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Francis Sparling commented on Don Olson's blog post Loose Pipe Fix
"The gray pipe is possibly polybutylene used between 1978 to 1995. Discontinued due to issues. I have it in a camper and need to open all faucets when hooking up to a water source otherwise the bathroom faucet hose will start leaking. Other than that…"
Mar 2, 2021
Don Olson replied to Daniel Long's discussion 110V issue
"Do you disconnect shore power before starting gen? Mine won't start while on shore power."
May 18, 2020
Don Olson replied to Russell E Johnson's discussion Westcoast RV Recycling And Sales in WA.
"Gone"
May 11, 2020
Don Olson replied to Bud n Julie's discussion 1977 Winnebago Brave Dodge 440 Engine Won't Start!
""rebuilt the carb"... Hornets nest."
Apr 26, 2020
Don Olson replied to Bud n Julie's discussion 1977 Winnebago Brave Dodge 440 Engine Won't Start!
"Please post compression readings per cylinder wide open throttle, 6 compression strokes. Sounds like slipped timing chain. Never "throw parts" at an engine to try and solve a problem. Ask me."
Apr 26, 2020
Don Olson commented on Don Olson's blog post "Easy" Loose Pipe Repair
"Placed vice grips lightly over pipe, just tight enough to not slip over clamp ring. Hammered back on carefully after warming up pipe."
Apr 26, 2020
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Apr 26, 2020
Don Olson commented on Don Olson's blog post Loose Pipe Fix
"Warmed up the pipe (feed to bathroom hot) placed vise grips lightly over pipe just tight enough not to slip over clamp ring. A few whacks later...Success!"
Apr 26, 2020
Don Olson posted a status
"Plumbing issue today. Heard water pump run for a second this morning, then again about a half hour later. Started searching for a wet spot."
Apr 26, 2020
Don Olson commented on Don Olson's blog post Found Fuel Filter
"Did some "body work" on the SS hose/pipe. Opened it up at least 40%. Removed filter and replaced with 1/2" hose. No more crapping out on hills!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Repair complete!"
Apr 24, 2020
Lakota Wolf commented on Don Olson's blog post Found Fuel Filter
"Its the little things that get ya,, you have a good eye, and glad you caught that. Hope your future travels go better,.   Thanks for sharing the pictures..."
Apr 24, 2020
Don Olson posted a status
"Took out the filter (already one over the engine) worked for an hour opening up the kinked stainless steel fuel line. Success!"
Apr 24, 2020
Don Olson posted a blog post

Found Fuel Filter

Searched the entire fuel line system for a filter.Hidden between the propane tank and the frame, I find the bugger... finally.Not only do I find the filter, but I find a kink in the steel hose which was apparently caused when someone moved the propane tank to access the filter. This is why this rig was crapping out on the hills. Guaranteed.Wonder how long the last owners put up with that??…See More
Apr 23, 2020
Daniel Long commented on Don Olson's blog post Monitor Transmission State
"Glad to hear you have a fix in! Doing my latest Allegro rig once the bits come in for the fronts. Hoping for some warmer weather do it. It snowed a bit this am as well."
Apr 18, 2020
Don Olson commented on Don Olson's blog post Monitor Transmission State
"Did not mention tight clutch pack clearances (0.35) with no wave plates are the ticket in a motor home. Shifts are strong and quick with no bump, slam or hesitation."
Apr 18, 2020
Don Olson commented on Don Olson's blog post Monitor Transmission State
"NEW HOSES SOLVED THE PROBLEM!!"
Apr 18, 2020

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1987 Holiday Rambler Imperial 33
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Don Olson's Blog

"Easy" Loose Pipe Repair

Had a bit of a leak that started this morning. Could hear the water pump doing short cycles about once an hour.

Posted on April 26, 2020 at 1:08am — 1 Comment

Loose Pipe Fix

Posted on April 26, 2020 at 1:02am — 2 Comments

Found Fuel Filter

Searched the entire fuel line system for a filter.

Hidden between the propane tank and the frame, I find the bugger... finally.

Not only do I find the filter, but I find a kink in the steel hose which was apparently caused when someone moved the propane tank to access the filter. This is why this rig was crapping out on the hills. Guaranteed.

Wonder how long the last owners put up with that??…

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Posted on April 23, 2020 at 9:41pm — 2 Comments

Monitor Transmission State

Had to include monitoring of critical readings for "new" tranny.

Posted on April 10, 2020 at 2:21am — 10 Comments

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