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Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-22-2017, 08:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,933
Posted By wstalker
I had the same issue. I purchased the silver leaf...

I had the same issue. I purchased the silver leaf system and installed it and now see the miles every time we start it if we have the silver leaf system turned on. Not a cheap fix but the system...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-11-2017, 09:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,553
Posted By wstalker
Thanks Don. I have not dove into it much yet....

Thanks Don. I have not dove into it much yet. Fixing a lot of things on the coach. I will post later what I found. Another issue I have is finding something to replace all the gold trim. Hard on the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-09-2017, 07:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,553
Posted By wstalker
Thank you for the information. I have some...

Thank you for the information. I have some troubleshooting to do. Mine seems to be completely unpowered. The key fobs work fine so far. Wondering if they will still work after doing a retrofit like...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-08-2017, 08:12 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,553
Posted By wstalker
Remote keypad 2005 Vectra

Does anyone know if there is a replacement for the remote keypad on a 2005 Winnebago Vectra 40 AD
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-20-2017, 12:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,080
Posted By wstalker
Has anyone used eternabond over the sikaflex...

Has anyone used eternabond over the sikaflex products? If so does it stick well?
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 04-17-2017, 07:22 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,983
Posted By wstalker
Mine are a different size than yours, but I...

Mine are a different size than yours, but I changed from Michelin 275/80R 22.5 to Toyo 295/75R 22.5. When the tire company changed them I had to use powder in the front as the axle holes were too...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-16-2017, 09:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,316
Posted By wstalker
I have a coach with the what i believe is the 625...

I have a coach with the what i believe is the 625 HWH system. I do not have any issues other than lack of knowledge on my part, but there is one thing that I am curious about. My control pad has...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-13-2017, 07:50 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,634
Posted By wstalker
Just wanted to say thank you for all those that...

Just wanted to say thank you for all those that have posted the things they have done. Made some repairs and also have found that part of the issue is me not knowing how everything works. This site...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-07-2017, 06:48 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 14,311
Posted By wstalker
I bought a used Winnebago Vectra and we still...

I bought a used Winnebago Vectra and we still have not really camped in it. There were numerous things that needed fixed, but we knew a lot of them when we bought it and learned a plethora of things...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-15-2017, 06:50 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,080
Posted By wstalker
Thanks Bob and Donna. Appreciate the help

Thanks Bob and Donna. Appreciate the help
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-14-2017, 09:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,080
Posted By wstalker
Sealant issue

So I am doing all the sealing and caulking associated with my motorhome. For the cap to sidewall I am using sikaflex 221. Polyurethane adhesive. I have more than one area where the previous owner...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-28-2017, 06:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,316
Posted By wstalker
We are not sure what we are going to do yet. This...

We are not sure what we are going to do yet. This is our first motorhome and unfortunately I came to this site after buying. We are waiting to meet with a mobile tech who comes highly recommended in...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-26-2017, 06:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,797
Posted By wstalker
What a coincidence. My new to me coach has been...

What a coincidence. My new to me coach has been testing me in many ways. Yesterday I lost all power to my outlets and after checking my incoming voltage and finding out I had power coming to the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-26-2017, 05:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,316
Posted By wstalker
Thanks everyone. I tried the routine of removing...

Thanks everyone. I tried the routine of removing the plexiglass. No way. Removed the button caps. No big deal. Was the way I kind of thought it would have to happen. Just used to a different method.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-24-2017, 06:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,254
Posted By wstalker
Thanks everyone. I believe I will go the route of...

Thanks everyone. I believe I will go the route of calling Winnebag0 as my parts list has only numbers for the seats
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-22-2017, 08:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,316
Posted By wstalker
Thanks Earl. I have not been able to accomplish...

Thanks Earl. I have not been able to accomplish as of yet. I've been an electrician for forty years now and have worked on how many hundreds of indoor fluorescents and the way you described is same...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-21-2017, 03:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,316
Posted By wstalker
Fluorescent fixture issue

I have 2 fixtures in the living area that are trimmed out in wood. Typically the plexiglass lens would be small enough to maneuver to get it out to get to the lamps. Does anyone know if I have to...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-21-2017, 06:56 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,215
Posted By wstalker
I called sleep number and they sent me a new pump...

I called sleep number and they sent me a new pump and (1) remote. I will be putting them in today. I also noticed several pumps and remotes online from different vendors that look as if they would...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-20-2017, 07:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,254
Posted By wstalker
Winnebago 2005 40 AD seats

I have been trying to find out who manufactured the driver and passenger seat. I think I found the part number but 0 information related to same. Trying to find out if I can order new leather.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-14-2017, 09:26 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,182
Posted By wstalker
I will post pictures as necessary. People on this...

I will post pictures as necessary. People on this forum have been very helpful. When someone buys something from me they will know the good and the bad to the best of my knowledge. The price will...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-13-2017, 02:39 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,182
Posted By wstalker
Just got the mistake I made with the title. Hey,...

Just got the mistake I made with the title. Hey, I'm old too. Should have been "previous owner". Didn't mean to hurt any old timers feelings.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-13-2017, 12:38 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,182
Posted By wstalker
I am going to drop out of this conversation. If I...

I am going to drop out of this conversation. If I handled the subject wrong....so sorry.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-13-2017, 11:41 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,182
Posted By wstalker
He lied about who owned it before him, about the...

He lied about who owned it before him, about the refrigerator working, about the so called flat tv conversion, probably about maintenance, but can't nor will spend the effort to prove, lied about...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-13-2017, 11:17 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,182
Posted By wstalker
The old owner lied about numerous things. It...

The old owner lied about numerous things. It appears as if I struck a nerve. As I stated in the beginning we jumped before making an expensive decision so I am not entirely blaming the previous...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-13-2017, 09:43 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,182
Posted By wstalker
Old owners are liars

So when we bought our motorhome we did not educate ourselves all that well. The previous owners had no maintenance records and I am trying to reach the original owners and have no idea if they would...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-09-2017, 06:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,016
Posted By wstalker
So we made the trip and the coach did fantastic....

So we made the trip and the coach did fantastic. There were times when we revved over 2k on the downhills with the engine brake, but according to the manual it would upshift if necessary. I had more...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-09-2017, 06:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,215
Posted By wstalker
I did not get it working. Unfortunately more...

I did not get it working. Unfortunately more pressing issues are going on that affe ct the coach in a more damaging way. Bed on the back burner for a bit. This forum has helped me immensely with many...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-07-2017, 07:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,016
Posted By wstalker
Mountain Driving

So, tomorrow we will be doing our first drive through some mountain ranges for a trip from Tucson, Az. to Lake Roosevelt, AZ. I have been doing a lot of reading and I have traveled extensively in the...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-06-2017, 06:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,222
Posted By wstalker
Thank you for all the feedback. I talked to a...

Thank you for all the feedback. I talked to a fleet tire dealer who basically said the same thing. He said the Michelin tire size is unigue to Michelin, my guess is they feel they can control the...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-05-2017, 08:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,222
Posted By wstalker
Another tire question

I am looking to replace my tires and would like to go with Toyo. My issue is my Winnebago Vectra 40 AD has 275/80R/22.5 inch Michelin tires and it looks like Toyo has 295/80R/225 tires available....
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-02-2017, 07:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,634
Posted By wstalker
Oh no....more issues...slideout leaking

Beginning to get a little frustrated with the issues, but not giving up. After a good rain my dinette and the buffet were soaked. It appears that there used to be a light or something in the slide...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-31-2016, 09:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,215
Posted By wstalker
Sleep Number Bed

I have my new to me 2005 Vectra 40AD which has a sleep number bed. The two remotes have no display and I do not believe the thing is working. Should I just chalk it up and look for new because of the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-27-2016, 09:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,904
Posted By wstalker
Thank you very much. I have contacted that group...

Thank you very much. I have contacted that group in AZ. Has anyone here had this done to their coach. If so what was the cost? I am talking about the spray on roof.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-26-2016, 11:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,904
Posted By wstalker
Thanks

Thank you Jim. Ken cameron seems to be the choice around here. i have contacted him.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-26-2016, 09:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,904
Posted By wstalker
Roof Caulking

After reading numerous posts in here about roof leaks, I am inclined to take my new to me 2005 VECTRA 40AD to a professional and have it all checked out. Any reccomendations for this kind of work in...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-21-2016, 08:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,417
Posted By wstalker
Appreciate the feedback

Thank you so much for all those that responded. I have a lot to learn, but so far not disappointed at all. Previous owner has been useless, but seems as issues so far are small and naturally being...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-30-2016, 06:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,417
Posted By wstalker
New to me 2005 Vectra 40AD

Just curious what people think of this coach. Mine is Cummins 400 hp diesel. Have a lot to learn. Few little issues that I know of and sure more will arise. previous owner butchered sound system....
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-30-2016, 05:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,709
Posted By wstalker
That information came with the owners manual.

That information came with the owners manual.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-30-2016, 05:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,773
Posted By wstalker
I have been reading about that Steve. It appears...

I have been reading about that Steve. It appears as if there is a shop local that does it. Thank you
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-29-2016, 07:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,709
Posted By wstalker
Length of coach

Recently purchased a 2005 Vectra 40 AD. Looking at my manual that came with the coach it says a 40AD is 36.5 feet long bumper to bumper. Mine is over 39 foot. Any ideas. I know this is trivial. Just...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 11-25-2016, 07:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,919
Posted By wstalker
I have a 2005 Vectra and the original owner...

I have a 2005 Vectra and the original owner completely destroyed the original TV wiring and sound system only so he could watch a better TV I suppose. I will be looking at trying to get sound through...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-25-2016, 07:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,773
Posted By wstalker
Bad window

I just purchased a 2005 Winnebago Vectra 40AD and the driver window is what I would consider compromised. There is a cloud between the two panes and I assume the window will have to be replaced....
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