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Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-04-2016, 10:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,163
Posted By rvarner
Yea I saw that but decided longer is better LOL....

Yea I saw that but decided longer is better LOL. Sure was a long wait to finish the project tho.
Rich
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-31-2016, 05:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,163
Posted By rvarner
[QUOTE=twjacks;3224143]As a follow up to my June...

[QUOTE=twjacks;3224143]As a follow up to my June post, the driver's side hood bracket has fallen off. Thanks to my "safety line" I didn't lose the bracket, just found it swinging back and forth in...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-30-2015, 06:17 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,448
Posted By rvarner
Maybe I should take the "Winnebago" nameplate off...

Maybe I should take the "Winnebago" nameplate off my Itasca.
Rich
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-10-2015, 03:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,908
Posted By rvarner
Paul in Paulden, AZ can do it (25 miles south of...

Paul in Paulden, AZ can do it (25 miles south of Ash Fork). He works for HWH. Give him a call at 602-549-3638. Does excellent work at a reasonable price.
Rich
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-01-2015, 06:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,036
Posted By rvarner
Not just Winnebago. Seems to run rampant in the...

Not just Winnebago. Seems to run rampant in the RV industry:eek:
Rich
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-14-2015, 07:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,374
Posted By rvarner
Well, you sure helped me. Thanks Rich

Well, you sure helped me.
Thanks
Rich
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-17-2015, 05:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,000
Posted By rvarner
Try pulling the connectors off the control board...

Try pulling the connectors off the control board and cleaning them. Have heard this might work. If not, may be a control board.
Rich
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 01-02-2015, 05:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,370
Posted By rvarner
I'll be there but north of town off Plamosa Rd...

I'll be there but north of town off Plamosa Rd with the SKP solos. Also taking my ATV.
Rich
Presently in Apache Junction
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-03-2014, 05:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,965
Posted By rvarner
On my 2002, the solenoids were in the front...

On my 2002, the solenoids were in the front behind a panel and the 2004 had them in the power cord compartment. Probably no help but check both places.
Rich
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-17-2014, 06:00 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,302
Posted By rvarner
Happened to me. Took 3 weeks for a question and...

Happened to me. Took 3 weeks for a question and then decided to take it to Moscow-been there before. I'll need to make an appointment about a month in advance. Might try emailing, I've had good...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-25-2014, 03:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,934
Posted By rvarner
I feel your pain. I get 6.5 with the ISC if it...

I feel your pain. I get 6.5 with the ISC if it makes you feel any better:mad: Recently straight piped it but haven't traveled yet to see if it has made a difference. I'll post if it does.
Rich
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-22-2014, 07:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,787
Posted By rvarner
I have some, what I would call "spider" cracks,...

I have some, what I would call "spider" cracks, only on the street side of the coach and only in the dark paint areas. Since it was stored in AZ before I bought it, I was attributing it to the sun...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-17-2014, 09:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,133
Posted By rvarner
Maybe RKL has a leak or something.

Maybe RKL has a leak or something.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-16-2014, 09:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,133
Posted By rvarner
Tim, I see what you mean :<) My hoses from the...

Tim, I see what you mean :<) My hoses from the cooling system go in one side and out the other but there is insulation around the heater so, don't know what may be underneath. Seems to heat the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-16-2014, 05:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,133
Posted By rvarner
I doubt it'll make any difference at all. I...

I doubt it'll make any difference at all. I don't think the heat exchanger is big enough to matter in a 10 gal system.
Rich
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-30-2014, 05:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,936
Posted By rvarner
I found a 2004 Horizon with a 400 ISL. May be a...

I found a 2004 Horizon with a 400 ISL. May be a late 2004 chassis because, I think, they were an option in 2005
I love my new to me 2004 40AD but get poor mileage (6.5)
but that's another problem....
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-13-2014, 04:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,593
Posted By rvarner
micd Wow, completely different than mine. The...

micd
Wow, completely different than mine. The one I removed was more like a cabinet than shelf. If there is a parts catalog on the Winnebago site, it may show an exploded view of the shelf.
Rich
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-13-2014, 11:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,593
Posted By rvarner
MICD Do you have a metal frame in there. ...

MICD
Do you have a metal frame in there. Can't imagine it's glued.
Rich
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-12-2014, 04:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,593
Posted By rvarner
Removed my corner TV cabinet in a 2002 Horizon...

Removed my corner TV cabinet in a 2002 Horizon for the same reason. Once you get the TV out, it's relatively easy. Only problem I had was a large opening that I had to cover and stain but also put...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-06-2014, 08:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,368
Posted By rvarner
Just replaced one. Available on Amazon as ITC...

Just replaced one. Available on Amazon as ITC 395BULB. $7.30 shipped if your Prime.
Rich
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-03-2014, 05:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,023
Posted By rvarner
I found the fresh water dump handle in a...

I found the fresh water dump handle in a compartment just behind the front curb side tire. Thought that was a strange place to put it.
Rich
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-27-2014, 04:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,137
Posted By rvarner
Man that coach is gorgeous. All you need is the...

Man that coach is gorgeous. All you need is the right buyer. I think you have over priced it with the upgrades but there will be someone out there that will love it. Have you tried a marketing co.? I...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 04-06-2014, 07:31 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 32,635
Posted By rvarner
Bought a 2002 Horizon 7 years ago and have never...

Bought a 2002 Horizon 7 years ago and have never had a trip without some problems (20000 mi). I have 2 lined pages of things that went wrong. Thank goodness I'm handy with some things but it's...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-06-2014, 06:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,267
Posted By rvarner
What do you mean by delaminating? Winnebago says...

What do you mean by delaminating? Winnebago says you should inspect the roof edges yearly-where they roll into the channels. I have had to redo mine and am considering purchase of a 2004 which...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-08-2014, 05:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,933
Posted By rvarner
If you have long enough jumper cables or can...

If you have long enough jumper cables or can remove one of the batteries and get close to the generator, try starting it directly on the starter positive terminal-with negative terminal to the frame...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-28-2013, 11:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,803
Posted By rvarner
If your absolutely sure it's oil and not coolant...

If your absolutely sure it's oil and not coolant then you have a few areas that may cause the problem. I just had my 3126E leak repaired. Turned out to be a timing gear cover gasket which required...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-27-2013, 04:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,835
Posted By rvarner
Wow, nice job. Good clean and professional...

Wow, nice job. Good clean and professional looking install.
Richard
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-20-2013, 06:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,825
Posted By rvarner
Wow, gonna miss you. You've helped me more than...

Wow, gonna miss you. You've helped me more than you know with tire issues and on and on. I think you have been everywhere on the Journey as I have on my Horizon. Good luck and I hope it's kinder...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-29-2012, 06:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,483
Posted By rvarner
I had the same problem with my selinoids. Check...

I had the same problem with my selinoids. Check the tightness of the nuts on the end of each one for the jacks. I found one very loose and tightened it up and "viola" no more sinking problems. ...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-24-2012, 07:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,097
Posted By rvarner
I lost my flap to an "alligator" on I-40 near...

I lost my flap to an "alligator" on I-40 near Williams, AZ. Replaced it with two mudflaps behind the rear wheels for about $40. The wide flap was over $300 so I considered this an "no brainer" for...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 10-10-2012, 05:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,528
Posted By rvarner
I agree. Richard

I agree.
Richard
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-18-2012, 06:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,196
Posted By rvarner
I carry the plastic connector as well. Haven't...

I carry the plastic connector as well. Haven't needed it yet but ya never know.
Richard
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-28-2012, 04:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,356
Posted By rvarner
I have seen the canister filter??? smlranger...

I have seen the canister filter??? smlranger mentions on the curb side/top of the engine but, as I recall, it says "do not remove". My CAT has only one filter on the rear outside of the radiator and...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-25-2012, 06:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,602
Posted By rvarner
Good answer!!! Richard

Good answer!!!

Richard
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-19-2012, 06:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,996
Posted By rvarner
Have them done by a professional. The chip must...

Have them done by a professional. The chip must be cleaned and evacuated of all debris that may be in it and my need to be drilled before the repair material goes in. I have had several fixed in my...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-14-2012, 06:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,297
Posted By rvarner
[QUOTE=Pusherman;1190993]I'm looking for ideas...

[QUOTE=Pusherman;1190993]I'm looking for ideas from fellow forum members on how to track down the gray water leak in my 34H Journey.

Here's the scenerio: Camping last week, coach leveled, jacks...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-11-2012, 09:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,586
Posted By rvarner
There was a recall on some hoses back in 2002. ...

There was a recall on some hoses back in 2002. Got mine replaced for free. Call HWH and ask em about it. There is a number on the recalled hoses but I can't remember what it was.
Richard
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 06-08-2012, 09:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,295
Posted By rvarner
I'm sure you realize that your belongings are...

I'm sure you realize that your belongings are back there including all your plumbing, electrical, kitchen appliances and electronics to name a few but, I get your point. "If a tree falls......". ...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 06-08-2012, 09:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,295
Posted By rvarner
Sorry, NO. The weights go on the steel rims on...

Sorry, NO. The weights go on the steel rims on the inside dual and the beads go into the tires with the aluminum rims on the outside dual for looks, Try again!!!
Richard
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 06-08-2012, 05:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,295
Posted By rvarner
Yes! Beads on the outside and weights on the...

Yes! Beads on the outside and weights on the insides. I balanced my travel trailer tires as well even tho some didn't agree.
Richard
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-06-2012, 05:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,847
Posted By rvarner
WOW, go to a local body shop. I went to Farbe...

WOW, go to a local body shop. I went to Farbe Haus here in Pahrump NV for a repair on the storage doors in the slide. I ordered the the new door and they replace it and painted the whole side...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-05-2012, 05:57 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,586
Posted By rvarner
Try cleaning your battery connections. Good...

Try cleaning your battery connections. Good battery readings do not translate to max power to the pump. Measure the voltage at the pump while somebody pushes the the switch. Good Luck
Richard
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 05-23-2012, 05:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 14,340
Posted By rvarner
Me too:) They fit perfectly and cheap too but...

Me too:) They fit perfectly and cheap too but you have to buy the whole assembly just to get the antenna.
Richard
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-20-2012, 04:14 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,476
Posted By rvarner
What you describe is not unusual and I would be...

What you describe is not unusual and I would be surprised if Geico pays for this. Winnie asks that inspections be done annually. I replaced all the caulking a couple years ago with a product called...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-09-2012, 05:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,930
Posted By rvarner
Had good luck with lacquer thinner. Wear gloves...

Had good luck with lacquer thinner. Wear gloves tho.
Richard
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-09-2012, 04:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,428
Posted By rvarner
I used Manus Bond (sp), which is a caulking, when...

I used Manus Bond (sp), which is a caulking, when I did mine. Great stuff and stays pliable.
Richard
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-05-2012, 04:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,477
Posted By rvarner
Just changed mine too, along with the surge tank....

Just changed mine too, along with the surge tank. Did you use CAT ELC? If so, you got a really good price for 10 gals.
Richard
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-05-2012, 06:58 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,200
Posted By rvarner
I bought a whole new one from Mobility RV for...

I bought a whole new one from Mobility RV for $$$$ (way less than $155 tho). Found out later the lamp is a halogen H3 12V 55w available on the internet for less than $10. You can replace it yourself....
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-22-2012, 07:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,996
Posted By rvarner
If you haven't bought em yet, Flying J off...

If you haven't bought em yet, Flying J off Cheyenne or Craig (can't remember) gave me the best price but it was 6 years ago.
Richard
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-04-2012, 03:47 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,708
Posted By rvarner
[QUOTE=Madrona;1074178]Well, I don't know what to...

[QUOTE=Madrona;1074178]Well, I don't know what to think. OP here. As I said, I've been running the heat pump on the 12 guage extension cord for a few months. Never an issue. Of course, everything...
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