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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-07-2011, 03:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,015
Posted By Catpowered
I am having trouble with the 4-way flashers on my...

I am having trouble with the 4-way flashers on my 2004 Itasca Meridian also. When they do work, I hear the clicking sound coming from an electrical panel (under a cover) located behind the removeable...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-24-2011, 05:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,919
Posted By Catpowered
Good advice, KIX. I e-mailed Winnebago with...

Good advice, KIX. I e-mailed Winnebago with photos of the burned battery cable and copies of the Freightliner repair bill attached. They agreed to cover fifty percent of the bill. My faith is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-13-2011, 04:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,919
Posted By Catpowered
As Paul Harvey used to say, "Here is the rest of...

As Paul Harvey used to say, "Here is the rest of the story". Freightliner called and said that a major battery cable had shorted out on the coach floor just above the rear axle. It was very tight...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-13-2011, 02:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,919
Posted By Catpowered
Checked the continuity of the positive side of...

Checked the continuity of the positive side of the batteries (disconnected the negative side) with the coach frame and it is a dead short somewhere. Had it towed to the local Freightliner service...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-13-2011, 07:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,919
Posted By Catpowered
Thanks, KIX. I shall try the continuity check...

Thanks, KIX. I shall try the continuity check this morning.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-12-2011, 04:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,919
Posted By Catpowered
Complete Chassis Electrical Failure

Just a couple of miles from home after a 4 hour drive from the cool mountains, our 04 Meridian just flat quit! I looked at the Allison selector and a little "x" showed up. The engine was idleing for...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-29-2011, 02:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,389
Posted By Catpowered
What model and year would help. First thing I...

What model and year would help. First thing I think of is the fresh water tank, the water heater, water pump, and all the hoses and fittings between them.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-28-2011, 04:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,452
Posted By Catpowered
Something similar happened to my 2004 Meridian....

Something similar happened to my 2004 Meridian. At times the power awning, patio or door, simply would not work. I didn't think of the simple things first. The problem was that I left the ignition...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-27-2011, 03:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,054
Posted By Catpowered
There is no wiring diagram for a Trik-L-Start on...

There is no wiring diagram for a Trik-L-Start on 04's, therefore I used what I thought would be similar. Winnebago did not use Trik-L-Start's on 2004 models. I now have it installed and it is working...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-26-2011, 05:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,879
Posted By Catpowered
On my 04 Meridian I mounted the Trik-L-Start on...

On my 04 Meridian I mounted the Trik-L-Start on the cover panel where it is easily visible once the generator access door is opened. I passed the wires through a 3/8" hole I drilled about an inch up...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-26-2011, 11:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,054
Posted By Catpowered
I'm not connect to shore power, but a solar panel...

I'm not connect to shore power, but a solar panel on the roof keeps the coach batteries maintained.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-26-2011, 10:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,054
Posted By Catpowered
Trik-L-Start install diagram wrong for 04 Meridian

Today I attempted to install a new Trik-L-Start on the front panel (near the battery disconnect and isolator solenoids) but discovered it simply will not work when connected according to Winnebago's...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-04-2011, 03:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,687
Posted By Catpowered
I have had the same unglueing problems with my 04...

I have had the same unglueing problems with my 04 Meridian. From what I understand is that Larry, Darrel and his other brother Darrel were working in the day/night shade department. Because they...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-07-2011, 01:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,414
Posted By Catpowered
We have a 2004 Meridian 34H and have had a few of...

We have a 2004 Meridian 34H and have had a few of the afore-mentioned problems like the rear view camera going out. We also had the flexible kitchen sink drain hose "crimp" and leak just before where...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-12-2011, 06:33 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 19,373
Posted By Catpowered
Probably not! My first Winnebago was a 1974...

Probably not! My first Winnebago was a 1974 travel trailer and my last was a 2004 Meridian. The Meridian rear cap is pulling away from the rest of the coach and forums like this has told me it is an...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-05-2011, 03:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,371
Posted By Catpowered
I agree with the crappy design and assembly. Up...

I agree with the crappy design and assembly. Up until now this has been a good coach but with problems like this why would I want to buy another Winnebago product? I suspect some staff member from...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-30-2010, 03:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,371
Posted By Catpowered
Thanks, Bill. This what I needed to know if I...

Thanks, Bill. This what I needed to know if I attempt the repairs myself. I called our local RV repair shop and they said it was 8 -10 hours labor. It doesn't sound that difficult, just finding a...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-29-2010, 01:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,371
Posted By Catpowered
04 Meridian - Rear cap pulling away from coach

Within the past month I noticed the entire rear cap on our 04 Meridian pulling away from the side walls about 1/2" on the driver's side and 1/8" on the passenger's side. It is noticeable because the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-16-2010, 03:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,134
Posted By Catpowered
I had my Meridian done yesterday. It took them...

I had my Meridian done yesterday. It took them about 30 minutes and they did not have to remove the refrig. Most of the work (maybe all of it, I didn't watch) was done from the outside access to the...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-03-2010, 04:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,469
Posted By Catpowered
Don't order caulk from Mobility RV

I intend to caulk the front cap on my 04 Meridian and wanted to use the OEM caulk. I thought it may be a special caulk used specifically for painted fiberglass. Therefore I researched the part number...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-09-2010, 04:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,959
Posted By Catpowered
This isn't exactly on the subject, but both...

This isn't exactly on the subject, but both awning motors are tied through the ignition switch. One day my awnings wouldn't roll out and I discovered that I had left the ignition switch on...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-25-2010, 12:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,773
Posted By Catpowered
I discovered the following the hard way: After...

I discovered the following the hard way: After dumping the air on my HWH system the air bags will not inflate UNTIL you push the "Store" button. I parked my motorhome, dumped the air and left it for...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-12-2009, 05:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,936
Posted By Catpowered
Wow, you saved some serious dollars by doing that...

Wow, you saved some serious dollars by doing that yourself! Freightliner just replaced mine, 3 hours labor @ $125.00 per hr., plus shop rags, tax, coolant, etc. Fortunately my extended warranty...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-06-2009, 01:05 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 12,955
Posted By Catpowered
Jim, I have a 2004 Itasca Meridian with the 330...

Jim,
I have a 2004 Itasca Meridian with the 330 C-7 also. I had the exact same problem of overheating on hot days and long hills, but I was towing a Chevy Tracker (3000#) I read the forums and...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-31-2009, 07:19 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,623
Posted By Catpowered
This adhesive failure seems to be limited to the...

This adhesive failure seems to be limited to the 2004 and 2005 models. I have a 04 Meridian and have had to re-glue the rear engine access door. I used JB Weld and it has worked great. Winnebago is...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 03-27-2009, 04:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,788
Posted By Catpowered
WOW! Nice job and thanks for the great photos.

WOW! Nice job and thanks for the great photos.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-05-2008, 08:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,894
Posted By Catpowered
I see in all the 2008 and 2009 sales brochures...

I see in all the 2008 and 2009 sales brochures that the Cat engine is no longer offered, only Cummins. I love the Cat engine in my Meridian, that is one of the reasons I bought it. Does anybody know...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-05-2008, 08:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,894
Posted By Catpowered
I see in all the 2008 and 2009 sales brochures...

I see in all the 2008 and 2009 sales brochures that the Cat engine is no longer offered, only Cummins. I love the Cat engine in my Meridian, that is one of the reasons I bought it. Does anybody know...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 11-28-2008, 07:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,632
Posted By Catpowered
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by wagonmaster2:
Thanks Old Snipe - I've always cured the...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 11-27-2008, 07:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,632
Posted By Catpowered
When I have the surround sound speaker system...

When I have the surround sound speaker system switched to "Radio" and turn the radio off, I hear a low volume "popping" from the speakers. When switched to "TV" and the TV is off there is no...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 11-27-2008, 07:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,632
Posted By Catpowered
When I have the surround sound speaker system...

When I have the surround sound speaker system switched to "Radio" and turn the radio off, I hear a low volume "popping" from the speakers. When switched to "TV" and the TV is off there is no...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-27-2008, 07:40 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,111
Posted By Catpowered
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by amanda_h:
I've never understood the use of sink covers...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-24-2008, 08:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,346
Posted By Catpowered
Lots of good information here, it sounds like I...

Lots of good information here, it sounds like I can squeeze an unmounted tire into this compartment. I would like to carry just a spare tire, because I have been with other motorhome owners who had a...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-21-2008, 11:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,346
Posted By Catpowered
I am contemplating carrying a spare tire (no...

I am contemplating carrying a spare tire (no rim)with me, especially on trips into Mexico. I was curious if anyone with a 34' Meridian or Journey attempted to carry just a spare tire (no rim) in the...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-21-2008, 11:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,346
Posted By Catpowered
I am contemplating carrying a spare tire (no...

I am contemplating carrying a spare tire (no rim)with me, especially on trips into Mexico. I was curious if anyone with a 34' Meridian or Journey attempted to carry just a spare tire (no rim) in the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-13-2008, 05:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,093
Posted By Catpowered
There are several (maybe 5 or 6) sheet metal...

There are several (maybe 5 or 6) sheet metal screws that hold the plastic cowling that surrounds the instrument panel to the major panel beneath the windshields. These are vertical screws that are...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-10-2008, 03:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,239
Posted By Catpowered
This is interesting because my 04 Meridian has...

This is interesting because my 04 Meridian has entry door squeaks also. My solution is to marinate the door seals with silicone. That seems to stop the squeaking for six months or so. It is curious...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-26-2008, 02:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,849
Posted By Catpowered
CCI Controls IS in business and customer service...

CCI Controls IS in business and customer service oriented. I finally did contact them, sent my wayward LP detector in, and received a new one in return. This was the second return of my LP detector...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-20-2008, 02:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,199
Posted By Catpowered
This is exactly what the top side of my 04...

This is exactly what the top side of my 04 Meridian with CAT C-7 looked like. I used a "pump-type" garden sprayer with a long brass wand and adjustable spray nozzle, filled with undiluted Simple...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-16-2008, 12:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,082
Posted By Catpowered
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by oemtech:
What does it do... no more torn shirts,...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-15-2008, 05:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,082
Posted By Catpowered
What does this new one do that the old one...

What does this new one do that the old one doesn't? They both are pegs except the new one doesn't have a hex head.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-15-2008, 09:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,082
Posted By Catpowered
The door latch on our 04 Meridian releases while...

The door latch on our 04 Meridian releases while going down the road. The door doesn't come open, but becomes very loose. We lock both the standard and dead-bolt latches before getting under way, but...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-15-2008, 09:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,082
Posted By Catpowered
The door latch on our 04 Meridian releases while...

The door latch on our 04 Meridian releases while going down the road. The door doesn't come open, but becomes very loose. We lock both the standard and dead-bolt latches before getting under way, but...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-06-2008, 02:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,849
Posted By Catpowered
Thanks, Gary. I called her and she didn't answer...

Thanks, Gary. I called her and she didn't answer the telephone either. I left a message to call (again) and we will see where that goes.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-06-2008, 01:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,849
Posted By Catpowered
CCI Controls made the propane detector for my...

CCI Controls made the propane detector for my coach. I attempted to call them several times because it alarms when no propane is present. I have left several messages for them to call me and...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-06-2008, 01:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,849
Posted By Catpowered
CCI Controls made the propane detector for my...

CCI Controls made the propane detector for my coach. I attempted to call them several times because it alarms when no propane is present. I have left several messages for them to call me and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-21-2008, 09:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,699
Posted By Catpowered
Ed, I think my 04 Meridian is the same as your...

Ed,
I think my 04 Meridian is the same as your Journey. My surround sound is always on, there is no switch for it. It always plays from the RV radio or broadcast (air) TV. However, it doesn't play...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-17-2008, 06:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,910
Posted By Catpowered
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Red T:
One more thing about the radiator access door -...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-13-2008, 11:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,910
Posted By Catpowered
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by lthrnk:
Yes, things do happen. I would venture to...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-12-2008, 02:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,910
Posted By Catpowered
Here's a update on my previous venting about...

Here's a update on my previous venting about adhesive failures on my 04 Meridian. I removed one of the small steel angles on the upper part of the radiator access door and found something...
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