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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-29-2017, 05:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,334
Posted By tomsm
I'm not a HVAC guy either, but I think probably...

I'm not a HVAC guy either, but I think probably the most common point of failure on those units is the start capacitor. When it fails the compressor won't start and the symptoms will be exactly what...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-20-2017, 04:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,294
Posted By tomsm
We have different models, but since you're not...

We have different models, but since you're not getting responses, I'll take a shot. Winnie does a lot of things the same across all their lines and for many years...

Open the cabinet doors on each...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-09-2016, 08:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,106
Posted By tomsm
The Winnie # is 800-537-1885. Don't know if it's...

The Winnie # is 800-537-1885. Don't know if it's staffed on the weekends.

If you don't get them, look in the power bay where the shore power line comes in. You're looking for a metal box, roughly...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-08-2016, 06:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,482
Posted By tomsm
Here's a little guidance from the Service Tips...

Here's a little guidance from the Service Tips section of the Winnebago site:

Restringing blinds (https://winnebagoind.com/resources/service/pdfs/2006-09%20Restringing%20Day%20Night%20Blinds.pdf)
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-01-2016, 06:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,373
Posted By tomsm
Ed, I tried to look at your plumbing diagrams and...

Ed, I tried to look at your plumbing diagrams and it appears that Winnie hasn't published the 2016 diagrams yet. However, there are plumbing diagrams for the 2015 33c which is probably the same.
...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-27-2016, 08:07 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,003
Posted By tomsm
I have read in the past that Mobility RV buys up...

I have read in the past that Mobility RV buys up old winnebago parts (including decals) when they go NLA at Winnie. Worth a try at 888-933-7742. Their website is here...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-10-2016, 06:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,932
Posted By tomsm
Paul, please keep us advised. My unit has been...

Paul, please keep us advised. My unit has been flawless, but it is ~13 years old. I'm thinking, when the first thing fails, I'm going the way you're going. Cause I'm guessing, when that first part...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-23-2016, 01:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,563
Posted By tomsm
The current issue of Motor Home mag has a article...

The current issue of Motor Home mag has a article about using LWV. Yours looks outstanding, Scott!
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-23-2016, 12:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,563
Posted By tomsm
If I figured out hot to post a picture, here's...

If I figured out hot to post a picture, here's what it looks like...

Sorry, don't have a pic of the lexan strips.

https://www.irv2.com/attachments/photopost/data/500/New_Floor.JPG
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-23-2016, 11:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,563
Posted By tomsm
A little more info... I left the old carpet in...

A little more info... I left the old carpet in the slide-out box and also a couple of inches of the old carpet inboard of the floor/slide-out joint. I secured the cut-off edge of the carpet with a...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-23-2016, 11:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,563
Posted By tomsm
When I replaced my carpet a few years ago, I was...

When I replaced my carpet a few years ago, I was afraid if I changed the glide strip to carpet, an unseen pebble or bit of kitty liter might get caught up in the carpet strip and scratch the new...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-22-2016, 10:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,301
Posted By tomsm
If yours is like mine, there is a metal plate on...

If yours is like mine, there is a metal plate on the forward end of the water tank enclosure. Slide under the curb side, remove several screws that secure that plate and pry it off (it is seated on...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-04-2016, 03:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,737
Posted By tomsm
Cold solder joints in the Vehicle Data Unit (VDU)...

Cold solder joints in the Vehicle Data Unit (VDU) are a known problem in that era Freightliner chassis. It causes all sorts of symptoms in the gauges. Take a look at the 2nd PDF supplied by Skip426...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-07-2016, 08:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,740
Posted By tomsm
Before you replace it, you might try this...

Before you replace it, you might try this flushing procedure that was given to me by Frank @ HWH. I used it once about 6 years ago and it worked. I just started getting the same symptoms again about...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 10-20-2015, 11:05 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,616
Posted By tomsm
Can you see enough background in the photo to...

Can you see enough background in the photo to know that it's on the dealers lot or could it just be a stock photo of a View?
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-10-2015, 04:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,819
Posted By tomsm
Whoops, disregard that - I thought you had the...

Whoops, disregard that - I thought you had the Itaska twin to my Journey, but I see in your profile that's not the case...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-10-2015, 04:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,819
Posted By tomsm
It's all under one of the entry steps (can't...

It's all under one of the entry steps (can't remember if it's the 2nd or 3rd). Look for a screw under the edge of the steps, remove it and the step hinges up. At least that's where it is on my '04 -...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-21-2015, 12:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,629
Posted By tomsm
Earl - have you reset the thermostat? It's never...

Earl - have you reset the thermostat? It's never happened to me, but I've many times on the forum that a reset will clear crazy, illogical symptoms. Just cycle your house batteries off for about 30...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-07-2015, 12:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,071
Posted By tomsm
Mike, my owner's manual has a whole section of...

Mike, my owner's manual has a whole section of how to clean everything (section 9).

If you don't have a manual, you can download it here...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-05-2015, 06:59 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,450
Posted By tomsm
I'm in Clermont, FL where it was 93 today and my...

I'm in Clermont, FL where it was 93 today and my basement AC had no trouble keeping up. In fact it ran in single compressor mode a lot of the time. These units are notorious for developing...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-30-2015, 07:24 PM
Replies: 12
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Posted By tomsm
Had this system installed on my rig 11 years ago...

Had this system installed on my rig 11 years ago - never a moments trouble.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 07-28-2015, 04:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,830
Posted By tomsm
Rich, I agree completely, but the OP stated in...

Rich, I agree completely, but the OP stated in post #1 that he had a 10k hitch and was going to use a 10k tow bar. I guess you are right though in case someone else skims through this thread later...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 07-28-2015, 04:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,830
Posted By tomsm
As others have said, you must know the weight of...

As others have said, you must know the weight of your MH as normally loaded. If that weight plus the weight of your p/u is less than GCWR, you completely legal. People often make the assumption that...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-21-2015, 09:14 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,543
Posted By tomsm
jeanbev, this is just a guess, but worth checking...

jeanbev, this is just a guess, but worth checking while you wait on Winnie's response... I have seen them use industrial strength velvro in some unexpected places. Since they have to provide access...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-16-2015, 07:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,730
Posted By tomsm
I think the switch ChasA is referring to is on...

I think the switch ChasA is referring to is on the dash in your unit.

A simple thing to try - those thermostats are notorious for not making good contact on the slide switch. When you push it over...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-06-2015, 07:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,753
Posted By tomsm
I read on the forum a few years ago that someone...

I read on the forum a few years ago that someone with a "short" mattress bought a 60X5 piece of foam and placed it at the head of the bed. They were then able to use standard bedding.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-06-2015, 06:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,753
Posted By tomsm
It's right on the drawing of the floorplan. I...

It's right on the drawing of the floorplan. I think the build sheet would be much better and a good refeernce for future "stuff"...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-06-2015, 06:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,753
Posted By tomsm
Mike - here's a better answer... Take a look at...

Mike - here's a better answer... Take a look at this thread (https://www.irv2.com/forums/f101/winnebago-my-coachbuild-252009.html). This will give you the build sheet for your serial number down to...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-06-2015, 06:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,753
Posted By tomsm
Mike - the brochure for the '05 Journey shows...

Mike - the brochure for the '05 Journey shows 60X75 for your 34H floorplan and 60X80 for all the other floorplans. How much do you trust a brochure? Maybe someone with a 34H will jump in here with...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-29-2015, 12:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,407
Posted By tomsm
Artcie - as someone else mentioned, don't...

Artcie - as someone else mentioned, don't hesitate to run your generator and house air conditioner(s). Many of us do that. It provides much more even comfort throughout the coach. I've read several...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-25-2015, 04:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,999
Posted By tomsm
Great job, Mike! :thumb: Those wiring and...

Great job, Mike! :thumb: Those wiring and plumbing diagrams were one of the reasons I bought my Journey many years ago...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-24-2015, 07:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,999
Posted By tomsm
Looking at my Winnie 12V wiring diagram, on the...

Looking at my Winnie 12V wiring diagram, on the last page, I see connections to "Door Awning" and "Patio Awning". Looks like that's where they interface with the A & E wiring.

I'm thinking they...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-24-2015, 06:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,999
Posted By tomsm
I have the Diagnostic Service Manual in PDF...

I have the Diagnostic Service Manual in PDF format. Strangely, it doesn't show the selector switch - maybe Winnie added that?? If you want a copy, reply with your email address or PM it to me.
...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-20-2015, 05:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,565
Posted By tomsm
John - my control box is mounted to the...

John - my control box is mounted to the pump/solenoids/tank assembly on the end of the tank. It's about 6"x6" and about 2"deep. One end has a plexiglass cover and you can see the fuses and diagnostic...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-20-2015, 08:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,556
Posted By tomsm
Yes, there are valves. They are under the...

Yes, there are valves. They are under the engine/radiator area and mine are bright yellow. I can't tell you exactly where to look, but if you slip under that area, they are very easy to spot. This...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-11-2015, 03:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,599
Posted By tomsm
oops - you gave an update while I was posting......

oops - you gave an update while I was posting... Hopefully, you're correct and it'll be a one time thing...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-11-2015, 03:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,599
Posted By tomsm
Jerry - I don't think you caused it. The...

Jerry - I don't think you caused it. The explanation is in the Dimensions inverter manual. Basically, there is a temp sensor connected to the most inboard battery. If it indicates too hot the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-10-2015, 04:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,084
Posted By tomsm
Call Winnie. They will fax or email you a print...

Call Winnie. They will fax or email you a print of the roof showing where all the supporting structure is located. I have the roof, passenger and driver side prints for mine. All the measurements are...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-04-2015, 02:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,248
Posted By tomsm
I agree with Miller7. My first set of tires had...

I agree with Miller7. My first set of tires had premature sidewall cracking. Michelin covered them fully - I only paid for labor. The tire dealer said it looked like they had sat for too long in one...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-28-2015, 07:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,042
Posted By tomsm
Fran - the control boards are 12VDC so you might...

Fran - the control boards are 12VDC so you might try cycling the house batteries off and back on...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-17-2015, 10:55 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,605
Posted By tomsm
As far as whether the inverter should be off or...

As far as whether the inverter should be off or on when plugged in, I can only tell you how mine works. I think yours should behave the same.

When shore or generator power is available, the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-17-2015, 09:31 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,605
Posted By tomsm
If you haven't done it already, I think the next...

If you haven't done it already, I think the next step would be cycle all the circuit breakers. Hopefully, that will be the final step...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-17-2015, 04:03 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,605
Posted By tomsm
If the surge protector is showing an open...

If the surge protector is showing an open neutral, unplug the shore power line and wait till the electrician corrects that before trying anything else (breakers, air conditioner, etc.).

As Grant...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-16-2015, 06:57 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,605
Posted By tomsm
jerztime - with the generator off and the...

jerztime - with the generator off and the inverter off, if you have AC power at any outlets, the 30A shore supply is good and the 30A breaker in the RV breaker box is not tripped. Another good test...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-13-2015, 09:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,612
Posted By tomsm
What FIRE UP said... Our units are older than...

What FIRE UP said... Our units are older than yours, but I think Winnie wires all the DPs with a big inverter this way (direct connect from batteries to inverter).

I looked at your wiring on the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-10-2015, 06:20 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 11,458
Posted By tomsm
I've never had this problem, but I wonder if...

I've never had this problem, but I wonder if turning on the pump and opening a faucet for a few seconds would do the same thing as blowing in the overflow tube. Maybe worth a try...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-29-2015, 09:52 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,246
Posted By tomsm
Looks like you've gotten excellent help on your...

Looks like you've gotten excellent help on your problem. I'll just contribute that the dip-switches control the wind sensitivity on the main awning, so you can ignore them as far the door awning...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-23-2015, 02:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,432
Posted By tomsm
debay - When we shopped for ours 11 yrs ago, we...

debay - When we shopped for ours 11 yrs ago, we looked at the 32, 34, and 36. I like the shorter turning radius of the 32 and a bit better fuel mileage from the 300 Cummins. From my signature line...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-12-2014, 03:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,793
Posted By tomsm
Try Lichtsinn RV. They are right down the street...

Try Lichtsinn RV. They are right down the street from the Winnie factory. I didn't know about them when I bought my Journey, but many forum members have bought from them and I've seen nothing but...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-15-2014, 06:36 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,449
Posted By tomsm
Have another magical day tomorrow. Say "Hi!" to...

Have another magical day tomorrow. Say "Hi!" to Mickey for us...
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