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Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-29-2018, 06:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,926
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Many different reason you get that bit of water,...

Many different reason you get that bit of water, one is condensation in the drain lines to the tank, and in the tanks themselves. I leave my valves open over the winter months, they make a cap that...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-29-2018, 05:55 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,280
Posted By robval1987
I've got the Winegard G2 with auto set. Just pull...

I've got the Winegard G2 with auto set. Just pull in to our spot or wherever we stop, hit auto level, once leveled turn on satellite power button and within a few minutes done. You can connect 2...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-29-2018, 05:37 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,522
Posted By robval1987
You definitely have low batteris if all your...

You definitely have low batteris if all your getting is a clicking sound as you attempt to start the generator, use jumper cables (or jump box), or just start the rv (main engine) and let it idle for...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-17-2018, 12:49 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,220
Posted By robval1987
Battery Watering System

When I had initially started this project I meant to add the watering system to the batteries so that maintenance would be that much easier. Well after 2 times of fiddling around with distilled water...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-07-2018, 01:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,873
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb I am interested in this firm ware that you spoke...

I am interested in this firm ware that you spoke of, do you have an additional information about this update. I surely do not want to have to buy another pump motor ever. Mine is working great and...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 06-05-2018, 09:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,399
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Go with at lest a 32 inch in the bedroom, also...

Go with at lest a 32 inch in the bedroom, also try to get an LED Tv much less power draw. Also several have mentioned the power converter (plugs into 110 volt outlet then comes from that to the Tv)....
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 06-03-2018, 03:02 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 25,097
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Our 2013 Winnebago Vista 30t is named "Biggy...

Our 2013 Winnebago Vista 30t is named "Biggy Smalls" on the account that it has a Big Ole Triton V-10, for only 30 feet and 3 slideouts.
:thumb:
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-31-2018, 08:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,228
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Download the myLCI app, very important tool to...

Download the myLCI app, very important tool to have. Gives information on just about everything on your coach. From leveling jacks to slidouts, stairs and many more. Trouble shooting procedures and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-31-2018, 05:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,873
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Reinstalled with new motor and coupler. (Prior...

Reinstalled with new motor and coupler. (Prior post) Removal is pretty straight forward, turn off power to coach and chassis at disconnect switches first to prevent any shorts, pulled 15 amp fuse at...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-27-2018, 06:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 853
Posted By robval1987
Thank you for the helpful information.

Thank you for the helpful information.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-27-2018, 06:20 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,966
Posted By robval1987
OEM Windshield still intact, did have 3 rock...

OEM Windshield still intact, did have 3 rock chips all in the same day (road work north of Vega on 360, chip and seal crap with no signs that they were repairing road), all from impatient cars that...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-26-2018, 09:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 853
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Check all hydraulic lines and fittings at both...

Check all hydraulic lines and fittings at both the jacks and the hydraulic manifold. I had several loose fittings that came to light after my pump burned out (attempted to retract jacks several...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-24-2018, 08:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,873
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Burned up hydraulic motor to leveling jacks

I've been having some issues with my LCI level-up Motorhome Leveling system on my RV (2013 Winnebago Vista 30t). When retracting the jacks I get a "****ERROR **** Retract Timeout" on the lcd display...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-23-2018, 08:58 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,220
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb I ran my inverter 1000 watt xantrex for (1 Led...

I ran my inverter 1000 watt xantrex for (1 Led tv, dish receiver), then 1, 12 volt Led tv, 2 Led lamps and satellite dish (Winegard G2) for a little over 18 hours when the inverter alarm went off...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-22-2018, 12:58 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,334
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Here are a few more updated photos, and I wrote...

Here are a few more updated photos, and I wrote on one to further explain what I was talking about.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-22-2018, 12:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,334
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb I guess I'm just not seeing how you got to your...

I guess I'm just not seeing how you got to your 50 amp service, I don't notice any wire that look like the 50 amps you need at the breaker box. Below I attached a pic that shows the 2 legs (black and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-21-2018, 09:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 785
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Insulated front Cabinets

The front cabinets on my 2013 Winnebago Vista 30t always seem so hot. I don't have any electronic components in them either. So I decided to insulate them using a roll of 6 inch thick non backed...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 05-21-2018, 08:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,921
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb We pulled our 2009 Smart Fortwo Passion behind...

We pulled our 2009 Smart Fortwo Passion behind our 5th wheel and our Class A. Used a Brake Buddy Classic for supplemental braking. Worked great and you can move it from toad to toad as we have (Jeep...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-20-2018, 03:06 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 715
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Old thread revisited

Followed mhbell post, made my rear track bar (DIY) for F-53 chassis using some of his ideas. I did basically the same design (only I left it 3 inches wide at the top and didn't tapper it down. I did...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 05-18-2018, 08:26 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,657
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Dish only controls the local channels for your...

Dish only controls the local channels for your receiver at your home zip code, the receiver doesn't know where it is, your satellite (depending on if it is auto search or not) does know where it is....
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 05-18-2018, 09:26 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,657
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb I am using VIP 211, I own them so on my bill is...

I am using VIP 211, I own them so on my bill is just the service fee (I think it's like 5 per receiver and I do have 2 tb hard drives connected to be able to record shows if wanted. On the backside...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-18-2018, 09:13 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,334
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Running my cable (from the ats to the newbreaker...

Running my cable (from the ats to the newbreaker box) was a bit of a challenge, I to used a fish tape and had my daughter for a second set of hands and eyes, (we were able to run it through in about...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-18-2018, 08:58 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,220
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb I bet it's like milli amps, and yes you can turn...

I bet it's like milli amps, and yes you can turn off the blue back light if you don't want it on, there is a small button on the right side of the screen bezel (recessed in so you need a pen or...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 05-17-2018, 10:13 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,657
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Another option is to attach your tv antenna wire...

Another option is to attach your tv antenna wire to the back of your satellite receiver and after your satellite updates to your new location go into the dish setup menu and scan in your local...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-17-2018, 10:00 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,334
Posted By robval1987
Look in the electrical/ charging, solar and...

Look in the electrical/ charging, solar and electronics thread then look for 30 amp to 50 amp conversion with adding 2nd ac, by robval1987.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-17-2018, 09:51 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,334
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb I've converted my last 2 class A's from 30 to 50...

I've converted my last 2 class A's from 30 to 50 amps, look up my threads and you'll find a full post on my page, as well as adding a 2nd ac to my 2013 Winnebago Vista 30t. There is alot to consider,...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-17-2018, 09:29 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,220
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb I am assuming it has to do with either momentary...

I am assuming it has to do with either momentary switch on the dash (when it ties your coach and chassis batteries together) for a dead battery, or it is the charging line, I've noticed that my...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 05-14-2018, 01:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,302
Posted By robval1987
Ditto to the last post, you can see by the map...

Ditto to the last post, you can see by the map that brakes are required in just about every state. Look up on the Internet about vehicles that broke away from their motorhomes. There is nothing to...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-11-2018, 06:12 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,126
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Engine oil change made easy

I recently did an oil and filter change and I replaced my engines drain plug with a Fumoto Valve on my 2013 Winnebago Vista 30t. I use a 6 inch piece of 3/8 fuel line, I slip on the line to the...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-10-2018, 09:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,394
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb No that's not the one I saw, but it would work....

No that's not the one I saw, but it would work. The one I saw was connected straight to the rv sewer drain connection (between black and gray tanks) and was in his wet bay, but I choose to disconnect...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-10-2018, 09:37 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,220
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Added in a rocker switch on/off only to the...

Added in a rocker switch on/off only to the positive wire then to the BMK so I could turn it on when needed and off when not needed (like in storage mode). I placed it right next to the guage and...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-10-2018, 08:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,364
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Just to verify you don't have slide locks on the...

Just to verify you don't have slide locks on the floor that latch the slide in closed position?
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-10-2018, 08:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,394
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb I found this awhile back on the internet and...

I found this awhile back on the internet and thought I would share it. I purchased everything from Lowes Home Improvement store for under $120, I purchased a Badger 1/3 hp garbage disposal, 3 1/2 to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-09-2018, 09:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,364
Posted By robval1987
No problem, that why we all joined. To be able to...

No problem, that why we all joined. To be able to help others or get help if needed. I also like to check out the different mods and share some of my own or help add to others. Great place to meet...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-09-2018, 05:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,364
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Now that I read your first post again and without...

Now that I read your first post again and without seeing the rockers we have figured out that the 1st rocker is for the radio power, main when engine is on and aux when parked, 2nd was the mom switch...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-09-2018, 05:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,364
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Can you take a picture and post so we can see...

Can you take a picture and post so we can see what switches and markings look like. I thought that there was just 2 switches in question, now there's a third, a photo may help me to understand the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-09-2018, 01:37 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,220
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb If all you want to do is be able to monitor your...

If all you want to do is be able to monitor your house batteries then you can just buy the BMK that I posted (go to Amazon look at the reviews, or pick a different kind if you like) and install it...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-09-2018, 06:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,504
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb I agree with old_engineer I to have had my engine...

I agree with old_engineer I to have had my engine and or generator running and have set off my propane alarm, especially if I have any of my storage compartment doors open as well. My wife also...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-09-2018, 06:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,364
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb When your engine battery is dead (chassis...

When your engine battery is dead (chassis battery) you press and hold aux mom which are your house batteries (coach batteries) and it ties them together as you turn the ignition key, you must hold...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-08-2018, 10:39 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,220
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Finally found a place to get the wire pulled...

Finally found a place to get the wire pulled through for the battery meter to the shunt. Connected the wires an ran a final test, when ever the RV engine is running, Generator is running or plugged...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-08-2018, 06:02 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,220
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb I did some work on the batteries, I used a piece...

I did some work on the batteries, I used a piece of 7/16 all thread with a left over piece of 1/2 pex water line. I drilled a hole on each side ran the all thread through each side and used a fender...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-04-2018, 12:14 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,220
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb You know I thought the same thing, but after...

You know I thought the same thing, but after reading alot of the reviews I seemed to be okay. I did read where one individual said that his biggest 12 volt large amp draw was his Generator starting...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-04-2018, 08:26 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,220
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb I decided to add a BMK (battery monitor kit), so...

I decided to add a BMK (battery monitor kit), so that I could know what the battery life is as well as amps being drawn off them. I will update post once it is installed. Connection is pretty...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-03-2018, 04:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,220
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Here are the pics of the chassis battery, I need...

Here are the pics of the chassis battery, I need to paint the white pvc coupler and fill with sealant, other than that mod complete. I did shorten the 2 positive cables and made them the same length...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-02-2018, 08:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,220
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Swapped out coach batteries, and moved chassis battery

I know this is not a new thread and somewhere I've read of others changing out their 2 12 volt coach batteries for 4 6 volt batteries giving us more run time. My 12 volt deep cycle battery has 25...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-01-2018, 06:17 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,105
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Lighting on outside of door entrance

On my 2013 Winnebago Vista 30t, I replaced the porch light with (Starlight 1000, comes in black or white), it is a motion light and comes with a Led bulb. I went with black to match the rest of my...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 04-30-2018, 07:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,778
Posted By robval1987
Talking Man I wish I would have read this thread when I...

Man I wish I would have read this thread when I had first bought my RV (2013 Winnebago Vista 30T) on a Ford F53 chassis. I did the CHF mod on both front and rear sway bars, man what a difference....
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 04-29-2018, 03:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,302
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb Pic shows what states require.:facepalm:

Pic shows what states require.:facepalm:
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-25-2018, 02:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,764
Posted By robval1987
Thumbs up Phil-t is on the right track, I know on my (2013...

Phil-t is on the right track, I know on my (2013 Winnebago Vista 30t ) every once and awhile I have to sync the motors on each side of the slid (mine is also Lippert 2 tracks per side, motor with...
Forum: Parking, Parts & Accessories For Sale & Wanted 04-24-2018, 07:29 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,734
Posted By robval1987
Lightbulb For Sale: Onan Generator

Upgraded my rv to a 50 amp service and a new 5.5 Onan generator. I removed the Onan RV QG 4000 from my 2013 Winnebago Vista 30t. It has approximately 225 hours on it and has been serviced per the...
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