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stamar

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  1. what does run the roof air conditioner then? I will have to analyze the wiring to this battery later. in theory then isnt this inverter connected to the main battery? is that what runs the lights? you can see around the cab theres a variety of lights none of them come on.
  2. 1979 dolphin 500 Its in arcata ca but soon to relocate to portland oregon
  3. I found the coach battery. was in a cabinet, not vented outside. Theres currently no sign of electricity in the coach from anything, any light or anything so there must be a fuse. I doubt the battery is alive but ill pull it out tommorow. in that cabinet theres something labeled inverter. no sign of either a generator or a solar panel. probably time to go to costco and get a deep cycle battery.
  4. it doesnt seem to list a 2nd battery. what are the things that run off the 2nd battery? are there lights, and the roof air? i cant seem to get those started. Where would it be in the cabin? Its not in any of the many outer opening things. National RV 1979 Dolphin 500.pdf
  5. strangely enough, i believe i have lt tires on my duallies. If I found 14 inch 5 lug rims would that be safer?
  6. well, if you are replacing the wheel, why replace it with a 14 inch tire?
  7. I have a 79 dolphin with a bowed rear suspension, 5 lug what air springs fit this dually? direct link please
  8. http://lightbox-phot..._415474_thm.jpg I do indeed have a dangerous 5 lug rear axel I do not have any air bags. I have 5 leaf springs, and Im almost certain I see whats called a helper spring already installed. rear end is scraping, about like 5 inches off the ground. should I install air bags? link me to the ones installed. im new to this large motorhome sort of driving experience but not new to trucks. Its my opinion right now that the springs are bowed shot worn out and worthless. I might be able to use the helper springs installed on them however. please link me to the springs I need and what they are called....
  9. In the event there are airbags, what are the shocks used? Ill go ahead and research a rear end upgrade. but toyota leaf springs are so cheap. I basically want brand new leaf springs, new shocks. I dont know if there are air bags, where do I look that up because I sure cant see under the thing. the rear suspension is shot basically bouncing left to right in turns. Im not sure if air bags could cause that. what I am looking for though is the spring size im looking for and the shock type so I can start shopping. as far as I know, I can get new springs and new shocks for under $300 actually shipped to me. I want basically a brand new suspension. are the front springs and shocks always the same as a 79 toyota truck?
  10. my 79 doesnt seem to have an external battery. where would an external battery be?
  11. thanks Im about to take pictures right now, Ill put them in this post. I am also looking for the amount and viscosity for the rear differential, and the transmission oil, and a diy link... and the amount and shape and name of the coolant hoses.. also how is the rear air supposed to start?
  12. just got this thing runs fine but the suspension is a bit shot. seems to be bowed down on the end. this is a 79, dually. What are the springs and shocks I should use? Does a dually use the same as a 79 truck? help me out, for the leaf springs and rear shocks can I get a direct link? Also, what are the main quick ways people get more power out of a 20r?
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