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General Repair / delamanation on outer wall of slide out
Last post by rw0483 -3
General Repair / Re: Need Service Center in North Charlotte NC Area Diesel Eng. and Chassis Maint.
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Around the Fire Pit / Re: New to CC
Last post by eneria12 -Hi all,
We're Mark and Susan, AKA "Team Snark", and we recently purchased my parents' 1997 Intrigue 36' with 325HP from them as they're in their 90's and less ambulatory than they used to be. The coach gave them many years of joy, but spent the last 4 years in storage. We're hoping to get a few years' use from it before downsizing to a Sprinter-based 24', so we're tackling all the deferred maintenance and upgrading where possible.
So far we have:
- Replaced the aged-out and cracked Michelin tires with new Hankook tires
- Replaced wiper blades and got new windshield washer hardware to install
- Replaced failed Intec backup camera and monitor
- Replaced all florescent bulbs with LED (most with ballast-delete versions)
- Purchased 2 replacement exterior light housings from CC Oregon
- Had oil changed and radiator flushed
- Replaced leaking Haldex level-control valve, but now the coach rides low in that corner, needs adjusting. Looking for pointers here...
- Replaced failed rocker switch for bathroom light
- Purchased radio - old one missing
- Managed to damage a passenger side awning arm, so need to replace it...
We have a list of things we'd like to do, including switching the house batteries to Lithium Ion, adding solar panels, replacing the old TVs with smart TVs that will run off our Starlink WiFi, getting rid of the acrylic bug shield that's no longer transparent and contemplating adding a Super-C/"big rig" style front bumper for peace of mind, and thinking about taking out the cloth driver-side sofa to make room for a sit-stand desk to work remotely.
Regards,
Mark & Susan
2007 Intrigue 100158
Sounds like you're making great progress on the upgrades! For the low ride on the corner after replacing the Haldex valve, it could be an issue with air pressure or the air springs not properly adjusting. I'd recommend checking the air suspension system and the ride height sensors. Sometimes recalibrating the system or making sure the compressor is working properly can help. As for the rest, upgrading to lithium batteries, solar panels, and smart TVs will definitely make your travels more comfortable and efficient. And turning that sofa space into a sit-stand desk sounds like a smart move for remote work!
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Chassis/Engine Repair / Re: Fan Controller for c-13 cat
Last post by GregoryOConnor -60 of the The Bluebirds share this hydrostatic fan drive that Eaton and CountryCoach developed for EPA requirements. We also shar in non existing fan controllers. Our systems use 24volts of pulse width to control fan speed but the idea is the same. I am building a controller to sell that can be programmed in C++ which is a common computer program. If you wish we can discuss the two fan systems. here is a fan controller I built for a customer to get things going and collect need in out effort to find the absolute best fan speeds.
https://youtu.be/y6wv999ouXs?si=h76LW0iDDi3_d7jI
here is an article from CountryCoach and Eaton about the fan system I believe you have
Greg 951-830-5997
Fleet Compliance California CARB Trucksmog.com
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General Repair / Re: Water filter location 2002 Affinity
Last post by lanyardmeek -Just purchased a 2002 CC Affinity 42 Bed and Breakfast and I can't find the water filter. Any help on it's location would be greatly appreciated.
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Country Coach Talk / Re: Air leveling vs Hydraulic??
Last post by John Barry -To help avoid wind movement when parked I drop the coach to empty the air springs before I level - if the ground is fairly level the coach will sit on the rubber spring bumpers instead of riding on an inflated air bag. This cuts way down on rocking but it's still not as steady as hydraulic jacks.
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Country Coach Talk / Re: NEW!! Help with some cracks on a Magna I'm looking at!!! (Read 2 times)
Last post by John Barry -Obviously there has been some movement to cause those cracks. The passenger side crack appears to have been filled with a patch material in the past. Obviously that patch failed.
On my Magna the front of the coach skin is supported by a network of square tubing. IF the front end has been impacted it's quite possible that supporting structure was damaged. You wouldn't see this from the outside although those cracks may be an indication of a lack of support underneath. I would suggest you look closer at the supporting structure to see if there is damage to that area.
If you have a front run box with the front roll out generator it's pretty easy to inspect that area. Otherwise you will need to crawl under the front lip.
Good luck!
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General Repair / Re: 2008 intrigue 530 - Does anyone know where the tow board/ tow fuses are located.
Last post by Easton -Hi, I am looking for the tow board or tow fuses for my 2008 Intrigue 530. I only have the left turn working on my towed vehicle. The wiring cable from the 7 pin to the towed shorted and have have no side lights, no brake lights and no right turn signal.
I understand you're experiencing issues with your 2008 Intrigue 530's towing electrical system, specifically with non-functional side lights, brake lights, and right turn signal on your towed vehicle. Given that the left turn signal is operational, it's possible that the problem lies within the tow board fuses or related wiring.
Tow Board Fuse Location:
In many Country Coach models, including the Intrigue series, the fuse block for the tow board is typically located in the engine service bay at the rear of the coach, often on the passenger side. For instance, in the 2004 Allure model, it's positioned at the top of this bay. It's advisable to consult your owner's manual for the precise location in your 2008 Intrigue 530.
Wiring Considerations:
Since your wiring cable from the 7-pin connector to the towed vehicle has experienced a short, it's crucial to inspect the entire length of this cable for damage. A shorted cable can cause fuses to blow or even damage the tow board. After replacing or repairing the damaged cable, ensure all connections are secure and free from corrosion. Go to website
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Country Coach Talk / NEW!! Help with some cracks on a Magna I'm looking at!!! (Read 2 times)
Last post by Smp440 -I need some help understanding if this is normal wear and tear. Or is this a deeper issue that will return because of unseen or underlying problems (water damage or abuse or something else).
Sorry I couldn't get the site to correctly load the images so I'll just share the Google share link...
This first image is of the drivers side front cap at bottom of windshield between windshield and the second window I see a crack. Not sure if it is paint or fiberglass??? Serious or fixable and wont have further issues???
IMG_20250228_142015.jpg - Google Drive
This second Image is on the passenger side. The visor where it meets the front cap is cracking pretty bad. Again fixable and no further worries or from deeper issues???
IMG_20250228_142908.jpg - Google Drive
If I purchase, it would be something I plan to keep long term. So I want to know if these problems are going to get worse or if its just from over the years of sun beating on the gel coat?
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Mike