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ISUZU TREK INFOLETTERS INDEX

I-Trek Infoletter directory of past topics covered

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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.

Letter #17

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.

Letter #18

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

Letter #20

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

Letter #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

Letter #23

110V systems and GFIs, Removing the electromagic bed, Stopper Motor, Bumper Paint, Enroute Problems, Exhaust Brake, Electric/Sewer Compartment Door, Finding Additional Storage, Electrical Drawings

Letter #24

Chassis air conditioning system service, Long term storage, Water damage, coach modifications and fuel filter leak, Fiberglass roof maintenance and Cruise control information.

Letter #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.

Letter #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

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.

Letter #28

Side decal replacement, roof repairs. Blind replacement, converter, power steering fluid, headlights & transmission. Exhaust manifold, cruise control.

Letter #29

Ceiling cover repair. Oil change and Electrical repairs. Fan belts, Power steering hose and tube, Step. Trek remodel and repair. Mileage, Generac oil leak, Bumpers

Letter #30

Brake lights and switch plus improved entry/exit light switch. Delaminated tire belt, alternator belt, heat/air conditioner blower. Spring re-arch.

Letter #31

Water Heater, Inverter, Tire Install, Alternator Belts, Jacks. Bumper Repairs, Thermostat & Overheat, Vacuum Leak & Glow Plugs

Letter #32

Magic Bed Lube, Tires, Microwave, TV, Inverter, Heater, Hot Water, Engine Change

Letter #33

Front wheel bearings and Brakes, Floor Insulation, Mice Invasion & Thermostat erratic behavior. Water heater and Transmission failure. Transmission failure. Computer overheat.

Letter #34

Valve stem extensions. Cabinet Hinge, Fuel Filter, Vacuum Hose and more. Engine gauges, Inverter, Exhaust, Electrical Problem, Diesel Additive Study and Ladder. Power steering problem revisited (ref Infoletter 29).

Letter #35

Isuzu Infoletter email contact information, Bumper paint and injector pump, Brake light switch & Generac generator, Injector issues, More on the Injector Screen Issues, Roof reseal, refrigerator replacement and rats!, “elusive fuel pump inlet screen”

Letter #36

Drive Train Vibration and Hydraulic Jack Fluid, Kitchen Faucet Replacement, Blackwater Tank Problems and Seat Tracks.

Letter #37

Exhaust Manifold Fasteners, Turbo Heat Shield, Brake Light Switch, LED Conversion, Shower Valve Replacement, Electromagic Bed Revisited

Letter #38

1994 Trek Leveling Jacks, External WIFI antenna for you techies that wanna steal WIFI, How to keep your newer Norcold door off the floor, A more convenient diesel fill, Trek Rain Gutters, A little more storage

Letter #39

Propane Regulator Test and Replacement – Ken Harmon, Radiant Heater Installation – Ken Harmon, Making your Isuzu Gorgeous Again – Linda Dahle, Clark’s Solar System – Clark Van Galder, Prevent Water Tank Siphoning – Henry Fusco, Updated Cupholder and Trinket Tray – Henry Fusco, A few “Improvements” While Living the Dream – Bob and Wanda Diachuk, Jacknife Couch/Bed Extension – Bruce Matlack, Really Neat Cocktail Table et All – Bruce Matlack, If You Play Your Cards Right, You Might Be Able To Get One Of These – Bret Medbury

Letter #40
Trek Weigh In – Glenn Shindler, Sharp Carousel II Repair- Linda Dahl, Forward Pleated Sahde Salvage – Linda Dahl, Running Your Generator On The Road – Glenn Shindler, Heater Valve Repair/Replace – Henry Fusco, Water Separator Leak Repair – Henry Fusco, Referigerator Replacement (Home Style) – Len Nichols, Make Your Trek Gorgeous Again – Robert, Can You See Me Now? – Bret Medbury, Furnace Repair – Henry Fusco, Adventures With An Orphan Trek – Rick Hawkins
Letter #41
Messy and Expensive Oil Leak-Linda Dahl, More info and Response to Messy Oil Leak-Dick Kreutzer, Efficient Termite Fix- Bruce Matlack, Front End Rattles-Len and Ellen Nicholas, & Barney too (woof), Awning Service and Cleaning-Ken Harmon, Transmission Problem in Yuma-Ken Harmon, Wheels and Tires-Ken Harmon, Transmission slipping- Henry Fusco, Generac Gremlin-Bret Medbury, AC Idler Pulley Bearing Change-Bret Medbury 

Letter #42

Custom Mods for Traveling Single-Glenn Shindler, Greasing the Front wheel Bearings-Glenn Shindler, Lets Talk Cooling-Denney Jones, Repair of Dump Plumbing & New Inverter/Charger-Larry Bacon, Mysterious Roof Holes (proud/raised Staples)-Bruce Matlack, Transmission Overhaul-Bruce Matlack, Trivial Coach Additions I just Love-Bruce Matlack, Improving your Trek’s Ride-Clark Van Galder, Front Lighting Overhaul-Clark Van Galder, Your Transmission Can Talk to You-John Fell, Isuzu Trek production numbers-Gary Smith, Honda Generator Recall-Bret Medbury

Letter #43
Awesome Honey Hole of Info-Northwest Trek Fun Club and Mary Carlson, Put your Generator on Slides-Clark Van Galder, Holding Tank Repair-Greg, 91-93 Heart Inverter 101-Sulaiman Kahn, 91-93 AC Electric Distribution Diagram-Richard Kreutzer, Generac Starter Replacement-Bret Medbury, Cooling System Part Numbers-Bret Medbury and Greg
Letter #44
Awesome Honey Hole of Info, Does the rear bumper really fasten the rear cap??, Loose or Galloping Dash Repair, Proper wheel nut torque, The Eddie Story, actually more on tires and nut torque, Luci Lights, JR403E Transmission trouble and replace, Additional Note On Tranny Rebuild, Additional undercarriage Storage, MacGyver method of valve adjusting, HWH Leveler System Pump Source, Overheating Trek, Raising Your Right Mirror, High Tech Anti Siphon for Fresh Water Tank , See Level II Tank Gauge Upgrade
Letter #45
Shower Faucet Replacement, Backup Camera Upgrade, The Rest of the Transmission, An OOPS! While Replacing Coach Batteries, New Bed Motor for a 1992 Trek, Frozen Fuel Cutoff (stopper), New Tank Treatment, Thinking About Replacing Your Isuzu?, An Assortment of Tidbits, Loss of Windshield Wipers Due to Wood Rot, Spring Cleanup/Roof Inspection, What Do You Do During Storage?, Trailer Life Article 1991 Isuzu, FYI Stuff
Letter #46
No power to Driver’ Seat, Exhaust Pipe Bracket Broken Bolt, Crack in Propane Tank Heatshield, Furnace cover Louvers, Exhaust Manifold Bolts (again), Upgraded/replaced Front and Rear Clearance Lights, Isuzu Airbag Suspension, Great Source for Window Parts, 1992 Isuzu Trek Rear View Camera Upgrade, It is wonderful how the Trek family works, Norcold Overtemp Switch Failure, Updated/Corrected Alternator wiring diagram, Truly High Tech Cruise Control, Water Heater Cover Retrofit