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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-25-2023, 05:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 913
Posted By Podivin
To clear up this statement just a bit. The...

To clear up this statement just a bit. The generator does not have a low temperature safety, you can run it at any temp.

You can also turn on the heat pump at any temp, but it becomes much less...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 09-28-2022, 04:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 866
Posted By Podivin
You might want to start at the first link in the...

You might want to start at the first link in the chain, and make sure the breakers on the generator are turned on.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-23-2022, 03:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,454
Posted By Podivin
Crack open the skylight, take a hose up on the...

Crack open the skylight, take a hose up on the roof and spray water on and around the skylight. A quick check inside will determine if it's OK to leave the skylight open all the time.
I'm not...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-11-2022, 02:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 889
Posted By Podivin
There is probably a 'beauty ring' around that...

There is probably a 'beauty ring' around that vent on the inside, likely held in by four screws. Remove that ring and poke around to see if you can find unused 12 volt wires. You can remove this and...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-17-2022, 02:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,610
Posted By Podivin
To me it also looks like the top of the driveway...

To me it also looks like the top of the driveway is more nearly level than the bottom.
I see that the 24j is about 26' long, with a substantial rear overhang. The average double wide driveway is 20...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 03-16-2022, 05:27 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,254
Posted By Podivin
I don't worry about running my propane fridge,...

I don't worry about running my propane fridge, the same as I don't worry about that 80 gallon fuel tank that the engine is drawing from. As said above, it's just another fuel source.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 03-13-2022, 08:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 751
Posted By Podivin
If the TV has HDMI input then it should be able...

If the TV has HDMI input then it should be able to accept a signal from the Fire Stick, and probably from the iPhone too, but I'm not familiar with those.

Two things to try
1) If you have an...
Forum: Welcome Mat 03-13-2022, 08:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 712
Posted By Podivin
Welcome. We made that same change (though our...

Welcome.
We made that same change (though our boat was only 38'). You'll find that much of what you know about boats will transfer nicely to an RV, with a few surprises along the way that are very...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-10-2022, 03:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,228
Posted By Podivin
The same for me. It also improves the in town...

The same for me. It also improves the in town shift pattern. For me it was WELL worth the money.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-10-2022, 03:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,403
Posted By Podivin
There are plenty of inexpensive OBD2 code readers...

There are plenty of inexpensive OBD2 code readers to be found on Amazon, buy one of those, download an app to go with it and you can pull the code yourself. From there you can probably determine...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-10-2022, 03:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,871
Posted By Podivin
On mine; green = using shore or generator power...

On mine;
green = using shore or generator power (not inverting)
orange = inverting (using battery power to product 120 volt)
red = low battery voltage.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-01-2022, 01:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,248
Posted By Podivin
You are exactly right. I knew that 'L bracket'...

You are exactly right. I knew that 'L bracket' didn't seem right, but I couldn't think of the right term. Thanks for the assist.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-31-2021, 05:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,248
Posted By Podivin
A couple of ~3' L brackets would be the way I'd...

A couple of ~3' L brackets would be the way I'd go. That gives you about 2.5' to screw/bolt to the floor to secure it. Then the rest sticks out far enough for the chair to sit on the bracket. It...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 11-28-2021, 08:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,198
Posted By Podivin
We traveled with one until old age caught up with...

We traveled with one until old age caught up with her. Ours was never interested in rushing the door to get out, which was our main concern. We just let her have the run of the RV, even on travel...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 11-11-2021, 02:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,572
Posted By Podivin
Any place that makes counter tops for home use...

Any place that makes counter tops for home use can make them for an RV. You could probably start at Lowes or Home Depot, some place like that, I expect they have a 'counter top guy' that can do it. ...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-04-2021, 08:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,649
Posted By Podivin
Possibly due to less air flow on the inside dual...

Possibly due to less air flow on the inside dual than on the outside, plus just being closer to the hot running gear and exhaust.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-12-2021, 01:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,525
Posted By Podivin
I added this to mine, it made a huge difference ...

I added this to mine, it made a huge difference
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07RFK4FKS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

There are multiple versions, you'll need to make sure...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-14-2021, 01:00 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,499
Posted By Podivin
The butter cow is a must-see at the state fair! ...

The butter cow is a must-see at the state fair! :)
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-30-2021, 08:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,125
Posted By Podivin
Different RV, but I added a Bose soundbar without...

Different RV, but I added a Bose soundbar without subwoofer to both TVs (and to the one in the house). It makes a big difference over the TV speakers, even without a sub.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 07-27-2021, 12:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,727
Posted By Podivin
Unless some part of the trailer was TOUCHING the...

Unless some part of the trailer was TOUCHING the second scale it doesn't matter if it's just hanging over it. You may want to try again and try to center the wheels a bit, but I doubt that it would...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-23-2021, 08:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,824
Posted By Podivin
As for the inverter question, no don't turn it...

As for the inverter question, no don't turn it on.
1) The air conditioner isn't likely to be powered off the inverter.
2) The inverter probably doesn't actually 'work' when plugged in to shore...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 07-16-2021, 12:43 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,727
Posted By Podivin
I stand corrected, good news for the OP. :)

I stand corrected, good news for the OP. :)
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 07-16-2021, 10:43 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,727
Posted By Podivin
The only problem that I see with having a mounted...

The only problem that I see with having a mounted spare is that it will not fit on the inner duals since they use a different wheel. But a mounted spare has a 4 in 6 chance of being right, assuming...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-15-2021, 08:38 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,810
Posted By Podivin
As would I. I'd also be interested to learn...

As would I.
I'd also be interested to learn how you measured the air flow to know that it's double what it was before. Or would that be three times what it was. Hmm... so if air flow as improved...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 07-15-2021, 08:34 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,727
Posted By Podivin
You'll get lots of opinions on which service to...

You'll get lots of opinions on which service to use, or not use. Ultimately it's pretty much a crap shoot, roll the dice and hope for the best when you need to use them. :)
I use CoachNet. I've...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 07-15-2021, 05:32 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,727
Posted By Podivin
If all of your tires are the same size and you...

If all of your tires are the same size and you have space to carry a spare tire then you might want to do so, but ONLY the tire - not mounted on a wheel. That way if/when you have a flat you're not...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-13-2021, 05:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,328
Posted By Podivin
Wow, that is some seriously strong...

Wow, that is some seriously strong right-handed-ness if you have trouble putting a drink in a cup holder with your left hand. :)
Try checking various marine supply web sites, they use similar...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-11-2021, 05:52 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,916
Posted By Podivin
If the 'house speaker system' is powered though...

If the 'house speaker system' is powered though the radio then you MAY have an easy out. Some, not all, TVs have an option to send sound via bluetooth to a headset or other speakers. Many, not all,...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-21-2021, 11:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 615
Posted By Podivin
I don't understand wanting a single sink - how do...

I don't understand wanting a single sink - how do you wash dishes? (I'm assuming no dishwasher in the RV). We wash in one sink and rinse in the other.
When cooking I can wash veggies and such in one...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-15-2021, 11:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,485
Posted By Podivin
I run my RV air conditioners plugged at the...

I run my RV air conditioners plugged at the house, so yes they will for sure run on 15 amps.
FIRST thing I would do in your place is simply use a 15 to 30 amp 'dogbone' adapter on the external or...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-12-2021, 10:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,184
Posted By Podivin
I'd guess that you've got a clear plastic cover...

I'd guess that you've got a clear plastic cover over the front of your RV, like the 3M or Diamond Shied products. And what you're seeing as a missing cover is really the spot where the shield isn't...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-01-2021, 07:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,379
Posted By Podivin
We've been using a cover for lawn furniture, also...

We've been using a cover for lawn furniture, also used one for a grill. They were good for a couple of years each before giving up.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 05-01-2021, 07:37 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,170
Posted By Podivin
That 'TO USB' part is kind of a snag, as I'm sure...

That 'TO USB' part is kind of a snag, as I'm sure you've found. Most all the cables are designed to go from USB.
I wonder about a double converstion. From HDMI to VGA and the from VGA to USB. The...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-28-2021, 07:12 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,269
Posted By Podivin
I would expect the inverter to be connected...

I would expect the inverter to be connected directly to the batteries. They can pull a lot of power so fewest connections and the shortest cable run possible is the best route, with no extra to go to...
Forum: Welcome Mat 04-26-2021, 06:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 533
Posted By Podivin
When you say the leveling system isn't working...

When you say the leveling system isn't working properly - let's define 'properly' a bit more. Is it not working at all? Is it an auto leveling system that isn't level when it finishes? Is one of the...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-29-2021, 07:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,432
Posted By Podivin
Judging by the floor in the cabinet, it doesn't...

Judging by the floor in the cabinet, it doesn't appear to have been leaking. My guess is removed to winterize, which would be odd but VERY effective - it can't freeze if it's not there.
It's...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-27-2021, 02:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,114
Posted By Podivin
Yes. The negative to positive connections make...

Yes.
The negative to positive connections make the two 6 volt batteries act like one 12 volt. So in your picture you can think of two 12 volt batteries, one on each side.
Now you connect those...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 02-23-2021, 11:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,386
Posted By Podivin
I've read where people will fill the empty spaces...

I've read where people will fill the empty spaces in the fridge with pillows from the bed or couch throw pillows. They squish into the space and keep the food from jumping around on rough roads. ...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-23-2021, 11:01 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,497
Posted By Podivin
Operate on the assumption that you can run one...

Operate on the assumption that you can run one any high draw appliance at a time. I plug in on 15 amps at home and regularly run the air conditioner/heat pump, microwave, a heat gun and the water...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-21-2021, 11:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 677
Posted By Podivin
There is a DOT number stamped into the front of...

There is a DOT number stamped into the front of the headlight, usually at the very bottom. Using that you should be able to search for a replacement for it.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-24-2020, 09:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,087
Posted By Podivin
Agreed. Belt AND suspenders.

Agreed. Belt AND suspenders.
Forum: Welcome Mat 12-24-2020, 06:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 519
Posted By Podivin
I've driven by there many times, never stayed...

I've driven by there many times, never stayed there though. Looks like tight spots, but more than made up for by the great view and location. In Flagler Beach (the town) there are two good...
Forum: Welcome Mat 12-23-2020, 05:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 519
Posted By Podivin
Where in Flagler are you staying?

Where in Flagler are you staying?
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-21-2020, 08:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,361
Posted By Podivin
I made the same switch with the same results,...

I made the same switch with the same results, couldn't tell a difference in ride, handling (such as 'handling' is in an RV) or road noise.
I'm on 22.5s, so different than the OP as far as that goes.
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 11-26-2020, 11:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,324
Posted By Podivin
You have choices of both campgrounds and springs...

You have choices of both campgrounds and springs near Salt Springs in the Ocala National Forest.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-05-2020, 12:30 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,449
Posted By Podivin
I'm afraid I'm going to have to disagree with...

I'm afraid I'm going to have to disagree with Morich. The transfer switch could be bad, which is what's causing the batteries not to charge when running on generator.
However if ANY 120 volt AC...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-05-2020, 08:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,449
Posted By Podivin
In addition to what the other gents have said,...

In addition to what the other gents have said, have you checked the breakers on the generator? There are breakers right up front, they look more like little switches than breakers (to me) could be...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-20-2020, 08:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,345
Posted By Podivin
I think the real moral of this story is 'trust...

I think the real moral of this story is 'trust but verify'.
Sure they fixed it, it works great - it wouldn't hurt to LOOK and see what they did. You might notice something like a hose under stress...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-20-2020, 08:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,150
Posted By Podivin
I agree with what has been said, but I come down...

I agree with what has been said, but I come down on the other side of the 'should you winterize' answer.
If it's mid 30s during the day and 20s at night, no need to winterize. However I lived in Ia...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-01-2020, 11:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,164
Posted By Podivin
Yes. An auto leveling system can be re-centered...

Yes. An auto leveling system can be re-centered to what YOU declare to be level. The process differs by manufacturer, but basically you manually level the rig to suit you, then tell the system that...
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