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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-08-2023, 07:07 AM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
Probably a simple item to build, but I am not an...

Probably a simple item to build, but I am not an electrical technician.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-07-2023, 07:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,260
Posted By rottenkid
Have you tried YouTube? I did my 26 HE two years...

Have you tried YouTube? I did my 26 HE two years ago. Right headlight burnt out first and then the drivers side. Easy to change,
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=XluTHFSaszU
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-07-2023, 04:25 AM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
Do you have pictures or diagrams for solving this...

Do you have pictures or diagrams for solving this step issue?
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 03-16-2022, 04:17 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,258
Posted By rottenkid
We use the propane while driving. The generator...

We use the propane while driving. The generator is used in order to run the air conditioning while travelling. You will keep the motorhome cooler with the air conditioning on which will keep the...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 03-16-2022, 02:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,773
Posted By rottenkid
Thanks for your solution. I wondered why...

Thanks for your solution. I wondered why automotive windows do not have the same problem. The same step motor was used on certain Ford products. Do you have pictures to post of your solution?
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 01-25-2022, 06:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,773
Posted By rottenkid
Repaired on of my step gears. Works OK. Cheaper...

Repaired on of my step gears. Works OK. Cheaper fix.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 10-07-2021, 06:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,773
Posted By rottenkid
Picture

This is the motor I need, if anyone knows the correct year of automotive replace, then Thanks
https://www.winnieowners.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=181041&stc=1&d=1633654950
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 10-07-2021, 06:42 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,773
Posted By rottenkid
Great information, thanks. Now I need to figure...

Great information, thanks. Now I need to figure out what year automotive motor fits my steps. I would rather pay $50 and not the $250 for the step motor I need. They are expensive in Canada, like...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 10-03-2021, 06:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 984
Posted By rottenkid
We have stayed at Four Mile Creek State Park....

We have stayed at Four Mile Creek State Park. https://parks.ny.gov/parks/6/details.aspx
That is a good camping area. You get to use that campground pass to park at the Falls. The Robert Moses...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 09-21-2021, 06:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,773
Posted By rottenkid
You can move them with one finger. Nothing...

You can move them with one finger. Nothing binding.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-21-2021, 06:03 PM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
They move freely and are always cleaned an...

They move freely and are always cleaned an sprayed with silicone spray.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-20-2021, 08:01 PM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
I forgot to mention, the motorhome is connected...

I forgot to mention, the motorhome is connected to shore power at all times in our Quonset building.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-20-2021, 08:00 PM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
Yes it is the gears that fail. The motor is OK....

Yes it is the gears that fail. The motor is OK. The problem is you can not buy the gears separately. Now, why do these gears fail? I know I have replaced five of these units. I have emailed the step...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 09-20-2021, 03:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,773
Posted By rottenkid
I should have been more specific, I replaced the...

I should have been more specific, I replaced the entire unit. The gears are not available. That would be too easy to replace the gears. These companies make it so you have to spend big bucks. I carry...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-20-2021, 03:16 AM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
Yes, the correct part. Replaced twice at a repair...

Yes, the correct part. Replaced twice at a repair centre. I replaced them with backup ones. I keep a pare because of the trouble. I do not want this happening out on the road, in Canada, you can be...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-19-2021, 09:36 PM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
I keep having o replace my step motors. They...

I keep having o replace my step motors. They start clacking when extended. One motors quit working on the return. Any service people say, I just got a bad motor. I think it is the controller, but the...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 09-19-2021, 05:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,773
Posted By rottenkid
Trouble with steps on a 26HE

I have lost track of how many steps motors I have had to replace in my motorhome. They either start clicking when retracting or extending. We do not step on the steps until they finish moving. ...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-03-2020, 03:01 AM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
Would this Ford 3 prong be tgpheone your...

Would this Ford 3 prong be tgpheone your referring to?
...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-03-2020, 02:55 AM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
Do you have a site on eBay for this 3 prong...

Do you have a site on eBay for this 3 prong connectors? I can not seem to locate them.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-01-2020, 03:31 AM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
I had to change the drivers side headlight. Last...

I had to change the drivers side headlight. Last year I replaced the passenger side headlight. We have daylight driver lights in Canada, so I guess this is why the low beam lights burn out. The...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-15-2020, 05:07 PM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
The door latch that I added to the motorhome was...

The door latch that I added to the motorhome was a much better design than Winnebago used in these motorhomes.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-15-2020, 05:05 PM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
https://www.winnieowners.com/forums/attachment.php...

https://www.winnieowners.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=175349&stc=1&d=1602803004

Finally found the converter for in my HE. This unit mounted where the old converter was. Once installed I...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-15-2020, 06:01 AM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
https://www.winnieowners.com/forums/attachment.php...

https://www.winnieowners.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=175340&stc=1&d=1602763213
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-27-2020, 03:59 PM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
One very important item we replaced was the door...

One very important item we replaced was the door latch. I was outside of the motorhome when the door lock mechanism failed. My wife was inside. She opened the front window and I used the front tire...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-23-2020, 06:34 PM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
We had to have our generator rebuilt. A pushrod...

We had to have our generator rebuilt. A pushrod keeper came off under load and caused the brushes to break. Expensive job. I had to drive 3 1/2 hours to get an authorized Onan dealer to do the job....
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-20-2020, 05:38 PM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
Are they any original owners

Just wondering if anyone still is an original owner of a 26 HE. Just seeing if anyone has anything to add to this site?
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-05-2020, 08:35 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 67,918
Posted By rottenkid
Has anyone ever modified their dash to stop it...

Has anyone ever modified their dash to stop it from shaking? I rember reading someone did that, but I can not find the article.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-05-2020, 08:32 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 67,918
Posted By rottenkid
It has been a while since posting. Our dash air...

It has been a while since posting. Our dash air conditioning is not working. Our generator quit working. That was an expensive repair. Not just once, but a second time. We us the generator...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 10-24-2019, 06:48 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,587
Posted By rottenkid
You could try the Firestone airbag set up. I...

You could try the Firestone airbag set up. I thought about that foe my 26HE, but the cost in Canada is too much. We just put up with the ride. You can lower your tire pressures. We run 82 psi all...
Forum: Welcome Mat 08-21-2019, 10:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 808
Posted By rottenkid
We didn’t have a problem with our last Onan...

We didn’t have a problem with our last Onan generator in our previous motorhome. I am suspicious that Winnebago put in a refurbished generator in as a cost cutting measure. In our to remove the valve...
Forum: Welcome Mat 08-21-2019, 03:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 808
Posted By rottenkid
Yes, the Onan dealer has to bring the parts in...

Yes, the Onan dealer has to bring the parts in from the USA. We can not get the generator back until after labour day. I would have been faster to travel to the United States to have the generator...
Forum: Welcome Mat 08-20-2019, 12:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 808
Posted By rottenkid
Cummins Canada can not supply parts

I have my Onan generator in for repair. It needs new brushes. Cummins Canada are unable to supply parts. Now the generator repair centre needs to find parts in the USA. So anyone buying a motorhome...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-14-2019, 06:18 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,324
Posted By rottenkid
We have owner our 26HE since new. I thought about...

We have owner our 26HE since new. I thought about improving the steering, but never did. Just use to it. Drives like my 78 vw Bus, but much bigger.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-09-2018, 05:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,966
Posted By rottenkid
I have a 26 HE. Before draining the hot water...

I have a 26 HE. Before draining the hot water tank, I turn off the valve in the sink cabinet. Then I remove the nylon plug. I connect air to the hose line and use 30 psi to flush all the lines. ...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-29-2017, 04:16 AM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
Have you called Winnebago to ask about the the...

Have you called Winnebago to ask about the the sensors?
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-06-2017, 11:39 AM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
Has anyone installed a CB in a 26 HE?

Has anyone installed a CB in a 26 HE?
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-06-2017, 04:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,580
Posted By rottenkid
I also used the tape on my weep holes. No more...

I also used the tape on my weep holes. No more noise. Winnebago is of zero help on drain hole covers. The dealers here in Canada are less than zero help.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-06-2017, 03:24 AM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
A couch in place of the table would have been a...

A couch in place of the table would have been a better move by Winnabego. The 26HE is easy to maneuver. I have stated in the past the it handles like my 78 vw bus, just bigger.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-22-2017, 01:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,970
Posted By rottenkid
Do you have a tester to check the specific...

Do you have a tester to check the specific gravity of your batteries? I have a 26 HE Winnebago. My case was different in that my system when plugged into shore power would not charge my batteries. I...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-22-2016, 06:44 PM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
I thought I would post a picture of a simple cup...

I thought I would post a picture of a simple cup holder. I used double sided tape and electrical tape along the window frame. I used the cup holder all season.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-09-2016, 12:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,528
Posted By rottenkid
Have you checked if you have 12 volts at the...

Have you checked if you have 12 volts at the battery? Have you cleaned the terminals?
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-15-2016, 04:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,933
Posted By rottenkid
Our vista 26 HE had the same wind noise. There...

Our vista 26 HE had the same wind noise. There are weep holes at the bottom of the windows on the outside. I cover them with electrical tape. That elimates the noise as long as the windows are...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-14-2016, 03:49 AM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
I don't see a problem with what your trying to...

I don't see a problem with what your trying to do. You just need to lock the TV in position when your on the move.

I always wanted a way to lower the TV when parked. The location of the TV is too...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 08-11-2016, 02:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,952
Posted By rottenkid
I also carry the proper socket for the job. I...

I also carry the proper socket for the job. I have put the nuts on with the wrench from Winnebago, but could not remove them with that wrench a month later.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-28-2016, 02:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,012
Posted By rottenkid
To me my Vista 26HE is like during my 78 VW bus....

To me my Vista 26HE is like during my 78 VW bus. The difference is the size. I think it just feels more like it wanders because you are sitting up higher. My Trail-lite did the same as my Vista. I...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-22-2016, 05:15 PM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
Stopped at the Winnebago dealer in Canada to see...

Stopped at the Winnebago dealer in Canada to see if they could get me some weeping hole plugs for the front windows to reduce noise. One fellow knew of them, but they didn't know where to get them. I...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-30-2016, 06:55 AM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
The. Screen works OK. The Velcro is a problem...

The. Screen works OK. The Velcro is a problem with a cheaper screen. The sticky part does not hold that good. I had to add more Velcro. I found that there are too many gaps with the ramp in place....
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-27-2016, 10:36 AM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
Added the cheap Dollarama magnetic screens today.

Added the cheap Dollarama magnetic screens today.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-26-2016, 03:28 AM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
I take the tape off if there is rain. The tape...

I take the tape off if there is rain. The tape helps somewhat.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-25-2016, 03:41 PM
Replies: 449
Views: 94,729
Posted By rottenkid
I put electrical tape over the holes. I have yet...

I put electrical tape over the holes. I have yet to get the proper plugs for the holes. I will have to check in the USA sometime. I asked at a Winnebago dealer here in Canada, but like everthing else...
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