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Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-06-2019, 07:13 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 47,242
Posted By TDI-Minnie
No need to replace the valve! Once you take it...

No need to replace the valve!
Once you take it off the camper, you can disassemble it from the back and replace the o-ring.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 11-11-2018, 05:21 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 47,242
Posted By TDI-Minnie
On mine, the low point drains are seperate and...

On mine, the low point drains are seperate and neatly mounted under the kitchen sink.
Easiest way to find them is to look under the camper and find the red/blue tubes sticking out.

Note that they...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 11-08-2018, 05:19 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 47,242
Posted By TDI-Minnie
No way to answer that, except to say the...

No way to answer that, except to say the antifreeze is cheaper than the propane.
I winterize mine several times a year when a hard freeze is forecasted and then just take it out an use when I want.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-13-2018, 06:28 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 47,242
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Seems silly to leave the low point drain open and...

Seems silly to leave the low point drain open and have all the antifreeze on the ground.
But, I don't see any harm in doing it either.

Personally, I would not want my water system open to the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 06-04-2018, 11:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,293
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Antisway on a standard hitch without WD is about...

Antisway on a standard hitch without WD is about the worst combination you can have.

The high hitch weight takes traction off the steering axle and anti-sway makes the tow vehicle understeer even...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 06-04-2018, 11:14 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,293
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Around 500

Around 500
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 06-03-2018, 05:24 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,293
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Confused... if the F150 is light in the rear, a...

Confused... if the F150 is light in the rear, a WD hitch takes more weight off the rear.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 05-21-2018, 04:52 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,293
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Actually, that's exactly what it does... it...

Actually, that's exactly what it does... it transfers weight off the rear axle of the truck (where it squats) and moves it to the front axle of the truck and back to the trailer wheels.
That's the...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-13-2018, 06:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,717
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Hi CVon My 2301BH also has a roof that isn't...

Hi CVon
My 2301BH also has a roof that isn't totally smooth, but my understanding is that the roof also allows for some expansion and contraction as temps change.

Not sure about your rear wall. ...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-26-2018, 06:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,577
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Kayak73 has his location included in his...

Kayak73 has his location included in his profile... only one Camping World near NW Georgia.
I think the discussion is a general one so location is not as critical. I don't deal with CW unless I'm...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 01-03-2018, 06:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,414
Posted By TDI-Minnie
The bumper is not strong enough. Even if you...

The bumper is not strong enough.
Even if you weld on a frame mounted receiver, the combined weight of nearly 200lbs comes OFF your hitch weight. More weight in back and less in front = trailer...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 12-12-2017, 08:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,178
Posted By TDI-Minnie
The problem with traveling in winter is not so...

The problem with traveling in winter is not so much the underbelly as the fresh water drain valve and the black/grey dump.
If those freeze on the road, you may be in trouble, especially if you start...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 11-17-2017, 05:15 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,427
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Particularly on payload. The "wet" hitch weight...

Particularly on payload. The "wet" hitch weight on a Minnie plus will be near 1000lbs. My 2301BH is over 700.
If your half ton has a 1200 payload capacity and you hang 1000lbs off the back, then...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 11-16-2017, 05:08 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,427
Posted By TDI-Minnie
What are you towing with? I like the layout of...

What are you towing with?
I like the layout of the 2500FL and the 2401RG. The only issue with and rear kitchen in a trailer is the tendancy to "bounce" your kitchen... like riding in the back of a...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 11-10-2017, 11:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,178
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Your city water connection will be the biggest...

Your city water connection will be the biggest risk. If it's really cold, just use water in the tank and water pump.
Keep the camper winterized while towing if you are going through real cold.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-21-2017, 07:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,331
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Not that brand but I've had a Battery Tender and...

Not that brand but I've had a Battery Tender and a couple others for the assorted toys.
I always pulled the battery out and set it in towels in the basement over winter. Only charged once a month...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-20-2017, 06:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,147
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Bob, How did you get the recliner through the...

Bob,
How did you get the recliner through the door?
Does it disassemble?
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-20-2017, 06:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,331
Posted By TDI-Minnie
RV battery

I replaced my battery with a Group 31 12v this summer.
Got a full 4 years out of the original Interstate. Not impressed.
A couple of tidbits:

Particularly if it's plugged in a lot, check the...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-09-2017, 08:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,992
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Yeah, I recognize it, now that you mention it.

Yeah, I recognize it, now that you mention it.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-04-2017, 06:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,147
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Hi David, Welcome to the forum. You can...

Hi David,
Welcome to the forum.
You can either turn off the breaker for the interior lights (but that would kill all the lights), pull out their bulbs, or if power usage is a concern when dry...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-04-2017, 06:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,799
Posted By TDI-Minnie
I suggest going into an electronics place like...

I suggest going into an electronics place like Best Buy and talking to their audio folks. There are a number of options out there because many SUVs and minivans have DVD capable head units.
I would...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-03-2017, 10:36 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,799
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Hi Rick Welcome to the forum. Not sure I...

Hi Rick
Welcome to the forum.
Not sure I understand what you're asking. Are you looking for recommendations on a replacement head unit?
If so, make sure you get a unit that is also capable of...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-26-2017, 11:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,992
Posted By TDI-Minnie
A great little spot

Having a little reunion... this is Vogel State Park in the North GA mountains.
We came here of our first real camping trip when we first got out Minnie 2301BH more than 4 years ago.
After almost...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 09-21-2017, 11:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,945
Posted By TDI-Minnie
I'm not 100% sure, but it sounds like more of a...

I'm not 100% sure, but it sounds like more of a brake balance/master cylinder problem.
I doubt the issue is with the individual brake components unless they were installed incorrectly or the RF and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 09-20-2017, 08:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,293
Posted By TDI-Minnie
I don't use one on my Ram 2500 diesel... 4 years...

I don't use one on my Ram 2500 diesel... 4 years and 20k miles with no problem. But it's a very heavy front end with a very long wheelbase.

I think you should be fine, but hook it up and see how...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-20-2017, 06:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,843
Posted By TDI-Minnie
I've heard lots of good reports about their...

I've heard lots of good reports about their products. Current Winnebago trailers came about in 2012 after Winnebago bought the Sunnybrook brand back in 2010 (I believe). Quality begat quality.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 11-02-2016, 07:17 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 30,580
Posted By TDI-Minnie
On the AC noise, I find mine has an annoying...

On the AC noise, I find mine has an annoying resonance on the first fan speed, but that goes away on the higher settings. So mine stays on 2.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 11-02-2016, 07:14 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 30,580
Posted By TDI-Minnie
I have a 2012 Minnie and I can attest that if you...

I have a 2012 Minnie and I can attest that if you keep them inflated, out of the sun and don't go too fast, you can get many years of reliable service out of the OEM tires. Mine went about 15,000...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-08-2016, 01:07 PM
Replies: 602
Views: 201,476
Posted By TDI-Minnie
There are a couple of Minnie towable threads here...

There are a couple of Minnie towable threads here that have a ton of activity and Q&A that will be very helpful.
Good luck!
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 08-16-2016, 09:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,973
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Also consider brakes. Most 5000lbs trailers...

Also consider brakes.
Most 5000lbs trailers have their own brakes. A jeep in tow will push a lot!
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 08-14-2016, 08:33 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 47,242
Posted By TDI-Minnie
l also make a point to clean the AC dust filter...

l also make a point to clean the AC dust filter when I winterize. I usually do it a couple times a year, but just seems like a good time to do it when winterizing. I know I won't think about it in...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-24-2016, 11:14 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 47,242
Posted By TDI-Minnie
And don't forget to sanitize the fresh water tank...

And don't forget to sanitize the fresh water tank with about 1/4 cup of bleach and a full load of water.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-12-2016, 07:03 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,039
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Congrats! Keep us posted on how you like it.

Congrats!
Keep us posted on how you like it.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-08-2016, 12:17 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,039
Posted By TDI-Minnie
I think you will be OK but I would look into...

I think you will be OK but I would look into getting a transmission cooler and make sure all the fluids are fresh. Don't forget the rear axle oil and brake fluid.
If you are doing and real distance...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 03-20-2016, 07:17 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,039
Posted By TDI-Minnie
We just reserved a spot in Yellowstone for mid...

We just reserved a spot in Yellowstone for mid July. Planning on hitting another 4-5 parks and about 5k miles this summer. :cool:
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 03-16-2016, 05:58 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,039
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Cool, welcome

Cool, welcome
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 12-08-2015, 04:48 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,039
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Don't jinx it. Supposed to be near 70 here all...

Don't jinx it.
Supposed to be near 70 here all week.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 11-29-2015, 05:11 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 47,242
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Glad it was helpful. The ease of this project...

Glad it was helpful. The ease of this project allows us to spend a lot more time camping. It just takes a decent forecast and a little cabin fever for me to go camping for a weekend.

And if you...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 11-29-2015, 05:01 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,039
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Yeah they look good but very similar to the...

Yeah they look good but very similar to the R-pods.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-06-2015, 10:45 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,434
Posted By TDI-Minnie
The Winnebago Towables are excellent products. ...

The Winnebago Towables are excellent products. We've had our TT for 2.5 years with no issues. There is a dealer near me and I regularly swing by to check the latest products, and I can say the 5th...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 09-16-2015, 04:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,994
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Can you post a picture of the unit?

Can you post a picture of the unit?
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-13-2015, 06:23 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 47,242
Posted By TDI-Minnie
So, new learning for this part! If you force...

So, new learning for this part!
If you force the one-way valve open while the system is under full (pump) pressure, you can dislodge the o-ring in the valve and it will leak. You'll know this the...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-11-2015, 09:25 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,039
Posted By TDI-Minnie
The ultralight models are about the same quality...

The ultralight models are about the same quality as the Minnie. The old ONE line was a step up, but they discontinued it, I think due to weight = less volume. The 5th wheels span the spectrum from...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-11-2015, 12:17 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 47,242
Posted By TDI-Minnie
:thumb: bump

:thumb: bump
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-07-2015, 05:50 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,039
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Is there any way to figure out how many of each...

Is there any way to figure out how many of each Floorplan they made?
I'm just curious because my 2301bh was discontinued after just a year and I have never seen another one in person or on forums. ...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-06-2015, 06:08 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,039
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Makes me wonder how collectable our trailers will...

Makes me wonder how collectable our trailers will be. :-)
Or is it a great time to get a smoking deal on a Winnebago 5er?
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 09-01-2015, 08:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,358
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Niiice. The funny thing is, I used to have a...

Niiice.
The funny thing is, I used to have a '00 TJ Sahara that I should never have sold and now I'm looking for a CJ that's 30+ years old.
:banghead::laugh:
Forum: Winnebago Class B Motorhomes 08-31-2015, 04:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,567
Posted By TDI-Minnie
:iagree: Good advice...:thumb:

:iagree:
Good advice...:thumb:
Forum: Winnebago Class B Motorhomes 08-28-2015, 01:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,567
Posted By TDI-Minnie
Glad to hear it went well. Ours has been serving...

Glad to hear it went well. Ours has been serving us well for over two years!
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-24-2015, 04:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,733
Posted By TDI-Minnie
I'm not much of a KOA fan, but the SE Orlando KOA...

I'm not much of a KOA fan, but the SE Orlando KOA at Lake Whippoorwill was actually very nice.
Great shopping nearby and easy access to the highway to go to the parks or downtown.
Lots of amenities...
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