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Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 12-05-2022, 09:37 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,683
Posted By brican
Get one of these and simplify your braking...

Get one of these and simplify your braking without bending and kneeling. ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-12-2022, 10:48 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,208
Posted By brican
In our 2020 24D - We removed one of the existing...

In our 2020 24D - We removed one of the existing factory installed 100 watt panels and added two Newpowa 210 watt (each) to the roof connected through the existing Zamp connector. Panels attached...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 03-12-2022, 09:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,432
Posted By brican
We had a 25P so I'm sure we were exceeding the...

We had a 25P so I'm sure we were exceeding the maximum by a little. We sold the Via and now have a View. We only tow on level roads and disconnect when we travel through hills to take some of the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 03-09-2022, 09:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,432
Posted By brican
We have a 2019 Rubicon 2-door with the RSA...

We have a 2019 Rubicon 2-door with the RSA braking system and love it. We had an electric brake previously but it was a hassle and didn't work all the time. We switched to RSA which doesn't require...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 10-17-2021, 08:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,208
Posted By brican
Advice for weekend outing in 2020 View 24D

I have a 2020 View 24D as well. Before leaving this summer (July 6), I changed out the two factory wet cells with one BigBattery 12V OWL MAX 2 - LiFePO4 - 228Ah - 3.018kWh that gave us the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-01-2021, 09:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,638
Posted By brican
Highly rated BigBattery with low temp cutoff,...

Highly rated BigBattery with low temp cutoff, more than twice the Ah of the Relion with 10 year warranty, cost less per Ah and made in USA. Beware that the size may not be good for your battery...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-27-2021, 09:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,638
Posted By brican
N9wdq Which 100Ah battery are you referring too?

N9wdq Which 100Ah battery are you referring too?
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 05-07-2021, 10:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,637
Posted By brican
I measured the sway bar on my 2020 View and it is...

I measured the sway bar on my 2020 View and it is 1 3/8". The Hellwig is 1 1/2". That 1/8" must make a big difference base on posts here.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-28-2021, 07:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,637
Posted By brican
Which vehicle do you have (year, model)?

Which vehicle do you have (year, model)?
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-10-2020, 07:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,465
Posted By brican
Glad you checked the latest. We still put GFCI...

Glad you checked the latest. We still put GFCI outlets outside the house. Like you said it is still a good idea, just to be safe. Funny how the code said it was required last year but now it is not....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-10-2020, 02:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,465
Posted By brican
As a former electrician and now an electrical...

As a former electrician and now an electrical engineer, I often get accused of over engineering everything, I really don't care if it means being safe. In this case I installed a 30 amp outlet with a...
Forum: RV's and Tow Vehicles For Sale & Wanted 09-12-2020, 12:10 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,008
Posted By brican
2016 Via 25P For Sale

2016 Winnebago Via 25P with only 23,000 miles in beautiful condition. Comes with driver side door, satellite system (Dish & DrecTV) and automatic leveling system. Thousands under retail and priced to...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-12-2020, 09:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 664
Posted By brican
Thanks for your help. I contacted AZRVEXPERT and...

Thanks for your help. I contacted AZRVEXPERT and Blue Agave RV Repair (who I used previously). I was going to use AZRVEXPERT but Blue Agave called me today and said he was nearby and could completed...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 08-10-2020, 09:58 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,148
Posted By brican
We have a 2016 Via pulling a 2019 Jeep Rubicon (2...

We have a 2016 Via pulling a 2019 Jeep Rubicon (2 door) using Roadmaster baseplate, Roadmaster tow bar and ReadyBrake RB-4000. This hookup takes about 10 -15 minutes to hook up and disconnect. I love...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-10-2020, 09:36 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,096
Posted By brican
I love this too. Now, if they would have a place...

I love this too. Now, if they would have a place to put in the serial number of my MH and give me a parts list of everything I would be thrilled.

I had an awning arm fail. I called Winnebago,...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-04-2020, 10:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 664
Posted By brican
Awning Repair Facility in East Phoenix

Does anyone know of a good awning repair facility in the east Phoenix area (Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe)? I have a bent arm that needs to be replaced.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-27-2020, 01:00 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,096
Posted By brican
Very cool, thanks! I was wondering where the TV...

Very cool, thanks! I was wondering where the TV splitter was on my Via, went right to it -no more mysteries.:dance:
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-18-2020, 11:57 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,355
Posted By brican
Right, all true. We need to be careful because...

Right, all true. We need to be careful because there are people and sometimes electricians (licensed and otherwise, like 'handy men') that don't adhere to code and put us homeowners at risk. Like...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 06-17-2020, 06:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,709
Posted By brican
I wanted to use the portable grill and the fire...

I wanted to use the portable grill and the fire pit without the 1 pound rip off bottles (not to mention the disposable nightmare) . So, I bought an adapter to connect the grill to an 8 pound...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-16-2020, 05:58 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,355
Posted By brican
I often bring my MH to the house a day or two...

I often bring my MH to the house a day or two prior to leaving on trips to cool down the refrigerator and since we are in AZ we run the AC the night before to cool the coach down. I tried hooking the...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-16-2020, 05:44 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,355
Posted By brican
GFCI breakers will trip if the load exceeds the...

GFCI breakers will trip if the load exceeds the breaker rating (ex. 30 amp will trip at ~30 amp). They also trip if there is a ground fault.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-04-2020, 06:15 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,722
Posted By brican
I installed Sumo springs all around on our 2016...

I installed Sumo springs all around on our 2016 Via. Money well spent to stop/minimize the rocking out of driveways. It did provide noticeable help with wind or trucks.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-17-2020, 10:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 595
Posted By brican
Thanks. I saw the etrailer information too. The...

Thanks. I saw the etrailer information too. The problem-where in the dash do I find the brake controller plug/wires. I checked all the Winnebago chassis wiring diagrams and nothing. I also tried to...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-12-2020, 01:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 595
Posted By brican
NSA Ready Brake Light Kit for a VIA

Has anyone installed an NSA Ready Brake Light Kit DL-300 or wire(s) from the bumper to the dash? (or in a VIA?) I'm trying to find the best route under the chassis from the back bumper to the dash.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 04-28-2020, 06:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,118
Posted By brican
Does this help? The two door will be less. Both...

Does this help? The two door will be less. Both will go over 5K if you load them with stuff.

I have a 2016 Via with the Mercedes turbo diesel pulling a two door 2019 Rubi. I selected the two door...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 01-28-2020, 07:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,432
Posted By brican
Thanks for the education. We are right at the...

Thanks for the education. We are right at the limit. We have decided to drive the Jeep through the mountains & cities and only tow it in the plains.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 01-27-2020, 08:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,196
Posted By brican
ACME and AMERICAN tow dollies

Also, in the Phoenix area Camping World has Roadmaster dollies.

I towed a Mini Cooper S with an ACME dolly and it was terrible. Aside from the hassles of loading and unloading which took 20 or...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 01-26-2020, 09:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,432
Posted By brican
2016 Via Towing 2019 Jeep Wrangler JL

We have a 2016 Via and want to tow a 2019 Jeep Wrangler JL behind the Via. We are wondering if there are any issues since the Jeep is getting close to the 5000 pound towing limit for the Via and...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-30-2019, 04:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,008
Posted By brican
I agree with Kayak73. Before we decided we rented...

I agree with Kayak73. Before we decided we rented a V10 class C and hated the noise and the poor fuel economy. Then we test drove the Via. What a dream next to the V10. Low engine noise plus a super...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-25-2019, 10:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,008
Posted By brican
Ret.LEO-The Mercedes diesel has a long history of...

Ret.LEO-The Mercedes diesel has a long history of reliability. What inherent problems are you referring to?
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 08-29-2019, 10:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,335
Posted By brican
Thanks for all the great information.

Thanks for all the great information.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 08-26-2019, 10:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,335
Posted By brican
2016 Via Satellite Antenna

We have a 2016 Via that has a Winegard RoadTrip Satellite Antenna. What additional equipment do I need to make this work on Dish or DirecTV?
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 08-26-2019, 09:43 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,315
Posted By brican
How much is rvtripwizard? We use the Good Sam...

How much is rvtripwizard? We use the Good Sam trip planner and like what it does. Rvtripwizard sounds more sophisticated.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-23-2019, 09:02 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,098
Posted By brican
What is the best way to get a sanitizing solution...

What is the best way to get a sanitizing solution in the fresh water tank? We have a 2016 Via. The only way that I have found is a small connection on the side of the coach that is just a small (3/4...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 05-02-2019, 06:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,176
Posted By brican
Mini Cooper Towing 4down Options

Here is an update on our setting up to tow 4down with our 2013 Mini Cooper S Coupe (2 door hatchback).

I decided to not butcher the Mini wiring and go with magnetic tail lights (WoneNice Magnetic...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-29-2019, 07:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,271
Posted By brican
might need a trailer tow dolly to back 1706fb into a narrow driveway

There is some great information here. I don't see the backing of the 1706FB as a problem. What concerns me more is the Pilot working as a tow vehicle. I love the Pilot however, it is not designed for...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-15-2019, 07:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 768
Posted By brican
2016 Via Steering Stability

Thanks! I'm also getting responses from the suppliers and manufacturers letting me know such a device does not exist. I'll be seeking another solution or just putting up with what we have.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-15-2019, 11:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,659
Posted By brican
Winnebago view 7 pin tow connections problem

Great to have this forum for these problems. I've been chasing the same/similar problem with my 2016 Via caused by a human. Our dash radio failed so I had La Mesa (where we bought the coach) replace...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-13-2019, 07:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 768
Posted By brican
2016 Via Steering Stability

I have a 2016 Via. I would like to improve the steering stability. I've read some of the posts about Roadmaster, Safe-T-Plus and others. Has anyone added a steering stability product to a Via? If...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 04-08-2019, 07:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,381
Posted By brican
I'm sure you've probably fixed this issue but I'm...

I'm sure you've probably fixed this issue but I'm going to share an experience I had a lot like the one you had. We were on vacation last year and half way through the trip and after filling our...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-08-2019, 05:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,342
Posted By brican
Just to clarify, I'm proposing a solution for...

Just to clarify, I'm proposing a solution for just one application. I was referencing a
situation where you need to install LEDs and the supply is 120vac. I recently installed LEDs where I had a...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 03-26-2019, 10:11 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,342
Posted By brican
Of course you can. I've done that, but if you...

Of course you can. I've done that, but if you want a dimmer and power supply (120vac to 12vdc) in a wall switch it will cost you. How will you mount that knob on a wall switch? I'll post a picture of...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 03-14-2019, 11:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,342
Posted By brican
If you're dimming LEDs directly (i.e. 12vdc, not...

If you're dimming LEDs directly (i.e. 12vdc, not a power supply that provides 12v to LEDs), you can a Switchex (example for the 60 watt version,...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-31-2019, 10:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,160
Posted By brican
I don't have a Roku but I'm sure it connects to...

I don't have a Roku but I'm sure it connects to the WiFi at the campground the same way it connects to your WiFi at home.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-30-2019, 11:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,160
Posted By brican
Trying to attach a file again.

Trying to attach a file again.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-30-2019, 11:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,160
Posted By brican
Here is the attachment that didn't get posted...

Here is the attachment that didn't get posted because it was an Excel spreadsheet. I changed it to a MS Word Document. I hope it shows up.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-30-2019, 10:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,160
Posted By brican
If anyone is thinking of cutting the cable and...

If anyone is thinking of cutting the cable and going to streaming only (using WiFi or Cellular Data), the attached will give you a comparison of the providers. You will need a Firestick, Roku, Apple...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 01-30-2019, 10:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,617
Posted By brican
We drove our 2016 Via (26') to Arches, Grand...

We drove our 2016 Via (26') to Arches, Grand Teton, Yellowstone then on to Canada. We camped in Moab and drove the TOAD (Mini Cooper) through Arches. We probably could have driven the Via but...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-14-2019, 11:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,055
Posted By brican
Yes, shocked would be the word. :)

Yes, shocked would be the word. :)
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-13-2019, 04:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,055
Posted By brican
Solar Panel Screw Length

Is there any worry about the solar panels sailing? I owned cruiser boats for over 16 years and we never used screws unless it was impossible to use bolts with self locking nuts. Boats typically...
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