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Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 01-06-2009, 10:55 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,809
Posted By Moder2
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Part of the Q'site funfest is the Amateur...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-09-2008, 06:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 15,555
Posted By Moder2
Last year Derek and I replaced our worn out stock...

Last year Derek and I replaced our worn out stock Serta with one by Habitat. https://www.habitatfutons.com/ We went this route because we thought it was a superior bed compared to Sleep number and...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-03-2008, 12:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,753
Posted By Moder2
Did you try Home Depot or Lowes? I am sure...

Did you try Home Depot or Lowes? I am sure either has what you need.

John
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-18-2008, 11:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,953
Posted By Moder2
That's funny, Cat's must like Genny's! Mine...

That's funny, Cat's must like Genny's!

Mine has hit the switch inside several times. Thankfully I have always been around. It is partially my fault, I have a computer on my dash for my VMSPC and...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-12-2008, 09:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,652
Posted By Moder2
I did it when my pump burned up on the trip out...

I did it when my pump burned up on the trip out here to CA.

Was a good upgrade, much more pressure, quieter, and more flow. If I would have known how much better it was, I would have done it a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-07-2008, 07:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,791
Posted By Moder2
KIX, Im not real sure, but have thought...

KIX,

Im not real sure, but have thought about doing the same on mine also!

I would/will when I can get to an auto store, they "should" have a Picture book. Hopefully that will give a range...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-14-2008, 08:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,997
Posted By Moder2
Thudman, You should see a rectangular access...

Thudman,

You should see a rectangular access panel that covers your furnace from the outside. This panel may be in a bay, I am not overly familiar with your unit or floor plan, either way you...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-26-2008, 03:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,706
Posted By Moder2
I agree, Hardwire it if your going to keep the...

I agree, Hardwire it if your going to keep the coach any length of time.

Yes, camping world does offer locks to lock them to your cord. This type of plug lock is really the only way to lock your...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 05-18-2008, 12:44 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,357
Posted By Moder2
In trucking we had a saying "Miles are still...

In trucking we had a saying "Miles are still Miles" and being that we were normally measured and costed on a per mile basis, we were trained to find the absolute shortest route possible. Trucking...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-24-2008, 03:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,931
Posted By Moder2
Okie, The switch should be in the bay that...

Okie,

The switch should be in the bay that your electric cord is in. Mine is pretty obvious mounted on the back wall of the last bay on the drivers side. I agree try to tap the switch and it...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-21-2008, 03:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,294
Posted By Moder2
JB! Thanks much. I am happy to report...

JB!

Thanks much.

I am happy to report that I figured it out already! I had one wire burnt and corroded badly on the relay, but after fixing it I still had the same problem.

I thought "Why...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-20-2008, 05:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,294
Posted By Moder2
I haven't run the check list yet, but want to get...

I haven't run the check list yet, but want to get some guidance from those in the know...

Switch to A/C. Fans both kick on, and I can hear one compressor running, and it does cool. Then I hear...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-20-2008, 05:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,294
Posted By Moder2
I haven't run the check list yet, but want to get...

I haven't run the check list yet, but want to get some guidance from those in the know...

Switch to A/C. Fans both kick on, and I can hear one compressor running, and it does cool. Then I hear...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-15-2008, 03:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,666
Posted By Moder2
Mine does have a fill, but I didn't realize it...

Mine does have a fill, but I didn't realize it for a while. It is actually right on the tank in the water heater bay. 4 inch cap that screws on the top of the tank. I rarely use it, but if I...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-08-2008, 10:51 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,135
Posted By Moder2
I just had a similar leak, coming from up front. ...

I just had a similar leak, coming from up front.

I think I got it now, I hope... It was my front Marker lights... I think.

Mine did have gaskets under them, but they were of foam rubber and...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-07-2008, 03:02 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,864
Posted By Moder2
I'm glad someone else jumped in, cause I was...

I'm glad someone else jumped in, cause I was reading this thread thinking "hmm, either these guys are a bit on the challenged side, or they have a totally different microwave/convection."

Mine has...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-04-2008, 12:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,396
Posted By Moder2
Glad I could help! John

Glad I could help!

John
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-01-2008, 03:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,396
Posted By Moder2
By collar I assume you mean the Big Brass piece...

By collar I assume you mean the Big Brass piece that says "Push" on top. I just used a washcloth to cover it and a pair of channel locks, it came loose right away. The Inside Plunger piece I just...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-30-2008, 02:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,396
Posted By Moder2
The drain is pretty simple to disassemble and...

The drain is pretty simple to disassemble and clean out.

Unscrew the brass top that says "Push" on it, yes it is CCW. Mine was kinda tight, but after I got it loose it came easily.

Once off...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-29-2008, 03:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,034
Posted By Moder2
Neil is correct... It is probably a board or...

Neil is correct...

It is probably a board or capacitor problem.

If you go to RVp's website (www.rvcomfort.com/rvp/rvp.php) you should find service documentation, and checklists.

You can...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-28-2008, 10:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,962
Posted By Moder2
Best thing for a holding tank is water and lots...

Best thing for a holding tank is water and lots of it.

Typically I do not use any chemical any longer, we haven't had any odor issues since we stopped.

I when I dump and flush the tank, if the...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-24-2008, 01:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,496
Posted By Moder2
Paul, When I replaced mine, I pulled it out...

Paul,

When I replaced mine, I pulled it out accidently (on the new valve that I just spent $60.00+ for) I managed to squeeze it back in and re-crimped it with a pair of Klein wire crimps. I...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-23-2008, 04:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,068
Posted By Moder2
Mine is the same also, and really is one of the...

Mine is the same also, and really is one of the better latch designs I have seen... It takes a pretty good effort to open it, enough at least I don' think even if the little evil genius (cat) could...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-28-2008, 07:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,866
Posted By Moder2
Mike, We just unplug our engine heater. ...

Mike,

We just unplug our engine heater. That way it doesn't get accidentally turned on when not wanted. I think on most winnie's it is plugged in the electrical bay to the outlet that is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-27-2008, 05:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,866
Posted By Moder2
Not sure if they made a change, but I don't think...

Not sure if they made a change, but I don't think they did. My PMS reads amps off the genny, just not off the 50 amp shore line side.

When you did this were you plugged into shore power also?
...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-26-2008, 03:48 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,788
Posted By Moder2
Richard, on my One Place, the OEM board did...

Richard,

on my One Place, the OEM board did not have an adjustment pot for the propane sender. I had to replace this board due to a bad charging section for the solar panel last year (I replaced...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-25-2008, 02:58 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,788
Posted By Moder2
Those gauges, both on the tank and the inside LED...

Those gauges, both on the tank and the inside LED version are inherently very inaccurate. However, the newer version of the OnePlace board does have an adjustment for sensitivity on it. If it is...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-24-2008, 10:59 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,788
Posted By Moder2
Richard, Before you go though all that...

Richard,

Before you go though all that expense for 20lbs of propane...

I would check, or have someone check your OPD valve on your tank. A good friend of mine had the same problem on his 01...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-20-2008, 10:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,176
Posted By Moder2
Just had a friends apart last weekend... His...

Just had a friends apart last weekend... His door bell stuck...

This one just had a 194 bulb in the top housing. Not sure if you have wiring in the wall, my guess would be not. Either way, your...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 02-18-2008, 03:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,171
Posted By Moder2
i would be careful with any harsh chemicals. ...

i would be careful with any harsh chemicals.

All I did was used a small pick to clean out each hole. It was a very small metal one, that I use for electronic stuff, but it worked non the less....
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-09-2008, 03:39 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,791
Posted By Moder2
just to see if it worked, I put an RF choke...

just to see if it worked, I put an RF choke around the wires going to/from the tstat. So far I haven't had the problem reoccur. I just used a 2 part iron core choke I got at radio shack and wrapped...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-07-2008, 03:09 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,791
Posted By Moder2
I found it! Thanks you guys for the RF...

I found it!

Thanks you guys for the RF suggestion! It is one of the thin lites, just over the table. I'll replace the bulbs later, or swap the fixture, but I would have never found that without...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-05-2008, 12:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,694
Posted By Moder2
One of the first things they teach your in truck...

One of the first things they teach your in truck school....

Never trust your fuel gauge. Know your MPG, and How many miles you have gone since last fill up.

John
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-02-2008, 08:43 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,791
Posted By Moder2
Interesting. Thanks John. Next time it...

Interesting. Thanks John.

Next time it occurs I am going to put a RF choke on the stat line and see if that works.

Funny how RF can do some really weird things...

John
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-02-2008, 08:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,561
Posted By Moder2
Harry, I just had this same problem. Either...

Harry, I just had this same problem.

Either your high limit switch is going bad, or you don't have enough airflow which is tripping the high limit switch.

Check all your vents, make sure they...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-02-2008, 08:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,791
Posted By Moder2
The fan mode switch isn't stuck, I took the stat...

The fan mode switch isn't stuck, I took the stat apart to be sure of that and checked with a multimeter. Good suggestion though!

My fan will come on in any mode if I turn it to on.
...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-02-2008, 04:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,315
Posted By Moder2
jhanan, I would imagine it will evacuate the...

jhanan,

I would imagine it will evacuate the system, but I am not sure you can avoid that. The right way to do that is to take it to an A/C shop and have it sucked down, although I know many...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 02-02-2008, 04:07 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,610
Posted By Moder2
I have one and it is a great tool to have in case...

I have one and it is a great tool to have in case of a valve failure! I also use it when flushing, after my black tank is running clear, I open both valves and back fill my gray tank. Though, you d...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-02-2008, 03:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,791
Posted By Moder2
Im sorry, I wasn't real clear. It is the A/C...

Im sorry, I wasn't real clear.

It is the A/C and Heatpump indoor fan that is running (Cieling vents). It is NOT on.

Yes, we use space heaters, which is why the temp is normal in here.
...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-01-2008, 04:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,791
Posted By Moder2
So I'm sitting here on this snowy night in Saint...

So I'm sitting here on this snowy night in Saint Louis, and I have my thermostat set for gas only since it is only about 20 degree's out. The fan on the A/C is set for Auto.

The Indoor fan starts...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-01-2008, 04:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,791
Posted By Moder2
So I'm sitting here on this snowy night in Saint...

So I'm sitting here on this snowy night in Saint Louis, and I have my thermostat set for gas only since it is only about 20 degree's out. The fan on the A/C is set for Auto.

The Indoor fan starts...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-29-2008, 05:18 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,610
Posted By Moder2
Finhawk, I did change one out. It wasn't as...

Finhawk,

I did change one out. It wasn't as bad as I initially thought, but it isn't a quick 10 min job. I am not familiar with your unit, but mine are mounted crosswise behind the water control...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-29-2008, 03:34 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,610
Posted By Moder2
On our UA, both valves are cable type. Right...

On our UA, both valves are cable type. Right after we bought it, the gray one went bad, and after seeing the cost of a new gray valve with the cable (If memory serves was around $75.00) I was...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-21-2008, 03:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,315
Posted By Moder2
Oh, And yes, my fans will cycle, but it is...

Oh,

And yes, my fans will cycle, but it is sometimes hard to tell, since they continue to spin, and startup before they are done spinning. It is best to check for power with a test light or...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-21-2008, 03:37 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,315
Posted By Moder2
Replacement is pretty easy. Open the bay...

Replacement is pretty easy.

Open the bay door right next to your condenser, you will see a angle bracket that holds the grill shut over the condenser. Take those screws out (I just remove the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-14-2008, 03:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,593
Posted By Moder2
I am sure John gave that advice because there is...

I am sure John gave that advice because there is really no good way of doing what the OP wants. It would most likely involve messing with wiring in the furnace to some how get power to the fan motor...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-09-2008, 05:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,546
Posted By Moder2
It could be Caps, or the board actually. Is...

It could be Caps, or the board actually.

Is the fan kicking on high or low? Not at all?

I had a problem last summer, and the outside blower wasn't kicking in, then the high head pres. switch...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-01-2008, 11:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,019
Posted By Moder2
Derek and I are on our third full-time winter, 2...

Derek and I are on our third full-time winter, 2 of them being cold ones. This is our first cold winter with the Winnie.

We have our outside water hose wrapped with a heat tape, and insulated. ...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-19-2007, 03:49 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,273
Posted By Moder2
The original was OE, the following two came...

The original was OE, the following two came directly from suburban. The final switch was after market, but I am not sure who made it. It is funny, because initially I made them order the OE...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-18-2007, 11:56 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,273
Posted By Moder2
I thank all of you for your suggestions. ...

I thank all of you for your suggestions.

Furnace is back in and working properly. We must have gotten a bad batch of limit switches is all we can determine. We picked up a 4th switch from a...
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