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General Discussion / Re: 3 Different 6V Batteries At Sams Club, November 2025

« on: April 11, 2026, 06:20:04 pm »

Tin, on my 2552, I pulled my tray, flattened the front lip to give me the needed length, removed the hasps,(no longer needed), swapped out my rails to a set with 500 lb capacity and lowered them as far as they could be installed. This gave me  just over 11” of clearance in height and plenty of length.  The two slots where the hasps used to grasp are perfect for an adjustable tarp strap, (Home Depot), that holds the tray solid. The 500 lb rated sliders run smooth as glass. 

The original Battery Tray is fabricated with anemic drawer slides that were never intended to support anything bigger the smallest kitchen cabinet.  i have owned two Phoenix Cruisers and had to rebuild the battery box on both. 
The battery box needs a shield to block road debris, kicked up by the rear tires, from entering the compartment and burying the batteries with sand, salt, and slime.  Also, the box needs to have height added. And the door slide strengthened with replacements rated to several hundred pounds.  I am using slides rated for 350 lbs   

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General Discussion / Re: Introduce Yourself!

« on: February 28, 2026, 02:56:21 pm »

Welcome to the Phoenix Cruiser Owners Circle.  Judging by your considerable background with the camping experience and familiarity with a variety of vehicles, in the past, there is little to be told that you don't already know. 

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General Discussion / Re: Air ride seats?

« on: January 15, 2026, 07:48:46 pm »

Although replies to this discussion have dwindled, I doubt there is a sudden lack of interest in the subject.  Replacement seats are a constant thought among those of us who drive our PC's long distances. Why just replace upholstery fabric, when the factory seat is inadequate?
The Air Ride style replacement seats are available without pneumatic adjustments.   Lumbar support, seat support, angle adjustment are all controllable mechanically.
My question is about concern over mandatory safety features built into the vehicle.  Anyone know how to replace factory installed seats and retain airbag sensors?

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General Discussion / Re: 3 Different 6V Batteries At Sams Club, November 2025

« on: November 27, 2025, 09:44:35 pm »

My experience with the battery box compartment is gained from having issues with two Cruisers.  The battery compartments trays are not positioned low enough and the drawer slides are too feeble.  Why those considerations were incorporated in the original design is anybody's guess.  Leaving the compartment open to debris further suggests there wasn't much design effort.
I modified the battery compartment height on the first cruiser to provide adequate clearance for the battery posts.  I lowered the tray to allow 6v Marine batteries.
The second, which is my current PC, needs battery compartment attention to replace the drawer slides.  I am going to lower the tray and install new drawer slides.   The prior owner had installed 12v batteries to solve the clearance problem.  The tray slides bind.  When forced open with the amount of extreme effort necessary, expelling the tray is a frequent hazard.   The stops are broken and unrepairable. 
There is an alternative offered by their successor that I think Phoenix Cruiser should consider

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General Discussion / Re: Tri-fold sofa

« on: November 01, 2025, 01:06:29 pm »

While the Tri Fold Sofa Bed is the solution for maximizing space and providing a cozy place to rest, the functionality is improved with a must-have upgrade to the legs.  Without writing an article delving into the features and shortcomings of the Tri Fold Sofa Bed mechanism, let me report having discovered the light gauge support legs are too frail.   
First thing I noticed after the purchase of a low-mileage PC2100 was that the sofa legs were bent.  Obviously straightened and failing again, one side was misaligned and dragging.  And, probably, stressing the motor as the wheel transitioned the floor surface and on to carpeting.
The legs are attached to the bed frame with bolts, making them simple and easy to remove.  I did that and submitted them to a welding shop to have straightening and double thickness bracing added.

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General Discussion / The best older motorhome brands

« on: June 21, 2025, 11:51:06 am »

Very interesting summary of reasons to support Phoenix Cruiser.  In the world of RVs, it’s important to remember that longevity is influenced by a multitude of factors. First off, the materials used, and construction technique play a significant role. RVs made from high-quality materials like fiberglass tend to withstand the elements much better than those constructed from lower-grade materials.
Our PC currently has accumulated 107,000 miles and just completed a roundtrip of over 5,000 miles.  I am happy to report it is holding together. 

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Adventure Anywhere / Re: Phoenix cruiser sighting today

« on: May 26, 2025, 09:24:36 am »

Currently on mile 3,4xx of a cross-country road trip east from Oregon that started more than a month ago. Haven't seen another Phoenix Cruiser on this trip. Actually, it seems as though the number of RVs, of any description, seen traveling is below that experienced in prior years. 

Contrastingly, the number of RVs parked by individuals and sporting "For Sale" signs is certainly remarkable

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Adventure Anywhere / Alaska Road Conditions

« on: May 20, 2025, 08:39:36 am »

The State of Alaska has a multi-million dollar website:   https://511.alaska.gov/map   The URL launches an interactive map of the state and offers information, including some "live cameras" that portray current road locations. There is an updated comment about Northway describing current highway conditions as "POOR".

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General Discussion / Sorry about the mirror

« on: May 18, 2025, 09:33:12 am »

I suspect incidents of the mirror falling from the mounting clips is more common than owners are willing to admit on the Forum. Upon taking possession of our used Cruiser, i noticed the mirror being loose in the brackets.  Tightening the mounting screws had caused the bearing surfaces to erode. The screw holes were " wallowed" 

I replaced the original screws with longer versions and monitor their grip. If necessary, I'll use a bigger diameter

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Adventure Anywhere / Road Conditions

« on: May 17, 2025, 05:09:16 pm »

The area lacking attention is across the 200 mile stretch most prone to permafrost.  Last year, when the destruction/construction project was begun, the roadbed was being excavated.  As we were driving in a new, half ton pickup truck it was raining,  the ruts were not only deep - they were made slippery with the clay like soil becoming slimy. 

No place for a motorhome.  Low ground clearance of a RV and the inclination to become high dead centered being the big risk.  Dragging lower storage compartments, tailpipe hangars, and damage to suspension were secondary to the threat of getting stuck.

Now, a year later, the construction season is being resumed, and a season of winter neglect has to be overcome

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Adventure Anywhere / Current Highway Conditions

« on: May 16, 2025, 07:00:24 pm »

Friends who just returned to Alaska, via the ALCAN, report the 300 mile long section of the highway between Destruction Bay and Northway is in "horrible" driving condition. According to them, worse than in 1965 when they first drove here.   A road destruction project, that was already underway at this time last year, continues and made worse.

RV owners themselves,  they are currently driving a new SUV and claim, that currently, the road is unsuitable for motor home travel.

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General Discussion / Re: How to make the screen door more visible

« on: April 22, 2025, 05:53:00 pm »

I can attest to the durability of such a work around.  Did ours with colored yarn two years ago. 

My wife likens the technique to embroidery. Depending on how creative you want and how much time to spare, the sewn image can be very artistic. 

The screen operation is unimpaired and the image remains intact.

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General Discussion / Re: Who is going to the Wisconsin Dells mini rally late May?

« on: April 21, 2025, 02:12:19 pm »

We have our Phoenix Cruiser 2350 stored in NE Oregon.  And we are flying there this week to start a cross country thrip that includes Wisconsin.  We would like to meet other PC Owners.

Any advance publicity on the event, other than that shared on FACEBOOK?

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General Discussion / Re: Phoenix Cruiser Mini Rally 2025

« on: April 21, 2025, 01:20:48 pm »

I wonder if events are being planned.  I don't have any information.

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General Discussion / Re: Who is going to the Wisconsin Dells mini rally late May?

« on: April 18, 2025, 10:01:25 am »

Don't even know there is one scheduled