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Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 10-25-2017, 05:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,111
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Between a 2012 Colorado and a 2016 I have towed...

Between a 2012 Colorado and a 2016 I have towed them over 30, 000 miles with no problems at all. The 2016 has a few different things to do than the '12 but they both tow very well.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-25-2017, 04:23 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,325
Posted By Chiefbvfd
We bought a new 2011 34y in 2013. We have put...

We bought a new 2011 34y in 2013. We have put 26,000 miles on it and love it as much today as we did when we bought it.
Forum: Welcome Mat 09-20-2017, 06:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 721
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Made the Jump

Made the jump from IRV2 to Winnie Owners without a hitch.......:)
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-22-2016, 07:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,371
Posted By Chiefbvfd
UPDATE: I checked the ATS this morning and there...

UPDATE: I checked the ATS this morning and there is no power coming from the generator, 0v. I took the cover off the generator and have 120volts on each leg. The 30 Amp breaker switch is working...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-21-2016, 06:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,371
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Everything works on shore power, I will open up...

Everything works on shore power, I will open up the ATS in the AM and look at the contacts....THANKS
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-21-2016, 06:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,371
Posted By Chiefbvfd
I'm not sure about the breakers. Where would they...

I'm not sure about the breakers. Where would they be. On the generator there is the start switch and a 30A on/off switch. There is nothing for the generator that I see in the transfer switch...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-21-2016, 05:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,371
Posted By Chiefbvfd
GenSet/Transfer Switch???

Hi Guys,

I'm on the road in Kansas heading to Colorado Springs and it is hot here 104 today. Anyhow, I have been running my 8000 Onan Generator about a half hour every 2 hours going down the road....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-29-2015, 04:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,634
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Our Journey 34Y is basically the same floor plan...

Our Journey 34Y is basically the same floor plan as your 33C. I have not tried it, but during the walk through the tech talked about watching TV while traveling with the In-Motion satellite system,...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-21-2015, 05:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,835
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Thanks, I will give both items a try...:)

Thanks, I will give both items a try...:)
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-20-2015, 12:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,835
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Full Wall Slide DEAD

Hi Guys,

I have a 2011 Journey 34Y with 3 slides including a full wall slide on the driver's side of the coach. We just got home from a weekend trip and I was putting out all of the slides to...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-05-2015, 06:17 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,338
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Welcome to the forum....:)

Welcome to the forum....:)
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-30-2015, 06:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,967
Posted By Chiefbvfd
I agree with f14av8r 1 switch should shut off all...

I agree with f14av8r 1 switch should shut off all of the 12 volt power to the chassis (automotive section of the MH) and the other should shut off all of the 12 volt power to the coach (camper...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-12-2015, 05:40 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,120
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Welcome to IRV2......

Welcome to IRV2......
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 11-23-2014, 03:42 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,410
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Welcome....We have owned Winnebagos since 1994,...

Welcome....We have owned Winnebagos since 1994, both new and used. We have very good results from all of our warranty claims on both new and used rigs and from both the dealership and from Forest...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 09-19-2014, 06:54 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,619
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Welcome....:)

Welcome....:)
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-08-2014, 07:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,661
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Thanks All...:)

Thanks All...:)
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-07-2014, 07:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,661
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Thanks CLAY L........:)

Thanks CLAY L........:)
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-06-2014, 06:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,661
Posted By Chiefbvfd
I think maybe I did too. I never drain the WH...

I think maybe I did too. I never drain the WH during the season and have never had this problem before. After draining the issue has cleared up for now. grtharris, I will definitely sanitize my...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-05-2014, 07:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,661
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Hot Water Stinks!!!

Hi All,
Turned the hot water on in my 2011 Journey 34Y this morning and it smelled like raw sewer. Stunk the whole MH up. I first thought it was the RV park water, but after some checks, I narrowed...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-01-2014, 06:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,957
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Welcome and good luck with your search....:)

Welcome and good luck with your search....:)
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 08-19-2014, 04:57 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 34,151
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Ramzfan, Put a flashing yellow light on top of...

Ramzfan, Put a flashing yellow light on top of your MH, so when I see it coming, I can pull over and let you pass. I sure don't want you behind me.....:(
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-03-2014, 06:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,039
Posted By Chiefbvfd
If you like the 33C floor plan and want to go...

If you like the 33C floor plan and want to go diesel, take a look at the Winnebago Journey 34Y (2009 to 2012). It is basically the same floor plan as the 33C except it has a larger closet positioned...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-20-2014, 04:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,558
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Thanks for all of the suggestions. Hikerdogs, the...

Thanks for all of the suggestions. Hikerdogs, the thermostat was set on 76 and the actual temp in the MH was 62. Yoda2405, we use the furnace so rarely it may be something we can live with, now that...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-19-2014, 04:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,558
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Furnace Issues

We were out this weekend in Eastern Illinois. We use the Heat Pumps about 99% of the time when the temps get cool, but Friday night it dropped down to 35 degrees and we had to fire up the furnace...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-24-2014, 07:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,877
Posted By Chiefbvfd
There is not a lot of difference, mainly the Y...

There is not a lot of difference, mainly the Y has a couch and recliner and the B has a longer "L" shaped couch and no recliner. Also, the wing of the kitchen / sink cabinet is stationary on the B...
Forum: Winnebago Class B Motorhomes 04-22-2014, 05:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,074
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Congrats and Happy Trails.....:)

Congrats and Happy Trails.....:)
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-14-2014, 06:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,876
Posted By Chiefbvfd
I bought my 2011 Journey 34y last June for...

I bought my 2011 Journey 34y last June for $161,000 and it was brand new (2 years on the lot). So I would say $150k for an '09 2nd owner, might be a little steep.....JMHO...:)
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-10-2014, 05:31 AM
Replies: 213
Views: 55,531
Posted By Chiefbvfd
I've installed a Dirt Devil central vac system. I...

I've installed a Dirt Devil central vac system. I would love to get the "Door Handle" lit up. I would appreciate any details you could supply....:)
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 04-10-2014, 05:21 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 32,585
Posted By Chiefbvfd
I've had a Winnebago / Itasca product for 16...

I've had a Winnebago / Itasca product for 16 years. A Brave, Adventurer, Sunova and Journey. The Sunova and Journey were bought new. I have not had any major problems, but all of the small routine...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-07-2014, 05:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,891
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Thanks for all the help guys and toddb, you're...

Thanks for all the help guys and toddb, you're the winner, I took the contacts out and sure enough, one of the wires came off. Hooked it up and it works like a new one......Thanks again for all your...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-06-2014, 05:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,891
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Thanks everyone. We are on the road now, I will...

Thanks everyone. We are on the road now, I will check the voltage and resistance when we get home the week after next. Thanks again....:)
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-05-2014, 04:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,891
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Thanks Fire Up, I found them and there are 2 of...

Thanks Fire Up,
I found them and there are 2 of them. They looked clean, but I cleaned them up anyhow. Still don't work but thanks a bunch for the suggestion.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-05-2014, 07:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,891
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Electric Door Lock

Hi, I have a 2011 Journey and the electric door lock has quit working. There is a switch in the switch panel by the co-pilot's seat and it does not do any thing (at least you can't hear the clicking...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-03-2014, 05:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,989
Posted By Chiefbvfd
If you are plugged into shore power, check AC,...

If you are plugged into shore power, check AC, Refer, Micro Wave and any thing else that operates on 120V AC. If everything works OK, then find the GFCI and reset it. Good luck...:)
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-27-2014, 06:34 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,420
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Our 34y has the same table chair setup as your...

Our 34y has the same table chair setup as your 34b. We have couple of throw rugs we use in the living area and we put those under the chairs when tavel and don't have any issues. You should have,...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-04-2014, 06:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,814
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Paul...Mine is to the driver's side and a little...

Paul...Mine is to the driver's side and a little above of the generator.....
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 01-16-2014, 08:23 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,398
Posted By Chiefbvfd
SiriusXM is all I listen to. I have it in the...

SiriusXM is all I listen to. I have it in the car, truck and MH. You may want to check your Adventurer and see if it came with a portable unit. My 2011 Journey did. I put a jack in the garage and in...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-20-2013, 08:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,826
Posted By Chiefbvfd
X2...:)

X2...:)
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-19-2013, 07:08 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,826
Posted By Chiefbvfd
My king dome works fine with my directv. The...

My king dome works fine with my directv. The manual details how to program it. It may not be HD as some of the other post indicates, but I'm one of the older generation that can't tell much...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-18-2013, 07:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,138
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Another happy customer....God, I love this...

Another happy customer....God, I love this place...:)
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-13-2013, 05:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,379
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Welcome....:)

Welcome....:)
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-06-2013, 09:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,112
Posted By Chiefbvfd
My Journey is not near as big as yours, but with...

My Journey is not near as big as yours, but with the ISB 340 hp and towing a 4,200# Colorado, I only see about a 0.2 mpg difference with the same driving conditions. I have 6,200 miles and averaging...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-04-2013, 06:06 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,455
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Hi ghutch... small world...we are just down river...

Hi ghutch... small world...we are just down river in Buffalo...:)
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 12-03-2013, 07:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,037
Posted By Chiefbvfd
I would scale my MH and see what the difference...

I would scale my MH and see what the difference is between that and the GCVW listed. If there is room I think you could upgrade the hitch and be okay, if there is no room, you are probably screwed...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-01-2013, 07:25 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 12,302
Posted By Chiefbvfd
With the exception of the rear bath it is similar...

With the exception of the rear bath it is similar to the Tour 42QD...:)
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-30-2013, 06:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,877
Posted By Chiefbvfd
Welcome to the Winnie family...:)

Welcome to the Winnie family...:)
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-30-2013, 06:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,236
Posted By Chiefbvfd
X2...:)

X2...:)
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-17-2013, 07:07 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 14,080
Posted By Chiefbvfd
We have had 3 Winnies and have only called Forest...

We have had 3 Winnies and have only called Forest City 2 times, but each time they were very helpful and if they did not have the answer they connected me with someone who did. Get your dealer...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-15-2013, 07:30 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,063
Posted By Chiefbvfd
You need to read the spec sheet or even better...

You need to read the spec sheet or even better take a tape measure when looking on the lot because the dealers normally don't even know. Our 34Y was listed as 34' on the dealers sheet when in fact it...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-14-2013, 12:43 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 13,932
Posted By Chiefbvfd
We were up to the big city last weekend. Went to...

We were up to the big city last weekend. Went to St. Charles to the Flea Market. Wind is still blowing....:)
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