a 12,300 mile drive to Alaska, we saw two BFs during our 60 plus days on the road
by wrbrewer
Wed May 18, 2016 8:25 am
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: SeeLevel II Tank Monitor
Replies: 4
Views: 8052

Re: SeeLevel II Tank Monitor

Did you install the unit yourself? If you did were you able to hide the wires so they are not visible inside the RV?
After almost a decade of use, are you still satisfied with the unit?

Bill

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