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Forum: General Maintenance and Repair Yesterday, 09:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 155
Posted By R2D2
Agreed!

Agreed!
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-16-2024, 10:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 155
Posted By R2D2
Rich, that search led me to a couple others that...

Rich, that search led me to a couple others that finally gave me names for it. They are called spring or knife hinges.

For future searches, copy and paste the following into a search window.

RV...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-16-2024, 06:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 155
Posted By R2D2
Rich, thanks for that snip (and title mod). I...

Rich, thanks for that snip (and title mod). I couldn't find that on the interactive parts drawings. Hopefully that part number will turn something up.

As for Lichtsinn RV, I have bought numerous...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-15-2024, 11:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 155
Posted By R2D2
Unique Cabinet Hinge 2014 Meridian 34B

Anyone know where I could find this type hinge? I can't find it online in any of the usual searches.

Thanks in advance!

Sorry for the flipped photo!
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-28-2023, 08:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,329
Posted By R2D2
Well, I'm happy to report that freezing...

Well, I'm happy to report that freezing conditions were a non issue. We were prepared with help from members that replied here, but we caught the areas at just the right time and the only thing we...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-14-2023, 09:52 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,329
Posted By R2D2
Those 3d schematics are great! It has taken a...

Those 3d schematics are great! It has taken a while, but I have finally figured out how to find most everything I have looked for. Couldn't have done it without help from members here.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-13-2023, 10:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,329
Posted By R2D2
Good tip on space heater use vs. onboard...

Good tip on space heater use vs. onboard thermostats. I see quite a few people install adaptors on their RV's and use 7lb. tanks to swap out; great idea.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-10-2023, 10:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,329
Posted By R2D2
That pretty much captures my feelings on the...

That pretty much captures my feelings on the matter. We have only stayed at campgrounds with city/public water connections, so we have not had any untreated water conditions to deal with. Hopefully...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-09-2023, 10:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,329
Posted By R2D2
Tim, thanks for the feedback. I wish I shared...

Tim, thanks for the feedback. I wish I shared your enthusiasm for stored water. It would be easier for sure, especially with ice. But it's just not something I'm comfortable with. I am glad that it...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-08-2023, 10:18 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,329
Posted By R2D2
Thanks guys, understood on the tank fill. We...

Thanks guys, understood on the tank fill. We usually carry 1/3 tank which is around 30 gallons. I guess I need to think more about times when the water or power may be off for an extended period...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-07-2023, 10:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,329
Posted By R2D2
Guys, I appreciate every response!! A lot more...

Guys, I appreciate every response!! A lot more info than I had considered! For context this is what we are considering and why I asked the question. We've never cold weather camped before. We are...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-06-2023, 10:51 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,329
Posted By R2D2
Freeze Preperation for 2014 Itasca Meridian 34B

We are planning a trip mid December that will take us to a couple locations that may be at or near freezing. We will only be overnighting so no extended stays in those temp. I've read that waterline...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-25-2023, 10:25 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,422
Posted By R2D2
I would not think of trimming the cap. Too likely...

I would not think of trimming the cap. Too likely to create a big water intrusion problem. Pretty much the same for the rail, but more doable I think.

I agree with Carolinagurl, I think the best...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-01-2023, 12:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 306
Posted By R2D2
Heat and wrenching seemed to do the trick.

Heat and wrenching seemed to do the trick.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-18-2023, 12:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 306
Posted By R2D2
LOL, I learned that mistake a long time ago as...

LOL, I learned that mistake a long time ago as well from a similar incident!

I have been using a lube and only tightening enough to get the O-ring to seal because of this continual problem. I did...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-17-2023, 05:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 306
Posted By R2D2
Water Filter Housing Removal

I had noticed that last few times I removed the whole house water filter housing to replace the filter it was difficult to remove. So I started using a lubricant on the O-ring. It didn't seem to make...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 05-21-2023, 09:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,337
Posted By R2D2
Interesting and good to know, thanks for that tip!

Interesting and good to know, thanks for that tip!
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 05-20-2023, 08:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,337
Posted By R2D2
Another thing I like to do is wipe the contact...

Another thing I like to do is wipe the contact surfaces with emery cloth occasionally to clean them and promote better contact between the door and jamb switches.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-17-2023, 10:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,234
Posted By R2D2
All I can say about that is that both tv's are...

All I can say about that is that both tv's are 43". The top two holes align with the plate, but the bottom holes do not by a couple inches. If I use the bottom two holes to mount then the top two...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-16-2023, 11:12 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,234
Posted By R2D2
Yeah, it would be different if mine was a wall...

Yeah, it would be different if mine was a wall mount, but since it comes up out of a cabinet that's where the problem lies. There is less than an inch of clearance from the front of the tv to the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-15-2023, 07:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,234
Posted By R2D2
I found out that Winnebago makes there own lift....

I found out that Winnebago makes there own lift. The only plates they make are specific to the tv's they use. So I will have to modify the plate to fit the new tv, since there doesn't appear to be a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-08-2023, 10:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,234
Posted By R2D2
I just purchased a Toshiba 43" fire tv to replace...

I just purchased a Toshiba 43" fire tv to replace the original Samsung living room tv. FWIW, it is 4K, UHD and has AV input connections. The problems I found are that the existing backplate for the...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-19-2023, 01:59 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,213
Posted By R2D2
We wouldn't want to be without ours; it's just so...

We wouldn't want to be without ours; it's just so convenient. As an option, there are laundry services that offer pick up and delivery with 1-2 day turnaround. Great for large items like coats and...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-18-2023, 11:34 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,213
Posted By R2D2
That is a very common complaint. Load size...

That is a very common complaint. Load size definitely matters. But you also have to consider that when you have one appliance that performs two functions, it may not do either of them well. Or it may...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-19-2022, 03:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,275
Posted By R2D2
Got an email with instructions for a reset from...

Got an email with instructions for a reset from MCD. The hardest part was locating the learning switch. I was expecting it to be on the motor end, but found them on the end of a wire shoved down a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-14-2022, 11:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,275
Posted By R2D2
Pretty disappointing to hear that Creativepart....

Pretty disappointing to hear that Creativepart. Ours has worked since we bought this MH and was surprised it quit with no warning. But I guess I shouldn't be surprised the way things are these days....
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-11-2022, 12:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,275
Posted By R2D2
Powered Window Shade

Looking for possible causes for why my MCD solar shade rolled up via the switch, but now will not unroll? We haven't had any issues with it before this. I'm assuming the down side of the switch...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-11-2022, 10:53 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,547
Posted By R2D2
Really helpful post! Thanks for the follow up.

Really helpful post! Thanks for the follow up.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-30-2022, 11:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 699
Posted By R2D2
Check to see if the door contacts need adjusting....

Check to see if the door contacts need adjusting. They tend to self adjust due to vibration. If any of them seem to be shorter than the others, remove the switch and adjust them out to make better...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-23-2022, 10:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,107
Posted By R2D2
AAA. I've been with them since I was old enough...

AAA. I've been with them since I was old enough to join and have never had a problem with them.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-14-2022, 02:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,566
Posted By R2D2
I agree, my manual does say to level before...

I agree, my manual does say to level before extending, but no mention of releveling. Common sense should tell us that would apply to that as well. With quite a few people saying they do it all the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-11-2022, 01:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,566
Posted By R2D2
Re-leveling with Slides Out or In

I read through a few older threads. Some suggest slides need to be in, while others say out is fine. There is no guidance in my manual for this (HWH system). I decided to try leaving them out because...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 03-02-2022, 03:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,337
Posted By R2D2
I found the same issue with the magnetic...

I found the same issue with the magnetic contacts. The plungers seem to self adjust sometimes due to vibration. I used washers on the jamb switch to move those contacts closer to the door contacts. I...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-28-2022, 02:12 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 365
Posted By R2D2
Tile Flooring Adhesive

Looking for a suggestion on a product to use for reattaching floor tiles. One of mine has a corner that keeps lifting and I'd like to reset it. I'm assuming it would be some type of glue that would...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-28-2022, 02:03 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,547
Posted By R2D2
No CAMS option on my 14' Meridian small screen....

No CAMS option on my 14' Meridian small screen. It's a backup camera only as far as I have been able to find. The side cameras only come on with the appropriate turn signal, and on the main 10"...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 11-03-2021, 06:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 783
Posted By R2D2
Try disconnecting the power and reboot it. If...

Try disconnecting the power and reboot it. If that works, go into the settings and you may find a factory reset option. Good luck.
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 10-09-2021, 10:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,325
Posted By R2D2
I agree, I clean any bug splat the day of, after...

I agree, I clean any bug splat the day of, after the sun is not directly on the front. I've heard the same about lovebugs etching paint, others may as well.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-09-2021, 10:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 798
Posted By R2D2
From your description, it sounds like an iPod...

From your description, it sounds like an iPod dock.
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 10-06-2021, 06:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,325
Posted By R2D2
My go-to is 3D bug remover. I get it on Amazon....

My go-to is 3D bug remover. I get it on Amazon. Put it in a spray bottle, spray and let it set for a few minutes. Hose it off and that's it. I was introduced to this by a neighboring RV'r who saw me...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 10-03-2021, 04:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,843
Posted By R2D2
Ditto

Ditto
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-03-2021, 04:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,422
Posted By R2D2
Thanks for posting these!

Thanks for posting these!
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 10-02-2021, 05:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,843
Posted By R2D2
I too thought that with the strength of a large...

I too thought that with the strength of a large company, that would translate to a quick turnaround. Been waiting since mid June for mine. Glad to hear there are better successes out there.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 10-02-2021, 01:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,843
Posted By R2D2
Would be great if other shops would hear this...

Would be great if other shops would hear this story and decide that's how they should be doing business as well.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 10-02-2021, 01:06 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,898
Posted By R2D2
Sounds awesome! Wish I was tech savvy enough to...

Sounds awesome! Wish I was tech savvy enough to do that!
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-15-2021, 07:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,716
Posted By R2D2
I don't think it is unusual to find these...

I don't think it is unusual to find these problems. With the last new RV I bought, we had two pages of punch list items we wanted corrected before we took delivery. After 5 months we needed to take...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 08-16-2021, 06:49 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,843
Posted By R2D2
What kind of wait times are you all experiencing?...

What kind of wait times are you all experiencing? I've been waiting over a month for a Colman replacement. Wondering if they may be under pressure to supply coach builders first because of the high...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-08-2021, 04:13 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 6,566
Posted By R2D2
Sorry to hear this for you. At least they didn't...

Sorry to hear this for you. At least they didn't do more damage. That happened to a family member last month and they also cut a few wires. Cost over 4k for a Honda. My brother in law welded in some...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-22-2021, 02:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,334
Posted By R2D2
Well, that is certainly convincing. I'll be...

Well, that is certainly convincing. I'll be looking into that before our next trip.

Thanks again!
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-21-2021, 02:41 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,334
Posted By R2D2
The only video I found was pretty scary. I didn't...

The only video I found was pretty scary. I didn't find the intentional blowout tests though. I'm definitely interested.

Thanks again!
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-21-2021, 09:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,334
Posted By R2D2
By Wayne M: Both the 2008 and now the 2015 are...

By Wayne M: Both the 2008 and now the 2015 are Freightliner chassis. The 2008 was tie-rod and the 2015 is IFS, There are two reasons why a stabilizer is a good choice. As the word describes, they...
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