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Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-08-2020, 07:26 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,114
Posted By Old Crows
Good advice!

Good advice!
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-08-2020, 07:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,114
Posted By Old Crows
StephensService is a discredited source. Advise...

StephensService is a discredited source. Advise caution if you buy into his advice. Plus....it is years old. Malarkey to be kind.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-02-2020, 09:05 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,114
Posted By Old Crows
OM-642..... 229.52 5W30 ONLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ...

OM-642..... 229.52 5W30 ONLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Change the oil when the Sprinter tells you to... check your manual. somewhere around 10K, or more, on the oil. It has an oil quality monitor similar...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-18-2020, 07:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,402
Posted By Old Crows
......OK, so it didn’t come with the “optional...

......OK, so it didn’t come with the “optional LED” lights. Getting bent over it raises your BP and cortisol levels. Sours the milk in the fridge. Take a couple deep, slow breaths.... chant a...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-18-2020, 07:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,179
Posted By Old Crows
Thank You Creativepart! Well played Sir! ...

Thank You Creativepart! Well played Sir!

Caveat emptor!
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-04-2020, 03:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,266
Posted By Old Crows
Yes... here in "Heart of Texas Hill Country" the...

Yes... here in "Heart of Texas Hill Country" the water is nearly stone and has a high Ph. You really need a water softener or conditioner on your house system if you want it to last.



RVs? ...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 03-04-2020, 03:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,114
Posted By Old Crows
Our 2014 View Profile has a dual fuel Atwood WH. ...

Our 2014 View Profile has a dual fuel Atwood WH. I heat the water just before we shove off using LP. Stays warm enough for several hours of travel. We use the electric heater on shore power in...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 02-01-2020, 06:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,371
Posted By Old Crows
Yes. That would be the “next step”. Circulation...

Yes. That would be the “next step”. Circulation fan is independently controlled via the FAN switch on the ‘stat. There should be a HI/LO switch on the ‘stat. Cycle that a couple times. If it...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 01-31-2020, 05:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,371
Posted By Old Crows
Absent a failure on the compressor or system...

Absent a failure on the compressor or system failure, the heat pump auto shuts down around 40F as it is not effective heating below 40F. It auto shifts to furnace. It will not restart until the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-03-2019, 09:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,139
Posted By Old Crows
OK.... trying to not get my feathers in a ruffle!...

OK.... trying to not get my feathers in a ruffle! Or be a grumpy Crow.

Guys! The OP said: "New here and to motor home. 1997 Itasca Sunrise with Chevrolet L29 454 cid consistently runs at 210...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 12-01-2019, 07:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,149
Posted By Old Crows
The Unit requires 12V DC to operate it’s brain...

The Unit requires 12V DC to operate it’s brain from the coach battery. The coach Master Electrical Switch has to be ON. Then.... 12V DC cooling is provided only by the alternator (engine running...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 11-29-2019, 11:24 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,021
Posted By Old Crows
Air return intake for the propane heater,...

Air return intake for the propane heater, right?????


On our '14 View Profile, there is a fancy grate under the wardrobe and drawers. The grate/vent/louvers is screwed on to the wooden frame....
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-28-2019, 01:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,139
Posted By Old Crows
‘44, BEFORE you get too involved here spending...

‘44, BEFORE you get too involved here spending a lot of time and money chasing what appears to be a non-problem. ..... maybe this will help.

Your engine’s operating temperature sounds right. ...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-21-2019, 02:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,245
Posted By Old Crows
:cool: Crows are intelligent. Jokers.... but...

:cool: Crows are intelligent. Jokers.... but not tricksters like coyote..... we don't take ourselves too seriously..... we bring good luck. Often confused with cousin Raven



Native...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-21-2019, 12:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,245
Posted By Old Crows
:rofl: ;):D:):cool::clap::2funny::goodjob:

:rofl: ;):D:):cool::clap::2funny::goodjob:
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-21-2019, 09:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,245
Posted By Old Crows
On those hills I will yield and hug the right...

On those hills I will yield and hug the right lane, Sir! Just honk when you go by.....


And, if necessary, I'll weather vane behind your 40 footer to improve your aerodynamics and may provide an...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-12-2019, 11:09 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,571
Posted By Old Crows
Thanks for posting CreativePart..... ...

Thanks for posting CreativePart.....



Interesting article even though it seemed to 'ramble' a bit in parts. Our View Profile is our third RV. Being a 14, it appears to have a bit better...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-06-2019, 04:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,245
Posted By Old Crows
'xcuse us' ..... What do you mean by lack of...

'xcuse us' ..... What do you mean by lack of power? What are your expectations? Mother Benz says everything is copacetic.... right?



In our experience (we don't tow but refer to others who...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 10-31-2019, 11:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,754
Posted By Old Crows
OK... so just how many WATTS is your "little"...

OK... so just how many WATTS is your "little" space heater?



What is the ambient outdoor temperature?



Our 1500-1600W ceramic cube heater (a little man, not a big box) with a fan will...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 10-01-2019, 06:59 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,575
Posted By Old Crows
Thumbs up Thanks CaliCruzer! True! That is the issue. ...

Thanks CaliCruzer! True! That is the issue. Now whether or not it is a significant hazard or contributor to tire safety or longevity remains un evaluated and undocumented. At best, it prevents...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-29-2019, 04:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,627
Posted By Old Crows
Because they were too busy buying NEWMAR.... why...

Because they were too busy buying NEWMAR.... why would you have a redundant line of product. More money for the CEOs and fleeting profits for investors.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-26-2019, 05:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,079
Posted By Old Crows
FWIW.... "40° F Keep the...

FWIW....


"40° F

Keep the refrigerator temperature at or below 40° F (4° C). The freezer temperature should be 0° F (-18° C). Check temperatures periodically." (from the FDA.GOV web...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-19-2019, 10:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 709
Posted By Old Crows
YIKES! :facepalm::blink::eek: Well better the...

YIKES! :facepalm::blink::eek: Well better the strut than the hood. :thumb: I priced them on the 'net'. About $7-10 for a replacement + shipping. Not too pricey.



(Thinking out loud...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 09-18-2019, 06:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,575
Posted By Old Crows
:rofl::laugh::D:cool: Indeed, sometimes...

:rofl::laugh::D:cool:


Indeed, sometimes easier to put fairey dust and unicorn sparkles under your tires than to appreciate the science..
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-18-2019, 08:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 709
Posted By Old Crows
Kayak..... Buddy!!!!!! You bent the hood...

Kayak..... Buddy!!!!!!

You bent the hood prop!!!!! And didn't bend the hood?

Good advice. Always push the strut away from you and hold till you have lowered the hood a couple inches.....
...
Forum: Welcome Mat 09-17-2019, 08:55 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 521
Posted By Old Crows
Welcome! :dance:

Welcome!
:dance:
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 09-15-2019, 03:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,575
Posted By Old Crows
Not to be overly Geeky here.... Radon (Rn-222)...

Not to be overly Geeky here.... Radon (Rn-222) is the decay product of Radium-226. Rn222 decays to Polonium; Po218 to lead, PB-214. Rn222 atom decays by a single alpha particle emission ...a...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 09-13-2019, 08:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,575
Posted By Old Crows
I've no data. However, considering that untold...

I've no data. However, considering that untold numbers of RVs and trailers are stored for long periods (and sometimes really! Long periods) on concrete and all other surfaces without tire damage it...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 09-11-2019, 06:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 586
Posted By Old Crows
I dont know about Dometic but PerfectCasitas has...

I dont know about Dometic but PerfectCasitas has a condenser fan speed reduction for Coleman Mach 8 units which are horribly noisy. The circulation fan on Mach 8s are two speed and remain so.
...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 09-10-2019, 12:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,822
Posted By Old Crows
PWR..... Thank you for your feed back. I concur....

PWR..... Thank you for your feed back. I concur. I've spent too much time in the back of a 'deuce and a half'. I want a compliant ride and adequate, predictable handling. Besides, these beasts...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 09-06-2019, 12:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,129
Posted By Old Crows
Yes it will. Just be very gentle.... caress it...

Yes it will. Just be very gentle.... caress it off and on.... :thumb:
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 09-06-2019, 12:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,129
Posted By Old Crows
What 'bagol' said. Just use care and pry it off...

What 'bagol' said. Just use care and pry it off a little bit at a time going around the edge of the simulator until you can get it nearly off. You do not want to bend or distort it AND you don't...
Forum: Welcome Mat 09-01-2019, 02:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 527
Posted By Old Crows
Howdy! Welcome!

Howdy! Welcome!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-31-2019, 03:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,692
Posted By Old Crows
Onan makes a resonator for your genny. I...

Onan makes a resonator for your genny. I installed one on our '10 Ventura class B years back. It will slightly reduce the sound level by knocking off the high frequency ringing in the exhaust note....
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 08-31-2019, 03:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,940
Posted By Old Crows
Yeaaaaaa Buddy!!!! :dance::dance::thumb::thumb:

Yeaaaaaa Buddy!!!! :dance::dance::thumb::thumb:
Forum: Welcome Mat 08-30-2019, 05:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 770
Posted By Old Crows
Ist dieser Ihr RV? 1993 30' Chieftan ...

Ist dieser Ihr RV? 1993 30' Chieftan


https://youtu.be/J3c8uf2QqBk

Chieftan-Handbücher * Diagramme

https://m.winnebagoind.com/product-resources/product-information
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-30-2019, 03:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,115
Posted By Old Crows
Leave! Immediately. That cover won't last 10...

Leave! Immediately. That cover won't last 10 minutes in a heavy wind.....
Forum: Welcome Mat 08-30-2019, 03:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 770
Posted By Old Crows
Wir versuchen...... Viel Glück mit Ihrer...

Wir versuchen...... Viel Glück mit Ihrer Reparatur! Fühlen Sie sich frei, wieder zu kommen, wenn Sie mehr Probleme haben.
Forum: Welcome Mat 08-28-2019, 03:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 770
Posted By Old Crows
Begrüßen Sie und hallo von Texas! Das ist...

Begrüßen Sie und hallo von Texas!


Das ist ein sehr nett aussehender Camper!
Stellen Sie Fragen hier, und Leute werden versuchen zu helfen.

Sicheres Reisen!!


Alte Krähen
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 08-28-2019, 10:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,020
Posted By Old Crows
Based on a friend's experience........ the first...

Based on a friend's experience........ the first thing to do is to verify that the FUSE is good. He spent days futzing with his Heki trying to sort out a motor/gear problem. The fuse was blown BUT...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 08-22-2019, 11:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,940
Posted By Old Crows
????? And did that replacement part FIX...

?????


And did that replacement part FIX the problem????



:popcorn:
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 08-18-2019, 04:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,377
Posted By Old Crows
Thanks CGK. Been looking at that mod.

Thanks CGK. Been looking at that mod.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-10-2019, 10:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,221
Posted By Old Crows
Thanks Kayak!!! Always great to have the Up...

Thanks Kayak!!! Always great to have the Up Fitter's Guidance!



Seeing this problem with the 3200 diesel genny..... again and again.... makes a Crow glad he has the 3600 LP. Not trying to...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 08-01-2019, 12:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,296
Posted By Old Crows
Leo, As you said, Luan rots when it is wet. ...

Leo, As you said, Luan rots when it is wet. Precisely why I'd steer well clear of anything with 'luan' or thin ply wood in an exterior structure, Thin ply wood may have been used (probably was...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 07-31-2019, 01:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,472
Posted By Old Crows
"Many".... RVs have a 3-way Automatic selecting...

"Many".... RVs have a 3-way Automatic selecting refrigerator. Meaning they require 12V DC to operate their 'brains' but use the most efficient (or available) energy source when on AUTO.

So,...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-30-2019, 08:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,296
Posted By Old Crows
Luan? For exterior structural components? Maybe...

Luan? For exterior structural components? Maybe for some non structural bits like a lavatory door..... but outside where it's subjected to the stresses of heat, cold and moisture? Probably not a...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-23-2019, 12:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,940
Posted By Old Crows
JC, I had both installed by professional...

JC, I had both installed by professional installers. It's rather pricey material and they can do it in a few hours.... depends on how much glass you cover. Sorry, I don't recall the exact costs...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-23-2019, 07:01 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,940
Posted By Old Crows
JC, Yes Sir. On 2010 Class B and our...

JC, Yes Sir.

On 2010 Class B and our 2014 View Profile. Worth every farthing you spend.

Some Home Depot or Lowes.....some tinted shops have a simple demo so you can see how effective it...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-21-2019, 05:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,940
Posted By Old Crows
You know, after owning two Sprinters (a '10 and a...

You know, after owning two Sprinters (a '10 and a 14), I smugly thought I knew and understood how that dang Mercedes HVAC worked....... I did.... but didn't..... Thanks to "Bagel-Man", I was humbled...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-30-2019, 09:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,556
Posted By Old Crows
We have used a portable EMS/SP for at least 15...

We have used a portable EMS/SP for at least 15 years on all of our RVs. Never had an issue as described above. ???Why would you put the EMS/SP on the generator power cable????? That is a "known"...
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