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Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 03-27-2019, 06:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,274
Posted By vanmark
The bus is the best to get around Key West. ...

The bus is the best to get around Key West. Parking is at a premium, very few spaces with all the people. There is a parking garage that is several blocks from down town. We always enjoyed taking...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 03-26-2019, 05:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,274
Posted By vanmark
Key West has a good public bus service. There is...

Key West has a good public bus service. There is also a bus that runs from Marathon to Key West, so any campground on Hy 1 between those towns would have a bus stop. We spent seven winters in both...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-18-2019, 07:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,614
Posted By vanmark
It is normal for the voltage to drop to 13.2 . ...

It is normal for the voltage to drop to 13.2 . 13.2 is the float voltage and it should hold it at that until the batteries reguire a bulk charge again. Sounds like the converter is working ok.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-21-2018, 05:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,431
Posted By vanmark
When I close the doors, I feel under the door at...

When I close the doors, I feel under the door at the catch to be sure that the lock pin is thru the catch plate. I do this whenever I close the door and the motor home is always ready to go. Just...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-15-2018, 03:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,099
Posted By vanmark
You can do it with the generator ok and it may...

You can do it with the generator ok and it may take 5 hours depending on the size of the converter or charger. Shore power is the easiest way, but boondocking it may be just the generator. In the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-15-2018, 11:35 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,099
Posted By vanmark
Running the generator for two hours of an evening...

Running the generator for two hours of an evening and two in the morning is correct. When you are doing this you are only putting back about 80% of the charge. That is why you cannot get as much...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-15-2018, 09:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,138
Posted By vanmark
It sounds like the winterizing system that was on...

It sounds like the winterizing system that was on our 1998 Vetra Grand Tour. The bypass switch controls the solenoid to by pass the water heater, so it doesn't fill with antifreeze. When you hit...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 10-29-2018, 08:52 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,591
Posted By vanmark
I use the "Smart tire minder" It works very...

I use the "Smart tire minder" It works very well. I have used it for about 20,000 miles and like it. It uses your smart phone as the monitor thru bluetooth. It keeps from mounting a separate...
Forum: RV's and Tow Vehicles For Sale & Wanted 10-23-2018, 03:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 777
Posted By vanmark
I would think that in the South, the sales are...

I would think that in the South, the sales are year around. We bought our motor home new in October in Biloxi, Mississippi. It may be better in the winter in the South with the snowbirds.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 10-21-2018, 03:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,814
Posted By vanmark
The check valve on the water heater is maybe...

The check valve on the water heater is maybe going bad and sticking. Check to see if it has one. Most RV's do and they will stick partially stuck or fully closed. It will be on the back side of...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 10-21-2018, 02:55 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,591
Posted By vanmark
We had a tire blow out and there wasn't any...

We had a tire blow out and there wasn't any indication, no vibration, noise, nothing except the tire monitor indicated no air in the tire. It paid for itself by not ruining the aluminum wheel, which...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-30-2018, 12:24 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,598
Posted By vanmark
I still use S&T as a trip planner. I have the...

I still use S&T as a trip planner. I have the 2013 ver. which is the last ver. sold. I never used it as a GPS, just as a trip planner. Not needing internet connection on a trip to Alaska was a big...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-31-2018, 05:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,887
Posted By vanmark
Itiswhatitis, I would call Winnebago to talk to...

Itiswhatitis, I would call Winnebago to talk to them about changing to Power Gear and if there is any cost. I have been very happy with the Power Gear that they put on our full wall slide. Also...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-29-2018, 02:28 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,787
Posted By vanmark
We always left the gas fridge on when on the road...

We always left the gas fridge on when on the road along with the gas furnace if needed. We would shut them off when fueling. They are made to be used on the road. That is how the food is kept...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-24-2018, 03:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,994
Posted By vanmark
Powercat, is right. It is the check valve and it...

Powercat, is right. It is the check valve and it is best to get a new one to be sure it is ok.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-14-2018, 03:58 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,220
Posted By vanmark
Be sure to use a 12 gauge extension cord. Most...

Be sure to use a 12 gauge extension cord. Most cords sold are not heavy enough. That will help with the voltage drop.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-10-2018, 02:42 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,524
Posted By vanmark
One thing to remember is a diesel motor home sets...

One thing to remember is a diesel motor home sets lower to the ground than a 5th wheel. Most gas motor homes will be as high as the 5th wheel. I think a diesel would drag with that drive.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-10-2018, 02:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,227
Posted By vanmark
Always run the engine to give the highest voltage...

Always run the engine to give the highest voltage to the slide motors whether electric or hydraulic. Also if diesel, let the engine run long enough for the engine grid heater to stay off, Watch the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-07-2018, 05:31 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,494
Posted By vanmark
Always inspect the battery cables how they are...

Always inspect the battery cables how they are routed. I had a battery cable to the starter to short out on a 1998 Vectra on a Freightliner chassis. It had been rubbing on the sharp edge of the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-05-2018, 02:53 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,216
Posted By vanmark
I might add to the above post that most all the...

I might add to the above post that most all the vendor items have a warranty independent of Winnebago. I have found some items have longer warranties than the Winnebago factory warranty. The...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-05-2018, 02:38 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,216
Posted By vanmark
I have had very good work done by independent RV...

I have had very good work done by independent RV repair places and not dealers. Dealers seem more interested in the sale of units and not so much the repair side of the business, where as the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-28-2018, 07:19 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,887
Posted By vanmark
Winnebago replaced the schwintec slide on our...

Winnebago replaced the schwintec slide on our motor home with the power gear slide, This work was done at the factory without any charge. This was on the full wall slide about three years ago and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-07-2018, 09:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 776
Posted By vanmark
We have a 36M Journey and I would think the doors...

We have a 36M Journey and I would think the doors are made the same. The backs of the doors are glued on, so wouldn't come apart. If the part you dropped is steel, you might go to a auto parts...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-04-2018, 05:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,839
Posted By vanmark
The problems with the above posts is the...

The problems with the above posts is the batteries are not being charged enough. You cannot go by panel lights or digital voltage meters to tell when the batteries are charged. They will give a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-18-2018, 10:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 819
Posted By vanmark
You should be able to run the furnace fan as...

You should be able to run the furnace fan as needed thru the night with the average size batteries. You will need to run the generator for about two hours first thing in the morning and about two to...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 03-20-2018, 03:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,542
Posted By vanmark
This is a very nice way to go. Very scenic. I...

This is a very nice way to go. Very scenic. I have been over it several times and enjoy it. Just gear down as needed.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-17-2018, 11:08 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,874
Posted By vanmark
I have a 2015 journey with a full wall slide and...

I have a 2015 journey with a full wall slide and the power gear unit has not given any problems. We have 26,000 miles on the motor home, so the slide has been in and out a lot.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-15-2018, 04:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,943
Posted By vanmark
Use a battery terminal puller or a small pulley...

Use a battery terminal puller or a small pulley or gear puller is the safest way to remove them without damage.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-17-2018, 12:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,681
Posted By vanmark
I had a Winnebago 1998 Vectra that had the horns...

I had a Winnebago 1998 Vectra that had the horns mounted on a steel plate also that had rusted. The metal was thick enough that it wasn't any problem. I think this is the same
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-12-2018, 07:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,454
Posted By vanmark
I have never had the problem of the jacks...

I have never had the problem of the jacks drifting down, but one thing I would check would be this. In the manual it states there is a valve to manually retract the jacks. I would check that that...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-07-2018, 01:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,092
Posted By vanmark
Forest City doesn't do any oil or lube on the...

Forest City doesn't do any oil or lube on the engine or generator. It is best to have an appointment as it will save waiting until there is an opening. They do have appointments several months in...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-18-2018, 10:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,100
Posted By vanmark
We have had two motor homes and both you needed...

We have had two motor homes and both you needed to step on the pedal for the sprayer to work.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-31-2017, 10:11 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,346
Posted By vanmark
One tool I now have is a 4 way lug wrench for the...

One tool I now have is a 4 way lug wrench for the toad. I had a blow out about one month ago, and I couldn't get the lug nuts off with the whimpy wrench that came with the jeep. Of course I was in...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-31-2017, 09:57 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,346
Posted By vanmark
We sometimes travel in out of the way places. I...

We sometimes travel in out of the way places. I have the special tools that I need to raise the jacks manually and the tools needed to close the slides manually. As an example one slide requires a...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 12-22-2017, 05:24 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,641
Posted By vanmark
There's really nothing to service. If its...

There's really nothing to service. If its working I would leave it alone. Our older Vectra we had, did have a air filter that you changed that was under the floor of the kitchen sink. It was a...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 12-04-2017, 06:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,397
Posted By vanmark
I cannot answer your question on what to avoid, ...

I cannot answer your question on what to avoid, but do see the Bass Pro Shop in the pyrimid. It is very worth seeing even if you don't hunt or fish. Plan on eating at one of the restaurants and go...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-20-2017, 03:13 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 9,325
Posted By vanmark
I have found that with a diesel motor home you...

I have found that with a diesel motor home you not only need to have the engine running, but you need to wait until the engine intake heater quits going on and off. It will cause the volts to drop...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-07-2017, 02:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,712
Posted By vanmark
I had a piece of tape that was coming loose. ...

I had a piece of tape that was coming loose. Ours had a sticky back and was able to take a cloth and press and rub it hard and it has stayed. I just think they didn't push hard enough for it to...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-07-2017, 02:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,330
Posted By vanmark
I cannot help on the installation, but I can say...

I cannot help on the installation, but I can say we really enjoy the fireplace in our motor home. It is nice on a cool morning to take the chill off. Good luck on the install.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-07-2017, 02:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,002
Posted By vanmark
Never been there, but it looks like a really nice...

Never been there, but it looks like a really nice place.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-30-2017, 06:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,117
Posted By vanmark
We run our generator if it is hot for the A/C,...

We run our generator if it is hot for the A/C, other wise we leave it off. Our dash a/c does good at keeping the front cool, until about 90 outside. Sometimes we will start the generator about noon...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-28-2017, 04:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,099
Posted By vanmark
I looked up the information from Winnebago and it...

I looked up the information from Winnebago and it is the same as a 2015 Journey that we have.
The 2016 Meridian has 6 group 31 AGM batteries for the house. These don't require checking for water as...
Forum: Welcome Mat 09-22-2017, 05:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,030
Posted By vanmark
I'm here also from IRV2. Looking forward to the...

I'm here also from IRV2. Looking forward to the new forum
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-22-2017, 05:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 918
Posted By vanmark
Thanks for the Information

Thanks for the Information
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