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  1. Volvo Radiator Drain Hose

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    1 hour ago, Darryl&Rita said:

    When someone tells you to keep an eye on a leak, they usually mean it. Leaks don't get better with time. Find a big piece of cardboard, take a long enough ride to get to temps, put the cardboard underneath. Let it sit overnight, and check the spots in the morning. All this assumes the leak is external to the engine, but will also prove/disprove external leaks. 

    Thanks Darryl, I admit I didn't keep an eye on it.  I have never had a leak (in a car of course) sneak up so fast.   I just came in from looking and draining etc.  NOT SURE but it looks like the level sensor is the leak point.   I am on the internet again trying to decide if caulking the sensor in place is worth it, or should I buy a new reservoir?  

    No water in the oil.

    Drained about 8 gallons out just to find out how much was still in there.  I can't seem to find the capacity but that might be because the sleeper heater is my configuration but there are other configurations out there obviously.  The Resource Guide pegs the D12 engine at 11 gallons.  

    From a document named Body Builder instructions, which I couldn't find the link to right away.   Cooling System Capacities .....  Approximately 53 US quarts (50 liters) with a manual transmission For an automatic transmission, add 10 quarts (9.5 liters)  We have an IShift auto so 15.75 gallons.  It doesn't refer to accessories.

  2. Volvo Radiator Drain Hose

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    On 2/5/2019 at 11:23 AM, SuiteSuccess said:

    Bit the bullet and ordered the hose from OTRperformance.  If anyone wishes to use it while at the ECR please let me know and I will bring it.  Likely to be a one maybe two time use for me but still cheaper than $90/hr  labor charge just to drain and replace coolant.

    I am suddenly losing coolant also.   I like my information in one place if possible so risking a slight detour to MY D13 cooling system.  I hope it's ok with you Carl.

    I also ordered the OTR drain hose but haven't used it yet.

    Last month a friend told me I lost a spot of coolant on the road in front of his house so keep an eye on it.  We drove from his place to ours about 300 miles.  A few days later I drove it to work and got the STOP low coolant warning.  I dumped 2 gallons of coolant in and drove home.  a week or 2 later I started up and idled in the driveway but after 5 minutes I saw the warning again and shut down immediately.

    Reservoir is empty but looking at the engine hoses I'm still not able to see where the leak might be.  The driveway is gravel.  There was a bit if moisture under the low passenger side hose but barely noticeable.

    1. After a closer look, I'm not convinced its any of the main hoses.
    2. I found a mouse nest on the passenger side of the engine block (behind the turbo) near where I saw moisture.  CHEWING HOSES?
    3. Today I will check the oil for water, forgot yesterday.
    4. Will attempt to drain the coolant
    5. Checked inside the cab under the bunk.  DRY
    6. Fill with tap water, warm it up and see what happens.  NEAR FREEZING AT NIGHT EXPECTED for two nights

    Mostly about coolant leak locations,  Last 3 minutes is regen complaints.

    Solution here is buy a dye kit with a black light and check hot, check cold, check after running.

    https://solutions.letstruck.com/Answers/View/4593/2011+Volvo+D13+Coolant+loss

    Im still looking for the thermostat and volume info for the D13.  I can buy housings all day long but hoping for more specific youtube demonstration or diagrams?  Any info is appreciated.  Again apologies to Carl for hijacking.

    http://www.hhrvresource.com/VolvoDocsGenII/Volvo Engine Manuals/D13/Cooling System Troubleshooting.pdf

    http://www.hhrvresource.com/VolvoDocsGenII/Volvo Engine Manuals/D13/Thermostat Replacement.pdf

  5. knee replacement Update

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    11 hours ago, phoenix2013 said:

    You don't realize how dilapidated you become physically all over trying to hobble and get around on lousy knees, hips, ankles etc., until you regain that mobility and get past the PT, about six months to a year. I've gained lot of respect for the PT people. Not only they helped me to get through the post operation period which is the toughest, but then they pointed out to all the "dilapidated" muscles and muscle groups that became part of the hobble existence and also contribute to the overall misery (besides the knees, hips, etc.). Once the knees and legs became fully "operational" I've instituted my own PT, as suggested by the PT pros and who showed me where the "issues were".

     

    7 minutes ago, runaway parents said:

    Is this old school thinking? Yes when I started taking cortisone shots they where about 10 months apart now they are 6 months apart the a definitely loosing there effectiveness.

    It's more important to think about your mobility AND PAIN between now and the next replacement.  Yes that's old school thinking.  Besides that, I was taking oral steroids for something unrelated, and right after that, my already weakened Achilles tendon snapped.  the docs asked if I was on steroids, i answered affirmative, and they said it MIGHT be related.    Cortisone might cause other complications is the point here.

  6. No Fan - heat/AC/Vent

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    16 hours ago, Steve from SoCal said:

    I don't know about YOUR Volvo, many older cars and trucks have a resistor pack in the HVAC plenum to control fan speed.     That or the fan motor has given up the ghost?       

     

    Steve 

    Agree, the resistors don't usually give up all at once. The low speeds tend to go first.  If some speeds are working and some not, that's the usual indicator in old cars.

  7. knee replacement Update

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    Lots of good advice here.  I had my left hip done a year ago, my right hip 5 months ago.  I knew I was having lots of pain and ambulatory (B)) problems.  What I did not realize was how much muscle movement I lost from years of hobbling and mostly sitting.   The surgeon said when the cartilage is gone the body tries to replace with bone.  So my pelvis was actually growing around the top of my femur.  Which made moving around even worse meaning my mobility/use was very poor and I lost a lot of muscle.   I don't know how much of "my story" applies to knee replacement but working harder is better, in my opinion.

    As for VA stories,  Mr. Cob, my uncle is very well versed in getting things done there.  I can put you in touch with him if you like.

  10. HDT Members On The Road, Including Their Current Locations

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    1 hour ago, mr. cob said:

    We are now spending time with Maurice and Ginny who live just out side of Yampa Colorado.  We will be leaving from here Monday morning and headed east.  Maurice and Ginny have been great hosts we sure are enjoying our visit with our HDT friends.

    Maurice will hold back the bill for awhile, to let it run up.    🤑

  14. HDT Members On The Road, Including Their Current Locations

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    14 hours ago, Parrformance said:

    Leave there Sunday July 8th for NC and more wheeling in the Uwharrie National Forest. Back to Florida the 14th or 15th.

    Any where close to where you will be?

    Just butting in, we are an hour or so north of Uwharrie if a night or 2 free camping is needed.   🙂

  17. I Was Addicted to the Hokey Pokey

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    Lucio's in Franklin, NC. A full on restaurant and you would never guess you could find fantastic food and service with normal prices. 

    http://luciosnc.com/

    We were only there once. I remember that the restaurant adjoins a gas station. We almost drove by the place even after our host nearby raved about it. Parking is adequate for HDT or motorcycles but I wasn't thinking about an HDT at that time so I did not check for space. 

  21. Guidance on a new tractor not HDT related.

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    Many years ago I was looking at a small John Deere. The whole thing was manufactured by Yanmar. I found a Yanmar dealer and saved $1000 for the same tractor. Yanmar added a hydraulic shift that John Deere did not offer. In those days the 18hp 4x4 was about $7 or $8k so the difference was significant. Yanmar is a very well known manufacturer and I had zero problems with the tractor.

     

    The Bobcat advice was great, thanks Chad!

  22. Attention Visitors and Lurkers - Please Read and Respond to this Request

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    Hi all,

    I just found this post. I've been a member for a couple of weeks now. Thanks to everyone who has taken the time to answer my questions.

     

    I have browsed the RV Haulers site, have been getting the Truck Paper for about a year, and Racing Junk for a few months. I have never driven an HDT. I have owned 4 GM trucks. I have decided not to buy another one. There is no point in buying a vehicle new or used, with those kind of life cycle issues.

    I have decided not to attempt singling a truck, and will probably pay to have it done.

     

    My work background includes boat building, cartography, steel factory(70s) wood pattern making, plastics, prototypes, (80s) automotive clay, CAD design, 3D printing (90s to date).

    Interests past and present include, motorcycles, boats/boating, scuba, photography, welding, camping, firearms, art, Photoshop, Maya.

     

    I am approaching retirement and I would like to drive around the US and Canada for a couple of years. While I am currently working, my line of work might require travel in the future. I want to be prepared for the opportunity when it arrives.

     

    Kevin

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