homelesshartshorns Posted February 10, 2017 Report Share Posted February 10, 2017 I'm traveling the country! My Itasca Ford F53, I think. Where do I search for service? Where do I tell the tow truck to take me? Thanks in advance for any suggestions or incite. Still seeing Places we have never seen before and others that we thought we would never see again! . homelesshartshorns | Trying to spend the last Dollar on the Last Day! (wordpress.com) George Hartshorn | Facebook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted February 10, 2017 Report Share Posted February 10, 2017 It would probably be best to have it towed to the nearest Ford truck dealership. I would find them by using the Ford chassis hotline. ~ ~ ~ ~ Motorhome Customer Assistance Center This 24 hour, seven-days-a-week Hotline was designed to serve both motorhome owners and RV dealers. By dialing 1-800-444-3311, the caller has access to: • The nearest appropriate service location. • Assistance in scheduling a service appointment. • Service Assistance for motorhome customers and RV dealers in resolving Ford chassis-related concerns. Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smitty77_7 Posted February 10, 2017 Report Share Posted February 10, 2017 You might also check the area your in for reviews on mobile mechanics, could save you the effort of a tow... What are the symptoms you're having with the rig. Is it the 460 era, or V10? Best, Smitty Be safe, have fun, Smitty 04 CC Allure "RooII" - Our "E" ride for life! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted February 10, 2017 Report Share Posted February 10, 2017 You might also check the area your in for reviews on mobile mechanics, could save you the effort of a tow... What are the symptoms you're having with the rig. Is it the 460 era, or V10? The 2000 coach would be the Triton, V-10. Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aunut Posted February 10, 2017 Report Share Posted February 10, 2017 It would probably be best to have it towed to the nearest Ford truck dealership. I would find them by using the Ford chassis hotline. Thanks. Just put that number in my contacts. Good to know. 2014 Winnebago Vista 35B Class A. 2010 Honda CR-V. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homelesshartshorns Posted February 10, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 10, 2017 Just noticed on the last couple of starts, if you don't goose it, it will die! Im going to clean out the air filter. And next Time out, take it out of overdrive and run it a little harder. I alway have babied it, usually never run it over 50 or 55. Still seeing Places we have never seen before and others that we thought we would never see again! . homelesshartshorns | Trying to spend the last Dollar on the Last Day! (wordpress.com) George Hartshorn | Facebook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat & Pete Posted February 10, 2017 Report Share Posted February 10, 2017 Just noticed on the last couple of starts, if you don't goose it, it will die! Im going to clean out the air filter. And next Time out, take it out of overdrive and run it a little harder. I alway have babied it, usually never run it over 50 or 55. We have the same motor /chassis and I rarely run over 55-60 . Never a problem , so far . If you have run through rain , insure that the air filter has not collapsed . Last year a friend had that happen and spent a week or better chasing ghosts he thought might be the problem , until he found his filter was nicely spiraled down into a tight formation that would only allow a small amount of air in . Goes around , comes around . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigjim Posted February 10, 2017 Report Share Posted February 10, 2017 If you use a subscribed towing service like CoachNet there are limits on where they will tow you under the policy. There may be a way to pay beyond the limit but you should check on that in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homelesshartshorns Posted February 10, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 10, 2017 My insurance plan is Master Card. But I like the phone number for Ford to get me started and then I found an app call Truck Down that seems to give me ideas also. Still seeing Places we have never seen before and others that we thought we would never see again! . homelesshartshorns | Trying to spend the last Dollar on the Last Day! (wordpress.com) George Hartshorn | Facebook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildmandmc Posted February 11, 2017 Report Share Posted February 11, 2017 Could be fuel filter. 2000 Itasca Horizon DP (Got Total During Irma). Vice President of Charlotte County Defenders LE MC http://charlotte.defenderslemc.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homelesshartshorns Posted February 11, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 11, 2017 Where is the full filter? Is there a part number, or can I get one at an Napa store? Still seeing Places we have never seen before and others that we thought we would never see again! . homelesshartshorns | Trying to spend the last Dollar on the Last Day! (wordpress.com) George Hartshorn | Facebook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homelesshartshorns Posted February 11, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 11, 2017 Ok found the filter! Next question, can I simply take off filter and drain content reinstall and continue on? Still seeing Places we have never seen before and others that we thought we would never see again! . homelesshartshorns | Trying to spend the last Dollar on the Last Day! (wordpress.com) George Hartshorn | Facebook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smitty77_7 Posted February 11, 2017 Report Share Posted February 11, 2017 If you're running ok at speed/RPM(?) - then chances are the fuel filter is not restricting flow. But if it's time to change, might as well eliminate it as potential problem. Best to checking the air cleaner for restriction, and or moisture. You could run tank of fuel with Sea Foam, or some other cleaner, to see if might help. Does the engine seem to run rough, even at speed? The V10 has the individual spark plug ignition coils, one of them out, going out, could cause low RPM stumbles. Kirk - Yep, I did not drill down into his profile to see what year his coach is... Best of luck, Smitty Be safe, have fun, Smitty 04 CC Allure "RooII" - Our "E" ride for life! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homelesshartshorns Posted February 12, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 12, 2017 It's a 2000 Itasca! Runs fine, just the poss or die at the get go, if I don't goose it. Still seeing Places we have never seen before and others that we thought we would never see again! . homelesshartshorns | Trying to spend the last Dollar on the Last Day! (wordpress.com) George Hartshorn | Facebook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimalberta Posted February 12, 2017 Report Share Posted February 12, 2017 When were the spark plugs last changed? <p>....JIM and LINDA......2001 American Eagle 40 '.towing a GMC Sierra 1500 4X4 with RZR in the rear. 1999 JEEP Cherokee that we tow as well. IT IS A CONTENTED MAN WHO CAN APPRECIATE THE SCENERY ALONG A DETOUR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homelesshartshorns Posted February 12, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 12, 2017 Not for the year I have owned it Still seeing Places we have never seen before and others that we thought we would never see again! . homelesshartshorns | Trying to spend the last Dollar on the Last Day! (wordpress.com) George Hartshorn | Facebook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted February 12, 2017 Report Share Posted February 12, 2017 Spark plugs could easily be the problem, especially if the mileage is fairly high. I believe that yours are rated for 100k miles. Does it start more easily when the engine is warm? Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
63belv Posted February 12, 2017 Report Share Posted February 12, 2017 Make sure someone knows what they are doing if you try to change plugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homelesshartshorns Posted February 13, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 Any suggestions for someone in El Paso? Still seeing Places we have never seen before and others that we thought we would never see again! . homelesshartshorns | Trying to spend the last Dollar on the Last Day! (wordpress.com) George Hartshorn | Facebook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
63belv Posted February 13, 2017 Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 I hate the going rate most shops $100 -$125 per hour but I do like people who know the vehicle Ford. Not sure if dealers in El Paso can service a coach but if they can't they should be able to direct you to a good shop. If spark plugs need changing Ford knows what they are looking at and the risk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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