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Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-25-2017, 10:04 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,859
Posted By scbwr
OK, I think I've seen one post re poor quality in...

OK, I think I've seen one post re poor quality in 2017 production trailers. Can I ask what other basis you have for your generalization re poor quality? I'm not being critical and nor am I some...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-25-2017, 10:00 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,859
Posted By scbwr
They are ending health care benefits for...

They are ending health care benefits for employees over 65 which seems logical to me. At that point, folks are usually on Medicare and have the premium taken out of their social security benefit. ...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 12-31-2016, 06:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,055
Posted By scbwr
Maxxis tires have worked well for us, but I...

Maxxis tires have worked well for us, but I replace tires after 5 or 6 years. I ran the stock Chineese tires on our Minnie for two seasons and replaced them before a major trip out west in 2015.
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-23-2016, 06:07 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,867
Posted By scbwr
After purchasing our Winnebago, I purchased a...

After purchasing our Winnebago, I purchased a portable 30 amp Progressive Industries unit. All it would take is one power problem and the repair costs could far exceed the cost of the PI unit. Our...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-10-2016, 05:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,942
Posted By scbwr
Easiest way is to just install a quick disconnect...

Easiest way is to just install a quick disconnect at the battery terminal which doesn't require any installation. With the battery disconnected, it can sit for weeks without losing much of its...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-09-2016, 06:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,942
Posted By scbwr
You're so welcome!!

You're so welcome!!
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-06-2016, 05:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,942
Posted By scbwr
A little discoloration and dirt isn't anything to...

A little discoloration and dirt isn't anything to worry about. Clean it using a brush and something such as Spic & Span. I can't tell by your pics if you are showing some cuts on the edge of the...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-11-2016, 06:34 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,085
Posted By scbwr
From what I see, your truck has a 6,500 lb. tow...

From what I see, your truck has a 6,500 lb. tow capacity. If that is correct, I would not advise pulling a trailer that has a dry weight of 5,080 lbs. By the time you add personal gear, water,...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 03-30-2016, 06:05 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 11,261
Posted By scbwr
At the minimum, I would want a new refrigerator...

At the minimum, I would want a new refrigerator and microwave, and the repair job should restore the motorhome to new condition, as well as provide new warranties for the fridge and microwave. That...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 03-19-2016, 01:05 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,085
Posted By scbwr
OK...I'm starting to see a few Minnies in our...

OK...I'm starting to see a few Minnies in our travels....heads up to any Minnie owners or folks traveling in Florida. Did I see your Minnie lately? A little over a week ago, we were checking out...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 12-07-2015, 02:59 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,085
Posted By scbwr
Wow...I'm just catching up with this new line of...

Wow...I'm just catching up with this new line of trailers. I think there is a market for smaller trailers, and it may be showing that Winnebago is committed to staying in the trailer market. When...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-11-2015, 02:18 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,085
Posted By scbwr
This forum page, Winnebago Industries Owners...

This forum page, Winnebago Industries Owners Forum was originally only about Winnebago motor homes. I think I made the first post here, and consequently, there are a couple threads here that seem to...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-08-2015, 04:59 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,085
Posted By scbwr
Congratulations!

Congratulations!
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-07-2015, 08:19 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,085
Posted By scbwr
You might be able to find out if you call...

You might be able to find out if you call Winnebago. I've never found any info on the internet that breaks it down by model.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-06-2015, 06:42 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,085
Posted By scbwr
OK...sales figures for the past three fiscal...

OK...sales figures for the past three fiscal years taken from the 2014 Winnebago Annual Report:

2012:
trailers 1,372
fifth wheels 966

2013:
trailers 2,038
fifth...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-06-2015, 05:37 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,085
Posted By scbwr
We also saw a lot of them when we took our trip...

We also saw a lot of them when we took our trip out west in May & June.
Forum: Winnebago Class B Motorhomes 08-31-2015, 03:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,584
Posted By scbwr
Great to hear that your pick up and maiden voyage...

Great to hear that your pick up and maiden voyage was a success! I would suggest that you check any plumbing fittings under the kitchen sink area. I had a couple that loosened up during the first...
Forum: Winnebago Class B Motorhomes 06-25-2015, 08:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,584
Posted By scbwr
Winnebago Towable division is located in a...

Winnebago Towable division is located in a different location (Middlebury, IN) as I mentioned previously. They bought the Sunnybrook factory and they do warranty work and other work on Winnebago...
Forum: Winnebago Class B Motorhomes 06-24-2015, 08:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,584
Posted By scbwr
Be sure to check the actual "out the door" price...

Be sure to check the actual "out the door" price for the dealers in Iowa and Idaho as internet prices do not always include destination and/or prep charges. I would also share the info with the...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-01-2015, 06:57 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,085
Posted By scbwr
Nice to hear from you! We've been on the road...

Nice to hear from you!
We've been on the road over a week and still haven't seen a Minnie. It's off to the Grand Tetons today, so I'll be checking the rigs at Colter Bay. Then it will be up to...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-26-2015, 08:18 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,085
Posted By scbwr
Calling all Winnebago Minnie trailer owners!!!

Have you seen another Minnie in your camping travels? I'm really curious as we've had our Minnie since the fall of 2013 and we've spent quite a few nights in it with travels to Florida and elsewhere...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-27-2015, 04:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,690
Posted By scbwr
Jonnypip...if it makes you feel better, my...

Jonnypip...if it makes you feel better, my Sunline had a rusty gas line and it was fine for 10 years. And that trailer spent half the year stored outside. So, I agree that a little corrosion on the...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 12-23-2014, 06:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 15,200
Posted By scbwr
I've come to the conclusion that the black tank...

I've come to the conclusion that the black tank gauge is useless. So, I just keep a close watch and/or dump the tank after 3 or 4 days. I've never owned or used a sprayer attachment that you spray...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-24-2013, 08:49 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 13,950
Posted By scbwr
Off topic to a certain degree, but our choice of...

Off topic to a certain degree, but our choice of a Winnebago towable was based upon not only floor plan and design, but by the overall quality of the Winnebago towable line. It will be interesting to...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-03-2013, 02:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,237
Posted By scbwr
When I had a pontoon boat, and it was stored from...

When I had a pontoon boat, and it was stored from mid October until May, I always filled the tank and used Stabil for ethanol gas. That was what the local boatyard service dept. suggested. There is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-01-2013, 07:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,880
Posted By scbwr
I had to drop the fixture (remove the two screws...

I had to drop the fixture (remove the two screws holding the fixture to the ceiling over the dinette. Then I just had to remove the nut that tightened the switch to the fixture. I removed the white...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-28-2013, 08:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,880
Posted By scbwr
I replaced the on/off switch. The dimmer has an...

I replaced the on/off switch. The dimmer has an "off" position
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-27-2013, 09:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,632
Posted By scbwr
CAT Scale Locator | CAT Scale...

CAT Scale Locator | CAT Scale (https://catscale.com/cat-scale-locator)

I asked a guy I know at a local trucking company, and he said the best time to get something weighed and not interfere with...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-27-2013, 06:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,880
Posted By scbwr
I thinkd that's it! I pulled both bulbs and...

I thinkd that's it! I pulled both bulbs and can't see any markings on them, but they look like the 912. So, that means I am overloading the dimmer switch.

So far, the light/switch combo is...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-27-2013, 06:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,632
Posted By scbwr
I had always read that dry weights don't include...

I had always read that dry weights don't include accessories and tend to be on the low side, so I wasn't surprised at the 1300 lbs. One factor may be that the outside kitchen on the 2201DS is an...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-23-2013, 08:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,632
Posted By scbwr
I only weighed the truck alone and the trailer...

I only weighed the truck alone and the trailer alone. I plan to go back at another time and check the hitch weight.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-23-2013, 06:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,880
Posted By scbwr
Thanks for pointing that out. I should have...

Thanks for pointing that out. I should have really ordered this one:

EPL1012 12 volt dc lamp dimmer...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-23-2013, 03:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,880
Posted By scbwr
DIY dimmer switch for 12 volt light fixture!

The light fixture over our dinette in our new Winnebago 2201DS was a bit bright at times for watching TV, so I went online and found a compatible dimmer switch:

EPL1010 12 volt dc lamp dimmer...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-23-2013, 03:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,632
Posted By scbwr
Minnie 2201DS actual weight and....

So....with gear loaded aside from clothes and food, I took the Minnie 2201DS to the CAT scales today. Actual weight - 6,180 lbs., so with food and clothes, we'll still be under 6,500 lbs. The dry...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 09-17-2013, 04:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 15,200
Posted By scbwr
Mike...I pull with a 5.7 Tundra 4WD. The truck...

Mike...I pull with a 5.7 Tundra 4WD. The truck is technically rated to tow 10K...but I wouldn't want to do that on a regular basis. The 2201DS pulls very easily behind the Tundra. Next Monday, I...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 09-15-2013, 08:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 15,200
Posted By scbwr
Well....Miss Vicki

I tell you what....that brick of a mattress is in our garage, and you may have it!
Seriously...if anyone in the Cleveland, Ohio area wants a brand new short queen mattress....only slept on one...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 09-14-2013, 08:30 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 15,200
Posted By scbwr
Winnebago 2201DS Review (a little long!)

Winnebago Minnie 2201DS Maiden Voyage!

We just got back from our "shakedown trip" with our Winnebago Minnie 2201DS travel trailer. We took a short trip down the road for 3 nights at American...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-06-2013, 01:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,642
Posted By scbwr
Is there a battery in the wind sensor? If so,...

Is there a battery in the wind sensor? If so, maybe it needs replacement?
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 09-04-2013, 03:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,052
Posted By scbwr
Smile That's why I'm trying to keep some active threads...

That's why I'm trying to keep some active threads going on Winnebago towables. Those of us that have purchased units can probably learn a lot by sharing our experiences and with the line being so...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-04-2013, 10:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,253
Posted By scbwr
Thanks for the idea. I'll be looking at options...

Thanks for the idea. I'll be looking at options next week when we get the trailer out and take a shakedown cruise. I'm not really worried about it too much as we don't do winter camping, but having...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 09-04-2013, 07:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,052
Posted By scbwr
Did you know that you should leave the slide-out...

Did you know that you should leave the slide-out power switch "on" while towing? That's what I found out by reading the Winnebago Trailer/5th Wheel manual. I had that confirmed by contacting...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 09-04-2013, 07:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,052
Posted By scbwr
Congrats on the new 5th wheel, and I know you...

Congrats on the new 5th wheel, and I know you also responded to a thread I started on Winnebago towables. I don't know about you, but I'm interested in hearing from anyone that has purchased a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-04-2013, 07:07 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,253
Posted By scbwr
Thanks for the responses! Just as a point of...

Thanks for the responses!
Just as a point of information, I've been in contact with Winnebago about having a ladder installed on my 2201DS. Yesterday, they emailed me and gave me a price of $212...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-04-2013, 07:00 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,253
Posted By scbwr
Was it the sink or the faucet that was loose? ...

Was it the sink or the faucet that was loose? Our kitchen faucet seems to have a lot of play (vertically) and I can't figure out how to tighten it. If yours was the same, any info you can provide...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-03-2013, 06:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,253
Posted By scbwr
Congratulations on the new fifth wheel. I just...

Congratulations on the new fifth wheel. I just looked at some pics of that model and they do look nice. Some of the interior is very similiar to the Winnie trailer line. So, what are the minor...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-02-2013, 03:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,253
Posted By scbwr
Anyone purchased a Winnebago towable?

If anyone has purchased a Winnebago towable trailer, please post your experiences and thoughts!! I'm somewhat new to this forum and posting this message so that other Winnebago towable owners may...
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