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This is the
repository for the Isuzu Trek Infoletters.
(Infoletters have been edited and only the technical info
is presented.)
► Please note: If you find something in a NL that is no longer applicable,
notify Ken.
►In email addresses, the "@" has been
replaced with " at " to protect against web crawlers harvesting e-mail
address.
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What is this publication?
It is an informational letter sent to all known I-Trek owners that have
email addresses. Its purpose is to help owners of these wonderful but rare
motorhomes understand them better, and know how to fix most problems as
they arise. The information comes from owners who have had problems and
contribute to the infoletter the symptoms, causes and how they were
repaired. So, if you have a problem with your I-Trek, BE SURE to sit down
and review the Infoletters because it is likely the problem has been
encountered before and some owner has shared the information so you can
have an easier time fixing it. There is a helpful topic index [lower on
this page to help you find the topic you are interested in.] If you aren't
mechanically inclined, at least you can educate and supervise whoever is
accomplishing the repairs. PLEASE reciprocate and send Ken your
experiences with your I-Trek. Your writing doesn't have to be perfect.
Ken will edit it so you look good! |
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If your Isuzu Trek breaks
A money-saving hint: The first thing to do if your Trek
gets sick is to sit yourself down and read through ALL of the past newsletters.
Why? Because there is a good chance the problem has happened to someone else
and is written up in the newsletter, including the fix!
If your tranny acts up, first just pull over to a safe
place, shut off the engine after the cool down period, go drink a coke or
limeade for at least 5 minutes then start up and start on your way again. If
that doesn’t fix it, the battery disconnect Jim describes in newsletter #10 will
probably do it.
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Originator and Former I-Trek
editor: Dale DeRemer (1999 - 2008)
~Thanks Dale ~
http://www.aero.und.edu/~deremer
Dale is still a great resource for
Isuzu Trek systems information. Feel free to email him at:
drdder at gmail.com
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I-Trek
Infoletter directory of past topics covered
(Click on "Letter
#" to view)
Letter
#1
Filters and parts for Isuzu,
towing, suspension, bed, batteries, tires, house batteries, towing,
bed, supplies, large fuel tank, communications, cruise control problems, tires,
roof, transmission, towing, shocks, roof leak, dinghy brakes,
catalytic heater, problems with furnace & step, oil change, stowing, catalytic
heater, reverse osmosis water purifier, tires, batteries.
Letter #2
Tires & Pressures, Heart
Inverter, The EMB bed, Exhaust system, Goodies & Trek parts source, Sewage Pipe
Storage, check the brake fluid level, ‘bonger’ alarm for your leveler jacks, ‘high idle’ knob, Motion sensing
porch light.
Letter #3
Tires, On your walk around,
suspension, Furnace (get rid of it), Electro Majic Bed, Exhaust leak, Cruise
Control, Sewer hose storage, Inverter, Levelers, EMB Emergency (Motor Failure)
Raising Procedure
Letter #4
Attach bolts where firewall
meets coach, FM, in Portland, Window Screens, Sewer hose storage, Leaking water
transfer valve, Valuables storage.
Letter #5
Lost in a computer crash.
Letter #6
Computer Desk/File Cabinet,
Towing a 5000 lb. Toad, transmission temperature gauge, a brake for the toad,
Firewall Bolts, Treking in a hot climate (100+),
Headlights, Trek Parts, Leaks/caulking, a cheaper Oil Change, Speedometer
Problem and Fix, Rear Camera, EMB Blues.
Letter #7
Interesting electrical
failure, Towing, Onan Propane Genset-hard starting, Check your exhaust
manifold bolts/nuts, Firewall Bolts Again!, EMB Safety Stops, EMB Motor
Revisited, Isuzu Diesel Air Cleaners, Skirting braces, Baja.
Letter #8
Annoying Dash board
squeaks, Cold Starting and Glow Plugs, Reminder about expensive oil changes,
124,000 miles, Fuel Line problem, Towing the Trek – Warning!, Water Heaters,
Sliding Table Kit, Beautiful Floor, Isuzu Truck Service Facility Directory,, Heavenly Electromagic Bed.
Letter #9
Tranny Hiccup,
Changing A Flat, Roof Sealant, Mileage, Electrical, Batteries, EMB, On Line
Fuel Pricing, Microwave Oven, Armrests, Generator Problem and Fix, Exhaust
System Modification, Bed Problems Again, Engine Noise And Heat, Air Cleaner, Bulkhead Bolts, Brakes, On Line Fuel Pricing,
Microwave Oven, Armrests, Generator Problem And Fix, Exhaust System
Modification, Bed Problems Again, Jack Pads
Letter # 10
If your
tranny isn’t working right, The Trek Talk Newsletter, Trek Seats, Spare Tire, A
New Trek Owner teaches us from his experience, The TREK that Roared, A Rude
Awakening in the Middle of the Night!
Letter #11
Here is a Quiz…you ready?, Inverter Problem?? Oil Line Problem, Don’t tow the
Trek with driveline connected, Transmission Note, Alternator bracket,
Generator, Fun and games with the Onan generator, Windshields, Isusu
transmission, Cruise control, Ceiling stains, Thetford toilet
Letter #12
Isuzu Trek Infoletters now on the web, Driving in hot
temperatures, Engine driven air conditioner failure, Cruise Control Fix, An
interesting story about Exhaust Manifold bolts
Letter # 13
Firewall Bolts & Trek mirrors...; Suburban Hot Water heater & leaking
Pressure Relief Valve....;Tires...; Floor water damage repair; Generator Advice;
EM Bed Comfort; Spare tire storage; Microwave; Towing the Trek; Cruise Control;
Air Cleaner; Speedometer Cable break, Transfer switches
Letter # 14
Firewall fastenings again, Furnace and storage compartment leaks, I-Trek
Transmission,I-Trek cruise control,Grease, Fuel Contamination, Fuel tank line
problem
Letter # 15
ALERT! Trek owners check your bed track
bolts. Power Steering, Over-bed Hatch and Fan Self-Install Adventure, Cruise
Control Propane, exhaust system, tranny cooler, K&N air filter, heated holding
tanks, Roof Leaks - A Final Solution. Plus Supplement: EMB
bed rail bolts, a fix (with pics) and EMB Bed Stops.
Letter #16
About “hopping up” or Boosting
your Trek Engine, Electrical & Battery Charging, Loose dashboard screws again.
Trek Step,.Anti-slosh/siphon fix.
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Streamlined water hose/sewer hose
area; , Bolt
firewall to body Lost; Alternator Bolt; Vacuum loss?; Roof Leaks; Strange
symptoms lead to alternator; Door Hinge wear; Horns Commentary: On ‘Power Boosting’ the Isuzu Engine II; If you can’t shut the engine off – an interesting electrical
problem: Preventative Maintenance costs less and is more convenient: Information Sources for On the Road: Places to go to stay a little
longer.
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Isuzu Trek Rally is
forming up at the National Trek Rally, Speedometer Cables, Cruise Control
Troubleshooting and Repair, RVA Jacks, Blackwater Odors, Exhaust Manifold
Cracks, Air Conditioning Problem, Roof Maintenance Engine Warm-up Shakes,
Roof Repair: another approach, CO Detector Failure. Alternator Failure far
into the Boondocks: A Quick Fix, EMB Rack attachments again. Alaska: The
Inside Passage by Trek.
Letter # 19 |
| BACKUP CAMERA REPLACEMENT, MILEAGE, BE ALERT
TO A WARM SHORE POWER PLUG ON YOUR TREK!, ENGINE DRIVEN AIR CONDITIONER REPAIR, MACERATOR,
SPEEDOMETER ACCURACY, SOME REPORTED TREK MILES
DRIVEN
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#20 |
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SOME
REPORTED TREK MILEAGES, Tank
Capacities
,Trek EMB: Raising
and Lowering without power
, Differential
noise and Exhaust Brake
. House battery
enhancement and stabilizing the suspension
, Isuzu Trek for
Sale
, Mildew
and Ceiling Carpet Stains
Letter #21 |
| Air
conditioner attach bolts, Heart Inverter not charging
batteries, Pre-lubricating the engine turbo. Front Curtain
Repair, The EMB strikes again! Amana Oven Install,
bigger tires, Fuel Tank Capacity, Skylight replacement, Trek
Interior Makeover |
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#22 |
| Interior
Re-do, Transmission acting up?, Exhaust Manifold bolts ,
Dipstick tube leak , Skylight Replacement, Request for Isuzu
chassis manual , Freedom 10 inverter moisture problems,
Speedometer/Cruise Control Norcold refrigerator problems |
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#23 |
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110V systems and
GFI’s., Removing the electromagic bed., Stopper Motor,
Bumper Paint
, Enroute Problems, Exhaust
Brake, Electric/Sewer Compartment Door, Finding
Additional Storage, Electrical Drawings
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#24 |
| Chassis
air conditioning system service,
Long term storage, Water
damage, coach modifications and fuel filter leak, Fiberglass roof maintenance
and Cruise
control information.
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25 |
| Hanges
and improvements to a 1992 2430 Trek ,Inverter
water problems and alternator problems, Former
owner misses his Isuzu Trek. Looking for help with
a water leak at air-conditioner and an oil leak at
the generator, Radiator leak, water pump, dynamic
damper and crankshaft seal.
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26 |
| Microwave
oven repairs. Brake system repairs plus alternator
test.
Love that Trek, floor,
generator and brake repair. High mileage
check lists. High
Mileage Check List |
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Letter
27
Mice, K&N filter, Solar
overcharge, Air conditioner controls, Window drain
holes, Headlights.
Maintenance manual, valve adjustment, glow
plugs, corrosion.
Fluid lines, camshaft.
ACME Air conditioning/cruise control, Onan
generator.
Mice, K&N filter, Solar overcharge, Air
Conditioner controls, Window drain holes,
Headlights. |
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Letter
28
Side decal replacement, roof repairs.
Blind replacement, converter, power steering
fluid, headlights & transmission.
Exhaust manifold, cruise control.
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29 |
Ceiling
cover repair.
Oil change and Electrical repairs.
Fan belts, Power steering hose and tube,
Step.
Trek remodel and repair.
Milage, Generac oil leak, Bumpers
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