Onan 4000 watt RV generator Repairs, Service, and Common Problems

Поделиться
HTML-код
  • Опубликовано: 15 сен 2022
  • I did safely return from my cross-country 2021 Allegro RED delivery to Kentucky, only to get back to work on this Jayco Greyhawk.
    This Class C has what is known as an Onan 4KY 4000 watt RV generator. After installing the new AC unit, I spoke to the owners and discussed the issue of the generator surging sometimes. They agreed that ontop of the service they wanted performed anyway, to repair the issue with a new carburetor, as the old one was having some issues. I discovered the fuel line was also cracking, rigid and needed replacement too. I know, some would say just re-build, but re-build time is still expensive with no assurance the problem is fixed at the end, so I chose to replace and instruct owners how vital running it one hour a month is. The oil service is ridiculously easy, and DIY is a great way to recoup the money spent on a new carburetor :)
    Thanks for watching!
    Onan 4KY carburetor p/n A042P619: amzn.to/3BMGzUm
    Air filter p/n 140-3280:
    amzn.to/3QSm7po
  • Авто/МотоАвто/Мото

Комментарии • 374

  • @Gatorwatch916
    @Gatorwatch916 9 месяцев назад +7

    Thanks for NOT including background music over your narration!

  • @brianshaw6511
    @brianshaw6511 5 месяцев назад +3

    Thank you for this video, my onan was surging, bought a new carb, followed your steps, swapped the old for new, generator started right up, no surge, running smoothly. Also put in the gas shut off valve, and ran it for an hour, then shut off the gas to the generator, let it run out, then parked it. Really appreciate you, thank you.

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  5 месяцев назад

      Glad it helped

  • @PeterPedroA.Cintron-421Pc
    @PeterPedroA.Cintron-421Pc Год назад +7

    I'm 60 years old and every time I see you do work like this I feel that I should be right there next to you helping you up at least holding the camera 😊✌🏽

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад +1

      I'm terrible to work with

    • @PeterPedroA.Cintron-421Pc
      @PeterPedroA.Cintron-421Pc Год назад

      @@AZExpert
      Terrible my dad was terrible but I kept my cool and just listened and worked with him I found out that if I just kept my mouth shut and paid attention that I Wood learn and I did learn that is why I was always The apprentice plus you have to remember my dad was in the Army for 8 years so I had to watch and learn he was a great mechanic back in his time he taught me everything I know now ✌🏽

    • @robertlarsen5979
      @robertlarsen5979 Год назад +2

      I'm 73 and now my mantra is "I used to be able to do that".

  • @Centexgem
    @Centexgem 9 дней назад +1

    Great detail! I was able to clean the carb with SeaFoam and other products. But it took a while. Now running it monthly has maintained function. Pushing the button once a month is easier than what you just viewed here.

  • @christopherhass3069
    @christopherhass3069 Месяц назад +1

    This guy hit every snag I did. If he can do it you can do it. Thank you Sir.

  • @JohnSnow-de4kd
    @JohnSnow-de4kd 2 месяца назад +1

    Thanks very much for this video - I was able to replace my carb (and gas line) after being without a running generator for over a year. My model was exactly the same as the one in your video and there is probably no way I would have been able to do this job without watching your video a few times - Thanks! I have to say though, that I had a lot more trouble getting the gaskets in place and lined up in order to get the two bolts put in, but I eventually was able to get it put together and it's now purring like a kitten!! You are also correct when you say that these OEM carbs are VERY expensive...I live in British Columbia, Canada and the purchase price for the carb was $997.89 + tax (Canadian dollars), plus gaskets. Took a chance a bought it after viewing you video and thankfully it worked!

  • @stevemarquez9628
    @stevemarquez9628 Год назад +38

    I got tired of replacing nearly $400 carbs so I went with an Amazon carb. It's been 3 years, so far so good. At the time I couldn't find a carb and figured I would only be out of $30.Honestly I think the biggest fix was the in-line fuel shut off. I run my generator once a month and after an hour, open the compartment and cover and shut off the fuel. It runs dry in 2-3 minutes and fires right up next time around. If I'm out using it I don't bother until we are packing up. I wish I had put the in-line shut off in when my generator was new, it probably would have saved a lot of money and headaches.

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад +9

      that's a really good idea too. Thank you

    • @NackDSP
      @NackDSP Год назад +12

      I use my fuel shut off valve and now also open the drain screw on the float bowl. The previous owner of my RV installed the valve. Unfortunately he cut back the corrugated plastic heat shield on the fuel line so I had vapor lock happening on hot days this summer. I finally figured it out and put more shielding on the hose and aluminum tape on the heat shield. Weird that they went out of their way to run the fuel line right by the cylinder head on the way back to the carb. If the fuel line is too long it makes it worse.

    • @bobblack3870
      @bobblack3870 Год назад +5

      No matter what gas-powered motor I have, if it will not be used in the next two weeks, I also turn off the fuel and run it dry. Solves lots of maintenance problems. Buy a cut-off valve to insert into the fuel line. And if your motor does not have a fuel filter, consider it mandatory - but an RV setup should have one already.

    • @henryvalz93
      @henryvalz93 Год назад +2

      Do you have the link for the Amazon carb?

  • @stevegordon5243
    @stevegordon5243 Год назад +6

    Excellent video! Really appreciate you taking the time to film this! Now I know how to service my Onan 4000 Generator

  • @alexchliwnyj5941
    @alexchliwnyj5941 Год назад +4

    Great video as always. I found something that might be really helpful. Last year my Onan 5500 wasn't running right so I removed and cleaned the carburetor only to have the same problem this year. After watching countless videos I finally found this on RUclips, "Updated Onan Marquis Gold 5500 Generator How Stop Carburetor Surging Without Removing Carburetor." In the video he removes the plastic cover that restricts the main jet altitude adjustment range . I carefully pried off the plastic cover without removing the carb.and unscrewed and cleaned the jet needle. I screwed it in until it was fully closed and then opened it 3 turns. It started right away and his rich/ lean adjustment procedure got it running perfect. Without the plastic cover you can adjust the jet and compensate for manufacturing tolerances and varnish buildup. Maybe everyone is replacing Onan carburetors because they get a little varnish and there is not enough adjustment range so it runs too lean. I just could not accept that such a simple carburetor could go bad and have to be replaced.

  • @alanthompson7674
    @alanthompson7674 Год назад +11

    Thanks so much for what you do for all of us viewers! Love your stuff.

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад

      sneaky how they cover it up

  • @dinosaur6756
    @dinosaur6756 Год назад +3

    Omg. $500 for a replacement carb is utterly insane. A tech could easily charge $1000 or more to do the job you just showed us. Spend the 5 minutes to drain the bowl if you're not planning to run the genny or before storing your rig, people. Great stuff James.

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад +1

      Thanks for watching! :)

    • @dinosaur6756
      @dinosaur6756 Год назад +1

      @@AZExpert Are you kidding? I've watched every video you've ever posted on the channel. One day I'm gonna show up, having rented the work space next to yours, you wont be able to shut me up and I'm probably gonna need to borrow some of your tools...just kidding James, I have my own tools. Lol. No really, I love the channel and have learned loads of stuff because of it. I know it's a pain in the ass to record stuff when your trying to do a job so I truly appreciate all the effort.

  • @corrtechit2901
    @corrtechit2901 Год назад +6

    So nice to see the proper steps. Thank you so much!

  • @FreedomIsntFree2023
    @FreedomIsntFree2023 Год назад +3

    Well done sir!! Loving the full length, step by step process on how to remedy this situation! Thank you

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @davidpeel8431
    @davidpeel8431 11 месяцев назад

    Excellent video, clear video, and instructions from someone who actually knows what he is doing, you are the best. Thank you so much.

  • @timjohnston9764
    @timjohnston9764 2 месяца назад

    Thanks for the vid. Just purchased a 2002 winni with the onan 4000 and feeling much better with understanding its issues and maintenance. It’s sad that Cummings parts are so expensive and yes their labour is too. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge and instruction! Tim from 🇨🇦

  • @kennyblemel2503
    @kennyblemel2503 Месяц назад +2

    Thank you. The best explanation and how to I have located.

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Месяц назад

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @DavidHBurkart
    @DavidHBurkart Год назад +2

    Stellar fix and replacement James! Appreciate the info and troubleshooting tips! Those carbs will varnish up quickly if infrequently used. Gotta run 'em or they will fail to run correctly or at all when you need them most. Always tricky steps getting those gaskets on right.

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад

      Thanks for watching David

  • @CrazyMooseManor
    @CrazyMooseManor Год назад +2

    My father had one that wouldn't stay running after sitting up for a few years. Tried cleaning the original one and could never find a rebuild kit. With no luck.. After seeing new prices and knowing he was going to sell it since he was about 85 at the time just put a knock off one on it. It ran fine for the few months he had it before it sold. After watching your video I would go with OEM for my personal toy hauler.
    Now I need to check the voltage and hertz after watching your video. Great video and content as always.

  • @patalexander3702
    @patalexander3702 11 месяцев назад

    Mr. James, You awesome! If a fellow couldn’t follow you on how to “service”, and carb/ exchange- replace with new on this Onan generator, then he needs you to do the work.

  • @philw7174
    @philw7174 Год назад +2

    Welcome back. Another great video. Very informative, funny, thanks for the tip not to get the oil squirt at my face, thank you James. Happy trails!

  • @grecopena
    @grecopena Год назад +2

    Appreciate this video. I have a propane 3500 with starting problems and I think it’s the carb, but I’m getting too old for this DYI. It’s been difficult finding a generator mechanic, but thank you for pointing out the probable problems. From a happy 1996 Safari Trek owner.

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад

      You are most welcome

  • @tracythorn2918
    @tracythorn2918 Год назад

    For so many years I've seen people using Honda generators vs the onboard gen due to the onboard not running or being too loud. If Honda had made a bolt-in replacement built to the same standard at their portables they would have sold a lot of them. It's always fun to watch you work AZ Expert!

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад

      Thanks for watching!

  • @anthonyb2334
    @anthonyb2334 Год назад +1

    Thank you for an update excellent video. I’ve had a number of carbs replaced over the last 25 years. After your video, I might try it myself next and if it happens again. I drain the fuel now. ( Learned the hard way this must get done).
    Great information. Thank you

  • @keithsaunders2532
    @keithsaunders2532 Год назад

    Mine must be a different model. Rubber fuel line goes to the pump. Which I replaced when I checked it for fuel flow (none). Then it has rigid lines from the pump to the carb. Had the same pulsing issue. Local Cummins service center fixed it. Damn carb is $700 from Onan. And now it's slow starting and pulsing again. I'll do the Seafoam thing again. Got another pump just in case. And I'll always keep a spare on hand. You have so much hose distance for crap gas to live. I think that's the biggest issue. Bypassed the control module on my Quickie step too. Outrageous price. Double pole double throw momentary switch in the stair area. A small inconvenience but a simple fix. Thanks James. You have the best videos for us that think we can DIY. LOL. I've even replaced awning fabric. Touchy situation but not that hard. Replaced the ratchet end assembly when I did it. Like brand new. Wish I could find some good awning fabric. Or maybe make or buy a cover. Amazon fabric doesn't last long. Any suggestions? Window awnings are original cloth and work great.

  • @iglapsu88
    @iglapsu88 Год назад +7

    Thanks James! Using ethanol-free fuel (if you can find it) can help to avoid spoiling fuel and varnish build up in addition to running once a month under load. Love the great content! Even watched the annoying commercials to help with your RUclips stats!

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад +1

      Thanks for the info! Sorry, youtube puts those breaks in automatically, but I took some out. thanks for letting me know.

    • @rnreajr9184
      @rnreajr9184 Год назад +1

      I second the use of ethanol-free fuel. When I store gas engines for extend periods of time I prefer to run them out of fuel first (until the engine dies) to remove any remaining fuel. I also change the oil at this point to also get any fuel-contaminated oil out of the crankcase. It seems to work for me. The downside with an RV is that (I am assuming) the generator runs off of the RV's fuel supply, so that would mean using ethanol-free fuel in the RV also, which, around Utah at least, is a bit pricier than regular unleaded. But it does have more BTU's than regular unleaded with ethanol, so there's that. If you must use ethanol'ed fuel in the RV, add a tap to the generator fuel line so that you can draw from a separate tank with the "clean" gas, or at least run it through the generator from a gas can at the end of the season. It's a lot of extra work to do, but it will help make the genset last longer, and RV's should be worth the extra care to help them last longer.

    • @georgec4917
      @georgec4917 Год назад

      I only use ethanol free gas in all my small engines I also put it in my Harley when winter rolls around and never have a problem when they sit for extended periods of time

    • @jeffwhite3021
      @jeffwhite3021 11 месяцев назад

      These run off the motorhomes main tank. Ethanol-free isn't practical.

    • @iglapsu88
      @iglapsu88 11 месяцев назад

      @@jeffwhite3021 good point.

  • @kmr7825
    @kmr7825 7 месяцев назад

    Great video, I used it as a reference to replace not only the carburetor but the fuel pump as well (gen would crank but not start, replaced with all Onan parts). It runs now, however, it surges. Oh well, the joys of RVs.

  • @loridubiel1638
    @loridubiel1638 Год назад

    Thank you! I followed your instructions and my new carburetor is working!!

  • @KevinCoop1
    @KevinCoop1 Год назад +3

    James, this is the exact video I was needing! Our RV we bought must have sat for a while before they sold it to the dealer. It was running exactly like the one you showed. Hard to start and loped badly. I’ve run quite a bit of Sea foam through the RV and Generator from the tank.
    Now it runs much better after it starts, but is hard to start. In my mind, I can’t justify $500 for a replacement OEM carb. Just too hard to swallow that one. Thanks for the video! Respectfully, Kevin

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад +1

      Replacing the whole thing is a much bigger expense in the long run

    • @MR_UNOoo
      @MR_UNOoo Год назад +2

      I seen a video where a guy hooked gen up directly to a gas can. And dumped double the seafoam init.. cleaned it right up..

  • @markdemedeiros3239
    @markdemedeiros3239 Год назад +1

    Watching your videos makes me smarter every time. 🤓🤓🤓

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад

      me too! Keep watching! I need all the help I can get!

  • @edwardneilander6427
    @edwardneilander6427 Год назад +1

    Great Video, love the insight and detail. The shorts at the end are great!

  • @proudtexan5513
    @proudtexan5513 Год назад +12

    You do damn good quality work!!! Very detailed!!

  • @dking4995
    @dking4995 17 дней назад

    This guys videos are so easy to follow. :))

  • @rlmc29er
    @rlmc29er 10 месяцев назад

    Great video on the Gen maintenance. I have one of these to do tomorrow. Thanks for your videos.

  • @I_wish_I_knew_something
    @I_wish_I_knew_something Год назад +3

    I hit the bell so I know when you put a video up. I can’t get enough.

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад

      Thank you! and welcome!

  • @23thebull
    @23thebull Год назад

    I don't have an rv yet but I'll know what to do to service my generator..thanks you the man 👍💯😎

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад +1

      Have fun looking for one

  • @johnwren3976
    @johnwren3976 10 месяцев назад

    I was fortunate to open bowl drain and flush carb through intake hose with carb cleaner to remove varnish. Changed filter and pump for good measure. Golden...👍

  • @gereshomeE
    @gereshomeE Год назад +2

    You REALLY know your stuff! WELL DONE! ☺

  • @edwasekanes
    @edwasekanes 11 месяцев назад +1

    thank you for posting that very clear and simple to follow video

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  11 месяцев назад

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @FacetsOfTruth
    @FacetsOfTruth 3 месяца назад

    You are awesome! I wish you were here in Dayton, Ohio. I need a guy for my 33' Pace Arrow. Leaking Master Cylinder, and it will still roll when in Park. It starts fine. But it will roll away on you even though it is clearly in Park. I need a guy like you.
    Love your videos.

  • @yyl3683
    @yyl3683 Год назад +1

    Excellent work and excellent video as always

  • @whatdontknow-jc7ve
    @whatdontknow-jc7ve Месяц назад

    Great video, easier than i thought. I have gas gas leaking down from fuel pump, so now i know how to get to it. Might be hose only, i didnt drain bowl before storing it in Kenai AK. I will see how it is after some work. Thanks again

  • @RecumbentRider
    @RecumbentRider Год назад +1

    Excellent video! One noteworthy mention, is like 99% of the other videos I watched, no one mentions how they get past the problem with the choke and throttle butterflies closed at the same time so the carb will slip out. One RUclips video I watched said they had to bend the tab on the choke linkage up so that it would clear the throttle linkage, thus enabling both choke and throttle butterflies to be closed (counterclockwise) and slip the old carb out and the new one in. Also, it would be helpful to know how you got the gaskets to line up for the bolts to pass through to secure the carb in place. I read in Cummin's service manual that we should not use gasket sealant to hold the gaskets in place. Besides, it's such a tight fit, I'm not sure that it would hold it on. I did find that pushing on the wall (side with air filter box), that created a slight bit of space to allow you to adjust the gaskets for proper fit, but even then, it's pure luck or Devine ntervention in my case, that allowed me to successfully get the carb installed and work first time without leaks. So again, if you could go back and add an addendum to your video on the subject of getting the carb out and new one in as it relates to those butterflies, that would be a huge help. I didn't like bending the tab on choke and then having to bend it back into place (making sure it was back to a 90 degree position so throttle would open and close like it should.

  • @caryrodriguez7040
    @caryrodriguez7040 4 месяца назад

    Very informative, thanks James! 👍

  • @wickblackwell5218
    @wickblackwell5218 Год назад

    Great job. Love watching.

  • @rbnhood39
    @rbnhood39 Год назад +2

    James you never cease to amaze me at your knowledge of everything motor home related.

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад +1

      I just play a mechanic on TV

    • @rbnhood39
      @rbnhood39 Год назад +1

      @@AZExpert , you are up for an Oscar then.

  • @HighCountryRambler
    @HighCountryRambler 9 месяцев назад +1

    On my class-C the generator is always having fuel problems and doing another carb swap currently.
    I'm seriously thinking about removing the generator and adding another larger inverter & charge controller and 2 more solar panels + 2 more LiFePo4 batteries and running the 120 vac off solar. My 2 current LifePo4 batteries have a 20 year warranty, same as my panels. Far longer than my new carb will last.. Thanks for the video..

  • @charlesgregory1108
    @charlesgregory1108 Год назад

    Nice option: progressive electrical management surge protection with remote indicator, constant monitoring voltage/frequency constantly from interior. A can of brake parts cleaner is necessary to clean bottom tray every time I change oil regardless of every funnel I purchase. Thank you for explanations.

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад

      Thanks for watching!

  • @craigjohnson3603
    @craigjohnson3603 9 месяцев назад

    Good video, I use old fashioned carb dip solution and have good luck with that. But I see your point about liability anything can fail. I had an old 1972 Winnie with a Onan 4k that I replaced brushes in so I found out what a pain they can be to work on!

  • @05rickie
    @05rickie 3 месяца назад

    Great video for R&R the carb,much appreciated,my 4 year old Onan 4000 started doing the same surge,not too bad but the surge was there,I first replaced the fuel filter,532 hrs. on the original filter,surge was still there,I drained the fuel from the carb and removed the solenoid and float bow ,l filled the float bowl up with carb cleaner "mechanic in a bottle" from Walmart and let it sit overnight,next day I sprayed an aerosol carb cleaner in the float bowl and cleaned it all up,re assembled the float bowl,started up the gen and she purrs like a kitten,surge gone,I would advise just removing the float bowl and give it a good cleaning inside before replacing the carb.,it just might save you a lot of time and $$$$.

  • @Georgiagreen317
    @Georgiagreen317 6 месяцев назад +1

    Before purchasing an expensive carburetor, try adjusting the altitude adjustment right under the fuel line. That's what it's there for. These engines are sensitive to both altitude and temperature variations. Oftentimes times a slight adjustment will cure the surge.

  • @itchntohitch4143
    @itchntohitch4143 Год назад

    More thanks coming right at you!
    You are a treasure.

  • @keithpvbatt2040
    @keithpvbatt2040 Год назад

    Like always awsome work thanks for providing parts numbers. We have the same model.

  • @thecemeteryguy
    @thecemeteryguy Год назад +1

    I thank you for all your shares, your awesome.

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад

      Thanks!!! I appreciate that

  • @daviscrt
    @daviscrt Год назад +1

    Great informational video. Thanks again Don

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад

      You are very welcome

  • @goththicus
    @goththicus Год назад

    On a different topic our 15,000 BTU air conditioner w/heat pump went out on us while camping in Utah. Luckily, it wasn’t too hot and during the night it got down in the low 40s. During the evening whilst asleep we heard a loud banging noise coming from the AC unit. Scare the living daylights out of me to be awaken by the loud noise. We continued our trip until we got home a week later. We already knew what the issue was since other owners reported this same problem with the Coleman AC unit where the internal fins of the fan busted. We ordered the new part via Amazon, and we replaced it today. AC working like a champ. Bought an extra fan just in case since this seems a common problem. Not sure why they wouldn’t use metal versus plastic. Another item that went out on us was the LP sensor. It would randomly go off for no apparent reason. Replaced the sensor as well.
    Finally, I inspected the roof and the dycor(?) seals looks good. The fiberglass roof is in good shape, as well.
    We have a 2015 Winnebago Cambria.

  • @davidbennett7190
    @davidbennett7190 Год назад +1

    I replaced the carb on a 4k onan with oem and it worked great, just expensive. Bought another class c that came with an onan 4k that wouldn't start, this time bought a cheap after market carb and only used the bowl and solenoid to replace the existing one instead of replacing the whole carb, had to adjust carb and remove the plastic limiter to get enough adjustment, so far works great. Plan to install a shut off and possibly a tee ahead of the pump to pull fuel from a remote tank containing better fuel and additives.

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад

      I havent had good luck with them, glad you have

  • @MililaniJag
    @MililaniJag Год назад +1

    WOW! OEM carb IS expensive! Great info!

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад

      It really is! but worth it in my opinion

  • @user-dp1fh5pf4g
    @user-dp1fh5pf4g 9 месяцев назад

    STRONG WORK WITH HUMBLE

  • @rodnabors7364
    @rodnabors7364 Год назад +1

    25:18 100% agree. I've had two different Onan models now and both are a pain to fill. Getting the OEM installed oil filter off the newer one was 10x worse though.

  • @Djexoticdancing69
    @Djexoticdancing69 Год назад

    Great job buddy, thank you 4 sharing all ur educational Mechanics video's 📹 👍👍👍👍👍

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад +1

      Thanks for watching!

    • @Djexoticdancing69
      @Djexoticdancing69 Год назад

      Always watching to learn from all of u & everyone else within ur circle🙏👍👏🙌👍

  • @dytetonic
    @dytetonic Год назад +3

    Great attention to detail..doing it right, and especially keeping clients safe👍🏻

  • @dgsantafedave1
    @dgsantafedave1 Год назад +1

    I have a reminder on my Mac Calendar to cycle my genset once a month. I also if I can buy the ethanol free gas in either Oregon or Nevada I remember replacing carbs on my old genset it was easy to do, but, expensive. I think that I will follow Steve M's advice a put an inline fuel shut off on mine sounds like good idea!

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад

      Maintenance reminders are always a good idea

  • @benoitaudet6272
    @benoitaudet6272 10 месяцев назад

    Thank you very much for this video.

  • @lawrencebest9943
    @lawrencebest9943 Год назад +1

    Another great video

  • @MrBowser2012
    @MrBowser2012 10 месяцев назад

    Great video! Thanks!

  • @ChelsyCross
    @ChelsyCross Год назад

    Very useful video, thanks

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @jimmymcclosky3786
    @jimmymcclosky3786 Год назад +2

    Great video

  • @PeterPedroA.Cintron-421Pc
    @PeterPedroA.Cintron-421Pc Год назад +1

    My dad was a great mechanic he learned his trade a new Army along with infantry but I used to help him out a lot working on cars he would do side jobs on vehicles and up to this day I do work on vehicles

  • @Rotormansa
    @Rotormansa 8 месяцев назад

    Great video with awesome details. My gen is the same except the air filter bracket is broken. I thought I'd be able to replace it myself but..... all the gasket alignment could be challenging. If you are just replacing the el-cheapo bracket for the air filter would have to replace the carb gaskets. My hope is the existing gaskets would stay in place and just have to remove the bolts and broken bracket with a new bracket. If not, then it's off to someone with better dexterity than me.

  • @user-lm2cj8hf7j
    @user-lm2cj8hf7j 8 месяцев назад +1

    Great video content James! I just did a tune up on my 1995 Winnebago including spark plug. The oil was nasty black like it had not been changed in years! It has white smoke until it warms up. Was thinking of trying some Lucas leak stop! Do you have any suggestions for possible leaking valve seals?

  • @missydavis6678
    @missydavis6678 8 месяцев назад

    Awsome! Thank you!

  • @MrChip1wa
    @MrChip1wa 5 месяцев назад

    Fantastic video! Thanks for taking us through the process. Would you happen to know the valve lash spec for the Onan 2800i generators?

  • @lindanadaud9698
    @lindanadaud9698 Год назад +1

    Thank you for the video.

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад +1

      Thanks for watching!

  • @contactmiller
    @contactmiller 2 месяца назад

    My 1990 Onan 2.8 had a bad magneto. That took me a lot of troubleshooting to figure out because the failure was intermittent. I had to pull the flywheel to change it. Big job on a small motor. I was able to easily dissemble and clean the carb. Pretty similar to a lawn mower. Runs great ever since. Lawnmower magneto is $10, Onan magneto is $150.

  • @pauley7648
    @pauley7648 Год назад +1

    Awesome videos

  • @richardata5441
    @richardata5441 10 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much for this it was helpful! Does this model not have a fuel filter? Sparkplug?

  • @steves3688
    @steves3688 Год назад +1

    When I bought my used rv and the onan had hardly ever been run -12 hours on it during 10 years(still actually started but surged badly)...lol......I did the seafoam injection directly to carb and it helped a little with the surging but it was the fuel pump that was the real culprit. It just wasnt delivering enough fuel...replaced and fixed. I would like to add that MANY people dont know about the elevation dial on the carb and that can make them surge and/or run bad. YES YES YES.....run them under load regularly and I always seafoam my fuel when I know Im not going to use my rv for a while...have used it all my life and it is excellent fuel stabilizer...AND also when Im not running my rv for extended period of time I try and get as much NON ETHANOL fuel in it as I can....call me over devoted!!! LOLLLLL

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад

      Thanks for the advice for the subscribers!

  • @timf6916
    @timf6916 Год назад +1

    Good information

  • @ku567318
    @ku567318 8 месяцев назад

    how many times have I commented on this video, BUT, thank you again.

  • @twylabowman4247
    @twylabowman4247 Год назад

    Thank you for this video. Very helpful. I have the same generator and just replaced the carb, fuel filter and pump as well as the spark plug and air filter. I even changed the oil. I was so excited to fire it up….When I did, there was a fuel leak due to a faulty, Chinese filter. I replaced it the an Onan filter and when I went to start it ….NOTHING. In the process of testing it out, I turned on the air to put it under a load and that’s when it started surging. I must have thrown the Manuel breaker because everything else checks out fine. My problem is that I can’t locate the manual breaker. If anyone has a clue, I’d surely appreciate it. I have an 04 Tioga class C

  • @clydedenny8661
    @clydedenny8661 4 часа назад

    I know the grounding wire for the carb solenoid has a screw that goes into the chassis, but I found it strange that you didn't place the lead behind the painted surface of the starter housing. other than that trial piece, I really appreciate your explanations on how to do things.

  • @MagaRickn
    @MagaRickn Год назад +1

    Dang, sure wish you were closer to Ft. Worth! :)

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад +1

      I've been through Texas enough this year LOL

  • @vernonsteinkamp1088
    @vernonsteinkamp1088 Год назад

    I own an '81 Chevy Class C which has a generator. In your opinion, would it be hard to find parts for it? It does seem to work fine now but at that age (it has 175 hrs of run time), I don't have a high level of faith in it.
    I also have the original handbook which lists parts and whatnot.
    Update: Now I realize that starting the generator every month is highly suggested, which I was not doing. Also, I didn't realize that holding the stop button down pumps fuel into the carborater. So I started my Dometic generator up yesterday. It ran for a minute or so, not exactly smooth. I figured it was cold (20° outside), then stopped running. It sounded like it was starved for gas (plenty of gas in the tank)
    I'll try it again today, this time holding the stop button first and listen for the electric fuel pump.
    A local RV dealership said they would connect me with a service tech on the phone to try some simple troubleshooting, so I'll also try that. The Dometic company told me they no longer have replacement parts for this older generator. It shouldn't be worn out with only 175 hours on it.

  • @user-yy2pi2bs4f
    @user-yy2pi2bs4f 11 месяцев назад +1

    Watching you do this looks easy. But I am no mechanic. My problem is the generator runs great for all appliances until I turn the Air conditioner on then the generator just sputters out and dies. Any tips? Great video here and I have subscribed to your RUclips channel to learn more and follow you. Thank you.

  • @nickvallerga1411
    @nickvallerga1411 Год назад

    We purchased our Sunseeker new, Onan QG4000 had 2 hours on it. Did a oil change at about 30 hours and 70 hours. Around 90 hours while were out camping I could not get the gen started, I ended up using my EU2000. Once I got home I decided to change the spark plug and air filter. I found the plug black and fouled. I could not understand why the plug fouled, I always set the proper altitude on the carb. So I ended up putting in a one step hotter NGK plug and it ran fine. At 100 hours I decided to do another oil change and found the oil level only 1/4 up the hashtag on the dipstick after 30 hours. I know when I had changed it before I filled it to the top of the hashtag, so this told me that it is burning oil and fouling the plug. I do keep a spare plug on board now. Looking at the RV forums this appears to be a common problem with these. So I'm trying a "break-in" procedure to see if oil consumption improves. I've been running it at near max load for one hour for several days, and then I'll check the oil level after 30 hours. Has anyone else had oil usage issues with these also?

  • @Chris_In_Texas
    @Chris_In_Texas Год назад +1

    Quick fix, use EFI. I guess I have been spoiled with all the marine generators that I have owned have been EFI based units both gas and diesel, from 5KW up to 32KW. Seem as compact and hard to get to as most marine units as well, especially when they put them in sound shield boxes. Great job sir. 🤠👍

  • @jerrysimeone
    @jerrysimeone Год назад

    Thanks for sharing. Does the electrical connection go to a open close valve that shuts gas to the carb bowl or maybe it’s best to add a mechanical inline gas valve as to let the generator run out of gas to prevent the varnish buildup. Any comments appreciated. I try to run it once a month but it still has a slight surge to it. It only has 36 hours on the generator. 2021 chateau

  • @bkowa
    @bkowa Год назад

    Can i use a 15w 40 oil for diesel engine for my 4000 gasoline. Good video like always thank you

  • @daveandrews6085
    @daveandrews6085 Год назад

    You do awesome work 👍
    Can you do problem solving on variable speed fantastic fans.

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад +1

      I have quite a few videos on fans in the archive

  • @TimothyMichaels
    @TimothyMichaels Год назад +1

    I have the Onan 6300, propane. Won't start, propane full, steps won't work unless I start the coach. Heart interface inverter panel is dead. Worked when I first bought it a few weeks ago. Plugged in at Quartzsite AZ RV park, so I guess not needed at the moment.

  • @jwrappuhn71
    @jwrappuhn71 Год назад +1

    Excellent.

  • @davidmcgee2126
    @davidmcgee2126 Год назад

    Like your videos
    I would have hit it with some air and brake cleaner to get rid of some crud before tearing down
    I would have tried seafoam before replacing. I find it works more often than not. Just have to let sit overnight

  • @rickhodges1731
    @rickhodges1731 Год назад

    Overall another successful restoration. Took two wrecks to make one good one. 👍 Still think it looks like a giant refrigerator or a delivery van. Accent stripping would make big positive improvement to the coaches exterior appearance.

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад

      Not my coach

    • @rickhodges1731
      @rickhodges1731 Год назад

      @@AZExpert Ops was intended for the Niko Brothers channel. Sorry about that!

  • @Imwright720
    @Imwright720 Год назад

    My generator is from 2006. I’ve always run it dry. A few days ago it started doing what yours is. I took mine apart and it was perfect. I kid you not it looked perfect. The surging is still there but mine has an electronic governor. It needs 12 volts to work properly and is only getting 10.5-11. It’s not always the carb

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад

      Thanks for the comment

  • @jameshamm7911
    @jameshamm7911 8 месяцев назад

    I have a 2013 5500 version that started giving me fits: will not run a heavy load (like the A/C), but will run the coffee pot and water heater just fine together, or the micro and water heater, but not all three (it used to, however). Noticed the micro backlight flickers a bit now. I adjusted the KHz using a KHz meter and when the A/C kicks on, it drops below 58 and kills the system. I replaced the plugs and am going to service the valves, but suspect the carb is going bad. Thoughts?

  • @jeffochs2811
    @jeffochs2811 Год назад

    This is great information, thank you for sharing. I know you are in AZ, are you in the Phoenix area by chance?

    • @AZExpert
      @AZExpert  Год назад

      Yes I am! East Valley

  • @spoolin55psi
    @spoolin55psi Год назад

    I guess that’s why the Rv I got didn’t have a control board. The owner knew it needed a part that was expensive but didn’t know what it was. Now at least I do

  • @gdejackmo
    @gdejackmo 11 месяцев назад

    One word for those gaskets... Permatex High Tack Gasket Sealant. It's a Gasket dressing you apply to the mating metal. Your Gasket will stick to the mating surface so you can assemble with ease!!!!

  • @nathanurick8320
    @nathanurick8320 Год назад

    Not a generator question but a roof question. 40’ 2014 solitude. I’m not liking the looks of my roof but not ready to spend the money to replace it. Can you suggest a roll on sealer that I could use to give me a couple more years.

  • @asphaltadventurer
    @asphaltadventurer Год назад

    @AZ Expert I'm looking at a 2016 parts manual and the Carb Kit A042P619 (non-evap) says with carb A041D736 which is only for SPEC M and above if you look at the carb only section, so viewers beware its not a one size fits all. Have your complete model # and serial # ready when sourcing parts. I have SPEC J so I don't know if this would work for me.