Entry Step problem

[Pete Masterson]

I suspect this is the case. My step neither fully extends nor fully retracts (intermittently) in cold/snow weather. Above freezing, it tends to work. Unfortunately, the in between state makes the step somewhat treacherous when you step on it as it will swing underfoot unless you step very directly with no lateral force.

Unfortunately, the pattern is not consistent enough to create a reasonable theory of the flaw.

As for Brad's step, because it extends, retracts, and extends again, I wonder if there's an electrical connection in the control circuit that's at fault?

Pete Masterson

'95 Blue Bird Wanderlodge WBDA 42

El Sobrante CA

"aeonix1@mac.com"

On Apr 28, 2008, at 3:18 PM, Leroy Eckert wrote:

I have a theory about cold weather step ops. Maybe good, maybe bad. The air control valve has two adjustable exhaust ports that are exposed to dirt, snow and rain and if moisture is present in winter it will freeze the exhaust ports and not allow air to escape, hence the step will not operate. As well, if any moisture is present in the actuator it will not work correctly. Just my theory, because if it works in summer what else could it be. Bluebird disease!

Leroy Eckert
1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors
Dahlonega, GA
Royale Conversion

"erniecarpet@aol.com" wrote:

My step will retract in cold weather- but the air leaking from somewhere depletes my air tanks. So I just drive with it out. Who wants to climb around under there when it's freezing and the wind blowing at 40 mph? Not me. Warm weather, everything works fine. Weird.

 

Ernie Ekberg
83PT40
Livingston, Montana

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