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Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 01-16-2024, 07:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 854
Posted By Coffie Drink
For Norcold info go to arprv.com

For Norcold info go to arprv.com
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 01-15-2024, 06:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 854
Posted By Coffie Drink
The 12 V fuse problem is common on the Norcold...

The 12 V fuse problem is common on the Norcold frig. Not hard to replace it. I did buy a replacement board but I have not needed it.

If you lookup this Norcold you will find a lot of threads on...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 01-14-2024, 08:37 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 854
Posted By Coffie Drink
The circuit board has a 120 fuse and a 12 v fuse....

The circuit board has a 120 fuse and a 12 v fuse. When the 12 v fuse blows there is black around the fuse. Remove the cover, take a picture of the connectors, take them out. Remove the board, get a...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 01-13-2024, 07:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 854
Posted By Coffie Drink
The Norcold 3104 was installed in 16 in View....

The Norcold 3104 was installed in 16 in View. Unlike many of the threads here I own a 15 G and have experience replacing the Fuses. I also bought a second board last year because of fuses going out....
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 01-12-2024, 07:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 854
Posted By Coffie Drink
You need to open the black box take a picture of...

You need to open the black box take a picture of the connections pull the board and you will see a black mark and a bad 12 Vdc fuse. Replace the fuse.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-27-2023, 08:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 334
Posted By Coffie Drink
Black tank leaking at the rubber hose

My rubber hose between the tank and the valve. Where do I get one. 2015 View G.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 08-21-2023, 08:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,065
Posted By Coffie Drink
I wash it with a soft brush. No wax.

I wash it with a soft brush. No wax.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 08-20-2023, 09:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,065
Posted By Coffie Drink
My View has full body paint. It looks new after 8...

My View has full body paint. It looks new after 8 years in the Seattle weather. Never buy gel coat if you want resell.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-10-2023, 11:51 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 254
Posted By Coffie Drink
Window seals look short - 2015 View 24G

My 15 View has Window seals that look short. About half inch Do I need to replace them or is it OK
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 08-07-2023, 04:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 867
Posted By Coffie Drink
My 15 View G has the 15k heat pump. It cool well...

My 15 View G has the 15k heat pump. It cool well but shuts the compressor off then a few minutes it turns on. The thermostat has not hit the set temp. This goes on all day long.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 07-16-2023, 10:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 593
Posted By Coffie Drink
My 15 View had a cooling problem, I bought a temp...

My 15 View had a cooling problem, I bought a temp gun to check temp. Next I got ac tape to seal the vents and the AC . I cleaned all of the vents, they had wood chips. A hot day at 100 and with AC on...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-13-2023, 10:55 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,190
Posted By Coffie Drink
Keep in mind that any View will have what ever...

Keep in mind that any View will have what ever chassis that is at factory in the build process. As this is a major change from the current 3500 Mercedes, I would expect a year or two from release to...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 10-17-2022, 08:24 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 378
Posted By Coffie Drink
2015 View Sky Light Problem

My skylight won’t retract. I used the tool to retract it. Any ideas? Both switches did not retract. The open switch works.
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 07-27-2022, 09:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 740
Posted By Coffie Drink
Grand Junction to Santa Fe

I have driven up from Cortez then Moab to I70. And I could go back that route. On that trip I did I40 to Gallup then north. Past Moab the I70 to GJ.
I have a View and towing a For Fiesta.
What...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 05-22-2022, 04:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,291
Posted By Coffie Drink
I would use Roy Robinson in Marysville WA. I have...

I would use Roy Robinson in Marysville WA. I have a 15 VG and had the install HWH on mine. They work great.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 03-27-2022, 09:16 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 410
Posted By Coffie Drink
Norcold 3150 wiring 2015 View 24G

I am replacing the AC fuse. I have in the past replaced the AC and DC fuses. This time no power to the display.

Do you have a picture of the wires. I should have taken a picture first.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 08-28-2021, 11:38 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,988
Posted By Coffie Drink
I have 45,000 miles driving my 15 View G. IMHO...

I have 45,000 miles driving my 15 View G. IMHO the upgrades are needed, sumo, hellwig, Fox shocks, alinement, And cross wind assist.
My travels have been all over the West. Many trips have had...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 05-30-2021, 10:29 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 18,759
Posted By Coffie Drink
The Sprinter is a good Chassis, diesel gives 14...

The Sprinter is a good Chassis, diesel gives 14 mpg, lots of power, the Ford Chassis is very tight the right side foot area is very tight, the driver side is tight as well. The engine box is hot,...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 05-30-2021, 10:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,108
Posted By Coffie Drink
Mercedes sold sprinter chassis that had options,...

Mercedes sold sprinter chassis that had options, larger screen, nav, a large list. The quick check is fog lights. If you have them, you have the options, without you don’t.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-23-2021, 07:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,605
Posted By Coffie Drink
I was in Grand Junction in late Oct last year. 6...

I was in Grand Junction in late Oct last year. 6 inches of snow and 10 at night.I use a drop light in the service bay to keep that from freezing. The gas furnace works well and did not use too much...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-09-2021, 07:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,284
Posted By Coffie Drink
I had a number of latches bought from WGO. The...

I had a number of latches bought from WGO. The new ones don’t fail.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 03-21-2021, 11:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,814
Posted By Coffie Drink
My 15 View G has a heat pump. It is easy to use...

My 15 View G has a heat pump. It is easy to use more than 30 amps, I will now turn off the Water heater, when I use a hair dryer and have the heat pump/AC on. My new TRC surge protector will trip...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 03-21-2021, 10:24 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,814
Posted By Coffie Drink
I have almost burned my 15G by using too much...

I have almost burned my 15G by using too much power. The breakers won’t flip when using over 30 Amps. My problem was an electric heater running when other things like the microwave or water heater,...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 03-08-2021, 11:54 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,250
Posted By Coffie Drink
I made the mistake of expecting my 30 amp breaker...

I made the mistake of expecting my 30 amp breaker or the pedestal breaker would trip. I had issues with a wire nut getting hot and I thought it was the setup at the factory when they wired my VG. ...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-02-2021, 11:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,913
Posted By Coffie Drink
I tow a 17 Fiesta. Keep In mind that you can use...

I tow a 17 Fiesta. Keep In mind that you can use the car to carry stuff. I like this when driving because the OCCC is small but the total with trailer allows me to keep my RV and car in line.
Heavy...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 01-22-2021, 10:28 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 13,581
Posted By Coffie Drink
If you turn your water pump, you should not have...

If you turn your water pump, you should not have a cycle for an hour or longer . The pump holds pressure. If it cycles frequently look for leaks.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 01-17-2021, 05:46 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,429
Posted By Coffie Drink
If you are interested in the Ford E450. I would...

If you are interested in the Ford E450. I would wait until the 2021 chassis. It has the V8 but also a smaller engine cover.
The V10 was longer and the cover took up too much leg room. The current...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 01-03-2021, 02:03 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,377
Posted By Coffie Drink
The previous gen View with a 3 Way Refrigerator...

The previous gen View with a 3 Way Refrigerator is the best for boon-docking. The power draw on the 12 VDC Refrigerator is too high.
Winnebago stopped shipping the 3 way. Too bad but if you spend a...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 12-16-2020, 09:13 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 16,816
Posted By Coffie Drink
I parked my 15ViewG a few years ago in a...

I parked my 15ViewG a few years ago in a campground. My friends were coming. I set up the portable SAT Dish then I used screw jacks to stop the rocking. My friend showed up. Jacks came down. I was...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 12-16-2020, 07:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,937
Posted By Coffie Drink
I was 4nights in Grand Junction at the end of...

I was 4nights in Grand Junction at the end of Oct. record temps of 10 at night 23 day. I fill my water tank before the cold hit. My black and grey tanks have heaters and they were on.
When I left...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 12-12-2020, 10:10 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,621
Posted By Coffie Drink
I tow a 17 Ford Fiesta 5 speed with SMS brake...

I tow a 17 Ford Fiesta 5 speed with SMS brake system with my 15 View G. I drive all over the PNW. Mountains are not an issue. IMHO do not tow a heavy car, only tow with a brake system. If you get...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-11-2020, 08:18 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 15,856
Posted By Coffie Drink
Welcome to the world of RVs. WGO has an expensive...

Welcome to the world of RVs. WGO has an expensive option for Li batteries and , diesel gen. My View has the 3way Norcold that running on a small amount of Propane would have worked for you.
WGO...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 11-13-2020, 07:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,479
Posted By Coffie Drink
As I read the question, HWH jacks place a bar...

As I read the question, HWH jacks place a bar across the spare tire that need to be removed to get access to the spare.
I have towing insurance and would call them to fix the tire.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 11-12-2020, 10:01 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,118
Posted By Coffie Drink
I have Michelin tires installed. So I weigh my VG...

I have Michelin tires installed. So I weigh my VG and use the tire pressure recommendation by The Michelin truck guide for my tires. I have Borg valves, and TPMS.
Alinement, Sumo, Hellwig and Fox...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 11-04-2020, 05:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,444
Posted By Coffie Drink
Another thought is to get an alinement from a...

Another thought is to get an alinement from a good company. I got my 15 VG aligned by Lynnwood WA Mercedes. I had it aligned by a tire shop in 15 as my dealer could not Aline it.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 11-01-2020, 09:27 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,444
Posted By Coffie Drink
I spent many miles driving in the wind. My 15...

I spent many miles driving in the wind. My 15 View G has the upgrades, Alinement, Hellwig, heavy Sumo, and Fox Shocks, Michelin tires.

My ELS workshop message came on twice on my trip this week....
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 10-14-2020, 09:09 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,038
Posted By Coffie Drink
The best way to know your OCCC is to take it to a...

The best way to know your OCCC is to take it to a truck scales. Put in what you want to travel with and weigh it.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-07-2020, 09:33 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 848
Posted By Coffie Drink
I own a 15 G. I recommend alinement, Fox Shocks,...

I own a 15 G. I recommend alinement, Fox Shocks, and sumo, I replaced my sway bar but see if you fixes above work for you.
Get it weighed. Use the Michelin tire guide to adjust tire pressure. I...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 08-19-2020, 09:17 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,118
Posted By Coffie Drink
If you weight your View, then use the Michelin...

If you weight your View, then use the Michelin guide. I run 55 rear and 51 front on my View G.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-13-2020, 09:06 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,844
Posted By Coffie Drink
What are the issues when in cold weather? Also...

What are the issues when in cold weather? Also when storing using lithium batteries.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-25-2020, 11:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,624
Posted By Coffie Drink
I have HWH levelers that raises the storage...

I have HWH levelers that raises the storage boxes. I have a pad that I use to use all the time but I don’t need it much. I made changes to make setup faster. My Water fill has snap on connectors. I...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-25-2020, 11:36 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,994
Posted By Coffie Drink
Put the slide out. Hold the button for 5 seconds...

Put the slide out. Hold the button for 5 seconds to sync the motors. Then retract and do the same. There are video online to show you how to lube the system.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-25-2020, 11:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,154
Posted By Coffie Drink
There are two antennas for your two radio. The...

There are two antennas for your two radio. The one to the rear is for your coach Jensen entertainment system. The forward is for the coach radio.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-09-2020, 10:38 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,466
Posted By Coffie Drink
Angry The 19 Mercedes Chassis that WGO uses have...

The 19 Mercedes Chassis that WGO uses have Mercedes Nav. Do not try to hack the camera. CAN bus is to smart and I would doubt the camera only uses a rear brake for the shutoff. Yes the Riverpark has...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 07-02-2020, 11:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,556
Posted By Coffie Drink
The View can tow about 4000 lbs max. I tow a 17...

The View can tow about 4000 lbs max. I tow a 17 Ford Fiesta four down. Your pickup idea is too heavy in my opinion.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-07-2020, 08:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,715
Posted By Coffie Drink
I just drove from Seattle to Houston through WY...

I just drove from Seattle to Houston through WY then returned through Moab Ut. My heavy VG has Fox Shocks, the first gen, Heavy rear sumo and standard front Sumo. I have a Hellwig. The drive was...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-24-2020, 06:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,395
Posted By Coffie Drink
My 15 G is heavy, Traveler SAT Dish, HWH...

My 15 G is heavy, Traveler SAT Dish, HWH levelers. I have learned to run dry or little water in the tanks. WGO did a good job making it as light as possible, but 2 slides reduce OCCC. My View has...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-22-2020, 06:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,522
Posted By Coffie Drink
The 06 are Dodge TN1 5 cylinder 156 HP, 2.7 not...

The 06 are Dodge TN1 5 cylinder 156 HP, 2.7 not the current 3.0 189 hp. At 130k miles in a rental fleet would IMHO be a unit I would not buy. Service costs are high. Good unit if in very clean one...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-22-2020, 09:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,522
Posted By Coffie Drink
On a T1N transmission is a problem. The Sprinter...

On a T1N transmission is a problem. The Sprinter Forum you can look up the section and get an idea of problems.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 08-06-2019, 09:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,339
Posted By Coffie Drink
The View is heavy, has a high CG. I have heavy...

The View is heavy, has a high CG. I have heavy Sumo, Hellwig, and Fox rear shocks by Alger Off-road. The shocks are valued to help with the slow sway in driving from a driveway to the road. My View...
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