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Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-19-2012, 07:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,585
Posted By rv rick
I had a problem with my EMS display on a 2008...

I had a problem with my EMS display on a 2008 Tour -- Winnebago Tech Support suggested I turn off all power -- including the battery (I used the battery disconnect switches) on the coach for about 30...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-08-2012, 06:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,630
Posted By rv rick
Congratulations on your coach! We have had a 2010...

Congratulations on your coach! We have had a 2010 Tour 42AD for about 18 months and 20,000 miles and would echo your comments. Very few issues and a delight to use. We have traveled the entire USA...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-04-2012, 09:17 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,798
Posted By rv rick
I went with the Valterra Viper hose which...

I went with the Valterra Viper hose which connects to the outlet on our Tour AD coach and fits through the hose opening in the bottom. Fits well and seems to last.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-17-2012, 10:12 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 13,558
Posted By rv rick
WE have had our 2010 42AD Tour for about 18...

WE have had our 2010 42AD Tour for about 18 months of fulltime use and driven it about 18,000 miles. We love our coach (this is our second Tour - first was a 2008 40TD), and have had few issues. We...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-25-2012, 07:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,096
Posted By rv rick
We have been using the Aquahot on our 2010 42AD...

We have been using the Aquahot on our 2010 42AD Tour for the 18 months that we have had it. I had one initial issue in that the heating seemed weak in the kitchen area (front zone). I found that one...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-21-2012, 09:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,307
Posted By rv rick
Great coach! You will enjoy it.

Congratulations on your coach - I know you will have many great miles in it. We have really enjoyed our 2010 42AD and love to tour the country in comfort!
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-31-2012, 09:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,083
Posted By rv rick
We have had two Tours - a 2008 40TD and our...

We have had two Tours - a 2008 40TD and our current 2010 42AD. Both proved to be great coaches (we live fulltime in our coach) and we experienced few problems. I suspect the closeness of the rear...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-18-2012, 06:26 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,079
Posted By rv rick
Our 2010 Winnebago Tour 42AD is our second new...

Our 2010 Winnebago Tour 42AD is our second new Winnebago. After almost 5 years of fulltime living in this and a 2008 Tour 40TD, I can report no rust in either coach. I have also talked with many...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-02-2012, 07:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,095
Posted By rv rick
I tried putting small magnets on each side, and...

I tried putting small magnets on each side, and while that kept the flap closed, the microwave fan was not powerful enough to force it open. Now, I stuff a rag into the vent using the window awning...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-12-2012, 06:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,306
Posted By rv rick
I had a 2008 40' TD Tour with the 400 and...

I had a 2008 40' TD Tour with the 400 and averaged 8.1 for 35,000 miles towing a Chev. HHR. I usually drove at about 58mph and noticed a big difference in mileage driving at 57-58 and 62-64.
...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-07-2012, 06:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,656
Posted By rv rick
I have had a TruCenter on two coaches -- the...

I have had a TruCenter on two coaches -- the latest for over 1 year and 12,000 miles. The TruCenter was completely redesigned after some initial problems.
I have had excellent results with my...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-16-2012, 06:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,362
Posted By rv rick
We have a 2010 42AD Tour and love it. We fulltime...

We have a 2010 42AD Tour and love it. We fulltime in it and find that the ride is great as are the living accommodations. We have done some dry camping and found that the large grey and black tank...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-12-2012, 04:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,769
Posted By rv rick
I have not had the SafeTPlus, but did have a...

I have not had the SafeTPlus, but did have a Steer Safe system (which worked well) on an earlier coach. On our current coach, I have the TruCenter from BlueOx and really like it. I have had the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-11-2012, 05:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,967
Posted By rv rick
I had exactly the same problem -- terrible wind...

I had exactly the same problem -- terrible wind noise on the driver's side window. There were no seep hole covers on the frame -- just the rectangular holes in the frame. My dealer gave me covers for...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 01-10-2012, 06:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,668
Posted By rv rick
After plenty of day/night blind frustrations, I...

After plenty of day/night blind frustrations, I replaced our blinds in our 40' Tour using pleated blinds from Lowes (see: Replacing Day/night Blinds...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-23-2011, 06:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,477
Posted By rv rick
We have had one Itasca and two Tours. From what...

We have had one Itasca and two Tours. From what we can see, there are very minimal differences, primarily in color. The chassis, floorplans, features, etc. seem to be the same.

Interestingly, when...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-16-2011, 07:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,564
Posted By rv rick
We had a 2008 40TD for three years (36,000 miles)...

We had a 2008 40TD for three years (36,000 miles) and traded it last year for a 2010 42AD. The TD was a great coach and we traveled all over the country in it and it never let us down. Had very few...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 09-16-2011, 07:30 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,124
Posted By rv rick
I dump the air when leveling so the coach lowers....

I dump the air when leveling so the coach lowers.

On straightening the steering wheels, I was influenced by a friend who forgot to straighten his wheels when dumnping the air -- the wheels hit...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 09-16-2011, 07:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,055
Posted By rv rick
Cbeierl...

Cbeierl (https://www.irv2.com/forums/members/cbeierl-26188.html) asks a good question and is, in fact, the same question I asked to Freightliner.
Certainly, the overall coach weight does not change,...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 09-15-2011, 07:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,055
Posted By rv rick
My weights from the individual wheel scales,...

My weights from the individual wheel scales, before I knew about the right weighing method as described from Freightliner, showed our tag at almost 11,000 lbs (over the GVW of 10,000). My front axle...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 09-14-2011, 08:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,055
Posted By rv rick
Weighing Tag Axle 42AD - Update From Freightliner

I have a new, 2010 Tour 42 AD and have really enjoyed it. I have had it weighed, using individual scales, at the FMCA and Escapees rallies, and found weights that seemed overly heavy on the tag and...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-27-2011, 07:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,036
Posted By rv rick
We had a similar problem on a 2008 Tour....

We had a similar problem on a 2008 Tour. Winnebago suggested that I unplug from shore power, and hit the battery disconnect switch to remove power completely for about 1 minute. This apparently reset...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-27-2011, 07:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,721
Posted By rv rick
You will love it! We have the 42AD and moving...

You will love it! We have the 42AD and moving from a 40' TD, find the extra room is amazing. Also impressed with the cabinet quality and the systems -- and love the Aquahot! I was also surprised how...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-26-2011, 05:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,391
Posted By rv rick
We had a similar issue on our 2010 Tour and found...

We had a similar issue on our 2010 Tour and found it to be a Freightliner issue. As the prior posting noted, there is a control module (on our coach it was behind the panel near the left rear wheels)...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-16-2011, 07:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,645
Posted By rv rick
We have been in Forest City for the past week and...

We have been in Forest City for the past week and have found all kinds of things to do. We echo the suggestion of Sally's for breakfast, and can vouch for dinner at the Lodge. During the day, we have...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-22-2011, 06:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,359
Posted By rv rick
We recently got the 42 AD and love it so far. We...

We recently got the 42 AD and love it so far. We looked at a number of other coaches, but felt the floorplan, features, and fit & finish were great. We also like the support we have gotten from...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-29-2011, 05:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,082
Posted By rv rick
So far, we love the front kitchen. Makes the...

So far, we love the front kitchen. Makes the living area into its own room and works well for us. Of course, we were used to this with our 40TD, but the 42AD is much nicer.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-28-2011, 04:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,082
Posted By rv rick
Soft spots??? Was this a manufacturing issue or...

Soft spots??? Was this a manufacturing issue or leakage? This is the first I have heard about this and would appreciate some details on it.

Thanks!
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-27-2011, 06:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,082
Posted By rv rick
First couple weeks in our new 42 AD Tour

We have spent a couple weeks (we are fulltime rvers) now living in our new, 2010 42AD Tour coach and wanted to give an update on what we like and don't like compared to our 2008 Tour 40TD.
...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-06-2011, 06:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,387
Posted By rv rick
We just got a 42' Tour with the Ideal Rest bed...

We just got a 42' Tour with the Ideal Rest bed after having the Sleep Number. So far, after just a few nights, I like the new bed better than the sleep number. I liked the memory foam of the new bed...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-30-2011, 05:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,144
Posted By rv rick
Well, we took a close look at the 2010 42AD coach...

Well, we took a close look at the 2010 42AD coach and were very impressed -- and bought it. We were amazed at the space and features of the coach. We are looking forward to picking it up and living...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-27-2011, 06:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,144
Posted By rv rick
looking at a 2010 42AD Tour -- any input?

We have enjoyed fulltiming in our Tour 40 TD for the last three years, but made the mistake of "just looking:rolleyes:" at a 42AD Tour -- and WOW what a nice coach. I am wondering if anyone has some...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-23-2010, 08:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,826
Posted By rv rick
I had some issues with my HWH automatic jacks...

I had some issues with my HWH automatic jacks when using them in automatic mode (would not level correctly). I then learned that the jacks use quite a bit of power and when checking the battery...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-13-2010, 07:31 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,454
Posted By rv rick
We parked next to a new 42' (driven by the WIT...

We parked next to a new 42' (driven by the WIT director) and got the complete "Tour" WOW! This thing is amazing. Residential fridge, Aquahot, and much more. As much as I like our 40TD, I must say...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-13-2010, 07:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,940
Posted By rv rick
I purchased our 2008 Tour 40' from them over the...

I purchased our 2008 Tour 40' from them over the Internet -- and had the coach delivered to us in Florida. Naturally, we were concerned about this distant purchase, but it worked out great. The coach...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-09-2010, 07:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,394
Posted By rv rick
This certainly does not mesh with my Winnebago...

This certainly does not mesh with my Winnebago factory service experiences. We have had our coach there 3 times for service (twice under warranty, once outside of warranty). In all cases they were...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-02-2010, 08:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,738
Posted By rv rick
I would support your earlier answers. Our current...

I would support your earlier answers. Our current Winnie Tour 40TD has been great for 3 years of fulltime living. Our earlier 2004 Journey worked well also. I have been very happy to have the...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 10-19-2010, 09:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,793
Posted By rv rick
I have used the Pressure Pro for three years and...

I have used the Pressure Pro for three years and it has worked flawlessly. I really like knowing the tire pressures on the coach and toad while we are underway.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-19-2010, 09:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,543
Posted By rv rick
We certainly have not had this sort of problem in...

We certainly have not had this sort of problem in our 2008 Tour TD. After 3 years of fulltiming, we have had no issues with the slides and the tile floor, windshield has been flawless, as has most of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-30-2010, 09:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,021
Posted By rv rick
Glad I saw this thread -- I have a fogged lens on...

Glad I saw this thread -- I have a fogged lens on a camera in our 2008 Tour and will call Winnebago tomorrow. They have always been very helpful to me in the past.

Thanks for the great information!
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-23-2010, 09:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,793
Posted By rv rick
While I have not had that experience, I did have...

While I have not had that experience, I did have loose slide toppers that would billow in the wind when the slides were extended. Winnebago re-tensioned them and things have been great ever since.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-05-2009, 05:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,724
Posted By rv rick
I think you will love the Tour! We have weighed...

I think you will love the Tour! We have weighed ours loaded with full fuel, water, and fulltiming (so it is loaded up). We were still about 1,500 pounds of carrying capacity left -- very happy about...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-04-2009, 06:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,724
Posted By rv rick
We would echo the praise for the Diesel. We have...

We would echo the praise for the Diesel. We have fulltimed in our Tour 40 for almost 2 years now and it has worked great. We love the power, smooth ride and living space. You will quickly get used to...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-25-2009, 06:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,826
Posted By rv rick
We also have a Tour and it has served us very...

We also have a Tour and it has served us very well for the last 18 months while we have fulltimed.

I pour bleach into the empty hose and then use the water pressure to flow it into the water...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-21-2009, 06:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,850
Posted By rv rick
Interesting discussion. We added a dishwasher to...

Interesting discussion. We added a dishwasher to our 2008 Tour 40TD (same Fisher Paykell as the Vectra) and it fits perfectly. Also, so far, I have enjoyed the basement air. We ended up being on 30...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-09-2009, 05:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,028
Posted By rv rick
Update on the pump -- just left Winnebago and the...

Update on the pump -- just left Winnebago and the pump was toast. Apparently it was an internal leak.

Thanks
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-31-2009, 05:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,028
Posted By rv rick
Vacuum pump on diesel--is it failing?

We have noticed that the vacuum pump on our 2008 Tour (which operates the heat/defroster ducts) has been running longer than it used to. I took the hose off the pump and put my finger on it to close...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-03-2009, 09:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,858
Posted By rv rick
Our 2008 Tour 40 TD did a good job last week in...

Our 2008 Tour 40 TD did a good job last week in 107 degree temps in Sacramento, CA. I think if I was in hotter areas, I might pull a slide in to minimize the area I was trying to cool.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-05-2009, 04:41 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,618
Posted By rv rick
Our 2004 Meridian suffered from this problem as...

Our 2004 Meridian suffered from this problem as well. I decided to do something and used a premium polyurethane construction adhesive (PL, I think -- from Lowes). I took the panel off, cleaned the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-03-2009, 04:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,212
Posted By rv rick
Great to hear from everyone. We were asked about...

Great to hear from everyone. We were asked about our mileage and I am happy to report that we are getting about 9 mpg. This is confirmed by hand calculation and the engine computer.

We run about...
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