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Does anybody remember the $100 hammers and the $600 toilet seats and the $3000 coffee makers that the government was paying for back in the 80's? Well right after I got my MEP home, I reached out to a company that distributes parts for the MEP's and asked for a quote for the exhaust flap. I...
You guys are awesome! I have it wired and yes, I made sure the wires were clearly marked which also included where the diode was/is connected! Sure is great finding people to ask questions!
While I was taking the old switch out, I didn't notice this jumper. It looks like one is pre-installed on the new switch between 4 & 8. Is that correct? That is how I installed it.
I received my new Master Switch. It is a Version 2 switch by Kraus & Naimer with the blue square base which will be replacing the Version 1 switch with the blue round base. What's the best approach in doing this swap? I see that the wires are marked but before I start disconnecting I will...
I have one of those too (a wife that is) who thinks I have lost my mind in buying this. It's the usual conversation.......What do you 'need' that for and I always have to explain there is a difference between 'needing' and 'wanting'!
Thanks for the great tip! I just checked mine and it seems that fix has not been done. I will get the fuse block and fuse in place before I try to start her up!
I thought about that too. Take some thin stainless and bend to shape. Can someone take some close-up pictures of the exhaust flap on an 803 and post? Seems like 1/8" thick might do it. Any details would be greatly appreciated.
It sure is! The one thing is the exhaust flap is missing so they plumbed the exhaust down. I have been looking for a replacement (original) but have had no luck. Anybody have one I could buy? Otherwise I will be getting a small tractor flap and re-plumb straight up and mount that on top.
For my tow setup, I went to etrailer.com and bought the following components:
https://www.etrailer.com/s.aspx?qry=B%26W+Pintle+Hook+Mounting+Plate+for+2%22+Hitches+-+15%22+Shank+-+14+Hole+-+16%2C000+lbs
https://www.etrailer.com/Pintle-Hitch/Tow-Ready/TR63011.html
The plate is a beast and the...