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Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 09-11-2014, 07:22 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,289
Posted By njs42
There are a lot of factors relating to longevity...

There are a lot of factors relating to longevity of tires. Age at purchase, covering, inflation. speed while driving, keeping them clean, avoiding solvents to make them pretty, road hazards, road...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 09-02-2014, 06:48 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,289
Posted By njs42
That is exactly what I did. I'm a happy camper.

That is exactly what I did. I'm a happy camper.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 08-23-2014, 11:45 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 34,141
Posted By njs42
I drive conservatively and carefully but I always...

I drive conservatively and carefully but I always wondered really if my toad braking system would work in an emergency. It did.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 08-13-2014, 02:42 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 34,141
Posted By njs42
Because never is a long time. Personally...

Because never is a long time.

Personally "getting away with it" has never been a good plan.

It is the people in front of you that need you to have one. "It never happens to me" may be one of...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 06-24-2014, 02:23 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,190
Posted By njs42
I looked at that thing and liked it but it would...

I looked at that thing and liked it but it would cover my license plate and light for the license. It cost quite a bit so I took a pass. But I agree it is a great idea.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 06-24-2014, 12:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,190
Posted By njs42
I do not have a spare on my 03 Dolphin and do not...

I do not have a spare on my 03 Dolphin and do not intend to carry one: however if I found one on my MH originally mounted out of the way I would keep it for sure. You would be wise to get a new tire...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-19-2014, 08:15 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,337
Posted By njs42
I basically agree and you inject a note of...

I basically agree and you inject a note of sanity; but the reality in my opinion lies somewhere between your experience and the person with seventy complaints. One thing that baffled me when we...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-19-2014, 07:03 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,337
Posted By njs42
Perhaps the Airplane-Motorhome comparison is a...

Perhaps the Airplane-Motorhome comparison is a little strained; however the sentiment about MH/RV construction is right on.

Before we purchased ours we went to the factory and watched our...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-22-2014, 09:51 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,990
Posted By njs42
Nothing quite like knowing your own mind and...

Nothing quite like knowing your own mind and acting accordingly. I agree an occasional drop in to see what is going on and offering your experience might be an enjoyable thing to do.

Good luck...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-18-2014, 08:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,142
Posted By njs42
Dolphin LX 03 full queen, 60X80 just went in and...

Dolphin LX 03 full queen, 60X80 just went in and bought a mattress from a store they delivered and took the old mattress. Easy.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-17-2014, 09:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,964
Posted By njs42
56343 This is what I had, a plastic bezel...

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This is what I had, a plastic bezel surrounding the TV, it came off woth screws

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Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-09-2014, 04:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,301
Posted By njs42
It's called blog fog. It's going around.

It's called blog fog. It's going around.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-22-2014, 04:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,125
Posted By njs42
Sensors and systems are different I know. But...

Sensors and systems are different I know. But mine work perfectly after ten year use.

First using hot water in cleaning makes a huge difference. Second, I have one of those wands with the small...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-02-2014, 05:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 15,936
Posted By njs42
I'm thinking out loud on your behalf. ...

I'm thinking out loud on your behalf.

Lateral forces would concern me, even a wood 2X4 standing on end can hold a lot of weight, but if you subject it to any horizontal forces it will buckle...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-30-2013, 12:04 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,126
Posted By njs42
We have been on 30 amps a few times and made no...

We have been on 30 amps a few times and made no adjustments to speak of. It was warmer then as we travel to warmer place in the winter. You made the assessment yourself correctly. You just may, and...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-30-2013, 11:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,130
Posted By njs42
My rear fitting leaked, I could see it in the...

My rear fitting leaked, I could see it in the back. I could see it and get a wrench on it but was chicken to put the muscle to it and I did not know it was PVC. I had a guy come out and fix it, his...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-28-2013, 10:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,226
Posted By njs42
Here are a lot of them from Amazon, all different...

Here are a lot of them from Amazon, all different prices. I put this style on the bulkhead drivers side and passenger side. They are durable, and fold out of the way. Put them within reach and the...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 09-20-2013, 05:22 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,715
Posted By njs42
Sadly this condition exist on many, many coaches...

Sadly this condition exist on many, many coaches fresh from the factory. My guess is that it is a stunning number. Particularly gas coaches but as I read here diesel coaches are effected as well.
...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 08-24-2013, 11:23 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,258
Posted By njs42
Your situation is all to common. Had the same...

Your situation is all to common. Had the same thing happened to us. Wound up in conversation with the owner of the RV business. Everything was fixed in time but the hassle was avoidable. they...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-14-2013, 10:54 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 14,724
Posted By njs42
Relax. I see Itascas all over the place,...

Relax.

I see Itascas all over the place, must be because I do not have one. I hear good things about them as well. You are fine, at least as fine as a Dolphin LX owner, who knows maybe better.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-31-2013, 09:23 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,402
Posted By njs42
A good cleaning of both tanks can rectify false...

A good cleaning of both tanks can rectify false readings from accumulated "stuff",
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 07-21-2013, 10:49 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 26,169
Posted By njs42
I wonder; why the number of truckers who own RV's...

I wonder; why the number of truckers who own RV's would be any different than any other part of the population?

It seems to me there is no more animus from truckers than you get from any other...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 07-20-2013, 10:19 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 26,169
Posted By njs42
I have found truckers much more road savvy than...

I have found truckers much more road savvy than your average car commuter.

I don't draft but I find myself slipping behind a trucker now and then and duplicating the pace. It works just fine. I...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-21-2013, 06:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,905
Posted By njs42
In a recent thread the subject was what is your...

In a recent thread the subject was what is your most valuable tool. On the basis of the most used I answered a multi-blade screw driver, for all the reasons cited in this thread. Tightening screws is...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-02-2013, 09:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,258
Posted By njs42
You can leave the grey tank open. The black tank...

You can leave the grey tank open. The black tank closed. Dump the black tank when it gets above 3/4 so you have a full flush and some water accumulation to carry solids out. I like to rinse then by...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 05-01-2013, 11:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,086
Posted By njs42
I reccommend Dually Valves as well. ...

I reccommend Dually Valves as well.

Expedition Exchange Incorporated :: Wheels & Tires :: Alligator Double Seal Valve Cap (V2B)...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-29-2013, 09:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,332
Posted By njs42
My Power Gear jacks have lube points which get...

My Power Gear jacks have lube points which get lubed with light weight lithium grease. The rods get silicone as per instructions in the manual.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 04-12-2013, 10:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,680
Posted By njs42
You did get a good price, Two year ago I paid...

You did get a good price, Two year ago I paid $375. same tire, at Costco pretty much the same price as FMCA. Tires have gone up in price, so you did good.

I found Goodyear priced themselves out...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 04-12-2013, 03:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,680
Posted By njs42
I have Michelin, ran mine ten years before...

I have Michelin, ran mine ten years before replacing, and have never experienced a problem. It does not sound like you have either. The way I looked at is was $1,200 amortized over ten years (or...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-10-2013, 03:09 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,396
Posted By njs42
Please ask as many questions as you like. Someone...

Please ask as many questions as you like. Someone always learns from another's answers and questions; and you reminded me that my hour meter needs to be changed it does not keep hours either. Thanks...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-14-2013, 07:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,964
Posted By njs42
She's almost flush to the floor, no wasted space...

She's almost flush to the floor, no wasted space so you have discharged your chores and eliminated any further problems and all without a lot of paper work.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-09-2013, 11:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,702
Posted By njs42
If you have a shower or outside faucet it is...

If you have a shower or outside faucet it is often the low point drain. It will take some time but should get the job done.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 02-17-2013, 07:39 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,619
Posted By njs42
The dealer will not sell it at a loss without...

The dealer will not sell it at a loss without good reason, and if they do so what. So make as low an offer as you wish, embarassingly low. It does no harm and the after conversation begins to tell...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-23-2012, 10:50 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,717
Posted By njs42
If you are sure you need to replace them then...

If you are sure you need to replace them then doing both at once is a splendid idea. Even better idea if they are difficult to access; not something you want to do twice.

There have been some...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-20-2012, 10:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,595
Posted By njs42
There are hundreds of storage places in any major...

There are hundreds of storage places in any major place in Arizona, all price ranges. The Casa Grande selection sounds good because of location and it sounds like the person has personal knowledge. ...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 12-11-2012, 09:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,856
Posted By njs42
HAd great service from Michelin XRV's on my...

HAd great service from Michelin XRV's on my second set.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-25-2012, 11:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,928
Posted By njs42
First it is not as hard as it might seem. Second...

First it is not as hard as it might seem. Second it does take practice. Third there are some basics a few of which I will share. Fourth there are some driving schools and self help videos which I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-10-2012, 06:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,662
Posted By njs42
Some things to check while you are waiting for...

Some things to check while you are waiting for someone who knows more than I.

Is the selector box set to roof antenna? Have you done a search for air channels on your TV through the TV menu?
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-21-2012, 10:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,785
Posted By njs42
You will not offend anyone by making a low offer....

You will not offend anyone by making a low offer. or by walking away. They will not sell it for any amount that does not make them money so take care of yourself and let them worry about themselves....
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-08-2012, 06:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,164
Posted By njs42
We had our entire front cap replaced in the first...

We had our entire front cap replaced in the first six months ownership (a fellow RV type back into us while we were sitting on our jacks). Insurance was accomodating and put everything back with new...
Forum: Vintage Rigs - Retro is cool! 10-03-2012, 09:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,318
Posted By njs42
Plenty of opportunities. The number of RV...

Plenty of opportunities. The number of RV resorts restricting as to age is comparatively small. And even those that do basically just want a nice looking rig, so keep it shined up. Some however are...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-21-2012, 03:12 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,267
Posted By njs42
WE are having new kitchen cabinet doors made at a...

WE are having new kitchen cabinet doors made at a cabinet shop so if Lowes cannot help then find a cabinet shop. Lowes orders out through a cabinet shop so maybe they will give you the name and you...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-20-2012, 09:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,267
Posted By njs42
Here is a thought for you. You can get local...

Here is a thought for you. You can get local cabinet shops to make a raised panel door for you. Or you may be able to look for generic ones at Lowes etc; also Lowes has kitchen cabinets made so you...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-25-2012, 09:25 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,898
Posted By njs42
And then there is the problem you have because...

And then there is the problem you have because you broke what you were fixing. Often bigger than the original.

Usually accompanied by the phrase "now how did that happen (explitive deleted)" and...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-31-2012, 08:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,964
Posted By njs42
If the frame is steel a magnet works great used...

If the frame is steel a magnet works great used one on the rear wall to find cross members. Easy deal.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-30-2012, 06:23 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,109
Posted By njs42
It sounds like something that needs batteries,...

It sounds like something that needs batteries, maybe unrelated to the RV systems.

Cell phone?

Is the passenger seat belt fully retracted?
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-30-2012, 06:04 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,109
Posted By njs42
Do you have a GPS---they chime?

Do you have a GPS---they chime?
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 07-17-2012, 05:18 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,481
Posted By njs42
All is well that ends well.

All is well that ends well.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 07-15-2012, 09:51 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,481
Posted By njs42
If the guy wants 22K for it he probably has about...

If the guy wants 22K for it he probably has about 10 K invested. Negotiate, get your tires or walk away (incidently he will call you back I'll bet). There are many many rigs for sale in great...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-05-2012, 03:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,882
Posted By njs42
You must mean dual pane windows? I cannot imagine...

You must mean dual pane windows? I cannot imagine they will make that much difference even though there is a lot of window area in your MH. The windshield alone will sap a lot of heat from your rig....
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