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Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-20-2015, 09:04 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,543
Posted By Ding-a-ling
When I bought my MH in 2005 (with no spare) I...

When I bought my MH in 2005 (with no spare) I decided to buy a spare to carry with me. Wrapped it in plastic-on-a-spool from Home Depot and with three nylon cargo straps secured it between the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-03-2013, 08:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,794
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Some time back, I attended an Onan seminar. The...

Some time back, I attended an Onan seminar. The presenter said it is rare for them to see a generator in for repairs due to excessive hours. Most problems are caused by low hours.
His advice? ...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-29-2013, 09:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,331
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Yep.... A couple years ago we were at HWH for a...

Yep.... A couple years ago we were at HWH for a shuttle valve problem. On the mechanic's tool cart was a can of WD-40. He said that's what they use.

Frank F.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 04-27-2013, 09:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,465
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Yes. There is a rocker switch labeled (I think)...

Yes. There is a rocker switch labeled (I think) Chassis/House. When on Chassis the ign. key must be in AUX to play radio. In Chassis the BATT DISC switch must be disabled (OFF) to allow power from...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-23-2013, 09:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,556
Posted By Ding-a-ling
I have, at least twice, bought a plain hose (no...

I have, at least twice, bought a plain hose (no fittings) and attached it to the original Winnie discharge with the valve in it.
You may need a small pair of wire cutters to get the old one off. ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-16-2013, 09:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 16,161
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Isn't virtually all of the lighting in the coach...

Isn't virtually all of the lighting in the coach living area 12VDC? That is provided by the converter/house batteries which is disconnected when the switch is OFF.

Frank F.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-01-2013, 09:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,335
Posted By Ding-a-ling
FWIW.... A driving coach where we bought...

FWIW....

A driving coach where we bought our MH said that when turning a corner, turn the steering wheel only when your seat is physically aligned with the edge of the road you are turning into. ...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-05-2012, 07:24 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,565
Posted By Ding-a-ling
I too am approaching the point of taking the film...

I too am approaching the point of taking the film off because of the mold growth.

BTW, when you have big bug splats, after cleaning them off do you see sort of a shadow where the spot was? I...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-17-2012, 07:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,084
Posted By Ding-a-ling
I first replaced my check valve using a mirror...

I first replaced my check valve using a mirror and reaching into the compartment - a real pain......:banghead:

Then - when I laid down on the ground and looked up - there was a removable, oval,...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-15-2012, 02:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,951
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Here's our experience: With the heat pump...

Here's our experience:
With the heat pump running with outside temps between 45 - 70 it takes a little while for the heat to get really warm. But when it warms up it really puts out the heat! And...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-15-2012, 02:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,084
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Yep, I'll bet it's a stuck check valve problem. ...

Yep, I'll bet it's a stuck check valve problem. If you can easily get at the input and output side you could try tapping (gently!) on the connection to the tank and it may get unstuck. They get...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-01-2012, 07:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,558
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Grandma's RV Park Shepherdsville, KY Yes,...

Grandma's RV Park
Shepherdsville, KY

Yes, I would bet it is the shuttle valve, again.
I had a similar problem with slides and jacks - was able to use the MH for the weekend - and when we got...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 04-17-2012, 07:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,919
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Yeah, when the radio is "OFF" the display is lit....

Yeah, when the radio is "OFF" the display is lit.

Or do you mean when the AUX BATT switch is turned off? That kills everything used by the house battery.

BTW, have you run accross our iRV2...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-01-2012, 05:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,500
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Ditto the above....... With gas engines on...

Ditto the above.......

With gas engines on a Winnebago there is no need to start the engine to re-level.

I never have seen a need to have the engine running when I level. When I am...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-24-2012, 08:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,815
Posted By Ding-a-ling
With our clear coat full body paint I only wipe...

With our clear coat full body paint I only wipe it down with a damp terrycloth towel.
When it was newer, I used a liquid spray-on wax on one side. When I got done with that one side I could see no...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-15-2012, 08:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,272
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Ralph, Our original thermostat crapped out...

Ralph,

Our original thermostat crapped out a couple years ago and I replaced it with the current type used. Yeah, mine works the same as yours - I have no idea why, just a fact of the matter. ...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-13-2012, 09:26 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,956
Posted By Ding-a-ling
I have a similar noise problem with my...

I have a similar noise problem with my Suncruiser. It is the mirror.

Now, I don't recommend anyone else do this - but I rotated the whole mirror assembly to the stowed position next to the side...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-30-2012, 07:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,319
Posted By Ding-a-ling
I concur with MaverickBBD regarding the shuttle...

I concur with MaverickBBD regarding the shuttle valve as the problem.
I had that trouble myself, in addition to the slides moving very slowly. Shuttle valve sticks and does not pressurize the rams...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-30-2011, 09:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,530
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Dean, I have a similar problem at times. The...

Dean,
I have a similar problem at times. The flush connector is on a metal partition, and I have a 90 degree adapter on the connection. Most of the time I have no leakage, but sometimes the...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 11-30-2011, 09:25 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,739
Posted By Ding-a-ling
I have found this method to be highly effective. ...

I have found this method to be highly effective. If there is caked on mud or cinders, I won't do it this way, but for grime accumulated after a day of driving in rain it works great. Terry cloth...
Forum: Welcome Mat 11-23-2011, 07:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,013
Posted By Ding-a-ling
[QUOTE My wife wants a stove with a oven so that...

[QUOTE My wife wants a stove with a oven so that is getting replaced. QUOTE]
4js,
Just my 2 cents worth, but if your Journey has a microwave/convection oven, I say this.... My wife loves the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-05-2011, 08:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,444
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Earlier this year I had a similar problem. ...

Earlier this year I had a similar problem. Generator might run for 2 hours, or 20 minutes and shut down. Never was able to catch a code displayed.
In May a tech found the fuel pump had an...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-08-2011, 10:14 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,356
Posted By Ding-a-ling
I have had to replace my red switch because the...

I have had to replace my red switch because the light (12VDC) burned out. The bulb is integral with the switch - cannot just replace a bulb. Replacement of the switch was simple after removing two...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-25-2011, 08:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,139
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Yes, we have been using the factory installed...

Yes, we have been using the factory installed antenna, and it works fine for our purposes. I understand your concerns about antenna height. Our antenna has a spring on the base which allows it to...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 05-21-2011, 08:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,659
Posted By Ding-a-ling
I say, a BIG thumbs up :thumb: to Winnebago for...

I say, a BIG thumbs up :thumb: to Winnebago for making MCD shades standard across their product line-up!

FJF
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-16-2011, 06:52 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,482
Posted By Ding-a-ling
On our 2005 Suncruiser we have only a lockable...

On our 2005 Suncruiser we have only a lockable door to enclose the water fill tube. I've never had a concern about anything getting in there.

FJF
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-01-2011, 01:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,525
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Hi Glenda! We put in the Duos for the large...

Hi Glenda!
We put in the Duos for the large windows by the couch and dinette. Having the darkly tinted windows, we both think just the night shades would have been enough. When we bought them at...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-15-2011, 01:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,238
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Ed, Go to winnebagoind.com - click on...

Ed,
Go to winnebagoind.com - click on Resources - and then Manuals and Diagrams.
You'll find all you want to know there.
FJF
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-02-2011, 09:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,389
Posted By Ding-a-ling
I have long ago gotten into the habit of: ...

I have long ago gotten into the habit of:

A: Release the Parking Brake
B: Put transmission in Drive
C: Push Headlight switch to ON.

I have DRLs - and I have a large Class A.....

I just...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-20-2010, 07:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,056
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Dave, With the engine running and the Avg MPG...

Dave,
With the engine running and the Avg MPG being displayed, push in and hold the Trip button for about 5 or 6 seconds. You will see the numbers reset to 0.0.

FJF
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-24-2010, 12:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,301
Posted By Ding-a-ling
When we were attending the Louisiana State WIT...

When we were attending the Louisiana State WIT Rally in Rayne late in October, WIT GM Doug Formanek addressed this. One company declaring an "Intent to Purchase" is an initial legal hurdle whereby...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-28-2010, 09:50 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,551
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Make sure the generator works alright. 30 hours...

Make sure the generator works alright. 30 hours in 4 years is nothing to brag about. Has the oil and filter ever been changed?
I attended an Onan seminar once where the moderator (a mechanic) said...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-04-2010, 05:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,787
Posted By Ding-a-ling
If you can see where the LP tank is filled, the...

If you can see where the LP tank is filled, the shut-off valve is right next to the fill connection.

You have an emergency shut off switch for the LP tank??? That's new to me. Our '05...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-07-2010, 07:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,351
Posted By Ding-a-ling
I, too, think the MCD shades are a great idea. ...

I, too, think the MCD shades are a great idea. So, in October 2008 we went to the MCD plant in McKinney, TX and had two 60+ inch Duo shades installed by our dining table and sofa.

Something to...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-05-2010, 06:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,896
Posted By Ding-a-ling
My '05 Suncruiser 38R is the same way. Couple of...

My '05 Suncruiser 38R is the same way. Couple of years ago I took it to a Workhorse service center (now closed) for an oil change and it came back that way. Tried to adjust it but never made much...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-24-2010, 06:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,781
Posted By Ding-a-ling
We have had the same problem. A couple years ago,...

We have had the same problem. A couple years ago, during a visit to Winnebago Service Center in Iowa for other problems, I mentioned this. The fix was to place a 1/2" thick block under the mounting...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-11-2010, 07:53 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,765
Posted By Ding-a-ling
My experience may not be what Dunnpe had, but...

My experience may not be what Dunnpe had, but earlier this year our jacks and slides started working very slowly. We could not level or fully extend the slides. HWH tech said the "shuttle valve"...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-05-2010, 06:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,974
Posted By Ding-a-ling
I don't have an answer, but I know a fellow with...

I don't have an answer, but I know a fellow with an older Adventurer whose BR TV gets many more stations than the front TV.

I have no idea why.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-04-2010, 02:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,547
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Some friends had their Horizon repainted at a...

Some friends had their Horizon repainted at a business in Indiana (sorry, I cannot remember the name). It was re-done in the company's paint scheme and is now a "stealth" Horizon. When you see it,...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-16-2010, 08:18 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,918
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Hey Thudman - Just a thought, do you have...

Hey Thudman -

Just a thought, do you have those astroturf-like step covers that could be bunching up somewhere?

FJF
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-15-2010, 08:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,918
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Exactly!:thumb: Think about it. All that road...

Exactly!:thumb:
Think about it. All that road grit and junk the steps are exposed to. How about flushing all the movable joints with some gunk remover and then re-lubing them. Solved my problem....
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-13-2010, 08:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,729
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Checking tire pressures should be part of the...

Checking tire pressures should be part of the "travel routine."

As SkiGramp says, the Sleep Number bed you must look after! When you get to Nebraska - it looks flat, but you are really going...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-08-2010, 10:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,297
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Sorry, :sad: The Winnebago View comes on a...

Sorry, :sad:

The Winnebago View comes on a diesel-powered chassis. I have never heard of there being a gas-powered option.

Dodge®/Mercedes-Benz®
Sprinter Chassis
Mercedes-Benz 3.0L...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 04-07-2010, 06:06 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,984
Posted By Ding-a-ling
In early March I bought Michelins at large tire...

In early March I bought Michelins at large tire dealer in the Tampa area - this particular store was where they service trucks. The tires were made in the last week of 2009.

I think inventory...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-01-2010, 08:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,981
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Great point there! I remember now that when...

Great point there!

I remember now that when we had a stick-house and bought La-Z-Boy furniture all the backs were removable. That made them much easier to handle.

FJF
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-08-2010, 07:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,424
Posted By Ding-a-ling
We don't have a DP but we just replaced all the...

We don't have a DP but we just replaced all the rubber on our 39' 38R Suncruiser. They were just about worn out with 71,000+ miles. The wear indicators were not quite visible, but now I feel better...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-04-2010, 08:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,235
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Hey azloafer, You've gotten a lot of good...

Hey azloafer,

You've gotten a lot of good hints so far, .... here's another idea.

On most coaches the capacity of the fresh water tank is just about what the grey and black tanks hold. In...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-04-2010, 07:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,757
Posted By Ding-a-ling
:confused:.... D'ya know - there is a battery in...

:confused:.... D'ya know - there is a battery in the readout device that runs down rather quiclky.

I gave up on that and just use the chart for turns vs. elevation also.

Maybe newer models of...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-27-2010, 08:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,369
Posted By Ding-a-ling
From the Winnebago Supplier web page: ...

From the Winnebago Supplier web page:

Leveling Jacks/Systems:

HWH 877-494-6466 www.hwhcorp.com (https://www.hwhcorp.com)

Kwikee 800-736-9961 www.kwikee.com (https://www.kwikee.com)
...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-27-2010, 08:07 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,202
Posted By Ding-a-ling
Unfortunately, .... he's looking at an...

Unfortunately, .... he's looking at an Adventurer/Suncruiser that has no air suspension. :nonono:
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