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Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 05-31-2023, 04:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,544
Posted By Petro
Steve; Congratulations on the birth of your...

Steve;

Congratulations on the birth of your granddaughter. We had 7 grand kids and when they were old enough to enjoy camping I got permission from their parents to take them camping. I made out a...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 02-24-2021, 05:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,036
Posted By Petro
imnprsd; I ran a truck stop for 42 years...

imnprsd;

I ran a truck stop for 42 years before I retired. I filled lots of RV LP gas tanks in that time frame. I will answer a couple of questions you asked that I did not see that you got...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-20-2020, 06:41 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,343
Posted By Petro
I am not sure how your inverter is supplying...

I am not sure how your inverter is supplying power to your 120V outlets but on my Horizon the inverter powered all our outlets. All power to our outlets were supplied from our main breaker box to the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-13-2019, 05:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,378
Posted By Petro
The Winnebago Vectra and Itasca Horizon are...

The Winnebago Vectra and Itasca Horizon are sisters, We have been very happy with our 05 Horizon I am sure you will love your Vectra assuming it has been well maintained.

Don
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 02-13-2019, 05:39 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,920
Posted By Petro
I agree with DGundy. I have had a 760 for 5 years...

I agree with DGundy. I have had a 760 for 5 years and I am very happy with it. The 770 is the replacement for the 760. The LMT stands for Lifetime Membership updates. The T stands for Traffic. There...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-28-2018, 06:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 20,954
Posted By Petro
Tommymsw; I have owned 4 Onan gasoline ...

Tommymsw;

I have owned 4 Onan gasoline generators and now a Onan Quiet Diesel Generator. My experience tells me that in principal all 5 have operated the same. I feel VI Romers is correct that...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-14-2018, 07:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,616
Posted By Petro
We had the Winnebago shop at FC remove the old...

We had the Winnebago shop at FC remove the old picture tube TV and the hump that housed it.. They installed a Vizio TV that the surround system plugged into. Vizio is the only TV that I am aware of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-16-2018, 05:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,570
Posted By Petro
We have a 2005 Itasca Horizon. We have an...

We have a 2005 Itasca Horizon. We have an attached garage for the coach. We leave it plugged in 24/7 12 months of the year except when we are traveling. We have group 31 Interstate batteries that are...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-25-2017, 04:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,557
Posted By Petro
I have a rear furnace with a separate thermostat...

I have a rear furnace with a separate thermostat in the bedroom also. I hand the same thing happen in late fall. I entered the bedroom and the furnace was running. I found the setting was down to...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-22-2017, 03:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,547
Posted By Petro
Mine do that once in a while. I take a cotton...

Mine do that once in a while. I take a cotton ball soaked in alcohol or an alcohol pad and clean the 2 contacts on both the door and door post and it works ok again for awhile. Hope this trick works...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-04-2017, 08:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,344
Posted By Petro
I believe Winnebago uses CDI for all their full...

I believe Winnebago uses CDI for all their full body paint jobs. It least I have seen lots of new Winnebago coaches around in their shop when I have been there.

Don
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 06-28-2017, 10:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,233
Posted By Petro
I believe that 9 PM EDT should be 6 PM PDT. I...

I believe that 9 PM EDT should be 6 PM PDT. I can't tell you if the chat started on time or not. I had a meeting and came on late. At 9:45 EDT there were 4 of us on the chat.

Don
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 06-27-2017, 04:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,233
Posted By Petro
Arrow Winnebago Chat Tonight 6/27 9 PM EDT

This is a reminder to our chat participants or those who would like to give it a try. :thumb: We hope you can join in tonight. We will be looking for you. :cool:

If you have never tried the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-18-2017, 05:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,907
Posted By Petro
Ralph; Pusherman is correct. About 3 years...

Ralph;

Pusherman is correct. About 3 years ago my odometer dropped 52189 miles. I called Freightliner and they toled me I can get the true engine miles off my MMDC which I did. They told me it...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-10-2017, 08:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,547
Posted By Petro
My coach is a sister to yours. My key pad quits...

My coach is a sister to yours. My key pad quits working about every 2 years. I remove the keypad and unplug the connection behind it. I use a spray electronic parts cleaner on both ends of the plug....
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 06-10-2017, 07:52 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,538
Posted By Petro
Our Horizon came from the factory with a...

Our Horizon came from the factory with a microwave/convection oven, 3 burner gas counter top stove and a oven under the stove top. MY DW does not use it a lot. She prefers the microwave/convection.
...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 06-02-2017, 10:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,925
Posted By Petro
cruizerED; Have you discussed this with...

cruizerED;

Have you discussed this with Winnebago Customer Relations? There is an old saying "You will catch more bees with honey than with vinegar"

A well written letter to Winnebago Customer...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-18-2017, 04:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,979
Posted By Petro
I just replaced our slide toppers last July at...

I just replaced our slide toppers last July at GNR. They were 11 years old. I was starting to see daylight in the stitching.

Don
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-10-2017, 08:32 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,424
Posted By Petro
Bev and I purchased our used Horizon from them in...

Bev and I purchased our used Horizon from them in 2011. There were some issues at first but Ron and I were able to work through them to the satisfaction of both of us.

As others have said their...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-01-2017, 05:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,351
Posted By Petro
Bill; Sorry I can't help you but...

Bill;

Sorry I can't help you but hopefully someone with that experience will weigh in.

Don
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-23-2017, 07:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,676
Posted By Petro
I had the same problem in my Horizon. The tank...

I had the same problem in my Horizon. The tank fill valve was faulty and needed to be replaced. When not on city water my pump cycled on and off every now and again.

Don
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-21-2017, 04:33 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,101
Posted By Petro
Who told you HWH Pumps and motors are no longer...

Who told you HWH Pumps and motors are no longer manufactured? I have a hard time believing that. I have been to their plant several times at Moscow, IA. They are alive and well. If you heard that...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-19-2017, 02:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,101
Posted By Petro
I had something similar happen. It turned out to...

I had something similar happen. It turned out to be a failed motor. You can check that with a 12V tester. If there is power to the main post on the pump motor when you hit the switch to move a slide...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-08-2017, 07:01 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 14,300
Posted By Petro
Sorry to read about the problems a few on this...

Sorry to read about the problems a few on this thread have had. I am on my third Winnebago Motor Home and I have had very few problems. I am a Happy Camper and would not be afraid to purchase another...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-25-2017, 10:25 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,849
Posted By Petro
I sat in a meeting where the new CEO Michael...

I sat in a meeting where the new CEO Michael Happe spoke at GNR last July. He talked about his goals of making sure WGO remained financially strong. He also said WGO needed to make sure their stock...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-29-2017, 11:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,043
Posted By Petro
I had all 3 of my slide toppers replaced by...

I had all 3 of my slide toppers replaced by Winnebago last July while at GNR. I am at the age I can't do those things anymore. Winnebago did a great job for me.

Don
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-27-2017, 12:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,812
Posted By Petro
Have you called the Winnebago Help Number? they...

Have you called the Winnebago Help Number? they have been very helpful to me over the years. Their # is 800-537-1885 if you don't have it. Have your serial number handy. Good luck;

Don
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-08-2017, 10:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,241
Posted By Petro
I just want to agree with what Scott (FIRE UP)...

I just want to agree with what Scott (FIRE UP) said. We purchased our Horizon used in 2011. Over the past 5 1/2 years we have been very happy with our coach, Winnebago & Freightliner have been very...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-23-2016, 06:58 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,000
Posted By Petro
2005 Horizon with 65000 miles

2005 Horizon with 65000 miles
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-13-2016, 10:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,627
Posted By Petro
My Horizon had some touch up bottles of paint in...

My Horizon had some touch up bottles of paint in the bag that came from Winnebago. CDI is the company in Forest City that did the original paint job. I called CDI and gave them my serial no. They...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-12-2016, 08:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,701
Posted By Petro
:welcome: We are glad you joined us. Sorry I...

:welcome:
We are glad you joined us. Sorry I can't help with an answer to your question but hopefully some one will come along shortly with an answer to your question.

Don
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-11-2016, 10:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,001
Posted By Petro
Happy Birthday WJ.:thumb: You look lovely and I...

Happy Birthday WJ.:thumb: You look lovely and I think it is because of the loving care you have had all your life. I also know your home environment has been excellent. You sure don't look your age....
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-07-2016, 07:56 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,386
Posted By Petro
Scott; I had about the same thing happen...

Scott;

I had about the same thing happen on a previous 2003 Chieftain. I drilled about 6 holes on the mounting bracket and used JB weld which oozed through the holes. When I replaced the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-30-2016, 09:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,783
Posted By Petro
Sorry I can't help with your problem as all my...

Sorry I can't help with your problem as all my MHs have had jacks. I have observed several folks with out jacks use blocking to drive the low side wheels up on to the blocks. I do not know what they...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-04-2016, 04:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,242
Posted By Petro
On my rig it needs to be in reverse before the...

On my rig it needs to be in reverse before the docking lights come on. Don't forget like I did and leave the switch on as every time you put the tranny in reverse the docking lights come on.

Don
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 09-27-2016, 04:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,354
Posted By Petro
I have used the TST system for several years and...

I have used the TST system for several years and I have been very happy with it. I have been alerted to 2 tire failures in that time. They were all on the car and I would never have know about the...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-16-2016, 10:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,230
Posted By Petro
Frank; All 3 of my slide toppers collect...

Frank;

All 3 of my slide toppers collect water when it rains. When the slide moves in the water pours out the ends. It does not hurt anything. I just have to make sure my wife or anyone else is...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-09-2016, 08:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,003
Posted By Petro
The jacks will lift the front off the ground with...

The jacks will lift the front off the ground with no problem. However Winnebago & Freightliner cautioned me not to raise any of the axels off the ground with the jacks because it places the weight of...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-07-2016, 09:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,003
Posted By Petro
We had a HWH jack seal leaking a few years ago....

We had a HWH jack seal leaking a few years ago. We are about 5 hours driving distance from them so we made an appointment at the factory. If I remember correctly they replaced the jack with a rebuilt...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-25-2016, 06:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,492
Posted By Petro
WeRv4fun...

WeRv4fun (https://www.irv2.com/forums/members/werv4fun-80764.html);

My wife Bev and I are both mobility challenged. We both have handicapped permits. We just returned from Winnebago GNR. We were...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 07-20-2016, 01:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,311
Posted By Petro
Gary Sorry I did not post before. I have not...

Gary
Sorry I did not post before. I have not been able to get in the Internet the last couple of days until now. I have a Verizon Jetpack and I could not get it to work. I took it to the Verizon...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 07-16-2016, 07:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,775
Posted By Petro
Any iRV2 Members At Winnebago GNR?

I am asking if there are any more iRV2 members here at GNR? If so please post a reply in this thread listing your section, row, & site no. I would like to meet you if time permits. We are in A 5/6....
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 07-16-2016, 01:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,505
Posted By Petro
We arrived around noon on Wednesday. We are in...

We arrived around noon on Wednesday. We are in A-5/6. I am surprised at all the rigs here already.

Don
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-10-2016, 06:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,868
Posted By Petro
Scott; At first I had the same...

Scott;


At first I had the same thought as you have. But I use Pilot/Flying J often and when they changed their pump software to shut off the pump on the truck islands when the nozzle clicks...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-10-2016, 10:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,868
Posted By Petro
rogo88; I believe you have received the...

rogo88;

I believe you have received the correct info regarding your slow fill problem. The tank vents were installed on the sides and not the top. I purchased my 2005 Horizon in 2011 and the...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 06-20-2016, 11:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,505
Posted By Petro
Matt; Bev and I are getting excited to...

Matt;

Bev and I are getting excited to get to GNR also. We will be in the Wisconsin Row. We are going early on the 13th to try and get our slide toppers changed as they are showing age. WGO...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-19-2016, 10:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,826
Posted By Petro
I formerly owned a 2003 Chieftain and the shop...

I formerly owned a 2003 Chieftain and the shop that did my work had to remove the front cap. They called WGO and they were very helpful on how to go about it.

Don
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-28-2016, 07:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,565
Posted By Petro
I have reasons to sincerely believe WGO staff...

I have reasons to sincerely believe WGO staff monitor this site regularly. I also believe they are constantly working to improve their product. A well written letter to Winnebago Owner Relations is...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-27-2016, 10:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,099
Posted By Petro
There is no one from Winnebago that attends the...

There is no one from Winnebago that attends the chat. However we usually have some seasoned Winnebago Owners. Irv2 members may attend any chat so we could have non Winnebago Owners attend.

Don
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-26-2016, 06:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,099
Posted By Petro
99Adven; I am curious as to what you were...

99Adven;

I am curious as to what you were using? Laptop, Desktop, or Ipad? We had 7 people on the Winnebago chat Tuesday night and no one complained of any problems getting into the chat rooms....
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