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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-11-2009, 12:39 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,583
Posted By SteveG
Wayne M, I have found the following a useful...

Wayne M, I have found the following a useful description of the MH battery charging design:
Batteries (https://catrvclub.org/batteries.htm)

On my 2004 Journey the built in Dimensions...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-04-2009, 12:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,713
Posted By SteveG
Bill, everybody is different in their approach to...

Bill, everybody is different in their approach to waste storage and the mixing of it. So I am NOT trying to tell you my way is the way, just this is how I do it and why. I added the mixing valve...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-30-2009, 05:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,713
Posted By SteveG
Answering your question, "If so, is there a way...

Answering your question, "If so, is there a way to pump gray water into the black tank?:confused: " can be found at this URL....
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-29-2009, 07:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,925
Posted By SteveG
To remove the TV you need to remove the thin...

To remove the TV you need to remove the thin plywood cover that is located under the TV support shelf. Loosen the strap bolts. I have to admit when I did that I thought am I going to be able to get...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-09-2009, 06:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,474
Posted By SteveG
John, I am not familiar with your setup. ...

John, I am not familiar with your setup. Hopefully someone else will be able to assist you. I am guessing there is no manual? Have you tried searching on the net for your panel, name specific? ...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-08-2009, 08:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,474
Posted By SteveG
John, using 110VAC which is probably 15 or 20...

John, using 110VAC which is probably 15 or 20 amps is OK to charge the refrigerator. If you have a Powere line panel remember to set it the 20 amp maximum.

To understand your question it would...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-08-2009, 08:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,486
Posted By SteveG
I know this sounds obvious but remove the 10 or...

I know this sounds obvious but remove the 10 or 12 screws holding the metal trim plate the hatch door fastens to so it will be out of the way. The installation will be easier and you'll be able to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-05-2009, 09:22 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 19,894
Posted By SteveG
Thanks a lot for the helpful drawing. I have...

Thanks a lot for the helpful drawing. I have tried to darken your drawing a little so it would be easier to read and make a better print out. See below.

I would also like to comment that my 2004...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-02-2009, 03:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,044
Posted By SteveG
Mark, Duner provided a link to a pdf file that...

Mark, Duner provided a link to a pdf file that shows how he removed his basement AC unit. Pretty helpful.
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-27-2009, 01:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 19,894
Posted By SteveG
RCtime, yes, I covered mine. Not much power comes...

RCtime, yes, I covered mine. Not much power comes from that small panel but why take any risk when it is so simple to do. I also hit the disconnect switch, wrapped each lead end that was left...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-26-2009, 02:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 19,894
Posted By SteveG
RCtime, I had my cables made up at the Intersate...

RCtime, I had my cables made up at the Intersate Battery dealer. I took a sample of the size which included the lug size. I did that because I had a length problem. I haven't shoped for them in an...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-26-2009, 12:27 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 19,894
Posted By SteveG
Here is a photo of our three battery bank from...

Here is a photo of our three battery bank from our 2004 36G Journey

https://www.irv2.com/attachments/photopost/data/2/medium/07-02-07_0856.jpg
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-26-2009, 08:36 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 19,894
Posted By SteveG
Skigramp, you said "If you switch back to three...

Skigramp, you said "If you switch back to three 12 volt batteries in parallel make sure that you hook them up correctly to cut down the internal resistance of the three battery bank."

I would...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-24-2009, 08:12 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 19,894
Posted By SteveG
I have not opted for the 6 volt series setup for...

I have not opted for the 6 volt series setup for the same reason you are considering. I do almost no boondocking and have power available to keep my three deep cycle batteries charged when stored...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-10-2009, 01:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,554
Posted By SteveG
Jeff, thanks! I found it in both my owners...

Jeff, thanks! I found it in both my owners manuals: The original WIN=12X20B3RT dated September 2003 on the Specifications page 6 and WIN12X20B3R1T, dated January 2007 on the specifications page 4. ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-09-2009, 07:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,554
Posted By SteveG
When the battery voltage reaches a certain...

When the battery voltage reaches a certain threshold an error message will be displayed: Inverter Low Batt Batt xx.x volts.

Then next: Inverter off - Low Battery.

I was not able to find the...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-26-2009, 04:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,196
Posted By SteveG
On my 2004 Journey CAT C7 I only have a single...

On my 2004 Journey CAT C7 I only have a single water seperator/fuel filter. Since there is no way for me to re-prime the filter I have to change it by filling the filter. CAT, of course, says to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-26-2009, 03:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,127
Posted By SteveG
Do you have a Dimensions charger and if so did...

Do you have a Dimensions charger and if so did you have to change the charge settings? I looked at the Dimesnions manual and saw nothing specific to 6 volt battereis. But did find a paper written...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-19-2009, 06:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 12,840
Posted By SteveG
Ace Clark, about the only thing I can do is try...

Ace Clark, about the only thing I can do is try to give you some trouble shooting ideas. Schematics would be helpful and I am assuming you do not have them. And maybe someone who has your rig will...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-05-2009, 06:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,171
Posted By SteveG
I spoke to a Cummings mechanic at a rally in...

I spoke to a Cummings mechanic at a rally in Perry GA regarding our 2004 Journey generator belt replacement last year and he said unless I knew I was going boon docking he would let it ride. Also...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-27-2009, 01:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 12,840
Posted By SteveG
While trying to find the water pump circuit...

While trying to find the water pump circuit breaker or fuse on our Journey 2004 36G I got a good lesson on how to read the Winnebago wiring diagrams.

I checked the hot lead at the pump and there...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-26-2009, 07:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 12,840
Posted By SteveG
Thanks for the replies. I'll go out to the MH...

Thanks for the replies. I'll go out to the MH tomorrow and take another look. I called my self looking once but did not see it. The location there makes sense. SteveG
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-26-2009, 01:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 12,840
Posted By SteveG
Water Pump fuse or circuit breaker location

I am looking for the location of our 2004 Journey 36G water pump fuse or circuit breaker. I went looking for it yesterday and found nothing marked Water Pump. I read the schematics for our 2004...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-16-2009, 06:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,930
Posted By SteveG
Ed.O I don't have enough "Air" experience to...

Ed.O I don't have enough "Air" experience to assist you but I have found FreightLiner helpful for these types of concerns. 800-385-4357. It would be interesting to hear what you find out. SteveG
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-10-2009, 12:24 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,906
Posted By SteveG
Is this the Stone Guard on our 2004 36G Journey...

Is this the Stone Guard on our 2004 36G Journey in the photo below mounted between the tires and the end of the propane tank (has three oblong holes)? If so, the mounting connection looks solid. If...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-07-2009, 03:57 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,906
Posted By SteveG
Suncircles, thanks for the photo. Looks like you...

Suncircles, thanks for the photo. Looks like you solved the problem.

Does anyone have a photo of the factory installed bracket? Thanks, SteveG
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-02-2009, 12:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,602
Posted By SteveG
Sorry to hear about your battery problems. I also...

Sorry to hear about your battery problems. I also have Interstate batteries model SPM 29M for the house batteries and model 31-MHD for the chassis. I am no battery expert but my initial response to...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-02-2009, 11:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,331
Posted By SteveG
Wagonmaster2, I am using a used Endless Breeze...

Wagonmaster2, I am using a used Endless Breeze fan donated to me by the Fantastic Fan company to see if it would help my situation. There is an existing post where I discuss the problem but I have...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-02-2009, 11:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,837
Posted By SteveG
Because I have not previously encountered a VDC...

Because I have not previously encountered a VDC (Vehicle Data Computer) nor have I had any gauge issues I got curious and called FreightLiner. Our 2004 Journey 36G was produced December 2003 and...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-01-2009, 11:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,331
Posted By SteveG
I have been studying this hole as a two way...

I have been studying this hole as a two way ventilation access. When the AC unit is cooling it is sucking in warm moist outside air through this access. Sort of like leaving a window open. But...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-06-2009, 03:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,488
Posted By SteveG
In mid Florida we have a dedicated business that...

In mid Florida we have a dedicated business that RV Glass subcontracts glass repair. The company is D & K enterprises located in Clearwater 727-442-2767. I know he works Florida's east coast to...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-05-2009, 04:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,488
Posted By SteveG
When our windshield was replaced on our 2004...

When our windshield was replaced on our 2004 Journey 36G I made some photos of the replacement work as it was performed which can be found in my previous post HERE...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-23-2008, 01:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,854
Posted By SteveG
I wrote the following e-mail to the Dynamat...

I wrote the following e-mail to the Dynamat company:
I have a Motor Home that has an electrical compartment which houses an inverter/charger, Allison transmission ECU, and a power surge guard. The...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-18-2008, 05:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,854
Posted By SteveG
Randy, I’ve mixed feelings about my “projects”...

Randy, I’ve mixed feelings about my “projects” list. It’s definitely kind of a hobby rebuilding the parts that they didn’t, so I enjoy it in some ways, but in other ways it would have been nice if...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-17-2008, 05:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,854
Posted By SteveG
Randy, thanks for the information. I agree with...

Randy, thanks for the information. I agree with you about the heat. I think in the long term it will do in the equipment. Unfortunately I have zero experience in heat shield work. But it makes...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-16-2008, 11:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,854
Posted By SteveG
Harry, thanks so much for the information. ...

Harry, thanks so much for the information. Smlranger also suggested a fan mounted in the electrical compartment. And Randy said adding a heat shield worked very well for him. So I went to the MH...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-15-2008, 02:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,854
Posted By SteveG
Wagonmaster2, So far I have only had engine odor...

Wagonmaster2, So far I have only had engine odor one time and that was connected to FreightLiner's muffler exhaust line joint slippage recall. FL shoved the exhaust line joint back in place and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-15-2008, 12:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,854
Posted By SteveG
Thanks Randy. Yes, I agree about the BIG heat...

Thanks Randy. Yes, I agree about the BIG heat coming from the muffler which sits just behind the electrical compartment. I had not thought of trying to add a heat shield. I'll have to look under and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-15-2008, 07:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,854
Posted By SteveG
Yes, that is an idea I have thought of. Not sure...

Yes, that is an idea I have thought of. Not sure if I can install a fan in that space and keep electrical compartment dry. Also, wall space is a premium. See photo below. I probably need to go back...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-15-2008, 06:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,854
Posted By SteveG
I am hoping that someone with ventilation...

I am hoping that someone with ventilation experience will be able to comment on my proposed ventilation plan. The more I think about the possible solutions the more variables seem to play.

Like...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-15-2008, 06:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,854
Posted By SteveG
I am hoping that someone with ventilation...

I am hoping that someone with ventilation experience will be able to comment on my proposed ventilation plan. The more I think about the possible solutions the more variables seem to play.

Like...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 11-24-2008, 01:46 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,201
Posted By SteveG
Norton, the side view photo makes this LCD...

Norton, the side view photo makes this LCD installation even more impressive. Thanks for the photos.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 11-21-2008, 11:44 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,201
Posted By SteveG
Very nice job! I can not picture where the vent...

Very nice job! I can not picture where the vent is. Is that behind the TV?


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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-20-2008, 05:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,310
Posted By SteveG
Photo below shows our hardwired installation. I...

Photo below shows our hardwired installation. I have not yet traced the circuits but I am thinking that a by-pass switch would not help me much. I think the legs serve different purposes. I'll have...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-14-2008, 03:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,098
Posted By SteveG
Hm.. wonder what happens when it rains? We've...

Hm.. wonder what happens when it rains? We've all been out when it rains sideways. Luckily my original is still good https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/laugh.gif Yeah, I know I am just asking for the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-11-2008, 12:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,364
Posted By SteveG
Hm... Dennis, are you saying that the 30 amp...

Hm... Dennis, are you saying that the 30 amp breaker that is located on the face of the Dimensions unit opened? And that neither the main or microwave circuit breaker on the Inverter Breaker Panel...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-11-2008, 10:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,366
Posted By SteveG
Fix was easy with expanding foam. Thanks Tom for...

Fix was easy with expanding foam. Thanks Tom for the idea. I reinserted the existing foam piece and on the inside I wedged it in place with a wood block so the foam would be forced to expand to the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-10-2008, 02:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,366
Posted By SteveG
I took a closer look this afternoon. The...

I took a closer look this afternoon. The undesired opening into the interior space from the rear service bay is built into the design/manufacturing by Winnebago. The bed has not moved; it is rock...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-10-2008, 05:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,366
Posted By SteveG
We went camping this weekend and on our 2004,...

We went camping this weekend and on our 2004, Journey 36G the bedroom can be kept very dark during daylight hours. I noticed that there was light coming through a crack located where the headboard...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-10-2008, 05:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,366
Posted By SteveG
We went camping this weekend and on our 2004,...

We went camping this weekend and on our 2004, Journey 36G the bedroom can be kept very dark during daylight hours. I noticed that there was light coming through a crack located where the headboard...
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