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Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 01-13-2022, 11:36 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,044
Posted By Ret.LEO
HUGE difference is the reduction of Cargo Carry...

HUGE difference is the reduction of Cargo Carry Capacity in the Micro Minnies. It is VERY significant in some models.
Would love to know why! Kinda of disappointing Surely they haven't gone to a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-28-2021, 08:41 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,560
Posted By Ret.LEO
When I spoke to ????? (horrible memory) at Win....

When I spoke to ????? (horrible memory) at Win. he said three 160 watt panels would be the best way to go without changing things......... that with two Li's would be sweet, four Li's would be a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-28-2021, 08:34 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,560
Posted By Ret.LEO
Wouldn't it be sweet if Will Prowse did...

Wouldn't it be sweet if Will Prowse did installations? That young man is amazing! His YouTube video's are a huge source of knowledge. For us Lithium type people he just did a tear down video of a Li...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-09-2021, 04:32 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,560
Posted By Ret.LEO
Fundamental Question?

Getting down to basics: I would guess that Winn. uses wood trusses in the roof and have you found them to be on 16" centers?
Thanks to everybody for your thoughts and help :bow:

On a humorous...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-09-2021, 04:20 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,560
Posted By Ret.LEO
That is kind of a "wait & see" thing. I'm...

That is kind of a "wait & see" thing. I'm thinking of cutting cardboard pieces the size of a couple different rigid panels I'm considering and see what fits where. If needed I can cut back to 4-100...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-08-2021, 05:02 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,560
Posted By Ret.LEO
Good info Jim, thank you. I'm planning on 500...

Good info Jim, thank you.
I'm planning on 500 to 700 in panels on the roof with another 100 portable on the ground (could be upped though)
I'm looking at 400 to 600 in Battleborns or trying out a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-08-2021, 04:23 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,560
Posted By Ret.LEO
I do fully understand the engineering aspect of...

I do fully understand the engineering aspect of this. You really are planning on enhancing your rig as a hobby. Nothing wrong with that. Hobbies cost money. That's just how it is![/QUOTE]
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-07-2021, 06:46 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,560
Posted By Ret.LEO
Thanks for your thoughts creativepart.The idea of...

Thanks for your thoughts creativepart.The idea of "free energy" really doesn't play into it for me. It's more about the freedom. I will be more or less full timing off grid one way or another. The...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-07-2021, 04:59 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,560
Posted By Ret.LEO
Never thought about that....Thank You! Just not...

Never thought about that....Thank You! Just not sure how much real estate there will be for panels on top is why I was thinking three. Now hopefully four 150 Watt panels will fit.
Thanks again...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 07-07-2021, 04:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,082
Posted By Ret.LEO
Go to 11:35 and you'll see what I mean about...

Go to 11:35 and you'll see what I mean about total FUBAR (is FUBAR okay to use?) F stands for FOULED:angel: It seems so appropriate
Ian kind of showed amazement also:...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 07-07-2021, 09:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,312
Posted By Ret.LEO
Add Oven To Micro Minnie?

Hi, I was maybe one of the few ( I doubt it) who was really unhappy that they removed the oven from the Micro Minnie's kitchen. I have read someplace though that Winnebago Dealers can replace the...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 07-07-2021, 09:12 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,082
Posted By Ret.LEO
I would have to wonder if you cut the overhead...

I would have to wonder if you cut the overhead shelf if you wouldn't lose structural support. I think that's why just about every trailer you see has either a shelf or cabinets going all across the...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 07-07-2021, 09:07 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,082
Posted By Ret.LEO
This bears repeating. They went from a fantastic...

This bears repeating. They went from a fantastic Murphy Bed design to one of the worst possible. I had considered a Winnebago with the Murphy Bed until they ruined the design......it was a DOWN...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-07-2021, 08:38 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,560
Posted By Ret.LEO
Solar/Lithium For Micro Minnie

Hi, I am considering either a 2306BHS or 2100BHS. My main purpose for doing a really good Solar/Li battery upgrade is for being off grid staying on BLM grounds etc.
The reason for a bunk house model...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 07-04-2021, 09:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,445
Posted By Ret.LEO
The reason for asking is with a slide I would...

The reason for asking is with a slide I would probably take out the dinette and replace it with either theater seating from recpro or a LazyBoy recliner with either a Lagun table to the side or a...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 07-02-2021, 05:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,445
Posted By Ret.LEO
Micro Minnie Slide Questions

Considering a Micro Minnie BH model, either with or without a slide.
1st. Can you sit or stand in the slide with it in without hurting it?

#2 Is there a way to crank the slide in or out in case...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 06-30-2021, 03:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,220
Posted By Ret.LEO
That is great news! Very workable for us with...

That is great news! Very workable for us with smaller TV CCC's Can add more weight for other items behind the TV's rear axle and tailgate
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-28-2021, 04:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,611
Posted By Ret.LEO
Will Just Tested It!

Overall Will liked it a lot except for the absence of a low temp. cut off. Will thought it was a good value for the money BUT.........he still prefers the SOK
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-28-2021, 03:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,611
Posted By Ret.LEO
Must Have Will's Stamp Of Approval!

Must have Will's seal of approval to consider purchasing:dance:
ACTUALLY
if you go to one of Will's video's on YouTube and click on "Show More" there's links to Will's Amazon store which he sells...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-22-2021, 10:18 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,026
Posted By Ret.LEO
Usually being "solar ready" is no more than the...

Usually being "solar ready" is no more than the connector on top and a wire leading down.
Whatever you do don't fall for the roof "flexible panels" Usually low efficiency and they only last two or...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 06-18-2021, 09:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,220
Posted By Ret.LEO
[QUOTE=backtrack15;3898678]My 2100BH is at about...

[QUOTE=backtrack15;3898678]My 2100BH is at about 650 on the tongue thanks to twin 30-lb propane tanks and twin 6V batteries. I also tend to load the heavy stuff at the front.

I don't think...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 06-18-2021, 09:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,220
Posted By Ret.LEO
Do you use a WDH or air bags?

Do you use a WDH or air bags?
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 06-17-2021, 10:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,220
Posted By Ret.LEO
Micro Minnie's Tongue Weight & Water Tank Placement

Hi All!
I am considering a Micro Minnie probably a 1800BH or a 2100BH. For current owners how does your actual tongue weight compare to stated tongue weights on Wins. page. I know to add 75 Lbs for...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-10-2021, 03:46 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,446
Posted By Ret.LEO
I have been around turbo's for most my life....

I have been around turbo's for most my life. Great when they work but when there's a problem.....go to the bank before the mechanic.
If you are considering the Ford Ecoboost I would think twice. In...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-08-2021, 04:15 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,541
Posted By Ret.LEO
This would work great for boondocking on BLM...

This would work great for boondocking on BLM land. Winnebago Micro Minnies have such a small fresh water tank even for a single camper. This really would help to extend a stay.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-07-2021, 03:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,709
Posted By Ret.LEO
Very early in life I drove semi's etc for some 20...

Very early in life I drove semi's etc for some 20 years and literally millions of miles before going to the Sheriff's Academy. Not sure how tractor trailers are now but it use to be for the trailer...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-07-2021, 03:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,541
Posted By Ret.LEO
Would you have a link to where you got your 30...

Would you have a link to where you got your 30 gallon bladder? Have you had a chance to use it yet and how did you like it?
Thanks!
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-06-2021, 08:03 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 28,097
Posted By Ret.LEO
That is awesome! We are currently the same price...

That is awesome! We are currently the same price for Diesel as Gasoline. Your mileage report is awesome! For no more than it cost for the Diesel option you will have that paid for in no time....
Forum: Winnebago Class B Motorhomes 06-03-2021, 03:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 614
Posted By Ret.LEO
Thing is RV's depreciate so quickly the loaners...

Thing is RV's depreciate so quickly the loaners like to have a decent down payment to off set the "drive off the lot hit" on a new one.
For used they still want the borrower to have "some fat in...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-03-2021, 03:42 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,058
Posted By Ret.LEO
Be sure to replace the rusty screws with a good...

Be sure to replace the rusty screws with a good quality stainless screw.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-30-2021, 09:19 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 28,097
Posted By Ret.LEO
How would a Canyon with a Diesel 2.8 engine,...

How would a Canyon with a Diesel 2.8 engine, 181HP, 369 Ft Lbs torque, 7,600 Tow rating, 1420 Lbs CCC. be for a Micro Minnie Trailer?
I know the CCC is lower considered when compared to larger tow...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-12-2021, 04:59 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,295
Posted By Ret.LEO
It's ridiculous that dealers service shops wants...

It's ridiculous that dealers service shops wants a person to leave their RV's on the lot for weeks waiting to be serviced/repaired. Thing that really worries me if you sign a paper about the work to...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-03-2021, 03:20 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 28,097
Posted By Ret.LEO
I'm a huge Toyota fan. Plenty of power plus,...

I'm a huge Toyota fan. Plenty of power plus, dependable as all heck! Not as popular as they're a little behind the times so you can pick up a great three year old at half the price of a new Ford,...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-21-2021, 04:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,843
Posted By Ret.LEO
You might want to check your tongue weight....

You might want to check your tongue weight. Actually all your weights. The Traverse's carry capacity might be on the low side for a family of 4....the pup is a freebie! :thumb:
I think the Traverse...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-19-2021, 03:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,900
Posted By Ret.LEO
Just give it a year or two. There will be a...

Just give it a year or two. There will be a boatload of very slightly used RV's for sale. The new will wear off real quick the first time they get a whiff of their own sewer hose!:2funny:
When they...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 04-10-2021, 05:51 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,466
Posted By Ret.LEO
Exactly....that's why I said if you want or have...

Exactly....that's why I said if you want or have to use ST's the Goodyear Endurance id the best bet right now or even Sailuns if needed
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 04-10-2021, 08:22 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,466
Posted By Ret.LEO
I was talking about the original posters...

I was talking about the original posters problem....not yours. My suggestion pertains to "most" travel trailers, 5th wheels, motor homes and tow vehicles......not your unusual situation. As...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-09-2021, 10:10 AM
Replies: 296
Views: 32,818
Posted By Ret.LEO
That was a concise, painless, as easy as it gets...

That was a concise, painless, as easy as it gets on how to use a CAT Scale!:bow:
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 04-09-2021, 09:31 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,466
Posted By Ret.LEO
It blows my mind that people will put anything...

It blows my mind that people will put anything less than the best tires they can afford.
What is the only thing that touches the road ...your tires! I drove semi's for twenty years before going to...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-08-2021, 08:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,619
Posted By Ret.LEO
If it's anything like here in Illinois it's no...

If it's anything like here in Illinois it's no sweat! Go to YouTube and look up "how do truck air brake systems work" and read the study course.....easy peazy!!!
If you want a challenge here in the...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-08-2021, 08:44 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,690
Posted By Ret.LEO
I can fully sympathize with the posters...

I can fully sympathize with the posters heartbreak of having his new coach go up in flames. BUT I can't sympathize with the anger displayed. If this was his attitude with the Dealer and Winnebago...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-05-2021, 04:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,360
Posted By Ret.LEO
Victron Multi Plus, just as well get the best...

Victron Multi Plus, just as well get the best while you are doing it
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-01-2021, 03:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,394
Posted By Ret.LEO
Hi Matt, son did his service also on fast...

Hi Matt, son did his service also on fast attacks, based out of Norfolk, San Diego and Hawaii. Thank you also for your service....alot of dedication to serve on boats.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-31-2021, 04:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,515
Posted By Ret.LEO
Please don't use a bad experience with your local...

Please don't use a bad experience with your local agency to blanket say "chances the cops will care is slim" far from the truth for the vast majority. In my State anything over $750. in value is a...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 03-31-2021, 04:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,394
Posted By Ret.LEO
A section of chicken wire held in place with...

A section of chicken wire held in place with baling wire?:facepalm: Sorry, I'm just a old country boy.
Honestly though I would share your concern. I have noticed that wide opening also. It would...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 03-24-2021, 03:45 PM
Replies: 296
Views: 32,818
Posted By Ret.LEO
I think the plastic toilet a temporary factory...

I think the plastic toilet a temporary factory install. Porcelain toilets are one of several items that they ran out of because of the material shortage due to the wild upswing of RV purchases.
I...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 03-22-2021, 10:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,069
Posted By Ret.LEO
That wood box should be nothing more than the...

That wood box should be nothing more than the electrical connection for the overhead light
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 03-22-2021, 09:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,069
Posted By Ret.LEO
I'm afraid the water heater might be a issue to...

I'm afraid the water heater might be a issue to where the electrical probably wouldn't be too bad. If you can figure it how to do it RecPro is a good place for decent furniture, if budget isn't a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-22-2021, 09:03 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,730
Posted By Ret.LEO
Just make the phone call to Champion for service....

Just make the phone call to Champion for service. It will be a long wait or use their call back service. Talking to a real person has it's benefits.
I guess we can all have different experiences, I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-22-2021, 06:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,730
Posted By Ret.LEO
I bought the Champion 2500 Dual Fuel. Quality,...

I bought the Champion 2500 Dual Fuel. Quality, affordable, customer service that can't be beat.
Amazon kept screwing up my order. Went from Dec 28th to mid Feb and no delivery. Obviously UPS lost,...
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