Drew Callahan Drew Callahan · June 1, 2026
Key Takeaways The Cummins ISL 8.9L engine in the Tiffin Allegro Bus has six primary coolant leak points: the water pump weep hole, coolant filter housing, EGR cooler, charge air cooler, hose connections, and freeze plugs.A cooling system pressure test…
Drew Callahan · June 1, 2026
Key Takeaways Most Jayco models — including the Eagle, Jay Flight, North Point, and Pinnacle — use either Lippert Schwintek in-wall or Lippert rack-and-pinion slide systems, each requiring a different replacement motor.Identifying the correct motor requires locating the system type…
Drew Callahan · May 31, 2026
Key Takeaways Most Thor Class C and Class A models — including the Chateau, Four Winds, and Quantum — use Lippert/Solera power awnings with a replaceable 12V DC cover motor (Lippert part number 266149, also cross-referenced as 373566).Thor awning cover…
Drew Callahan · May 31, 2026
Key Takeaways Most Thor Motor Coach Class A models — including the Venetian, Aria, Tuscany, and Palazzo — use the Lippert Schwintek in-wall slide-out system as their primary slide mechanism.The Schwintek system relies on dual IG-42 gearmotors and rack-and-pinion gear…
Drew Callahan · May 30, 2026
Key Takeaways Entegra Coach motorhomes — including the Aspire, Cornerstone, Anthem, Accolade, and Odyssey — are factory-equipped with SHURflo or Aquajet 12V diaphragm water pumps rated between 3.0 and 4.0 GPM.The freshwater pump is typically located in a basement compartment…
Drew Callahan · May 30, 2026
Key Takeaways The Newmar Dutch Star hydraulic leveling and slide-out system uses the HWH hydraulic platform, which requires periodic filter and fluid changes — typically every 2 to 3 years or 10,000 miles.HWH-approved fluid for most Dutch Star applications is…
Drew Callahan · May 30, 2026
Key Takeaways The Jayco North Point fifth wheel is factory-equipped with a Suburban SW-series water heater, available in both LP gas and dual-fuel (LP + 120V electric) configurations.The most common Jayco North Point water heater repairs include thermostat/ECO replacement, heating…
Drew Callahan · May 29, 2026
Key Takeaways Newmar Dutch Star models (2016–2022) equipped with Cummins ISL 8.9L or ISB 6.7L engines require fuel filter replacement every 15,000–25,000 miles or annually, per Cummins service guidelines.The fuel system includes two serviceable filters: a primary fuel filter (secondary…
Drew Callahan · May 29, 2026
Key Takeaways A Tiffin Allegro generator not getting gas is most commonly caused by a failed fuel solenoid, a weak or dead fuel pump, a clogged inline fuel filter, or a low-tank vapor lock condition.Onan QG 5500 and QG 7000…
Drew Callahan · May 28, 2026
Key Takeaways Winnebago diesel pushers like the Forza and Journey use full air brake systems — not hydraulic — meaning the vehicle cannot move safely until system pressure reaches a minimum of 100 PSI.A properly functioning air dryer (typically a…
