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Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 03-14-2015, 08:58 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,211
Posted By Belgique
Please keep the pix coming. Need to do stuff to...

Please keep the pix coming. Need to do stuff to our '08 35J. It looks like you did flooring too? Pictures of that? Thanks!
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-04-2014, 06:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,901
Posted By Belgique
Thanks folks. Gotta follow up on this. My hub...

Thanks folks. Gotta follow up on this. My hub decals are looking bad too.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-03-2014, 08:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,901
Posted By Belgique
Ohhhh! That is a fantastic idea Jim! From what I...

Ohhhh! That is a fantastic idea Jim! From what I can tell, it is the same as Workhorse so that should work! Appreciate the tip! Steve
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-02-2014, 06:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,901
Posted By Belgique
Dumb question: are these the fake lug nut covers...

Dumb question: are these the fake lug nut covers that are mounted on a wheel cover (if that makes sense)? Mine is Ford. Mine are mounted to the wheel cover...kinda crimped on. I screwed up and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-16-2012, 05:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,459
Posted By Belgique
Sometime maybe post what you're doing with the...

Sometime maybe post what you're doing with the floor and lessons learned? Our J's carpet has to go. Thanks!
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-19-2012, 07:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,459
Posted By Belgique
I had no idea there was an access panel there. I...

I had no idea there was an access panel there. I did the low belly crawl and it wasn't fun. Thanks for the info.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-17-2012, 08:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,459
Posted By Belgique
If I recall right, it is held down by industrial...

If I recall right, it is held down by industrial grade velcro. I pulled mine out with great force. I was able to pry it out without damage. Mine was working, but not well...I keep it as a spare but...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 05-29-2012, 09:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,120
Posted By Belgique
Hmmm. For some, obviously dumb, reason I didn't...

Hmmm. For some, obviously dumb, reason I didn't realize that there were separate fuses for Right/Left Turn. My TOAD right turn doesn't work and I've gone nuts trying to figure it out. I'll try this....
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 01-23-2012, 05:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,291
Posted By Belgique
Winnie hides it very well. BTW: at least in '08,...

Winnie hides it very well. BTW: at least in '08, that wiring will only be the electrical not the antenna coax. If you have an (usually rusting) antenna on the drivers side roof, there may be coax....
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-02-2012, 05:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,436
Posted By Belgique
Is the plug in the house on a GFIC? One in my...

Is the plug in the house on a GFIC? One in my house doesn't like the MH and trips every time.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-05-2011, 07:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,963
Posted By Belgique
It seems strange, but the coax is shown on the...

It seems strange, but the coax is shown on the 12V installation and drawings pages, There's not much but it is there. On my 01 35U and the 08 35J, there is one coax from the dish to the forward...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-30-2011, 10:02 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,712
Posted By Belgique
Well, I just went to the rig and dug out the bag....

Well, I just went to the rig and dug out the bag. The biggest problem was operator headspace (me.) What I bought to replace the 1076's were not the right kind for a sconce and they were only 50...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-30-2011, 08:55 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,712
Posted By Belgique
I remain gun shy, give the drawer full of LEDs....

I remain gun shy, give the drawer full of LEDs. Task/Reading light is what we were disappointed in since DW, esp, reads a lot.

The bullet/spot kind of light over the sofa: 1383. The replacement I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-28-2011, 06:21 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,712
Posted By Belgique
I went this route and was not happy with the...

I went this route and was not happy with the light...worse Mama wasn't happy and you know what that means! Now I have a drawer of expensive bulbs. I'd like to switch since we dry camp a lot but until...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-15-2011, 06:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,446
Posted By Belgique
Unless it changed recently, prewire only means...

Unless it changed recently, prewire only means there is 12V wiring, not antenna wire (you are right, earlier years it included both and the "rusty" antenna). My 08 has the 12v wiring (no coax) and it...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-29-2011, 06:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,033
Posted By Belgique
Rick wins!:thumb: This solved it. Many thanks to...

Rick wins!:thumb: This solved it. Many thanks to all for the ideas. Steve
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-27-2011, 07:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,033
Posted By Belgique
Many thanks. I replaced my Winnie converter...

Many thanks. I replaced my Winnie converter several years ago and can get to the plug easy. I'll try that when we get power back. We evaced from Cedar Island NC to Selma on I-95. Glad we left...next...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-27-2011, 07:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,033
Posted By Belgique
Power Line Energy Management System (EMS)

The Power Line Energy Management System (EMS) on our 2008 35J Sightseer started acting bizarre late yesterday. It properly shows 30 AMP connection and how many amps we are using (less than 20 most of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-19-2011, 07:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 41,773
Posted By Belgique
I'm pretty sure there is a label on the cover...

I'm pretty sure there is a label on the cover that gives weights for different operating conditions. There is one on my 5.5.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-18-2011, 05:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,719
Posted By Belgique
x2 what RVJeeper said. If that selector (power...

x2 what RVJeeper said. If that selector (power cord vs generator) is in the wrong position something will not work. Its described in the manual. Easy rider also has a point. That 20 amp breaker on...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-12-2011, 08:51 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 60,250
Posted By Belgique
I hate this thread. DW will see it and shame me...

I hate this thread. DW will see it and shame me into getting off my behind and getting to work on ours:D. Fantastic explanation. Bravo.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-07-2011, 06:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,242
Posted By Belgique
Goldwingerx2: "Again Winnebago gave me good...

Goldwingerx2: "Again Winnebago gave me good directions on how to do this."

Did they do this in writing? Would be useful if they published a service bulletin or something like that since so many of...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-15-2011, 05:40 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 11,001
Posted By Belgique
This slide show and description should be a...

This slide show and description should be a sticky. I've read a lot on here and the other forum trying to get courage but this one is, by far, the best. Thanks!
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-12-2011, 05:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,586
Posted By Belgique
Really nice. Do you consider yourself an...

Really nice. Do you consider yourself an experience woodworker? I'm asking because I am not and I keep holding off tackling this. I probably ought to just go and rip the carpet out and then I'll have...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-29-2011, 05:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,902
Posted By Belgique
Congrats! We love our J even though Grandson...

Congrats! We love our J even though Grandson isn't with us as much as we'd like. The bunks make EXCELLENT storage areas. You're gonna like it. Holler if you have questions. Steve

PS: I don't know...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 03-25-2011, 05:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 17,287
Posted By Belgique
I'd give the folks at Crutchfield a call and tell...

I'd give the folks at Crutchfield a call and tell them your story. They are really good at coming up with alternatives that would work and excellent customer service. Crutchfield: Car Stereo,...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 03-19-2011, 06:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,646
Posted By Belgique
My 2008 J came with a spare (19.5 though and it...

My 2008 J came with a spare (19.5 though and it is a tight fit in that compartment). Glad I had it a few months ago. My Coach Net guy came: only tool was a breaker bar and a lug nut socket and a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-14-2011, 07:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,949
Posted By Belgique
The terrible barrel chair is in the garage and a...

The terrible barrel chair is in the garage and a Lazy Boy in it's place. Don't know about the Euro Chair but anything else has to be better than the barrel.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 02-11-2011, 12:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,995
Posted By Belgique
I've mentioned this several times on the other...

I've mentioned this several times on the other forum: might want to loosen them once and awhile or use "Anti-Seize". All 4 on my jeep froze and I had to cut them off (and a loss of sensors). The ones...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-11-2011, 05:57 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,111
Posted By Belgique
Agree 100%

Agree 100%
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-10-2011, 02:35 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,330
Posted By Belgique
Cats are safe

Thanks to all for your inputs. They certainly helped me and maybe they will be of use to others down the road.

The cats are safe:D! Did the deed today at CAT scales at a Flying J: Front= 6700;...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-10-2011, 05:36 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,330
Posted By Belgique
Thanks! Going to be weighing in a few hours. I'm...

Thanks! Going to be weighing in a few hours. I'm confused though. The Goodyear chart shows weight's in the 3000's.(3640-4335). Do you divide your axle weight by the number of tires on that axle to...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-05-2011, 08:09 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,330
Posted By Belgique
Great! That's a big help. I'll report my findings...

Great! That's a big help. I'll report my findings when I do it next week. Steve
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-05-2011, 07:45 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,330
Posted By Belgique
Thanks much for the great info! If you have a...

Thanks much for the great info! If you have a second, describe how one weighs on a CAT scale at a truck stop. Do you go in first and tell them or what? Presume it would be 2 passes get get the front...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-04-2011, 03:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,330
Posted By Belgique
AKADEADEYE: In about 12 years of MHing, I have...

AKADEADEYE: In about 12 years of MHing, I have never used a spare. I tried to indicate that I know all about tire age but guess I failed. I'd just as soon not spend $400 for a spare when I am going...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-04-2011, 02:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,330
Posted By Belgique
Just to close this out: no picture...the tire was...

Just to close this out: no picture...the tire was gone. Lucked out and they had a great looking exact match Goodyear that someone had swapped out, probably for age...it's a late '99. No obvious dry...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-03-2011, 03:04 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,330
Posted By Belgique
What type, model of tire blew out? Factory OEM...

What type, model of tire blew out? Factory OEM Goodyear 245/70R19.5. Load Range F. Rig is a F53/V10. I'm sure I have always been at/over CCC thus the ostrich approach to weighing because I don't know...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-03-2011, 02:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,330
Posted By Belgique
19.5. I'll see if I can get a pix. Essentially it...

19.5. I'll see if I can get a pix. Essentially it blew on the inside and left about 12" of separation from the sidewall...some of that may be from the slow down and getting on the shoulder. It is at...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-03-2011, 12:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,330
Posted By Belgique
35J Tire Pressure (had a blow out)

Please don't weight police me....I know I'm a bad guy and I promise to rectify it ASAP.:eek:

Been running 92# as is on the Winnie placard....I KNOW that this should be adjusted after a proper...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-22-2010, 06:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,960
Posted By Belgique
Tow a Grand Cherokee with a V10 (35J) for many...

Tow a Grand Cherokee with a V10 (35J) for many thousands of miles out west, Mexico and east coast. Never know the car is there...mileage doesn't change either on the times we've gone Toadless.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-09-2010, 05:49 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 19,351
Posted By Belgique
Yep. On my 2nd. Very minor issues and Owners...

Yep. On my 2nd. Very minor issues and Owners Relations is first class in responding.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-29-2010, 07:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,799
Posted By Belgique
They may be pre-wired...check the wiring drawings...

They may be pre-wired...check the wiring drawings for your vehicle in the stickee at the top of the page. As to utility, they are fine but I could do without them and would not order them or go to...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-03-2010, 06:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 13,108
Posted By Belgique
Thanks for that Trico link. I can't find blades...

Thanks for that Trico link. I can't find blades (whole unit) that has the right holes so this should help. Curious that they don't have anything later than 2007. But, doubt that anything changed for...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-18-2010, 06:13 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,737
Posted By Belgique
I guess if money wasn't a concern, I'd go diesel....

I guess if money wasn't a concern, I'd go diesel. This same debate came up when we were boaters and the thinking then was if you're a commercial user then go diesel.


Power: Whilst we live in...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-08-2010, 07:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,705
Posted By Belgique
DW is a professional chef. She loves the...

DW is a professional chef. She loves the MW/Convection and has done some amazing dishes as my belt size confirms. We've used the regular oven 2 times in 3 years...too small for anything useful...IHHO.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-05-2010, 05:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,974
Posted By Belgique
Lichtsinn seems to have everything Winnie and...

Lichtsinn seems to have everything Winnie and even some chassis stuff. Give them a call. Make sure you have the coach serial number because they can check the build sheets and know exactly what you...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-01-2010, 06:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,127
Posted By Belgique
Me too. Exactly. On our 35J, there is a 90deg...

Me too. Exactly. On our 35J, there is a 90deg bend and that's where paper gets stuck. I use the short awning rod that we never use for the awning: metal and easily washed in the shower.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 05-23-2010, 07:44 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,823
Posted By Belgique
I disagree with the other campers, sort of. I...

I disagree with the other campers, sort of. I rarely use ours, esp to transmit, but it has been very handy on several occasions to avoid a major interstate shutdown. It has also come in handy a...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 05-20-2010, 08:29 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,823
Posted By Belgique
Based on a lot of recommendations, I use the...

Based on a lot of recommendations, I use the Firestik No Ground Plane (since it is a FG roof).
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-20-2010, 12:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,853
Posted By Belgique
Mine is like philbailey's. Also, if I overfill it...

Mine is like philbailey's. Also, if I overfill it does its job and then some!!! It overflows AND siphons almost the whole tank!! Couldn't figure why a tank that was full was empty an hour later.
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