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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-09-2017, 09:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,924
Posted By Cousin Ed
We bought an '05 Suncruiser 37B in Aug. '04. We...

We bought an '05 Suncruiser 37B in Aug. '04. We used it for 6 six years and 63,000 miles. We had no serious problems and not many little ones. Jean still misses her bedroom lounge! We also had...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-07-2017, 04:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,674
Posted By Cousin Ed
We considered a 34Y but bought an '11 40L because...

We considered a 34Y but bought an '11 40L because they changed the transmission from the 3000 to the 2500. We wanted to tow a full size pickup and it would have been too close with the 2500 trans. ...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-12-2017, 08:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,673
Posted By Cousin Ed
Maybe ebay? We had one on our Suncruiser and it...

Maybe ebay? We had one on our Suncruiser and it was the handiest thing. Really missed on our Journey. Good luck.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 06-01-2017, 02:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,224
Posted By Cousin Ed
It is simple you are going too fast. If you...

It is simple you are going too fast. If you start at 50 mph next time do 40. When you brake slow done at least 10 mph. If it's still too much get down to 20 or 30. Don't worry who's behind you...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-21-2017, 04:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,695
Posted By Cousin Ed
It should run both compressors on the genset and...

It should run both compressors on the genset and also on 30 amp service as long as not much else is on.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-15-2017, 08:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,424
Posted By Cousin Ed
We had an '01 Adventurer, an '05 Suncruiser and...

We had an '01 Adventurer, an '05 Suncruiser and an '11 Journey for a total of over 160,000 miles and all held up very well. Maybe a piece of molding came loose here and there but they were all great!
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-04-2017, 03:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,580
Posted By Cousin Ed
I think so too, but it's a '17 let the dealer...

I think so too, but it's a '17 let the dealer figure it out!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-30-2017, 08:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,010
Posted By Cousin Ed
It could be a battery temperature sensor. We had...

It could be a battery temperature sensor. We had one on our '11 Journey which I had to replace. It gave a warning at the EMS display.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-04-2017, 12:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,788
Posted By Cousin Ed
We had a 2010/11 Journey 40L one of the locks...

We had a 2010/11 Journey 40L one of the locks broke as the tech was conducting the PDI. There is a tiny micro switch which was easily damaged. They fixed it but it took a week to get the parts. We...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-27-2016, 09:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,900
Posted By Cousin Ed
We have had 3 Winnebagos and I have had to repair...

We have had 3 Winnebagos and I have had to repair the gutter seams on all of them. Over about 170,000 miles I have replaced about 12 feet of caulking, at the most 20 feet. I don't like getting on...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-25-2016, 08:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,769
Posted By Cousin Ed
I think everyone has had that problem sooner or...

I think everyone has had that problem sooner or later. We had 4 small windows fixed on this MH and I know people with Country Coaches and Entegras have had the same problem. There are lost of shops...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-14-2016, 07:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,496
Posted By Cousin Ed
The plug just pulls up, and yes make sure the...

The plug just pulls up, and yes make sure the jacks are retracted. If you fill when they are down you will have a fine mess when you retract them. I am not admitting anything!!!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-04-2016, 01:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,245
Posted By Cousin Ed
Might check the bulbs too.

Might check the bulbs too.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-09-2016, 07:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,168
Posted By Cousin Ed
Amazon

Amazon
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-29-2016, 01:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,533
Posted By Cousin Ed
We had a Suncruiser 37B (37'11") we crossed the...

We had a Suncruiser 37B (37'11") we crossed the USA 6 times (63,000+miles) while towing a Colorado crew 4x4. Sure it slowed down climbing giant mountains but so does our diesel. It was a very good...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-14-2016, 03:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,913
Posted By Cousin Ed
We had a 2001 Adventurer (Ford), a 2005...

We had a 2001 Adventurer (Ford), a 2005 Suncruiser (Workhorse) and they were fine the ride was not great but not bad. We now have a Journey (Freightliner) and it is far and away better, in ride,...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-01-2016, 08:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,265
Posted By Cousin Ed
Ours came with the 3M and the replacements were...

Ours came with the 3M and the replacements were about $50.00 and hard to locate. So I bought a new system at Lowe's for about $35.00 and replacements for $15.00. I took about 10 minutes to switch...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-08-2016, 07:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,650
Posted By Cousin Ed
We had a 35' Adventurer, a 38' Suncruiser and now...

We had a 35' Adventurer, a 38' Suncruiser and now the Journey. They were all great but the Journey is far and away better for traveling. Once you stop the are all about the same, except our Journey...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-17-2015, 10:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,819
Posted By Cousin Ed
The Destination was available on a UFO and a...

The Destination was available on a UFO and a Freightliner XC chassis. They produced both.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-16-2015, 02:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,819
Posted By Cousin Ed
We have had an an Adventurer (Ford), a Suncruiser...

We have had an an Adventurer (Ford), a Suncruiser (Workhorse) and now a Journey. I test drove a UFO and liked it but the price over a gas was too much for the benefits, to me.
Also usually it's...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-25-2015, 06:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,555
Posted By Cousin Ed
We have a sponsor here RV UPGRADES, which I have...

We have a sponsor here RV UPGRADES, which I have found to be very good.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-28-2015, 01:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,579
Posted By Cousin Ed
You really have to sit there with the manual. ...

You really have to sit there with the manual. It;s easy if you have the book on your lap... impossible without it. Or maybe I'm just getting old!
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 08-15-2015, 08:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,637
Posted By Cousin Ed
I use a "friction mount" like a bean bag, about...

I use a "friction mount" like a bean bag, about $15 from Amazon. It works great. Before I got it I used the suction mount on the side window. It was OK but sometimes when the window temperature...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-04-2015, 10:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,392
Posted By Cousin Ed
We have had both. There used to be a slight...

We have had both. There used to be a slight difference (list on our 2005 Suncrusier was $2000 more than an Adventurer) but now there appears to be no difference. They have the exact same list...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-15-2015, 12:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,137
Posted By Cousin Ed
I went to Lowes and bought a system for about $30...

I went to Lowes and bought a system for about $30 and some replacement elements for $15. I does the same thing and fits the same spot. Take about 10 minutes.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-19-2015, 04:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,733
Posted By Cousin Ed
Your motoraid runs through the furnace ducts and...

Your motoraid runs through the furnace ducts and will keep the basement from freezing. We traveled with our Adventure and Suncruiser in the teens and single digits. If you can't get electric, I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-21-2015, 05:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,423
Posted By Cousin Ed
Call Atwood; they were very helpful. There is a...

Call Atwood; they were very helpful. There is a little fuse type wire (fuse-able link?) that was the problem. They sent me 2!
Forum: Welcome Mat 12-15-2014, 08:25 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,749
Posted By Cousin Ed
Winnebago is always very helpful; call them!

Winnebago is always very helpful; call them!
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-23-2014, 12:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,576
Posted By Cousin Ed
I use plastic putty knives, different sizes. ...

I use plastic putty knives, different sizes. Work your way around the vent; they bend easily.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-02-2014, 11:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,137
Posted By Cousin Ed
In 2010 we traded our '05 Suncruiser 37B with...

In 2010 we traded our '05 Suncruiser 37B with 63,000 miles. The dealer gave us about $50,000 and they listed it for $69,999. It didn't sell for about 2 years and they sold it for about $40,000 in...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-14-2014, 08:26 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,559
Posted By Cousin Ed
Power Gear says NEVER operate the slides without...

Power Gear says NEVER operate the slides without the engine running!
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-28-2014, 03:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,495
Posted By Cousin Ed
I was able to adjust ours for another 20 - 30 ft...

I was able to adjust ours for another 20 - 30 ft of view and still see most of the tow bar. I had to grind some of the top of the cover openning, or it just cut the top of the picture.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-23-2014, 02:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,878
Posted By Cousin Ed
I think the BIG difference is the Y had a...

I think the BIG difference is the Y had a recliner and the B has the l shape sofa.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-21-2014, 06:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,159
Posted By Cousin Ed
We use plastic totes of the right height, marked...

We use plastic totes of the right height, marked with a Sharpie. We have lots of room so some are empty, but ready for great finds!
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-13-2014, 02:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,876
Posted By Cousin Ed
We like the 2009 better that the 2010 when they...

We like the 2009 better that the 2010 when they changed the trans and made the driver's side TV a $2000 option. We bought a 2010 40L which came in titled as an 11 and paid $180,000 NEW. $150,000 is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-12-2014, 06:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,959
Posted By Cousin Ed
You're correct on all. Under the dash near the...

You're correct on all. Under the dash near the steering column will be a plastic bag with all the wiring for a CB.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-06-2014, 08:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,787
Posted By Cousin Ed
We order a 2010 Journey. It was delivered in...

We order a 2010 Journey. It was delivered in June '10 with 2010 colors etc. but it is on a 2011 chassis. It's titled and insured as an '11.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-31-2014, 12:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,979
Posted By Cousin Ed
We had a 37B-W22 which we loved. We crossed the...

We had a 37B-W22 which we loved. We crossed the USA 5 times plus 5 Cape Cod to FL trips about 65K miles. We traveled with 1/3 water and plenty of stuff and were never over weight. We had the W/D...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-14-2013, 08:17 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 13,935
Posted By Cousin Ed
We did factory tours at: Monaco, NewMar, Tiffin...

We did factory tours at: Monaco, NewMar, Tiffin and Winnebago. Winnebago has the most modern facility. We looked at many motor homes before we bought and we think Winnebago has the best BANG for...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-06-2013, 07:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,323
Posted By Cousin Ed
Try a small wooden wedge. Tap it in with a light...

Try a small wooden wedge. Tap it in with a light hammer blow. You should be able to dislodge it with a hit to the bottom of the leg with the heal of your hand. That is of course if it is the way...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-31-2013, 11:05 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,936
Posted By Cousin Ed
We went to the Winnebago, NewMar, Tiffin and...

We went to the Winnebago, NewMar, Tiffin and Monaco factories. We liked the way they build Winnies the best. We are on our 3rd Winnie.
I would also consider a NewMar if we buy another.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-06-2013, 08:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,106
Posted By Cousin Ed
I also agree. Our bathroom doesn't have a...

I also agree. Our bathroom doesn't have a window; so we always leave a hall window open. I fill the bowl with a lot of water then flush very quickly. Rinse & flush quickly until it's clean. As...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-17-2013, 08:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,540
Posted By Cousin Ed
Just to be safe I always use a regulator (Watts...

Just to be safe I always use a regulator (Watts form Lowes or HD) but I too would guess your problem is in the toilet valve.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-03-2013, 10:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,802
Posted By Cousin Ed
We have a 40L which has crossed the country...

We have a 40L which has crossed the country round-trip three times and made three other 3000 mile trips, 35k+ total. We love it. The only change I would make is front tires that did not have to run...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-03-2013, 10:46 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,728
Posted By Cousin Ed
I have had seperate dealers show me the invoice...

I have had seperate dealers show me the invoice sheet for the Journey and the Adventurer. If you multiply the list price by 71.34% you get very close to the invoice. Vehicle and options are the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-19-2013, 09:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,196
Posted By Cousin Ed
We have had lock problens; so we don't use them. ...

We have had lock problens; so we don't use them. We did have the front pass. slide not work properly. There is a reset button under the switch on the wall. A very good local tech got it working,...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-08-2013, 03:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,648
Posted By Cousin Ed
We had a wonderful Suncruiser 37B for 6 years. ...

We had a wonderful Suncruiser 37B for 6 years. All that stuff is pretty easy. The air filter is right behind the "hood"; the oil filter is reached under the engine ( 6 qt.); the fuel filter is in...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-27-2013, 08:04 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,833
Posted By Cousin Ed
We only do about five months a year in our...

We only do about five months a year in our Journey. We went back and forth between our 40L and the 34Y....MANY TIMES!!!! Either would have worked but Jean loved the fireplace and the Frieghtliner...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-25-2012, 10:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,677
Posted By Cousin Ed
Our plug is in the electrical cord bay. There is...

Our plug is in the electrical cord bay. There is a one plug outlet. Our switch is on the main control panel. You should not leave it on too long; it will evaporate your coolant. If we are leaving...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-05-2012, 10:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,550
Posted By Cousin Ed
We had a 2005 on the W22 and drove it for 63,000...

We had a 2005 on the W22 and drove it for 63,000 miles. We had the washer/dryer so we had to be careful loading it, but we did fine. We always went out for either two or three months; so we carried...
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