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Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-11-2021, 11:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 717
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Thank you David, but my Thread Title was about...

Thank you David, but my Thread Title was about today...this morning, and a head's up for this day,..this event...so I can see that you would think I was just posting an OBVIOUS suggestion to check...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-11-2021, 11:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 717
Posted By Sun_Seeker
For some reason, a moderator...decided to edit my...

For some reason, a moderator...decided to edit my thread title to his needs. He deleted my date and time stamp of the post that was totally RELATIVE to the comments I made.

This post was about...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-11-2021, 09:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 717
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Wind? Storms?...CHECK YOUR T.T. and RV's!

In Ontario, Canada as I type, we are experiencing near hurricane force winds, with gusts RIGHT NOW, as I type outside my house at over 65 MPH!

I have my 1706 FB sitting on my driveway, and...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 12-04-2021, 12:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,328
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Creative, my local dealer has his 'book in'...

Creative, my local dealer has his 'book in' policy right on the front door...in that if you buy from them, you will always get booked in preference over any other non-sale walk in.... and that has...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 12-04-2021, 04:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,328
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Well to be totally honest here...you are not...

Well to be totally honest here...you are not 'exactly' saving that $3,500 dollars, at the end of the trail...for you must add in any expense you will incur, like gasoline, motel, and food while on...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 12-01-2021, 08:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,957
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Thumbs up Hello Mando, I also like to bring up...that...

Hello Mando,

I also like to bring up...that the trailers...bikes, cars, boats, camera equipment, tools...computer gear, phones, tablets, the all of it...are usually stolen, when those...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 12-01-2021, 05:39 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,957
Posted By Sun_Seeker
All good, Creative...and, I am in the 'loss' and...

All good, Creative...and, I am in the 'loss' and 'loss recovery' industry. I see such sad reactions for those that have been victimized, so perhaps, am rather sensitized to the 'preventing' side of...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 12-01-2021, 03:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,957
Posted By Sun_Seeker
To Creative, Marine and Mando, First off, let me...

To Creative, Marine and Mando, First off, let me type/say that I do appreciate your comments, and only wanted to put it out there, that there actually are, 'band's of organized thieves that (by...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 12-01-2021, 06:21 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,957
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Other than the rampant sarcasm , you'd want to...

Other than the rampant sarcasm , you'd want to remove (first off) the obvious...that shout's out the model. (the other suggestions, I won't bother responding to)

People will be affected by this....
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 12-01-2021, 03:47 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,957
Posted By Sun_Seeker
[QUOTE=Mando;3909588]I do store on my driveway. I...

[QUOTE=Mando;3909588]I do store on my driveway. I also don’t see how this would be more of a theft threat than the millions of 50k campers all over the place. Maybe the lithium battery but how many...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 12-01-2021, 03:25 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,957
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Seriously, Creative? Where did I suggest a theft...

Seriously, Creative? Where did I suggest a theft will be based on an MSRP You obviously misunderstood my comments. It is about the TECH...that inflates the MSRP. That is what the thieves will be...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 11-30-2021, 03:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,957
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Well, this will be for sure, a very, very, high...

Well, this will be for sure, a very, very, high probability of theft...so one better make sure of their insurance coverage and the provider of it. Unless you are going to store the FLX on your own...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-29-2021, 02:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 548
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Because you are situated in the State of New...

Because you are situated in the State of New York, and are subject to winter conditions...I'd try quickly as possible to find a solution (obviously you want to!) for you don't want water to sit in...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 10-24-2021, 03:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,136
Posted By Sun_Seeker
I had the same thing...blue flame blow back out...

I had the same thing...blue flame blow back out of the air shutter. What it turned out to be, was spider webs and prey cocoons were in the down tube. I used three tobaccos pipe cleaners. to put them...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-17-2021, 07:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,193
Posted By Sun_Seeker
My Harley gets 47 mpg at 60 mph or below. That...

My Harley gets 47 mpg at 60 mph or below. That at these prices is still, as you suggest, doable. When pulling our trailer...our van drops from 28 mpg, down to 12-14 mpg...and that translates to...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-16-2021, 05:24 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,193
Posted By Sun_Seeker
We must know two different 99 percent...

We must know two different 99 percent 'people'..LOL. The 99 percent I know, or speak with...that's ALL they are talking about, in the last few weeks, the ballooning rising cost to fill the tank....
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-15-2021, 01:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,193
Posted By Sun_Seeker
I bought a new 2018 Harley V-Twin in 2018. To...

I bought a new 2018 Harley V-Twin in 2018. To fill my tank, in that year, on average was $14-18 dollars. (Ontario, Canada) This last week, with my normal amount of gas still left in the tank, it...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-12-2021, 06:33 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,193
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Don't cry...try Regular at an Ontario gas station...

Don't cry...try Regular at an Ontario gas station at $6.07/gal! There's a reason to shed tears...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-08-2021, 12:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 535
Posted By Sun_Seeker
If the table legs remove from the floor where...

If the table legs remove from the floor where that bolt is...you can try the 2 following suggestions:

1. Wrap as many layers of WHITE TEFLON TAPE (the tape to seal threads, like your water heater...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 10-03-2021, 10:34 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,833
Posted By Sun_Seeker
My non-Winnebago dealership will create the port...

My non-Winnebago dealership will create the port (like your home system) and then can easily measure the refrigerant pressure in lbs, and can add, or fully replace the current charge with fresh and...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 10-02-2021, 06:45 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,833
Posted By Sun_Seeker
They also need to have an A/C tech tap into the...

They also need to have an A/C tech tap into the closed system and check the refrigerant charge...just like your home A/C units. The refrigerant also carries the compressor lubrication oil, as when...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-01-2021, 03:43 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 528
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Interesting October 2021 Industry update...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XN90jVc0Ow4
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-19-2021, 03:32 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 687
Posted By Sun_Seeker
A popular and great R.V. dealer, comments on current R.V. quality and build

The Ying and the Yang...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEqSxk9vkXM
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-18-2021, 07:26 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,350
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Why ; sorry? Every opinion is welcomed. That's...

Why ; sorry? Every opinion is welcomed. That's what makes for good reading, an a lively thread!
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-18-2021, 05:49 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,350
Posted By Sun_Seeker
I've personally have seen many R.V.'s...

I've personally have seen many R.V.'s (Motorhomes) on the side of the road, or 'getting on the hook'...over many thousands of tow miles over a span of 45 years.

About T.T. owners NOT taking...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-18-2021, 05:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,420
Posted By Sun_Seeker
The adage; "Less is MORE" feels right at home...

The adage; "Less is MORE" feels right at home around R.V's. and T.T.'s..

Less total maintenance, Less per running foot of roof membrane to Re and Re, if you love your trailer, and only the roof...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-18-2021, 01:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,022
Posted By Sun_Seeker
I'd also add to make sure for those two days,...

I'd also add to make sure for those two days, that you are using your POTABLE water tank...and NOT city hookup, for two reasons...first, you will see if there is anything critically wrong with your...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-14-2021, 07:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,909
Posted By Sun_Seeker
When and if you decide to 'see what other'...

When and if you decide to 'see what other' sleeping experiences you and your wife might wish to experience...no money wasted, at all, with upgrading just WHAT you lay upon! Cheers!
...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-14-2021, 06:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,909
Posted By Sun_Seeker
We got the original Winnebago O.E.M mattress with...

We got the original Winnebago O.E.M mattress with our 2018 1706FB. It must have come from a medieval Torture Chamber supplier!

We put on a 3 inch topper but only truly saw that we were attempting...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-13-2021, 03:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,711
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Glad to read that your experience did not end...

Glad to read that your experience did not end with physical injury to you and yours. Wow...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-12-2021, 08:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,848
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Thumbs up You know...with this head's up...I think I am...

You know...with this head's up...I think I am going to change my set-up, M.O. From now on...after setting up the T.T, (1706FB), and after hooking up the city water, OR...with an fully loaded...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-10-2021, 03:44 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,664
Posted By Sun_Seeker
I so surely hope that this doesn't lead you to...

I so surely hope that this doesn't lead you to end T.T. ownership for you and your wife altogether I certainly hope not! Obviously it is a recreational lifestyle that truly...truly, you and your...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-09-2021, 08:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,664
Posted By Sun_Seeker
I'm quite sorry to read your woes, but in reading...

I'm quite sorry to read your woes, but in reading on other forums, and from even other manufacturers, this is now quite common, having so many structural or feature failures in one unit! Any model...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-08-2021, 04:28 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 23,875
Posted By Sun_Seeker
We tow our 2018 1706FB with a 2019 Dodge Grand...

We tow our 2018 1706FB with a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan, with the Factory Installed Tow Package that also has computer controlled rear air bags that will bring the Grand Caravan level within 2 miles...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-08-2021, 07:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,909
Posted By Sun_Seeker
https://www.amazon.ca/Lippert-Components-360172-He...

https://www.amazon.ca/Lippert-Components-360172-Heating-Conditioning/dp/B01DQBUAHC
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-08-2021, 07:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,445
Posted By Sun_Seeker
I suggest you not waste your money on trying to...

I suggest you not waste your money on trying to put lipstick on a pig....you will end up buying a premium mattress AFTER you also had bought the topper. I suggest you forgo the topper and invest in...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-04-2021, 01:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 908
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Carl, one final thought...and this will CERTAINLY...

Carl, one final thought...and this will CERTAINLY be worth every penny you pay. I would (if you don't already own one...) buy a Canadian Tire Portable Compressor, I own the second from the bottom of...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-04-2021, 01:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 908
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Carl, you don't ever need to open your Low Point...

Carl, you don't ever need to open your Low Point Drains, unless Winterizing your trailer. Water (negligible) in the plumbing between summer weekends, or vacations will not go foul, if you had...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-04-2021, 12:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 908
Posted By Sun_Seeker
That tube is to be used for when you Winterize...

That tube is to be used for when you Winterize your trailer...you would place that tube into the antifreeze jug, and it seems that that valve was not turned off, after they winterized. Also make sure...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-04-2021, 07:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 908
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Congrat's Carl...looks RIPPER! You will so...

Congrat's Carl...looks RIPPER! You will so totally enjoy this model, as well as all the benefits of the size and form factor. This T.T can go anywhere, and for the most frugal cost to get you to the...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-03-2021, 03:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 908
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Hello, again. My 2018 is also the red...and...

Hello, again. My 2018 is also the red...and actually, the wonderful shine is always there...but just under a layer of white film oxidation. Rub that out and off...and wam-oh...right back to that...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-01-2021, 04:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 908
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Thumbs up Also...

Also, I suggest that you get an A/C white cover to put over and protect your Dome of your rooftop A/C, to keep bugs and leaf litter out of and away from the heat exchanger core. Remember to always...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-01-2021, 04:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 908
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Duplicate

Duplicate
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 09-01-2021, 03:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 908
Posted By Sun_Seeker
I own a 2018, and the table can convert, but it...

I own a 2018, and the table can convert, but it is only for one adult, or two children 12 or under. Even so, you need to create a 2x4 frame that will site below the table, and support it when there...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-13-2021, 09:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,041
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Exclamation Good FYI, to know about vacuum created by...

Good FYI, to know about vacuum created by contraction of the bearings and grease well. Something most, including myself would not think of! Good FYI!

Cheers, and when I see a lot of trailers,...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-11-2021, 03:54 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,350
Posted By Sun_Seeker
That's some rig for sure...and I can't imagine...

That's some rig for sure...and I can't imagine what THAT TOWING BILL cost the owner(s)!!!!!
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-11-2021, 03:50 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,350
Posted By Sun_Seeker
I read your entire post, and your comments and...

I read your entire post, and your comments and opinions are all good, as is everybody else that contributed. As you say...we all are motivated by perhaps a different set of I need/I don't need. :)
...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-10-2021, 09:28 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,350
Posted By Sun_Seeker
I must say, and totally speaking, well, typing...

I must say, and totally speaking, well, typing the truth. I have been towing trailers for over 45 years, and I have never, never past any trailer, that was on its side..or completely destroyed due to...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-09-2021, 11:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,041
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Bearing Buddies and Grease Zerks....

...might not be such a good 'buddy' to you after all (smile)....:cool:

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I was picking up roof cleaning supplies at...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-06-2021, 08:21 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,350
Posted By Sun_Seeker
Things break down, but when you see that...

Things break down, but when you see that happening to what should be a most wonderful, relaxing and memory making event...to be on the side of the road with your motorhome on a hook...that look was...
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