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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-07-2013, 06:59 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,257
Posted By SVTotem
Scott, I apologize for not responding sooner. I...

Scott,
I apologize for not responding sooner. I have been away from the forum.

I was experiencing the same symptoms. Replacing the module cured the problem.

Yes, the replacement system...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-13-2013, 03:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,257
Posted By SVTotem
Journey 39K Tri-Mark Keyless Entry Retrofit

The OEM keyless entry systems in older Winnebago’s are starting to fail and the equipment is no longer being manufactured. Winnebago has identified a replacement system and designed an adaptive...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-13-2013, 09:56 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,257
Posted By SVTotem
Sammie wins the prize! Now to figure out the...

Sammie wins the prize! Now to figure out the harness.
Bill
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-13-2013, 08:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,257
Posted By SVTotem
Yep, I have done it before when replacing the...

Yep, I have done it before when replacing the info center. The question pertained to the location of the module and associated harness.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-13-2013, 07:41 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,257
Posted By SVTotem
Thanks Sammie. I will take a look. Some 36 models...

Thanks Sammie. I will take a look. Some 36 models seem to have it in the forward driver side lower bay.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-13-2013, 07:17 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,257
Posted By SVTotem
Sammie, that was going to be my next step and I...

Sammie, that was going to be my next step and I had hoped a 39k owner had found it there. I was waiting for responses before heading back to storage to tackle this again. My tablet is not showing...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-12-2013, 04:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,257
Posted By SVTotem
'05 Journey 39K Keyless entry replacement

After a less than satisfactory call to Winnebago Customer Support I crawled under the dash to look for the OEM module. According to the Front Wiring Diagram for the 39K the module should be under the...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-18-2013, 09:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,554
Posted By SVTotem
Thanks GaDawgFan, Duner and Clifftail.

Thanks GaDawgFan, Duner and Clifftail.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-11-2013, 12:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,554
Posted By SVTotem
Where do you find Rejex? I have looked at auto...

Where do you find Rejex? I have looked at auto stores like Discount Auto, Walmart, and RV stores. No luck so far.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-21-2013, 12:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,381
Posted By SVTotem
Freightliner factory service is in Gaffney as you...

Freightliner factory service is in Gaffney as you probably know. You might call 1-800-FTL HELP and ask them for a referral.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-11-2013, 07:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,406
Posted By SVTotem
Jupiter, Our 39k is identical except the...

Jupiter,

Our 39k is identical except the hole is covered with a metal grid to keep critters out or perhaps things from falling through into the electrical bay. It was my understanding from talking...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-18-2013, 07:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,264
Posted By SVTotem
My 2005 39k with same engine has two filters and...

My 2005 39k with same engine has two filters and no pump. A pump can easily be added at the secondary filter mount. I believe CAT recommends mounting the filters dry and cranking the engine, so a...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-10-2013, 04:17 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,145
Posted By SVTotem
Mine come up beyond horizontal when the slide is...

Mine come up beyond horizontal when the slide is in, but is still wish the where hinged in the side. I am quite tall (old, too) and any advantage to allow a closer approach would be welcome.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-05-2012, 07:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,418
Posted By SVTotem
A recent thread on another forum identified these...

A recent thread on another forum identified these as Moen. Check the Winnebago forum at RVForum.net.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-03-2012, 04:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,244
Posted By SVTotem
Check the Winnebago section at RVFORUM.NET. There...

Check the Winnebago section at RVFORUM.NET. There is a sticky for this topic.

My 39k was already modified up front using a Moryde (sp) mount. If I had done it I would send pics.

I did do the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-24-2012, 05:57 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,145
Posted By SVTotem
Chassis Battery Drain & Generator

I just re-read your original post and see that this is your first motorhome. The engine and transmission control units can drain the chassis batteries in several weeks, sooner if the batteries are...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-23-2012, 08:10 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,145
Posted By SVTotem
We love our 39K. I added Safe-T-Plus and...

We love our 39K.

I added Safe-T-Plus and Bilstein shocks to improve handling. Koni shocks are also highly thought of. The '05 does not charge chassis batteries from shore power, so we added...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-19-2012, 06:43 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 10,342
Posted By SVTotem
Earl, Where was the wiring routed to power...

Earl,

Where was the wiring routed to power the new ceiling unit. Also for the thermostat. Just curious how they would get power up there without making a mess of things.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-27-2012, 07:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,160
Posted By SVTotem
I am the second owner, so can't speak to what was...

I am the second owner, so can't speak to what was OEM. At purchase there were three group 27 house batteries. There appears to be room to go up a size, but I have not measured.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-15-2012, 08:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,085
Posted By SVTotem
Denny, We have had this happen several...

Denny,

We have had this happen several times, and judging by the condition of the flap when we first tried to fix it, the PO did also. We finally had to rebuild the support system by placing steel...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-11-2012, 01:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,389
Posted By SVTotem
Phil, Another thought is the quality of your...

Phil,

Another thought is the quality of your ground connections. I do not know there locations, but you might find that in the electrical drawings at the Winnebago site.

If the ignition switch...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-02-2012, 07:18 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,054
Posted By SVTotem
Very happy with mine on our '05 Journey. Low...

Very happy with mine on our '05 Journey. Low cost, big benefit.

Wired per instructions to the solenoids at firewall. Others have installed in battery compartment to good affect.

Due to a lack...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 08-31-2012, 09:07 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 11,031
Posted By SVTotem
Thanks. I will just have to pray this thing...

Thanks.

I will just have to pray this thing holds on. Friends tried the Amish unit but it failed within a year, so I can't see investing that kind of money in resurrecting a Norcold. Going to a...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 08-31-2012, 05:49 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 11,031
Posted By SVTotem
Would you be willing to share LD's labor estimate...

Would you be willing to share LD's labor estimate for the install. I am sure our turn is coming and I just can't see investing in another Norcold.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-18-2012, 07:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,209
Posted By SVTotem
My 05 Journey has phone, satellite and cable...

My 05 Journey has phone, satellite and cable hookups in the electrical bay.

From reading earlier threads on this subject I believe you can not use the cable hookup for a remote sat dish because...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-09-2012, 03:46 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,139
Posted By SVTotem
Rick has a good point. Battery out gassing does...

Rick has a good point. Battery out gassing does have a sulfur smell if concentrated enough. If you suspect they are over charging turn off power to them, air out the battery compartment, and let...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-09-2012, 03:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,139
Posted By SVTotem
Hi Jim, The Journey uses propane for the...

Hi Jim,
The Journey uses propane for the stove/oven, water heater when selected, refer when selected or on auto when AC not present, and for the furnace.

You can check for propane by spraying a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-17-2012, 05:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,629
Posted By SVTotem
Chuck, Originally I was carrying five pounds...

Chuck,
Originally I was carrying five pounds more front and rear, but now I carry the same as you. Have not tried onboard air since the change, so it might work better now.

It was necessary to...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-17-2012, 02:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,629
Posted By SVTotem
Many folks don't bother with the coach AUX air...

Many folks don't bother with the coach AUX air for filling tires since it takes a little extra effort to keep the coach air compressor engaged and the pressure high enough.

While it does take up...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-16-2012, 03:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,629
Posted By SVTotem
Well that is certainly similar, but I do not...

Well that is certainly similar, but I do not think the same as on mine, but then again mine may just have a line that goes to the same one you show. Mine may have be located where it is for...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-15-2012, 08:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,629
Posted By SVTotem
On my 05 39k the air source is in the generator...

On my 05 39k the air source is in the generator compartment up front. Opening the access cover beneath the windshield, there is a quick connect fitting and a yellow valve handle on the upper right. ...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-09-2012, 04:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,024
Posted By SVTotem
If you anticipate heavy rain with the wind bring...

If you anticipate heavy rain with the wind bring the slides in before the rain. Retracting during heavy rain will bring water in.

The velocity at which we bring slides in varies with the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-08-2012, 08:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,605
Posted By SVTotem
Oops. Forgot to include John's URL. ...

Oops. Forgot to include John's URL.

www.janeandjohn.org
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-08-2012, 04:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,605
Posted By SVTotem
You can get some tips at John Canfield's site,...

You can get some tips at John Canfield's site, but I do not think he had an issue with the vent since it is a 39' Meridian. Still, there may be other ideas there for you.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-17-2012, 01:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,182
Posted By SVTotem
We have an 05 Journey, and like GG1, ours is high...

We have an 05 Journey, and like GG1, ours is high on the hall wall near the One Place panel. It is a white switch like a home light switch.

The sump heater plugs into a 120AC outlet in the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-10-2012, 07:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,021
Posted By SVTotem
Nice looking setup. Where we're you camping? The...

Nice looking setup. Where we're you camping? The sites are well outfitted.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-06-2012, 12:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,843
Posted By SVTotem
Let us know what you find out.

Let us know what you find out.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-01-2012, 10:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,866
Posted By SVTotem
Do a forum search. There was a thread discussing...

Do a forum search. There was a thread discussing this mod with photos last year or early this year.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-01-2012, 08:41 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,575
Posted By SVTotem
"and on Winnebagos the chassis batteries do not...

"and on Winnebagos the chassis batteries do not recharge on shore power."

True prior to 2007 or so. If you have an earlier model I highly recommend installing a Tric-L-Start to allow the chassis...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-01-2012, 06:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,575
Posted By SVTotem
Like gMw eludes to, check connectors and grounds....

Like gMw eludes to, check connectors and grounds. It also sounds like the system may not be pressurizing. You may want to check that relief valves on the solenoids are snug.

Any leaks evident?
...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-31-2012, 04:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,779
Posted By SVTotem
I found the Max Air II an easy install. If it...

I found the Max Air II an easy install. If it restricts the flow I can't tell.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-26-2012, 08:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,550
Posted By SVTotem
Doorguy, If you have the original info center...

Doorguy,
If you have the original info center with the black on green display you need to order the replacement display Chris pointed out.

The original display had too little contrast and poor...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-26-2012, 08:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,349
Posted By SVTotem
Hi Lee, Not certain about the 36', but my 39K...

Hi Lee,
Not certain about the 36', but my 39K has five batteries. Two for the chassis and three for the house.

I am sure a 36 owner will give you a more definitive answer, but I suspect you...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-22-2012, 10:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,621
Posted By SVTotem
Got it. Thanks KIX.

Got it. Thanks KIX.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-22-2012, 08:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,621
Posted By SVTotem
We have the slide retracted. We powered it back...

We have the slide retracted. We powered it back in place while the tech watched for source of leak. It appears to be coming from a connection on the extend circuit since leaking was minimal while...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-20-2012, 10:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,621
Posted By SVTotem
Thanks KIX. There is a separate solenoid for each...

Thanks KIX. There is a separate solenoid for each slide, so I was hoping that what you say is correct. My concern was that when another slide was energized the fluid would flow through the leak and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-20-2012, 06:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,621
Posted By SVTotem
Journey 39K Slide Failure

When it rains it pours. We just had a week delay for another mechanical problem in Albuquerque, now that we are finally in our intended area of operation we have a slide hydraulic failure.

A...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-08-2012, 07:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,712
Posted By SVTotem
Thanks, Bob. I forgot about the switch out side....

Thanks, Bob. I forgot about the switch out side. I will see if I can energize the pump from out there as a backup while I wait for a new switch. I pulled the One Panel yesterday and made sure the...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-08-2012, 07:13 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,404
Posted By SVTotem
Amanda, Don't be so hard on your self. Your...

Amanda,
Don't be so hard on your self. Your description was correct for my 05 Journey where the switch along with the engine heater switch are mounted separately from the One Place Panel.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-06-2012, 10:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,404
Posted By SVTotem
Amanda_h is correct on all counts. Great...

Amanda_h is correct on all counts. Great description of the process.
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