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Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 03-18-2024, 05:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 568
Posted By Mtn Charlie
As you stated, U-haul dollies are rugged and also...

As you stated, U-haul dollies are rugged and also fairly heavy. Pulling a full sized van, I would be concerned about exceeding the 5,000 pound limit of the normal Winnebago hitch.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-18-2024, 05:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 166
Posted By Mtn Charlie
For a super neat seal job, use painters tape 1/8...

For a super neat seal job, use painters tape 1/8 inch around window frame. After clean-up it leaves a crisp/clean appearance.l
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 03-08-2024, 06:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 249
Posted By Mtn Charlie
The new TV are lighter than older models and thus...

The new TV are lighter than older models and thus usually have a smaller mounting pattern and screw size. On my 2012 Itasca Suncruiser 37F, it was just a matter of drilling new holes in the...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-09-2024, 12:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 701
Posted By Mtn Charlie
If you plan to travel thru a tunnel, the propane...

If you plan to travel thru a tunnel, the propane should be turned off. I remember that before entering the tunnels under Chesapeake Bay, there are notification signs and turnouts.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 12-31-2023, 01:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,772
Posted By Mtn Charlie
Navy NFO, P-3 Orion?

Navy NFO, P-3 Orion?
Forum: Welcome Mat 12-23-2023, 03:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 443
Posted By Mtn Charlie
The things that shouldn't be used, while plugged...

The things that shouldn't be used, while plugged into a 20 amp circuit include but are not limited to A/C or electric heat, plug is space heaters, electric water heater and electric/ convection oven....
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 11-25-2023, 10:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 474
Posted By Mtn Charlie
I removed the TV this morning. It was much...

I removed the TV this morning. It was much simpler than I anticipated. The Winnebago bracket has 2 horizontal bars that extend beyond the width of the TV. Removed 4 Phillips screws and the TV was...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 11-24-2023, 02:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 474
Posted By Mtn Charlie
Outside TV 2012 Itasca Suncruiser 37F

I am going to be replacing the outdoor TV on my Itasca Suncruiser 37F and am clueless on how to remove the old one. I am guessing that the radio next to it has to be removed first. I know that I...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-14-2023, 09:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 657
Posted By Mtn Charlie
I have a 2012 Itasca Suncruiser 37F and had the...

I have a 2012 Itasca Suncruiser 37F and had the same tubing separation at the elbow going into the black tank. I initially thought that is was a water heater leak until it came completely loose. ...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-09-2023, 07:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 977
Posted By Mtn Charlie
I have found that the screws that mount a...

I have found that the screws that mount a Winnebago bracket to a TV are in standardized locations, however input cable locations can be located anywhere. I had to modify my Winnebago bracket to...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-20-2023, 01:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,261
Posted By Mtn Charlie
As any mechanical device ages it becomes less...

As any mechanical device ages it becomes less efficient. A lot of factors are involved: normal ware, accumulated dirt on components, aged hydraulic fluid etc. The fact that the pump draws more...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 09-04-2023, 07:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 670
Posted By Mtn Charlie
I have removed the DiamondShield from my Itasca...

I have removed the DiamondShield from my Itasca SunCruiser. It is best to do it in the sun on a day that is over 90 degrees. Some people use a hair dryer to soften the material, but I was afraid of...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-20-2023, 12:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 628
Posted By Mtn Charlie
Pipe cleaners work great for cleaning those drain...

Pipe cleaners work great for cleaning those drain tubes.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-18-2023, 01:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 375
Posted By Mtn Charlie
Thanks Morich! I feel like a complete idiot. I...

Thanks Morich! I feel like a complete idiot. I went out and stood 3 feet behind the drivers seat and looked straight up. Low and behold there was the smoke detector. Just needs a new 9 vold...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-18-2023, 11:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 375
Posted By Mtn Charlie
Chirping Alarm 2012 Itasca Suncruiser 37F

I have a 2012 Itasca Suncruiser 37F, built on a Ford F-53 chassis. Today, when I went out to prepare for an upcoming trip, I heard a chirping alarm, one chirp at about 15 second intervals. Much...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-12-2023, 04:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 670
Posted By Mtn Charlie
25+ year old retraction springs just might be the...

25+ year old retraction springs just might be the issue, especially if the jacks are usually extended for a long period of time. .
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-13-2023, 10:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 671
Posted By Mtn Charlie
Belt tensioner are probably the most common cause...

Belt tensioner are probably the most common cause of whines.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-09-2023, 01:46 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,231
Posted By Mtn Charlie
I've finally finished the repair and test flushed...

I've finally finished the repair and test flushed the toilet 4-5 times with no leaks. Removing the bed plywood ended up being a waste of time and effort. The flexible drain line was buried under...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-31-2023, 11:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 596
Posted By Mtn Charlie
Model and year of your RV might help you get an...

Model and year of your RV might help you get an answer.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-28-2023, 05:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,231
Posted By Mtn Charlie
I still haven't fixed the drain line. I put a 1...

I still haven't fixed the drain line. I put a 1 1/2 inch extension on the 90 degree elbow but now the flex line needs to be pulled back about 3/4 inch, glue applied and then slipped into the elbow...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-27-2023, 06:36 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,220
Posted By Mtn Charlie
My 2012 Itasca Suncruiser 37F has electric slide...

My 2012 Itasca Suncruiser 37F has electric slide locks. If the shafts on one or both of the locks is stripped it may cause the slide to become cocked and refuse to move. After paying $$$ to have...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-23-2023, 07:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,511
Posted By Mtn Charlie
So what RV has a ladder over 24 feet long? Most...

So what RV has a ladder over 24 feet long? Most aren't even 10 feet. I retired from a utility company and climbed many poles and ladders. It would be no different than the utility ladders that a...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-23-2023, 03:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,231
Posted By Mtn Charlie
I think that I have got this. Hot tub...

I think that I have got this. Hot tub manufacturers bond to flex tubing all the time and spa jets have considerably more constant pressure than a drain line. I noted that Winnebago didn't use and...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-23-2023, 01:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,231
Posted By Mtn Charlie
I couldn't get the problem out of my head, so I...

I couldn't get the problem out of my head, so I went out and removed the vanity floor. I could get a better grip on the drain line but still could not move it enough to mate with the 90 degree...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-23-2023, 10:17 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,231
Posted By Mtn Charlie
Your discovery that it is flexible tubing answers...

Your discovery that it is flexible tubing answers some questions of mine. I wouldn't expect ridged pipe to pull back as much as it did. Being flexible, it is probably more elastic and if it was...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-23-2023, 08:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,231
Posted By Mtn Charlie
I'm thinking that they used the wrong type of...

I'm thinking that they used the wrong type of pipe. In the picture, the black pipe running parallel to the pipe is the grey water drain pipe from the rear bath. It is black but the black water pipe...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-23-2023, 08:29 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,231
Posted By Mtn Charlie
The end of the elbow looks funny because it is...

The end of the elbow looks funny because it is black and there is a black rubber strap/clamp attaching it to the floor. The poor lighting makes it appear to be part of the elbow. It may actually be...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-23-2023, 06:50 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,231
Posted By Mtn Charlie
After sleeping on this, it occured to me that the...

After sleeping on this, it occured to me that the sewer line is on top of the flooring, so after passing beneath the vanity it has to pass under the head of the bed frame. That means that if I...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 05-22-2023, 06:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 687
Posted By Mtn Charlie
Glad that you figured it out. Happy to have...

Glad that you figured it out. Happy to have contributed.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-22-2023, 11:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,231
Posted By Mtn Charlie
The picture doesn't make the distance between the...

The picture doesn't make the distance between the pipe and the 90 degree elbow look very big but it is over an inch. I could barely grab the pipe with my left hand but was unable to budge it. I...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-22-2023, 10:42 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,231
Posted By Mtn Charlie
Morich: Thank you for the diagrams. They...

Morich: Thank you for the diagrams. They prompted me to remove the magazine rack beside the front toilet and take another look. I have found the problem. Looking at your 3rd diagram, there is a...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-21-2023, 06:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,231
Posted By Mtn Charlie
Directly beside the commode shown in your last...

Directly beside the commode shown in your last diagram, there is a magazine rack access panel. When removes, all that is there is outside TV wiring. To the right of that is the sink vanity. I have...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-21-2023, 09:49 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,231
Posted By Mtn Charlie
Power flush leak 2012 Itasca Suncruiser 37F

I own a 2012 Itasca Suncruiser 37F. It has a blackwater leak that only occurs when the power flush in the rear bath is used. The leak occurs almost directly under the front toilet. As near as I...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 05-17-2023, 04:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 687
Posted By Mtn Charlie
That is because there is probably an open ground...

That is because there is probably an open ground on the toad side. The voltage going to the toad lights doesn't see a ground. The closest thing it find to ground is through the circuits of the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 05-17-2023, 04:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 687
Posted By Mtn Charlie
If ALL of the rear indicator lights are acting...

If ALL of the rear indicator lights are acting strange on a vehicle, it is typically a grounding issue, because that is what all the lights have in common. All the grounds are connected together, so...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-16-2023, 03:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,683
Posted By Mtn Charlie
I don't know the year of your Suncruiser. Mine...

I don't know the year of your Suncruiser. Mine is a 2012 37F and the battery isolation solinoid is located behind the left panel of the compartment to the right of the main door. Breaker panel is...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-15-2023, 02:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,511
Posted By Mtn Charlie
A more important question may be "Is there a...

A more important question may be "Is there a specific location the RV that is preped for a roof ladder?"
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-15-2023, 02:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 419
Posted By Mtn Charlie
What exactly was performed during the RV repair? ...

What exactly was performed during the RV repair? It sounds suspicious to me. Was it a slide issue that may have resulted in a pinched wire? We need a little more info/detail.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 05-10-2023, 05:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,004
Posted By Mtn Charlie
Yes, my RV has the power flush but I have never...

Yes, my RV has the power flush but I have never had any issues with it not flushing. We rarely use it because the 1/2 bath is more accessible. The sewer pipe did have a leak, which wouldn't happen...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 05-10-2023, 04:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,004
Posted By Mtn Charlie
I have a 2012 Itasca Suncruiser 37F, so am very...

I have a 2012 Itasca Suncruiser 37F, so am very familiar with your fridge. There is cooling fin on the back inside of the fridge section. That heatsink/cooling fin has a sensor with a wire attached...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-23-2023, 01:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 794
Posted By Mtn Charlie
The battery was definitely bad, because it...

The battery was definitely bad, because it wouldn't take a charge after being removed. It read 6.5 volts after being on a charger for a half hour. It is possible that I was reading the output of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-22-2023, 02:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 794
Posted By Mtn Charlie
Chases battery always reads 13.5 volts

I have a 2012 Itasca Suncruiser 37F on a Ford chassis. After sitting 3 months, it would not start. I hit the battery boost switch and it started right up. Turned it off and checked the battery...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-20-2023, 05:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 957
Posted By Mtn Charlie
The Itasca Suncruiser 37F has no maserator. The...

The Itasca Suncruiser 37F has no maserator. The full bath has a power flush that propelles waste about 20 feet to the black tank at a junction below the 1/2 bath. The oder is coming from somewhere...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-20-2023, 02:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 957
Posted By Mtn Charlie
I have a 2012 Itasca Suncruiser 37F and had a...

I have a 2012 Itasca Suncruiser 37F and had a simular problem. It turned out to be the P-trap on the washer/dryer combo, which is directly across the hall from the 1/2 bath. We never used the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-24-2023, 10:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 910
Posted By Mtn Charlie
I've yet to figure out how to remove the TV but I...

I've yet to figure out how to remove the TV but I know that you can access all of the wiring connections by removing the magazine rack beside the toilet in the front bathroom. My TV was randomly...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-22-2023, 01:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,100
Posted By Mtn Charlie
I own a 2012 37F. I can't figure out where the...

I own a 2012 37F. I can't figure out where the fireplace is at.
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 02-02-2023, 06:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 786
Posted By Mtn Charlie
If money is no issue, Traverse Bay RV Resort is...

If money is no issue, Traverse Bay RV Resort is beautiful but about $100/night. It is convenient to Turtle Creek Casino/Resort. It is very big rig friendly.
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 01-24-2023, 04:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 786
Posted By Mtn Charlie
Interlochen State Park is nearby and a lot less...

Interlochen State Park is nearby and a lot less crowded than Traverse City State Park.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-22-2023, 12:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,342
Posted By Mtn Charlie
I have the same model and year MH but I keep it...

I have the same model and year MH but I keep it connected to shore power while stored. A simple way to find out what is connected to the chassis battery is to disconnect the coach battery, while the...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 01-13-2023, 05:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 980
Posted By Mtn Charlie
Since you are poking around for hidden panels in...

Since you are poking around for hidden panels in that area, removing the magazine rack in the front bathroom gives you access to all the connections for the components in the outside TV compartment.
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