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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-09-2013, 11:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,480
Posted By jackrobinryan
I suppose it is somewhat important, since the...

I suppose it is somewhat important, since the coach mfg sized it that way.

Just suggesting that I would not replace a 50 amp rated converter with a 30 amp unit.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-08-2013, 01:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,480
Posted By jackrobinryan
I replaced my Parallax converter that was always...

I replaced my Parallax converter that was always cooking the batteries, with an IOTA multi-stage converter/charger. Bought from pplmotorhomes parts dept.

Just be sure to get the appropriate output...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-06-2013, 08:26 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,704
Posted By jackrobinryan
Does your newer rig have a black tank flush port?...

Does your newer rig have a black tank flush port? I thought that was common on the Winnie/iras a products.

I've found that by regularly using it to flush the tank has given good sensor readings...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-26-2013, 02:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,556
Posted By jackrobinryan
Some will disagree and say the stock W-24 chassis...

Some will disagree and say the stock W-24 chassis handles fine, my 38T was exhausting to drive, lots of tail wag, constant steering corrections, side to side sway and harsh ride.

Soooo, I did all...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-26-2013, 12:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,556
Posted By jackrobinryan
Would suggest a real test drive. Bumpy uneven...

Would suggest a real test drive. Bumpy uneven road, merging on a highway, being passed by trucks, some real inclines,etc. judge how it feels to you. Does it get pushed around, does it require...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-05-2013, 05:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,878
Posted By jackrobinryan
Did you remove any/all carbon filters before...

Did you remove any/all carbon filters before pushing your anti freeze?

I didn't, a few years ago and suspect the anti freeze corroded them, especially the one under the sink, as I had all the sink...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-13-2012, 11:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,455
Posted By jackrobinryan
We looked hard at the 37f before buying a 38t on...

We looked hard at the 37f before buying a 38t on the w24 chassis. When it had a seating area in the rear, instead of the rear bath in later models.

That full wall slide really opens it up.

If...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-15-2012, 11:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,530
Posted By jackrobinryan
Hi there, posting from the Richmond VA area. ...

Hi there, posting from the Richmond VA area.

We bought our new (then) Winnie from Maryland RV Dealer | Campers for Sale | Winnebago, Newmar, Keystone, KZ, EverGreen, Fleetwood | Maryland (MD),...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-03-2012, 02:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,482
Posted By jackrobinryan
I have the same rhythmic "thrumming" sounds when...

I have the same rhythmic "thrumming" sounds when two compressors are running. Kind of levels off after a while or one compressor shuts down.

The only thing that works for me, a light sleeper, are...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-21-2011, 06:54 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,780
Posted By jackrobinryan
Dave, she has an '07 Suncruiser, a gasser built...

Dave, she has an '07 Suncruiser, a gasser built on WH or Ford chassis, not the Freightliner as noted in your Trik-l-start note. We usually have a worthless solar panel for that task.

She may...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-19-2011, 08:19 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,780
Posted By jackrobinryan
From personal experience, I will add my vote to...

From personal experience, I will add my vote to looking at your converter/charger. Lots of experiences by folks with Winnie in the mid 2000's using single stage (dumb) converters, particularly...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 12-07-2011, 03:48 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 10,425
Posted By jackrobinryan
Have to very respectfully disagree with some of...

Have to very respectfully disagree with some of your advice, Mike.

New '07 coach, W-24 coach w/ Bilsteins. VERY harsh ride. Installed the KONI FSD's after only 6k miles. Much smoother ride now....
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-03-2011, 08:17 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,963
Posted By jackrobinryan
My newer 38' Winnie on a Gas chassis is perfectly...

My newer 38' Winnie on a Gas chassis is perfectly quiet underway. Can barely hear the engine. Can hear just fine, even on a grade at 4k rpm.

The argument about noisey front end gassers is...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-27-2011, 07:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,057
Posted By jackrobinryan
First thing I'd try is to isolate if the problem...

First thing I'd try is to isolate if the problem is the converter. It was for me....
If not, I'd look at connections to the EMS circuit board or the board itself.
The converter/charger converts...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-10-2011, 05:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,942
Posted By jackrobinryan
I'd say don't be scared to buy new if you find...

I'd say don't be scared to buy new if you find what you want and feel you are getting a fair price based on the guidelines given above. Make an aggressive offer, be prequalified for loan money if...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-15-2011, 02:47 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 9,884
Posted By jackrobinryan
The leak I had travelled from the lock area, thru...

The leak I had travelled from the lock area, thru the foam backing behind the head liner in the slide overhead and exited into and thru the cabinet above the dinette. But originated at the lock...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-13-2011, 07:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,236
Posted By jackrobinryan
In answer to some of the above: -the...

In answer to some of the above:

-the generator is required to use high draw 110vac items like the house AC, microwave while driving.

-usually, RV fridge's run on LP or 110v AC (generator)...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-13-2011, 07:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,236
Posted By jackrobinryan
This is one of those instances where a local,...

This is one of those instances where a local, irv2 RV owner could be of great help to you, by actually going over the rig with you.

If you were located near me, (Richmond VA) I'd be happy to...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-03-2011, 08:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,539
Posted By jackrobinryan
All the solenoids are the same type on mine. No T...

All the solenoids are the same type on mine. No T handles.

jack
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-01-2011, 08:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,539
Posted By jackrobinryan
Hey Irishrover, welcome to the forum. I...

Hey Irishrover, welcome to the forum.

I noticed from your other post that you also have the '07 38T, same as us. Would be happy to share experiences if you want to PM sometime.

Had our 3 1/2...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-01-2011, 05:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,539
Posted By jackrobinryan
Since you are posting on the Winnie forum, can I...

Since you are posting on the Winnie forum, can I assume that you have hydralic HWH slides?

If so, I had a similar problem and it turned out to be the solenoid valve used to Extend that slide. It...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-30-2011, 08:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,553
Posted By jackrobinryan
I should be running out to check my MH next week....

I should be running out to check my MH next week. Will get all numbers, weight sticker photo and my actual scale receipts to share.

I wasn't worried, after weighing it, about the front or rear...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-24-2011, 09:48 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 19,381
Posted By jackrobinryan
Dan, are you serious when saying you'd make an...

Dan, are you serious when saying you'd make an offer of 50% of NADA wholesale book value to a private seller???

Just trying to understand .....

jack
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 03-24-2011, 07:03 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,657
Posted By jackrobinryan
Yes, I used a 32" model. I removed the doors...

Yes, I used a 32" model.
I removed the doors completely. Built a blacked out, 4" wide picture frame to close out the space behind the TV so that hanging cables were not visible thru the small space...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 03-23-2011, 08:57 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,657
Posted By jackrobinryan
I did the upgrade to Samsung HD flat panels in...

I did the upgrade to Samsung HD flat panels in our '07 38T 2 years back,
I removed the salon cabinet doors to allow a larger flat panel. She about 100# of weight in the process.

Feel free to PM...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-23-2011, 08:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,553
Posted By jackrobinryan
Check your private messages for a note from an...

Check your private messages for a note from an owner of the same model....
jack
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 02-27-2011, 07:16 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,689
Posted By jackrobinryan
Assuming your house batteries are well charged,...

Assuming your house batteries are well charged, one simple test can eliminate the converter as a possible culprit....

If your converter is located under the lowest drawer under the stove, remove...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-26-2011, 09:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,035
Posted By jackrobinryan
The cost does seem a bit much for a piece of...

The cost does seem a bit much for a piece of sheet metal with a plug in over temp switch.

And the tech putting mine in did it in a matter of a few minutes. Didn't even come inside the MH so...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-21-2011, 08:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,035
Posted By jackrobinryan
I do not have a part number. As far as I know, it...

I do not have a part number. As far as I know, it was some sort of modified stack vent cap that did not allow the hot exhaust gasses to be pushed back down the stack while underway. I have no idea...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-21-2011, 04:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,035
Posted By jackrobinryan
Had the same issue on our inaugural trip of our...

Had the same issue on our inaugural trip of our '07 38T.

A tech at the RV dealer in Wilmington NC diagnosed and fixed the problem in less than 15 minutes. Parts guy had the kits under his desk as...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-14-2010, 08:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,671
Posted By jackrobinryan
Hmmm. Now, can anyone out there explain why??? ...

Hmmm. Now, can anyone out there explain why???

Maybe a voltage drop caused by h/w heater element going ON?

(reminds me of an elec anomoly I had w/ an old '67 Chevelle I owned. Turn the 4...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-10-2010, 04:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,671
Posted By jackrobinryan
This is a pretty popular issues these days. Check...

This is a pretty popular issues these days. Check out the recent thread and solution to thumbtack's problem at:

https://www.irv2.com/forums/f54/energy-management-system-79358.html

worth...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-23-2010, 11:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,152
Posted By jackrobinryan
I had a very similar problem on the EMS display...

I had a very similar problem on the EMS display on our '07 Adventurere.

(search on my posts from a year or so ago)

Turns out my ac to dc converter, the garbage Parallax 7455, was "bleeding ...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-21-2010, 09:50 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 22,445
Posted By jackrobinryan
NEVERMIND!!! DUMB QUESTIONS ON MY PART.:mad: ...

NEVERMIND!!! DUMB QUESTIONS ON MY PART.:mad:

( re-read the document and assume now that it is a single unit of double pane glass you buy and install. Not just the interior pane.)


DUH!!...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-21-2010, 09:32 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 22,445
Posted By jackrobinryan
Thanks for the great info and discussion. And for...

Thanks for the great info and discussion. And for posting the doc.

I do have a couple of questions to clear up before attempting this on the eyebrow windows on my '07 adventurer..

1) Why do...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-11-2010, 07:35 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,103
Posted By jackrobinryan
If the coach had been sitting for a while unused,...

If the coach had been sitting for a while unused, could it be the water in the sink's trap has evaporated and allowed tank vapors to flow?
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-03-2010, 03:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,564
Posted By jackrobinryan
Replaced mine with the Iota (model number escapes...

Replaced mine with the Iota (model number escapes me right now) with the pendant indicator.

Easy to install and very happy itis not cooking the batteries anymore.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-26-2010, 04:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,784
Posted By jackrobinryan
Got caught in a heavy hail storm at a state park...

Got caught in a heavy hail storm at a state park near Xenia Ohio last year. Sounded like being inside a trash can while Phil Collins practiced his licks! And a tornado rolled thru about 10 miles...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-18-2010, 04:02 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,747
Posted By jackrobinryan
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Based on what you have shared above and what I have learned since buying my first driveable RV (new,gas...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-09-2010, 03:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,313
Posted By jackrobinryan
Remember seeing one or two gas models on the lot...

Remember seeing one or two gas models on the lot at Howards RV in Wilmington NC.

Might want to call their sales or service team to get an opinion on one.

jr
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-05-2010, 06:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,324
Posted By jackrobinryan
Bought my '07 38T from Beckleys in Thurmont Md on...

Bought my '07 38T from Beckleys in Thurmont Md on Nov 3, 2006. One or two PDI issues to resolve before bringing it home the next day. Haven't had a need to go back in 3 years.

Only 2 warranty...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-03-2010, 12:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,992
Posted By jackrobinryan
Sounds similar to an issue I had on my '07 38T a...

Sounds similar to an issue I had on my '07 38T a couple of years ago...might want to check the following thread about issues that manifestat at the EMS panel but are caused by the converter.
...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-21-2009, 06:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,700
Posted By jackrobinryan
I think the hose length issue only applies to the...

I think the hose length issue only applies to the cylinders for the slide mechanisms, not the levelers. There is a synchronizing cylinder for the pair of slide cylinders to keep travel balanced.
...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-21-2009, 05:31 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 9,884
Posted By jackrobinryan
Have had the same slide lock leak situation in...

Have had the same slide lock leak situation in the driver's side slide on our '07 38T adventurer. The water actually finds its way thru the ceiling stuffing behind the liner and ends up dripping from...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-01-2009, 04:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,781
Posted By jackrobinryan
VERY important that the replacement hose is the...

VERY important that the replacement hose is the same length as the original, according to the manual.

I found Randy at HWH to be most helpful getting advice and troubleshooting help.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-19-2008, 03:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,289
Posted By jackrobinryan
I have the '07 38T adventure on the w-24 chassis....

I have the '07 38T adventure on the w-24 chassis. It has single exhaust behind the driver's rear wheel.

My guess is that the type depends on the floorplan and location of slide outs.

I assume...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-05-2007, 09:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,671
Posted By jackrobinryan
Have had our 2007 38T for a year now. about 7000...

Have had our 2007 38T for a year now. about 7000 miles around the mid-atlantic and southeast. Getting around 6.5 mpg towing a Jeep Liberty.

My only gripe so far is it's handling and sway. I have...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 04-20-2007, 08:37 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,137
Posted By jackrobinryan
When we had this same fridge problem on our...

When we had this same fridge problem on our maiden trip in the '07 38T we got it fixed by the great folks at Howards RV in Wilmingon, NC.

A quick work around for this problem, if you want to use...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-02-2007, 10:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,297
Posted By jackrobinryan
Having a similar problem that just appeared on...

Having a similar problem that just appeared on our '07 38T.

Hooked up to 50 (surge protected) site -or- while on gen set, the EMS display Service Type LED is alternately flashing from 50A to 20A...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-09-2007, 11:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,667
Posted By jackrobinryan
So far we've driven 4,409.5 miles, used 617.78...

So far we've driven 4,409.5 miles, used 617.78 gallons of gas for 7.13 mpg actual.

90% of the miles towing a Jeep Liberty 4 down. Seems like a lot of those miles were always into a head wind,...
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