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Identifying Remaining Issues (Future DIY Projects)

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Former Million Dollar RV TRUE Cost of Ownership: My 1996 Newell Coach Experience! (10K Miles So Far)

What happens here

The presenter lists several outstanding issues and future DIY projects for the motorhome: 1. **Rear Airbags:** He still needs to replace the rear airbags. 2. **Tires:** New tires are needed, especially for the flat-spotted tag tires. A good tire costs approximately $400-600. 3. **Turn Signals:** The turn signals do not flash when headlights are on, requiring manual clicking of the stalk (likely a bulb socket issue from its old Ford headlights). 4. **AC Units:** The front and rear AC units are not blowing cold, but this is a low priority as the center and roof units provide sufficient cooling. 5. **AquaHot:** The diesel-powered portion of the AquaHot heating system has stopped working, but since the electric element still provides hot water, this is also a low priority. 6. **Leaky Fuel Tank:** The 300-gallon fuel tank has a leak when filled beyond half capacity. The presenter discovered it stops leaking below half, so he currently avoids full fill-ups, but plans to fix it to utilize the full range. 7. **Air Leaks (Supply Side):** Ongoing air leaks on the supply side of the air system need fixing to improve ride quality and prevent the air compressor from running constantly. 8. **Steering Wheel/Pedal Position:** The driving position is uncomfortable for his 6'5" height, with the pedals too close. He plans to modify the seating and pedal position to mimic a truck's ergonomics, which would involve moving the pedal forward and potentially fixing a disconnected air seat. 9. **Alignment:** A full chassis alignment is pending until all air leaks are resolved and the suspension can hold air consistently. He emphasizes that he prioritizes fixes based on his needs and what directly impacts his racing endeavors.

Goal: List and describe pending maintenance and improvement projects.

Tools and materials

  • AC Units — Planned repair for non-cooling units
  • Air Seat — Planned repair for disconnected seat air supply
  • Air System Components — Planned repair for supply side air leaks
  • AquaHot Diesel Burner AquaHot — Planned repair for hot water system
  • Bulb Sockets — Potential fix for turn signal issue
  • Fuel Tank — Planned repair for leak
  • New Tires — Replacing worn and flat-spotted tires
  • Pedal Assembly — Planned modification for driving ergonomics
  • Rear Airbags — Planned replacement for improved suspension

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terrible. You can do it with regular hand tools, the main thing is to have a large wrench to unscrew those old air fittings, because they are very massive. Large tools are required to work with this technique. I also learned that you don't have to remove the front wheels for this. I removed the wheel from one side to make the first side, then realized that wasn't necessary. So I did the second side without it. I just picked it up, climbed in there, and did everything right. Um, but you'll need big stands, like a 20-ton with a lock, to work safely. Do not climb under the machine unless it is secured. When I lift mine, I fully inflate the pneumatics. I put the stands on, and then let the air out so the car rests on them. It stands on stands. I don't... She's not there for security. She constantly stands on them so that she doesn't move anywhere, because it scares me a lot. And now about the costs of all this. When it broke down on the side of the road and I had to fix it, it cost $500: calling Jeremy, diagnosing, buying parts, and everything else. That's not including the fuel pump, which I was forced to buy elsewhere even though it wasn't needed. Watch the video if you want to see that fiasco. I spent 500 bucks on that mess , but at least I have extra contacts, so now I have them . Um, I invested about a thousand dollars in a front air suspension. I still need to replace the rear cushions. This is not critical, but it needs to be done. Um, I need new tires. There are a few bald spots on the extra rear wheels. I think the previous owner really scuffed the front tires once. Of course, not intentionally. You wouldn't flat a tire on purpose, but he bought new ones up front and put the old ones back. And they, well, they're pretty annoying. I never noticed it until someone else drove me while I was working on the computer. But, um, when you're ahead, you hardly feel it. And when you're at the back of the dinner table, it's, well, completely uncomfortable. So I need to do that too . As far as I can see, all of these switches work, for example, the fast idle—it works well . Here you have the controls. Um, the engine brake solenoids are not working. I haven't bothered with repairs yet because I do n't think it's necessary. Hmm, I'll do it anyway. Maybe I'll turn to old Jeremy and we'll figure this out together. Yes, this, this is going to happen. There is an air compressor switch here. Um, the drain valve on the sidewalk side is disconnected. The previous owner…

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