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Group: Safarifriends Message: 19666 From: Gerald Date: 12/4/2012
Subject: Re: Steering Stabilizer opinions
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20448 From: landtamer@ymail.com Date: 3/7/2013
Subject: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20449 From: Michael Date: 3/7/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20452 From: John Ruff Date: 3/7/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20453 From: Michael Date: 3/7/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20455 From: stuplich@ymail.com Date: 3/8/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20456 From: fountking Date: 3/8/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20457 From: stuplich@ymail.com Date: 3/8/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20458 From: Michael Date: 3/8/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20459 From: Michael Date: 3/8/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering??? [1 Att
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20464 From: stuplich@ymail.com Date: 3/8/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20467 From: gary_wolfer Date: 3/9/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20468 From: paulcell47 Date: 3/10/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20469 From: fountking Date: 3/10/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20471 From: dieseldave2003 Date: 3/10/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
Group: Safarifriends Message: 21288 From: fountking Date: 4/29/2013
Subject: fuse box covers
Group: Safarifriends Message: 21289 From: wolfe102001 Date: 4/29/2013
Subject: Re: fuse box covers
Group: Safarifriends Message: 21300 From: Allen Stitt Date: 4/29/2013
Subject: Re: fuse box covers
Group: Safarifriends Message: 21333 From: ART Date: 5/1/2013
Subject: Re: fuse box covers [3 Attachments]
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23091 From: taknoff Date: 9/13/2013
Subject: Steering play adjustment
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23095 From: paulcell47 Date: 9/13/2013
Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23096 From: Gary Smith Date: 9/13/2013
Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23097 From: paulcell47 Date: 9/13/2013
Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23101 From: Mr. G. Date: 9/13/2013
Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23106 From: paulcell47 Date: 9/13/2013
Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23109 From: rimichsz Date: 9/13/2013
Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23113 From: Phillip and Joyce Date: 9/13/2013
Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23115 From: Dale Maggio Date: 9/14/2013
Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23123 From: greg harding Date: 9/15/2013
Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23124 From: wolfe102001 Date: 9/15/2013
Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23126 From: bullfrog12136 Date: 9/15/2013
Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23127 From: wolfe102001 Date: 9/15/2013
Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23129 From: Ronnie Gravitt Date: 9/15/2013
Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23239 From: rbbwnc Date: 9/25/2013
Subject: Re: steering drag link
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23300 From: bullfrog12136 Date: 10/2/2013
Subject: replace Steering tires:
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23301 From: Dave Farley Date: 10/2/2013
Subject: Re: replace Steering tires:
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23302 From: trekkersmith1 Date: 10/2/2013
Subject: Re: replace Steering tires:
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23303 From: stuplich@ymail.com Date: 10/2/2013
Subject: Re: replace Steering tires:
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23304 From: Rick Rheinlaender Date: 10/2/2013
Subject: Re: replace Steering tires:
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23305 From: DOUGLAS BRANCH Date: 10/2/2013
Subject: Re: replace Steering tires:
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23307 From: wolfe102001 Date: 10/2/2013
Subject: Re: replace Steering tires:
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23326 From: mutiger1947 Date: 10/3/2013
Subject: Re: replace Steering tires:
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23978 From: wolfe102001 Date: 12/8/2013
Subject: House Battery Wiring To Fuse Box
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23979 From: Bryan Moore Date: 12/8/2013
Subject: Re: House Battery Wiring To Fuse Box
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23980 From: wolfe102001 Date: 12/8/2013
Subject: Re: House Battery Wiring To Fuse Box
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23981 From: Marsha Morgan Date: 12/8/2013
Subject: Re: House Battery Wiring To Fuse Box
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23982 From: Rod Jacobsen Date: 12/8/2013
Subject: Re: House Battery Wiring To Fuse Box
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23983 From: wolfe102001 Date: 12/8/2013
Subject: Re: House Battery Wiring To Fuse Box
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23984 From: Dale Maggio Date: 12/8/2013
Subject: Re: House Battery Wiring To Fuse Box
Group: Safarifriends Message: 23987 From: stuplich@ymail.com Date: 12/9/2013
Subject: Re: House Battery Wiring To Fuse Box



Group: Safarifriends Message: 19666 From: Gerald Date: 12/4/2012
Subject: Re: Steering Stabilizer opinions
I bought my 1997 30 foot Sahara in 2003 and any driving over 65 mph or semi trucks passing me was enough to cause me to fear for my life. I began a 5 year mission to fix the steering/handling of my leaf spring chassis. I replaced the shocks. Replaced and tightened the sway bar bushings (front and rear) including increasing the the size of bolts on the front sway bar (after one broke). I added a custom air activated steer-safe system. I replaced the original tires with ones that are over an inch wider. Had a front end alignment. Started traveling with extra fresh water that put weight on the front end. I added an aluminum box on the front of the rig for heavy items to put weight in front of the axle. I even added individually controlled air bags that stiffened the frame. These changes improved the handling but I was still subject to large trucks or high side winds that would push and pull me around. Finally I realized that I had to stop the YAW motion of the coach. I have now added custom chassis to house frame supports both sideways, and front to rear that has finally given me the control Ive wanted. I got the idea when I saw the systems that are made for gas rigs (Davis tru-track steering stabilizer). You can look it up on the internet.
Heavier rigs with longer wheelbases don't have this serious a problem. However, even with my short wheel base I now enjoy driving my rig and get good handling even at 70 mph. (I usually drive 65 mph on interstates but can drive safely faster if I need to pass traffic).
I listed this for anyone who is having serious steering problems and has already made certain that the steering components are not in need of repair and is willing put in the time and money to make driving their coach safer and more enjoyable.
Gerry

--- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, nanandpete@... wrote:
>
> Just read this post , the one from Dick Missett and the ride height adjustment on Yahoo. My 1999 30' Sahara has the 500# weight in the front, steer safe, and hydraulic stabilizer. Still wanders. I am going to check the steering U joints and go from Bilsteins to Konis, I guess this is the last option.
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "jimlyndabrooks" <jimlyndabrooks@...>
> To: Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Saturday, December 1, 2012 10:02:43 AM
> Subject: [Safarifriends] Re: Steering Stabilizer opinions
>
> Hello,
>
> When we got our '96 Sahara in '06, it wandered around like I was pushing a pencil on a table top. This was in Houston. On the way to Oregon, by way of New Mexico, I stopped by the Safe Steer place, and after talking with them, decided I needed to buy their product. Drive it to Oregon and if you don't like it, ship it back and we'll refund your money. OK, I had them give me a box.
>
> After driving it('96 Sahara 3540)to Oregon I had decided it was better, but it was just covering up a problem, not correcting it, so, I crawled under it and removed the Steer Safe System. I found the problem of it wandering around while under it.
>
> The steering shaft that is attached to the steering wheel is attached to the sector box by a coupling with 2 u-joints. There are pinch bolts on either end of the u-joint coupler. You could turn the bolts with your fingers. I put a pair of vice grips on the steering shaft and could turn it but the input shaft to the sector box did not turn.
>
> I tightened the 2 pinch bolts, and with the Safe Steer removed, I took it for a drive. The steering was as tight as my Honda CRV. No slop, no looseness, it drove like a different coach.
>
> Now after 6 years of ownership, it is still drives great. I check the pinch bolts every fall, when I am under it greasing the chassis.
>
> Jim
> '96 Sahara 3540, 300 CAT, 520W Solar
>
> --- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, Dick Missett <dngmissett@> wrote:
> >
> > Thanks to all who have responded and offered input on this thread. Although the reviews and input for the spring style Steer Safe have been just as positive as the hydraulic style stabilizer I have decided to go with the Safe T Plus hydraulic style. It should be here early next week. 
> >
> >
> > Dick Missett
> > 98 Sahara 300 CAT
> > Wyoming, PA
> >
> > ________________________________
> > From: Dick <dngmissett@>
> > To: Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
> > Sent: Monday, November 26, 2012 7:06 PM
> > Subject: [Safarifriends] Steering Stabilizer opinions
> >
> >  
> > Looking for opinions and feedback from those that have installed either the Steer Safe (spring style) or the hydraulic style Safe T Plus steering stabilizer on their coach. I want to install one before I head to FL right after the 1st of the year with the expectation that it will minimize some of the white knuckle driving that I experienced in the high winds between GA & VA on the way north last March. I'm leaning towards the Steer Safe which appears to be less of a challenge to adjust but appreciate any opinions / input.
> >
> > Dick Missett
> > 98 Safari 300 CAT
> > Wyoming, PA
> >
>
>
>
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Group: Safarifriends Message: 20448 From: landtamer@ymail.com Date: 3/7/2013
Subject: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
I'm leaking ATF fluid out of a reservoir at the rear of the coach. There are 5 "filling" places.

I think they are from left to right:

Coolant??
Engine oil
Transmission fluid
Radiator
Power steering?

The reservoir says "dextron II"

There is also a coolant reservoir that is accessed under the bed.

Am I right on the coolant and power steering?

Anybody know where I can get a power steering reservoir??

Pic to follow.

Michael
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20449 From: Michael Date: 3/7/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
Here is the pic.

The plastic reservoir is leaking and making a mess under the coach.  nothing else leaks on this 20 year old rig. 

Do you add coolant in the reservoir under the bed, or in the filler tube on the left in this pic?

Magnum Oskosh frame
'93 Ivory - Hi Tech
8.3 Cummins
Allison MD3060 World Transmission

Thanks,

Michael



On 3/7/2013 6:22 PM, landtamer@... wrote:
 

I'm leaking ATF fluid out of a reservoir at the rear of the coach. There are 5 "filling" places.

I think they are from left to right:

Coolant??
Engine oil
Transmission fluid
Radiator
Power steering?

The reservoir says "dextron II"

There is also a coolant reservoir that is accessed under the bed.

Am I right on the coolant and power steering?

Anybody know where I can get a power steering reservoir??

Pic to follow.

Michael


-- 
Michael
1993 Ivory Hi-Tech
49K miles
8.3 Cummins
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20452 From: John Ruff Date: 3/7/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
That is your reservoir for your hydraulic jacks.

John Ruff

--- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, Michael <landtamer@...> wrote:
>
> Here is the pic.
>
> The plastic reservoir is leaking and making a mess under the coach.
> nothing else leaks on this 20 year old rig.
>
> Do you add coolant in the reservoir under the bed, or in the filler tube
> on the left in this pic?
>
> Magnum Oskosh frame
> '93 Ivory - Hi Tech
> 8.3 Cummins
> Allison MD3060 World Transmission
>
> Thanks,
>
> Michael
>
>
>
> On 3/7/2013 6:22 PM, landtamer@... wrote:
> >
> > I'm leaking ATF fluid out of a reservoir at the rear of the coach.
> > There are 5 "filling" places.
> >
> > I think they are from left to right:
> >
> > Coolant??
> > Engine oil
> > Transmission fluid
> > Radiator
> > Power steering?
> >
> > The reservoir says "dextron II"
> >
> > There is also a coolant reservoir that is accessed under the bed.
> >
> > Am I right on the coolant and power steering?
> >
> > Anybody know where I can get a power steering reservoir??
> >
> > Pic to follow.
> >
> > Michael
> >
> >
>
> --
> Michael
> 1993 Ivory Hi-Tech
> 49K miles
> 8.3 Cummins
>
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20453 From: Michael Date: 3/7/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
Attachments :
Hi John, I think this one is for the jacks, but thanks for the reply. 

Slowly but surely I'll learn the ins and out of this Safari.




On 3/7/2013 7:46 PM, John Ruff wrote:
 

That is your reservoir for your hydraulic jacks.

John Ruff

--- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, Michael <landtamer@...> wrote:
>
> Here is the pic.
>
> The plastic reservoir is leaking and making a mess under the coach.
> nothing else leaks on this 20 year old rig.
>
> Do you add coolant in the reservoir under the bed, or in the filler tube
> on the left in this pic?
>
> Magnum Oskosh frame
> '93 Ivory - Hi Tech
> 8.3 Cummins
> Allison MD3060 World Transmission
>
> Thanks,
>
> Michael
>
>
>
> On 3/7/2013 6:22 PM, landtamer@... wrote:
> >
> > I'm leaking ATF fluid out of a reservoir at the rear of the coach.
> > There are 5 "filling" places.
> >
> > I think they are from left to right:
> >
> > Coolant??
> > Engine oil
> > Transmission fluid
> > Radiator
> > Power steering?
> >
> > The reservoir says "dextron II"
> >
> > There is also a coolant reservoir that is accessed under the bed.
> >
> > Am I right on the coolant and power steering?
> >
> > Anybody know where I can get a power steering reservoir??
> >
> > Pic to follow.
> >
> > Michael
> >
> >
>
> --
> Michael
> 1993 Ivory Hi-Tech
> 49K miles
> 8.3 Cummins
>


-- 
Michael
1993 Ivory Hi-Tech
49K miles
8.3 Cummins
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20455 From: stuplich@ymail.com Date: 3/8/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
Michael
In the "Photos" section there are 12 pics in a album titled "Oil Tank Leak Repair", (by:jandlbrooks,....who no longer posts here).
I don't see a reservoir in your attached pic.
Is this the reservoir that is leaking on your '93?
The plastic reservoir shown in Jim's pics holds ATF for the power steering/brakes, (in my coach it is located in the curb side rear service bay).
A repair of the most common leak is covered in that photo album.

I don't know about adding coolant, (your pic shows tube/caps that are considerably different than mine).
Mel
'96 Sahara


--- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, Michael <landtamer@...> wrote:
>
> Here is the pic.
>
> The plastic reservoir is leaking and making a mess under the coach.
> nothing else leaks on this 20 year old rig.
>
> Do you add coolant in the reservoir under the bed, or in the filler tube on the left in this pic?
>
> Magnum Oskosh frame
> '93 Ivory - Hi Tech
> 8.3 Cummins
> Allison MD3060 World Transmission
>
> Thanks,
>
> Michael
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20456 From: fountking Date: 3/8/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
Mel look to the far right in the dark corner it looks like the plastic tank that is in our service bay.Looks like oil dip stick oil fill radiator and power steering all there.
Bob K 96 Serengeti

--- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, "stuplich@..." <stuplich@...> wrote:
>
> Michael
> In the "Photos" section there are 12 pics in a album titled "Oil Tank Leak Repair", (by:jandlbrooks,....who no longer posts here).
> I don't see a reservoir in your attached pic.
> Is this the reservoir that is leaking on your '93?
> The plastic reservoir shown in Jim's pics holds ATF for the power steering/brakes, (in my coach it is located in the curb side rear service bay).
> A repair of the most common leak is covered in that photo album.
>
> I don't know about adding coolant, (your pic shows tube/caps that are considerably different than mine).
> Mel
> '96 Sahara
>
>
> --- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, Michael <landtamer@> wrote:
> >
> > Here is the pic.
> >
> > The plastic reservoir is leaking and making a mess under the coach.
> > nothing else leaks on this 20 year old rig.
> >
> > Do you add coolant in the reservoir under the bed, or in the filler tube on the left in this pic?
> >
> > Magnum Oskosh frame
> > '93 Ivory - Hi Tech
> > 8.3 Cummins
> > Allison MD3060 World Transmission
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Michael
>
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20457 From: stuplich@ymail.com Date: 3/8/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
Bob
You're right about the tank for ATF for the power steering/brakes.
Hopefully the "Oil Tank Leak Repair" pics in the "Photos" section will help Michael.

You're also right about his pictured oil dip stick, oil fill, and coolant fill.

From his description he may also have a coolant tank somewhere in the engine compartment, (maybe someone with a '93 will post further info about that).

Mel
'96 Sahara, 250 Cat

--- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, "fountking" <fountking@...> wrote:
>
> Mel look to the far right in the dark corner it looks like the plastic tank that is in our service bay.Looks like oil dip stick oil fill radiator and power steering all there.
>
> Bob K 96 Serengeti
Group: Safarifriends Message: 20458 From: Michael Date: 3/8/2013
Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
Attachments :
    The tank is at the far right of the pic, almost cut off. It must be power steering.  The brake tank is at the front of the coach, which seems a little strange since the boost is probably back closer to the engine.  I'll save that one for another day.

    Oil filler!  Of course the one on the left is for oil, not coolant. duh.  My coolant overflow tank in in the engine bay, way up top.  I'm attaching a pic.  In this pic, you can also see the power steering reservoir in the upper left corner of the engine bay.

    I found the pics on fixing the tank in the photos section.  looks simple enough (a bit messy) if that is where my leak is.  Can't really tell until I pull it off.

    Thanks for the replys!

    MIchael

    On 3/8/2013 3:32 PM, stuplich@... wrote:
     

    Bob
    You're right about the tank for ATF for the power steering/brakes.
    Hopefully the "Oil Tank Leak Repair" pics in the "Photos" section will help Michael.

    You're also right about his pictured oil dip stick, oil fill, and coolant fill.

    From his description he may also have a coolant tank somewhere in the engine compartment, (maybe someone with a '93 will post further info about that).

    Mel
    '96 Sahara, 250 Cat

    --- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, "fountking" <fountking@...> wrote:
    >
    > Mel look to the far right in the dark corner it looks like the plastic tank that is in our service bay.Looks like oil dip stick oil fill radiator and power steering all there.
    >
    > Bob K 96 Serengeti


    -- 
    Michael
    1993 Ivory Hi-Tech
    49K miles
    8.3 Cummins
    Group: Safarifriends Message: 20459 From: Michael Date: 3/8/2013
    Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering??? [1 Att
    Attachments :
      Oops, wrong pic.  This is the right one for the coolant overflow.

      On 3/8/2013 5:59 PM, Michael wrote:
       

      The tank is at the far right of the pic, almost cut off. It must be power steering.  The brake tank is at the front of the coach, which seems a little strange since the boost is probably back closer to the engine.  I'll save that one for another day.

      Oil filler!  Of course the one on the left is for oil, not coolant. duh.  My coolant overflow tank in in the engine bay, way up top.  I'm attaching a pic.  In this pic, you can also see the power steering reservoir in the upper left corner of the engine bay.

      I found the pics on fixing the tank in the photos section.  looks simple enough (a bit messy) if that is where my leak is.  Can't really tell until I pull it off.

      Thanks for the replys!

      MIchael

      On 3/8/2013 3:32 PM, stuplich@... wrote:
       

      Bob
      You're right about the tank for ATF for the power steering/brakes.
      Hopefully the "Oil Tank Leak Repair" pics in the "Photos" section will help Michael.

      You're also right about his pictured oil dip stick, oil fill, and coolant fill.

      From his description he may also have a coolant tank somewhere in the engine compartment, (maybe someone with a '93 will post further info about that).

      Mel
      '96 Sahara, 250 Cat

      --- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, "fountking" <fountking@...> wrote:
      >
      > Mel look to the far right in the dark corner it looks like the plastic tank that is in our service bay.Looks like oil dip stick oil fill radiator and power steering all there.
      >
      > Bob K 96 Serengeti


      -- 
      Michael
      1993 Ivory Hi-Tech
      49K miles
      8.3 Cummins

      -- 
      Michael
      1993 Ivory Hi-Tech
      49K miles
      8.3 Cummins
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 20464 From: stuplich@ymail.com Date: 3/8/2013
      Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
      Michael
      The rear reservoir on my coach contains the ATF for BOTH the power brakes and power steering.
      As for the front "brake tank"....on my coach a remote BRAKE FLUID reservoir WAS behind the hood door, on the firewall.....(WAS, because the replacement master cylinder I found has the brake fluid tank/reservoir mounted directly on top).
      Mel
      '96 Sahara

      --- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, Michael <landtamer@...> wrote:
      >
      > The tank is at the far right of the pic, almost cut off. It must be
      power steering.
      > The brake tank is at the front of the coach, which seems a little strange since the boost is probably back closer to the engine. I'll save that one for another day.
      >
      > Oil filler! Of course the one on the left is for oil, not coolant.
      > duh. My coolant overflow tank in in the engine bay, way up top. I'm attaching a pic. In this pic, you can also see the power steering reservoir in the upper left corner of the engine bay.
      >
      > I found the pics on fixing the tank in the photos section. looks simple enough (a bit messy) if that is where my leak is. Can't really tell until I pull it off.
      >
      > Thanks for the replys!
      >
      > MIchael
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 20467 From: gary_wolfer Date: 3/9/2013
      Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
      I have a 94 Sahara. On my coach there is a door on the pass rear that has a dipstick for oil, a dipstick for tranny fluid, a fuel filter and a bottle of either for cold weather starting. On the left is a plastic resevoir. That is for power steering fluid. Not for levelers. The next cabinet forward is your battery cabinet. Between the two and accessable from the back is a long metal round tank with all the leveler controls above it. this tank has a breather cap on top. It is unscrewed with a wrench most likely a ll/16ths. when you get the breather off you will see it has a dipstick on the bottom. That small hole is where you add dextron 2 atf. then check the dipstick until full.
      Hope that helps.
      --- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, Michael <landtamer@...> wrote:
      >
      > Hi John, I think this one is for the jacks, but thanks for the reply.
      >
      > Slowly but surely I'll learn the ins and out of this Safari.
      >
      >
      >
      >
      > On 3/7/2013 7:46 PM, John Ruff wrote:
      > >
      > > That is your reservoir for your hydraulic jacks.
      > >
      > > John Ruff
      > >
      > > --- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
      > > <mailto:Safarifriends%40yahoogroups.com>, Michael <landtamer@> wrote:
      > > >
      > > > Here is the pic.
      > > >
      > > > The plastic reservoir is leaking and making a mess under the coach.
      > > > nothing else leaks on this 20 year old rig.
      > > >
      > > > Do you add coolant in the reservoir under the bed, or in the filler
      > > tube
      > > > on the left in this pic?
      > > >
      > > > Magnum Oskosh frame
      > > > '93 Ivory - Hi Tech
      > > > 8.3 Cummins
      > > > Allison MD3060 World Transmission
      > > >
      > > > Thanks,
      > > >
      > > > Michael
      > > >
      > > >
      > > >
      > > > On 3/7/2013 6:22 PM, landtamer@ wrote:
      > > > >
      > > > > I'm leaking ATF fluid out of a reservoir at the rear of the coach.
      > > > > There are 5 "filling" places.
      > > > >
      > > > > I think they are from left to right:
      > > > >
      > > > > Coolant??
      > > > > Engine oil
      > > > > Transmission fluid
      > > > > Radiator
      > > > > Power steering?
      > > > >
      > > > > The reservoir says "dextron II"
      > > > >
      > > > > There is also a coolant reservoir that is accessed under the bed.
      > > > >
      > > > > Am I right on the coolant and power steering?
      > > > >
      > > > > Anybody know where I can get a power steering reservoir??
      > > > >
      > > > > Pic to follow.
      > > > >
      > > > > Michael
      > > > >
      > > > >
      > > >
      > > > --
      > > > Michael
      > > > 1993 Ivory Hi-Tech
      > > > 49K miles
      > > > 8.3 Cummins
      > > >
      > >
      > >
      >
      > --
      > Michael
      > 1993 Ivory Hi-Tech
      > 49K miles
      > 8.3 Cummins
      >
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 20468 From: paulcell47 Date: 3/10/2013
      Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
      You are supposed to let one leveler jack down 6" before filling the tank. Then fill until the bell stops ringing. Probably require somebody up front to listen to the bell and holler at you. Thats if yours does not have a marked dipstick, mine does not.

      ----- Original Message -----
      From: "gary_wolfer" <buyers@...>
      To: Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
      Sent: Saturday, March 9, 2013 8:41:34 PM
      Subject: [Safarifriends] Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???


      I have a 94 Sahara. On my coach there is a door on the pass rear that has a dipstick for oil, a dipstick for tranny fluid, a fuel filter and a bottle of either for cold weather starting. On the left is a plastic resevoir. That is for power steering fluid. Not for levelers. The next cabinet forward is your battery cabinet. Between the two and accessable from the back is a long metal round tank with all the leveler controls above it. this tank has a breather cap on top. It is unscrewed with a wrench most likely a ll/16ths. when you get the breather off you will see it has a dipstick on the bottom. That small hole is where you add dextron 2 atf. then check the dipstick until full.
      Hope that helps.
      --- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, Michael <landtamer@...> wrote:
      >
      > Hi John, I think this one is for the jacks, but thanks for the reply.
      >
      > Slowly but surely I'll learn the ins and out of this Safari.
      >
      >
      >
      >
      > On 3/7/2013 7:46 PM, John Ruff wrote:
      > >
      > > That is your reservoir for your hydraulic jacks.
      > >
      > > John Ruff
      > >
      > > --- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
      > > <mailto:Safarifriends%40yahoogroups.com>, Michael <landtamer@> wrote:
      > > >
      > > > Here is the pic.
      > > >
      > > > The plastic reservoir is leaking and making a mess under the coach.
      > > > nothing else leaks on this 20 year old rig.
      > > >
      > > > Do you add coolant in the reservoir under the bed, or in the filler
      > > tube
      > > > on the left in this pic?
      > > >
      > > > Magnum Oskosh frame
      > > > '93 Ivory - Hi Tech
      > > > 8.3 Cummins
      > > > Allison MD3060 World Transmission
      > > >
      > > > Thanks,
      > > >
      > > > Michael
      > > >
      > > >
      > > >
      > > > On 3/7/2013 6:22 PM, landtamer@ wrote:
      > > > >
      > > > > I'm leaking ATF fluid out of a reservoir at the rear of the coach.
      > > > > There are 5 "filling" places.
      > > > >
      > > > > I think they are from left to right:
      > > > >
      > > > > Coolant??
      > > > > Engine oil
      > > > > Transmission fluid
      > > > > Radiator
      > > > > Power steering?
      > > > >
      > > > > The reservoir says "dextron II"
      > > > >
      > > > > There is also a coolant reservoir that is accessed under the bed.
      > > > >
      > > > > Am I right on the coolant and power steering?
      > > > >
      > > > > Anybody know where I can get a power steering reservoir??
      > > > >
      > > > > Pic to follow.
      > > > >
      > > > > Michael
      > > > >
      > > > >
      > > >
      > > > --
      > > > Michael
      > > > 1993 Ivory Hi-Tech
      > > > 49K miles
      > > > 8.3 Cummins
      > > >
      > >
      > >
      >
      > --
      > Michael
      > 1993 Ivory Hi-Tech
      > 49K miles
      > 8.3 Cummins
      >




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      Group: Safarifriends Message: 20469 From: fountking Date: 3/10/2013
      Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
      Hi Gary ,I was looking on the RVA website and they say to use the 6" jack down method.It says they break the dipstick off of the new plugs before shipping.It is so you will know if one or a combination of jacks = to 6" are down
      Bob K 96 Serengeti

      --- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, "gary_wolfer" <buyers@...> wrote:
      >
      >
      > I have a 94 Sahara. On my coach there is a door on the pass rear that has a dipstick for oil, a dipstick for tranny fluid, a fuel filter and a bottle of either for cold weather starting. On the left is a plastic resevoir. That is for power steering fluid. Not for levelers. The next cabinet forward is your battery cabinet. Between the two and accessable from the back is a long metal round tank with all the leveler controls above it. this tank has a breather cap on top. It is unscrewed with a wrench most likely a ll/16ths. when you get the breather off you will see it has a dipstick on the bottom. That small hole is where you add dextron 2 atf. then check the dipstick until full.
      > Hope that helps.
      > --- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, Michael <landtamer@> wrote:
      > >
      > > Hi John, I think this one is for the jacks, but thanks for the reply.
      > >
      > > Slowly but surely I'll learn the ins and out of this Safari.
      > >
      > >
      > >
      > >
      > > On 3/7/2013 7:46 PM, John Ruff wrote:
      > > >
      > > > That is your reservoir for your hydraulic jacks.
      > > >
      > > > John Ruff
      > > >
      > > > --- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
      > > > <mailto:Safarifriends%40yahoogroups.com>, Michael <landtamer@> wrote:
      > > > >
      > > > > Here is the pic.
      > > > >
      > > > > The plastic reservoir is leaking and making a mess under the coach.
      > > > > nothing else leaks on this 20 year old rig.
      > > > >
      > > > > Do you add coolant in the reservoir under the bed, or in the filler
      > > > tube
      > > > > on the left in this pic?
      > > > >
      > > > > Magnum Oskosh frame
      > > > > '93 Ivory - Hi Tech
      > > > > 8.3 Cummins
      > > > > Allison MD3060 World Transmission
      > > > >
      > > > > Thanks,
      > > > >
      > > > > Michael
      > > > >
      > > > >
      > > > >
      > > > > On 3/7/2013 6:22 PM, landtamer@ wrote:
      > > > > >
      > > > > > I'm leaking ATF fluid out of a reservoir at the rear of the coach.
      > > > > > There are 5 "filling" places.
      > > > > >
      > > > > > I think they are from left to right:
      > > > > >
      > > > > > Coolant??
      > > > > > Engine oil
      > > > > > Transmission fluid
      > > > > > Radiator
      > > > > > Power steering?
      > > > > >
      > > > > > The reservoir says "dextron II"
      > > > > >
      > > > > > There is also a coolant reservoir that is accessed under the bed.
      > > > > >
      > > > > > Am I right on the coolant and power steering?
      > > > > >
      > > > > > Anybody know where I can get a power steering reservoir??
      > > > > >
      > > > > > Pic to follow.
      > > > > >
      > > > > > Michael
      > > > > >
      > > > > >
      > > > >
      > > > > --
      > > > > Michael
      > > > > 1993 Ivory Hi-Tech
      > > > > 49K miles
      > > > > 8.3 Cummins
      > > > >
      > > >
      > > >
      > >
      > > --
      > > Michael
      > > 1993 Ivory Hi-Tech
      > > 49K miles
      > > 8.3 Cummins
      > >
      >
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 20471 From: dieseldave2003 Date: 3/10/2013
      Subject: Re: Leaking fluid. What is this reservoir? Power Steering???
      The only way to make SURE your jacks are fully retracted, unless recently cleaned, is to use a lever (2x4 works) to push up on each pad. The springs can weaken and dirt hang them up enough to leave them in a semi-down position. My front jack looked ok, but a couple slight scrapes on entry aprons made me concerned that something was going on. The RVA support recommended the 2x4 method, and lo and behold, the front jack was almost invisible when fully retracted. The alarm was right.

      Dave F
      95 Ivory, 38', Cummins

      --- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, "landtamer@..." <landtamer@...> wrote:
      >
      > I'm leaking ATF fluid out of a reservoir at the rear of the coach. There are 5 "filling" places.
      >
      > I think they are from left to right:
      >
      > Coolant??
      > Engine oil
      > Transmission fluid
      > Radiator
      > Power steering?
      >
      > The reservoir says "dextron II"
      >
      > There is also a coolant reservoir that is accessed under the bed.
      >
      > Am I right on the coolant and power steering?
      >
      > Anybody know where I can get a power steering reservoir??
      >
      > Pic to follow.
      >
      > Michael
      >
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 21288 From: fountking Date: 4/29/2013
      Subject: fuse box covers
      Has any one ever found replacement covers for the Todd fuse blocks on the front of the coach.If not does any one else need them if they could be made at a reasonable price.
      Bob K 96 serengeti
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 21289 From: wolfe102001 Date: 4/29/2013
      Subject: Re: fuse box covers
      Bob,

      Is the cover missing or is it only an issue that the cover won't snap in place? If the latter, hold the cover in place with a piece of tape and apply a dot of black RTV at each side. Remove the tape after it has dried.

      If the cover is completely missing, I would start with the RV wrecking yards like Colaws in Missouri: http://colawrvsalvage.com/

      Brett

      --- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, "fountking" <fountking@...> wrote:
      >
      > Has any one ever found replacement covers for the Todd fuse blocks on the front of the coach.If not does any one else need them if they could be made at a reasonable price.
      > Bob K 96 serengeti
      >
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 21300 From: Allen Stitt Date: 4/29/2013
      Subject: Re: fuse box covers
      I searched and was unable to find them so I made my own replacements. I used scraps of 1/16" ABS plastic (Tap plastics scrap bin @ $0.75 ea). They look neqarly identical to the originals. This plastic is very easy to work with. Cut it with scissors. To bend it, clamp it between 2 strips of wood, warm it with a heat gun, use a third piece of wood to bend it evenly. Make the bends such that it will have a tight fit. 3 pictures are attached. If you can't figure it out from the pictures let me know and I'll try to be more explicit.
      A couple of years ago I posted fuse block labels if you need those.
      Al Stitt
      1994 Safari Sahara 35' (Cummins TD)


      On Mon, 29 Apr 2013 04:23:53 -0700, fountking <fountking@...> wrote:

       

      Has any one ever found replacement covers for the Todd fuse blocks on the front of the coach.If not does any one else need them if they could be made at a reasonable price.
      Bob K 96 serengeti




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      Group: Safarifriends Message: 21333 From: ART Date: 5/1/2013
      Subject: Re: fuse box covers [3 Attachments]
      i still have my originals and your's look better than mine.. good job.  pardon all lower case but a chihuahua is holding down my left arm........
       
      art
      96 seren

      --- On Mon, 4/29/13, Allen Stitt <al@...> wrote:

      From: Allen Stitt <al@...>
      Subject: Re: [Safarifriends] fuse box covers [3 Attachments]
      To: Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
      Date: Monday, April 29, 2013, 11:50 AM

       
      I searched and was unable to find them so I made my own replacements. I used scraps of 1/16" ABS plastic (Tap plastics scrap bin @ $0.75 ea). They look neqarly identical to the originals. This plastic is very easy to work with. Cut it with scissors. To bend it, clamp it between 2 strips of wood, warm it with a heat gun, use a third piece of wood to bend it evenly. Make the bends such that it will have a tight fit. 3 pictures are attached. If you can't figure it out from the pictures let me know and I'll try to be more explicit.
      A couple of years ago I posted fuse block labels if you need those.
      Al Stitt
      1994 Safari Sahara 35' (Cummins TD)


      On Mon, 29 Apr 2013 04:23:53 -0700, fountking <fountking@...> wrote:

       
      Has any one ever found replacement covers for the Todd fuse blocks on the front of the coach.If not does any one else need them if they could be made at a reasonable price.
      Bob K 96 serengeti




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      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23091 From: taknoff Date: 9/13/2013
      Subject: Steering play adjustment

      Just brought 2000 30' sahara pusher  with 300hp cat. Wanders on the road, checked out steering box has a lot of slopp in it before pitman arm moves . Is there an adjustment bolt to tighten it up ?

      Greg

      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23095 From: paulcell47 Date: 9/13/2013
      Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
      I have been driving a '99  thirty foot for 12 years. It still wanders all over. It is because the front end is too light. There is no adjustment on the steering box. You can put on a Steer Safe, or a stabilizer, both of which will help a little. Weigh the front end and set the air pressure at the proper pressure, not too high. It should have two stabilizing arms in front of the axel. Then, just get used to it!


      From: taknoff@...
      To: Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
      Sent: Friday, September 13, 2013 6:47:59 AM
      Subject: [Safarifriends] Steering  play adjustment

      Just brought 2000 30' sahara pusher  with 300hp cat. Wanders on the road, checked out steering box has a lot of slopp in it before pitman arm moves . Is there an adjustment bolt to tighten it up ?

      Greg

      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23096 From: Gary Smith Date: 9/13/2013
      Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
      The original factory solution was to add a substantial amount of dead weight to the front end.  Not sure of amount, but was several hundred pounds of steel.  Maybe someone has the details to share?
      Gary
       
      Sent: Friday, September 13, 2013 10:58 AM
      Subject: Re: [Safarifriends] Steering play adjustment
       
       

      I have been driving a '99  thirty foot for 12 years. It still wanders all over. It is because the front end is too light. There is no adjustment on the steering box. You can put on a Steer Safe, or a stabilizer, both of which will help a little. Weigh the front end and set the air pressure at the proper pressure, not too high. It should have two stabilizing arms in front of the axel. Then, just get used to it!


      From: taknoff@...
      To: Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
      Sent: Friday, September 13, 2013 6:47:59 AM
      Subject: [Safarifriends] Steering  play adjustment

      Just brought 2000 30' sahara pusher  with 300hp cat. Wanders on the road, checked out steering box has a lot of slopp in it before pitman arm moves . Is there an adjustment bolt to tighten it up ?

      Greg

      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23097 From: paulcell47 Date: 9/13/2013
      Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
      My '99 came with a weight installed. It must be  at least 500 #. If you go by the 1/3 front, 2/3 rear rule, it needs about another 1300#! I toyed with the idea of adding more, but gave up and live with it. Once you get used to it , no problem. Keeps you on your toes.


      From: "Gary Smith" <trekker01@...>
      To: Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
      Sent: Friday, September 13, 2013 8:08:07 AM
      Subject: Re: [Safarifriends] Steering  play adjustment

      The original factory solution was to add a substantial amount of dead weight to the front end.  Not sure of amount, but was several hundred pounds of steel.  Maybe someone has the details to share?
      Gary
       
      Sent: Friday, September 13, 2013 10:58 AM
      Subject: Re: [Safarifriends] Steering play adjustment
       
       

      I have been driving a '99  thirty foot for 12 years. It still wanders all over. It is because the front end is too light. There is no adjustment on the steering box. You can put on a Steer Safe, or a stabilizer, both of which will help a little. Weigh the front end and set the air pressure at the proper pressure, not too high. It should have two stabilizing arms in front of the axel. Then, just get used to it!


      From: taknoff@...
      To: Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
      Sent: Friday, September 13, 2013 6:47:59 AM
      Subject: [Safarifriends] Steering  play adjustment

      Just brought 2000 30' sahara pusher  with 300hp cat. Wanders on the road, checked out steering box has a lot of slopp in it before pitman arm moves . Is there an adjustment bolt to tighten it up ?

      Greg

      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23101 From: Mr. G. Date: 9/13/2013
      Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
      I have a '98 30 Sahara, single slide.  I added steel plates up front, Tiger Tracks, Safety Steer, DUAL shocks at each corner and I bolted on a storage box with push bar up front (see Safarifriends home page photo) which carries a couple of hundred pounds of tools and accessories. My coach does not wander at all. Tight as a drum.  One thing you may want to check is the distance between the center of the front wheel and the rear wheel on each side of the coach. Use a masonry line to get this measurement, then compare the two sides. You may find that there is an inch or two difference which would cause the coach to wander terribly. If so, the rear axle has slipped and will need to be straightened. A relatively easy fix.  This is what is known as dog tailing.
      RG Moderator
       

      To: Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
      From: taknoff@...
      Date: Fri, 13 Sep 2013 06:47:59 -0700
      Subject: [Safarifriends] Steering play adjustment



      Just brought 2000 30' sahara pusher  with 300hp cat. Wanders on the road, checked out steering box has a lot of slopp in it before pitman arm moves . Is there an adjustment bolt to tighten it up ?
      Greg


      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23106 From: paulcell47 Date: 9/13/2013
      Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
      Do you have rubber or steel springs?


      From: "Mr. G." <prieye@...>
      To: "Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com" <safarifriends@yahoogroups.com>
      Sent: Friday, September 13, 2013 10:30:34 AM
      Subject: RE: [Safarifriends] Steering  play adjustment

      I have a '98 30 Sahara, single slide.  I added steel plates up front, Tiger Tracks, Safety Steer, DUAL shocks at each corner and I bolted on a storage box with push bar up front (see Safarifriends home page photo) which carries a couple of hundred pounds of tools and accessories. My coach does not wander at all. Tight as a drum.  One thing you may want to check is the distance between the center of the front wheel and the rear wheel on each side of the coach. Use a masonry line to get this measurement, then compare the two sides. You may find that there is an inch or two difference which would cause the coach to wander terribly. If so, the rear axle has slipped and will need to be straightened. A relatively easy fix.  This is what is known as dog tailing.
      RG Moderator
       

      To: Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
      From: taknoff@...
      Date: Fri, 13 Sep 2013 06:47:59 -0700
      Subject: [Safarifriends] Steering play adjustment



      Just brought 2000 30' sahara pusher  with 300hp cat. Wanders on the road, checked out steering box has a lot of slopp in it before pitman arm moves . Is there an adjustment bolt to tighten it up ?
      Greg


      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23109 From: rimichsz Date: 9/13/2013
      Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
      I have the B.F. Goodrich Torsalastic suspension.
      RG

      --- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, nanandpete@... wrote:
      >
      > Do you have rubber or steel springs?
      >
      > ----- Original Message -----
      > From: "Mr. G." <prieye@...>
      > To: "Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com" <safarifriends@yahoogroups.com>
      > Sent: Friday, September 13, 2013 10:30:34 AM
      > Subject: RE: [Safarifriends] Steering play adjustment
      >
      >
      >
      >
      > I have a '98 30 Sahara, single slide. I added steel plates up front, Tiger Tracks, Safety Steer, DUAL shocks at each corner and I bolted on a storage box with push bar up front (see Safarifriends home page photo) which carries a couple of hundred pounds of tools and accessories. My coach does not wander at all. Tight as a drum. One thing you may want to check is the distance between the center of the front wheel and the rear wheel on each side of the coach. Use a masonry line to get this measurement, then compare the two sides. You may find that there is an inch or two difference which would cause the coach to wander terribly. If so, the rear axle has slipped and will need to be straightened. A relatively easy fix. This is what is known as dog tailing.
      > RG Moderator
      >
      >
      >
      > To: Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
      > From: taknoff@...
      > Date: Fri, 13 Sep 2013 06:47:59 -0700
      > Subject: [Safarifriends] Steering play adjustment
      >
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      > Just brought 2000 30' sahara pusher with 300hp cat. Wanders on the road, checked out steering box has a lot of slopp in it before pitman arm moves . Is there an adjustment bolt to tighten it up ?
      > Greg
      >
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23113 From: Phillip and Joyce Date: 9/13/2013
      Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
      I think you mean [ Dog Tracking }
      Phil

      --- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, "Mr. G." <prieye@...> wrote:
      >
      > I have a '98 30 Sahara, single slide. I added steel plates up front, Tiger Tracks, Safety Steer, DUAL shocks at each corner and I bolted on a storage box with push bar up front (see Safarifriends home page photo) which carries a couple of hundred pounds of tools and accessories. My coach does not wander at all. Tight as a drum. One thing you may want to check is the distance between the center of the front wheel and the rear wheel on each side of the coach. Use a masonry line to get this measurement, then compare the two sides. You may find that there is an inch or two difference which would cause the coach to wander terribly. If so, the rear axle has slipped and will need to be straightened. A relatively easy fix. This is what is known as dog tailing.
      > RG Moderator
      >
      > To: Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
      > From: taknoff@...
      > Date: Fri, 13 Sep 2013 06:47:59 -0700
      > Subject: [Safarifriends] Steering play adjustment
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      > Just brought 2000 30' sahara pusher with 300hp cat. Wanders on the road, checked out steering box has a lot of slopp in it before pitman arm moves . Is there an adjustment bolt to tighten it up ?
      > Greg
      >
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23115 From: Dale Maggio Date: 9/14/2013
      Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
      I think you mean going down the road like a Cocker Spaniel. ;-}

      -=Dale=-

      --------------------------------------------

      I think you mean [ Dog Tracking }

      Phil



      --- In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, "Mr. G."
      <prieye@...> wrote:

      >

      > I have a '98 30 Sahara, single slide. I added
      steel plates up front, Tiger Tracks, Safety Steer, DUAL
      shocks at each corner and I bolted on a storage box with
      push bar up front (see Safarifriends home page photo) which
      carries a couple of hundred pounds of tools and accessories.
      My coach does not wander at all. Tight as a drum. One thing
      you may want to check is the distance between the center of
      the front wheel and the rear wheel on each side of the
      coach. Use a masonry line to get this measurement, then
      compare the two sides. You may find that there is an inch or
      two difference which would cause the coach to wander
      terribly. If so, the rear axle has slipped and will need to
      be straightened. A relatively easy fix. This is what is
      known as dog tailing.

      > RG Moderator

      >

      > To: Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com

      > From: taknoff@...

      > Date: Fri, 13 Sep 2013 06:47:59 -0700

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      > Just brought 2000 30' sahara pusher with 300hp
      cat. Wanders on the road, checked out steering box has a lot
      of slopp in it before pitman arm moves . Is there an
      adjustment bolt to tighten it up ?

      > Greg

      >
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23123 From: greg harding Date: 9/15/2013
      Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
      On steering play  I was looking  to see if it were shims for adjustment or a bolt tension adjustments my steering box.  I have new tires, 4 new shocks, front and rear sway bars ,and steering toe-end was measured and is OK. Any other help would be great.
      Thanks
      Greg
      2000 Sahara 3016,pusher
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23124 From: wolfe102001 Date: 9/15/2013
      Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment

       No, the Sheppard steering box has no external adjustments.


      There is a company in WA that blueprints the steering boxes.  No first hand information, but shops like Henderson and Precision Alignment use them: http://www.redheadsteeringgears.com/


      Brett



      --- In safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, <taknoff@...> wrote:

      On steering play  I was looking  to see if it were shims for adjustment or a bolt tension adjustments my steering box.  I have new tires, 4 new shocks, front and rear sway bars ,and steering toe-end was measured and is OK. Any other help would be great.
      Thanks
      Greg
      2000 Sahara 3016,pusher
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23126 From: bullfrog12136 Date: 9/15/2013
      Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment
      I have yet to see a steering box that has no adjustment on it? If you know no more about the steering box, than to say it has no adjustment you best let a experienced  shop adjust it. The pitman shaft adjusts on every box I have ever seen. To check your travel adjustment on the pitman shaft, just turn the steering wheel back & forth, with the engine off & the vehicle setting still. There should be no slack or movement in the steering wheel. If there is movement and the front wheels don't move, the pitman shaft need adjusting. This excessive movement will cause your vehicle to wonder and hunt on the road, or stray from side to side. Hope this helps, also you can google steering gear repair and get some idea of what you are looking for. Dean

      From: bawolfe10@...
      To: Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
      Sent: Sunday, September 15, 2013 8:24:15 AM
      Subject: [Safarifriends] RE: Steering  play adjustment

       

       No, the Sheppard steering box has no external adjustments.


      There is a company in WA that blueprints the steering boxes.  No first hand information, but shops like Henderson and Precision Alignment use them: http://www.redheadsteeringgears.com/


      Brett



      --- In safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, <taknoff@...> wrote:

      On steering play  I was looking  to see if it were shims for adjustment or a bolt tension adjustments my steering box.  I have new tires, 4 new shocks, front and rear sway bars ,and steering toe-end was measured and is OK. Any other help would be great.
      Thanks
      Greg
      2000 Sahara 3016,pusher

      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23127 From: wolfe102001 Date: 9/15/2013
      Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment

      Dean,


      You might give Sheppard a call on Monday and post here their recommendation for the external adjust procedure for removing play on the M80 steering box-- the one used on most Safari DP's.


      Sheppard 717 637-3751


      Thanks.



      --- In safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, <dddugger9@...> wrote:

      I have yet to see a steering box that has no adjustment on it? If you know no more about the steering box, than to say it has no adjustment you best let a experienced  shop adjust it. The pitman shaft adjusts on every box I have ever seen. To check your travel adjustment on the pitman shaft, just turn the steering wheel back & forth, with the engine off & the vehicle setting still. There should be no slack or movement in the steering wheel. If there is movement and the front wheels don't move, the pitman shaft need adjusting. This excessive movement will cause your vehicle to wonder and hunt on the road, or stray from side to side. Hope this helps, also you can google steering gear repair and get some idea of what you are looking for. Dean

      From: bawolfe10@...
      To: Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
      Sent: Sunday, September 15, 2013 8:24:15 AM
      Subject: [Safarifriends] RE: Steering  play adjustment

       

       No, the Sheppard steering box has no external adjustments.


      There is a company in WA that blueprints the steering boxes.  No first hand information, but shops like Henderson and Precision Alignment use them: http://www.redheadsteeringgears.com/


      Brett



      --- In safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, <taknoff@...> wrote:

      On steering play  I was looking  to see if it were shims for adjustment or a bolt tension adjustments my steering box.  I have new tires, 4 new shocks, front and rear sway bars ,and steering toe-end was measured and is OK. Any other help would be great.
      Thanks
      Greg
      2000 Sahara 3016,pusher
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23129 From: Ronnie Gravitt Date: 9/15/2013
      Subject: Re: Steering play adjustment

      I had also never seen a steering box without an adjustment until I looked at my 98 Serengeti. It doesn’t have an adjustment and mine has play after only 20K miles. Probably left the factory that way. From my reading of the history of Safari they were already having money troubles by 98 and probably went with the cheapest box they could get. I was hoping someone had found a better replacement for the whole box rather than having it rebuilt.

       

      From: Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of dddugger9@...
      Sent: Sunday, September 15, 2013 10:38 AM
      To: Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
      Subject: Re: [Safarifriends] RE: Steering play adjustment

       

       

      I have yet to see a steering box that has no adjustment on it? If you know no more about the steering box, than to say it has no adjustment you best let a experienced  shop adjust it. The pitman shaft adjusts on every box I have ever seen. To check your travel adjustment on the pitman shaft, just turn the steering wheel back & forth, with the engine off & the vehicle setting still. There should be no slack or movement in the steering wheel. If there is movement and the front wheels don't move, the pitman shaft need adjusting. This excessive movement will cause your vehicle to wonder and hunt on the road, or stray from side to side. Hope this helps, also you can google steering gear repair and get some idea of what you are looking for. Dean


      From: bawolfe10@...
      To: Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
      Sent: Sunday, September 15, 2013 8:24:15 AM
      Subject: [Safarifriends] RE: Steering  play adjustment

       

       No, the Sheppard steering box has no external adjustments.

       

      There is a company in WA that blueprints the steering boxes.  No first hand information, but shops like Henderson and Precision Alignment use them: http://www.redheadsteeringgears.com/

       

      Brett



      --- In safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, <taknoff@...> wrote:

      On steering play  I was looking  to see if it were shims for adjustment or a bolt tension adjustments my steering box.  I have new tires, 4 new shocks, front and rear sway bars ,and steering toe-end was measured and is OK. Any other help would be great.

      Thanks

      Greg

      2000 Sahara 3016,pusher

      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23239 From: rbbwnc Date: 9/25/2013
      Subject: Re: steering drag link

       I am looking for ball joints for my drag link, did you ever find them?



      ---In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, <safarifriends@yahoogroups.com> wrote:

      i am trying to locate a steering drag link for my 2000 continental safari with a magnum chassis . any ideas . I have called the Monaco numbers and they have no input .
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23300 From: bullfrog12136 Date: 10/2/2013
      Subject: replace Steering tires:
      I need to replace my steering tires, 9R22.5 they are getting to old. Does anyone have a good source, I live in Grand Lake Co? I'm having a problem locating the size, and and a good brand at a good price?  Dean
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23301 From: Dave Farley Date: 10/2/2013
      Subject: Re: replace Steering tires:
      I also am looking to replace tires, 9R22.5, on my coach. I find the max weight on mine to be too close to the limit. They are load range F. Is there another size that will carry a load range G rating, and still fit properly on the dual install in the rear? This will allow a lower pressure, and smoother ride.

      Dave
      '95 Safari Ivory Edition, 38', Cummins, 2004 Liberty toad
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23302 From: trekkersmith1 Date: 10/2/2013
      Subject: Re: replace Steering tires:

      Dave,

      Your 9R22.5 tires are still made and sold with a number of brands.  They require a rim width of 6.75", and are in LR F only, in most cases.  Load capacity is around 4,500 on the steer axle, and a little less on the rear duals.  The next size up, 10R22.5 require a wider wheel, so to switch to them, you will likely have to purchase new rims and recalibrate your spedometer.  You may gain nothing except additional cost.  Do you know what your weight ratings takon your front and rear axles, and what your actual corner weights are? 


      You can do a Google search for 9r22.5 tires and find out a lot about what brands are out there and what their prices run.


      If you are an FMCA member, you can take advantage of the special pricing for Michelin tires if that be your preference.

      Gary



      ---In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, <safarifriends@yahoogroups.com> wrote:

      I also am looking to replace tires, 9R22.5, on my coach. I find the max weight on mine to be too close to the limit. They are load range F. Is there another size that will carry a load range G rating, and still fit properly on the dual install in the rear? This will allow a lower pressure, and smoother ride.

      Dave
      '95 Safari Ivory Edition, 38', Cummins, 2004 Liberty toad
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23303 From: stuplich@ymail.com Date: 10/2/2013
      Subject: Re: replace Steering tires:

      Dean

      In 2011 I bought 6 Michelin XZE 9R22.5 tires at a Sam's Club, (for $25 less per tire than the FMCA program price).

      The store had to order them which took about a week.

      I took them to a tire shop for mounting and balancing, because Sam's Club couldn't mount them.

      BTW, I also took the old ones back to Sam's Club for disposal because the disposal was $45 less there than at the tire shop.

      Mel

      '96 Safari



      ---In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, <safarifriends@yahoogroups.com> wrote:

      I need to replace my steering tires, 9R22.5 they are getting to old. Does anyone have a good source, I live in Grand Lake Co? I'm having a problem locating the size, and and a good brand at a good price?  Dean
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23304 From: Rick Rheinlaender Date: 10/2/2013
      Subject: Re: replace Steering tires:
      I replaced the 4 rear tires on our continental. At GCR tire they are nation wide.  I had 9r-22.5. hankook tires put on. Wish I had them on the front also. But blew a tire in far west Texas and had no choice in what they had  fort Stockton ended up with Sumitomo.   The Hankook tires seem quiter but that may just be my imagination. 

      Sent from my iPad
      Rick Rheinlaender
      40' safari continental, 2000


      On Oct 2, 2013, at 3:35 PM, <stuplich@...> wrote:

       

      Dean

      In 2011 I bought 6 Michelin XZE 9R22.5 tires at a Sam's Club, (for $25 less per tire than the FMCA program price).

      The store had to order them which took about a week.

      I took them to a tire shop for mounting and balancing, because Sam's Club couldn't mount them.

      BTW, I also took the old ones back to Sam's Club for disposal because the disposal was $45 less there than at the tire shop.

      Mel

      '96 Safari



      ---In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, <safarifriends@yahoogroups.com> wrote:

      I need to replace my steering tires, 9R22.5 they are getting to old. Does anyone have a good source, I live in Grand Lake Co? I'm having a problem locating the size, and and a good brand at a good price?  Dean

      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23305 From: DOUGLAS BRANCH Date: 10/2/2013
      Subject: Re: replace Steering tires:
      I put on a set(6) of brigstones tires (same size) and 13k in they don't even look worn.

      Sent from my iPhone4 Doug
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23307 From: wolfe102001 Date: 10/2/2013
      Subject: Re: replace Steering tires:

      Doug,


      What tires did you have before and what difference in ride/handling did you see between the old ones and the Bridgstones.


      Were they the R250F 9R22.5?


      Brett



      ---In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, <safarifriends@yahoogroups.com> wrote:

      I put on a set(6) of brigstones tires (same size) and 13k in they don't even look worn.

      Sent from my iPhone4 Doug
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23326 From: mutiger1947 Date: 10/3/2013
      Subject: Re: replace Steering tires:

      I replaced the steering tires on our coach in spring 2011.  I wound up getting the tires from Loves Travel Center.  I believe they are BF Goodrich brand. But I was told they were an actual earlier model Michelin design.  Apparently some of the Michelin tire models become BF Goodrich tire models after a few years. Or, at least that is what I was told at that time.



      ---In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, <safarifriends@yahoogroups.com> wrote:

      I put on a set(6) of brigstones tires (same size) and 13k in they don't even look worn.

      Sent from my iPhone4 Doug
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23978 From: wolfe102001 Date: 12/8/2013
      Subject: House Battery Wiring To Fuse Box
      Coach electrical worked flawlessly for the last week.  Today, with both battery banks at 13.5 VDC, no power to 12 VDC in the coach.

      Cycling the "salesman switch" by the door did nothing.

      Would very much appreciate info from someone who has wiring diagram and/or first hand experience.

      Specifically what is between the house battery bank and the 12 VDC fuse boxes?

      Is there an in-line fuse?

      Does the "salesman switch" by the door control a solenoid or is it a manual switch with power going from battery to switch and back to fuse boxes?  If solenoid, where is it located?

      Its COLD out, or I would just crawl under and follow the wires.

      Thanks.

      Brett
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23979 From: Bryan Moore Date: 12/8/2013
      Subject: Re: House Battery Wiring To Fuse Box
      It operates a solenoid on My unit. It is located behind a cover in the last bay on the passengers side. 



      On Sunday, December 8, 2013 12:58:17 PM, "bawolfe10@..." <bawolfe10@...> wrote:
       
      Coach electrical worked flawlessly for the last week.  Today, with both battery banks at 13.5 VDC, no power to 12 VDC in the coach.

      Cycling the "salesman switch" by the door did nothing.

      Would very much appreciate info from someone who has wiring diagram and/or first hand experience.

      Specifically what is between the house battery bank and the 12 VDC fuse boxes?

      Is there an in-line fuse?

      Does the "salesman switch" by the door control a solenoid or is it a manual switch with power going from battery to switch and back to fuse boxes?  If solenoid, where is it located?

      Its COLD out, or I would just crawl under and follow the wires.

      Thanks.

      Brett


      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23980 From: wolfe102001 Date: 12/8/2013
      Subject: Re: House Battery Wiring To Fuse Box
      Thanks, Byran.

      BTW, our coach is a 1997 Safari Sahara 3540.

      Brett
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23981 From: Marsha Morgan Date: 12/8/2013
      Subject: Re: House Battery Wiring To Fuse Box
      We have a 97 Safari Sahara 30 ft and it is in the battery compartment. 

      On Dec 8, 2013, at 3:23 PM, <bawolfe10@...> wrote:

       

      Thanks, Byran.

      BTW, our coach is a 1997 Safari Sahara 3540.

      Brett

      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23982 From: Rod Jacobsen Date: 12/8/2013
      Subject: Re: House Battery Wiring To Fuse Box
      Brett
      There should be a pair of heavy duty in line fuses (one for the coach and one for the chassis ) on my 99 sahara they are in the engine compartment close to the battery isolator. You should have power on both sides of each one. 




      On Dec 8, 2013, at 11:58 AM, <bawolfe10@...> wrote:

       

      Coach electrical worked flawlessly for the last week.  Today, with both battery banks at 13.5 VDC, no power to 12 VDC in the coach.

      Cycling the "salesman switch" by the door did nothing.

      Would very much appreciate info from someone who has wiring diagram and/or first hand experience.

      Specifically what is between the house battery bank and the 12 VDC fuse boxes?

      Is there an in-line fuse?

      Does the "salesman switch" by the door control a solenoid or is it a manual switch with power going from battery to switch and back to fuse boxes?  If solenoid, where is it located?

      Its COLD out, or I would just crawl under and follow the wires.

      Thanks.

      Brett

      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23983 From: wolfe102001 Date: 12/8/2013
      Subject: Re: House Battery Wiring To Fuse Box
      Thanks, Rod.

      Will check them as well as the "salesman switch" controlled solenoid.

      That should save some COLD under coach recon.

      Brett
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23984 From: Dale Maggio Date: 12/8/2013
      Subject: Re: House Battery Wiring To Fuse Box
      Heck, here in Santa Cruz, it's a balmy 41. And that ain't Centigrade.

      -=Dale=-

      --------------------------------------------
      On Sun, 12/8/13, bawolfe10@... <bawolfe10@...> wrote:

      Subject: [Safarifriends] House Battery Wiring To Fuse Box
      To: Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com
      Date: Sunday, December 8, 2013, 11:58 AM
















       









      Coach electrical worked flawlessly for the last
      week.  Today, with both battery banks at 13.5 VDC, no
      power to 12 VDC in the coach.

      Cycling the "salesman switch" by the door did
      nothing.

      Would very much appreciate info from someone who has wiring
      diagram and/or first hand experience.

      Specifically what is between the house battery bank and the
      12 VDC fuse boxes?

      Is there an in-line fuse?

      Does the "salesman switch" by the door control a
      solenoid or is it a manual switch with power going from
      battery to switch and back to fuse boxes?  If solenoid,
      where is it located?

      Its COLD out, or I would just crawl under and follow the
      wires.

      Thanks.

      Brett
      Group: Safarifriends Message: 23987 From: stuplich@ymail.com Date: 12/9/2013
      Subject: Re: House Battery Wiring To Fuse Box

      Brett
      in my coach the "salesman switch", (which controls the 12vdc to the fuse box/panel/box in a cabinet above the bed). is in the step well.

      It is mechanical/manual..... (there is no solenoid).


      The backside and terminals are accessible through the compartment door forward of the entry door.


      To determine if the switch is faulty, temporarily jump the terminals on the back of the salesman switch.


      I may be wrong, but I don't believe there is a fuse in the wires/cables from the the house battery bank, through the switch, to that fuse box/panel.


      Good luck.


      Mel

      '96 Sahara 3530




      ---In Safarifriends@yahoogroups.com, <bawolfe10@...> wrote:

      Coach electrical worked flawlessly for the last week.  Today, with both battery banks at 13.5 VDC, no power to 12 VDC in the coach.

      Cycling the "salesman switch" by the door did nothing.

      Would very much appreciate info from someone who has wiring diagram and/or first hand experience.

      Specifically what is between the house battery bank and the 12 VDC fuse boxes?

      Is there an in-line fuse?

      Does the "salesman switch" by the door control a solenoid or is it a manual switch with power going from battery to switch and back to fuse boxes?  If solenoid, where is it located?

      Its COLD out, or I would just crawl under and follow the wires.

      Thanks.

      Brett