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Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 11-24-2008, 06:00 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,183
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Yes for sure, the side view was the picture that...

Yes for sure, the side view was the picture that was worth a thousand words.
I love pretty work, and that is pretty work!!!!Tenn. Vol.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-04-2008, 10:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,106
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Mustang, If I were you I would go to the other...

Mustang, If I were you I would go to the other forum and search under gunny357,
he had forgot more about Gonan that most will ever know! www.RV.net (https://www.RV.net)
But right off the top of my...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-27-2008, 05:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,139
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
As I remember my 5.5 Gold had two inline filters....

As I remember my 5.5 Gold had two inline filters. ONe was at the input of the pump, and
the second at the input of carb. Both had a barb on one end and threads on the other end.
I took one of the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-03-2008, 10:42 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,614
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Have used it for several yrs. after I read in FMA...

Have used it for several yrs. after I read in FMA that Fleetwood said to use it on there slide seals.
Dont know if it is the 303 or just father time, BUT my seal have tracked IN and some of the...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 08-08-2008, 06:54 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,788
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Years ago when i was a younger man, all my friend...

Years ago when i was a younger man, all my friend and I were RV to Branson Mo. via Ak.
And at that time everyone of us agreed they (Ak) was the worst we had ever driven.
In converation with the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-10-2008, 06:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,939
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Paul, most likely you are correct as you have a...

Paul, most likely you are correct as you have a 50amp. unit. And mine winnie is 30amp.
with the 5.5 gen.set. While I am on gen.set. my 30 amp. braker is run thru the energy
management system. And...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-09-2008, 06:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,939
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Had the same problem in my 02, Adventure. Turned...

Had the same problem in my 02, Adventure. Turned out to be the thermostat would not
alwayd pick up the #2 comp. Changed out the stat and all has been well for several yrs.
You can watch the amp...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-11-2008, 04:21 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,363
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Two yrs. ago I used Eternabond on a leak I had in...

Two yrs. ago I used Eternabond on a leak I had in the shower skylight. It was the 2" width eternabond
and did not come out to be my best looking job. But it is not seen from ground level.

I just...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-30-2008, 04:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,983
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
The second compressor is powered off the 20amp...

The second compressor is powered off the 20amp circuit breaker on the Gen. set. So you will
not see the draw on the 30amp panel inside. But you can monitor if the second compressor comes
on line...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-26-2008, 10:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,168
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
No more than that is leaking (weeping) I would ...

No more than that is leaking (weeping) I would
not give it a secoond though.
The rear slide on my Adventure leaked about
a half qt. a yr. sort of like marked its spot.
I finally took it in and...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-26-2008, 09:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,489
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
For the past 20+ yrs. I have used Mobil 1, and...

For the past 20+ yrs. I have used Mobil 1,
and at times Amsoil. Have read some things
about Walmart, Full synthetic. So I picked
up 5qt. container today for $15. or $3.00
a qt.

I change the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-03-2008, 09:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,791
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
My guess is COMPRESSOR START CAP!! And it may...

My guess is COMPRESSOR START CAP!!
And it may have a circuit that will
take it off line if it draws TOO much
current on start up...Maybe even a
thermo circuit braker, that will reset.
Tenn.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-03-2008, 05:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,700
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
On my Winguard Sat. Sys. there were DIP SW. ...

On my Winguard Sat. Sys. there were DIP SW.
that had to be set, depending on which Sat.
Sys. you were trying to lock onto.....Tenn.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 03-14-2008, 02:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,666
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Dave, on my W-20 I had the same rock ad roll...

Dave, on my W-20 I had the same rock ad roll comming out of my drive.
To the point it would drop dishes on the floor (coming off a 4in. curb,
at a 45deg. angle) no matter how easy Idroped it off...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-13-2008, 05:46 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,985
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
I would return and in a firm voice (loud enough...

I would return and in a firm voice (loud enough for "ALL" the customers to hear) state your case.
Your case is "you came in for your IM and dropped $1200, left with a MH that was of less quality...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-03-2008, 10:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,691
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
I have used 303 for several yrs. and I still ...

I have used 303 for several yrs. and I still
have a problem with the slide seals twisting,
or not flipping. I do apply 303 to what I can
get to inside but some(sides)are not accessible,
as are...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-12-2008, 05:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,072
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Capt. "They all do that"!!!!And no I am not a...

Capt. "They all do that"!!!!And no I am not a Dealer, it programed in the ECM.
And I found out in 02, that the top speed was 75 or 77MPH. Now that is an
uneasy felling as I was dropping out of the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-12-2008, 05:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,754
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
A couple of yrs ago my friend Phil was having a...

A couple of yrs ago my friend Phil was having a problem with slow jack retracting.
In conversation with HWH they sent him a couple of springs, and he bought a couple.
I was telling him how I had...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-22-2008, 06:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,377
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
The web site is RVConfort.com. Phone #...

The web site is RVConfort.com.
Phone # (316)832-4357
Wichita, Kansas......Tenn.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-21-2008, 03:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,377
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
My new true air thermostat cost me like $115. ...

My new true air thermostat cost me like $115.
some 3 yrs. ago, from RVProducts.
I just read in the last mo. that someone had
bought one from RVProducts for $50. some.

Dont remember if this web...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 01-17-2008, 06:02 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,023
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Costco has the Garmin 680 for $480. It has all ...

Costco has the Garmin 680 for $480. It has all
the options and I can not find a better deal
on the net. Some ofthe options I am looking for
is to program my route before I leave home.
And also...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-09-2008, 04:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,550
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
As I understand, there is a problem with starter...

As I understand, there is a problem with starter caps. on fan motor and the compressor..Tenn.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-17-2007, 05:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,028
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Sound like the problem I had with my 02 Adv. ...

Sound like the problem I had with my 02 Adv.
When I removed the heater, I found that the weight of the fan motor had caused the
housing that hold the motor and squirrel cage fan to distort. The...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-12-2007, 06:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 15,822
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
I use the Dupont (I think or 3M) 5200, wish I had...

I use the Dupont (I think or 3M) 5200, wish I had use the 4200 on a white roof, very
labor intensive, removing and cleaning the old caulk.
I only seen the eternabond on ONE white roof, and it was...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-19-2007, 09:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,916
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
My 02 Adv. B/R slide HWH hose has leaked for 2 or...

My 02 Adv. B/R slide HWH hose has leaked for 2 or 3 yrs.
Appears to be leaking around the connectors, and several
feet of hose stuffed up above the propane tank.
Has anyone tried to replace the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-07-2007, 10:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,079
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
You are lacking a GOOD ground to the awning...

You are lacking a GOOD ground to the
awning motor, IMO corrosion!!!!TENN.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-27-2007, 10:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,301
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
NuFinish!!Cheep&Easy!!TENN.VOL.

NuFinish!!Cheep&Easy!!TENN.VOL.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-06-2007, 04:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,970
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
I know that on my basement air(operating on gen.)...

I know that on my basement air(operating on gen.)
when the second comp. comes on line, the amp.
draw on the first comp. goes down by 2 amps.

So I assume that both compressors are ganged...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-30-2007, 01:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,400
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
One of the ways I can tell if #2 comp. is on...

One of the ways I can tell if #2 comp. is on while on Gen. power.
Approx. 20sec. after the #1 comp power up, a relay in the thermostat
will click on, calling for #2 comp. At the same time the EMS...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-08-2007, 05:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,341
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
If it turn our to be the motor-gear, I have the #...

If it turn our to be the motor-gear, I have the # for the
replacement somewhere... as it is motor-regulator for a FORD
power window. And you can pick it up at AUTO-ZONE for for alot
less than at...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-27-2007, 06:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,353
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
My old MH started short cycling. It was the...

My old MH started short cycling. It was the MISSING foam insulation betweeen the
A/C exhaust and intake, as it was sucking the cold air back into the intake.
TENN.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 03-24-2007, 04:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,896
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
I wasnt thinking CRA**Y,I was thinking POS!!!! ...

I wasnt thinking CRA**Y,I was thinking POS!!!!
My first one lost the audio output,and the one they replaced it with
has a scratchy vol. control. But it does sound better AFTER I changed
all 4...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-22-2007, 03:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,437
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Got my paper work from THE MOOSE today, price was...

Got my paper work from THE MOOSE today, price was $322. for 12mo. of coverage on the MH!
I am thinking that they are selling MH insurance in Va. BUT my churance does not go into
effect until...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-17-2007, 01:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,437
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Ever couple three yrs. I fish for cheaper...

Ever couple three yrs. I fish for cheaper insurnce, yesterday was the day!
Home owners came in at $869. up $200. WITHOUT our 850ft. addition.(Liberty Mutual)
Called GMAC who has MH,MC,Jeep and...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-17-2007, 02:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,490
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Amsoil 15w40,same for my Harley,same as ED!!TENN.

Amsoil 15w40,same for my Harley,same as ED!!TENN.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-16-2007, 05:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,107
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Check to see if someone has hit the battery...

Check to see if someone has hit the battery DISCONNECT SWITCH???When my grandchillen were younger
they would flip ever switch they could get their hand on. Been there done that!!!!!TENN.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-09-2006, 06:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,801
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
roadfolks has it right, he is tuning the CB in...

roadfolks has it right, he is tuning the CB in the receive mode. With a SWR meter
the CB is tuned (matched to the antennna) in the transmit mode.

I turn teh CB to ch.20, turn the squelch all the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-22-2006, 03:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,943
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
I spray ALL the rubber seals on the slide with...

I spray ALL the rubber seals on the
slide with 303 protectant. That is what
Fleetwood recommends. Winnie??? TENN.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-07-2006, 03:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,875
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
At last, got the two slide toppers replaced today...

At last, got the two slide toppers replaced today at ERIC RV in Va.Beach. He said they
were of a thicker materiall than the original.
Have not hadd a chance to check them out fully,
As I was in a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-10-2006, 01:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,768
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Ed, I use 8qt. of M1 with WIX filter 51754, I...

Ed, I use 8qt. of M1 with WIX filter 51754,
I think. I started out using 15W50, like in
the 454. But the 8.1 did not like it, and it
would talk to you when you started it up.
But it seams to...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-08-2006, 06:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,800
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
I dont consider Etenabond a permanent bond to...

I dont consider Etenabond a permanent
bond to the roof and sidewall, but I
could be wrong!

I wonder how many roofs have been replaced
by WI under the 10yr. warrenty, say against
how many...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 09-17-2006, 04:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,856
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Pulley, do a search on thermofuse, or just ...

Pulley, do a search on thermofuse, or just
waterheater fuse. Lots of information, as
this diode looking thing is a safety fuse.
Radio Shack has them for like .50cents each.
The end is color...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-15-2006, 11:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,748
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Slowdragon, I put all my antenna on the driver...

Slowdragon, I put all my antenna on the driver side to keep theem out of the bushes and
woods. I uses a side mounted antenna and come into a cabinet behind the driver.
Also use a top loaded...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-07-2006, 01:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,622
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Geeche, been there done that. Just PAID my local...

Geeche, been there done that. Just PAID my local RV repairman, ERIC RV in Virginia Beach
to order the two slide topper for a 02 winnie adv. from STAGPARK.
Read either here or RV.net that STAGPARK...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-07-2006, 12:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,710
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Wally, try the Wix 2qt. filter #51794, less than...

Wally, try the Wix 2qt. filter #51794, less than $10dollar from www.filter1.com (https://www.filter1.com)
It works for me, on the 8.1, as I only change oil and firter in the fall.
I know Driver...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-16-2006, 05:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,733
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
You have what I call a LATCHING RELAY, it takes a...

You have what I call a LATCHING RELAY, it takes a GOOD 12V,a GOOD ground, GOOD connections,
and a GOOD Latching relay, for this relay to work. For the relay to STAY LATCHED, it needs
a CONSTANT...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-15-2006, 09:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,733
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Fridge controls are powered by 12Volts. ...

Fridge controls are powered by 12Volts.

Start with a good battery. Turn everything off thats 12V, converters, lights,ex. fans.
Now disconnect the NEG. ternimal on the battery and touch it to the...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-04-2006, 05:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,795
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
Yea, I would say that is a good descreption, a...

Yea, I would say that is a good descreption, a low freq. DRONE!! Glenn
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 08-04-2006, 05:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,509
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
I dont even want a third POS, as my second one...

I dont even want a third POS, as my second one has ship the nest!!
Has anyone found a GOOD replacement? Sort of like a plug and play!
The last timme I turned it on could not get it to light the...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-17-2006, 07:07 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,056
Posted By Tenn.Vol.
John, I cant help with the frig, But you did not...

John, I cant help with the frig, But you did not miss anything on the Denalie school bus
ride, I did see three bears, and a had full of ground squirrels. "GOLDIELOCKS was on
vacation."

DO NOT,...
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