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Forum: Vintage Rigs - Retro is cool! 02-09-2024, 06:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,396
Posted By DGRBRUV
Hi Brian/Heike, Your Winnie looks great. I am...

Hi Brian/Heike,
Your Winnie looks great. I am not sure if you can see the photos in my albums I have posted on here? Let me know if you can/can't.
We have travelled all over the UK, including...
Forum: Vintage Rigs - Retro is cool! 02-06-2024, 02:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,396
Posted By DGRBRUV
Hi Brian, Great to hear from you. Your Winnie...

Hi Brian,
Great to hear from you. Your Winnie looks identical to ours apart from the fact that you are 23ft long and we are 27ft. So I guess we have a slightly different layout inside.
We have had...
Forum: Vintage Rigs - Retro is cool! 06-13-2023, 01:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,396
Posted By DGRBRUV
Our winnie

Hi,
Great to hear from you and thanks for the comments. Sounds like you have a good rig yourselves. Lots of nice kit on it. You should lots of fun and adventures in yours too. We have had ours...
Forum: Vintage Rigs - Retro is cool! 02-06-2022, 02:28 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 10,958
Posted By DGRBRUV
Thanks Bob, good to see your new thread and...

Thanks Bob, good to see your new thread and photos. Your RV looks like a nice project to take on. Cheers
Forum: Welcome Mat 02-05-2022, 10:59 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,295
Posted By DGRBRUV
Hi Barry, I would put the thread in the Vintage...

Hi Barry,
I would put the thread in the Vintage forum ..... but I guess I am biased owning an old girl myself ...ha.ha. I will look forward to seeing your journey.
Forum: Welcome Mat 02-05-2022, 05:09 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,295
Posted By DGRBRUV
Thumbs up I am sure you will do a good job on your RV...

I am sure you will do a good job on your RV Barry, just take it one job at a time and it will work out. You will have a classic RV when you have finished.
Forum: Welcome Mat 02-04-2022, 03:28 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,295
Posted By DGRBRUV
Thanks

Thanks for the comments. We have loved owning own Winnie and tried to keep it as original as possible, but upgrading to modern tech sympathetically, LED lights and 240v microwave etc. We did get the...
Forum: Welcome Mat 02-04-2022, 03:38 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,295
Posted By DGRBRUV
Vintage Winnie

Hi Barry,
I am not sure to what extent your water damage runs to, but did have a few areas of delamination on ours, which is par for the course with a unit that is 28 years old, I guess. We decided...
Forum: Welcome Mat 02-03-2022, 04:25 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,295
Posted By DGRBRUV
Hi Barry, Congratulations on your retro RV. We...

Hi Barry,
Congratulations on your retro RV. We have a 1993 Brave and have have 18years of superb travel around the UK and Europe.
Once you have your rig sorted it will give you many years of...
Forum: Vintage Rigs - Retro is cool! 11-28-2021, 10:36 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 965
Posted By DGRBRUV
Firestone Air Assist Suspenion

The Air bags on my 1993 Brave 27RC were perished and were not operational when we bought the RV.
18 years later I finally decided to replace the old units as I wanted to carry a new scooter on a...
Forum: Welcome Mat 11-06-2021, 04:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,347
Posted By DGRBRUV
Good advice Morich

Good advice Morich
Forum: Welcome Mat 11-05-2021, 11:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,347
Posted By DGRBRUV
Hi Lizzie, We also have a 1993 Winnebago, but...

Hi Lizzie, We also have a 1993 Winnebago, but ours is a Brave with a 6.2L diesel motor. We live in Wales (UK) I will look out for any items you may post. Enjoy your vintage RV. We have had ours for...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-18-2021, 02:45 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,202
Posted By DGRBRUV
Fuel in the UK

Hi, we are in Wales (UK) and fuel here is the equivalent of $9.6 dollars a gallon, so I envy you guys .....ha.ha
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-29-2021, 02:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,425
Posted By DGRBRUV
1993 Brave

Hi,
We have a 1993 Brave. It is a 27RC model. Let me know if you still need photos and and I will be happy to help.
Cheers
Ian
Forum: Vintage Rigs - Retro is cool! 03-03-2021, 01:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,396
Posted By DGRBRUV
Hi There, Thanks for the comments. Where are...

Hi There,
Thanks for the comments. Where are you guys based? We have had our Brave for 18years now. Best thing we have ever done, by far. I have just put new Firestone air bags on the rear leaf...
Forum: Vintage Rigs - Retro is cool! 02-19-2020, 01:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,396
Posted By DGRBRUV
Brave respray

Hi,
Thanks for the compliments on our respray, I am biased of course, but I do think it looks good :)
We have the graphics re-done by a small graphics company that does commercial vehicles. I...
Forum: Welcome Mat 01-04-2020, 02:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 584
Posted By DGRBRUV
Hi, We have a 1993 Brave 27RC 6.2 diesel and have...

Hi, We have a 1993 Brave 27RC 6.2 diesel and have owned it for 16yeaRS .... The best thing we have ever done. I am sure you will enjoy it.
Cheer
Ian & Meg
Forum: Welcome Mat 09-04-2019, 02:51 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 774
Posted By DGRBRUV
1993

Hi
We have a 1993 Brave here in North Wales (UK) We have taken it all over Europe. I am sure you will get a lot of pleasure with your RV. Good luck
Ian & Meg
Forum: Welcome Mat 08-18-2019, 10:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,414
Posted By DGRBRUV
Gorgeous looking classic RV I wish you all the...

Gorgeous looking classic RV I wish you all the best in your new adventures.
Forum: Welcome Mat 08-18-2019, 10:02 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 547
Posted By DGRBRUV
Nice to see another classic RV being brought back...

Nice to see another classic RV being brought back to life. All the best
Forum: Vintage Rigs - Retro is cool! 08-10-2019, 11:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,553
Posted By DGRBRUV
Hi Dan, That sounds really low MPG to me!!! I...

Hi Dan, That sounds really low MPG to me!!! I can't offer any real advice as we have a 27ft 6.2l Diesel and that gets 15MPG

But I would definitely get another opinion on it. I am surprised no...
Forum: Vintage Rigs - Retro is cool! 06-04-2019, 01:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,396
Posted By DGRBRUV
1993 Brave re-spray

Just had our beloved Brave re-sprayed and kept it looking original - She looks superb - I know I am biased ... :)
Forum: Welcome Mat 03-11-2019, 11:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 467
Posted By DGRBRUV
UK Members

Hi There Chris / Ally,
We live in the UK also... North Wales area. We have a 1993 Brave. Let me know where abouts you are. It would be good to chat and see how you are getting on with your project....
Forum: Welcome Mat 03-11-2019, 11:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 528
Posted By DGRBRUV
1993 Brave

Hi Brad,
We have had a 1993 Brave for 16years and loved every minute. We have travelled many miles and have gathered a lot of experience along way, so if you have any questions I would be happy to...
Forum: Welcome Mat 01-15-2019, 02:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,363
Posted By DGRBRUV
It sure is a long way to travel..We have only...

It sure is a long way to travel..We have only been over to the USA once, on a motorcycle holiday in the 'Wild West' such a magnificent country.
Forum: Welcome Mat 01-14-2019, 01:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,363
Posted By DGRBRUV
Thumbs up There is a thriving RV ownership in the UK. We...

There is a thriving RV ownership in the UK. We meet up at various events etc. and generally have a good time.. many winter in south of Europe bit quite a few brave out the UK winter. We like going...
Forum: Welcome Mat 01-14-2019, 01:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,363
Posted By DGRBRUV
Well we can always recommend some great place to...

Well we can always recommend some great place to visit if you venture over one day. Cheers
Forum: Welcome Mat 01-13-2019, 01:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,241
Posted By DGRBRUV
I agree you need as much space as you can get...

I agree you need as much space as you can get when full timing ...you sound like you have the perfect balance of the 'work / life' pendulum going on. Our RV is pretty much in standard trim but still...
Forum: Welcome Mat 01-12-2019, 03:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,241
Posted By DGRBRUV
Hi There

Hi
Where abouts in the UK are you based when you return from your travels? We are in North Wales with our 1993 Brave 27RC. Ours was imported with 240v conversion from new for a Formula 3 racing...
Forum: Welcome Mat 01-12-2019, 03:47 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,363
Posted By DGRBRUV
Lovely vintage RV - Enjoy your travels and get in...

Lovely vintage RV - Enjoy your travels and get in touch if you plan to visit the UK :thumb:
Forum: Welcome Mat 01-12-2019, 03:45 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,363
Posted By DGRBRUV
Europe travels

Hi all,
We live in Wales (UK) and have travelled all around Europe in our Winnebago Brave 27RC. You do need to check, but most campgrounds can accommodate RV up to 30ft with ease and many can also...
Forum: Welcome Mat 12-18-2018, 10:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 719
Posted By DGRBRUV
Excuse my ignorance BOB but where is the video...

Excuse my ignorance BOB but where is the video you refer to? I am fairly new to this forum myself.
Cheers
Ian
Forum: Welcome Mat 12-18-2018, 10:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 719
Posted By DGRBRUV
Congratulations - Beats our Brave by 2 years . I...

Congratulations - Beats our Brave by 2 years . I love old RV;s they have so much character if they have ben looked after.
We are in the UK (Wakes) by the way.
Love to see some photos of your new...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 12-13-2018, 12:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,076
Posted By DGRBRUV
Mattreess

Your mattress is the same shape as the original fitted in our Brave 27RC ... we found a standard double (UK) mattress was exactly the same width and length... the extra square end does not restrict...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 12-11-2018, 02:57 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,627
Posted By DGRBRUV
No mention of the earthquake in Alaska on the UK...

No mention of the earthquake in Alaska on the UK BBc news... I was amazed to read it on the forum... Glad no one was hurt.
Forum: Vintage Rigs - Retro is cool! 11-30-2018, 02:38 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,322
Posted By DGRBRUV
Lovely old example of a classic. Well worth the...

Lovely old example of a classic. Well worth the effort to get in back into service. Good luck
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-13-2018, 11:02 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,704
Posted By DGRBRUV
Hi Thanks fort eh info. I will send you an...

Hi
Thanks fort eh info. I will send you an email and look forward to any photos you may have and also any details regarding the RV while you owned it. We have had ours for 15 years so far and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-12-2018, 09:50 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,704
Posted By DGRBRUV
Thanks I have a copy of the original brochure...

Thanks
I have a copy of the original brochure but it is not possible to scale up the photos without losing definition. If you had any jpeg photos of your 27RC that would be great to see.
How long...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-06-2018, 09:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,704
Posted By DGRBRUV
Yes, I agree. We don't plan on putting one on the...

Yes, I agree. We don't plan on putting one on the right side of ours.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-06-2018, 02:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,704
Posted By DGRBRUV
Ha ha... I have been scouring the RVOC members...

Ha ha... I have been scouring the RVOC members list in the UK for another Brave, but no luck so far. I don't think a pressure washer was to blame on our RV :-)
Forum: Vintage Rigs - Retro is cool! 11-05-2018, 01:10 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 874
Posted By DGRBRUV
1993 Brave 27RC graphic

Hi
I am looking for a photo with good resolution of the side graphic on a circa 1993 Winnebago Brave - it is typically a mountain scene in shades of Blue,
I need the photo to give to a specialist...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-05-2018, 01:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,704
Posted By DGRBRUV
We don't have the graphic on the right side...

We don't have the graphic on the right side unfortunately. It was a factory order with European speak, not sure if that is the reason the graphics were not put on, or if it was requested by the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-05-2018, 10:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,704
Posted By DGRBRUV
Thanks Bob, I will see what the Sign guys think...

Thanks Bob, I will see what the Sign guys think and see if they can work with it. All the photos I have seen have been on a slight angle to the graphic... One taken directly looking square on would...
Forum: RV's and Tow Vehicles For Sale & Wanted 11-05-2018, 07:17 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 879
Posted By DGRBRUV
Wanted - Photo : Winnebago Brave Graphic

Hi
I am looking for a photo with good resolution of the side graphic on a circa 1993 Winnebago Brave - it is typically a mountain scene in shades of Blue,
I need the photo to give to a specialist...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-05-2018, 03:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,704
Posted By DGRBRUV
Hi Thanks for the information. I will give it a...

Hi
Thanks for the information. I will give it a go and see what we can arrange. Great help thanks again
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-04-2018, 05:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,704
Posted By DGRBRUV
Hi, Yes, that is exactly the graphic we are...

Hi, Yes, that is exactly the graphic we are looking for. Do you have a photo looking straight at it by any chance?
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-04-2018, 02:11 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,704
Posted By DGRBRUV
1993 Brave side Graphic

Hi all,
I have a 1993 Brave 27RC without the original side mountain graphic on the left rear side.
Does anyone have a photo showing the graphic I could get a sign maker to copy?
We are having the...
Forum: Welcome Mat 10-04-2018, 09:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 617
Posted By DGRBRUV
Smile New member from the UK

Hi There, We have a 1993 Brave 27RC and we had this this beauty for over 12 years now. We have been all over Europe for extended holidays and obviously, many parts of the UK. Our Winnie is a 6.2...
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