The other day during a pre-trip inspection I saw that most of our Amber & Red Bargman reflective lenses had spider cracks. I found good prices at eTrailer.com (much less than Amazon). So I decided it was time to replace all the lenses since they were the original 2009. The inside bulbs were somewhat dusty as were the older lenses. We're now crack free and much brighter at night.
So that’s today’s LD news from here.
Very good timing. I also had cracks in some of the upper clearance light lenses. I recently bought a 2000 LD with the rear kitchen from Pete Reed, original owner. I previously owned a 2001 LD mid bath but foolishly sold it several years ago. I am now back in the fold. My lights are different from yours. They are round and are made by Peterson Manufacturing and the numbers are PW-100-15A for amber and PW-100-15R for red. I ordered them from Foxtaillights.com and they are being shipped as of yesterday. They cost $1.50 each plus shipping. I ordered 5 of each. I hope this helps others. Kevin
We finished replacing the 12 exterior lenses. And the last len’s base was cracked from hitting a bird years ago. While it looked okay I never really checked it. So I’m suggesting that it might be wise to check those lenses and bases from time to time. As we know, they can be a source of water intrusion.
At any rate, I ordered a new base from eTrailer. What’s next? It’s time to check all the frame bolts … again. It’s going to be at least a two (2) Aleve job.😕
And that’s it.
What’s next? It’s time to check all the frame bolts … again. It’s going to be at least a two (2) Aleve job.😕
In my experience, the frame bolts stop loosening after they have been tightened three times. The frame bolts pass through the plywood floor.
The wood compresses as the miles pass, eventually, the wood is compressed as much as it can be.
It still isn't a bad idea to check the bolts periodically but you normally shouldn't find much to tighten.
Be sure to check the hardware securing the holding tanks and the entry steps, they can continue to loosen.
If you tow, checking the rear bumper and hitch bolt's torque yearly is suggested.
Larry