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Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-18-2014, 07:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,155
Posted By jlfbatonrg
I think the true RV Queen is 60x75. Our coach has...

I think the true RV Queen is 60x75. Our coach has a house queen, and many we've also have the house queen. Its size is 60x80. a quick measurement will tell you which you have.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-10-2013, 07:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,303
Posted By jlfbatonrg
The transmission downshift is part of the exhaust...

The transmission downshift is part of the exhaust brake function. The exhaust brake causes back pressure in the engine exhaust system that retards the speed of the coach. It works best when the...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-11-2013, 09:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,392
Posted By jlfbatonrg
Ron, It may be easier to remove the...

Ron,

It may be easier to remove the toilet, usually 2 bolts that hold it to the floor and the water line. That way you can set it on a bench, and get to everything.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-09-2013, 08:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,135
Posted By jlfbatonrg
Fantastic job. I'm really impressed.

Fantastic job. I'm really impressed.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 04-20-2013, 07:43 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 11,866
Posted By jlfbatonrg
Kazoo Bob, I think the Toyo exact...

Kazoo Bob,

I think the Toyo exact replacement for you Michelin 235/80R/22.5 is the Toyo M154 245/75R/22.5 If you check the tire rotations per mile and the load specs etc. you will be able to...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 04-20-2013, 07:15 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 11,866
Posted By jlfbatonrg
Toyo makes excellent tires specific for RVs. I...

Toyo makes excellent tires specific for RVs. I replaced our Michelins with Toyos, saved a bundle of money and have better ride quality than we had with the Michelins. But the ral consideration is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-02-2013, 09:28 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,729
Posted By jlfbatonrg
Colorado Kay, First, I would like to...

Colorado Kay,

First, I would like to counter some of the information you were given about the Amish cooling unit and the Norcold doors costs. We purchased and had the Amish unit shipped to our...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-31-2013, 07:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,729
Posted By jlfbatonrg
Colorado Kay, We replaced our Norcold 1200...

Colorado Kay,

We replaced our Norcold 1200 cooling unit with an Amish cooling unit. We researched the residential vs Amish unit at great length, and for our coach, the amount of modifications...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-20-2013, 09:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,371
Posted By jlfbatonrg
sdennislee, You're right about the step...

sdennislee,

You're right about the step issue. Fortunately for us, the wife had an old well made step stool that was her fathers. It must be 50 years old anyway. So much better than some you can...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-19-2013, 08:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,371
Posted By jlfbatonrg
Not something I like to do, but at a friend's...

Not something I like to do, but at a friend's private lake, we had to jack the front tires 5 inches off the ground to get level. We had no problems. We use manual levelers and have never had or heard...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-29-2012, 04:38 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,474
Posted By jlfbatonrg
Either optionwould helpl greatly in assisting the...

Either optionwould helpl greatly in assisting the poster.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-21-2012, 09:10 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,969
Posted By jlfbatonrg
cCngrats on your coach. I'm sure you'll enjoy it....

cCngrats on your coach. I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Another source for leaks that is often overlooked is the clearance lights, I don't know how many times I've found that to be the problem.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-23-2012, 07:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,900
Posted By jlfbatonrg
Our inverter has a separate switch to turn it on...

Our inverter has a separate switch to turn it on or off. We leave ours off all the time unless we want to run something while going down the road. I think the invereter should only work when you...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 06-24-2012, 08:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,459
Posted By jlfbatonrg
I don't think there should be much if any...

I don't think there should be much if any difference between electric and propane. We don't see any. It would be a good idea to check your propane burner and make sure it doesn't have some dirt on...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-15-2012, 06:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,558
Posted By jlfbatonrg
There is a thermal switch on the top of the unit...

There is a thermal switch on the top of the unit that controls the fans. It is designed to come on when the air temperature around the unit reaches ~130 degrees. It shuts the fans off when the temp...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-23-2012, 08:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,831
Posted By jlfbatonrg
If your coach is like many, it has an energy...

If your coach is like many, it has an energy management system (ems) that should switch to generator as soon as the generator comes up to speed. But the safe way is to just unplug from shore power.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 04-29-2012, 07:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,441
Posted By jlfbatonrg
Your RV refrigerator doesn't use Freon. It is an...

Your RV refrigerator doesn't use Freon. It is an absortion unit that uses a combination of chemicals including Ammonia that cools by absorbing heat from the cooling fins inside the refrigerator....
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-16-2012, 08:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,951
Posted By jlfbatonrg
We dealt with the same issue about a year ago. ...

We dealt with the same issue about a year ago.

But first a response to an earlier comment. IMHO fuel costs don't factor into the decision about new versus used diesels. Either will cost about...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-25-2012, 08:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,454
Posted By jlfbatonrg
I have not done it, but have seen a coach where...

I have not done it, but have seen a coach where it was done. The owner removed the frame and went to an auto glass shop. He said they cut a piece of safety glass to fit and he reinstalled the window...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-15-2012, 06:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,521
Posted By jlfbatonrg
We installed a simulated wood vinyl flooring in...

We installed a simulated wood vinyl flooring in our coach. Looks great, feels, great, and cleans up great. You can view it at Stines or home depot if you'd like. I have attached a PIC for review. One...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-24-2012, 08:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,836
Posted By jlfbatonrg
I use Nu-Finish Wax on our 2003 Expedition. Have...

I use Nu-Finish Wax on our 2003 Expedition. Have been using it since we purchased it. No problems at all with the finish. The reason I chose Nu-Finish is I had used it on our other 3 coaches, and it...
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