Try muncie/baker here is a link to there phone number, they don't like to sell to individuals, but they should have them in stock: ...
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wayward@...
Feb 2, 2011 1:09 am
Thanks!! I think I did find a cable. Prices are all over the place. If it works out like planned I should have the cable from a place that's called: "RTS Bus...
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Christopher P
cpeters1_32950
Feb 5, 2011 2:54 am
Actually it is oil as the power steering uses 10W30 motor oil, at least that is what I have been putting in mine. As for the shifting most people have the...
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Christopher P
cpeters1_32950
Feb 5, 2011 3:20 am
The engine shutting off in CL LPS is normal, mine has always done that. When you hit D or R does anything feel different?...
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chris
cnsmithn
Feb 5, 2011 3:33 am
I get no movement at all in any gear....
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Christopher P
cpeters1_32950
Feb 5, 2011 3:37 am
Yes I understand that. But do you notice any change at all. Try this, rev the engine in neutral then rev it in D. If there is no difference I would suspect...
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dwib1@...
dwib2
Feb 5, 2011 3:53 am
When you turn the switch all the way is stops the engine and leaves the park lights on, that is how it is set up to work, if it would not do that, you woulds...
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dwib1@...
dwib2
Feb 5, 2011 3:56 am
If it was working ok before this cold weather, it might just be that the trans. needs to warm up more before it will shift. Thanks Dwight ... From:...
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chris
cnsmithn
Feb 5, 2011 4:39 am
Is there any way to bypass this mui do not shift light on 1980 RTS It has the original push button and not the stone something or another that you can change...
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chris
cnsmithn
Feb 5, 2011 5:48 am
I was tracing the computer cable all the way down to the cable connection to the transmission and I found a loose wire that looks like another ground that is...
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chris
cnsmithn
Feb 5, 2011 2:01 pm
I forgot to mention that my coach is 12 volt not 24 this is why I can't use the fast idle because it is used in 24 volt instead which does not do me any good....
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RTS-bus-nuts@yahoogro...
Feb 5, 2011 2:11 pm
Hello, This email message is a notification to let you know that a file has been uploaded to the Files area of the RTS-bus-nuts group. File : /Service...
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Pete
hawk_ii_mail
Feb 5, 2011 2:17 pm
See the files section under --> SERVICE MANUAL <>Simplified (for Diagnostic / trouble shooting) V731 Allison wiring diagram (ATEC) and <>V731- ALLISON PINOUTS...
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RTS-bus-nuts@yahoogro...
Feb 5, 2011 4:45 pm
Hello, This email message is a notification to let you know that a file has been uploaded to the Files area of the RTS-bus-nuts group. File : /Service...
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chris
cnsmithn
Feb 5, 2011 6:21 pm
Thanks Pete, I am trying to troubleshoot with the diagnostic which by the way is great to have!From one end of the cable to the other on each pin and see what...
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wayward@...
Feb 5, 2011 7:25 pm
Just to put in my 5 cents on the 731. I had problems with the adjustment on my shift cable lately. Actually it was going on for about the last 4-5 years....
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Christopher P
cpeters1_32950
Feb 5, 2011 8:24 pm
What do you mean by this? Is this not a GMC RTS II? Rewiring the bus for 24V only would be giant undertaking. I'd be surprised if that was true....
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chris
cnsmithn
Feb 5, 2011 9:14 pm
This is a RTS II and converted to 12 volt not by me this was done a retired diesel mechanic....
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wayward@...
Feb 6, 2011 12:15 pm
I converted my Spaceliner to 12 volt. Only the inverter ran off the big 250 amp alternator. Eagles are 12 volt and I was very happy with the way my Eagle 12...
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chris
cnsmithn
Feb 6, 2011 3:45 pm
Don't get me wrong but I do like the 12 volt it's the 24 volt fast idle I don't like since it is not compatible with 12. The people were very interested in my...
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wayward@...
Feb 6, 2011 4:35 pm
You can get a 12 volt cruise control from King-Cruise and use it to fast idle your engine. Anyhow, with that setup you can turn up the idle how high you want...
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AllenJ
mildlywildal
Feb 7, 2011 10:07 pm
I'm running a Detroit 6V92TA MUI engine w/N95 injectors (I think the letter is right) and a 4:56 rear end. Anyway, could I improve fuel efficiency by moving...
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AllenJ
mildlywildal
Feb 8, 2011 12:03 am
I found it relatively simple to convert over to total 12 volt on my '83 RTS. I removed the big alternator and made a cover for the hole from 1/2 inch aluminum....
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wayward@...
Feb 8, 2011 1:37 am
I don't think they N95, because I think the N's are for the 71. From the 95's to the 80's is quite a power loss. Buses are not about saving fuel...lol. Wulf ...
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Christopher P
cpeters1_32950
Feb 8, 2011 4:15 am
Well, I guess I am still surprised, but anything is possible with enough time and or money. I would have thought it would be more than that, are there no 24V...
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srvs_k
Feb 9, 2011 12:55 am
Please correct me if I am wrong here...... my understanding is that 24 volt is only used for the starter, wheelchair lift and OTR ac/heater. In a typical...
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Geoff
geoff_rts
Feb 9, 2011 12:56 am
I retained some of my 24v system but my 12v system is where most of my instruments, RV stuff and wiring are dedicated to. The only thing I have left that is...
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Christopher P
cpeters1_32950
Feb 9, 2011 12:57 am
I believe Al mentioned a couple of skinner valves also, which I am guessing are fast idle and fuel shutoff, assuming you remove kneeling. Also, in addition to...
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AllenJ
mildlywildal
Feb 9, 2011 11:53 am
I did not change the cable going to the starter, and have had no problems. It rarely takes more than a turn to start. I'm not sure what guage that wire is, but...
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AllenJ
mildlywildal
Feb 9, 2011 12:06 pm
For anyone wanting to go the 12 volt route, I'd be happy to let you know what I did in relation to wire sizes, fuses, relays, fuse panels, etc. The one great...
