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Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 12-02-2018, 09:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,416
Posted By litewave
I agree on never hearing about not using the frig...

I agree on never hearing about not using the frig in cold weather. I spent a winter in Cedar Rapids, Iowa with temps just above and below 0 and the Frig operation was the least of my operational...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-24-2018, 04:57 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,425
Posted By litewave
You can leave your sewer line connected but keep...

You can leave your sewer line connected but keep the gray and black water valves closed until you are ready to dump. I have winter camped in middle Iowa using these techniques.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-24-2018, 04:46 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,425
Posted By litewave
You will want to put a string of heat tape along...

You will want to put a string of heat tape along your water hose and cover it with that black foam pipe insulation tubing. Use electrical tape every so often to hold it all together. Wrap your facet/...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-03-2018, 04:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,124
Posted By litewave
Sleep Number makes a queen size mattress just for...

Sleep Number makes a queen size mattress just for RVs. Very light and very comfortable.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-04-2018, 07:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,775
Posted By litewave
I will

I would use a silocone lubricant instead of WD40. WD40 attrackts dirt and grime that could cause more problems. Silicone lube works good on your slide out rails, too.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-24-2018, 01:58 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,062
Posted By litewave
Lynne, I have a 2005 Winnebago Adventurer that...

Lynne,
I have a 2005 Winnebago Adventurer that had the same problem as yours. I used a rubberized paint product that is sold at Home Depot, Lowe's and others. The cost is reasonable and the...
Forum: Welcome Mat 09-20-2017, 08:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,362
Posted By litewave
Made the move

Let's all work hard to make our own Winnie forum the best on the web.
Forum: Welcome Mat 09-20-2017, 07:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 603
Posted By litewave
Hello fellow Winnies

We all need to work hard to make this the best stop for help to fellow Winnie owners.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-19-2017, 09:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,284
Posted By litewave
I have had GS extended warranty program for 4...

I have had GS extended warranty program for 4 years now and have not used it once. We have paid approx. $7200 in premiums in that time. Reading the fine print of the GS policy, I find that it covers...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-18-2017, 05:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,828
Posted By litewave
I had my hood hinges come off my 05 Adventurer...

I had my hood hinges come off my 05 Adventurer 37B. I used Pop rivets to mount the hinges and also used industrial strength epoxy. The rivets are out of sight when the hood is closed.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-26-2017, 08:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,726
Posted By litewave
Winnebago had a fault in their fiberglass panels...

Winnebago had a fault in their fiberglass panels gelcoat up to 2007 or so I have been told. They changed suppliers at that time to fix the problem. I have that problem on one side of my coach which...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-25-2017, 02:27 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,486
Posted By litewave
I think Winnebago had an overall winner with the...

I think Winnebago had an overall winner with the older Adventurers on the Workhorse chassis. Like the energizer bunny, they just keep going and people hang on to them. Other than the habitual...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-12-2017, 08:10 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 12,357
Posted By litewave
While you guys have your ladders out, be sure and...

While you guys have your ladders out, be sure and inspect your front and back End Cap sealant for integrity. Also check the roof to side aluminum rail seal from front to back and on both sides of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-12-2017, 10:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,145
Posted By litewave
Next time you check your connections, use Loctite...

Next time you check your connections, use Loctite 242 on the threads or Loctite Torque seal on the nut and stud. This will keep the nuts from coming loose but still allow you to remove them with...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 02-11-2017, 09:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,573
Posted By litewave
Your problem could lead to a more serious issue....

Your problem could lead to a more serious issue. Norcold had a recall some years ago because their units were overheating, leaking cooling fluid and causing fires. Their fix was to install a...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-28-2017, 04:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,922
Posted By litewave
Before doing number 2, pull up on the flush pedal...

Before doing number 2, pull up on the flush pedal to add extra water to the toilet bowl. The extra water will help push the stuff down better and add water to the holding tank to help dissolve the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-17-2016, 07:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,945
Posted By litewave
Don't know if your new batteries are sealed or if...

Don't know if your new batteries are sealed or if they have the service ports for adding water, but if they have the service ports check and see if the battery top is wet around the service ports....
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-13-2016, 07:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,455
Posted By litewave
What you could be hearing is the sound of the...

What you could be hearing is the sound of the electric coil heating the water.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-12-2016, 05:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,455
Posted By litewave
Sounds like normal operation to me. My 05...

Sounds like normal operation to me. My 05 Adventurer does the same noise when the water heater kicks on. Does the noise stop after the water heats up? Does the Water heater "FAULT" light stay off? Do...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-10-2016, 08:03 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,411
Posted By litewave
I had the support arm brackets on the hood of my...

I had the support arm brackets on the hood of my '05 Adventurer let loose this summer. I used pop-rivets and an industrial strength 2 part epoxy from NAPA Auto Parts that was designed to mount metal...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-06-2016, 07:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,818
Posted By litewave
Modern day radial tires don't flat spot. I have...

Modern day radial tires don't flat spot. I have had mine sitting static for a year at a time and they stayed round. Do put a 2 X 6 under each tire to keep them off the pavement and put wheel covers...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-23-2016, 06:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,842
Posted By litewave
Wow! Now that is one I have not heard of or read...

Wow! Now that is one I have not heard of or read about on the different Winnebago forums. I would get under your coach and find out why you have that separation. It might also be worthwhile to call...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-16-2016, 12:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,303
Posted By litewave
Another ting you might want to do wile you are...

Another ting you might want to do wile you are exercising your slides is to spray the slide mechanisms with a good silicon lubricant spray. The slippery the slides the easier they'll move. Don't use...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-22-2016, 05:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,825
Posted By litewave
Cheetah Mounts ALAMLB Articulating (20" Ext) TV...

Cheetah Mounts ALAMLB Articulating (20" Ext) TV and Monitor Wall Mount for 23-49" (some up to 55") LCD LED Plasma Flat Screens up to VESA 400x400. Full Ballhead Tilt, Swivel, and Rotation. Includes a...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 08-12-2016, 08:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,957
Posted By litewave
coat the treads of the lock nuts with...

coat the treads of the lock nuts with "Anti-Seize" paste and you'll be able to get them off next time with no problems.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-27-2016, 06:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,825
Posted By litewave
I don't remember having to do anything with the...

I don't remember having to do anything with the vent hose. It was either long enough to stretch out or it only had to move the washer far enough to get to the anchor screws on the upper, right...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-25-2016, 09:00 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,825
Posted By litewave
I removed both tube TVs in my 2005 Adventurer...

I removed both tube TVs in my 2005 Adventurer 37b. The big Sony weighs 108 lbs. and the bedroom Sony weighs 55 lbs., so get a friend to help. Both Sony TVs are held in place by the metal band and 2...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-16-2016, 08:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,688
Posted By litewave
My 2005 Adventurer is slow as well. I figure it...

My 2005 Adventurer is slow as well. I figure it is just by design.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-05-2016, 08:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,983
Posted By litewave
You can also go to the Workhorse website...

You can also go to the Workhorse website (workhorse.com) input the chassis VIN number and find out if all the recalls have been done on your unit. You can also register your chassis at the same time...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-05-2016, 07:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,163
Posted By litewave
I riveted my hood brackets to the area they had...

I riveted my hood brackets to the area they had been glued to. The rivet heads fit down in the indentation that the hood fits in so they are hidden from view when the hood is closed. I also coated...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-31-2016, 10:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,680
Posted By litewave
We have a 2005 Adventurer 35B model on the GM ...

We have a 2005 Adventurer 35B model on the GM Workhorse chassis. The chassis and drivetrain are pretty bullet proof, the coach has had several Winnebago engineered problems. On the chassis, run the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-18-2016, 10:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,771
Posted By litewave
Try this procedure before you go to all that...

Try this procedure before you go to all that trouble of replacing them. I haven't personally tried it but plan to.


I discovered this by accident as I was cleaning the fender area by the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-18-2016, 09:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,194
Posted By litewave
That is just poor engineering on Winnebago. It's...

That is just poor engineering on Winnebago. It's a disgrace to manufacture and sell a product that has to be repaired with glorified duct tape in such a short time. This is just another instance of...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-19-2016, 10:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,475
Posted By litewave
I inspected my roof and side rail seam and found...

I inspected my roof and side rail seam and found the sealant dried and cracked and separated in several areas. I removed all the old sealant from the side seams on both sides, cleaned it good with...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-09-2016, 04:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,526
Posted By litewave
How is CDI on cost?

How is CDI on cost?
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 04-06-2016, 08:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,542
Posted By litewave
Thought I had pics but can't find them. I'll take...

Thought I had pics but can't find them. I'll take more and post when I get it out of storage in a week or two.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 04-05-2016, 05:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,542
Posted By litewave
We have a 2005 Adventurer 37B with the TV built...

We have a 2005 Adventurer 37B with the TV built in aft of the dinette and below the China cabinet. I replaced our Sony with a 39" LCD Samsung smart TV. I finished off the hole where the Sony was into...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-05-2016, 05:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,369
Posted By litewave
Its not a big deal to rebuild your toilet and all...

Its not a big deal to rebuild your toilet and all parts and seals are readily available on the internet or through an RV dealer. I completely rebuilt ours in about 2 hours and it works great with no...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-22-2016, 09:06 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 18,041
Posted By litewave
I don't know if there is a good fix for this...

I don't know if there is a good fix for this problem. Both of mine leaked badly on our trip from Ft. Lauderdale, FL to Tucson, AZ. I have had both windshields replaced in the last 2 years on my 2005...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-18-2016, 08:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,886
Posted By litewave
Why buy new and loose all the depreciation when...

Why buy new and loose all the depreciation when there are hundreds of gas and diesel lightly used units for sale on the web. Most of these are low mileage and you can find any size, floor plan,...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-03-2016, 06:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,892
Posted By litewave
We have a 2005 37b and have had a few problems...

We have a 2005 37b and have had a few problems with the coach but none with the chassis. The Workhorse chassis is the best. Check for leaking windshields and rusty windshield frames. Check for...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-22-2015, 03:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,717
Posted By litewave
Forza Tom, you obviously haven't read many posts...

Forza Tom, you obviously haven't read many posts from other Winnebago owners. Winnebago has a big problem over the years with the lack of quality control. Things like rusty, leaking windshield...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-19-2015, 06:02 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,626
Posted By litewave
You diesel drivers don't have the market on...

You diesel drivers don't have the market on Winnebago quality problems. Us gas guzzlers have our share as well. I have an 05 Adventurer and so far have had both windshields with leaky, rusty frames,...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-16-2015, 08:40 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,584
Posted By litewave
I just resealed both sides of the roof to side...

I just resealed both sides of the roof to side rail seams on my 2005 Winnie Adventurer 37b after finding 90% of both sides not attached. I spent 2 days scraping and pulling the old stuff out which...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-07-2014, 09:03 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,605
Posted By litewave
Thanks to everyone for the info and many options...

Thanks to everyone for the info and many options on windshield covers. I have a lot of research to do
Regards,
Paul
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-05-2014, 05:04 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,605
Posted By litewave
Windshield Cover

I have been looking online at a multitude of windshield covers for my 2005 Winnebago Adventurer. I want the kind that provided privacy from the outside but a full view looking out plus sun...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-02-2014, 08:44 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,789
Posted By litewave
I have a 2005 Adventurer 37B that has the dreaded...

I have a 2005 Adventurer 37B that has the dreaded rusty frame and leaks. La Mesa RV where we bought it, said that they resealed the windshields and and the leaks were fixed, We drove from...
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