Friday, December 8, 2017

Generator Fixed

Friday, December 8, 2017

Woke up to 14 degrees this morning.  Luckily, the wind was minimal, so didn’t feel too bad when I took Yuma for his first walk of the morning.  He runs like the wind to warm up in his sweater.  Without the corn, it looks desolate.  Nothing to stop the winds during the winter out there.

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Every Thursday, Dolly, Fergie and I go over to our youngest son, Jim’s house and have dinner with him, Sarah and our youngest grandson, Keaton.  Dolly started doing this last winter while I was gallivanting around the southwest.  We continued after I returned.  Fergie and Dolly are all dressed up for dinner.

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I mentioned in my last blog the generator didn’t start and made an appointment at Cummins to have them fix it.  While talking with the receptionist, I asked what all they did at their shop.  She said everything except glass and tires, so I now have a shop nearby that will fix anything on the MH.

So, I had them fix the generator, fix the steps that would stick all the time and fix the generator remote switch inside the cab.  It was not working at all so I was having to open up the generator panel and use the switch on the generator to start it each time which was a hassle.

As I thought, the generator was fine, but the negative cable had rusted and was loose along with several other wires.  They replaced the bad wiring and serviced the generator.  The steps needed a good dose of rust penetrating  lubricant.  Now everything works great!  The total cost was $502.28, most of it labor.

I have one more item to take care of before the MH is ready to go.  The rear dual tires are only four years old, but they have cracks in the sidewalls.  I will call the tire shop tomorrow and have them checked out before driving 4400 miles this winter.  Don’t want tire problems.

See you later.

11 comments:

  1. Yikes... I'm so glad I'm handy with that kind of stuff. One of the reasons we've been able to keep on going the last ten years is fixing our own mechanical problems.

    Glad that it's cold everywhere.. makes it a little more bearable...

    www.travelwithkevinandruth.com

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    1. I agree, Kevin. I was thinking maybe $200 and was shocked when I got the bill. Probably won't go back.

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  2. I remember someone telling me years ago tires were the cheapest insurance one can buy and I am inclined to believe that. I think tires are always one of any RV'ers biggest concerns.

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    1. You're right, Al. I don't have any monitors so really need to be cautious. I know I will feel better.

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  3. Yuma really enjoys running in these brisk mornings!

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  4. What a lovely picture of Dolly and she has got Fergie all dressed up cute. I think Yuma is jealous and wants you to put some of those doggy reindeer antlers on his head and take a Christmas picture for your blog !!

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    1. Thanks Moonfly. Not sure Yuma would go for the antlers. Good idea though.

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  5. That little Fergie is adorable in her outfit, Dolly too! Sometimes you just gotta pay to get things fixed, we have to do it all the time..especially with out 97 Money Pit..but isn't that one of the reasons we worked all our lives, to be able to enjoy and let someone else do the work? haha.. Tires are a big expense but better now than on the road. Your morning temps are hanging right in our area, but our afternoons are in the 40's but in the sun seems warmer..Have a great day!

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    1. Thanks Shirley. Glad Ken is healing okay. You're right about the expense. This is the only one in four winters so I can't complain. Got my tires so I'm ready to go for number five.

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  6. Hi Doug, hope the expensive generator repair and tire situation haven't put too big a crimp in your travel budget. You are probably staying home with Dolly and enjoying your family thru Christmas. Seems like they are cold out there - but you usually get down around Yuma where there is plenty of sun and warmth. Still looking forward to following your adventures and fun times with Yuma in the desert. Merry Christmas !! 🌵🐢🐕🌷🌞

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    1. Thank you Moonfly. I'm getting ready to go. You have a Merry Christmas!

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