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How does the battery work on a Fleetwood Bounder?

By Mia Walsh |

How does the battery work on a Fleetwood Bounder?

The buss bars from the chassis battery, and house batteries connect to the big terminals on the left and right sides. The two smaller ones on the top connect to the signal voltage and this pulls the piston down. When the piston is pulled, a large washer contacts both of the terminals.

Is the Bounder Battery Control Center a replacement part?

The Bounder Forum reported that it is a directly replacement part per the BCC manufacturer. Note: Electrically, it’s a good replacement. Physically, it “almost is”.

Where can I buy a new Bounder circuit board?

If you find that your circuit board is fried on a 1990 1/2 ~ 1996 model, you can buy a new replacement from Bud Weisbrod. He said the boards should be around $135 if he can get another shipment. Contact him for more details. Bud is a regular contributor on the Bounder Forum.

How to disconnect shore power on Fleetwood Bounder?

Lift the two levers, and gently pull the cover towards you. This is what you’ll see. Make sure you disconnect shore power, the chassis battery, and house batteries. You don’t want to go digging into this box with power still going into it. Same view, slightly different angle.

Why is the battery not working on my Fleetwood Bounder?

The converter was working, but the chassis battery wasn’t being charged. I opened the Battery Control Center (BCC) and found that a large solenoid is used to connect the two battery systems together to charge both sets or use the house batteries to assist in starting when the chassis battery is dead.

The Bounder Forum reported that it is a directly replacement part per the BCC manufacturer. Note: Electrically, it’s a good replacement. Physically, it “almost is”.

What kind of engine does a 1988 Fleetwood Bounder have?

1988 Fleetwood Bounder 30 , One of a Kind 1988 Bounder. 454 Chevy engine with Banks Power Pack. Gear vendor transmission (18 speeds). Steering stabilization. Onan generator with 50 hours. New engine and house battery. New tires at 32,000 miles. Hydraulic jacks front and back. Air bags front and back. Power slide out in living room to 6 feet.

If you find that your circuit board is fried on a 1990 1/2 ~ 1996 model, you can buy a new replacement from Bud Weisbrod. He said the boards should be around $135 if he can get another shipment. Contact him for more details. Bud is a regular contributor on the Bounder Forum.

Where do the studs go on a Fleetwood Bounder?

While the electrical contacts are perfect, the mounting plate on the back does not line up with the holes in the back of the box used by the original. The solenoid has 5/16″ studs on the top and bottom which insert through the buss bars.

What kind of gas does a Fleetwood RV use?

Frontier 2022 Diesel Southwind 2022 Bounder 2022 Fortis 2022 Flair 2022 Gas IROK 2022 Discovery LXE 2021

Frontier 2022 Diesel Southwind 2022 Bounder 2022 Fortis 2022 Flair 2022 Gas IROK 2022 Discovery LXE 2021

Where can I buy parts for my Fleetwood RV?

A knowledgeable team that can help you troubleshoot repairs and find exactly what you need. Genuine, factory-certified, manufacturer-engineered parts that are built to perform. An online superstore that makes it easy to search and find what you need in just a few clicks.

What kind of tour is a Fleetwood RV?

Bounder 2022 Fortis 2022 Flair 2022 Gas IROK 2022 Discovery LXE 2021 Discovery LXE 2021 Anniversary Edition