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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-10-2017, 06:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,450
Posted By Texasranger
Sams club for the batteries. Walmart has a good...

Sams club for the batteries. Walmart has a good selection of connection wires.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-10-2017, 06:46 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,890
Posted By Texasranger
I saved over $25,000 by buying at a different...

I saved over $25,000 by buying at a different dealer than Ron Hoover.
So I just offer to pay any difference between what winnebago pays and what they normally charge. I'm still saving thousands.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-22-2016, 06:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,349
Posted By Texasranger
The absolute best thing to do is not live in...

The absolute best thing to do is not live in California.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-31-2016, 08:49 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,246
Posted By Texasranger
Yes and you can use the button that connects all...

Yes and you can use the button that connects all batteries to start genset.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-31-2016, 07:51 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,246
Posted By Texasranger
Start engine.

Start engine.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-31-2016, 07:50 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,246
Posted By Texasranger
Your inverter will run a coffee pot, TVs etc. you...

Your inverter will run a coffee pot, TVs etc. you have a wall plug or two that has power from inverter just like refrig.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-29-2016, 11:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,358
Posted By Texasranger
I don't believe the chassis batteries are charged...

I don't believe the chassis batteries are charged by shore power. There would be no need for switch for tempoary power connection. You prolly have something else sucking power, dash radio, CB ?? Etc.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-27-2016, 04:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,284
Posted By Texasranger
Ron Hoover did one, what they consider an...

Ron Hoover did one, what they consider an emergency repair with the water pump. They will schedle me for any warranty repair but I have to wait until December January when they are slow. They do...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-26-2016, 02:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,284
Posted By Texasranger
Transfer switch in, all new LED lights in, took...

Transfer switch in, all new LED lights in, took two hours. Blue Ox brackets installed on Jeep, washed the coach, organized outside storage. I'm making a custom 7 way trailer plug so the brake buddy...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-26-2016, 02:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,284
Posted By Texasranger
Single Load Manual Transfer Switch 6334 Genrac

Single Load Manual Transfer Switch 6334 Genrac
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-26-2016, 03:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,284
Posted By Texasranger
I purchased mine in Ft Myers fla as it was...

I purchased mine in Ft Myers fla as it was $20,000 less there. Ron Hovers is the same way. They only do emergency type repairs on non customers. But if your a customer you get AWSOME service.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-25-2016, 05:36 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,617
Posted By Texasranger
I noticed if I left my water off electric it let...

I noticed if I left my water off electric it let all three units start up.
So in the summer we just use the propane water heater. Turn on 10 min before bath time and good to go.
I also learned that...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-25-2016, 03:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,698
Posted By Texasranger
That's good info now.

That's good info now.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-25-2016, 03:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,698
Posted By Texasranger
Ron Hoover good place to buy from. On my...

Ron Hoover good place to buy from.
On my display when I push pump, elect hot or LPG it just goes from on to off or vice versa.
Pretty simple. I'm loving ours.
See my signature, we started a...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-25-2016, 12:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,284
Posted By Texasranger
Only if they are a Winnebago, Winnebago Journey...

Only if they are a Winnebago, Winnebago Journey dealer. New Braunfles camping world is a Winnebago dealer but for Winnebago Itasca. Texas dealers law franchise requirement is to blame. It may be...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-24-2016, 07:55 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,617
Posted By Texasranger
Your management system is detecting that you...

Your management system is detecting that you don't have enough amps to safely run all three ACs. As the unit cools off it takes less amps and your third ac will come in.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-24-2016, 05:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,358
Posted By Texasranger
That's a great point. I hadn't thought about...

That's a great point. I hadn't thought about birds nest etc.
we travel at least every 30 days but that's plenty time for a bird to roost.

Slides in for sure and easy access to storage to.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-24-2016, 09:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,358
Posted By Texasranger
I'm level when under house so I don't even use...

I'm level when under house so I don't even use the jacks. The coach does settle as the air leaks out. I figure the less I use the levelers the longer they last.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-24-2016, 08:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,358
Posted By Texasranger
Storage...slides in or out?

We park our coach under the house when not in use.
What are your thoughts. Leave the slide outs out or in when not in use.

...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-24-2016, 07:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,284
Posted By Texasranger
Yes. I received the switch Friday and installed...

Yes. I received the switch Friday and installed yesterday AM. Everything works now.
Most people don't know that the current factory switch has built in surge protection and end up buying...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-22-2016, 02:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,284
Posted By Texasranger
Transfer switch delivered today as well as all...

Transfer switch delivered today as well as all (26) LED lights.
Happy Camper.
I think I'm falling in love with my Journey.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-22-2016, 07:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,375
Posted By Texasranger
Not sure what side your checking. You removed...

Not sure what side your checking. You removed the switch cover? Are you using a volt meter inside transfer switch? On mine the shore power is on the top and gen power is below. The power to the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-22-2016, 04:59 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,617
Posted By Texasranger
I'll have to play with mine to find out. This is...

I'll have to play with mine to find out. This is new to me as well.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-21-2016, 09:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,375
Posted By Texasranger
I have a 4 week old coach and my auto transfer...

I have a 4 week old coach and my auto transfer switch is bad. Under warranty so Winnebago sending me a new one. Once they start going out they need replaced.
Mine was working oh and off and quit...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-21-2016, 09:34 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,617
Posted By Texasranger
The same reason I take my Dodge Ram with Cummins...

The same reason I take my Dodge Ram with Cummins to a Dodge dealer.
Cummins has no repair facilities that I'm aware of.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-21-2016, 09:29 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,617
Posted By Texasranger
That's some great information there. Thanks

That's some great information there. Thanks
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-20-2016, 10:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,284
Posted By Texasranger
After the experience I have had with a new 2016...

After the experience I have had with a new 2016 Forest River Cardinal fiver, (4 months old) that is still in the shop after two months for warranty work that I will sell when ever I get it back...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-20-2016, 08:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,284
Posted By Texasranger
First 30 days and Winnebago service

It's been a month since we picked up our coach from Camping World in Ft Myers fla.
1. Water pump want turn on. Took to Ron Hoovers Houston and they fixed with tempoary ground. Returned on trip...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-20-2016, 07:56 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,617
Posted By Texasranger
We're pulling for you. Rough day.

We're pulling for you. Rough day.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-20-2016, 07:55 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,617
Posted By Texasranger
As stated above kill battery and wait 30"seconds....

As stated above kill battery and wait 30"seconds. Will prolly clear it up.

On the AC 99 percent of the time it's the start capacitor. Easy fix if your mechanically minded. RV repair facility...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-12-2016, 06:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,135
Posted By Texasranger
We've been RVing 48 years, first MH was in 1981,...

We've been RVing 48 years, first MH was in 1981, 1982 Southwind with 454. About 4 to 5 MPG...anyway I still learn something everyday. Electric commode would not flush yesterday. What..red light...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-11-2016, 12:41 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,650
Posted By Texasranger
FINALLY HAVE WATER...wife was going to use the...

FINALLY HAVE WATER...wife was going to use the pot filler yesterday...no water. So I looked in the book under pot filler....just like stated above above there is a shut off valve under the sink...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-10-2016, 07:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,650
Posted By Texasranger
No and I pushed and held it around 10 min. The...

No and I pushed and held it around 10 min. The fridge has been on for 7 days now with the bar in the down position. I had my SIL look under sink as well. Took video where we couldn't see. No valve...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-10-2016, 10:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,650
Posted By Texasranger
Bin control us in down position ,I installed the...

Bin control us in down position ,I installed the water filter , no valve under sink. Only valve I can find was behind fridge in outside access hole. It's on.
I've looked around water pump etc. I'm...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-10-2016, 01:40 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,650
Posted By Texasranger
I've looked but couldn't find one. I will look...

I've looked but couldn't find one. I will look again.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-10-2016, 01:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,650
Posted By Texasranger
No water to ice maker.

I opened the outside door behind the ref and that valve was closed. I opened it but still no water to ice maker. Is there something else I'm missing. Hidden valve or???
Thanks
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-09-2016, 01:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,135
Posted By Texasranger
It started working after the RV park checked the...

It started working after the RV park checked the Volts....!!!!
I will get it replaced ASAP.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-09-2016, 08:12 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,135
Posted By Texasranger
Does anyone have the Winnebago phone number.

Does anyone have the Winnebago phone number.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-09-2016, 06:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,135
Posted By Texasranger
Where are they located.

Where are they located.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-09-2016, 05:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,135
Posted By Texasranger
No elect power.

Coach runs off generator power but won't run off shower power??
Shore powers has been checked and is fine.
Any idea what's wrong.
2 week old 40r.
Thanks
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 06-29-2016, 01:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,620
Posted By Texasranger
Look at this, not mine but the same. They hinge...

Look at this, not mine but the same. They hinge at the top both front and rear....
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 06-29-2016, 10:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,620
Posted By Texasranger
It's the big fiberglass piece that surrounds the...

It's the big fiberglass piece that surrounds the rear tires. My cargo doors are hinged on the side. This piece has hinges on the top.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-29-2016, 09:36 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,046
Posted By Texasranger
Itasca vs Winnebago warranty.

Ive been told by Camping World in New Braunfels,Tx that they can't do warranty work on my new Winnebago Journey as they are franchised for Itasca only.

Is this correct..normal.

I can take my...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 06-29-2016, 08:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,620
Posted By Texasranger
Rear tire/wheel fiberglass surround??

I see that the rear tire/wheel fiberglass surround is hinged at the top I assume for servicing or replacing the tires or other. How do you get these up..can't find a release ??
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-26-2016, 02:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,115
Posted By Texasranger
Yes it's n the same touch pad as the water...

Yes it's n the same touch pad as the water heater. I can turn the water heater on and off and either gas or electric but the water pump button when pushed just says off and no other option showing....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-26-2016, 08:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,115
Posted By Texasranger
Ok, I figured out the hot water heater. Still...

Ok, I figured out the hot water heater.
Still can't get the water pump to work so I'll be a camper world AM.
Several of the LED lights are not working and I understand it's a large industry...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-26-2016, 06:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,115
Posted By Texasranger
Yes I have a RED face.

I picked up my new 2016 40R Friday and drove it back to Texas.
Yes I did the delivery inspection...and figured everything out on the drive back to Texas.
Except....I don't know how or where to turn...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-24-2016, 01:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,698
Posted By Texasranger
Prolly need to add hydro fluid and bleed system.

Prolly need to add hydro fluid and bleed system.
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