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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-19-2022, 06:24 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,993
Posted By blueridge-fl
Take a look at the 32YE Vista. It only has a...

Take a look at the 32YE Vista. It only has a single utility bay with all water and electrical in the one bay. The only reason that I can see for doing this is that it saved about 3 ft of power line....
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-12-2021, 06:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,541
Posted By blueridge-fl
I replaced my group 24 batteries with 2 GC2 6v...

I replaced my group 24 batteries with 2 GC2 6v golf cart batteries on my 32YE. The big change that was required (in addition to different wiring) was extending the strap height. Kind of a pain...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-12-2021, 07:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,414
Posted By blueridge-fl
Absolutely. Just thought that Winnebago was lower...

Absolutely. Just thought that Winnebago was lower hanging fruit.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-12-2021, 06:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,414
Posted By blueridge-fl
I think they will be an option not standard...

I think they will be an option not standard equipment. It says Sumo Springs will be "offered" on the gas coaches. I find it strange that Winnebago would make Sumos available on the the new F53...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-12-2021, 06:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 781
Posted By blueridge-fl
No. The Vista is a tier 1/2 motorhome. You would...

No. The Vista is a tier 1/2 motorhome. You would need to get into a higher tier motorhome to find a GPS as standard equipment. We use a Garmin 770 RV GPS. I actually like have the GPS separate...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-25-2021, 07:06 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,882
Posted By blueridge-fl
Given that you have a 2021 F53 chassis,...

Given that you have a 2021 F53 chassis, suggestions for CHF, and upgraded sway bars do not apply. Also doubtful what you will get with Sumo Springs. The 2021 F53 chassis comes with larger sway bars...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-18-2021, 10:37 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 286
Posted By blueridge-fl
First, I would go to some scales and weigh your...

First, I would go to some scales and weigh your specific truck. There are lots of assumptions built into the published curb weights. If the weight is over 5k lbs, I would not tow it with your Sunova....
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-19-2021, 06:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,753
Posted By blueridge-fl
Think about storage space and measure diligently...

Think about storage space and measure diligently before you buy. We originally wanted fat tire bikes but storage was a problem. Solved the problem by just getting standard tire size bikes. Folded up,...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-09-2021, 04:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,232
Posted By blueridge-fl
On Vistas it is the house battery. You must have...

On Vistas it is the house battery. You must have the house switch on to crank the gen.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-08-2020, 06:25 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,036
Posted By blueridge-fl
You should watch this: ...

You should watch this:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CeThR_A4VI

I would not put too much importance on the side cameras. They may be nice to have on occasion but you will need to learn how...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-07-2020, 06:52 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,036
Posted By blueridge-fl
Some basics to keep in mind if you are planning...

Some basics to keep in mind if you are planning to full time with 4-6 people:

1) The Dinette and Jackknife sofa do not provide viable sleeping space. The sofa is where you put a guest that you are...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-20-2020, 06:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,167
Posted By blueridge-fl
We bought a Y connector with built in valves...

We bought a Y connector with built in valves along with a collapsable hose to solve the problem. Of course, this won't help when boondocking but better than nothing.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-06-2020, 09:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,118
Posted By blueridge-fl
I thought that I could reglue it as well but it...

I thought that I could reglue it as well but it was so brittle that the first time I touched it, it crumbled. :mad:
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-06-2020, 09:14 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,118
Posted By blueridge-fl
I used this and stuffed it through the gap...

I used this and stuffed it through the gap between the top of the cabinet and the face of the cabinet (inside). I followed that with foil tape to seal the gap. It has made a big difference. It took 3...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-06-2020, 09:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,950
Posted By blueridge-fl
I went with sway bars instead of Sumo Springs...

I went with sway bars instead of Sumo Springs because the primary purpose of the sway bar is to stop excessive sway. Sumo Springs will also help fight sway but their primary purpose is as a helper...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-05-2020, 08:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,118
Posted By blueridge-fl
Our 2018 32YE also has peeling wood in the loft...

Our 2018 32YE also has peeling wood in the loft bed area. Ours has almost completely peeled off the top portion against the front cap. Since we live in Florida and the front cap had zero insulation,...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-12-2020, 10:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 884
Posted By blueridge-fl
I have the same year/model and just replaced the...

I have the same year/model and just replaced the rear lights. I did not have a problem with water getting behind the lights but had the lights failing because of water getting inside the lights. The...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 08-18-2020, 08:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,160
Posted By blueridge-fl
Go test drive an F53 chassis based gasser and you...

Go test drive an F53 chassis based gasser and you will get your answer. I own an RV based on the F53 chassis and I would never trade an air suspension for leaf springs. Leaf springs produce a very...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-18-2020, 05:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 375
Posted By blueridge-fl
There is this: https://www.rvkayakracks.com/

There is this:

https://www.rvkayakracks.com/
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-15-2020, 07:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 514
Posted By blueridge-fl
The tank on MHs is measured in gallons not lbs....

The tank on MHs is measured in gallons not lbs. The tank on a Vista is 18 gallons not pounds. Thats 75.6 lbs.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 08-02-2020, 05:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,478
Posted By blueridge-fl
Yes, what he is calling stabilizer bars are...

Yes, what he is calling stabilizer bars are probably upgraded anti-sway bars. The CHF is the Cheap Handling Fix. Anti-sway bars have two holes in the end where they attach to the link rods. F53 based...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 08-01-2020, 08:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,478
Posted By blueridge-fl
We have a Vista 32YE and it was down right scary...

We have a Vista 32YE and it was down right scary to drive when we test drove it. We had the dealership add a rear anti-sway bar and a Safe-T-Plus steering stabilizer. That made it drivable but I...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-31-2020, 09:51 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,412
Posted By blueridge-fl
I have also achieved dry compartments. I adjusted...

I have also achieved dry compartments. I adjusted the closure latch on all the doors and that took care of all but one compartment. The troublesome compartment was located behind a rear wheel and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-18-2020, 06:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,730
Posted By blueridge-fl
We have been using Progressive for several years...

We have been using Progressive for several years now and can highly recommend them. Their prices are competitive and the handling of our MH damage claim was outstanding.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-05-2020, 05:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,370
Posted By blueridge-fl
So it has the old chassis. My free advice (worth...

So it has the old chassis. My free advice (worth every penny :-) ) is to find a low milage used unit. It will save you a ton of money. As long as it is 2016 or newer it should have the same chassis...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-04-2020, 06:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,388
Posted By blueridge-fl
Where did you find Ford mud flaps for the Vista?...

Where did you find Ford mud flaps for the Vista? Did you install them yourself?
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-04-2020, 06:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,388
Posted By blueridge-fl
This is great! Thanks John. When you get a...

This is great! Thanks John. When you get a chance, can you send info on the convenience rack you installed for you glasses, phone etc? I've been looking for a solution to the nightstand problem.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-04-2020, 06:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,370
Posted By blueridge-fl
Do you know if the RV you are looking at is built...

Do you know if the RV you are looking at is built on the new Ford F53 chassis? Does it have a V10 or a V8? I would get the VIN for the chassis as try to chase it down with Ford. The new chassis has a...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-03-2020, 06:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,720
Posted By blueridge-fl
We have stored 2 RVs over a period of 5 years (so...

We have stored 2 RVs over a period of 5 years (so far) in a gravel lot. The gravel is pea gravel and not the big limestone chunks. We don't use wood planks or levelers while parked in storage and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-26-2020, 11:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,563
Posted By blueridge-fl
No, I didn't even try the CHF on the rear. I just...

No, I didn't even try the CHF on the rear. I just went straight to the roadmaster SB. My 32YE had such bad sway problems it was almost undriveable so I wanted a big boost. On the front, I tried the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-23-2020, 10:19 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,563
Posted By blueridge-fl
I will always choose adding the roadmaster sway...

I will always choose adding the roadmaster sway bar on the rear over a rear CHF because the sway bar is installed in addition to the existing factory sway bar. There is no way the CHF can come close...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-17-2020, 06:42 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,563
Posted By blueridge-fl
I would not settle for a split mattress on a...

I would not settle for a split mattress on a Class A. It is too big an investment to be dealing with a funky mattress. I suggest you stick with units that can still be used with the slides in. You...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-15-2020, 12:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,563
Posted By blueridge-fl
I have encountered numerous folks with the 27PE...

I have encountered numerous folks with the 27PE that are happy. Most, maybe all, have had to make modifications to improve stability. This has included upgraded anti-sway bars, a rear trac bar, a...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-07-2020, 06:13 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,957
Posted By blueridge-fl
It varies with the state. Some allow overnight...

It varies with the state. Some allow overnight parking others don't. We like staying overnight in parks. That way, we get to see some interesting places that we might not have otherwise seen plus it...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-01-2020, 07:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,951
Posted By blueridge-fl
I've seen several homemade covers but never a...

I've seen several homemade covers but never a store bought one.

Interesting story. One guy that had one was at a rest stop and had the cover in place. Suddenly the RV door burst open and a couple...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-18-2020, 05:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,786
Posted By blueridge-fl
The link does not work. Looks good. How is...

The link does not work.

Looks good. How is it attached?
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-14-2020, 07:13 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 570
Posted By blueridge-fl
Vista Exhaust Hanger

On our 2018 32YE, I noticed that there is no visible exhaust pipe hanger. At least not from the end of the pipe until it disappears into the upper chassis. It seems like a long run of pipe to not...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-13-2020, 05:40 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,468
Posted By blueridge-fl
When the Vista is on shore power, the coach...

When the Vista is on shore power, the coach switch light turns on regardless of the position of the coach switch. However, the light being on does not mean the batteries are charging. For that to...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-10-2020, 04:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,468
Posted By blueridge-fl
As navnaz said, you must have the coach switch in...

As navnaz said, you must have the coach switch in the on position for shore power to charge the batteries.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-08-2020, 05:13 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,264
Posted By blueridge-fl
We went through the full toad journey. We started...

We went through the full toad journey. We started out not towing anything. This approach quickly fell by the wayside when we encountered parks in Florida like Rainbow Springs and Silver Springs where...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-02-2020, 05:43 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,204
Posted By blueridge-fl
We tried the TireMinder system and gave up on it....

We tried the TireMinder system and gave up on it. Too many false alarms.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-31-2020, 01:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,032
Posted By blueridge-fl
You can PM him on iRV2.

You can PM him on iRV2.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-31-2020, 06:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,032
Posted By blueridge-fl
I used Tejay's plates and they worked great. His...

I used Tejay's plates and they worked great. His plates come with multiple position holes that you can use to regulate the amount of stiffness you want from the anti-sway bar. I used the original CHF...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-30-2020, 04:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,382
Posted By blueridge-fl
Interesting. Our 2018 32YE has the bedroom TV...

Interesting. Our 2018 32YE has the bedroom TV mounted to a cabinet door above the dresser. The door has been cut out in the center to allow the TV to sit as flush as possible against the door. You...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-29-2020, 04:18 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,032
Posted By blueridge-fl
Plan a check out trip that is close to the RV...

Plan a check out trip that is close to the RV dealership before going on any fun trips. That will allow you to get any problems/questions out of the way before you start enjoying the RV.

The...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-16-2020, 04:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,769
Posted By blueridge-fl
I've seen some others post pictures of cracks in...

I've seen some others post pictures of cracks in their Vista roof but they didn't look anything like these. The ones I have seen have been irregular and along the edge where the roof turns downward....
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-09-2019, 08:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,620
Posted By blueridge-fl
Many of the smaller inverters have limits on...

Many of the smaller inverters have limits on their capabilities when plugged into a lighter style outlet. That is why they also come with cable and clamps for direct battery connection. If yours came...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-30-2019, 06:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,265
Posted By blueridge-fl
I would contact Winnebago even if out of...

I would contact Winnebago even if out of warranty. I believe they are now recommending a different epoxy. I have heard of some that have added a layer of fiberglass over the latch after attaching...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 09-26-2019, 08:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,746
Posted By blueridge-fl
You need to look at the specific issues you are...

You need to look at the specific issues you are trying to solve and address those issues in a step by step, systematic fashion. I assume that prior to the CHF, you were experiencing excessive lean in...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-18-2019, 06:10 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,997
Posted By blueridge-fl
We have the progressive EMS that others are...

We have the progressive EMS that others are recommending and it has saved us twice. Both times were low voltage situations. While surge protection functionality is important, you need much more given...
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