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Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 10-23-2023, 09:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,185
Posted By Seymour2Lane
X2 on the Borg valve stems. I had Les Schwab...

X2 on the Borg valve stems. I had Les Schwab order and install them all the way around several years ago and have had zero issues. I'm also using an Eez Tire tpms with no issues.
Regards, Mike
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-17-2023, 11:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 998
Posted By Seymour2Lane
On our 2016 View we have a couple of the galley...

On our 2016 View we have a couple of the galley drawers that come open on bumpy roads.
I always have some velcro onboard and was able to add strips on the cabinet and the back of the drawer face...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 03-16-2023, 11:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,692
Posted By Seymour2Lane
I think that's the model. It's been a couple of...

I think that's the model. It's been a couple of years now.
Regards, Mike
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-27-2023, 09:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 785
Posted By Seymour2Lane
Greetings, This has happened on our 2016 View a...

Greetings,
This has happened on our 2016 View a couple of times and both times all I had to do was clean some "tarnish" off of the two brass contacts on the hinge side of the door frame.
Hopefully...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 08-01-2022, 12:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,692
Posted By Seymour2Lane
There are a couple of threads regarding the...

There are a couple of threads regarding the replacement of the Xcite unit on here. My local car audio shop replaced ours (2016 View) with a Kenwood unit (DNX-7xx?) which I am very happy with. Kenwood...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-13-2022, 09:26 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,074
Posted By Seymour2Lane
After the Xcite unit on our 2016 View died and...

After the Xcite unit on our 2016 View died and could not be resuscitated by the local car stereo shop I had them install the Kenwood DMX unit. Though it was expensive it is a huge improvement with a...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-11-2022, 10:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,467
Posted By Seymour2Lane
Welcome to the forum Cindi, We've had our...

Welcome to the forum Cindi,

We've had our '16 24V for 3yrs now and still love our choice. For us the twin bed floorplan works well.
No issues with the slide.
No issues with the macerator- it...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-17-2021, 04:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,649
Posted By Seymour2Lane
Bones has given a very good summary of what's...

Bones has given a very good summary of what's going on with your Zamp solar charge controller.

His advice on installing a battery monitor is also excellent, especially for people who aren't...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 10-05-2021, 05:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,372
Posted By Seymour2Lane
On our 2016 View 24V with the 1000W Xantrex...

On our 2016 View 24V with the 1000W Xantrex inverter there is a GFCI on the outlet on the front of the inverter AND a circuit breaker button on the side of the inverter.
We have had the circuit...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-26-2021, 08:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 898
Posted By Seymour2Lane
When I replaced the Xcite unit in our 2016 View...

When I replaced the Xcite unit in our 2016 View with one from Kenwood I kept the SD card and offered it up on this forum.
A member was interested in the card so I mailed it to him and he reported...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-03-2021, 09:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,221
Posted By Seymour2Lane
DJP, Welcome to the forum. You might do a...

DJP,
Welcome to the forum.
You might do a forum search for Excite or Riverpark problems as many of us have had a variety of issues with these units. After several power issues I eventually dumped...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-26-2021, 05:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 838
Posted By Seymour2Lane
On our 2016 View I have had the Victron 712 shunt...

On our 2016 View I have had the Victron 712 shunt mounted in the upper side wall of the exposed battery area for a couple of years without any problems. I check it for dirt and corrosion when I check...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-23-2021, 09:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,539
Posted By Seymour2Lane
Another vote for Borg valve stems. 20k miles on...

Another vote for Borg valve stems. 20k miles on our View with no issues.
Regards, Mike
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-06-2021, 12:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,386
Posted By Seymour2Lane
As an update to my earlier post, I see that the...

As an update to my earlier post, I see that the Beeway covers are no longer available.
I ended up ordering a replacement for my two year old Beeway cover from a company called DasBike. I'll report...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-01-2021, 10:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,386
Posted By Seymour2Lane
I went through the same search a couple of years...

I went through the same search a couple of years ago and finally just went with two from Beeway for our ebikes. Two covers work for us since many times I travel solo and a double cover was too baggy...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-28-2021, 04:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,722
Posted By Seymour2Lane
Welcome to the forum. I gave up on the stock...

Welcome to the forum.
I gave up on the stock Xcite stereo in our 2016 View a year ago and replaced it with one from Kenwood. They make one with a RV gps but it ain't cheap. Since we use a stand...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-21-2021, 06:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,600
Posted By Seymour2Lane
On our 2016 View 24V the LPG furnace is located...

On our 2016 View 24V the LPG furnace is located under the driver side twin bed. We have found that the heat vent in the galley toe-kick does not evenly heat the front of the cabin. I found the duct...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 01-11-2021, 09:48 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,412
Posted By Seymour2Lane
My "motorcycle" is a 1500 watt custom electric...

My "motorcycle" is a 1500 watt custom electric bicycle. It's the minibike my parents would never let me have as a kid. Approx 64lbs plus the rack. It'll do 34 mph with my lard butt on it.
I...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 01-11-2021, 09:24 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,412
Posted By Seymour2Lane
There are several mostly small changes Winnebago...

There are several mostly small changes Winnebago made to the View/Navion over the years you're looking at.
During our search for a 24V I figured out that most were made mid model year such as the...
Forum: Welcome Mat 12-23-2020, 08:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 524
Posted By Seymour2Lane
..."followed by a slow trip home". Maybe...

..."followed by a slow trip home".

Maybe your travel style is different from ours but we find that on longer trips, once the nose is pointed for home we pick up speed. Significantly.
Like...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 12-21-2020, 08:32 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 8,568
Posted By Seymour2Lane
Another vote for the Blackstone with the quick...

Another vote for the Blackstone with the quick connect fitting and 18ft hose. I keep the stock Blackstone regulator (and a green bottle) on board in case the hose won't reach the table. Super easy to...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 12-11-2020, 02:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,509
Posted By Seymour2Lane
gthatch, From a thread I posted to a while...

gthatch,
From a thread I posted to a while ago... the correct replacement filter is a 3M Aqua Pure C-CYST-FF.

Regards, Mike
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 11-21-2020, 01:45 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,956
Posted By Seymour2Lane
There's really no access to the laz. from inside...

There's really no access to the laz. from inside as the tilting part of the bed doesn't raise enough. However, I did remove the ratcheting tilt brackets from the drivers side bed to make access to...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 11-21-2020, 11:59 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,956
Posted By Seymour2Lane
Most V models have the rear cargo door. Ours...

Most V models have the rear cargo door. Ours doesn't and when I asked Winnebago they said that the ones that don't are made for the optional bike rack to bolt on in that location. At first I was glad...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 11-20-2020, 07:46 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,956
Posted By Seymour2Lane
The seat belt issue is likely the wire in the...

The seat belt issue is likely the wire in the seat base. A known issue. Mine was pinched/crushed when the seat was swiveled. The fix (done by the MB dealer) was to sheath and resplice the wire.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-09-2020, 06:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,241
Posted By Seymour2Lane
X2 on the Borg's. No problems in 14k miles. ...

X2 on the Borg's. No problems in 14k miles.

Regards, Mike
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 11-01-2020, 02:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,210
Posted By Seymour2Lane
Xcite replacement

Tyler, I went through a bunch of intermittent power issues with my Xcite (RiverPark) before it died and could not be resuscitated at my local stereo shop. I ended up replacing it with a Kenwood...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 09-24-2020, 12:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 776
Posted By Seymour2Lane
I've thought about doing the same thing and...

I've thought about doing the same thing and narrowed the field to RecPro. According to them the 58" St. Charles model will fit in the 57" opening.
Regards, Mike
2016 24V
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 09-14-2020, 09:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,458
Posted By Seymour2Lane
I have been using the short, useless hose at dump...

I have been using the short, useless hose at dump stations on this trip as suggested by BKG.
It is easier than getting out the long hose with the clear elbow and is easier to rinse and stow too.
...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 09-05-2020, 04:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 601
Posted By Seymour2Lane
I concur with Creativepart on the door latch post...

I concur with Creativepart on the door latch post ~and~ the screen door. I have to replace the electrical tape regularly on our latch post and it seems to work. Only 1 to 2 wraps though or the door...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 08-31-2020, 08:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,638
Posted By Seymour2Lane
You're most welcome. Both sets (cal-king &...

You're most welcome.
Both sets (cal-king & twin) are fitted. We find that the Froli bed system kind of grabs onto the sheets to keep them tucked. Do not buy the "long twin sheets".
I am not...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 08-31-2020, 07:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,638
Posted By Seymour2Lane
For our 2016 24V we bought a set of cal-king...

For our 2016 24V we bought a set of cal-king sheets/pad for use when set up as a big bed. They fit well but we found that we prefer the bed set up as twins.
We also bought toppers for the twins to...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-31-2020, 09:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,080
Posted By Seymour2Lane
Also wanted to add that I remove the filter and...

Also wanted to add that I remove the filter and install the bypass plug ~before~ semi-annually sanitizing the water system. Regards, Mike
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-31-2020, 09:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,080
Posted By Seymour2Lane
You are welcome. I went through a similar hunt...

You are welcome. I went through a similar hunt before finding the right one. I thought I was good to go because the coach came with a spare filter but when I went to change it~ wrong one!
I also...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-26-2020, 12:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,080
Posted By Seymour2Lane
For our 2016 24V I bought... 3M Aqua Pure...

For our 2016 24V I bought...

3M Aqua Pure C-CYST-FF
On Amazon for about $68.

Regards, Mike
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-28-2020, 02:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,366
Posted By Seymour2Lane
Buck Converter

Here is a thread that addresses the propane solenoid draw. I bought one of the buck converter kits mentioned and installed it a year ago. It works fine. Regards, Mike
...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 06-10-2020, 10:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,398
Posted By Seymour2Lane
Thread Update

Just an update to let folks know that 'musicmaiden' did try the SD card I sent but as creativepart thought, it wouldn't work. His RP unit wouldn't recognize the card. Regards, Mike
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 05-17-2020, 07:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,398
Posted By Seymour2Lane
Shoot me a PM with your name/address and I'll...

Shoot me a PM with your name/address and I'll drop it in the mail. Regards, Mike
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 05-14-2020, 12:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,398
Posted By Seymour2Lane
The Kenwood model an with RV specific gps...

The Kenwood model an with RV specific gps mentioned in my first post is the DNX775RVS.
Regards, Mike
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 05-08-2020, 10:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,398
Posted By Seymour2Lane
CP, Thanks for the heads up...makes sense & maybe...

CP, Thanks for the heads up...makes sense & maybe that's why no takers on the card yet. As you guessed, I wasn't getting anywhere with Xite replacing the unit.

Navion, I had a local shop do the...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 05-07-2020, 06:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,398
Posted By Seymour2Lane
Navion, The camera works fine with the Kenwood....

Navion, The camera works fine with the Kenwood. The tech didn't mention any difficulty connecting the camera but there isn't one way audio from the camera which I rarely used anyway. We run the...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 04-27-2020, 01:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,398
Posted By Seymour2Lane
Replaced the Riverpark- now have a RM card available

Recently the Xite/Riverpark unit on our '16 View failed. I had felt lucky that we've not had any issues with it in our year of ownership... until it failed to power up last week.
My audio shop was...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-26-2020, 05:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,066
Posted By Seymour2Lane
On the Tacoma, I sized the screens to fit on the...

On the Tacoma, I sized the screens to fit on the outside of the doors. They stayed on even when the door was slammed.
I've thought about making a set for our View but haven't needed too so far....
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-26-2020, 02:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,154
Posted By Seymour2Lane
^^^^^^ THIS ^^^^^ Best thing ever. ...

^^^^^^ THIS ^^^^^
Best thing ever.

Regards, Mike
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-26-2020, 02:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,066
Posted By Seymour2Lane
I made some screens for my Tacoma several years...

I made some screens for my Tacoma several years ago so the dog could get air without letting bugs into the camper pass through. Bought some screen and cut out the shape of the door windows. Then I...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-06-2020, 03:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,890
Posted By Seymour2Lane
Tim, Congratulations! You will love it....

Tim,
Congratulations! You will love it. Regards, Mike
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 02-04-2020, 11:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,605
Posted By Seymour2Lane
I would suggest adding an anti-rattle hitch clamp...

I would suggest adding an anti-rattle hitch clamp to eliminate rack wobble/bounce. This will also slow down a thief. Regards, Mike
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 01-31-2020, 12:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,890
Posted By Seymour2Lane
Tim, Glad to help. Of course as soon as we...

Tim,
Glad to help.
Of course as soon as we determined exactly what we were looking for, the local inventory dried up completely (PNW) for a few months and the available ones were thousands of...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 01-31-2020, 10:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,890
Posted By Seymour2Lane
Tim, A couple of things we found out when...

Tim,
A couple of things we found out when researching 2015-2018 View/Navion 24V's...

I believe mid 2015 was when the galley window was added (and the tv raised above it).

2016 was the first...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-26-2019, 10:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,663
Posted By Seymour2Lane
Check out youtube videos by Will Prouse(sp?). He...

Check out youtube videos by Will Prouse(sp?). He has several panel comparison videos.
I recently added to the stock single Zamp 100w panel and chose a Rich Solar 170w panel. Install was done...
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