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Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 02-26-2009, 01:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,437
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
I bought a Sirius Stiletto 100 for my wife to...

I bought a Sirius Stiletto 100 for my wife to walk with and three vehicle adapter kits. I simply put the Sirius in whatever vehicle we're in. I paid $300 for a lifetime subscription.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-13-2009, 01:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,099
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
What about the studs and lug nuts then?

What about the studs and lug nuts then?
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-12-2009, 03:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,455
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Look in the ceiling of your basement...

Look in the ceiling of your basement compartments. A large "T" handle with a white hose in the vicinity about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.

Mine is on the right side, second compartment on the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-19-2008, 12:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,055
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Had to buy three new ones. One old one boiled...

Had to buy three new ones. One old one boiled about 30 minutes after hookup.

Leaving tomorrow for GA and don't want to start a trip with a problem already in progress.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-17-2008, 12:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,055
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Well, an update on the charging problem. I...

Well, an update on the charging problem.

I took the batteries all out to NAPA and they tested and found one with only 101 amps. We put it on their commercial charger for two hours and then took...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-16-2008, 12:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,055
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Autofish, Thanks for the quick response. I...

Autofish,

Thanks for the quick response. I guess I needed to vent like the batteries!

Winnie recommended NAPA Group 30. They said they have had very good luck with them. I had no choice when...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-16-2008, 11:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,055
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
I just got the m/h out of strorage yesterday for...

I just got the m/h out of strorage yesterday for a Xmas trip. All ground cables disconnected at the batteries while in storage. The house batteries were dead; chassis fine.

When I plugged it in...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-16-2008, 11:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,055
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
I just got the m/h out of strorage yesterday for...

I just got the m/h out of strorage yesterday for a Xmas trip. All ground cables disconnected at the batteries while in storage. The house batteries were dead; chassis fine.

When I plugged it in...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 12-15-2008, 02:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,731
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
I just use soap and water on mine. The manual...

I just use soap and water on mine. The manual that came with mine specifically says DO NOT POLISH.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-14-2008, 10:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,062
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
[QUOTE]Originally posted by CHIPPYSGT: Mine is...

[QUOTE]Originally posted by CHIPPYSGT:
Mine is located in the last rear compartment on the left side where the power cord comes from. Mine is mounted on the left wall of that compartment.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-14-2008, 10:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,062
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Mine is located in the last rear compartment on...

Mine is located in the last rear compartment on the left side where the power cord comes from. Mine is mounted on the left wall of that compartment.

My m/h is a 2005 Itasca Meridian 36G.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 12-11-2008, 12:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,990
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
I was using a pair of screwdrivers but because of...

I was using a pair of screwdrivers but because of the !!@#$^&*()bifocals I didn't realize I was under the bottom piece.

Getting old is the pits but beats the alternative!
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-11-2008, 11:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,772
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Any chance the lever on the valve is loose and...

Any chance the lever on the valve is loose and you just moved the lever and not the valve guts the first time?

No, I've not had it happen but I have forgotten to turn the valve to the bypass...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-11-2008, 02:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,828
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
I use the sprinkler trick on my cars two or three...

I use the sprinkler trick on my cars two or three times a winter if I remember it. Good idea with the ropes.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 12-10-2008, 11:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,990
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Yep, it's industrial strength velcro. When I...

Yep, it's industrial strength velcro. When I pried mine loose, it came loose from the bottom of the cabinet.

I put a Velcro stretch strap in over the driver's side to hold down my Directv box...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-08-2008, 09:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,139
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Can you post any photos? That would help and I'm...

Can you post any photos? That would help and I'm sure more would respond.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-03-2008, 10:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,438
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
If you can get to the back of the vertical piece,...

If you can get to the back of the vertical piece, how about drilling a pilot hole thru it and into the horizonal piece at an angle.

Then, push the bottom of the cabinet up and run the screw in. ...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 12-03-2008, 03:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,118
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
I've run my BB off the dash plug also, but on...

I've run my BB off the dash plug also, but on long trips (several days) it will run the Jeep battery down, so I got into the habit of using the DC power source.

It's just easier for me to recharge...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 12-02-2008, 11:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,118
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
I run mine off a battery jumper/auxillary 12 volt...

I run mine off a battery jumper/auxillary 12 volt dc supply pack. I just plug the jumper into 110 each night and charge it up.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-23-2008, 01:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,351
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
js9315, I've done exactly the same thing. ...

js9315,

I've done exactly the same thing. Now I don't have to think about my weak knees climbing up and down the ladder too many more times.

In fact, I've got a couple of leaky places on my...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-10-2008, 12:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,223
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Put a couple of wraps of electrical tape around...

Put a couple of wraps of electrical tape around the latch post. That stops mine and I replace the tape every 200 openings or so when it starts squeaking again.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 11-10-2008, 03:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,414
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
May warrant a call to Winnie customer service.

May warrant a call to Winnie customer service.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-30-2008, 04:46 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 17,375
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
We just came home a day early from a month's trip...

We just came home a day early from a month's trip in WV due to what I think was/is probably an inverter failure. Of course a Dimension.

I notice the lights were getting dim and went to check the...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-01-2008, 01:51 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,942
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Check Village RV in Sacramento. They're Itasca...

Check Village RV in Sacramento. They're Itasca dealers and where we purchased in 2005.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-24-2008, 10:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,337
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
My clearcoat was doing the same thing. I bought...

My clearcoat was doing the same thing. I bought a small paint aerosol gun at a parts house and the clearcoat by Sherwin-Williams. I then took XXXX steel wool and sanded down the flakey parts to...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-22-2008, 02:52 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,323
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
When we travel we put the shower head on the...

When we travel we put the shower head on the floor of the shower wrapped in a towel. All that bouncing can't be good for the little plastic post.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-13-2008, 10:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,503
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
I'll bet it IS squirrels. I'm parked right near...

I'll bet it IS squirrels. I'm parked right near a big apple tree and limbs are above the m/h but up pretty high. I guess I'll look for the squirrel with the hang glider under his /her arm or a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-13-2008, 03:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,688
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Mine are all in the right front wheel well. Two...

Mine are all in the right front wheel well. Two behind the tirew and one in front of it. Use the awning rod to pull the cable.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-13-2008, 03:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,503
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Here's one for you. I was inspecting my roof...

Here's one for you. I was inspecting my roof seam caulking and happened to glance at the caulking around the Kingdome mount bolts and the batwing. Large quantities were gone and apparently the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-13-2008, 03:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,503
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Here's one for you. I was inspecting my roof...

Here's one for you. I was inspecting my roof seam caulking and happened to glance at the caulking around the Kingdome mount bolts and the batwing. Large quantities were gone and apparently the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-12-2008, 02:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,858
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
I'd check to see that all the required...

I'd check to see that all the required maintenance has been done, like the tranny filter change at 5,000 miles, oil changes in cummins and gen set.

A 2007 probably won't have many miles on it and...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-29-2008, 12:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,587
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
You need to put some lubricant on it. WD-40 is...

You need to put some lubricant on it. WD-40 is very temporary as it is a water displacer, hence the WD in the name.

A return spring would return the cable to the position selected and keep it...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-27-2008, 12:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,433
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Greg, Sorry, I misread your post. Yours is...

Greg,

Sorry, I misread your post. Yours is too low. The above solution for Doula.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-27-2008, 12:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,433
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Greg, I made a little footstool for my too...

Greg,

I made a little footstool for my too high commode. Got a 4' piece of 1" X 4" and cut off a foot. Made two 6" legs and screwed them to the remaining 3'. Worked like a charm.

Commode...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 08-23-2008, 11:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,536
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
I've owned two Ford Class Cs; a 97 and an 87. ...

I've owned two Ford Class Cs; a 97 and an 87. Both very tight on leg room for the pass and not an over abundance for the driver.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-19-2008, 07:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,182
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Probably can't unless you wire one so it can be...

Probably can't unless you wire one so it can be plugged directly into the power pedestal.

I'm sure one of the forum electrical experts will jump in and advise you better than me but a/c units take...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-18-2008, 01:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,317
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Jim, It will work well on the skylight and...

Jim,

It will work well on the skylight and it will stick to itself.

When you peel the backing off just peel a couple of inches, position it, stip another couple of inches, etc. When it...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-17-2008, 09:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,317
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Doc, The Eternabond tape I have is smooth...

Doc,

The Eternabond tape I have is smooth like scotch tape when it's applied. Thicker, of course, white and paintable.

Simple Green, Windex, 409 will work to prep the surface. I then use a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-10-2008, 12:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,983
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Give more info regarding rig, gen set, inverter,...

Give more info regarding rig, gen set, inverter, etc.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-09-2008, 02:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,136
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Amanda, I don't use any of the...

Amanda,

I don't use any of the aforementioned methods but the simplest and least expensive way to have no mess looks to be the third gate valve as mentioned by Harry in an above post.

I've...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-08-2008, 05:30 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,625
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
I'd start by making sure the battery has a good...

I'd start by making sure the battery has a good charge, good connections, and more than 1/4 tank of fuel.

Gensets in m/h are set up so they will not run with less than a quarter tank of fuel in...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-06-2008, 03:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,356
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Both of my slide topper awsnings ripped a little...

Both of my slide topper awsnings ripped a little at the leading edge right next tor the coach. I replaced the awnings with the aluminum covered teype. They mount differently to the coach and that...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-04-2008, 01:30 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,821
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
My policy thru AON automatically has $100.00...

My policy thru AON automatically has $100.00 deductible for glass.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 08-02-2008, 05:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,592
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
SMLRanger, The antenna is pretty simple to...

SMLRanger,

The antenna is pretty simple to install on the roof. Mine came installed but I had to change it when the antenna for some reason went bad.

I removed the headliner in the driver's...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-20-2008, 02:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,685
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
I'll put my money on the radiator fan kicking in....

I'll put my money on the radiator fan kicking in. I had a class c that did that when I lived in Lone Pine and went up into the mountains to camp. The first time it happened it sent thoughts of $100...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-19-2008, 02:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,940
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
SCVJeff, You can stop the strap from...

SCVJeff,

You can stop the strap from flapping by moving the strap off to one side when letting it roll up. That makes the piecve hanging out shorter and thus no slapping against the side.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-13-2008, 11:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,922
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Did you dump the air prior to leveling? I've...

Did you dump the air prior to leveling? I've forgotten to do that a couple of times and it makes a difference.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-12-2008, 12:12 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 30,982
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Bill, I have to echo the others'...

Bill,

I have to echo the others' compliments on a great job!

One question. How much does the a/c unit weigh?
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-08-2008, 12:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,523
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
That tubing is standard windshield washer tubing...

That tubing is standard windshield washer tubing available at almost all auto parts stores.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-08-2008, 11:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,689
Posted By CHIPPYSGT
Double sided tape is right. Use a wide stiff...

Double sided tape is right. Use a wide stiff bladed putty knife to pry it up. If you use even force but don't jerk or pry hard it will do little or no damage to the register or floor.
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