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Main Forum => Tips and Tricks => Topic started by: Ron Dittmer on January 19, 2018, 08:55:49 am
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Greetings To The Phoenix Cruiser Family and To Those Considering A Phoenix Cruiser
Here is my compilation of Tips and Tricks I have written since Phoenix started the forum in early 2009. I put this together to make it easier for myself and others to find them. Maybe you will find some interesting and applicable to your PC or other motorhome.
Keep in-mind that my Tips and Tricks apply directly to a 2007 PC built on a 2007 Ford E350, model 2350 with no slide out. Some will not be applicable to different models and more recent models. Also understand that I am a miser by nature, always trying an affordable alternative to repair or improve things. They are not necessarily the easiest method and in some cases, not the best method. They are simply a low cost method that worked for me.
If you plan to purchase a brand new PC and you wished a new one had something I modified on my rig, ask the factory. They can accommodate various special requests.
Ron Dittmer
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1) Ron's Tips For Class C /B+ Shoppers
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,1911.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,1911.0.html)
2) How To Add A Link To A Website, In Your Post Or Reply
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2697.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2697.0.html)
3) Improvements & Enhancements, 2007 PC-2350
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,8.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,8.0.html)
4) Resolving An Irritating Squeak In Cabinet Above The Cab
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,3024.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,3024.0.html)
5) Doubling Drawer Storage Of Galley Base Cabinet
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,1751.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,1751.0.html)
6) So Your Ford Died And Won't Start. First Try This.
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,1141.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,1141.0.html)
7) If Struggling With Your 2350 Rear Corner Bed, Consider This
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,1695.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,1695.0.html)
8) How To Avoid Tow Vehicle Bucking
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,1697.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,1697.0.html)
9) Rear Compartment Lined With Outdoor Fabric
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2467.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2467.0.html)
10) A Low Cost Heavy Duty Rear Sway Bar For The Do-It-Yourself-er
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,155.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,155.0.html)
11) Evaluation Of Tire Gauges For Accurate Readings - Reduce Risk Of A Tire Blow-Out
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2798.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2798.0.html)
12) Solved Chronic Microwave Oven Loosening Then Rattling
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2486.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2486.0.html)
13) Windshield & Van Door Window Sun Shades - Cheap, Effective, Easy To Use & Store
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2513.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2513.0.html)
14) Ever Wonder What A No-Slide-Out Dinette Looks Like?
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2842.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2842.0.html)
15) How To Determine If Your Ford Is "Keyless Entry" Ready
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,1145.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,1145.0.html)
16) More 12V Outlets For Us With The Older Ford Chassis Design
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2233.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2233.0.html)
17) Adding Features To Our Older Style 2007 Control Panel
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2234.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2234.0.html)
18) Inspect Your Roof, It Might Need A Touch Of Caulk Here And There Like Ours
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2239.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2239.0.html)
19) What Is That Banging I've Been Tollerating For The Past 3 Years?
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,232.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,232.0.html)
20) Need The Strength Of "THE HULK" To Work Your Shower Head? If So, Read This.
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2241.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2241.0.html)
21) Does Your A/C Unit Run Exceptionally Noisy? If So, Read This
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2570.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2570.0.html)
22) On-Vehicle Tire Repair
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,1038.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,1038.0.html)
23) An Affordable Roof Vent Cover For People On A Budget
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2939.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2939.0.html)
24) Is Your Hot Water Not Working On 110V? If So, Read This
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,92.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,92.0.html)
25) Hand-Held Bug Zapper, Fun & Effective
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,1850.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,1850.0.html)
26) Tuning-Up Your Heavy Duty Stabilizer Bars
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2991.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2991.0.html)
27) Converting Interior Lighting To Low Power Warm LED Lighting, Very Affordable
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2186.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2186.0.html)
28) Reinforcing Your Norcold Fridge Door Hinges
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2187.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2187.0.html)
29) Those Two Screws In The Middle Of The Entry Door Threshold
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,77.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,77.0.html)
30) How To Test Your Suspension. Does It Need Heavy Duty This & That?
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2094.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2094.0.html)
31) When Was The Last Time You Checked Your Roof A/C Cover?
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2932.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2932.0.html)
32) Converting From Two 12V Batteries To Two 6V Batteries
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2092.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2092.0.html)
33) Ford Engine Power-Robbing Assembly Mistake, Easy For Anyone To Check For
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2931.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2931.0.html)
34) Putting Up Awning While In A Real Bad Storm
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,615.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,615.0.html)
35) Low Cost Macerator Pump Replacement (Saved A Pile Of Money)
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2086.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2086.0.html)
36) Tip On Battery Care
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,1433.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,1433.0.html)
37) Conserving Battery Reserves Without Shore Power
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,73.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,73.0.html)
38) Repairing Older Kitchen Faucet, Leaks Under Handle When Water Is On
http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2906.0.html (http://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php/topic,2906.0.html)
39) Adding Storage Tube For Backup Manual Sewer Dumping
https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=3332.0 (https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=3332.0)
40) Stabilizing Dinette Table (Table With Two Poles)
https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=3365.msg28453#msg28453 (https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=3365.msg28453#msg28453)
41) Adding A Kitchen Towel Rack
https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=3379.0 (https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=3379.0)
42) So You Are Thinking Of Buying A Motor Home
https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=3555.0 (https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=3555.0)
43) Replacing Shock Absorbers That Failed And Why
https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=3580.msg30529#msg30529 (https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=3580.msg30529#msg30529)
44) Fresh Water Accumulator Tank Benefits and Installation
https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=3592.msg30812#msg30812 (https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=3592.msg30812#msg30812)
45) Affordable Replacement Mattress, Made To Any Size And Shape
https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=3796.0 (https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=3796.0)
46) Installing Softer Front Springs For A More Comfortable Ride
https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=4168.0 (https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=4168.0)
47) Added A Propane Tank Shield From Rear Tire Splash.
https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=4422.new#new (https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=4422.new#new)
48) Replaced Steel Wheels With Alcoa Alloy Wheels
https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=4360.0 (https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=4360.0)
49) Loaded The 5-Star Tune
https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=5018.0 (https://forum.phoenixusarv.com/index.php?topic=5018.0)
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Ron,
Thanks for the tip page, have enjoyed the reports since 2013 when I got my PC 3100. Have put some to work myself. Hope to meet you someday. I will be going to the rally in Sept. hope to see you there. Keep up the good work
Jim
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Thank you Jim for your reply. It is good to read that people find my Tips & Tricks useful.
I have never attended a gathering of PC owners......I am so "itching" to attend one.
The trouble with Irene and me is that it is so hard to get out with our PC. We average one 3 to 4 week RV trip a year that is squeezed into our busy lives. I thought retirement would open up opportunities of which it has with our other vacationing methods like cruise ships and world travel. I did end up maintaining my profession on a part-time contract basis which further complicates trip-scheduling. At least my work has been funding our travels so far.
Maybe one of our RV trips will one day fall within a PC gathering, both schedule and location. It would be awesome to meet fellow PC owners.
Ron
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Ron,
I understand, I retires 15 years ago and the started working part time doing what I did before, but I put in a conduction on my contract, that if I wanted to going RVing then I could go without any problems, Been with the save company for 14 years and they still are OK with the agreement we made. So good luch on getting more travel time. I live in Peoria, so if you ever find yourself near by let me know and we can meet.
Jim
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Added: Sewer Hose Storage Tip
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Added: Stabilizing Dinette Table (Table With Two Poles) Tip
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Added Kitchen Towel Rack
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Added "Replacing Shock Absorbers That Failed And Why"
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Added "Fresh Water Accumulator Tank Benefits and Installation"
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Added "Affordable Replacement Mattress, Made To Any Size And Shape"
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Added: "Installed Softer Front Springs For A More Comfortable Ride"
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Added on 5/18/2021 to the original post: Added A Propane Tank Shield From Rear Tire Splash.
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I added a few more at the bottom of my original post.