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by Safaritoonces
Mon Jul 26, 2021 7:46 am
Forum: Chassis
Topic: ABS Sensor Install and Part Number needed
Replies: 2
Views: 3873

ABS Sensor Install and Part Number needed

My drivers rear ABS sensor 2000 Safari Continental is damaged. Can anyone tell me how to change it and the part number please? I took the coach to have it inspected and the air bags were not operating correctly and the bouncing ripped the sensor out. I.will submit a project on the issues I found wit...
by Safaritoonces
Mon Jul 19, 2021 9:09 am
Forum: Electrical & Electronics
Topic: Brake Switch Repair and Workaround
Replies: 3
Views: 5019

Re: Brake Switch Repair and Workaround

Thanks Mel... I am going to get one as a spare. With no tow vehicle... and no part number I found myself at the mercy of the shop. They were honest but an inspection shop and limited knowledge. The switch internals were good but the wires I think were left to move and the miles of road vibration bro...
by Safaritoonces
Sat Jul 17, 2021 11:50 pm
Forum: Electrical & Electronics
Topic: Brake Switch Repair and Workaround
Replies: 3
Views: 5019

Brake Switch Repair and Workaround

This is a project to provide the functionality of the brake switch when the brake switch had failed and a replacement was not available. The last part of the project is how to repair the brake switch. This should be applicable to almost any motorhome brake switch. https://safaritoonces.org/safari-to...
by Safaritoonces
Wed Jul 07, 2021 1:24 pm
Forum: Coach Upgrades & Updates
Topic: Replacing the Dometic Thermostat
Replies: 0
Views: 12281

Replacing the Dometic Thermostat

This is a post with the wiring diagrams and explanations used to replace the Dometic Thermostat in a Safari 2000 Continental motorhome. The technical information is not related specifically to a motorhome but should be applicable to any AC and Heater system used in the majority of RV's and trailers....
by Safaritoonces
Mon Jun 07, 2021 9:59 pm
Forum: Coach Upgrades & Updates
Topic: High Resolution Camera System: Driving and Surveillance
Replies: 7
Views: 9144

Re: High Resolution Camera System: Driving and Surveillance

Hi Mel I would agree about too many cameras... if you are watching them all the time. This for me will be like a big rear view mirror. I like to check and see what happening before making any moves... old and paranoid. Plus the co-pilot can be assigned the task of paying closer attention (if they ac...
by Safaritoonces
Mon Jun 07, 2021 2:52 pm
Forum: Coach Upgrades & Updates
Topic: Cat Residence in External Bay
Replies: 2
Views: 3399

Re: Cat Residence in External Bay

Thank you. About 3 years after we lost Toonces we got another Main Coon. Pussimus... my wife names the cats :) . There is a picture of him in the last project I posted on the camera setup. 18lbs and he was able to jump from the bed into the cabinet. He seems to have leveled out in his weight but he ...
by Safaritoonces
Mon Jun 07, 2021 12:33 am
Forum: Coach Upgrades & Updates
Topic: High Resolution Camera System: Driving and Surveillance
Replies: 7
Views: 9144

High Resolution Camera System: Driving and Surveillance

This is the first part of a multipart presentation on the project to add 5 video cameras for driving and security. The system is built from inexpensive components combined with free software for driving and surveillance. This part deals with the basics of the WIFI system components, setup, and selec...
by Safaritoonces
Mon May 10, 2021 10:27 am
Forum: Drivetrain
Topic: CAT engine seminar FAQ circa 2003
Replies: 2
Views: 2570

Re: CAT engine seminar FAQ circa 2003

Thanks for posting this.
by Safaritoonces
Mon Mar 15, 2021 6:27 pm
Forum: Coach Upgrades & Updates
Topic: Oil Centrifuge and Oil Sampling System
Replies: 0
Views: 11385

Oil Centrifuge and Oil Sampling System

This project shows the addition of an air driven oil bypass centrifuge system for cleaning the oil down to .5 microns. A normal high efficiency filter will clean to about 10 microns. Most wear occurs in the 5 - 8 micron rate. There is an oil sample system in the engine service bay to allow sampling ...