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Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-01-2012, 08:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,707
Posted By Elkhartjim
Did you or someone knowledgeable with rv's check...

Did you or someone knowledgeable with rv's check the unit prior to bidding? Things I would look for would be:
Do all the appliances work including refer (on gas and electric), A/C, furnace, water...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 03-23-2012, 04:32 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 9,878
Posted By Elkhartjim
There is some unbelievably bad (erroneous) info...

There is some unbelievably bad (erroneous) info being spewed on this thread. Simply put, refer to the owners manual of the tow dolly you own for loading, strapping, braking, etc. Refer to your...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-16-2012, 09:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,404
Posted By Elkhartjim
I failed to mention there were two idiot lights...

I failed to mention there were two idiot lights on and the air pressure gauges registered pressure also. I was having electrical feedback somewhere, somehow...I think. Thats why FL had me pulling...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-15-2012, 04:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,404
Posted By Elkhartjim
You're the second person to mention the fuel pump...

You're the second person to mention the fuel pump solenoid, timex. As you can imagine, intermittent problems are a bear to find/fix.:banghead:
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-15-2012, 03:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,404
Posted By Elkhartjim
I'm betting its a shot in the dark finding the...

I'm betting its a shot in the dark finding the cause. I've had it happen four times. Once two years ago and then three times this past summer. Turn the ignition of and it just keeps chugging. I...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 01-14-2012, 05:59 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 9,878
Posted By Elkhartjim
Yep...and the next thing he'll (salesman) will...

Yep...and the next thing he'll (salesman) will tell you is you don't need lights on the trailer.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-26-2011, 05:08 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 20,016
Posted By Elkhartjim
Personally, if I were to drive my Rolls Royce...

Personally, if I were to drive my Rolls Royce (jesting of course) 640 miles in a day I would probably think (hallucinate) poor handling.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-09-2011, 08:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,621
Posted By Elkhartjim
Try this Membership...

Try this Membership (https://www.fcocrv.org/membership%289%29.html) link. I know you can renew your membership with Pat at the service center. I'm not sure about joining.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-09-2011, 05:33 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,794
Posted By Elkhartjim
Check your SCA's. Adding only water has possibly...

Check your SCA's. Adding only water has possibly effected the SCA levels and thats not good.

The techs at the Gaffney Service Center check the SCA level by bringing the engine to operating temp...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-08-2011, 01:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,621
Posted By Elkhartjim
Are you a member of FCOC, Fastcar? If so, you...

Are you a member of FCOC, Fastcar? If so, you get a discount of 10% on parts and labor or 15% if work is performed Dec 2011 through Feb 2012.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-08-2011, 09:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,621
Posted By Elkhartjim
Fastcar, have you noticed one common word? Pat. ...

Fastcar, have you noticed one common word? Pat. You'll quickly learn she is much more than a southern voice that answers the phone, she makes it all happen and the techs know it.:exactly:
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-08-2011, 08:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,621
Posted By Elkhartjim
I can almost guarantee you will be able to sleep...

I can almost guarantee you will be able to sleep in your coach. I've been there twice, first time for emergency service and the second for Camp Freightliner and M3 service. They have always had the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-08-2011, 05:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,621
Posted By Elkhartjim
You can stay in their back lot. Electric only. ...

You can stay in their back lot. Electric only. We arrive the afternoon before; they will be ready to start at 8am.

If you're arriving Sunday, call Pat at the service center and she will give you...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-23-2011, 05:52 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,354
Posted By Elkhartjim
Roy, This hasn't been discussed yet, how...

Roy,

This hasn't been discussed yet, how many hours are on the generator? The generator needs to be exercised (run) under 50% load minimally 2 hours per month. This is recommended by Cummins as...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 09-16-2011, 02:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,050
Posted By Elkhartjim
I dump the air just to lower the coach. Also, if...

I dump the air just to lower the coach. Also, if you're extending the jacks, the jack leg travel (extension) will not be as long.

I'm not sure I understand the "should the front wheels be aligned...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-03-2011, 04:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,743
Posted By Elkhartjim
Wow! I've "called" three times and it was great...

Wow! I've "called" three times and it was great customer service each time. I recently returned the two armrests for the co-pilot seat to have them converted to adjustable armrests. They e mailed...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-03-2011, 04:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,743
Posted By Elkhartjim
Call Flexsteel customer service, they can send...

Call Flexsteel customer service, they can send you instructions for a fix.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-29-2011, 03:16 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 20,016
Posted By Elkhartjim
Thanks for responding. Its not what I was hoping...

Thanks for responding. Its not what I was hoping you would hear and I'm sure not what you wanted either. I know Winny has Freightliner build a special chassis for them; does the 34 have the Winny...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-29-2011, 05:23 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 20,016
Posted By Elkhartjim
What did Mike say? Thanks.

What did Mike say? Thanks.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-18-2011, 04:07 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 20,016
Posted By Elkhartjim
I'm disappointed! Where are those that believe...

I'm disappointed! Where are those that believe the tire pressure should be set by the coach manufacturers plaque?:rofl:
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-17-2011, 01:53 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 20,016
Posted By Elkhartjim
You are absolutely, positively right. There are...

You are absolutely, positively right. There are hundreds and hundreds of posts on what "correct air pressure is" and some of them aren't necessarily correct. There seems to be three schools of...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-17-2011, 04:47 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 20,016
Posted By Elkhartjim
If its not too much to ask, can we not turn this...

If its not too much to ask, can we not turn this into a "how much air pressure" thread. The OP has some handling issues and yes tire pressure can be a cause but lets give Mike Cody an opportunity to...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-12-2011, 02:58 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 20,016
Posted By Elkhartjim
Great idea Texas TC. I will be interested in...

Great idea Texas TC. I will be interested in Mike Cody's answers for your ill handling mh. I would suggest you know your weights, tire size and air pressures when attending class. BTW...its a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-08-2011, 05:48 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 20,016
Posted By Elkhartjim
I couldn't get past the 640 mile day statement. ...

I couldn't get past the 640 mile day statement. I wouldn't know if it drove good, bad or indifferent after 640 miles in one day.:whistling:

Ours drives great for the first 250 miles per day then...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-27-2011, 10:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,137
Posted By Elkhartjim
No. That is the maximum pressure the tire is...

No. That is the maximum pressure the tire is rated for whether the coach is empty or loaded with everything you own. It should match the information on the sidewall of the tire.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-16-2011, 04:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,957
Posted By Elkhartjim
I did not volunteer. We just love your wife...

I did not volunteer. We just love your wife enough to tolerate you.:)
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-16-2011, 04:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,957
Posted By Elkhartjim
Wow...the price you pay to have a "W" painted on...

Wow...the price you pay to have a "W" painted on the side on your MH. Before any of you get your panties in a wad, its an inside joke pertaining to "Citrus".
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-12-2011, 06:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,780
Posted By Elkhartjim
I thought you were getting some good advice on...

I thought you were getting some good advice on your other thread.:confused:

Move some load from the heavy side to the lite side(?).
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-11-2010, 03:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,778
Posted By Elkhartjim
I can't help you with obtaining cost but I can...

I can't help you with obtaining cost but I can offer a :welcome:
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-01-2010, 08:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,445
Posted By Elkhartjim
Well let me assure you; gophers for sure and I'll...

Well let me assure you; gophers for sure and I'll bet prairie dogs will not take up residence in your rv. I have gophers out the kazoo and never a problem, now squrirels and rats are another story.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-21-2010, 05:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,642
Posted By Elkhartjim
In my opinion discounts are just percentages. If...

In my opinion discounts are just percentages. If they inflate the msrp and give you a 35% discount, will you feel better? Like Bill said, find a price you can live with and buy it.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-20-2010, 05:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,798
Posted By Elkhartjim
I know its a typo but it made me giggle. I've...

I know its a typo but it made me giggle. I've certainly had times that I thought a casket would be appropriate.:)
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-18-2010, 08:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,798
Posted By Elkhartjim
Have you contacted Winnebago customer service?

Have you contacted Winnebago customer service?
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-14-2010, 01:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,521
Posted By Elkhartjim
The only thing that will solve condensation...

The only thing that will solve condensation problems is ventilation. You may try insulating the floor.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-14-2010, 12:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,521
Posted By Elkhartjim
When you say dampness, do you mean condensation...

When you say dampness, do you mean condensation forms or does it really get wet? Is it all bays?

BTW, the forum rules request that we don't make duplicate posts.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-14-2010, 11:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,453
Posted By Elkhartjim
Will this help? Cummins Generator Technologies...

Will this help?
Cummins Generator Technologies Download Manuals (https://www.cumminsgeneratortechnologies.com/en/download/manuals/)
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-04-2010, 12:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,493
Posted By Elkhartjim
Check out his blog...you'll be amazed at the deal...

Check out his blog...you'll be amazed at the deal he got on the paint job.
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 04-30-2010, 03:12 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 11,230
Posted By Elkhartjim
:whistling:I haven't had a dumbest moment but I...

:whistling:I haven't had a dumbest moment but I wanted to post so I can see what the rest of you have done...:nonono:
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-15-2010, 05:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,235
Posted By Elkhartjim
All of the truck stop scales that I've seen...

All of the truck stop scales that I've seen recently have the pipe bollards in place so you can't get over more than 2 feet. Most of them are also elevated about two feet making it more difficult...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-02-2010, 04:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,975
Posted By Elkhartjim
Again the forum comes through. Even-though the...

Again the forum comes through. Even-though the op was tragic, there are always lessons to be learned. Thanks for pointing the not so obvious out.

Prayers to the families.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-18-2010, 01:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,915
Posted By Elkhartjim
Thanks. I've seen (not mine) those awnings...

Thanks. I've seen (not mine) those awnings billowing down the road at 60mph. Frightening!
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-18-2010, 11:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,915
Posted By Elkhartjim
Can you give me some info on the awning locks?

Can you give me some info on the awning locks?
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-14-2010, 11:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,211
Posted By Elkhartjim
Seems I recall a similar situation when your...

Seems I recall a similar situation when your refer and some other things wouldn't work because of some master switch.:2funny: I do remember that correctly-don't I?

You need to let Earlene do all...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 02-26-2010, 09:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,054
Posted By Elkhartjim
I tend to think you have either a kink in both...

I tend to think you have either a kink in both the hot and cold lines or a restriction. Since the filtered cold water is ok, look from where it tees off to the faucet and make sure the line isn't...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-08-2010, 04:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,878
Posted By Elkhartjim
This is a great thread, even for us non Winny...

This is a great thread, even for us non Winny owners. Maybe if the op suggested it, the mods would move it over to technical. I certainly learned some things.
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