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Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 03-13-2022, 04:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,674
Posted By johnevans3
God is always blessing us

Absolutely, if we are paying attention!!!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-10-2022, 09:57 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,263
Posted By johnevans3
Follow up from Fred’s 7 pin connector test

Took the 2106FBS Boondocking this past weekend. I carefully monitored the actual amperage going in to my Ionic 100ah lithium battery while idling and traveling with the 7 pin connector feed. The...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-26-2022, 07:35 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,263
Posted By johnevans3
Fred’s alternator test

Thank you so much for running the test with your MM and Tundra. Looks like good news for me. I have 1 Lithium 100AMP batter and my alternator is specified by factory at 130 amps. It may not be as...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-20-2022, 05:12 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,263
Posted By johnevans3
Fred’s 7 pin connector test

FRED, please post your results on your test especially the data on the 7 pin load test!!!
With 1 lithium battery on my 2106 FBS, I am hopeful that I won’t have to do the dc/dc charger route and just...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 01-19-2022, 04:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,401
Posted By johnevans3
Transition question.

I have installed a Lithium Hub Ionic LifeP04 100AH and 1200 watt inverter as a separate independent electric circuit with 2 plug-ins on each side of the bed on my 2106 FBS. This setup works fine for...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 01-02-2022, 04:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 891
Posted By johnevans3
Things to check

Be SURE to check the wheel bearings for grease. My 2106FBS when new had barely enough to get it out the door. For the 4 wheels I used one and one half tubes. Don’t use high pressure grease gun just...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 11-17-2021, 04:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,671
Posted By johnevans3
try this

When I first unscrew the valve to turn on the propane, it takes awhile for the gas to travel to the appliances using propane. The furnace and the water heater are way down line. Both devices will...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-14-2021, 04:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,752
Posted By johnevans3
My 2106FBS Micro Minnie did not come with an...

My 2106FBS Micro Minnie did not come with an inverter. So installed one myself and ran 2 lines (one on each side of the bed) for A/C power when not connected to shore line or generator A/C.
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 04-17-2021, 11:54 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,090
Posted By johnevans3
The old 2-2-2 rule for RV’ers. Go 200...

The old 2-2-2 rule for RV’ers.

Go 200 miles, get there by 2:00, and stay 2 nights. ��
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-03-2021, 11:22 AM
Replies: 602
Views: 202,669
Posted By johnevans3
Our Insignia tv died. It's a cumbersome move but...

Our Insignia tv died. It's a cumbersome move but lift up on the bottom of the tv and it will slide up to bottom of the cabinet then tilt the top slightly forward and it will come out. Replaced with...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 01-03-2021, 06:04 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 7,780
Posted By johnevans3
I totally agree.

I totally agree.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 01-03-2021, 04:32 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 7,780
Posted By johnevans3
2106FBS Tray

Custom made tray with lift for generator.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 12-11-2020, 08:56 PM
Replies: 602
Views: 202,669
Posted By johnevans3
I have a 100 watt Renogy solar suitcase panel...

I have a 100 watt Renogy solar suitcase panel that has produced about 35 or so amp hours on an ideal day of sun. Charge rate of up to 6 amps. This helps recharge the two lead acid batteries that...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-06-2020, 06:25 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,416
Posted By johnevans3
I did a similar setup for my 2106FBS. Have 100AH...

I did a similar setup for my 2106FBS. Have 100AH Ionic lithium battery with Bluetooth monitor built in (really nice to not have to pay big bucks for Victron) feeding a 1200 watt inverter feeding a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-29-2020, 06:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,249
Posted By johnevans3
Solved my back problems.

Solved my back problems.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-15-2020, 05:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,578
Posted By johnevans3
Battery Maintainer

I have two 12v batteries on my 2106FBS. It is stored out in the open with no shore power access available, so got a 20 watt solar panel with controller from eBay. Not a highly efficient...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-03-2020, 04:29 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,456
Posted By johnevans3
Battery usage for boondocking

Amen. You will more than likely use up your 50ah in 2 or 3 days without severe power usage management. Therefore, as mentioned, you need to plan some method of replenishing those batteries either...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 03-25-2020, 04:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,734
Posted By johnevans3
Stowaway 2

I have one and it’s excellent. Strong, locks, swing away feature. Have to occasionally check the rubber seal around the lid for leaks though.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 01-22-2020, 07:47 PM
Replies: 602
Views: 202,669
Posted By johnevans3
I am not at my Micro Minnie 2106fbs right now...

I am not at my Micro Minnie 2106fbs right now where the manuals are located. But I have a question that I'll bet someone knows. When I get ready to replace the 12v lead acid batteries, what type of...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 01-21-2020, 07:27 AM
Replies: 602
Views: 202,669
Posted By johnevans3
These brackets will strengthen the bumper enough...

These brackets will strengthen the bumper enough to attach a bike to your bumper but not much beyond that. Source is amazon.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 01-21-2020, 07:15 AM
Replies: 602
Views: 202,669
Posted By johnevans3
I had a custom carrier tray build with extensions...

I had a custom carrier tray build with extensions that bolted to the frame. There was also a 3” rise from those extensions to the tray platform so that the ground clearance was acceptable. Will...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 01-11-2020, 11:37 AM
Replies: 602
Views: 202,669
Posted By johnevans3
I totally agree.

I totally agree.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 01-11-2020, 11:19 AM
Replies: 602
Views: 202,669
Posted By johnevans3
Had a custom built tray bolted to the frame. It...

Had a custom built tray bolted to the frame. It has a 3" rise to raise the tray so that it's not too low to the ground. A typical trailer hitch receiver would be too low. Also, attached got a boat...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 10-20-2019, 05:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,732
Posted By johnevans3
Camping at altitude

In response to part of a post quoted above, I guess I’m lucky that I have new appliances that don’t seem to be affected to any serious degree by higher elevations, ie. Above 5000’. We have dry...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 10-01-2019, 05:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,128
Posted By johnevans3
Correction

9700’ at Twin Lakes and I’m above the community by about 400’ on the side of a mountain. All propane appliances working well.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 09-29-2019, 07:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,128
Posted By johnevans3
High altitude camping

Great to hear everything went well. We will be leaving Woodland Park, CO on Tuesday and going to Twin Lakes for a few days. Altitude is about 9000’ there and when we were there in August we had no...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 09-29-2019, 04:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,128
Posted By johnevans3
Fridge at high altitude

Spent 2 summers now in CO at high altitude. No problems here or back in Houston during the winter. Love our micro mini 2106fbs.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 09-29-2019, 04:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,162
Posted By johnevans3
Metal blinds in galley

I understand that’s it a fire safety issue.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-08-2019, 06:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,725
Posted By johnevans3
TOTALLY Agree about gas in generators. That’s...

TOTALLY Agree about gas in generators. That’s exactly why I got the dual fuel inverter generator by Champion. Plus I only wanted 1 unit and it needed to be large enough to start the a/c for TX...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-08-2019, 04:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,725
Posted By johnevans3
I’m not a carpenter as you can tell. Need to...

I’m not a carpenter as you can tell. Need to clean up pencil marks. Also bottom 2 pictures are sideways. So sorry. Pictures do not show completed inverter install. Will post later if requested.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-08-2019, 04:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,725
Posted By johnevans3
2106fbs modifications for boondocking

1. Added second 12v marine battery.
2. Purchased Champion duel fuel generator
3. Installed custom made tray attached to rear frame with a wench to lift generator onto tray.
4. Installed a...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 07-21-2019, 04:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,909
Posted By johnevans3
Maxxair in Micro Minnie

Yep, had the top of the line Maxxaire with remote installed in our 2106fbs. Saves getting up on bed to push control buttons. Love the exhaust/attic fan feature over the bed. Put a cover over the...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-02-2019, 07:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,274
Posted By johnevans3
Mechanic

Get another mechanic. Guy you talked to is full of ————.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-28-2019, 05:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,274
Posted By johnevans3
Honda FWD isn’t rated at 5000lbs towing

The FWD Honda Pilot is rated at 3500lbs max. The AWD is rated at 5000lbs WHEN the factory tow package is installed WHICH includes the transmission cooler. Don’t know your loaded trailer weight but...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 04-24-2019, 04:51 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,090
Posted By johnevans3
In a hurry or long way to go OR exploring and...

In a hurry or long way to go OR exploring and leisure travel?
300-500 miles. Not 500 back to back just too hard on the body unless you’re young.
Seasoned rv’ers who leisure travel or explore go...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 04-12-2019, 11:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,687
Posted By johnevans3
I’ve been watching HD on Dish with my Carryout...

I’ve been watching HD on Dish with my Carryout for years and it works great. That’s why I choose Dish rather than Directv. I wanted the HD channels and Directv couldn’t deliver to my Carryout.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 04-12-2019, 10:39 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,687
Posted By johnevans3
Directv vs Dish

Directv probably still uses a combination of circular polarizing pickup and linear (vertical/horizontal)in the feedhorn(s) for some satellites (up to 5 they use) and that’s why no HD for the Carryout...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 04-10-2019, 04:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,687
Posted By johnevans3
Dish vs Directv

My Carryout receives HD from Dish so you don’t need new antenna except at home. I have the older Dish receiver, plain Jane not this Wally Joey stuff. Works great in the house or in the RV. You do...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 10-21-2018, 04:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,768
Posted By johnevans3
Had the same issue with my new micro Minnie. ...

Had the same issue with my new micro Minnie. Factory guy said there is a small tear in the water pump diaphragm. They sent a new water pump per warranty, I installed and no problem since. That...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 07-29-2018, 09:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 836
Posted By johnevans3
Charger/converter

I can’t get an answer from Winnebago, so thought one of you folks may know the answer. I have a 2018 2106FBS Micro Minnie. I want to know if the charger is a single stage old style type or a 3...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-04-2018, 04:22 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,533
Posted By johnevans3
What you u recommend?

For more serious dry camping I feel that the existing single 12v group 24 battery would not be enough in my Micro Minnie. I have bought a generator. So what else should I do? Wife uses cpap and...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 06-20-2018, 08:14 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 25,380
Posted By johnevans3
SAM

Our first RV a 40’ Diesel pusher was named BAM
(Big A** Motorhome) sold 2 years ago.
Next, we have a 40’ fifth wheel permanently placed in Colorado for summer residence named BAT
(Big A**...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 06-02-2018, 09:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,115
Posted By johnevans3
Excellent choice. Reasonable price unlike most...

Excellent choice. Reasonable price unlike most in the area. Stayed there several years ago in 40’ Monaco with GC Jeep toad. Had good power, water spigots close with extra long hose can connect to...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-02-2018, 04:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,835
Posted By johnevans3
Sorry 2106 FBS.

Sorry 2106 FBS.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-02-2018, 04:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,835
Posted By johnevans3
Just bought the 1706fbs 3 weeks ago and love it. ...

Just bought the 1706fbs 3 weeks ago and love it. Ordered a champion duel fuel generator. Getting ready for some boondocking in Colorado. Other ideas would be much appreciated.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-01-2018, 09:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,610
Posted By johnevans3
Just bought a 2018 model 2106FBS and the bed is...

Just bought a 2018 model 2106FBS and the bed is 60" wide and 72" long. It's called a short queen.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-01-2018, 08:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 966
Posted By johnevans3
I understand that if you extend/retract the power...

I understand that if you extend/retract the power jack to its limits and you hear the popping sound, it will likely shear the cotter pin. if there is no sound from the jack, then there is a...
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