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Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-27-2022, 05:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,378
Posted By 1953m38a1
Seem that the dangling coke bottle in door cavity...

Seem that the dangling coke bottle in door cavity legend is alive and well!
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 02-27-2022, 05:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,496
Posted By 1953m38a1
Propane detector error?

It is possible the "detector" that is beeping is ,in fact, a smoke detector that is calling for new batteries. Propane is heavier than air , that's why they are usually placed closer to the floor...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-01-2021, 11:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,054
Posted By 1953m38a1
I have noted the general response to my problem...

I have noted the general response to my problem of "self starts" seems to lean toward uncoupling the multi pin connector and cleaning and an application of dielectric grease therein. I have done so...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-31-2021, 05:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,054
Posted By 1953m38a1
I have neither a programable thermostat with the...

I have neither a programable thermostat with the ability to set up an "auto"mode, or a compromised connection requiring sealing grease, my generator has no auto mode as such, just a switch on the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-31-2021, 10:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,054
Posted By 1953m38a1
Thanks for the suggestions...I'll check both the...

Thanks for the suggestions...I'll check both the connector and auto start therm...let you know
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-30-2021, 05:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,054
Posted By 1953m38a1
Gen set self start??

I have a 2008 Itasca Suncruiser 38T with an onboard Onan gen set. On 2 recent occasions while driving I saw the "Green Gen Set ON" at the rocker switch at the dash display. I did not start the gen...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-07-2021, 07:01 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,245
Posted By 1953m38a1
I've driven large (cat wagons 777 ,773,and 769)...

I've driven large (cat wagons 777 ,773,and 769) over the roughest construction roads anywhere. The daily tire check was a thump with a good sized hammer.
If a tire was low ITS BECAUSE IT HAS A LEAK....
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-28-2021, 04:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 913
Posted By 1953m38a1
Have a 2008 Itasca Suncruiser 38T. Exactly same...

Have a 2008 Itasca Suncruiser 38T. Exactly same symptoms, flutter on power up after slow down. My mechanic friend suggested the fuel filter as being the probable culprit. It required the adaptor kit...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 12-30-2020, 04:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,233
Posted By 1953m38a1
Tie Steeringwheel?

When forward towing a toad with a tow bar, I have always been of the understanding the steering wheel should be unsecured (steering wheels turn to follow tow vehicle) The key lock on the column must...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 11-15-2020, 06:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,480
Posted By 1953m38a1
In 50 odd years of changing and replacing tires...

In 50 odd years of changing and replacing tires on cars, trucks and larger equipment, I have always rattled the wheel nuts tight with an air gun and final torqued with a star wheel nut spanner "till...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 08-16-2020, 07:40 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,357
Posted By 1953m38a1
Noise in transit

You don't have about 4' of awning flapping in the wind as you drive I hope!!:rolleyes:
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-04-2020, 09:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,844
Posted By 1953m38a1
Wiper blade protection

I use the same idea to protect my wipers on my Suncruiser. I found the foam pipe wrap tubes with a split lengthwise to be particularly effective. Stops the crud buildup on the glass and keeps the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-04-2020, 09:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 596
Posted By 1953m38a1
They are push buttons set to various wind values,...

They are push buttons set to various wind values, I’ll see if contacts are accessible and give the cleanup a try....now all I need is a bit of wind( or gas passing mouse)
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-02-2020, 11:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 596
Posted By 1953m38a1
Automatic awning retraction issue

I have a 2008 Suncruiser 38T with a 14' electric awning. It is equipped with a wind sensor , to retract the awning in the event of excessive wind. It can be set to different wind speeds via...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 02-19-2020, 06:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,927
Posted By 1953m38a1
Had a similar problem ,with a wet compartment...

Had a similar problem ,with a wet compartment below the sink. No apparent line leaks or fittings. Accidentally bumped the p trap and saw a drip on the cupboard floor. Turned out the trap had a hair...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 12-15-2019, 06:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,241
Posted By 1953m38a1
Its RV'n

God,I'm glad I don't get so obsessive over the minute trivia with relation to the particular specs of this or that RV. Find one that you like and get out and enjoy.
You'll drive yourself crazy...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-31-2019, 10:30 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,873
Posted By 1953m38a1
We have a 2008 SUN CRUISER 38T Itasca owned for 4...

We have a 2008 SUN CRUISER 38T Itasca owned for 4 years. We have had no issues of major concern, had slide glides re and re at Forest City but other than reg mtse’ all’s good. I’d get another Winnie...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 08-02-2019, 12:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,460
Posted By 1953m38a1
RV sleeping

An old friend once told me" The ideal RV is like the summer cottage, visits 12, sleeps 2" Tents for GKds seems like a good idea
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-21-2019, 06:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,635
Posted By 1953m38a1
Water on topper?

Unless you are closing up for the season, and dont want ANY moisture trapped in the roll up, why bother with lift ups or sweep offs? When you retract the slide the roll up of the topper facilitates...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-11-2019, 08:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,361
Posted By 1953m38a1
Just a rethink on the non op lamp. The button...

Just a rethink on the non op lamp. The button switch in the door jamb can be corroded a little from lack of use, snap it in and out to reactivate, give it a try
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-11-2019, 07:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,361
Posted By 1953m38a1
Courtesy Light woes

In complete agreeance!! The light will come on when drivers door opens(does on mine anyway)


2008 Itasca Suncruiser 38T
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-26-2019, 08:11 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 775
Posted By 1953m38a1
Newbie Error(but I know better!)

Came back from a weekend up island, it was hot ,so we were plugged in to campsites power to run A/C. When we packed up to leave,the temp setting was such that the unit was not on. Got home and...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-19-2019, 09:13 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,785
Posted By 1953m38a1
Air up quandary

Fact..if you require a source of air other than the VERY occasional need at the tires, you have a leak...fix it. I can count on one hand (and I'm short 2 fingers)of ever having the need for an on...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 05-22-2019, 07:17 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,499
Posted By 1953m38a1
Made a jaunt from Victoria B.C to Charlotte N.C....

Made a jaunt from Victoria B.C to Charlotte N.C. in 2017. Did not book parks or rv sites, when it got near to happy hour plus 2, started to look for road signage advertising of same. We always got in...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-08-2019, 04:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,657
Posted By 1953m38a1
Always check the easy and obvious reasons for...

Always check the easy and obvious reasons for system failures. Don’t rewire the coach to cure a burnt out lite!!
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-06-2019, 08:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 975
Posted By 1953m38a1
Wet bed beneath

Had much the same problem years ago with a small hunting trailer. Condensation forming beneath mattresses after cool nights use . I got some alumiroll type insulation( for hot water tank use) layed a...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 04-24-2019, 05:12 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,004
Posted By 1953m38a1
I've always figured that you really don't make...

I've always figured that you really don't make much more than 50 MPH, with traffic,pee breaks, fuel ups etc. If you want to do 300 miles, you're driving 6 hrs. That's about it for me, a reasonable...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-10-2019, 06:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,254
Posted By 1953m38a1
Check the hydraulic fluid level in the reservoir...

Check the hydraulic fluid level in the reservoir tank, just a little down can wreak havoc with jacks and slides, good luck, its a bit of a bu***r to get at when the slides are not extended, but a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-07-2019, 07:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,927
Posted By 1953m38a1
Check the voltage at the motor, low voltage will...

Check the voltage at the motor, low voltage will cause a plethora of problems with the the Quickistep
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-25-2019, 10:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,495
Posted By 1953m38a1
Good to check up the second GFI...look for the...

Good to check up the second GFI...look for the simple fix first , before rewiring the whole coach!
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-25-2019, 10:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,265
Posted By 1953m38a1
Wet compartment woes

Never mind the hose end caps...MT as much water from hose before coiling and then screw the male and female hose fittings together! easy peasy
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-10-2019, 04:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,790
Posted By 1953m38a1
Someone where you purchased your rig seriously...

Someone where you purchased your rig seriously missed the boat when they "should have " explained the intricacies of your waste disposal system. Keep asking questions, and get usually the right...
Forum: Vintage Rigs - Retro is cool! 11-28-2018, 05:56 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,314
Posted By 1953m38a1
Old Winnie

Folks have a hard enough time keeping their much more modern RV s in running condition....with what you have said, save yourself a whole host of headaches, call a wrecker and pay to haul it away...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-26-2018, 09:01 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,213
Posted By 1953m38a1
No 12 volt power

Had similar issue with my coach(2008 Itasca 38T, Suncruiser). DW had ,in a shared preparation to move, tried to pull in the canopy, via the step area switch panel ,hit the auxiliary switch instead,...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-25-2018, 04:39 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,620
Posted By 1953m38a1
Have a sleep number bed in our coach(Itasca...

Have a sleep number bed in our coach(Itasca Suncruiser 38T). We find apart from the occasional self minded change after periods of unuse, the unit functions very well; comfortable and we get a better...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 07-18-2018, 06:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,288
Posted By 1953m38a1
Propane Problems

Had similar symptoms, low flame pressure at stove, fridge would show "no flame" and hot water would not stay lit. Had a quick connect installed by dealer at propane tank, and they did it with copper...
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