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Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-02-2022, 01:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 675
Posted By ElCaminomanT
Depending on which version slide mechanism your...

Depending on which version slide mechanism your rig has, it will either be quite simple or it will be VERY involved. Some units have access to be able to replace these glide pieces pretty easily,...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 10-11-2022, 09:55 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,542
Posted By ElCaminomanT
New tank swapped in and everything put back...

New tank swapped in and everything put back together. Nice to have a functioning water system with hot water in the rig again. Will be installing a magnesium anode too!
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-25-2022, 12:08 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,542
Posted By ElCaminomanT
Thanks Ray, I’ve bookmarked that link.

Thanks Ray, I’ve bookmarked that link.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-25-2022, 12:08 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,542
Posted By ElCaminomanT
Pulled the unit yesterday. Winnebago was not shy...

Pulled the unit yesterday. Winnebago was not shy with the use of dum dum behind the front flange I’ll tell you that! The cold water inlet bung is completely rotted out on the inside.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-21-2022, 06:39 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,542
Posted By ElCaminomanT
I've been calling Visone on a weekly basis with...

I've been calling Visone on a weekly basis with no success. Didn't know about Colaw.

I got the new non-motoraid tank from Panther RV last week. Have not had a chance to work on the moho yet, this...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-13-2022, 10:47 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,542
Posted By ElCaminomanT
Still no luck at Visone. I did stumble...

Still no luck at Visone.

I did stumble across a complete new unit at MMRV online and they’re well aware of what they have. $1,607 to be exact!!!

I also found a service tank kit for the non...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-07-2022, 06:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,542
Posted By ElCaminomanT
Visone got back to me and unfortunately this one...

Visone got back to me and unfortunately this one is already gone. He said this particular unit is in very high demand, gee I wonder why? He said to check back once or twice a week as they continually...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-02-2022, 01:08 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,542
Posted By ElCaminomanT
I'm waiting to hear back from Visone. Their...

I'm waiting to hear back from Visone. Their pricing seems fair, if they have one to send me. IF I could find a new one one they all show for more than double what the used one would cost. Don't have...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-01-2022, 12:52 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,542
Posted By ElCaminomanT
The reasons you mention are why we really like...

The reasons you mention are why we really like this WH, it is so versatile! If it comes down to it, the non-heat exchanger equipped version will be what gets installed instead but I want to exhaust...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-01-2022, 12:48 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,542
Posted By ElCaminomanT
I'll be calling in the morning! Thanks!

I'll be calling in the morning! Thanks!
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-29-2022, 10:02 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,542
Posted By ElCaminomanT
Atwood WH tank failed, no parts available, now what?

The Atwood GCH10A-4E in our 05 Vectra 40AD failed this weekend due to internal corrosion of the tank. It appears there are no longer replacement tanks (91028) available for this heater, or even...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-01-2020, 02:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 963
Posted By ElCaminomanT
Finally got around to replacing the front shocks...

Finally got around to replacing the front shocks on our Vectra. Picked them up from UltraRV, have always had great service from them. All I can say is WOW what a difference! The motorhome used to...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 06-22-2019, 11:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,648
Posted By ElCaminomanT
2005 Vectra here Yes, coach and trailer...

2005 Vectra here

Yes, coach and trailer brake lights come on when engine brake is active. I can see the 3rd brake light on the coach come on when looking at the rear view camera.

No, trailer...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-08-2019, 01:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 963
Posted By ElCaminomanT
Having personal experience with both Bilstein and...

Having personal experience with both Bilstein and Koni shocks on multiple different vehicles, I've found the Bilsteins are great on my truck and my Jeep but NOT so good for MH applications, just my...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-30-2019, 01:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,015
Posted By ElCaminomanT
When I have an opportunity to get over to where...

When I have an opportunity to get over to where the moho is stored and get into the electrical compartment, I'll see if I can get a picture or two. It was pretty simple to find, if I recall it is a...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-28-2019, 04:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,695
Posted By ElCaminomanT
I tried but the stud does not turn in the logo...

I tried but the stud does not turn in the logo cap but it wobbles a bit so I'm just going to get a new one. The cap/nut is a lot cheaper than having to buy another hub cover.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-28-2019, 01:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,015
Posted By ElCaminomanT
update: docking lights still working like...

update:

docking lights still working like they're supposed to, dunno I must've goofed up.

DRLs; ended up finding info from Freightliner on how to disable them. Basically the wire that comes...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-28-2019, 11:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,695
Posted By ElCaminomanT
correct, left side is lefty tighty, rightly...

correct, left side is lefty tighty, rightly loosey. I'm going to get a replacement nut for the left side after losing the right side as the stud seems kind of loose. I did put a dab of loctite on the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-21-2019, 01:05 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,002
Posted By ElCaminomanT
Tires for 05 Vectra

Going to have to put tires on our Vectra soon. Looking at options, the 275/80R22.5 size that is on it doesn't offer many brand choices and are more expensive in comparison to the far more common...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-18-2019, 10:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,695
Posted By ElCaminomanT
I totally forgot that San Diego Freightliner is...

I totally forgot that San Diego Freightliner is only a few miles from my work so I stopped in on my lunch break. I won’t take the moho there for any work but I’ll get parts from them. After...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-17-2019, 11:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,695
Posted By ElCaminomanT
Lost a rear hub cover :(

Got back from our wknd trip to the desert today and right away saw the right rear wheel hub cover / center cap was missing, exited stage right at some point and not marking or damaging anything as it...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-02-2019, 01:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 793
Posted By ElCaminomanT
Thanks for the response, I appreciate it!

Thanks for the response, I appreciate it!
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-22-2019, 12:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 793
Posted By ElCaminomanT
Diesel exhaust upgrades?

The muffler on my Vectra is looking a bit tired and I'm thinking ahead for options for when the time comes to replace it. It is a side inlet unit and know from previous experience they can be pretty...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-20-2019, 09:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,015
Posted By ElCaminomanT
follow up; DRLs- so far have had no luck...

follow up;

DRLs- so far have had no luck with them, I'm pretty certain they are controlled by the Smart Wheel module. I'll have to see if there is anything that can be adjusted.

Docking lights-...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-26-2019, 11:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,015
Posted By ElCaminomanT
Yeah, I've got some investigating to do on this....

Yeah, I've got some investigating to do on this. I did see there are two relays inside the door of the electrical compartment for the docking lights. One is simply labeled "docking lights" and the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-25-2019, 12:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,015
Posted By ElCaminomanT
That's what I thought they are supposed to do but...

That's what I thought they are supposed to do but they only turn on when the parking brake is engaged. As soon as it is released, they turn off. The only lights that come on in reverse are the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-25-2019, 12:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,015
Posted By ElCaminomanT
05 Vectra 40AD Exterior lighting questions

Trying to figure out 2 different things here on our new-to-us coach...

#1: how the heck can I disable to the DRL's? I've looked in the electrical compartment under the driver's area for either the...
Forum: Welcome Mat 01-25-2019, 12:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 885
Posted By ElCaminomanT
She's home! Moved all of our stuff in over the...

She's home! Moved all of our stuff in over the weekend and have to finish up some loose ends. Hoping to take it out for a shakedown soon! We're super excited, it drives like a dream!!
Forum: Welcome Mat 01-15-2019, 03:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 885
Posted By ElCaminomanT
Hello from San Diego

Greetings! My wife and I are long time RVers but first time Winnebago owners. Picking up our new-to-us 2005 Vectra 40AD on Friday, super excited! We have had several toy hauler trailers, a Kodiak...
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