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Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-20-2023, 12:11 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 288
Posted By RTegarini
2005 Itasca Exterior Door Roller-Shade & Cornice

Hello;

I have a 2005 Itasca Sunova and would like to tighten up the roller-shade spring inside my exterior door. The shade pulls down but is reluctant to roll back up, or at least reluctant to...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-09-2022, 07:38 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 353
Posted By RTegarini
Headlight Protection from UV Ideas…

Hello-

I’m looking for ideas for Headlight Protection from UV. I’ve now replaced my headlights twice due to the sun yellowing them horribly. Not terribly expensive to replace but extremely tough...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 09-24-2020, 12:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 744
Posted By RTegarini
Norcold N611 / Not Cycling Off Using Propane

Hello;

I recently discovered a couple of issues with my Norcold N611, OEM on my 2005 motorhome.

First issue is while running on propane, it doesn't seem to cycle off and on once reaching proper...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-10-2020, 06:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 641
Posted By RTegarini
That's a great suggestion and one I hadn't...

That's a great suggestion and one I hadn't thought of. Will check that out next time I'm at the RV storage.

Thank you. -RT
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-08-2020, 09:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 641
Posted By RTegarini
Dash A/C Switch Issue

Hello:

On my last outing, I discovered an issue with the HVAC switch, specifically when in the 'MAX AC' position. The fan works properly in all positions except the MAX AC position; in that...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-02-2020, 10:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 433
Posted By RTegarini
Very confusing to me, but I can say that...

Very confusing to me, but I can say that Winnebago claims that their fiberglass roofs are NOT glued down in any fashion. The fiberglass panels are held in place by the front cap, the rear cap and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-31-2020, 06:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 433
Posted By RTegarini
2005 Sunova Roof Concern & Question

Hello

Some time back, I had an issue with the roof on my 2005 Sunova. It pulled out from the drivers side frame and billowed while driving like a sail. Luckily, it stayed fastened at the front and...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-17-2019, 05:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,841
Posted By RTegarini
If the entry door needs an adjustment:

If the entry door needs an adjustment:
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-17-2019, 05:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,841
Posted By RTegarini
I can't edit my original post but would like to...

I can't edit my original post but would like to clarify that by loosening the interior door plate screws it allows the entire assembly some movement and adjustment. The exterior plate will move...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-17-2019, 12:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,841
Posted By RTegarini
If it’s a Trimark door lock assembly like mine,...

If it’s a Trimark door lock assembly like mine, commonly used in RV’s of our vintage, and your dead-bolt is hitting too low in the door frame, I adjusted mine by simply loosening the interior plate...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-12-2019, 10:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,568
Posted By RTegarini
I'm using a computer with a smaller screen...

I'm using a computer with a smaller screen tonight rather than my larger iMac, so I THINK one of your pictures is a slide-out. If that's the case, how does it work when replacing the carpet at the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-24-2018, 10:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,241
Posted By RTegarini
Very nice and informative video. Now if only I...

Very nice and informative video. Now if only I thought I had the ability to pull that off! Cutting the flooring, now that's scary, but looked really good after the repair. -RT
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-24-2018, 09:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,241
Posted By RTegarini
Vinyl flooring lifting / air pockets under flooring

My first question is do we only post questions in either iRV or here, but not both forums? I'm not sure of the protocol with Winnebago owners now having two forums to post questions.

Second...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-30-2018, 01:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,544
Posted By RTegarini
I'm wondering what brand of door locks you have...

I'm wondering what brand of door locks you have on your motorhome. Mine has Tri-mark and what happened to you is a common problem, even with the manual-style door locks. I've had to replace mine...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-19-2018, 09:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,206
Posted By RTegarini
1157 brake light bulb vs. LED equivalent

I had to replace a 1157 brake light bulb on my 2005 Itasca. I noticed that the bulb is also available as an LED bulb, which I would like to try. But on the packaging, it notes that it may not work...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-08-2018, 07:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,229
Posted By RTegarini
I have an older 2005 model, so I feel your pain...

I have an older 2005 model, so I feel your pain many times over. I used to say the only times nothing broke was when I left it in storage, but even that isn't true anymore. Good luck. -RT
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-02-2017, 04:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,858
Posted By RTegarini
Pretty strange sine the Winnebago brochure...

Pretty strange sine the Winnebago brochure clearly states a Ford six-speed transmission on both the Vista and Vista LX chassis. The 2015 Vista brochure does show a five-speed as standard equipment....
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-02-2017, 09:38 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,858
Posted By RTegarini
I believe you are correct: According to the 2016...

I believe you are correct: According to the 2016 Winnebago brochure, a Vista 30T is a Vista LX, riding on a Ford chassis, using a six-speed transmission. -RT
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-27-2017, 07:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,387
Posted By RTegarini
I'd have to check each vent to be completely...

I'd have to check each vent to be completely accurate, but I believe that some of the A/C vents in the rear bedroom are from the front A/C and some are from the rear A/C unit, or at least that is the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-13-2017, 09:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,764
Posted By RTegarini
I think osgoor is saying that water drained from...

I think osgoor is saying that water drained from the A/C unit and then quit running. I just replaced my rear unit; since I didn't have time to mess with trying to repair it, I had a new unit...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-13-2017, 09:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 29,229
Posted By RTegarini
It's done by removing the black plug and using a...

It's done by removing the black plug and using a socket, adjust it until there is minimal slack. I didn't turn mine much but then, it was all new parts to start with. May take more if the parts have...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-13-2017, 09:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 29,229
Posted By RTegarini
jpspaz; I ordered all the parts from ...

jpspaz;

I ordered all the parts from Lichtsinn RV (https://www.lichtsinn.com/rv-parts) -RT
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-03-2017, 06:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,252
Posted By RTegarini
Along with the make and model of the water...

Along with the make and model of the water heater, tell us of any features, such as gas only, gas and electric, pilot light or DSI, etc. The more information, the easier to help you.

Over the last...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-31-2017, 09:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,348
Posted By RTegarini
Due to the short time frame I have to make a...

Due to the short time frame I have to make a repair or replacement before taking the motorhome out again, I ended up ordering a new A/C unit from a local RV repair shop. Cost is approximately $1,065...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 05-30-2017, 10:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,066
Posted By RTegarini
Thanks for the reply. If the motorhome is nearby,...

Thanks for the reply. If the motorhome is nearby, could you tell me the thermostat make and model number, along with the specific A/C model number? Mine uses two Coleman Mach thermostats that are...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-30-2017, 10:20 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,348
Posted By RTegarini
It's true that in California you have to have a...

It's true that in California you have to have a license to purchase Freon R22, but that wasn't at all what Camping World was stating to me, which is why I brought that up. The rep claimed my A/C...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-30-2017, 12:07 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,348
Posted By RTegarini
I even questioned him as soon as he stated that,...

I even questioned him as soon as he stated that, reminding him that I was talking about the A/C units, not the refrigerator. I'm pretty disappointed with Camping World on this one... I was told so...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 05-29-2017, 05:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,066
Posted By RTegarini
I'm curious... is your Coleman Mach A/C unit...

I'm curious... is your Coleman Mach A/C unit ducted from the ceiling, using a wall-mounted thermostat, or a unducted unit with no wall-mounted thermostat and the controls on the A/C unit at the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-29-2017, 05:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,348
Posted By RTegarini
So, I'm back home and took a look at the two...

So, I'm back home and took a look at the two Coleman air conditioners. The rear air thermostat seems to work but only the fan motor and fan turns on the A/C unit. No humming from the compressor and...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-28-2017, 05:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,348
Posted By RTegarini
Took MH out for camping means something new is broken

Took the motorhome out for the holiday weekend, so of course that means something new is broken. Today, the rear Coleman Mach A/C unit no longer blows cold. Fan comes on either by way of turning on...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-26-2017, 10:07 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,646
Posted By RTegarini
So are there four or five cables connected to...

So are there four or five cables connected to that post in each picture of the old batteries and new batteries? Cables do appear to have been moved around and I'm curious how many cables are...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-25-2017, 11:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,646
Posted By RTegarini
I can't tell with complete certainty, but it...

I can't tell with complete certainty, but it almost looks like you have four wires connected to the side-wall post in your old battery picture but it looks like five wires after the new battery...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-25-2017, 10:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,646
Posted By RTegarini
Sent you a PM with pictures. When I last changed...

Sent you a PM with pictures. When I last changed out all of my 12v batteries, I broke off a ground cable moving the batteries around. The grounding board and manual disconnect switch (on my 2005...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-01-2017, 03:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,801
Posted By RTegarini
Here is your thread text... Under...

Here is your thread text...

Under 'Additional Options', select 'Attach Files' / Manage Attachments

You will then get a pop-up box 'Manage Attachments'

Choose your file from your computer...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-29-2017, 05:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,801
Posted By RTegarini
The images don't show up in the thread and didn't...

The images don't show up in the thread and didn't open when I double-clicked them. They did open if I right-clicked on them and selected 'open in new window'.

Based on one of the images, would it...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 04-21-2017, 06:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,543
Posted By RTegarini
In years past with a different motorhome on a...

In years past with a different motorhome on a Ford F53 chassis, it was Costco all the way for me. But with a Workhorse chassis requiring 475 ft. pounds of torque, Costco could only sell me unmounted...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-21-2017, 06:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,807
Posted By RTegarini
Thank you to you and jazzerjump for posting...

Thank you to you and jazzerjump for posting pictures. I haven't had this issue come up so far but want to be proactive with having a plan... I've had just about every individual problem that everyone...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-21-2017, 06:06 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 15,653
Posted By RTegarini
That's what I was coming up with too. Looks like...

That's what I was coming up with too. Looks like Glo-Brite is gone and I came up empty at every web site I found on Google that claimed they had that part. I called Blake Sales too but they were...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-21-2017, 05:31 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 15,653
Posted By RTegarini
In post number 19, I mentioned Blake Sales,...

In post number 19, I mentioned

Blake Sales, Inc.
773.927.3350
3628 S. Blake Street
Chicago, Illinois

...a company that I have used twice to replace marker lights on my motorhome and my...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-20-2017, 03:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,807
Posted By RTegarini
Any pictures you could post? I'd like to see...

Any pictures you could post? I'd like to see photos of those that have used pop rivets and/or bolts, mounting the hinges to the hood.

Thank you. -RT
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-18-2017, 05:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,979
Posted By RTegarini
Mine are now 12 years old but would like to...

Mine are now 12 years old but would like to replace them. Surprisingly, they aren't shredded at all. They do take a beating from the sun and I think strong winds really take a toll on them. -RT
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-18-2017, 05:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,086
Posted By RTegarini
Thank you cruzbill and Spk64 for the suggestion...

Thank you cruzbill and Spk64 for the suggestion of checking voltage. I my case, not a voltage issue, just more of a design issue thing. I wish the assembly housing were a lot larger. The assemblies...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-17-2017, 04:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,086
Posted By RTegarini
Headlight bulbs: Samsung LED's vs. Silverstar Ultra vs. CrystalVision

I've never been happy wth the output of the headlights on my motorhome. In the past, I did replace both headlight assemblies and all the headlight bulbs, but only with replacement OEM parts. It...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-03-2017, 10:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,695
Posted By RTegarini
My model is a 2005 34A, which is listed with a 70...

My model is a 2005 34A, which is listed with a 70 gallon capacity. Not sure if that includes the 6 gallons for the water heater. Mine does match the original photo in this thread, which is the one I...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-03-2017, 12:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,695
Posted By RTegarini
I couldn't figure out a way to attach a photo...

I couldn't figure out a way to attach a photo from my computer in a PM, so here's how my sensors are lined up. Originally, the last one was at the bottom was where my blue line ends, but I moved it...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-02-2017, 10:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,369
Posted By RTegarini
There is a lot of parasite drain on your engine...

There is a lot of parasite drain on your engine battery. Install a BEP Marine Disconnect Switch. When back in storage, simply turn the knob 90 degrees and all power is cut-off from the battery. I had...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-02-2017, 10:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,695
Posted By RTegarini
Based on your photo, I can say mine are set in...

Based on your photo, I can say mine are set in entirely different positions, more consistent with 1/3, 2/3 and full. You should re-position them for more accurate readings. Mine run top to bottom,...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-02-2017, 06:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,695
Posted By RTegarini
My father-in-law has a 2006 Sightseer and I have...

My father-in-law has a 2006 Sightseer and I have a 2005-equivalent Itsaca. Neither one of us has a problem with water draining out, per se, but I can tell you that when I fill the tank, the tank will...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-31-2017, 09:41 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,907
Posted By RTegarini
Great suggestion and one that I will do......

Great suggestion and one that I will do... thank-you. I have some giant-sized cable ties that would be perfect. -RT
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-30-2017, 10:29 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,907
Posted By RTegarini
To put my repair issue into context, here's a few...

To put my repair issue into context, here's a few updated photos of the dog-leg that owners of my model and vintage should inspect.


Photo #1 and #2 is the dog-leg extended due to the slide being...
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