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Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 07-23-2010, 09:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,735
Posted By johnpeace
I have virtually the same camper, mine's a 1988...

I have virtually the same camper, mine's a 1988 FunMaker (20')

There's a lowering solenoid that you can see if you remove the top cover on the lowering valve housing (the little box with the...
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 07-17-2010, 03:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,920
Posted By johnpeace
The Hi Lo trailer is a fantastic design and...

The Hi Lo trailer is a fantastic design and should definitely be preserved.
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 07-17-2010, 03:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,936
Posted By johnpeace
That's a pretty good guess...but I don't think...

That's a pretty good guess...but I don't think it's that spot-on.

If fluid gets around the piston, you need to have your cylinder rebuilt ASAP. There's not a good enough seal where the ram exits...
Forum: Exterior 07-16-2010, 12:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,218
Posted By johnpeace
I had about the same thing happen and don't see...

I had about the same thing happen and don't see anything 'unsafe' about it.

The cables don't attach to the wood, they bolt to the internal steel frame...so it's not going to affect the structural...
Forum: Exterior 07-15-2010, 03:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,218
Posted By johnpeace
I have the same thing with my 1988...the seals...

I have the same thing with my 1988...the seals have disintegrated and the wood they are fixed to isn't even there anymore.

My plan is to lift the top and rebuild all of the woodwork and replace...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 07-15-2010, 03:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,936
Posted By johnpeace
1. Raising the top while manually holding open...

1. Raising the top while manually holding open the valve to lower the top (found on the pump itself...on my 1988 it's a 3" metal spindle that when held forward, opens the return valve allowing the...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 06-15-2010, 11:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,936
Posted By johnpeace
Sounds like a broken cable on one end to me. ...

Sounds like a broken cable on one end to me.

On the road side of the trailer between the tires (behind the plastic fender cover) you'll find 4 threaded posts with nuts on them protruding through a...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 06-04-2010, 07:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,705
Posted By johnpeace
Excellent! Mine is 20 yrs old, they might...

Excellent! Mine is 20 yrs old, they might warranty it but no dealers nearby.

Glad you got it sorted out!
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 06-03-2010, 06:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,705
Posted By johnpeace
I wouldn't count on it, getting the cylinder on...

I wouldn't count on it, getting the cylinder on and off was a LOT of work.
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 06-02-2010, 09:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,705
Posted By johnpeace
I removed the hydraulic cylinder on mine and took...

I removed the hydraulic cylinder on mine and took it to a shop where it was rebuilt with new seals/fittings. The rebuild cost $100 and it took about a day of my time.

My leak was on the ram end of...
Forum: Running Gear | Tires, Wheels, Brakes and Axles 06-02-2010, 09:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,597
Posted By johnpeace
I have a 1988 Funchaser...it's pretty old and in...

I have a 1988 Funchaser...it's pretty old and in pretty worn out condition.

Where the axels protrude through the wheel hubs there are rubber caps on the ends of teh axels. Under these caps are...
Forum: Running Gear | Tires, Wheels, Brakes and Axles 06-02-2010, 09:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,890
Posted By johnpeace
Got it! It was a bad connection on one of the...

Got it! It was a bad connection on one of the hubs due to a corroded wire!
Forum: Running Gear | Tires, Wheels, Brakes and Axles 04-15-2010, 09:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,890
Posted By johnpeace
Brake short

I'm having brake problems with my old 1988 Hi Lo and am at a loss (and the RV dealership/service center that's been helping me is also at a loss!)

When I got the trailer home from purchase and...
Forum: Plumbing, Water, Tanks and Waste 04-06-2010, 07:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,483
Posted By johnpeace
Replacement toilet

As the thread subject suggests, I'm looking for a replacement potty for my 2088.

Any recommendations?

Looking for value and durability.
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 04-06-2010, 11:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 16,924
Posted By johnpeace
So, if you hear it start right up and run easily,...

So, if you hear it start right up and run easily, are you out of the woods or might there still be damage being done?

When I have it on a 20amp outlet it starts right up with no hesitation and...
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 04-06-2010, 10:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 16,924
Posted By johnpeace
air conditioner power feed

I have a 1988 funchaser that I'm working on getting back into shape after some years of neglect. It's coming along nicely!

I don't have access to a 30amp outlet at home, so I have an adapter on my...
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 04-06-2010, 10:11 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 20,029
Posted By johnpeace
Yes, there's a steel plate threaded onto the end...

Yes, there's a steel plate threaded onto the end of the hydraulic ram. This plate is what slides on the guide rod.

Removing the guide rod allows one to pull the cylinder with the plate attached,...
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 04-06-2010, 09:52 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 20,029
Posted By johnpeace
I finished. Getting that thing off was a...

I finished.

Getting that thing off was a BITCH! Hope I never have to do that again.

It all went back together again easier than it came apart.

Note:

The guide rod is more easily removed...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 04-04-2010, 05:55 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 18,591
Posted By johnpeace
Big mess is right.

Big mess is right.
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 04-04-2010, 05:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,915
Posted By johnpeace
Running lights

I bought replacement amber running lights for my Hilo assuming that it would be obvious how to wire them up.

It's not, and they didn't come with instructions.

I have a green wire and a white...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 04-04-2010, 07:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,121
Posted By johnpeace
I don't know that the guides on the sides should...

I don't know that the guides on the sides should be greased. That would be messy.

If the top won't go all the way, the first thing I'd look at is cable adjustment.
Forum: Cooking and Camp Chow 04-03-2010, 03:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,241
Posted By johnpeace
You'd eat food that was cooked in a ziploc bag? ...

You'd eat food that was cooked in a ziploc bag?

Aren't you concerned about the plastic compounds leaching into your food?
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 04-03-2010, 02:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 10,852
Posted By johnpeace
Lame me... I got so absorbed in the work that I...

Lame me...
I got so absorbed in the work that I didn't take any good pictures.

I did learn a fair amount though, and have it all finished, put back together and working beautifully!

Here are...
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 03-30-2010, 12:20 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 20,029
Posted By johnpeace
I have an 88 Funchaser ('bout the same vintage)...

I have an 88 Funchaser ('bout the same vintage) and am in the middle of a hydraulic cylinder rebuild.

I would imagine my trailer is similarly equipped as yours, with the manual hydraulic release...
Forum: Forum Support | Suggestion Box and News 03-23-2010, 09:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,152
Posted By johnpeace
Sure, it seems like the forum link would be...

Sure, it seems like the forum link would be appropriate on the 'HiLo Clubs' page...that is, after all, pretty much what this is.

Thanks for following up with the manufacturer!
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