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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-06-2012, 11:09 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,232
Posted By SargeW
On mu 2010 Journey that fixture had been replaced...

On mu 2010 Journey that fixture had been replaced with the JC-10 Hallogen bulb that is throughout the rest of the coach. No heat issues, but they do burn out regularly....
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-30-2012, 11:23 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,232
Posted By SargeW
Good info Jeff, thanks!!

Good info Jeff, thanks!!
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-16-2011, 09:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,175
Posted By SargeW
My experience with our 2010 34Y has been very ...

My experience with our 2010 34Y has been very positive. I have driven it over 20K miles in almost 18 months. We have not experienced any driveability issues with the 35' length and have driven in...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-15-2011, 09:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,362
Posted By SargeW
Yeah, I understand the difference between black...

Yeah, I understand the difference between black and white. The percentage of dark to white in relation to the amount of glazing on the vehicle is not an issue. The dark paint is on the panels that...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-14-2011, 10:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,362
Posted By SargeW
It's all opinion. I have owned a white TT, a...

It's all opinion. I have owned a white TT, a white 5ver, a grn MH and a Brown and white MH. The colors never made much of a difference one way or the other. I found much more of a difference in...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 09-03-2011, 09:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,993
Posted By SargeW
Looks great Scott! Just a word of advice. Find...

Looks great Scott! Just a word of advice. Find yourself a scale and get weighed. Be particularly concerned with the weight on the rears. You really want to keep enough air in the tires back there to...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 08-26-2011, 09:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,504
Posted By SargeW
Well often the only folks that post are having...

Well often the only folks that post are having problems. You don't hear from the thousands that go through life without an issue, like me. I have had Norcold 2 door and now a 4 door model and it...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 02-11-2011, 10:58 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,967
Posted By SargeW
The pumps used to have a 3 year warranty. They...

The pumps used to have a 3 year warranty. They may have shortened it after they have replaced so many under Warranty.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 02-10-2011, 09:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,967
Posted By SargeW
Shurflo has a rebuild kit for the 5.7 pump. It's...

Shurflo has a rebuild kit for the 5.7 pump. It's not that expensive, but since most of the pumps fail within the 3 year warranty period, just getting a new one makes more sense.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 02-10-2011, 06:25 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,967
Posted By SargeW
Sounds goofy to me Jeff. I have a 2.8 gpm in the...

Sounds goofy to me Jeff. I have a 2.8 gpm in the new Journey. I added a small surge tank to the line and it settled the surge down quite a bit. I still have an old 5.7 on the work bench.....
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-26-2010, 05:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,291
Posted By SargeW
That is exactly the type of problem that low...

That is exactly the type of problem that low voltage will cause. He got out lucky, there may have been a damaged compressor as well. That's why a Surge suppressor with a low voltage cut out is worth...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-17-2008, 01:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 10,207
Posted By SargeW
I would highly recommend AGAINST maintenance free...

I would highly recommend AGAINST maintenance free starting batteries (wet cell). I had two sealed wet cell starting batteries when my coach was new. Unfortunately the big down side with sealed wet...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-14-2008, 02:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,217
Posted By SargeW
DOH!!!! https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/eek5.gif...

DOH!!!! https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/eek5.gif https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/nono.gif
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-07-2008, 04:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,427
Posted By SargeW
There is no real magic to the 6V/12V comparison....

There is no real magic to the 6V/12V comparison. The 6V have fewer cell compartments, so it is easier to make the plates thicker. Thicker plates with more surface area to be exposed to the electrical...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-06-2008, 06:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,920
Posted By SargeW
Remember that a satelite feed is different from a...

Remember that a satelite feed is different from a cable or air feed wire. The satelite has to send signals both directions in the wire in order to work. Therefore the satelite needs to be attached at...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-06-2008, 06:13 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,427
Posted By SargeW
Understandable. However, I constantly "tinker"...

Understandable. However, I constantly "tinker" with everything, so to me it's not a hassle. I usually will find little things that need attention by regular poking and prodding. And as a full timer...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-06-2008, 06:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,944
Posted By SargeW
Well, I'm not the expert on air systems, just...

Well, I'm not the expert on air systems, just relaying what Mike (the instructor) told us at Freightliner. I tend to believe him.

I thought the same thing Wagonmaster. Actually I "assumed" that...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-05-2008, 02:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,920
Posted By SargeW
I have a hook up for a remote dish in my...

I have a hook up for a remote dish in my electrical bay. Could it be for that connection? I use mine regularly and have installed an "A-B" switch in my overhead compartment to avoid having to...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-05-2008, 02:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,944
Posted By SargeW
I have just finished a "Camp Freightliner" class...

I have just finished a "Camp Freightliner" class in Gaffney where I learned an interesting tid bit of information. The two air pressure gauges we have in the dash panel have different functions. The...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-05-2008, 01:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,427
Posted By SargeW
I disagree that AGM is the way to go. Easier,...

I disagree that AGM is the way to go. Easier, sure. But more sensitive to charging than wet cell batteries. I will be changing soon, most likely to 6 volt golf cart batteries. These batteries are...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 10-31-2008, 03:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,972
Posted By SargeW
Weather bands are broadcasted continuously by...

Weather bands are broadcasted continuously by stations around the country on various different channels. Usually by scanning the WB channels, the strongest will lock on. If you are getting no signal,...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-31-2008, 03:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,850
Posted By SargeW
BBBEEBOP, I had a battery explode when my...

BBBEEBOP,

I had a battery explode when my rig was about 4 months old. Mine exploded in the middle of the night, while I was asleep. The noise was deafening. I found that a chassis battery had...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-30-2008, 06:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,475
Posted By SargeW
My cap is tight Jeff. as a matter of fact, the...

My cap is tight Jeff. as a matter of fact, the cap is also a dip stick for the fluid level. Are you raising the entry step to get to the top of the tank? I had problems with leaks when mine was new...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-26-2008, 04:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,203
Posted By SargeW
Only if you have a Trik-L-Charger or something of...

Only if you have a Trik-L-Charger or something of the like already installed. I have a 2006 Meridian and Winnie started installing them in 06' from the factory. Before that you had to install one...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-02-2008, 05:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,812
Posted By SargeW
Hey Jeff, One thing that helps my dash air...

Hey Jeff,

One thing that helps my dash air do a better job is when it is really hot, 90+ I use the window defroster fans pointed backwards towards the DW and I set on low. It really helps to...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-01-2008, 06:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,812
Posted By SargeW
Nice work Gary! Got your rubber ducky on the dash...

Nice work Gary! Got your rubber ducky on the dash too? https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/jestera.gif https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/jestera.gif

Sarge
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-21-2008, 05:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,680
Posted By SargeW
Hi Ron, There has been much discussion on...

Hi Ron,

There has been much discussion on this issue on the forums. If you do a search here and in the MH forum you will probably get lots of info. In a nutshell, it is often a lack of sufficient...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 09-21-2008, 04:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,437
Posted By SargeW
The proper venting would be having a vent in the...

The proper venting would be having a vent in the roof, not the side of the slide. However, I don't think that is possible. It would be like taking your fireplace chimmney and capping the top, then...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 09-06-2008, 04:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,918
Posted By SargeW
Norm, I have been using a six inch drop receiver...

Norm, I have been using a six inch drop receiver inverted for over two years without issue. As a matter of fact, I also use a surge brake system that allows the blue ox tow bar to slide back and...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-30-2008, 12:49 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 12,191
Posted By SargeW
Norm is right. Im not an engine builder but if...

Norm is right. Im not an engine builder but if something like a turbo grenades, there IS a reason for it. Kinda goes to show you though, even a reputable company like Cummins will stick their heads...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-27-2008, 09:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,208
Posted By SargeW
The documentation on my 3000 indicates that the...

The documentation on my 3000 indicates that the Mode button was good for rolling terrian when staying in a higher gear longer is beneficial, instead of downshifting at a slight incline. It is not...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-26-2008, 06:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,208
Posted By SargeW
In the couple of months that we have been full...

In the couple of months that we have been full timing I have pretty consistently set the cruise at 60-62 MPH. I am averaging about 8.5 to 9.5 MPG pulling our 5K Jeep Unlimited. I have found that by...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-15-2008, 03:44 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,799
Posted By SargeW
You are absolutely right Paul. And I usually do....

You are absolutely right Paul. And I usually do. I just let my guard down a little because of being at the factory. I guess I figured the quality control would be automatic. Well, live and...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-15-2008, 05:14 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,799
Posted By SargeW
I hope yours was finished off better than mine! ...

I hope yours was finished off better than mine! The glass was put in timely, and the windshield itself looks good. However, after leaving and driving off towards the Interstate when I got up to...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-05-2008, 03:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,799
Posted By SargeW
Wow bebop, actually catching and getting the guy...

Wow bebop, actually catching and getting the guy to pay for it was amazing.

Thanks Gary, but it's not even a good story! I never even heard the rock strike. We were on a strech of I70 that was...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-04-2008, 05:28 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,799
Posted By SargeW
Actually I called a repair guy from a national...

Actually I called a repair guy from a national chain. He had a shop nearby in Sioux Falls SD. I explained the crack and he said that he could fix it, but because it was started from the edge of the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-04-2008, 04:33 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,799
Posted By SargeW
Wow, that just seems like a heck of a lot of...

Wow, that just seems like a heck of a lot of money for glass. Guess I'm just old school. I thought of paying for it myself, figuring that it would be about $500. Boy was I off..........
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-04-2008, 11:18 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,799
Posted By SargeW
Wow, that should make me feel better, but somehow...

Wow, that should make me feel better, but somehow it just doesn't.....................
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-04-2008, 10:02 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,799
Posted By SargeW
I just talked to Winnie in Forest City about...

I just talked to Winnie in Forest City about replacing the drivers side of my windshield on my Meridian. I caught a stone on the I70 in SD and it quickly turned into a 10" crack that started on the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-04-2008, 10:02 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,799
Posted By SargeW
I just talked to Winnie in Forest City about...

I just talked to Winnie in Forest City about replacing the drivers side of my windshield on my Meridian. I caught a stone on the I70 in SD and it quickly turned into a 10" crack that started on the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-01-2008, 01:06 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 30,780
Posted By SargeW
Wow Bill, awesome post! I wish we could bookmark...

Wow Bill, awesome post! I wish we could bookmark posts for later use here on the site. Your info is invaluable.

Great job https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/2thumbsup.gif

Sarge
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-28-2008, 12:57 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,425
Posted By SargeW
I tried a small liquid pump that you spin with a...

I tried a small liquid pump that you spin with a drill motor to pump from the grey via sewer cap with a hose bib attachment on it. I tried pumping into the black tank via the clean out connection. It...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-27-2008, 08:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,425
Posted By SargeW
We too fill our grey tank way faster than the...

We too fill our grey tank way faster than the Black. And the black is a bigger tank https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/rolleyea.gif

My dream solution would be if Winnie supplied a diverter in the drain...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-27-2008, 03:07 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 10,421
Posted By SargeW
https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/laugh.gif...

https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/laugh.gif https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/sign0142.gif
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-26-2008, 06:42 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 10,421
Posted By SargeW
See, there's the difference right there.... In...

See, there's the difference right there.... In So. Cal. you can't get air in your tires without paying for it first..... https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/nono.gif

Sarge
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-24-2008, 07:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,252
Posted By SargeW
Thanks Sammie, I just finished replacing the...

Thanks Sammie, I just finished replacing the entire unit. I also added a new adjustable water pressure regulator from Valterra. I got it at Camping World for $49. It adjusts pressure from 10 to 80...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-24-2008, 04:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,252
Posted By SargeW
Thanks everyone, on mine I couldn't get the...

Thanks everyone, on mine I couldn't get the valves to budge. do you take the water line off from the rear first to remove the assembly from the mounting plate?
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-23-2008, 05:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,252
Posted By SargeW
The cold valve on my outside shower is leaking...

The cold valve on my outside shower is leaking and wont shut off. I took apart the top of the valve, but I couldn't get the valves out. Do they come out the front of the faucet??
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-23-2008, 05:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,252
Posted By SargeW
The cold valve on my outside shower is leaking...

The cold valve on my outside shower is leaking and wont shut off. I took apart the top of the valve, but I couldn't get the valves out. Do they come out the front of the faucet??
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-25-2008, 07:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,363
Posted By SargeW
The debris that those duals kick up is amazing. I...

The debris that those duals kick up is amazing. I have mud flaps on the duals and the large flap across the back end. The location of the large mud flap on the back can also make a difference. When...
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