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Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-09-2010, 08:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,431
Posted By Al Spivey
Don't forget to ream the holes. The burrs are...

Don't forget to ream the holes. The burrs are what caused the cord to break in the first place. If you have bushings, you better use them. This is not a fun job, but it can be done by a layman. I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-31-2009, 05:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,753
Posted By Al Spivey
Hey Dennis, You nailed it. You sent me to right...

Hey Dennis, You nailed it. You sent me to right site and they had the right answer. I found the dumb fuse and replaced it and all is well with my dimension inverter. Thank you so much. You saved...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-31-2009, 07:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,753
Posted By Al Spivey
Dennis, Thanks for your reply. My coach is an...

Dennis, Thanks for your reply. My coach is an 04 Winnie Adventurer 35U. Great machine. The inverter is located over the passenger side of the front area next to the tv. Like I said earlier, I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-30-2009, 04:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,753
Posted By Al Spivey
Fried Dimensions Converter

Hi to all, My question is; has anyone had any experience with the Dimensions converter that powers the tv. I accidently crossed battery cables a while back:blush: and blew out a lot of fuses. I...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 07-26-2009, 07:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,891
Posted By Al Spivey
Be sure you carry a spare somehow. My spare...

Be sure you carry a spare somehow. My spare rides in my toad (Honda Element). I never leave home without it. Got caught in the boonies 2 years ago and really got ripped off getting a new tire and...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-26-2009, 07:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,039
Posted By Al Spivey
Romad, Would you please put the pictures of tv...

Romad, Would you please put the pictures of tv removal on the forum for all to see. With the lousy reception from the older analog tvs, folks will be doing a lot of replacing by using the new flat...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 01-21-2009, 06:39 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,903
Posted By Al Spivey
Though I have been to the Winnebago factory...

Though I have been to the Winnebago factory numerous times, I have never attended the Grand National Rally. I am planning to attend the this year and would like to know about the section "lower D."...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-09-2009, 05:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,859
Posted By Al Spivey
Fred, I have a 04 Winnie Adventurer 35U. Would...

Fred, I have a 04 Winnie Adventurer 35U. Would you put those pictures on the forum or email to me also. Thanks, Al
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-07-2009, 06:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,679
Posted By Al Spivey
Hi All, Before you do anything about...

Hi All, Before you do anything about replacement, check to see if the inverter has blown a series of fuses. There are 2 fuses on top of the inverter. 30 amp, I believe. They may simply need to be...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 12-29-2008, 05:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,480
Posted By Al Spivey
My suggestion is to run the pressure at what is...

My suggestion is to run the pressure at what is recommended by Winnebago. I tried using higher pressure and even went 10 lbs over the suggested amount. The results were not good on rough roads in...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-28-2008, 12:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,003
Posted By Al Spivey
Try JB Weld. My front engine housing door came...

Try JB Weld. My front engine housing door came loose from the metal and I reglued it using JB Weld and after a trip on the roads of New England, Canada, and Nova Scotia last summer, it still holds. ...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 12-28-2008, 12:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,563
Posted By Al Spivey
Hi All, I had a similar problem on my 1994...

Hi All, I had a similar problem on my 1994 Brave. I was on a trip out west and it just about drove us nuts until I had the folks at Forest City take a look at it. It came to be that the shock on...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-22-2008, 05:51 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,322
Posted By Al Spivey
Hi, If your batteries are 4 years old, go to...

Hi, If your batteries are 4 years old, go to Sam's club and buy 2 new batteries. You have really gotten great use out of your old batteries. Best I have ever done is 2 years. But I do a lot of dry...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 09-04-2008, 11:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,155
Posted By Al Spivey
Help Anyone! Al

Help Anyone! Al
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-04-2008, 11:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,172
Posted By Al Spivey
Hey Folks, Have you ever seen a motorhome that...

Hey Folks, Have you ever seen a motorhome that sits out all the time. Well it ain't a pretty sight. For my 2 cents worth, keep it enclosed at all cost. Think of the investment that you made in...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 09-03-2008, 11:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,155
Posted By Al Spivey
Thanks for the wiring info. I have spent at...

Thanks for the wiring info. I have spent at least an hour trying to find the fuse section. No luck. Can you make it a little simple and tell me where to look. This is getting too mind blowing for...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 09-03-2008, 06:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,155
Posted By Al Spivey
My outside radio has stopped working. ('04 Winnie...

My outside radio has stopped working. ('04 Winnie Adventurer 35U). I think it may be a blown fuse. Does anyone know exactly where the fuse is located? Also, are there any manuals that show where...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 09-03-2008, 06:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,155
Posted By Al Spivey
My outside radio has stopped working. ('04 Winnie...

My outside radio has stopped working. ('04 Winnie Adventurer 35U). I think it may be a blown fuse. Does anyone know exactly where the fuse is located? Also, are there any manuals that show where...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 08-11-2008, 04:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,152
Posted By Al Spivey
I left Williamsburg, Va. this morning and before...

I left Williamsburg, Va. this morning and before I left, I made sure the tire pressure was exactly 90 lbs. (cold pressure). I know this was right because I used 2 different tire gauges. When I...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 08-11-2008, 04:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,152
Posted By Al Spivey
I left Williamsburg, Va. this morning and before...

I left Williamsburg, Va. this morning and before I left, I made sure the tire pressure was exactly 90 lbs. (cold pressure). I know this was right because I used 2 different tire gauges. When I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-11-2008, 03:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,993
Posted By Al Spivey
John Canfield, You have answered my question as...

John Canfield, You have answered my question as to the walkie talkie box with the little glass fuse. Now, the converter/inverter is in the cabinet next door to the TV. I assume that this...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-10-2008, 12:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,993
Posted By Al Spivey
Hi Doug, My coach is a 04 Winnie Adventurer 35U....

Hi Doug, My coach is a 04 Winnie Adventurer 35U. The inverter is located next to the TV. Don't know the brand. Hope you have an answer! Thanks, Al
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-10-2008, 12:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,993
Posted By Al Spivey
Does anyone know if there is a fuse that could be...

Does anyone know if there is a fuse that could be blown on the tv converter? I use to have a small light that would stay on all the time when I was hooked up to electricity. It no longer shows red....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-10-2008, 12:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,993
Posted By Al Spivey
Does anyone know if there is a fuse that could be...

Does anyone know if there is a fuse that could be blown on the tv converter? I use to have a small light that would stay on all the time when I was hooked up to electricity. It no longer shows red....
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-07-2008, 05:09 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,491
Posted By Al Spivey
Go with the deal from Forest City. I bought my...

Go with the deal from Forest City. I bought my 4th Winnie from a dealer in Atlanta and have never had a problem getting work done all over the nation. Just recently had work done in Maine and had...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 08-07-2008, 03:35 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,850
Posted By Al Spivey
I am wondering if anyone has experienced a very...

I am wondering if anyone has experienced a very harsh ride in their Winnies over the roads in the northern states of the USA. Riding on even the interstates causes great stress and major bamming and...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 08-07-2008, 03:35 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,850
Posted By Al Spivey
I am wondering if anyone has experienced a very...

I am wondering if anyone has experienced a very harsh ride in their Winnies over the roads in the northern states of the USA. Riding on even the interstates causes great stress and major bamming and...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-04-2008, 05:08 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,442
Posted By Al Spivey
Linda and John, One more comment that I feel...

Linda and John, One more comment that I feel needs to be made. Please take the time and effort to go to the Winnebago factory and see how they are made. Go thru the factory tour and watch the...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-03-2008, 04:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,442
Posted By Al Spivey
I have been fortunate to own 4 Winnies. You will...

I have been fortunate to own 4 Winnies. You will really go to great stress and lengths to find a better coach for the money. My advice is to go to several dealers who have a large selection of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-27-2008, 02:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,010
Posted By Al Spivey
Rockhouse, Now that I think about it, you are...

Rockhouse, Now that I think about it, you are right. My error but I still like the batteries. Thanks for jogging my brain back to reality. Al
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-27-2008, 03:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,010
Posted By Al Spivey
Bill, I had to buy 12 Volt Group 29 batteries. ...

Bill, I had to buy 12 Volt Group 29 batteries. I wanted to put in 6 volt golf cart batteries, but there was no way short of major work to make them fit. They seem to work fine so far. I have had...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-26-2008, 03:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,010
Posted By Al Spivey
I bought new house and engine batteries before I...

I bought new house and engine batteries before I left North Carolina in June from Sam's club. The house batteries had a dead cell in one and pulled both down. Took both to Sam's club in Bangor Maine...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-09-2008, 02:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,026
Posted By Al Spivey
Sounds like you have a slight problem with the...

Sounds like you have a slight problem with the control circuit board. Since you are going to be in Maine stop by Motor Home and RV Super Center in Auburn. I had problems with my 04 Adventurer and...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-07-2008, 01:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,688
Posted By Al Spivey
Hi All, especially John Canfield. Just to report...

Hi All, especially John Canfield. Just to report that John nailed my battery problem. You suggested the bridging solenoid and that was it. I stopped at a Dealer here in Nova Scotia and told the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-06-2008, 12:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,688
Posted By Al Spivey
Thanks John and Frank, I went thru the 12 volt...

Thanks John and Frank, I went thru the 12 volt fuses and tripped them back to active use. That evidently was my problem. The house inverter charger started really working hard and I noticed that...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-06-2008, 03:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,688
Posted By Al Spivey
Hi to all on line. My question is, why do my new...

Hi to all on line. My question is, why do my new house batteries not want to take a charge? I have just installed new 12 volt deep cycle batteries that are group 29 in my 04 Winnie Adventurer and...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-06-2008, 03:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,688
Posted By Al Spivey
Hi to all on line. My question is, why do my new...

Hi to all on line. My question is, why do my new house batteries not want to take a charge? I have just installed new 12 volt deep cycle batteries that are group 29 in my 04 Winnie Adventurer and...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-15-2008, 05:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,787
Posted By Al Spivey
Hi to All, Thanks for all the help. I have...

Hi to All, Thanks for all the help. I have decided to bite the bullet and buy 4 golf cart batteries and install them as per information gleened from this forum. My one last question is to John...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-14-2008, 11:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,844
Posted By Al Spivey
Hi, I would agree with Gary the Wombat. I just...

Hi, I would agree with Gary the Wombat. I just discovered how much stuff actually runs off the Engine Battery. The back up camera, the entry steps and light, radio, temp/direction monitor, antena...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-12-2008, 05:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,787
Posted By Al Spivey
Thudman, Please send the pictures again. They...

Thudman, Please send the pictures again. They did not post on the site. Thanks, Al
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-12-2008, 01:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,787
Posted By Al Spivey
Hi to all, I am sure that someone out there has...

Hi to all, I am sure that someone out there has converted their house battery system from the 2 12 volt batteries to 4 6 volt batteries in a 2004 Winnie Adventurer 35 U. This is what I would like...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-12-2008, 01:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,787
Posted By Al Spivey
Hi to all, I am sure that someone out there has...

Hi to all, I am sure that someone out there has converted their house battery system from the 2 12 volt batteries to 4 6 volt batteries in a 2004 Winnie Adventurer 35 U. This is what I would like...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-19-2007, 07:01 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,473
Posted By Al Spivey
I have checked on line to try and find the Koni...

I have checked on line to try and find the Koni FSD shocks that have been suggested previously. They cost $600. for 4 plus shipping and the cost of having someone install them. Does anyone know...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-15-2007, 06:24 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,473
Posted By Al Spivey
[QUOTE]Originally posted by FrontRangeRVer: My...

[QUOTE]Originally posted by FrontRangeRVer:
My tires sure dont balloon up. 95 fronts cold, then checked when hot=97. Down South the temp has been over 105 degrees. Pehaps...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-14-2007, 01:26 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,473
Posted By Al Spivey
I have checked pressure in all tires. The fronts...

I have checked pressure in all tires. The fronts get 90#s and the rear get 85#s. I have even checked the tires after they get hot and they baloon up to way over 95#s. Could this be the reason that...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-05-2007, 11:46 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,473
Posted By Al Spivey
Hi All, I just returned from a trip to Iowa and...

Hi All, I just returned from a trip to Iowa and various places in between. The roads in America have really gone down more lately. Yes, some states are working on theirs, but by inlarge, most US...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-05-2007, 11:46 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,473
Posted By Al Spivey
Hi All, I just returned from a trip to Iowa and...

Hi All, I just returned from a trip to Iowa and various places in between. The roads in America have really gone down more lately. Yes, some states are working on theirs, but by inlarge, most US...
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