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Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 02-23-2022, 05:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,885
Posted By MainelyScott
Stolen from the Winnebago MicroMini group on...

Stolen from the Winnebago MicroMini group on Facebook: looks/sounds authentic to me…

I just got this from Winnebago regarding sitting in the slide while not extended out.

I really thought my...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 02-23-2022, 05:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,885
Posted By MainelyScott
A couple things that are worth mentioning, when...

A couple things that are worth mentioning, when operating the slide, hold the button until it fully stops. Let off early and over time the motors can get out of sync. Also from a post in another...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-02-2022, 04:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,133
Posted By MainelyScott
We’ve made that trip three times, twice to...

We’ve made that trip three times, twice to Florida and once to New Orleans. We did the same thing, hotels the first 2-3 nights and de-winterized when we go to the Carolinas or when the weather seemed...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 11-17-2021, 04:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,585
Posted By MainelyScott
I have a 2018 2108DS and this is the correct...

I have a 2018 2108DS and this is the correct answer for mine...the furnace works well, the thermostat controls are more like a "touch screen" you don't need to push them, just a light touch will do...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 11-14-2021, 04:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,290
Posted By MainelyScott
We've done that a few times, Maine to Florida, we...

We've done that a few times, Maine to Florida, we just stay in hotels the first few nights. Usually we go late February through April (5-6 weeks). Our rig fits perfectly in two parking spaces, we...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-17-2021, 04:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,151
Posted By MainelyScott
I used the Garmin as well, I mounted it to a...

I used the Garmin as well, I mounted it to a (Sintra) plastic plate and then used double-sided tape to attach that to the camper. For power I tapped into the center clearance light.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-15-2021, 04:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,664
Posted By MainelyScott
Sorry to hear that you've had so many problems....

Sorry to hear that you've had so many problems. Mine is a 2018 2108DS (bought September of 2017), I've had a couple of smaller issues but the local dealer fixed those with no trouble at all. I...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 08-29-2021, 06:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,472
Posted By MainelyScott
I bought my 2018 2108DS in September of 2017. I...

I bought my 2018 2108DS in September of 2017. I ordered it and an Equalizer hitch for about $30,000 total (including taxes).
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-27-2021, 06:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,870
Posted By MainelyScott
Almost exactly what I did and I used a foam...

Almost exactly what I did and I used a foam mattress from WayFair. We don't mind the Murphy bed at all, yes its hard to make the bed but we use the couch for watching tv. Replacing the horse hair and...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-05-2021, 04:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,433
Posted By MainelyScott
Maxair fan, fits the same hole, get power from...

Maxair fan, fits the same hole, get power from nearest light fixture. Blows in or out, several speeds, can run when it’s raining, and it’s quiet! Best addition we done.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-02-2021, 04:32 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 27,571
Posted By MainelyScott
You’re going to get as many answers as there are...

You’re going to get as many answers as there are vehicles. I use a Chevy Tahoe, handles the towing beautifully, super comfortable, still pretty easy to get around town with. Having said that, look...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 02-28-2021, 04:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,372
Posted By MainelyScott
We keep ours packed, we move from one place to...

We keep ours packed, we move from one place to another often, never really had any problems... we do always open the fridge door carefully when we’re setting up at a new site.
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 01-17-2021, 05:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,277
Posted By MainelyScott
I really like this rule! I think that its close...

I really like this rule! I think that its close to what we have done in the past, but it seems to me like just about right!
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 01-10-2021, 04:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,338
Posted By MainelyScott
When powering the slide in or out, make sure to...

When powering the slide in or out, make sure to hold the button until the slide stops. I was holding it until it seemed to be all the way out and (I thought) it was starting to bog down, the result...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-03-2021, 05:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,676
Posted By MainelyScott
I got a 12 volt compressor at Harbor Freight (the...

I got a 12 volt compressor at Harbor Freight (the one with the metal case) sorry, I don’t remember the model#. Anyway, it’s worked fine on several occasions, takes up very little space, and has...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 12-30-2020, 05:23 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,167
Posted By MainelyScott
I bought a battery jumper from Harbor Freight,...

I bought a battery jumper from Harbor Freight, the one with the lithium battery, cost was about $80. It is compact and had excellent reviews and I've had occasion to try it myself, it works great! I...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-18-2020, 05:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,336
Posted By MainelyScott
That's the same trailer that I have, I had a...

That's the same trailer that I have, I had a Chevy Colorado when I bought it. The truck pulled okay but it just didn't seem to be a comfortable pull. I traded for a Tahoe and the difference is like...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-19-2020, 10:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,854
Posted By MainelyScott
Where your water hose attaches, just the screen...

Where your water hose attaches, just the screen out and push the white pin (check valve) while the system is pressurized and the last bit of water will squirt out.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-19-2020, 04:23 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,639
Posted By MainelyScott
I found some rubber ones that self lock by...

I found some rubber ones that self lock by pushing the middle of the plug in.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-17-2020, 01:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,854
Posted By MainelyScott
You have to remove the floor of the cabinet under...

You have to remove the floor of the cabinet under the sink. Just a couple screws and it will lift up.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-11-2020, 01:15 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 6,914
Posted By MainelyScott
Thanks David, We're retired too, when we had...

Thanks David,
We're retired too, when we had the dry camping episode COVID was happening and we were on our way back from Florida, by the time we got to Connecticut the campgrounds weren't open. I...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-11-2020, 11:01 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 6,914
Posted By MainelyScott
Yes, the battery was fully charged, and in fact...

Yes, the battery was fully charged, and in fact it fully recharged after a day of driving. I did start the truck and plugged the wire back in, but that alone wasn't enough to allow us to move the...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-05-2020, 04:46 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 6,914
Posted By MainelyScott
2108DS with the original (2018)battery, we stayed...

2108DS with the original (2018)battery, we stayed one night at a rest stop. We put the slide out, thought we were really fortunate that we could camp and have water and heat. Woke up about 1:00 a.m....
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-04-2020, 02:48 PM
Replies: 602
Views: 199,833
Posted By MainelyScott
I really like the 2108ds, we’ve spent up to six...

I really like the 2108ds, we’ve spent up to six weeks in it in one trip, plenty of room for the two of us. You’re truck will tow the camper, it has enough power, and will handle okay. I’m probably a...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-04-2020, 02:32 PM
Replies: 602
Views: 199,833
Posted By MainelyScott
I had a Colorado when I bought my 2108ds, it...

I had a Colorado when I bought my 2108ds, it pulled okay, I used a weight distribution hitch (the equalizer), and yes extension mirrors. It was “okay” for towing, but it didn’t seem to be a...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-07-2020, 04:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 620
Posted By MainelyScott
Open the forward outside panel, Way forward...

Open the forward outside panel, Way forward you’ll see a square piece of paneling with a couple screws. Just take the screws out and you’ll find your pillow! There is a panel on either side.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 08-23-2020, 02:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,108
Posted By MainelyScott
Chevy Tahoe, I had a Chevy Colorado when I bought...

Chevy Tahoe, I had a Chevy Colorado when I bought the trailer but it just didn't seem to be enough for long trips, the Tahoe is just a little bigger than the Colorado and works great.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 08-10-2020, 02:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,042
Posted By MainelyScott
The dealer just routed the wire to tap into the...

The dealer just routed the wire to tap into the LED light that's about a foot from the vent.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 08-10-2020, 11:19 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,042
Posted By MainelyScott
Don't think I've ever pulled the camper with it...

Don't think I've ever pulled the camper with it open, not sure if would be okay or not. What I do know is that it was worth every penny and does a great job! Our's is right over the bed, it will blow...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 08-08-2020, 04:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,042
Posted By MainelyScott
The dealer installed mine, he just tapped into...

The dealer installed mine, he just tapped into the nearest light fixture for power, running the. wire above the ceiling. Its worked just fine for two years and counting!
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 07-19-2020, 05:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,420
Posted By MainelyScott
I have a 2108DS as well. I found some nice wall...

I have a 2108DS as well. I found some nice wall mount 12volt led lights at etrailer. The closet walls are hollow so I managed to run wires down through wall and picked up 12 volt off the outlets by...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 07-08-2020, 05:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,819
Posted By MainelyScott
We use that space to hang souvenirs from our...

We use that space to hang souvenirs from our travels...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 07-06-2020, 05:18 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,614
Posted By MainelyScott
My 2108DS (2018) does have a little different...

My 2108DS (2018) does have a little different layout. Still, if you remove the trim on the existing vent you'll probably be able to see what's up there that might be in the way. I just ran speaker...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-08-2020, 05:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,429
Posted By MainelyScott
Cobgratulaions! We bought a 2018 2108DS, its...

Cobgratulaions! We bought a 2018 2108DS, its been a great camper, we go for 4-6 weeks at a time. Our dealer was really good about checking everything before we went to pick it up. We got "The...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-06-2020, 04:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,614
Posted By MainelyScott
The dealer installed mine, he tapped into the...

The dealer installed mine, he tapped into the light for power. It's been a couple of years and it works great! No issues at all.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-19-2020, 05:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,677
Posted By MainelyScott
I have two planks 2x10 and 5’ long with bevels...

I have two planks 2x10 and 5’ long with bevels cut on the ends. Usually one plank on on side will get the camper level. I may have had to use both on one side, maybe once. I generally only camp at...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-11-2020, 05:21 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,311
Posted By MainelyScott
I have a 2108DS (2018) At the very least get one...

I have a 2108DS (2018) At the very least get one of those jumper boxes for boosting the battery. I haven't found any way to manually crank the slide out in, it needs the battery. I had to have AAA...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-01-2020, 05:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,137
Posted By MainelyScott
With some systems you have “ scan for channels”...

With some systems you have “ scan for channels” under the menu screen.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 02-20-2020, 08:38 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 12,162
Posted By MainelyScott
I did nearly the same and for the same reasons, I...

I did nearly the same and for the same reasons, I traded my Colorado for a Tahoe, its a great combination and the Tahoe (though wider by 6") is still short enough to be easy to park in town.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 02-13-2020, 05:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,422
Posted By MainelyScott
Paper can get hung up on the probes in the tank...

Paper can get hung up on the probes in the tank and block them from working correctly. After emptying and rinsing the tank, before traveling, I add some water and additive so that the motion while...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 12-28-2019, 07:52 AM
Replies: 602
Views: 199,833
Posted By MainelyScott
Straps go around the mattress and bedding to hold...

Straps go around the mattress and bedding to hold things in place when the bed is flipped up. Travel only with the bed in the down position. There should be a latch on the right hand side that locks...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-22-2019, 05:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,291
Posted By MainelyScott
Why not use a hose from the existing tank flush...

Why not use a hose from the existing tank flush up to the vicinity of the dump valves? Just use a hose that has a shutoff valve on the end near the dump valves. Sure you'll have to connect it each...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 12-18-2019, 08:27 AM
Replies: 602
Views: 199,833
Posted By MainelyScott
Mine was doing the same thing, felt tight and...

Mine was doing the same thing, felt tight and didn't move easily. I sprayed it with WD-40 and worked it back and forth until it started to move. After getting it working I sprayed it with white...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 12-14-2019, 08:03 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,814
Posted By MainelyScott
The dealer replaced my couch too. If it goes...

The dealer replaced my couch too. If it goes again I’ll just dismantle it and install heavier straps with screws and washers.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 11-28-2019, 08:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,496
Posted By MainelyScott
I figure the button is there for a reason and I...

I figure the button is there for a reason and I use it almost every time I'm pulling the camper. I think the manual does state that its best used when pulling a heavy trailer. It seems like the truck...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-06-2019, 07:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,053
Posted By MainelyScott
Sounds like you’ve got it on the run, hopefully...

Sounds like you’ve got it on the run, hopefully Winnebago will come through quickly. I’m beginning to think that when buying a new camper the first step should be to research dealership reputations.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-06-2019, 07:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,053
Posted By MainelyScott
I’d go straight back to the dealership, it’s...

I’d go straight back to the dealership, it’s brand new, it must some sort of warranty. My experience with electronics is that they break down either soon or never, there’s probably a circuit board in...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-30-2019, 05:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,859
Posted By MainelyScott
I have a 2108ds and we’re very happy with it....

I have a 2108ds and we’re very happy with it. We’ve had a few issues but the dealer has been exceptional about fixing things quickly and mostly while under warranty.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-25-2019, 05:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,667
Posted By MainelyScott
I’ve read so many complaints about dealers and...

I’ve read so many complaints about dealers and warranty work that I am now convinced that the trick to RV shopping and purchase might be to shop dealer reputations first, camper brand second, price...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-25-2019, 05:48 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,554
Posted By MainelyScott
I towed my 2108ds with my 2016 Colorado with tow...

I towed my 2108ds with my 2016 Colorado with tow package, V6, and 4x4 it did the job pretty well. As I looked at longer trips I decided I’d like more comfort and easier towing, I traded for a 2016...
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