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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-06-2021, 06:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,032
Posted By LPD218
Scott, I called it a battery box from my old...

Scott,
I called it a battery box from my old Bounder days. As Richard’s pictures show, this is what I have at the front of my Meridian up against the firewall accessed from the front “hood”. I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-30-2021, 09:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,032
Posted By LPD218
I checked last night and the converter Dan was...

I checked last night and the converter Dan was running.

Thanks!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-29-2021, 03:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,032
Posted By LPD218
Missed the chassis 55amp breaker in the chassis...

Missed the chassis 55amp breaker in the chassis battery compartment up front. All ok

One more breaker I forgot in the front of the chassis. Reset and everything works.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-29-2021, 02:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,032
Posted By LPD218
Charger/converter to battery?

I have a 2004 Itasca Meridian 36 G with a Freightliner chassis. A couple of weeks ago we had a thunderstorm and I thought nothing of it. Last week I noticed two CGI outlets had tripped while the RV...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-26-2020, 04:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,019
Posted By LPD218
Hello, I have have a C7 in my 2004 Itasca...

Hello,

I have have a C7 in my 2004 Itasca and use Shell Rotella T5 10w30 which is a blend. I change oil every 6 months or 3000 miles. One of the forums recommended 10w30 as being easier on the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-11-2019, 03:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,094
Posted By LPD218
I had same problem and used the 3M 5200. I had...

I had same problem and used the 3M 5200. I had to let it set, clamped for seven days for full cure. No problems so far.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-10-2018, 10:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,455
Posted By LPD218
I like the air in the basement. That said, we...

I like the air in the basement. That said, we use the window day-night shades to keep it cool inside. The air runs all day in temperatures above 90.

This year we are going to have outside sun...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-08-2018, 06:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,455
Posted By LPD218
Bob, We have a 2004 Meridian 36G. I love...

Bob,

We have a 2004 Meridian 36G. I love the floor plan. The one thing we had issue with is overheating as the radiator faces to the rear and between it and the charge air cooler sandwiched with...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 10-04-2018, 12:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,702
Posted By LPD218
OP here, I took the suggestion to plug it...

OP here,

I took the suggestion to plug it into the rear 12 volt car plug near the alarm clock and used Velcro to mount it in the upper middle cabinet. When not in use, I store the equipment in an...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 09-21-2018, 05:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,702
Posted By LPD218
Thanks for you folks’ input. :):):)

Thanks for you folks’ input. :):):)
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 09-20-2018, 01:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,702
Posted By LPD218
Tire Pressure Monitor Booster Where?

I purchased a TT500 system with the booster and have a question on the booster as to where to wire into the 12 volt system in the rear of the motorhome. I have a 12 volt plug in the rear tv cabinet...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-10-2018, 06:28 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,475
Posted By LPD218
Mine failed too. I used the 3M 5200 also. The...

Mine failed too. I used the 3M 5200 also. The kind I used takes several DAYS to cure. I used hand clamps when I redid mine. It has lasted 4 years now.

One owner used the holes in the bracket...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-25-2018, 07:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 915
Posted By LPD218
Jeff, Thanks. I am going to wait until I...

Jeff,

Thanks. I am going to wait until I get home in March to tackle this. I have a small home antenna connected and get about 1/3rd of the channels. As long as I can get NBC for the Olympics,...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-24-2018, 11:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 915
Posted By LPD218
Well, Plan A did not work. I worked my way down...

Well, Plan A did not work. I worked my way down the mast in 6 inch chunks and the break is somewhere inside the roof area. It would be easy to run a new cable if I could get the old one to budge.
...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-24-2018, 09:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 915
Posted By LPD218
Jeff, Thanks! I got to thinking that it...

Jeff,

Thanks!

I got to thinking that it was windy here in ARizona and the Antenna quit right after. I’m thinking I may try to splice in above the base where the cable is exposed as that could...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-23-2018, 04:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 915
Posted By LPD218
How is RG6 Winegard OTA Crank Up Cable Secured in roof?

My OTA Winegard Antenna Cable has a break in the line some where as it does not read 12 volts at the Antenna head from the Box Of Many Buttons (BOMB).

How is it secured in the channel as I cannot...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-09-2017, 04:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,392
Posted By LPD218
Have you considered a riser? I installed one...

Have you considered a riser? I installed one last year. It may be lots cheaper too. Raised it 2 inches.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-12-2017, 03:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,194
Posted By LPD218
You may want to try Fiamma USA. It is my...

You may want to try Fiamma USA. It is my understanding they made your awning and A E / Dometic rebadged them.

Their number is: *(407) 672-0091‬.

Just have your model number when you call. I...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 09-27-2017, 04:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,154
Posted By LPD218
ScanGaugeD Up And Running XGauge Question

So I found the connection port and installed my new ScanGaugeD. I have four gauges I want to observe set and am very pleased with the setup.

Question - Those on the Know, what can XGauge provide...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 09-27-2017, 10:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 956
Posted By LPD218
Found the connector screwed to the fire wall...

Found the connector screwed to the fire wall about 8 inch up from the floor and a foot from the driver’s side wall. I had no cap on mine. I had to remove the bracket that held it to the fire wall as...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 09-27-2017, 09:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 956
Posted By LPD218
Still can’t find the port. Arrrg! I have...

Still can’t find the port. Arrrg!

I have the dash cover behind the instrument cluster off and can’t see it from above. I took the kick plate to the left of the steering wheel and can’t see it. ...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-26-2017, 05:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 939
Posted By LPD218
The switch could be bad. I had a stair cover do...

The switch could be bad. I had a stair cover do the exact same thing. It would go in but not out. I checked the switch and it was bad. I replaced it and it works.

Good luck!
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 09-26-2017, 01:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 956
Posted By LPD218
Chris, Many thanks! Man that is clean. My...

Chris,

Many thanks! Man that is clean. My Wiring shows more of its age!
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-26-2017, 08:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,806
Posted By LPD218
Oldchinahand, I just finished the yearly, or...

Oldchinahand,

I just finished the yearly, or sooner (as needed) radiator and CAC cleaning using the hole in the shroud. I wish I would have seen your post before I cut mine as yours is much...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 09-26-2017, 08:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 956
Posted By LPD218
2004 Meridian-Diagnostic Connector Location

I got my new ScanGaugeD and am looking for the front diagnostic connector. Before I start taking off the foot rest and such thought I would see if someone with a similar year and model may lead me...
Forum: Winnebago Class B Motorhomes 09-04-2016, 09:13 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,058
Posted By LPD218
Sorry for my confusion, The lights that got...

Sorry for my confusion,

The lights that got very hot were not the LED's, but were festoon bulbs.
Forum: Winnebago Class B Motorhomes 09-03-2016, 07:22 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,058
Posted By LPD218
Ray,In and others, I used these bulbs as...

Ray,In and others,

I used these bulbs as replacements for the original. I had to replace the door step light fixture as the replacement blub got too hot and popped out the silver back with the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-02-2016, 07:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,253
Posted By LPD218
Sentrysafe.com has a Lost Combination click...

Sentrysafe.com has a Lost Combination click button on their website.

Be Safe!
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-01-2016, 05:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,902
Posted By LPD218
I was chasing a mouse down and when I removed the...

I was chasing a mouse down and when I removed the panty slide I lost all the ball bearings and had to replace the slides.

I used snaps and a strap and it works fine. The new slides were close...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 05-21-2016, 02:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,016
Posted By LPD218
Throbin367, I have the Meridian 36 G, same...

Throbin367,

I have the Meridian 36 G, same year and replaced my Magnadine with a Walmart JVC KD SR81BT. The JVC is a din and a half and the Magnadine is 2 din. I pop riveted plastic strips...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-14-2016, 06:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,627
Posted By LPD218
Our passenger side windshield was replaced and it...

Our passenger side windshield was replaced and it is a tad shorter on the tint and that is only noticeable from inside. The glass was not the same manufacture as the other side.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-23-2015, 05:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,353
Posted By LPD218
Hawaii Dick, Great! Glad Fiamma USA could...

Hawaii Dick,

Great! Glad Fiamma USA could help. I got the information from an RV Forum, and it saved lots of money replacing AE/Dometic parts.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-15-2015, 07:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,353
Posted By LPD218
Hawaii Dick, My 2004 Oasis Elite #974 model...

Hawaii Dick,

My 2004 Oasis Elite #974 model stripped a gear on the motor. AE/Dometic sold rebadged Italian company's awnings for my era of awnings. Fiammausa.com has diagrams for their awnings...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-11-2015, 05:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,381
Posted By LPD218
Ron, I was lucky in that their prior owners...

Ron,

I was lucky in that their prior owners left the bottles of touchup paint in the owners satchel. I believe our years were Sherwin Williams supplied. A call to Winniebago should get your...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-10-2015, 03:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,381
Posted By LPD218
phinneyj, That is my next step. :) I have...

phinneyj,

That is my next step. :) I have every color of touchup paint to cover the rivets.
Three days and the 3M 5200 is still pliable. Four to go!
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-08-2015, 04:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,381
Posted By LPD218
I went to the boat place here in town and bought...

I went to the boat place here in town and bought the 3M 5200. It is in a squeeze tube with a applicator tip you can cut to control the amount that comes out.

For my application I took the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-05-2015, 05:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,381
Posted By LPD218
Ron, There is a thread in the Winnie section...

Ron,

There is a thread in the Winnie section discussing hood hinge issues having the same problems for the same year. There are several suggestions on materials to use.

I have the hinge...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-28-2015, 07:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,668
Posted By LPD218
Cloudrnnr, I have a 2004 Meridian 36G. I have...

Cloudrnnr,
I have a 2004 Meridian 36G. I have a broken diagonal brace too near the same location. Mine has a bolt and nut directly under the broken weld that holds the brace in place. I am not...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-31-2014, 08:52 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,963
Posted By LPD218
Carol, Congrats on retirement!

Carol,

Congrats on retirement!
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-21-2013, 04:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,907
Posted By LPD218
Paul, I overheated in Utah last year in the...

Paul,

I overheated in Utah last year in the mountains and used a bottle of Simple Green and hot water at a car wash for an hour and lots of brown cheese-like crap came out of the radiator. I...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-14-2013, 02:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,175
Posted By LPD218
The passenger windshield was replaced today by...

The passenger windshield was replaced today by the Nomand Glass sub-contractor. He was very nice and did a great job. Once the old windshield was removed, I was pleased to see absolutely no rust in...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-08-2013, 09:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,175
Posted By LPD218
My deductable is $500.00 and I wan't going to put...

My deductable is $500.00 and I wan't going to put in a claim until I found out it was going to cost lots more than I thought.

Fireup,

The crack is from another repair of a chip and extends...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-07-2013, 02:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,175
Posted By LPD218
Expected Cost of Passenger Windshield

I have a 2004 Meridian with split windshield and the passenger side needs to be replaced due to a growing crack from an old chip.

What can I expect in costs for those of you who replaced a half of...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-07-2013, 04:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,683
Posted By LPD218
Camping Nut, We bought our Meridian used and...

Camping Nut,

We bought our Meridian used and the owners manual showed a vertical filter inside the bed frame. Ours is just like yours. (horizontal) The parts catalog listed both of the horizontal...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-01-2013, 08:53 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,838
Posted By LPD218
Dorsal, As my signature shows, we have a...

Dorsal,

As my signature shows, we have a 2004 Meridian. We upgraded from a Bounder gasser and like the Meridian. It was hard to trade the Bounder, but we are glad we did. There is so much...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-28-2013, 07:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,287
Posted By LPD218
Kurt, We have a 2004 Meridian 36G built...

Kurt,

We have a 2004 Meridian 36G built November 2003 with the C7 that we traded a gas Bounder for. The wife and I enjoy the ride and the room over the the Bounder. The cost to operate, as...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-15-2012, 06:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,937
Posted By LPD218
Update on Trip: Resolution

Hey folks thanks for the great input and knowledge!

As some of you may know, we were involved in an accident in Tulsa, OK on our last day home. A deer sand fell from a pickup truck in front of us...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-07-2012, 03:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,164
Posted By LPD218
Scott, With the overheating issue, fuel...

Scott,

With the overheating issue, fuel filter, air filter, and then this accident, I was real glad to get the rig into the driveway from this trip. I got under today and checked everything and...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-06-2012, 07:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,164
Posted By LPD218
What Should I Expect In Front Cap Repair From Accident

Hey folks,

Returning home from our southwest trip today we were going through Tulsa, OK and a gentleman in a pickup with his load unsecured lost his deer tree stand about 10 car lengths in front...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-05-2012, 05:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,672
Posted By LPD218
Rvten, I replaced the foam filter material...

Rvten,

I replaced the foam filter material in my old Bounder and bought it at Ace True Value and cut it to fit. Look for it in the air filter section. It was the same material.
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