Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
10-17-2011, 04:48 PM
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Replies: 71
Views: 41,364
I regret to inform that we are no longer FF...
I regret to inform that we are no longer FF owners. We have moved up to a 2304s Rockwood Ultralite. We enjoyed the FF while we had it, but needed a bit more room in the biffy, and walkaround queen...
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
12-08-2010, 07:27 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 4,634
rear carrier
howdy calgarian,
wish you luck in your project. view your outcome with great trepidation. both my independent welders looked under my 2009 189fbs and said it would be insanity to put even a bike...
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Forum: Fun Finder Community
11-28-2010, 09:29 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,847
Keeping Warm
I should add that in addition to keeping the front window cover closed during colder weather, I cut a cardboard template the same size as the window. It sits between the window and the outside...
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
11-12-2010, 12:30 PM
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Replies: 71
Views: 41,364
Mods
Bob,
Aftermarket couch: Camping world has a nice model, leather, light beige that would fit nicely into your space. I think a bit pricey, 1000.00 or so. Whatever it is, they call ours a...
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
11-07-2010, 11:03 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 4,529
propane fitting
This is very good news. The BBQ that came with our 189FBS is fatiqued, so I went on the hunt to find another that would adapt to the quick connect fitting on the side of the trailer. First place I...
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
11-07-2010, 10:58 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 7,040
water purifier
correction on my last post for cost of aftermarket water pressure regulator. It should read $35 to $40, not $350
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
10-30-2010, 08:12 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 7,040
water filter
You can purchase a water pressure regulator that will increase the pressure into your trailer safely. It is about 5 lbs more (45 psi) than the once that comes with your trailer. They are a bit...
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
10-25-2010, 04:11 PM
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Replies: 71
Views: 41,364
mods
Ditto on shower head, replaced the flimsy ends on the sofa with actual wood facing, ditto on Tornado Flush kit. First one I ordered was had such an anemic jet I thought it was over 60 yrs old...
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Forum: Fun Finder Community
10-25-2010, 04:01 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,970
potential owner
With two children, you may wish you looked at the 21'. No appreciable difference in weight. We have owned a 189FBS for two full season now. We are quite satisfied, particularly with towability...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
10-11-2010, 05:32 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,083
Viewfinder
Thx for input deerslayer. We have moved on looking for a model with a bit more room.
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
10-09-2010, 08:58 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 6,862
skylite in BR
When I bought our 189FBS, there was a hairline crack in the skylite. They were going to repair it on warranty, but I asked them to replace it with a common screened vent with the lid that cranks up...
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
10-09-2010, 08:54 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 4,634
rear storage
Sorry guys, the factory says uh uh on installing anything on the rear of a bumperless FF. I took mine to two welders in the hope of installing a bike rack. Firstly they said the job would be...
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
10-09-2010, 08:50 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 7,040
water water filter
Your incoming water pressure may drop when you install the filter. Ours was reduced to the extent that there was not enough pressure to have a shower. We now buy water for drinking.
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
10-01-2010, 10:50 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,863
winterizing
Glad to be of assistance.....its what these forums are all about. The Funfinder setup for winterizing is very well laid out. But sometimes when you first look at all the fixtures and hoses, it can...
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
09-30-2010, 10:16 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,863
Winterizing.
Funfinder could not make it easier. I do my entire 189FBS with ONE gallon of antifreeze. You should not only have a hotwater heater bypass, but you should have another tube with an inline valve. ...
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
09-24-2010, 07:10 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 4,127
battery disconnect
You mentioned a battery disconnect switch on your first post. Don't know if there was one on 2007. Mine is a 2009. It is located inside the front right storage area, against the wall facing the...
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
09-23-2010, 03:47 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 4,127
Battery Disconnect
This is a handy little switch, but I think prone to problems. On mine, I had trouble activating the switch. Turns out the fuse at the battery was shorting out. They replaced it with a breaker.
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
09-23-2010, 03:41 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 3,171
Fix Slide
I agree with the advice you got. The FF techs should be able to realign your slide to fit properly. I am one of the large "silent majority" that have had little or no problems with my FF 189FBS,...
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
09-23-2010, 03:34 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,304
Rear Bumper
Good luck on installing a rear bumper. I took my 189FBS to two different welders who flat out told me I was dreaming in technicolor. There is nothing to anchor a bumper to. They said it might be...
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Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles
09-04-2010, 07:57 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 3,187
V8 or V6
Howdy,
We have done extensive towing in mountain passes with our 189FBS and Trailblazer which has an inline 6. This engine is known for torque and handles the most rigorous climbs although we do...
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Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles
09-03-2010, 09:52 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 3,187
Opinion
Opinion........about what!!!!!!!
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Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles
08-30-2010, 12:20 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 2,335
21' Viewfinder
****URGENT****
Anyone out there towing a Viewfinder. Am looking and need input.
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
08-30-2010, 12:19 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,713
21' Viewfinder
****URGENT****
Anybody out there towing a Viewfinder. Am looking and need input.
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Forum: New Member Introductions
08-30-2010, 12:18 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,083
21' Viewfinder
*****URGENT*****
Anyone out there towing a Viewfinder. Am looking and need some input.
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
08-24-2010, 09:59 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,221
fridge
condensation is quite normal as is icing over a long time period. i bought one of the small battery powered fans that sits on the bottom shelf and moves the cool air around the fridge. it seems to...
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