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Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-06-2019, 03:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,817
Posted By Bhfromme
Turns out the water heater is behind a panel...

Turns out the water heater is behind a panel under the bathroom sink. The panel must have swelled or something because it was extremely difficult to remove with damaging it. But I finally got it....
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-05-2019, 04:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,817
Posted By Bhfromme
De-winterizing my 2108DS

Okay rookie questions. How do I access the bypass valve on my water heater? And do I even need to? It was winterized at a dealer. Couldn't get to a tech there so I stopped in and asked another dealer...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 03-23-2019, 07:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,614
Posted By Bhfromme
I wonder about the valves freezing up. It's hard...

I wonder about the valves freezing up. It's hard getting good advice because dealers don't want the liability of someone coming back to them with a problem after saying one thing or another. Can't...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 03-15-2019, 06:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,614
Posted By Bhfromme
We do a lot of winter camping but we carry our...

We do a lot of winter camping but we carry our water in jugs. Coleman makes a nice collapsible water jug that holds like 8 gallons. Plenty for a long weekend at least for us. We went to Cabela's and...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 03-10-2019, 07:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,337
Posted By Bhfromme
And at the end of the day it's all about keeping...

And at the end of the day it's all about keeping the wife happy...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 03-10-2019, 10:17 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,277
Posted By Bhfromme
We tow our 2108DS with GMC's factory tow package...

We tow our 2108DS with GMC's factory tow package rated at 5200 lbs. No after market anti sway bars. Tows like a dream. I've pulled boats and single axle TTs that flopped around like crazy but the...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 03-04-2019, 11:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,337
Posted By Bhfromme
I know LEDs are relatively cool burning but...

I know LEDs are relatively cool burning but wouldn't paper inserted inside the fixture be a fire hazard?
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-24-2019, 02:29 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,470
Posted By Bhfromme
Good thread. I am trying to learn the basic...

Good thread. I am trying to learn the basic differences between the Outlook and the Minnie and it seems that I'm reading that the Outlook is a lower quality unit? Not even wired for solar? Why is the...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 02-24-2019, 01:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,337
Posted By Bhfromme
Covers for LED Interior Lights

We love our 2018 Micro Minnie but we find ourselves using little battery powered lanterns because the interior lights are soooo bright. Are there different fixture covers available that would make...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-01-2018, 08:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,000
Posted By Bhfromme
Talked to an RV tech today. Antenna booster was...

Talked to an RV tech today. Antenna booster was in on position. That's a significant amp draw and it was as simple as turning it off at the switch. Also learned that these Dometic refrigerators have...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-30-2018, 07:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,837
Posted By Bhfromme
So it seems the R-pods we both had used battery...

So it seems the R-pods we both had used battery power more efficiently than our Winnies. Could there really be such a significant difference though? From what I've learned in my very limited...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-29-2018, 12:26 PM
Replies: 602
Views: 202,249
Posted By Bhfromme
I'm told it can be turned by loosening the three...

I'm told it can be turned by loosening the three bolts at the base. Not sure how much extra sway I'll get extending the draw bar 4" but it shouldn't be much. Plus I have lots of extra tongue weight...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-29-2018, 09:59 AM
Replies: 602
Views: 202,249
Posted By Bhfromme
Funny you ask. I tow with an SUV and the motor on...

Funny you ask. I tow with an SUV and the motor on the tongue jack prevents me from opening the hatch while hitched. I'm using a standard draw bar with an 8" shank. Camping World has one with a 12"...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-28-2018, 09:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,000
Posted By Bhfromme
Good info. Thanks. Yes they load tested the...

Good info. Thanks. Yes they load tested the batteries but did they test each one? I'm guessing not. I'll go out and check the dates.

Which brings me to another question I've always had. How...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-28-2018, 07:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,837
Posted By Bhfromme
Furnace drained batteries?

Okay maiden voyage last weekend in our 2018 2108DS. Second night we woke up to dead batteries? Yes we were running furnace but still. We have two new Group 24 batteries. We could dry camp in our...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-28-2018, 06:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,000
Posted By Bhfromme
Furnace drained batteries?

Okay maiden voyage last weekend in our 2018 2108DS. Second night we woke up to dead batteries? Yes we were running furnace but still. We have two new Group 24 batteries. We could dry camp in our...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-24-2018, 04:28 PM
Replies: 602
Views: 202,249
Posted By Bhfromme
Man that's really sweet. I love it.

Man that's really sweet. I love it.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-24-2018, 03:24 PM
Replies: 602
Views: 202,249
Posted By Bhfromme
I would love to see some pictures of those doors...

I would love to see some pictures of those doors under the dinette benches. Sounds pretty ideal to me...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-24-2018, 10:40 AM
Replies: 602
Views: 202,249
Posted By Bhfromme
On the 2108DS there is a concern when it comes to...

On the 2108DS there is a concern when it comes to dropping something down behind the Murphy bed but in front of the storage area you mentioned. We dropped a pillow in there and we looked like the...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-24-2018, 08:00 AM
Replies: 602
Views: 202,249
Posted By Bhfromme
The 2108DS has no storage under the bed but it...

The 2108DS has no storage under the bed but it has tons of storage under the dinette seats. It really comes down to personal preference. If you do want to eat and/or play cards in the camper make...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-24-2018, 06:28 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,371
Posted By Bhfromme
The full size works just fine for us. We really...

The full size works just fine for us. We really wanted the dinette so it was a no brainer but again that's just us. We have a California king at home so even the queen would have seemed small by...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-14-2018, 05:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,269
Posted By Bhfromme
Everything seems fine now. Hopefully draining the...

Everything seems fine now. Hopefully draining the batteries didn't hurt my capacity by much. One last question is where do I find this break away switch you mention?
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-14-2018, 04:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,269
Posted By Bhfromme
Thanks for the reply. The power I have outside is...

Thanks for the reply. The power I have outside is standard 110 volts on a 15 amp breaker in the house. Not ideal I know but my other small TT ran off it just fine. I don't run much when it's running...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-14-2018, 12:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,269
Posted By Bhfromme
Breakers all tripped?

I have a brand new Micro Minnie 2108DS. I have it plugged into shore power in my driveway. Have a portable Surge Guard plugged into the outlet then the 30 amp TT cord plugged into that. I went out...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-11-2018, 08:11 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,984
Posted By Bhfromme
I lost one of those bumper caps just bringing my...

I lost one of those bumper caps just bringing my new trailer home from the dealer. Called Winnebago and they mailed me a couple. Number is (800) 537-1885. Guy on the phone was great.

I never got a...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-06-2018, 12:07 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,984
Posted By Bhfromme
Just got it home last Saturday. Haven't used it...

Just got it home last Saturday. Haven't used it yet other than out in the driveway. I did get Netflix working though. And I figured out how to get the TV volume over the stereo speakers. Pretty...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-05-2018, 09:31 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,071
Posted By Bhfromme
Let's See Some Photos

Love these Winnies. Let's see some pictures!
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-05-2018, 09:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,819
Posted By Bhfromme
The inverter you bought only has a cigarette...

The inverter you bought only has a cigarette lighter plug. How did you connect it to the 12VDC power that feeds the antenna?
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-05-2018, 08:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,577
Posted By Bhfromme
Queen beds are nice no doubt but we really wanted...

Queen beds are nice no doubt but we really wanted a fixed dinette so we went with the 2108. Eating and playing cards on a dinette table was something we really missed when we went from a pop up to...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-05-2018, 08:28 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,984
Posted By Bhfromme
We just purchased a 2108. We're relatively new to...

We just purchased a 2108. We're relatively new to the RV world. Had a pop up then an R-pod and now we've "graduated" to a Micro Minnie. I did a lot of research and I'm convinced that unless you want...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-02-2018, 09:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 901
Posted By Bhfromme
Rookie television question

Just took delivery on a 2018 Micro Minnie 2108DS. It has the Insignia 32" television. I can't see a USB port to plug my Chromecast into. This thing isn't a smart TV is it? The USB port is probably in...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-02-2018, 04:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,930
Posted By Bhfromme
Resetting slide out motors

Haven't had an issue but thought I'd pass this along. I asked dealer what happens if slide stops working. On my 2108 and I'm guessing any Micro there's a a little panel on low wall near the floor. ...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-01-2018, 09:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,372
Posted By Bhfromme
I'm wondering if anyone having this issue has...

I'm wondering if anyone having this issue has contacted Winnebago. If so please post their response here for all of us to see. Thanks.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-01-2018, 09:00 AM
Replies: 602
Views: 202,249
Posted By Bhfromme
Tongue jack

Picking up our 2108DS tomorrow. One thing I'm wondering about is the power tongue jack. I'm told you can also crank it manually (in the event the motor fails). Does anyone have any wisdom to share on...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-01-2018, 08:55 AM
Replies: 602
Views: 202,249
Posted By Bhfromme
Mural for wall behind Murphy bed

Love the mural posted on this thread. Does anyone have info on where to purchase one?
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-01-2018, 08:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,577
Posted By Bhfromme
I've also noticed that discrepancy when looking...

I've also noticed that discrepancy when looking at the Micro Murphy beds. I'm picking up our brandy new 2108 tomorrow! Woohoo right?

My guess is the floorplans provided by Winnebago are correct...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 03-11-2018, 02:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,819
Posted By Bhfromme
Rookie television question

Brand new Winnie owner. In fact, we won't take delivery until later this week but I have a television question. On our 2018 Micro Minnie I see that the television brand is the Insignia. Last year I...
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