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Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 08-13-2023, 09:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 848
Posted By bkg
The above in red appears to be part of your...

The above in red appears to be part of your problem but not enough details in your post.
You mention you are parked at home; do you have a true 30 amp RV service for your View to plug into? What is...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-09-2023, 06:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 772
Posted By bkg
It shouldn't be the deadbolt that should concern...

It shouldn't be the deadbolt that should concern you but rather the actual latch (spring-loaded plunger that latches once in the strike plate mortise). Tri-Mark is famous for this weak design for the...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 03-02-2023, 05:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 980
Posted By bkg
We've made this trip numerous times from Baton...

We've made this trip numerous times from Baton Rouge. Most of the time I will do the drive in one stretch (about 13 hours for me). I have used some campgrounds on the route for rest stop as well....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-23-2022, 07:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 704
Posted By bkg
Get the temperature sensor

I suggest getting the Zamp temperature sensor (https://www.zampsolar.com/products/charge-controller-battery-temperature-sensor) so that the battery temp can be compensated when solar charging. This...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 10-23-2022, 07:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 835
Posted By bkg
3rd vote on Acme Tow Dolly

I bought my ACME Tow Dolly soon after purchasing our View. I love 4 down towing but for our Trax it's only 2 down and the ACME is the easiest. You can't back up with it (you can't with any brand that...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-23-2022, 07:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,282
Posted By bkg
Consider that if the anti-freeze goes straight to...

Consider that if the anti-freeze goes straight to the grey tank - so has any water. I have the exact same trap under my shower. I do not treat it with anti-freeze and never had any issues. There is...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-14-2022, 05:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,038
Posted By bkg
Roadside kit

I agree with the suggested inventory others have listed but also recommend a emergency roadside kit with DOTD triangle reflectors...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-28-2022, 06:25 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,453
Posted By bkg
If we are in agreement that we are referring to...

If we are in agreement that we are referring to the large forward position skylight, I would not leave this open or even cracked open if the View is unoccupied. When we boondock, I use the skylight...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-17-2022, 08:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,481
Posted By bkg
True, I guess I read too much into it being...

True, I guess I read too much into it being "disconnect" however, lack of detail from the OP of how the chassis is being disconnected, I jumped to my own conclusion.
My method is to completely...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-17-2022, 05:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,481
Posted By bkg
Have your battery tested

If you have had your battery disconnected as you stated and the battery still drains, it is very likely that you have a shorted cell in the battery that is draining it down. As much of a pain as it...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 06-30-2022, 06:14 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,000
Posted By bkg
I wouldn't be so hasty to assume the refrigerant...

I wouldn't be so hasty to assume the refrigerant is low/gone. Some roof side inspection can tattle on basic problems.
My suggestion is to remove all 120 volt power from the coach. Climb up on the...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 05-23-2022, 06:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,096
Posted By bkg
Contoure

The Contoure was going to be my next suggestion. Maybe a Google search would provide more end user reviews from other forums. The RecPro would be a similar product but have less faith in them than...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 05-22-2022, 06:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,096
Posted By bkg
High pointe

Our 2019 View came with a High Pointe Microwave Convection oven which we use often. We've successfully baked chicken in the convection mode and everyday heating in the microwave mode. It's not a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-08-2022, 07:02 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,187
Posted By bkg
I think Geo Cell is a good product. I often used...

I think Geo Cell is a good product. I often used it on my prior RV's with good results. I really believe the premature failure of the Geo Cell had to do with the age of the product, some of the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-08-2022, 06:08 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,187
Posted By bkg
I have just redone my cove sealant. I had used...

I have just redone my cove sealant. I had used Geocell just over a year ago but found separation from the filon roof in sections in February of this year. This time I cleaned out the entire length of...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 04-07-2022, 11:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 949
Posted By bkg
Yes, I would agree to your test tow. I actually...

Yes, I would agree to your test tow. I actually did the same although, the UHaul tow dolly is a bit different than the typical consumer dolly, but, it gave me the feel of how our Winnebago would...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 03-17-2022, 05:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,273
Posted By bkg
I have personally had success running additional...

I have personally had success running additional wires in the wire loom in your 1st photo (corrugated conduit). Simply "fish" a rigid weed eater line into the loom and pull the wire taped to the weed...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-08-2022, 07:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,660
Posted By bkg
Looks great

Great work Brian. We love our bonus "counter".

Bobby
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 03-07-2022, 05:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,442
Posted By bkg
Then I suggest what I stated above: "If you have...

Then I suggest what I stated above: "If you have knowledge on the use of an amp meter, I would use it to check the amp draw of the Coleman in different cycles (cool/heatpump)". If operating a amp...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 03-06-2022, 08:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,442
Posted By bkg
Warren, reading your post carefully, I'm trying...

Warren, reading your post carefully, I'm trying to sort what are you calling "electric heat". You mention heatpump which is reversed operation of the cooling circuit, however, you also mention...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-28-2022, 03:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,660
Posted By bkg
Nice job

Looks great.
So, the full round table stays out at the cockpit pedestal and the trimmed table gets stored when on the road or the slide is in?

Bobby
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 02-23-2022, 07:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 949
Posted By bkg
We have a car tow dolly...

We have a car tow dolly (https://cartowdolly.com/) (that's the brand name). We've bought new in late 2018 and have taken on flatland and mountain regions towing out Chevy Trax without a single...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 02-04-2022, 08:09 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,031
Posted By bkg
Yes. Depending on the age of the unit, it's...

Yes. Depending on the age of the unit, it's typically cheaper than replacing the compressor.

Bobby
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 02-04-2022, 08:05 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,031
Posted By bkg
If it were me, yes, I would replace them motor....

If it were me, yes, I would replace them motor. The gamble not worth it - the motor will likely fail when you need it the most.

Bobby
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-04-2022, 07:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,660
Posted By bkg
I could not find a cutting board in the large 24"...

I could not find a cutting board in the large 24" locally. Online had them north of $75. I already had the 5/8" plywood. The 1X is Spanish Cedar I had laying around. Less than an hour I had cover...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-03-2022, 06:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,660
Posted By bkg
My pedestal table is 17"X19". In the photo, the...

My pedestal table is 17"X19". In the photo, the Winnebago provided one is on the couch and the built one is on the Springfield post. There is another post base directly under the couch slide. So you...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-02-2022, 07:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,660
Posted By bkg
I'll have to get the dimensions, so I'll get that...

I'll have to get the dimensions, so I'll get that and some photos. To solve our counter issue, I have a "top" that goes over the stove. We seldom - if ever use the stove. I do most of the cooking on...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-02-2022, 05:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,660
Posted By bkg
I had similar experience with our View 24V. The...

I had similar experience with our View 24V. The original table is rectangular which is a good feature when sitting at the couch and need to share the table but was very awkward to get up from the...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 02-02-2022, 05:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,031
Posted By bkg
The fan will fail again. The bronze bushing...

The fan will fail again. The bronze bushing bearings are shot. The lube you dropped in will buy you a little time but not much. Trust me, years ago in Vo-Tech school, we used to try to get 2nd life...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 01-10-2022, 06:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,167
Posted By bkg
I could be wrong but that "bolt" looks like a...

I could be wrong but that "bolt" looks like a common machine screw and nut. Can you remove a good bolt assembly and go to the local home center to search for an exact replacement? Unless you ordered...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-10-2022, 06:33 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,887
Posted By bkg
The switch is an excellent idea and one that I...

The switch is an excellent idea and one that I have considered myself. The issue I have is the charging maintenance of both the chassis and coach batteries. My RV stays parked in my driveway so I...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 01-09-2022, 07:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,775
Posted By bkg
RV adjustable water pressure regulator with...

RV adjustable water pressure regulator with gauge:...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 01-09-2022, 06:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,879
Posted By bkg
Is that a true "spec" sheet or the order sheet -...

Is that a true "spec" sheet or the order sheet - what was ordered and installed on your trailer? Typically the spec sheet is the standard equipment list, not the actual build list.

However, worth...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-18-2021, 07:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,187
Posted By bkg
Jensen doesn't have much in TV's to offer in the...

Jensen doesn't have much in TV's to offer in the U.S. etrailer is the only source that I found that has any Jensen TV sets.
You could try Crutchfield and their support team could help you select a...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 12-02-2021, 09:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,362
Posted By bkg
Soft touch ceiling?

To me, it looks as though the ceiling in the unit is the "soft touch" ceiling which has more of a texture than vinyl clad luan;...
Forum: Winnebago Class B Motorhomes 11-01-2021, 04:54 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,759
Posted By bkg
Your current 24V doesn't have a macerator for the...

Your current 24V doesn't have a macerator for the gray tank? My 2019 YM does. At first, I wasn't too thrilled having to use the pump to dump my gray tank, but in honesty, I kinda appreciate it. It...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 07-21-2021, 07:07 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 6,944
Posted By bkg
Look at Doran...

Look at Doran (https://doranmfg.com/truck-trailer-tire-pressure-monitoring-system/)
It can monitor up to 36 Tires (trucker version) and can be hardwired and permanently mounted.
Don't be fooled by...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-18-2021, 04:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,066
Posted By bkg
I did this to my 2019 View 24V last year. I went...

I did this to my 2019 View 24V last year. I went with the SLIGC115 Duracell Ultra BCI Group GC2 from Batteries Plus. No regrets. I had an "uplugged" trip in the plans last fall and did not have a...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-02-2021, 06:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,801
Posted By bkg
The GE we know doesn't make RV air conditioners....

The GE we know doesn't make RV air conditioners. In fact, GE Appliances is now a Haier company. This happened in 2016.

To the OP, I second the suggestion of the soft start (although GE/Haier...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 05-02-2021, 06:20 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,843
Posted By bkg
I'm with creativepart

I agree with creativepart - too many variables and not knowing the true condition of your stock coach batteries, no one can really tell you.

One thing you can do is a trial run. I'm not sure if...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-14-2021, 05:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,748
Posted By bkg
FWIW, make certain you get two sets of keys;...

FWIW, make certain you get two sets of keys; particularly the Mercedes key and Fob. Those ain't cheap from Mercedes.
With dealer/owner transfers, the items typically lost/missing - remotes (TV's,...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-11-2021, 09:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,327
Posted By bkg
Knowing what I found under the factory installed...

Knowing what I found under the factory installed flex panels, I would not leave/abandone non-functional panels. I would completely remove and seal the penetrations.
Should Winnebago not come through...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-11-2021, 04:37 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,327
Posted By bkg
Yes, mine is stored outside, and yes in mostly...

Yes, mine is stored outside, and yes in mostly full sun. I would like to cover it and even considered just an RV cover but I didn't have the greatest experience with covers in the past on my former...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-10-2021, 05:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,327
Posted By bkg
I have a 2019 year model 24V. On the flex solar...

I have a 2019 year model 24V. On the flex solar panels. At first, I thought this was better than the stand-off style; more aerodynamic and easier to clean the roof no leaves to keep getting trapped...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 01-31-2021, 05:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,642
Posted By bkg
Smart battery isolator

I installed a smart battery isolator in my Sprinter right by the "jump/boost solenoid" under the Mercedes passenger seat.
The Smart Battery Isolator...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 01-20-2021, 07:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,038
Posted By bkg
In our day of young ones and bunks we used this:...

In our day of young ones and bunks we used this: https://www.amazon.com/RecPro-Netting-Heavy-Stretchable-Safety/dp/B0872HK8ZJ
It is easier for the kids to get in and out of. It works great as a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-20-2021, 07:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,045
Posted By bkg
I did notice a significant drop in my measured...

I did notice a significant drop in my measured amps at the Zamp ZS panel one day this past summer. I keep my View at our home and it is typically plugged in to a household outlet. However, from time...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-20-2021, 06:15 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 12,037
Posted By bkg
You could be getting somewhere with the 3-port...

You could be getting somewhere with the 3-port valve. Here are my thoughts, no science behind it:
1) The higher load, higher engine temp, and higher pressure on the engine coolant system. The...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 11-19-2020, 10:57 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,920
Posted By bkg
I posted the WeatherTech info. above but the...

I posted the WeatherTech info. above but the actual number for grey is 462491.

On the diesel generator, check to see if the first maintenance service was done (25-hour service schedule, I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-19-2020, 10:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,961
Posted By bkg
I just made a post on my ATS install here...

I just made a post on my ATS install here (https://www.winnieowners.com/forums/f265/2017-navion-purchase-359303.html?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email) should that be of interest to you.

On...
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