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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-05-2016, 05:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,297
Posted By AggieDad
I'm glad that worked for you. Lichtsinn didn't...

I'm glad that worked for you. Lichtsinn didn't work for me. I did buy some brackets from Winnebago Parts on a flyer as she had no picture of the part. It was not the correct one.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-04-2016, 02:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,297
Posted By AggieDad
Clearance Lights on Your Winnebago - A Tip

If you have a Class A gasser from the mid-2000's (I don't know about others) you have 5 recessed clearance lights on the top of the front cap. Most likely these have been re-sealed at one time or...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 06-18-2016, 09:34 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,968
Posted By AggieDad
If you have been looking for any amount of time,...

If you have been looking for any amount of time, you know there are few automatics that can be towed 4 down. My wife drives only automatic, and to be truthful, at my age I really don't want to shift....
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-20-2016, 02:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,115
Posted By AggieDad
Here's a photo I took with my iPad this...

Here's a photo I took with my iPad this afternoon. My Voyage is a 2006, but I seriously doubt there is any difference.

https://dtsp.smugmug.com/Miscellany/i-JrQddnW/0/L/Valve%201%20Position-L.jpg...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-20-2016, 08:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,115
Posted By AggieDad
Good catch JoeSR. I had the same problem...

Good catch JoeSR.

I had the same problem without a noted correction in my manual. It drove me crazy until I figured it out. I relabeled the valve with a Magic Marker.

I think I am going to the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-10-2016, 05:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,117
Posted By AggieDad
I had the same problems with my 2006 Voyage. It...

I had the same problems with my 2006 Voyage. It took maybe another 6-8 months for full failure.

You might be closer to failure as it has taken yours longer to kick in than mine. Eventually it...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-18-2015, 09:19 AM
Replies: 138
Views: 43,292
Posted By AggieDad
Yet Another Jack Tale

I don't know why it took so long for me to see this thread, but now I have, so I'll add my war story to the mix.

I bought my 2006 Winnebago Voyage 2 years ago. On the test ride everything was...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-06-2015, 07:32 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,235
Posted By AggieDad
What I don't understand is how every RV company's...

What I don't understand is how every RV company's own engineers could have evaluated this system and given it an okay. Didn't anyone in any company question the design or the build of this system?
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-21-2015, 02:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,648
Posted By AggieDad
You can get cord cover at Lowes...

You can get cord cover at Lowes (https://www.lowes.com/pd_254778-35681-CR1-16W_1z0uxzu__?productId=3549916&pl=1) or Home Depot or Ace or etc.

Run your wire through it and use a new surface mount...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 12-02-2014, 09:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,020
Posted By AggieDad
Thanks for the responses. It looks like my real...

Thanks for the responses. It looks like my real choices are using the Magnadyne conversion kit or cutting the dash to fit in a 2 Din unit. I know I have dash space, but I have to look behind the dash...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-01-2014, 03:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,380
Posted By AggieDad
Actually, we have a sales & use tax in Texas, so...

Actually, we have a sales & use tax in Texas, so you'll have to pay the tax when you register the vehicle -- unless you mean you are from a neighboring state.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 11-29-2014, 06:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,020
Posted By AggieDad
Question Have You Changed out your 1.5 Din Radio?

Before we set out for Yellowstone next summer, I want to change out the absolutely terrible, somewhat crippled Magnadyne 1.5 Din radio.

I am interested in what you used for a replacement and how...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-17-2014, 06:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,301
Posted By AggieDad
s c h e m a t i c :angel:

s c h e m a t i c :angel:
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-22-2014, 10:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,731
Posted By AggieDad
You might also consider buying a Jump Start Power...

You might also consider buying a Jump Start Power Pack. You plug it in anywhere and charge it up; then throw it in the back of your car. It comes with jumper cables attached. Price is $50 to $100.
...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 08-18-2014, 02:00 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 34,181
Posted By AggieDad
RAMZFAN Because not all of us who live...

RAMZFAN



Because not all of us who live in Texas are totally crazy. :blush:
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 08-18-2014, 01:50 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 34,181
Posted By AggieDad
TwelveVolt From your post it seems as though...

TwelveVolt

From your post it seems as though you and I will never get past agreeing to disagree, but perhaps I can address some of your points.


I don't think anything I wrote was...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 08-17-2014, 07:15 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 34,181
Posted By AggieDad
Yes, that is the question posed, but why not have...

Yes, that is the question posed, but why not have one? To put others in danger? To flaunt the law? Just because he can? Or perhaps, because he can and save a $1000 at the same time?
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 08-16-2014, 07:13 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 34,181
Posted By AggieDad
What is it about people buying motorhomes worth...

What is it about people buying motorhomes worth $100,000+ and then choosing to save a mere thousand bucks for a safety device? Did you really totally empty the bank account when you bought your...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-15-2014, 07:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,164
Posted By AggieDad
wa8yxm - It is screwed at the top, so the...

wa8yxm -

It is screwed at the top, so the panel won't fall off. This was just the stiffener on the lower part of the panel. When the adhesive (or tape) gave out, the panel flapped when on the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-15-2014, 06:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,164
Posted By AggieDad
Thumbs up An Update

We just arrived back to Houston from St Louis -- almost 900 miles, including the washboard I-67 in Arkansas. I am pleased to advise all that the Velcro held the whole way! :dance:

At this point, I...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-06-2014, 02:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,164
Posted By AggieDad
Smile Sometimes You Work With What You Have

On a three trip from Texas up into Missouri in our 2006 Voyage 33V, the front left-side panel (under driver's door and in front of slide unit) came loose from the lower stiffener and flapped while at...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 06-30-2014, 05:52 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,213
Posted By AggieDad
Thumbs up Thanks!

Thanks for all the input. As I mentioned a bit earlier, I think I will check the air and keep it for emergencies, even though I won't be the one changing it. CJBrown - you are right. 475 ft lbs of...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 06-24-2014, 02:31 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,213
Posted By AggieDad
I thought the front and rear rims are different...

I thought the front and rear rims are different -- they look different with the rear being concave at the hub and the front being convex at the hub. Perhaps one is just mounted in reverse.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 06-24-2014, 07:28 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,213
Posted By AggieDad
Skip426 - Nope. These are 19.5 Arch Hoagland...

Skip426 - Nope. These are 19.5

Arch Hoagland - I doubt if there is air in it, although I have not yet checked.

FIRE UP - I'm not thinking of gas mileage when I think of the extra weight. I'm...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 06-23-2014, 08:40 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,213
Posted By AggieDad
RickO Thanks for your thoughts. I am tempted to...

RickO Thanks for your thoughts. I am tempted to rely on my ERS (AAA), but I am considering Coach-Net.

vsheetz I have a Workhorse chassis & 19.5" rims. The tire is rim-mounted and nested flat under...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-23-2014, 12:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,033
Posted By AggieDad
When we had a B+ (not a View), we used a mount on...

When we had a B+ (not a View), we used a mount on the front of the vehicle. It was a strap-on type that normally would be used on the trunk of a car, but it worked a treat on the hood of our...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 06-23-2014, 12:29 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,213
Posted By AggieDad
Question Spare Tire?

I am constantly learning new things about our recently purchased 2006 Voyage V33.

The other day while crawling around underneath, I discovered a spare tire! I really did not expect to find this....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-17-2014, 06:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,057
Posted By AggieDad
A Dish version of the Travel'r came with our 2006...

A Dish version of the Travel'r came with our 2006 Winnebago Voyage. I understand I can have Dish on a no-contract month-to-month basis. Is anyone doing this? I thought it would be great during...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-10-2014, 07:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,694
Posted By AggieDad
Thumbs up Thanks to All!

Thanks to everyone for your response.

I will be on this problem as soon as I return home.

Since I am on the road, I created a temporary fix by setting the valve half-way between the Normal and...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-09-2014, 09:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,694
Posted By AggieDad
Can I just remove the check valve (at least...

Can I just remove the check valve (at least temporally) or is it a must? If it is a must, is it something I can get locally or must it be from an RV supply store?

Many thanks.

Don
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-09-2014, 11:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,694
Posted By AggieDad
Question Hot Water Hell -- Please Help!

I need some help.

My hot water system is driving me crazy. And I am sure it is my fault.

First a little history: The coach is new to us, and this is only the third time we have had it out. The...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-11-2014, 03:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,098
Posted By AggieDad
Thumbs up Super piece of info. Our's is just 3 months old...

Super piece of info. Our's is just 3 months old (to us), and I haven't yet needed to refill the water tank. So now I know.

Thanks!
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-14-2014, 09:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,623
Posted By AggieDad
Thanks for the info on helicopter tape. 3M...

Thanks for the info on helicopter tape.

3M 5200 is a very permanent sealant. It has a counterpart -- 3M 4200 -- which is formulated for potentially disassembling parts.

Both can be found at any...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-13-2014, 01:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,623
Posted By AggieDad
Question jerichorick - What the heck is helicopter tape? I...

jerichorick - What the heck is helicopter tape? I never heard of it.

By the way, my tape and self-leveling was on a Trail-Lite B+ where the front cap and the roof come together. So at least a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-10-2014, 02:27 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,604
Posted By AggieDad
Exclamation You want rare earth magnets. Just Google and many...

You want rare earth magnets. Just Google and many will turn up.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-10-2014, 08:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,623
Posted By AggieDad
Exclamation How about wide Eternabond (it comes in widths...

How about wide Eternabond (it comes in widths from 2" to 48") and then self-leveling along the edges. This is a sort of belt-and-suspenders thing, but it worked well on my previous RV.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-09-2014, 11:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,499
Posted By AggieDad
Many thanks for all the replies. I will update...

Many thanks for all the replies. I will update once I do this. But I don expect it to be until late summer or even into fall. We have some travels planned, and b/w will work for a while longer.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-06-2014, 09:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,499
Posted By AggieDad
Question New Back-Up Camera

I currently have a 2006 Winnebago Voyage with a black/white camera and monitor.

If I replace the existing camera and monitor with a new color camera and monitor, can I use the existing cable or...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-24-2014, 09:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,996
Posted By AggieDad
Shuffster -- I'll know in late April. My...

Shuffster -- I'll know in late April. My appointment will be 4-17. We have a few quick trips before it goes in.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-23-2014, 07:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,996
Posted By AggieDad
Thumbs up Well, I am trying to "base line" the coach so I...

Well, I am trying to "base line" the coach so I know exactly where I stand on everything. It has had state inspection and wheel alignment. Next is a tune-up, filters, oil change, etc.

Then it is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-15-2014, 03:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,296
Posted By AggieDad
Thumbs up Super!

Thanks for the additional information. I will be back on that after our shakedown. Right now it is temporarily on a 12 volt plug.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-15-2014, 03:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,962
Posted By AggieDad
I'm trying. It's a big packet, but I'll get...

I'm trying. It's a big packet, but I'll get through it.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-15-2014, 09:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,296
Posted By AggieDad
Thanks for the responses. I just discovered the...

Thanks for the responses. I just discovered the dash lifts up so I can do some exploring in comfort. And there is a fuse block under there. I'll be okay or I'll be back. :)

The project I am wiring...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-14-2014, 09:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,296
Posted By AggieDad
CampDaven, What I am looking for is a 12...

CampDaven,

What I am looking for is a 12 volt lead that is only live when the ignition is on. I already have found several that are always live.

Thanks.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-14-2014, 08:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,296
Posted By AggieDad
Question Need to find an ignition-controlled 12 volt source

I just bought a 2006 Voyage 33-V, and I am trying find the best (easiest) place to pick up a 12 volt source that is controlled by the ignition. Does anyone have any ideas?

Many thanks.

Don...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-12-2014, 06:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,962
Posted By AggieDad
Thanks!

Many thanks for everyone's info. It will take a while, but gradually it will become our coach. Shakedown cruise coming up this weekend.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-11-2014, 06:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,962
Posted By AggieDad
Question Antenna Bingo

I have an antenna that looks very much like a CB antenna on my "new" 2006 Winnebago Voyage 33-V. It is located at the front of the roof over the driver's door.

Was this factory installed (it looks...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-06-2014, 11:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,996
Posted By AggieDad
Yoda, Well, the coach is brand new to me but...

Yoda,

Well, the coach is brand new to me but I believe they are some kind of a screw drive although I have not yet been through the manuals thoroughly enough to know a brand name. The coach is on...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-06-2014, 08:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,996
Posted By AggieDad
Question Slide Noise

Howdy!

I just bought a 2006 Winnebago Voyage 33-V, and I have a (my first of what is sure to be many) question.

My slides seem to be pretty noisy when being opened or closed. Now I don't know...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-27-2014, 12:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,585
Posted By AggieDad
Try a Timer

When I had a Trail-Lite B+, it had a single-stage unit. I put a timer on the storage shed receptacle so I could just run it a couple hours a day. This kept my batteries up and eliminated (or...
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