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Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 08-06-2021, 11:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,309
Posted By JohnAZ
This is what works for me after initially having...

This is what works for me after initially having problems:

1. Follow manufacturer's and other posts on this forum for lubrication and cleaning of the operating hardware.
2. Maximize the DC...
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 07-03-2021, 01:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,018
Posted By JohnAZ
I don't know the the history of the Seneca roof...

I don't know the the history of the Seneca roof mounted satellite antenna versions, but I've read that some years had trouble with the in-motion dishes. Mine has an Eagle II controller and it only...
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 07-03-2021, 11:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,018
Posted By JohnAZ
I had similar difficulty with our 18.5 HJ. No...

I had similar difficulty with our 18.5 HJ. No Tv and no Dish connection to the receiver or TV. Found cables swapped, one disconnected. All behind the Fireplace in the HJ. Now park cable TV...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-09-2021, 12:46 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,151
Posted By JohnAZ
Tow or Toad?

My experience with the F150 Ecoboost 4x4 is that it is an excellent towed vehicle, but too light to tow a serious RV trailer.
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 05-23-2021, 06:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,838
Posted By JohnAZ
Brian, My battery tray only extends about 4"...

Brian, My battery tray only extends about 4" until the cable length stops it. The problem cable is the B+ that runs up to the starter solenoid. I checked it end to end, cable routing and mounting...
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 05-23-2021, 04:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,166
Posted By JohnAZ
We had the same problem with our 2018. The seals...

We had the same problem with our 2018. The seals don't have enough grip to stay on the glass without adhesive. Used rubbing alcohol to clean up the glass edges and seal grooves, then a thin bead of...
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 05-21-2021, 11:13 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,016
Posted By JohnAZ
This year we went from a tow dolly for a Cherokee...

This year we went from a tow dolly for a Cherokee fwd, to flat towing a F150 4x4. Lots of recommendations for Jeep Wrangler (et al Jeeps) and Ford F150 as superior Toads. Has to be a F150/250/350...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 04-20-2021, 07:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,655
Posted By JohnAZ
Air brake connection to Roadmaster supplemental system

This thread is kinda stale but it asked the question I had. On my 18.5 Seneca, which has ABS, it looks a little complicated but once you locate the right or left air relay valve there is an unused...
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 03-13-2021, 12:57 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 25,197
Posted By JohnAZ
Update, these "Faults" came with the Test Data...

Update, these "Faults" came with the Test Data that comes with Blue Fire, not my rig...
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 03-13-2021, 12:51 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 25,197
Posted By JohnAZ
Finally made it in at Freightliner, coolant hoses...

Finally made it in at Freightliner, coolant hoses to DEF tank were found swapped on our 18.5 Seneca. I didn't have BlueFire up or Scan gage until this fall so was unaware of the issue until reading...
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 03-13-2021, 12:15 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 13,575
Posted By JohnAZ
Brian, if I recall correctly you had mentioned SS...

Brian, if I recall correctly you had mentioned SS exploding tip rivets. I spent a lot of time on Amazon looking for SS but only found aluminum in that type. Please advise of the size and material...
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 03-13-2021, 11:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,289
Posted By JohnAZ
I was at Freightliner yesterday getting my DEF...

I was at Freightliner yesterday getting my DEF overheating problem fixed and asked the service manager, he said Shell Rotella T6 if you are preferential to synthetic, otherwise T4, which they use for...
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 03-08-2021, 03:21 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,525
Posted By JohnAZ
There is a NHTSA Part 573 Safety Recall Report...

There is a NHTSA Part 573 Safety Recall Report out on 20V-796 that establishes the recall manufacturing dates as April 1, 2015 through July 17, 2019. Jayco states that after July 2019 extra welds...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 03-03-2021, 01:56 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,846
Posted By JohnAZ
AC's on 2000i generator(s)

With my UsetaRig I had 2 Yamaha 2000i's. When paralleled it was a good as being hooked up. I soon found a single 2000i would start and run a 15K A/C with soft start cap IF all other AC loads...
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 02-28-2021, 12:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,622
Posted By JohnAZ
Inverter Power

At least in the 18.5 model those items plus microwave and outside entertainment center (w/e 12v refrigerator, except 120v ice maker) are powered by the inverter. It will shut down on low voltage....
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 02-10-2021, 09:35 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 34,162
Posted By JohnAZ
Agree with Rustynuys, and the YouTube poster was...

Agree with Rustynuys, and the YouTube poster was very angry and I think disillusioned about what RV ownership entails. He bought a 2 year old Seneca and has no knowledge of its history. Just...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 01-31-2021, 01:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,340
Posted By JohnAZ
Rejex

x5 o 6, I lost count. Last summer a camper nearby said the shine was so bright it hurt his eyes. I guess that was an offhand compliment. One Rejex application, about 95% of the bottle last April...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 01-31-2021, 01:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,228
Posted By JohnAZ
Exclamation Tire Monitoring

DW assumes the position of tire monitor... She reads out each tire pressure about every 10-15 minutes after starting out, and less frequently when comfortable that all is well. A tire with a tread...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 01-31-2021, 10:08 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,228
Posted By JohnAZ
Recommend Tireminder and Milwaukee M18 Fuel...

Recommend Tireminder and Milwaukee M18 Fuel Impact wrench 2767.

Have used Tireminder 5 years, adding sensors as rigs changed. Original 4 still work! Saved our bacon several times catching a...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 01-23-2021, 10:24 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 18,857
Posted By JohnAZ
Here's my take on half ton pickups. We went from...

Here's my take on half ton pickups. We went from a 1T Dually with 32' 5er to a Seneca. Last year we towed a fwd SUV on a dolly since it could not be towed 4-down. This year we bought a F150 4x4 to...
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 12-31-2020, 10:54 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 17,836
Posted By JohnAZ
DEF Specs

Thanks for sharing the DEF heater operation setpoint and range of DEF concentration. Yes, actually it read out 38% at the end of the trip. Next day after cooling down to 60, it read 35%. I suppose...
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 12-29-2020, 07:47 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 25,197
Posted By JohnAZ
Photo of Faults report

Intended to be attached to previous post.
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 12-29-2020, 07:43 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 25,197
Posted By JohnAZ
Faults

Agree Brian, header could be cooked. I will ask for that to be replaced regardless.

I checked for faults, just idling. Of course DEF all cooled down and concentration understandably a little...
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 12-29-2020, 03:35 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 25,197
Posted By JohnAZ
BlueFire and DEF tank Temperature

Wow, thanks guys Rustynuts, Gunslinger, Islblues, et al, for all the helpful input. Hope to get this all resolved with one trip to FL. So these are things I'm pondering:

Has anyone reported...
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 12-29-2020, 12:00 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 25,197
Posted By JohnAZ
Smile BlueFire Dash Saving the Day

I posted over on the BlueFire thread that on my first drive with the dash up I was able to identify and catch some data on the DEF overheating issue. Sent an email to FcccService@daimler describing...
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