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Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-05-2021, 09:13 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 797
Posted By WolfgangS
Thanks! I'll give that a try.

Thanks! I'll give that a try.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-04-2021, 06:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 797
Posted By WolfgangS
Missing vent cap on Winnie Drop

We just got back from a two week trip and I did my roof inspection and found the vent cap (One of two--the other vent cap is fine) --( just the very top, not the pipe that extends from the roof)...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-25-2020, 01:33 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,812
Posted By WolfgangS
Actually, the problem with LiFePO4 batteries...

Actually, the problem with LiFePO4 batteries isn't so much that they won't charge at colder temps below freezing but that charging them at colder temperatures can actually damage the cells. On plus...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-25-2020, 01:29 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,812
Posted By WolfgangS
Rather than use a DC to DC battery charger, I...

Rather than use a DC to DC battery charger, I used a 30 amp (max) balance charger. This automatically maintains the balance on my individual cells but requires a battery with a balance cable.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-25-2020, 12:00 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,812
Posted By WolfgangS
That's true. There should not be any high voltage...

That's true. There should not be any high voltage coming from solar panels for an RV solar system. The solar panels should always drive a charge controller which charges the battery at an...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-25-2020, 11:02 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,812
Posted By WolfgangS
Yes, Will's videos are the best on this topic. I...

Yes, Will's videos are the best on this topic. I have learned a lot from him. Even if you don't want to build your own batteries or solar setup, they are worth watching.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-24-2020, 07:04 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,812
Posted By WolfgangS
I built my own LiFePo4 battery back with a BMS so...

I built my own LiFePo4 battery back with a BMS so it's roughly the same as Battle Born back for half the cost. I enjoy doing things like this so for me it was fun for others I'd say buy the Battle...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-19-2020, 01:32 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,483
Posted By WolfgangS
Yeah, I got a big pile of manuals for the trailer...

Yeah, I got a big pile of manuals for the trailer and all the appliances but no sealant list (nor did any other Drop owner that I have talked to).
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-19-2020, 10:21 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,483
Posted By WolfgangS
It did not. Do you have a Minnie Drop? (I can...

It did not. Do you have a Minnie Drop? (I can download sealant kits for other models on the web site but I can find nothing for the Drop.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-18-2020, 07:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,483
Posted By WolfgangS
The sealant I see on the Mini Drop roof does not...

The sealant I see on the Mini Drop roof does not appear to be silicone. Does no one know what Winnebago uses there? I really want to know for sure. So far I have not found anyone that seems to...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-18-2020, 07:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,483
Posted By WolfgangS
I have it on good authority that Dicor doesn't...

I have it on good authority that Dicor doesn't work well over silicone. You have to completely remove the silicone before applying the Dicor.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-10-2020, 06:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,483
Posted By WolfgangS
I wonder if Winnebago uses the same sealants with...

I wonder if Winnebago uses the same sealants with both a TPO and a fiberglass roof. I just wish they would reply to my request for a sealant list for my 2018 Drop 1780.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-10-2020, 12:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,483
Posted By WolfgangS
Unfortunately, they mention TPO roofs (that is...

Unfortunately, they mention TPO roofs (that is one type of "rubber" roof) rather than fiberglass, which my Minnie Drop has....
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-08-2020, 07:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,483
Posted By WolfgangS
I have had good luck with Silkaflex in other...

I have had good luck with Silkaflex in other applications where it is exposed to sun an weather. It seems very durable but haven't used in my trailer or any fiberglass. It's good to know the RV...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-07-2020, 09:16 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,483
Posted By WolfgangS
If you could share the list of sealants, that...

If you could share the list of sealants, that would be great. I haven't gotten a reply (after a month) from Winnebago.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-06-2020, 12:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,483
Posted By WolfgangS
Minnie Drop (fiberglass) roof sealants? Dicor?

I have a 2018 Minnie Drop 1780. So far my roof is still fine but it looks like I may want to re-seal a few spots this year. I have been researching this but haven't been able to find or get a list...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 01-12-2020, 07:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,684
Posted By WolfgangS
I wish there were a decent owners manual for Minnie Drops

There's no owners manual or any documentation that lists that or information like that. It's silly not to take the time to provide documentation. It doesn't need to be printed. A pdf or page on a...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 03-20-2019, 08:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,599
Posted By WolfgangS
I have a 2018 Minnie Drop 1780 which has external...

I have a 2018 Minnie Drop 1780 which has external tanks but I get below freezing temps a lot. Here in Colorado camping above 12,000 ft, I have had below freezing even in July. When I bought the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 08-08-2018, 03:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,609
Posted By WolfgangS
I can't imagine towing in the mountains without a...

I can't imagine towing in the mountains without a WD hitch. On any longer trip there *will* be some erratic and strong wiinds.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 08-03-2018, 10:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,609
Posted By WolfgangS
Good choice. The Equalizer on my 1780 has been...

Good choice. The Equalizer on my 1780 has been great. I have towed in some very gusty conditions with no issues. I really like the hitch.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-24-2018, 11:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,884
Posted By WolfgangS
I just bought an EU2200i and it works great with...

I just bought an EU2200i and it works great with my older EU2000i. I can run everything on my Winnie Drop except the AC or the AC and a few other items. I find the Honda EU series generators very...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-20-2018, 12:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,684
Posted By WolfgangS
That's why I did all the extra work and ran some...

That's why I did all the extra work and ran some tests. Where we go at high elevation in Colorado we can unexpectedly get 20 degrees at night even in July so it's a big deal for us. It's rare but it...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-19-2018, 06:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,684
Posted By WolfgangS
I did the insulation and 12volt heat tape in...

I did the insulation and 12volt heat tape in addition to insulating all three tanks with some adhesive insulation. Ran some tests and 10 degrees is no problem so I should be fine at 20 for overnight.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 05-11-2018, 07:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,609
Posted By WolfgangS
Your F150 is heavier than my Xterra TV so it may...

Your F150 is heavier than my Xterra TV so it may be less important but I got the Equal-i-zer 600 lb WD hitch from etrailer for about $550. It made a huge difference in handling and allowed me to tow...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 04-20-2018, 08:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,609
Posted By WolfgangS
The equal-i-zer (600 lb) hitch just arrived. I...

The equal-i-zer (600 lb) hitch just arrived. I mounted the ball and attached the mounts to the trailer but still haven't setup up the rest since I need to do that on a level spot. I have a 600 ft/lb...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 04-08-2018, 10:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,609
Posted By WolfgangS
Right now this is looking like a good option: ...

Right now this is looking like a good option:

https://www.etrailer.com/p-EQ37060ET.html
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 04-08-2018, 10:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,609
Posted By WolfgangS
The actual weight on the hitch measured using a ...

The actual weight on the hitch measured using a scale is a just a bit over 400 pounds. The weight of the trailer is 3500 pounds fully loaded with a full fresh water tank.
Actual lift measured...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 04-07-2018, 08:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,609
Posted By WolfgangS
Advice on WD hitch for Minnie Drop

I have a new Minnie Drop 1780 that I am towing with an Xterra Pro4x. The dealer set it up with an anti-sway but based on my Xterra front end rising when coupled it appears I need a weight...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 01-28-2018, 06:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,684
Posted By WolfgangS
Thanks so much. It's always valuable to hear what...

Thanks so much. It's always valuable to hear what actual has (or has not) worked.

-Wolfgang
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 01-27-2018, 08:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,684
Posted By WolfgangS
Thanks, I have gotten a lot of good ideas from...

Thanks, I have gotten a lot of good ideas from doing searches. There's a lot of good stuff there. It doesn't seem like any prior experience from people using tank heaters or pipe heaters on the small...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 01-27-2018, 11:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,684
Posted By WolfgangS
Occasional Freezing temperature with Minnie Drop

I just purchased a 2018 Minnie Drop 1780. (Really impressed by the quality, design, and technology). We live in Colorado and a lot of our camping will be boondocking at high elevations. What that...
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