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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-11-2016, 07:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,970
Posted By dengraham
Clink, I have a 42E Meridian for sale if...

Clink,
I have a 42E Meridian for sale if interested. I would be interested in what you are paying. You can PM me.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-04-2015, 07:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,539
Posted By dengraham
My understanding from a dealer is the Itasca...

My understanding from a dealer is the Itasca dealers will become Winnebago dealers selling Ellipse, Meridian, etc. made by Winnebago.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-06-2015, 08:32 AM
Replies: 213
Views: 55,554
Posted By dengraham
Tom, The Toad Charge keeps your battery topped...

Tom,
The Toad Charge keeps your battery topped off so it does not drain as you are pulling the tow down the road. I took the hot wire from the six way cord coming into the toad. Here is their...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-15-2015, 04:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,940
Posted By dengraham
You are correct about being screwed to the back...

You are correct about being screwed to the back wall. That is Edgar the picture is showing. And those are the two screws you will need to remove. The other end of the bracket is held by the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-13-2015, 09:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,940
Posted By dengraham
I have not been in the Vista but the other units...

I have not been in the Vista but the other units are bolted at the bottom at the front with L brackets and held at very the top at the rear of the fridge with a light weight L bracket. This bracket...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-12-2015, 12:24 AM
Replies: 213
Views: 55,554
Posted By dengraham
Yoders2Go, I am sorry I missed your question. ...

Yoders2Go,
I am sorry I missed your question. I am currently in Fairbanks, Alaska on the Winnebago Outdoor Adventure Caravan. The barrels are a direct replacement; easy. Small 10mm wrench and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-04-2015, 10:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,633
Posted By dengraham
Thanks for the update. Glad you got it fixed. ...

Thanks for the update. Glad you got it fixed.
>> Dennis
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-26-2015, 08:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,107
Posted By dengraham
LynnD, Sure. It is a standard faucet available...

LynnD,
Sure. It is a standard faucet available at any hardware store. The other end is connected to a valve at the back of the toilet. It may be sticking because the head has a lot of calcium in...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-25-2015, 09:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,839
Posted By dengraham
Tnteacherguy, I removed the black covers. The...

Tnteacherguy,
I removed the black covers. The rear one was working fine. The front one was jammed and the slide bar would not fully "unlock" (open). It would stop about 1/4 inch short of...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-21-2015, 08:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,839
Posted By dengraham
Hmmm, I have the same problem but I am way up in...

Hmmm, I have the same problem but I am way up in Tok, Alaska. Is the slide lock switch the "key lock switch?" On my unit the key lock controls all the slides. The other slides work (Lippert) but...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-05-2015, 06:54 AM
Replies: 213
Views: 55,554
Posted By dengraham
Yoders2Go, Your friend is correct, I also...

Yoders2Go,
Your friend is correct, I also heard the “white” or “clear” barrels can get hot from the increased electrical current, then melt, and short out a lot of systems. I had to take out the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-04-2015, 09:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,087
Posted By dengraham
Jim, Yes the engine alternator will charge your...

Jim,
Yes the engine alternator will charge your house batteries as you drive down the road. The house batteries will run the inverter that will provide the 2 amps needed to keep the refrigerator...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-03-2015, 08:57 PM
Replies: 213
Views: 55,554
Posted By dengraham
Changes you have made to your Meridian or Journey??

CBreed, the 42E does not come with a remote compartment door lock system. You need to lock or unlock each door with a key. You will need to install electric actuators on each door, run 450 feet of...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-03-2015, 07:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,215
Posted By dengraham
Replacement Red plastic latch on electric cord door flap

Ritz, I am at Forest City and can buy them for you and mail them if you are interested. How many do you need?
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-23-2015, 10:19 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,633
Posted By dengraham
HHIDan I believe it is an internal transformer...

HHIDan
I believe it is an internal transformer so it would be hard to find a match.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-22-2015, 03:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,633
Posted By dengraham
Glad you got the fix. I think they got a bad...

Glad you got the fix. I think they got a bad batch of power transformers. Easy fix. You going to Alaska? I'll see you there.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-20-2015, 06:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,633
Posted By dengraham
Call the company. There is a known problem...

Call the company. There is a known problem with the power transformer. Ask them to send you a new transformer. With the correct power it will work just fine.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-07-2015, 09:08 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 54,756
Posted By dengraham
Rich, I appreciate your comments and your...

Rich,
I appreciate your comments and your perspective. Good point about the assembly process as I have heard about the problem of the box getting out of square before it was placed into the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-06-2015, 04:06 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 54,756
Posted By dengraham
Xboater I agree but Winnebago would also...

Xboater
I agree but Winnebago would also replace the floor because they built it. Think about the bad refrigerators. It is the refrigerator company that needed to fix or replace them. In this...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-05-2015, 07:24 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 54,756
Posted By dengraham
Hi Two-Niner, Good to hear from you. We will...

Hi Two-Niner,
Good to hear from you. We will miss GNR this year as we are going on the Winnebago Adventure Tours Alaska Caravan. Winnebago's official position is it the vendor's responsibility,...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-05-2015, 11:06 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 54,756
Posted By dengraham
They would if they could but the Power Gear...

They would if they could but the Power Gear requires the hole (for the box) to be 1/2 inch larger. This would be hard to retrofit because of all the seals and molding and paint.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-04-2015, 04:46 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 54,756
Posted By dengraham
Bev& Keith, Please be assured the Schwintek...

Bev& Keith, Please be assured the Schwintek slide mechanism and the new PowerGear slide mechanism are, indeed, two different systems. They are both "in slide" mechanisms but are very much...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-01-2015, 05:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,869
Posted By dengraham
Yes Bruce, You should clean them every...

Yes Bruce,


You should clean them every six months. I think there are nine of them. Here is a photo of the before and after:

...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-31-2015, 10:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,530
Posted By dengraham
Cloudrnnr, If you really wan to improve the...

Cloudrnnr,
If you really wan to improve the ride, the feel, how smooth, and tight. You need the following:
What is a REK-206 Kit?
I never heard of it until December 2013. I quickly learned...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-31-2015, 07:15 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,219
Posted By dengraham
The grocery store is called Bull's and many...

The grocery store is called Bull's and many people stock up on Iowa pork while at GNR. Some fill their freezer. Bill's will cut them to size (like 3/4 or 1 inch) if you ask them.
Enjoy.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-30-2015, 04:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,132
Posted By dengraham
Too funny. We go to Pigeon Forge every September...

Too funny. We go to Pigeon Forge every September except this year. We are going to Alaska. See you down the road but feel free to pm with any questions.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-30-2015, 10:39 AM
Replies: 213
Views: 55,554
Posted By dengraham
Hey pmgia, What does the HepvO waterless...

Hey pmgia,
What does the HepvO waterless sanitary valve do for you?? Make it easier to winterize?? Just wondering.
>> Dennis
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-29-2015, 08:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,132
Posted By dengraham
Hey tnteacherguy, Do you ever get back to...

Hey tnteacherguy,
Do you ever get back to Tennessee? I would be glad to help you with the installation, or at least show you what you are in for. I installed all the compartment locks and remote...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-29-2015, 06:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,622
Posted By dengraham
One item that had not been mentioned is your...

One item that had not been mentioned is your surge guard transfer switch does not protect you from high or low voltage. It only protects you for a spike. You really need both.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-29-2015, 06:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,132
Posted By dengraham
Yes, you can buy the keypad and wire harness from...

Yes, you can buy the keypad and wire harness from Trimark industries. It is a simple plug and play from the keypad to controller. The controller is located to the left of the steering column...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-20-2015, 06:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,749
Posted By dengraham
Rich, You are looking at a good unit. I...

Rich,
You are looking at a good unit. I believe the EMS-HW50C comes with the remote display which means you can see what is happening all the time. I do not have it so if it starts acting up I...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-12-2015, 07:07 PM
Replies: 213
Views: 55,554
Posted By dengraham
Rick, Thanks for the update. Sorry for your...

Rick,
Thanks for the update. Sorry for your disappointment but let us know what you think of the ride with the new shoes. They are a good company. I didn't know they made them that big. Keep us...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-19-2015, 11:07 AM
Replies: 213
Views: 55,554
Posted By dengraham
Hey Jeff, That is a great idea. Any trouble...

Hey Jeff,
That is a great idea. Any trouble pulling the wires??
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-06-2015, 07:41 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 14,218
Posted By dengraham
Go to Home Depot and buy Henrys 212 roof sealer. ...

Go to Home Depot and buy Henrys 212 roof sealer. It is the same as what Winnebago uses from Canada.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-04-2015, 09:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,018
Posted By dengraham
Rick, No response? I hope they are enjoying...

Rick,
No response? I hope they are enjoying it.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-29-2015, 10:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,018
Posted By dengraham
We love ours and know you Will enjoy it. I...

We love ours and know you
Will enjoy it. I had a number of issues but all were fixed. If you run into any problems send me a pm and I can give visit you detailed response. Like everyone has...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-08-2015, 07:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,655
Posted By dengraham
Bruce, As mentioned above make sure the water...

Bruce,
As mentioned above make sure the water fill valve is turned off.
Second, I had the same problem while traveling as a soap dispenser fell into the sink and on the way hit the faucet which...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-01-2015, 09:33 AM
Replies: 213
Views: 55,554
Posted By dengraham
Rick, You are so funny. I know all those...

Rick,
You are so funny. I know all those feelings. Good to know we are all going through this old age stuff.
I received an email from another person that goofed up his TV trying to do the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-28-2015, 04:31 PM
Replies: 213
Views: 55,554
Posted By dengraham
Thanks Rick, I didn't know it had an Ethernet...

Thanks Rick,
I didn't know it had an Ethernet connection?? I have the Samsung LN40E550. Do you have the same one?
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-28-2015, 06:44 AM
Replies: 213
Views: 55,554
Posted By dengraham
Has anyone removed the TV above the fireplace? I...

Has anyone removed the TV above the fireplace? I want to access the hdmi and usb connector on the back? Thanks.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-18-2015, 02:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,128
Posted By dengraham
Paul, Thanks for the update. I have also been...

Paul,
Thanks for the update. I have also been very impressed with the folks at Precision Circuits. I would note, I believe Winnebago just starting installing these units in 2013, so some of the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-17-2015, 04:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,128
Posted By dengraham
You are the first person I have seen with a...

You are the first person I have seen with a question regarding the BIM. Keep us posted on your success. And let us know the cost too.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-22-2014, 08:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,675
Posted By dengraham
Possible Fuel Filter Problem

Ideed that is good news. Safe travels.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-22-2014, 08:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,945
Posted By dengraham
2013 Winnebago Tour dead outlets

If you are on 30 Amp
but need more the inverter will provide additional amps while you are on shore power. I think this was installed on the 2013 and newer models.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-20-2014, 04:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,945
Posted By dengraham
Check breakers under the bed.

Check breakers under the bed.
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 12-17-2014, 01:15 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 9,046
Posted By dengraham
No they currently cannot be retrofitted because...

No they currently cannot be retrofitted because the opening needs to be larger. I am sure Lippert and others are looking at some options but it would require some re-engineering. That always takes...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 12-17-2014, 11:00 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 9,046
Posted By dengraham
I confirmed with Winnebago. The 2015's are...

I confirmed with Winnebago. The 2015's are currently being built with the Power gear in-wall slides and the the HWHlevelers. The is only for the Grand Tour and Ultra Ellipse.
This was an "inline"...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 12-10-2014, 08:47 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 9,046
Posted By dengraham
Rich and Jesse, I will re-contact my source. I...

Rich and Jesse,
I will re-contact my source. I understood it was going to be an in-line change sometime in December. Maybe they are going to wait until the 2016 model?? Either way, I would wait....
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 12-10-2014, 08:45 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 9,046
Posted By dengraham
Jesse, Thank you so much for the photos. Great...

Jesse,
Thank you so much for the photos. Great job. Now I need to go count the number of rollers and find your article on setting the amps.
>> Dennis
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 12-07-2014, 07:38 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 9,046
Posted By dengraham
Jesse, I love what you have done. How in the...

Jesse,
I love what you have done. How in the world did you get in there to mount another roller??
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