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Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-09-2024, 10:31 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,741
Posted By hfbundy
I drive a 2016 Vista. I experienced a lot of tail...

I drive a 2016 Vista. I experienced a lot of tail wagging from trucks passing and some rut steering. Last year I had my son install a rear track bar. On my recent drive from northwest Washington to...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-30-2020, 11:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,844
Posted By hfbundy
I bought it from Amazon. I believe the model...

I bought it from Amazon. I believe the model number is A010169LF 2"-3/4"
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-16-2019, 11:34 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,994
Posted By hfbundy
I thought I was lucky and recently plugged into a...

I thought I was lucky and recently plugged into a miswired 220 volt 4-prong receptacle with my 220 volt/110 volt adapter. Apparently it sent 220 volt power to my 110 volt system. The damage I have...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-13-2019, 12:29 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,437
Posted By hfbundy
I saw the same recommendation and tried CRC power...

I saw the same recommendation and tried CRC power lube on the gears only. One of them had been squeaking and it stopped immediately. I looked at a U tube video for applying it, but I don't know how...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-16-2019, 08:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,844
Posted By hfbundy
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Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-13-2019, 12:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,844
Posted By hfbundy
OK, when I posted the comment it was here.

OK, when I posted the comment it was here.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-13-2019, 12:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,844
Posted By hfbundy
Thanks to all for your suggestions. It turned out...

Thanks to all for your suggestions. It turned out that the check valve was leaking. I replaced the plastic city water fixture with check valve with one that had a brass housing. I am not sure how...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-11-2019, 09:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,844
Posted By hfbundy
rarebear.nn would you happen to know what size...

rarebear.nn would you happen to know what size Sharkbite valve would be required. I see a 1/2x1/2 on Amazon that several commenters say they used on RVs.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-03-2019, 08:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,844
Posted By hfbundy
Leak on City Water Inlet Fitting

On my 2016 Vista LX 30T I have a small leak (cups a day) on the city water connection fitting. Drops appear between the flange and mounting service. It appears to be a low pressure leak when I am not...
Forum: Winnebago Class B Motorhomes 04-01-2019, 02:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,726
Posted By hfbundy
Sprinter 4x4 Chassis

I am pretty much set on a 4x4 chassis if I buy a Class B motorhome. I am also pretty much set on sleeping in my living area to allow more room for storage, kitchen, etc. as well as making use of the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-06-2019, 02:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 911
Posted By hfbundy
This was a factory defect on early 2016 models....

This was a factory defect on early 2016 models. You cannot watch a movie with the jacks down. I wrote a letter to Winnebago and had several discussions with my dealer. Winnebago had corrected on...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-30-2018, 11:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,631
Posted By hfbundy
I apply 303 once a year on my 2016 Vista which I...

I apply 303 once a year on my 2016 Vista which I purchased in 2015 and it still looks like new. I also use it on all the rubber seals, which I consider very important. I have been using it on...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-16-2018, 11:51 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 24,692
Posted By hfbundy
My experience only applies to a 2016 Vista 30T...

My experience only applies to a 2016 Vista 30T with the 6 speed transmission. It has an 18,000# GVWR chassis with a 4.7 rear axle ratio. At 60 mph the engine rpm is 1750. I flat tow a 2014 Subaru XV...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-12-2018, 12:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,915
Posted By hfbundy
Well this is turning out to be a much larger...

Well this is turning out to be a much larger problem than the mobile RV technician led me to believe. I had plenty of fluid in my system when the motor burnt up. I camp in primitive areas most of the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-29-2018, 09:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,915
Posted By hfbundy
I just went through this in April on my 2016...

I just went through this in April on my 2016 Vista 30T. The technician who originally diagnosed the burnt up motor and manually retracted my jacks stated that this was a rare problem. However, you...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-07-2018, 08:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,338
Posted By hfbundy
Well I had only looked at the reset procedure on...

Well I had only looked at the reset procedure on the Ford forum before I read the trouble warnings from members on the Winnebago forum. After resetting the trouble alarms I lowered my jacks. A couple...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-02-2018, 09:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,338
Posted By hfbundy
I had pressed enter and retract buttons at the...

I had pressed enter and retract buttons at the same time with clearing the trouble messages. A gentlemen on the Ford forum said the buttons had to held for at least 5 seconds. That worked. I am...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-31-2018, 08:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,338
Posted By hfbundy
Failure of LCI Leveler

When I left Lake Mead on Thursday, the leveling jacks retracted almost normally, although I heard something like a crunching sound when they were almost retracted. I stopped several times before...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-06-2017, 03:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,130
Posted By hfbundy
Why is it the owner's responsibility to diagnose...

Why is it the owner's responsibility to diagnose this problem?
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-03-2017, 02:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,410
Posted By hfbundy
All of my larger LEDs have been replaced....

All of my larger LEDs have been replaced. Winnebago had a courtesy extended warranty on them. If convenient, I would check with my Winnebago dealer first. They might even replace them for you.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-07-2017, 01:13 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,931
Posted By hfbundy
Lakejumper, you are welcome and I am happy you...

Lakejumper, you are welcome and I am happy you resolved this issue satisfactorily.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-27-2017, 05:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,931
Posted By hfbundy
I couldn't get my closest Ford dealer to update...

I couldn't get my closest Ford dealer to update the ECU. The service manager told me that they would have done it if it had been a recall. For a bulletin he said they had to confirm the condition and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-26-2017, 08:19 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,931
Posted By hfbundy
Same experience with the lights. You are the...

Same experience with the lights. You are the first person who has stated a cause. Winnebago was making a courtesy extension of the warranty on the LED lights.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-25-2017, 10:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,931
Posted By hfbundy
Regarding the fuel economy, I get a little under...

Regarding the fuel economy, I get a little under 9 mpg running light and not towing my Subaru. Almost anywhere I go from home involves mountain driving. Loaded for the winter and towing the Subaru XV...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-25-2017, 07:30 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,931
Posted By hfbundy
Lakejumper, you are doing a number on your...

Lakejumper, you are doing a number on your brakes. You need to contact Ford. It is TSB 16-106. Yes it should shift down every time you touch and release your brakes when engaged. There are about a...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-24-2017, 02:49 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,931
Posted By hfbundy
Lakejumper, I am happy that you found our...

Lakejumper, I am happy that you found our feedback helpful. Just out of curiosity, did the tow haul feature on your transmission work? It would be interesting to know how many are out their that have...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-21-2017, 10:47 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,931
Posted By hfbundy
You are wrong. I have a 2016 Vista 30T and it was...

You are wrong. I have a 2016 Vista 30T and it was one of the earliest models with the 2016 F53 chassis with the 6 speed tranny. I waited to order until I was sure I was getting the 2016 F53. Unlike...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-19-2017, 04:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,111
Posted By hfbundy
There is a recall notice for loose connections in...

There is a recall notice for loose connections in the transfer switch for my 2016 Vista 30T. When I had it implemented, wires were burnt due to the loose connections. Winnebago told them to trim the...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-30-2017, 01:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,777
Posted By hfbundy
You assume the tank is designed for 50 psi...

You assume the tank is designed for 50 psi internal pressure. Although you could be right, if you are wrong and rupture it, the repair bill will be thousands of dollars. Personally I will not take...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-24-2017, 08:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,936
Posted By hfbundy
The Cabelas size 30 are rated at 110 ampere hours...

The Cabelas size 30 are rated at 110 ampere hours each. I have 440 ampere hour capacity with two 150 solar panels. Because I only have a 1000 watt inverter, I cannot run large appliances like my...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-24-2017, 08:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,777
Posted By hfbundy
Not all models have gravity fill. They did away...

Not all models have gravity fill. They did away with it in all models about 10 years ago. I call the ones that have it the Bundy option. I raised so much hell about it not being available when I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-24-2017, 04:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,930
Posted By hfbundy
I have solar panels with a dual controller and...

I have solar panels with a dual controller and never have to worry about that issue.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-24-2017, 04:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,936
Posted By hfbundy
I like AGMs. They cost 2 or 3 times as much, but...

I like AGMs. They cost 2 or 3 times as much, but my experience suggest that their life expectancy is 2 or 3 times greater. I have 4 Cabelas, size 30.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-12-2017, 01:40 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,862
Posted By hfbundy
If you buy knew, it would be worth checking out...

If you buy knew, it would be worth checking out the reputation of your dealer. You can plan on taking it back at least 3 or 4 times in the first year. My dealer has a good representation for fixing...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-29-2016, 08:06 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 24,692
Posted By hfbundy
Beau388 gave the best answer. I have 10,000 miles...

Beau388 gave the best answer. I have 10,000 miles on a 2016 Vista 30T. If mileage is important to you, slow down. I too drive 55-62 mph. The worst I have achieved was 7.8 mpg towing my Subaru XV...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-22-2016, 10:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,581
Posted By hfbundy
If the chassis battery is identical to the coach...

If the chassis battery is identical to the coach batteries, a jumper should not be a problem. However, on my previous coach I jumpered AGM coach batteries to a conventional chassis battery and the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-18-2016, 10:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,440
Posted By hfbundy
On my 2016 Vista I keep a close eye on my...

On my 2016 Vista I keep a close eye on my temperature when outside temperature gets down to about 35 degrees. The heat pump will usually freeze up and start blowing cold air. I turn it off and switch...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-17-2016, 01:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,111
Posted By hfbundy
The dealer I purchased my 2016 Vista LX 30T from...

The dealer I purchased my 2016 Vista LX 30T from sold both brands. I chose the Winnebago badge. At the time I did not know they were going to discontinue the Itasca badging, but I felt comfortable...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-04-2016, 02:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,374
Posted By hfbundy
If it is a 2014, I do not think it is a good buy...

If it is a 2014, I do not think it is a good buy unless depreciation means nothing to you. For my previous 3 campers, I thought I would own them for at least 10 years. In each instance I trade them...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-02-2016, 10:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,374
Posted By hfbundy
After reading the post by powercat, I think I...

After reading the post by powercat, I think I need to clarify a couple things. I drive my coach at 58 to 62 mph - try to put it on 60 except on rough roads. That is why I get good fuel economy and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-02-2016, 03:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,374
Posted By hfbundy
I have one and love it since I had the inoperable...

I have one and love it since I had the inoperable tow haul feature fixed. Not pulling on the last 550 mile trip, it achieved 8.68 mpg. Does it have the 2016 F53 chassis with the 6 speed? They also...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-02-2016, 03:00 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,787
Posted By hfbundy
I took my coach in for the recall last week. The...

I took my coach in for the recall last week. The hot and ground wires showed signs of overheating. The technician called Winnebago to obtain concurrence for cutting off the damaged portions of wires...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-24-2016, 04:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,848
Posted By hfbundy
I traded my 2011 Vista 26P in on a 2016 Vista LX...

I traded my 2011 Vista 26P in on a 2016 Vista LX 30T. I was one of those who fought with Ford from October 2015 until August 2016 to persuade them to fix the inoperable tow haul on the 6 speed...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-23-2016, 11:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,933
Posted By hfbundy
Joe, I agree with your concern about Winnebago...

Joe, I agree with your concern about Winnebago quality control. I continue to believe that their design, engineering, and materials are superior to most. However, I pointed out what I thought was a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-21-2016, 02:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,147
Posted By hfbundy
I never disconnect my batteries. I have been...

I never disconnect my batteries. I have been leaving them on solar charging since I purchased my 2011 Vista in 2010. I currently have a 2016 Vista I purchased in 2015. It has all AGM batteries - 1...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-24-2016, 01:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,494
Posted By hfbundy
I have four size 30, 12 volt AGM coach batteries...

I have four size 30, 12 volt AGM coach batteries backed up by 300 watts of solar charging. I run the generator occasionally only to power microwave and toaster. We sometimes watch a 22" TV all day...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-22-2016, 08:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,685
Posted By hfbundy
I have Lippert slides on my 2016 Vista 30T. I had...

I have Lippert slides on my 2016 Vista 30T. I had to have my dealer adjust them because of gaps in the seals. I considered this a Winnebago problem. That is why I did not participate in the poll....
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 08-21-2016, 03:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,123
Posted By hfbundy
Thanks for the feedback Ken. I have about 4 that...

Thanks for the feedback Ken. I have about 4 that have not failed. My warranty expires shortly, but I plan on asking Winnebago for free replacements if any fail anytime soon. If not defective, they...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-18-2016, 05:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,907
Posted By hfbundy
I cannot watch the DVD without bypassing the...

I cannot watch the DVD without bypassing the coach in motion interlock when parked with the jacks down. When I bypass the interlock according to procedure, the jacks retract. Are you still with...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 08-18-2016, 05:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,123
Posted By hfbundy
Camper Ken, here is my post from the Ford forum...

Camper Ken, here is my post from the Ford forum this morning.
TeJay, it is the circuit boards in the light fixtures. All you can do is replace them. You have been lucky so far. I have a 2016 Vista...
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