tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post3576169459476306110..comments2024-03-28T01:19:35.439-04:00Comments on Travel with Kevin and Ruth: A little frustrated...Kevin Readhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05795747155781311686noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-3200554853249641822018-10-29T10:16:09.655-04:002018-10-29T10:16:09.655-04:00Well, if what Kevin did to Sherman yesterday doesn...Well, if what Kevin did to Sherman yesterday doesn't work then we will get a mechanic. If nothing else, Sherman just got a really good tune-up done in the process.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-34658916774533148632018-10-29T10:14:27.283-04:002018-10-29T10:14:27.283-04:00Thanks Chris, we are hanging in there but the thre...Thanks Chris, we are hanging in there but the thread is getting thinner! ;-)Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-31888043570896753982018-10-29T10:13:33.426-04:002018-10-29T10:13:33.426-04:00We don't think so because it isn't happeni...We don't think so because it isn't happening all the time but who knows! Kevin changed out a few more things yesterday and put in a fuel additive that is supposed to help if there is moisture in the fuel tank and if these things don't work then we will look for a mechanic. :-(Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-20703984033173200052018-10-29T10:09:59.705-04:002018-10-29T10:09:59.705-04:00We have definitely thought about the moisture caus...We have definitely thought about the moisture causing the problem, so Kevin put in a fuel treatment additive to help correct that problem, if that might have been the issue. It is also possible that the moisture could be affecting something else as well. It is really hard to diagnose these things. If we are still having problems today then we will get a mechanic to have a look.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-42964589152476567982018-10-29T10:03:41.514-04:002018-10-29T10:03:41.514-04:00We already changed the coil and that didn't ma...We already changed the coil and that didn't make a difference. We will see how today goes, now that Kevin as swapped out the spark plugs and the rest of the wires. Our fingers are crossed but Kevin isn't all that hopeful.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-10699641860741166642018-10-29T10:01:59.710-04:002018-10-29T10:01:59.710-04:00Yes, we really have and all things considered othe...Yes, we really have and all things considered other than regular normal maintenance and replacing tires we really haven't spent that much on Sherman over the years. It seems that this year is our catch up year for repairs! ;-) Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-41729822266452433872018-10-29T09:59:00.000-04:002018-10-29T09:59:00.000-04:00Yep, the mechanics in Mexico are miracle workers, ...Yep, the mechanics in Mexico are miracle workers, Criegh. You would be surprised at what they can do, especially if they don't have or can't get the parts. They hate throwing things out.<br /><br />Glad you got your issue resolved Pat, hopefully we will get ours solved soon as well. We have definitely been looking at all our options and I think if what Kevin did yesterday doesn't work, we will be looking for a mechanic rather that just throwing more money into what "might" be the problem.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-30985442410647168412018-10-29T09:53:58.052-04:002018-10-29T09:53:58.052-04:00Things will get repaired it is just a matter of wh...Things will get repaired it is just a matter of when! It is frustrating but we are working on it, and yes there are so many things that it could be and diagnosing it can be and issue. Sherman, didn't just start acting up, he did this before when we arrived into Hope back in September as well, so we really don't think that it is "bad" fuel but it is possible that it might be related to a moisture problem because it was a wet day that day as well. Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-43680817660861030042018-10-29T07:31:03.765-04:002018-10-29T07:31:03.765-04:00Sometimes it is better to just pay the money and h...Sometimes it is better to just pay the money and have this issues diagnosed and repaired, good luck.our awesome travelshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13031755671050584629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-32197767147330668312018-10-28T22:19:52.928-04:002018-10-28T22:19:52.928-04:00I changed the plugs today and finished installing ...I changed the plugs today and finished installing the extreme temperature wires. And, I replaced the distributor cap and rotor the other day.<br /><br />No, there is no crank or camshaft position sensor on this engine. That didn't start until the 96 model year and Sherman is a 1995.<br /><br />There are no vacuum hoses to the distributor. Only to the MAP sensor... which may very well be bad. But, I'm done guessing.Kevin Readhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05795747155781311686noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-48161737823494874252018-10-28T22:13:02.231-04:002018-10-28T22:13:02.231-04:00That trip was DEFINITELY hard on Sherman! I agree ...That trip was DEFINITELY hard on Sherman! I agree with your statement <i>"It was a great trip but very hard on my equipment."</i><br /><br />He has a lot more squeaks and rattles than he ever did before, and we're certain it's related to that trip up to the Arctic Ocean. Again... were glad we did it, but it was rough going!Kevin Readhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05795747155781311686noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-35353343418662019272018-10-28T21:56:21.813-04:002018-10-28T21:56:21.813-04:00Sorry to hear of your problems. Do you think it mi...Sorry to hear of your problems. Do you think it might have been precipitated by your travels this summer up the Yukon? I was about a week behind you guys for most of the summer and now that I've been home for a month and a half I have found so much that has broken or worn on my trailer that it's just unbelievable. It was a great trip but very hard on my equipment. <br />Joehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08507048978550792494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-57140761851815315322018-10-28T20:43:47.537-04:002018-10-28T20:43:47.537-04:00I know you probably checked a lot . But if you hav...I know you probably checked a lot . But if you have a spark plug tester put that between the coil and the distributor started it up. And try to bring your RPM down as low as possible almost just before stall <br />You may be able to see and abnormality in the flash sequence<br />You could do the same thing to each individual spark plug (directly from the spark plug)<br /> I'm sure you checked the distributor cap for hair line cracks and ruled that out <br />Is your engine equipped with a cam or crank sensor they usually make it runner ruff but not skip ?<br />If you suspect any moisture CRC spray is good for that type a problem<br />The last thing I would look at is (possible loose wire chafed wire for poor ground )trace the wires from the distributor and sensors as far back as you can go to the ignition switch. my reasoning is. when you're sitting at idle it runs fine nothing is moving on the vehicle. when you start to move it's Acts up <br /> Do you have any vacuum hoses they run to the distributor ?<br /><br />Mister edhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00293854096422236002noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-16553707594254323922018-10-28T19:40:00.037-04:002018-10-28T19:40:00.037-04:00We did the MAF sensor on a trip to the south of ou...We did the MAF sensor on a trip to the south of our state when we had the Pathfinder. Found the part on Ebay and it did the trick. I know Sherman doesn't have one but it was pretty much the same thing. We made it home before the part did. <br /><br />It can be frustrating and it creates lots of uncertainty. Hang in there. livingboondockingmexicohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00003564008991269152noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-79047510809811286372018-10-28T19:18:44.233-04:002018-10-28T19:18:44.233-04:00Sherman does not have a MAF sensor, however he doe...Sherman does not have a MAF sensor, however he does have a MAP (Manifold Absolute Pressure) sensor that does something like the same thing.Kevin Readhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05795747155781311686noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-46792932202439863762018-10-28T19:10:10.942-04:002018-10-28T19:10:10.942-04:00Fuel delivery issue?
Fuel delivery issue?<br />Doug and Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15871784919365473814noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-83381553858154926722018-10-28T18:53:18.770-04:002018-10-28T18:53:18.770-04:00I believe your motor has a Mass Airflow Sensor (MA...I believe your motor has a Mass Airflow Sensor (MAF). When it gets dirty, the motor will run like crap. It is very easy to clean. It should be located in the intake air just after the air filter. Any decent auto parts store should have a spray can of cleaner made just for MAF cleaning. Should only take about 15 minutes to take it out and spray it clean. If it is VERY dirty, you can take a Q tip and VERY GENTLY clean the 3 (or 4) sensing wires on the MAF. With a little bit of luck, this might be the problem. Good Luck, we are rooting for you.<br />ChrisJeepershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18356237896070998589noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-26066942401478079002018-10-28T18:26:22.721-04:002018-10-28T18:26:22.721-04:00Vapor lock?? Rain!! Thats we moved from that side ...Vapor lock?? Rain!! Thats we moved from that side of the mountains!Hope all gets fixed!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08076591632598771256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-49289432877099766982018-10-28T17:20:06.060-04:002018-10-28T17:20:06.060-04:00Holy crap, ECM rebuilt and it works perfectly? Tha...Holy crap, ECM rebuilt and it works perfectly? That's not a mechanic, that's a miracle worker. Speaking as a former mechanic. Creigh Gordonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05267728698204033199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-81785424327844034052018-10-28T17:01:30.843-04:002018-10-28T17:01:30.843-04:00Let's see, I will weigh in and say coil and/or...Let's see, I will weigh in and say coil and/or the rest of the spark plug wires youy are putting on. Good idea to toss in new plugs at the same time. They're cheap and if you got 20,000 miles on the old ones, why not?KarenInTheWoodshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05884478307015605168noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-84014079870402767852018-10-28T16:45:14.199-04:002018-10-28T16:45:14.199-04:00You have kept your repair costs down a lot over ti...You have kept your repair costs down a lot over time by doing most jobs yourself but like you say, sometimes you have to call in the pros!Crofthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17634815881045387152noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-28241956156870291232018-10-28T15:33:03.682-04:002018-10-28T15:33:03.682-04:00Geraldine reminded me - this is EXACTLY to a T wha...Geraldine reminded me - this is EXACTLY to a T what happened 1st time went to Mexico. ANd I like you, changed same parts & more.....ONLY to find out was ECM! Limped to PV to repair shop; was told could fix problem! BC of trouble diagnosing this - still unsure - Mex gentleman, proudly pulled his ECM off his truck & put into ours (matched) .....ran perfect! Camped in nice enclosed fort like repair shop/owner's house. ECM rebuilt PERFECTLY! COst $50 vs $500 US! Good Luck...some things really hard to diagnose; hit & miss! This MAN knew - you met him, owner of RV park in LaCruz - sent us there be his truck did SAME thing! We had limped the last few hours to LaCruz, originally! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18239056834765220303noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-60377615767302663042018-10-28T13:54:01.305-04:002018-10-28T13:54:01.305-04:00P.S. or something is getting moisture when it shou...P.S. or something is getting moisture when it should be dry....with all that rain and fog. Rita from Phoenixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08722798328449733244noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7171307653508307040.post-62599473743595795782018-10-28T13:52:34.617-04:002018-10-28T13:52:34.617-04:00Crossing my fingers all gets repaired. It is frust...Crossing my fingers all gets repaired. It is frustrating with not knowing exactly what is wrong with a vehicle. I know nothing of cars engines and other components so you are one up on me in at least diagnosing what could be wrong. But I have a feeling you may have bought defective gas (poor gas). It just seems odd Sherman would act up one day when it was operating just fine the day before. Hoping all goes well with Sherman. Rita from Phoenixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08722798328449733244noreply@blogger.com