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Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-15-2023, 07:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 453
Posted By CarpeDiem
Thanks! When I searched google the part number...

Thanks!
When I searched google the part number didn’t return anything. Then tried Winnebago sealant and it came back primarily with Dicor. Probably due to my own operator defect.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-14-2023, 03:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 453
Posted By CarpeDiem
Roof sealant question 2020 Sunstar 29VE

I need to do some repair on my roof. This is Winnebago’s part number,
342414-01-CHT ROOF SEALANT-SELF LEVELING. I am not near a Winnebago dealer so I’m wondering is there any suitable substitute...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-27-2023, 07:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 657
Posted By CarpeDiem
We are what will apparently be the southern edge...

We are what will apparently be the southern edge of the storm, north and somewhat east of Orlando. I’m hoping we won’t be told to leave.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-27-2023, 07:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 657
Posted By CarpeDiem
We have “stated value & contents) so I’m not...

We have “stated value & contents) so I’m not overly concerned about the money (just all the inconvenience). But your advice is sound. My thoughts were more aligned with where would be the best place...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-27-2023, 06:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 657
Posted By CarpeDiem
Hurricane Advice for Camp Hosts in FL

There is a small chance we may have to evacuate from a state park in Florida where we are Camp Hosts. There are a couple different scenarios. Of course, one would be pack up everything and go. But...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 07-29-2023, 02:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 702
Posted By CarpeDiem
Smile As I’m sure you know, thoughtless is...

As I’m sure you know, thoughtless is multigenerational. I sure do love the smell & taste of my morning coffee.
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 07-28-2023, 02:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 702
Posted By CarpeDiem
We camp exclusively at State Parks. Although I...

We camp exclusively at State Parks. Although I completely agree with you, I’m not talking about trash so much as people thinking it’s ok or a good idea to toss their compostable stuff in the woods.
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 07-28-2023, 01:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 702
Posted By CarpeDiem
Other People’s Trash

I am disappointed in campers who leave discarded food around their sites. I suspect the faulty logic goes like this. It is food for animals (Don’t feed the wildlife even after you leave)) or it will...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 07-15-2023, 06:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,135
Posted By CarpeDiem
Should have included the link. ...

Should have included the link.

https://koolrv.com/
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 07-15-2023, 03:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,135
Posted By CarpeDiem
Have you tried KoolRV brand A/C mods?

In the Winnie Owners Newletter I saw an article about a product called KoolRV. It appears to attach at the ductwork. Claims to improve the efficiency of the A/C. The article was written by a...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-25-2023, 12:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 739
Posted By CarpeDiem
Yes you can get to both the fridge and bathroom...

Yes you can get to both the fridge and bathroom with the slide in. It’s a little tight but not a problem. I definitely have a dad bod and I’m fine with it.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-06-2023, 01:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 458
Posted By CarpeDiem
Thanks for that suggestion. Everything seems to...

Thanks for that suggestion. Everything seems to be in order, however I’m trying to track down a magnet strong enough to test with.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-06-2023, 09:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 458
Posted By CarpeDiem
“Different” Kwikee step issue

We camp host at state parks around the southeast. When we left our last site after 4 months in the same spot the steps would not retract. I sprayed the gears and joints and they retracted. We get to...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 04-24-2023, 07:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,121
Posted By CarpeDiem
Update

An update on my original post from November 2021. I never did try to do the math that was helpfully suggested. We have been using the extension since then with no problem. The only thing I’ve done is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-19-2023, 02:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 448
Posted By CarpeDiem
Thanks for the input. As usual, great advice.

Thanks for the input. As usual, great advice.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-18-2023, 09:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 448
Posted By CarpeDiem
Upgrade Weboost?

We have a Weboost 47210 purchased in August 2020. I see there are newer models. I can’t find a good comparison site. What would be the advantages of upgrading and which one would you get?
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-01-2023, 04:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,089
Posted By CarpeDiem
It is basically the same as the 29VE. I don’t...

It is basically the same as the 29VE. I don’t like where they moved the television, it eliminated some storage. But I think the batwing is a cool new feature.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-23-2023, 06:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,056
Posted By CarpeDiem
Our 29VE has two a/c units and is 50 amp. I have...

Our 29VE has two a/c units and is 50 amp. I have only “had to” run the generator twice and didn’t need to use 2nd a/c but I’m sure it would have run both. We have 2 small space heaters and almost...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 11-08-2022, 11:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 791
Posted By CarpeDiem
I agree, with one exception. The exercise bike is...

I agree, with one exception. The exercise bike is a great place to hang clothes.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 11-08-2022, 10:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 791
Posted By CarpeDiem
Use it all the time. Thanks!

Use it all the time. Thanks!
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 11-07-2022, 01:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 791
Posted By CarpeDiem
Lucky A/C fix

This morning the front A/C unit would not come on. No fan, but the heater worked. So we are concerned as you would be too. I spent a couple hours researching with little to show for it. Decided to...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-02-2022, 11:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 922
Posted By CarpeDiem
Good idea.

Good idea.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-01-2022, 04:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 922
Posted By CarpeDiem
I’m leaning toward staples. I think I’ll call...

I’m leaning toward staples. I think I’ll call Winnebago and see if I can get the wallpaper. If so I think I’d replace that section and re-paper the whole back wall. (When it’s time to sell, because...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-01-2022, 11:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 922
Posted By CarpeDiem
Sure, thanks! The top of the taillight assembly...

Sure, thanks! The top of the taillight assembly is approximately 18” below where those spots are showing.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-01-2022, 09:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 922
Posted By CarpeDiem
Any possibility besides water leak?

Noticed what looks like nails poking out at a place when I don’t think anything should be. I think I had some water coming in at the taillight about two feet below this place that I resealed a couple...
Forum: Welcome Mat 08-27-2022, 06:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 748
Posted By CarpeDiem
It’s a great lifestyle, enjoy. We all have a lot...

It’s a great lifestyle, enjoy. We all have a lot to learn.
Forum: Welcome Mat 08-27-2022, 06:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 553
Posted By CarpeDiem
Welcome and enjoy.

Welcome and enjoy.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-24-2022, 09:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 755
Posted By CarpeDiem
Lots of great advice. I checked all those things....

Lots of great advice. I checked all those things. Naturally it started fine and stayed on each time. I guess I’ll keep an eye on it and let it go for now. Maybe I’ll go outside and watch for gremlins...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-21-2022, 03:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 755
Posted By CarpeDiem
It is a Suburban SWD6D. I too am a fan of...

It is a Suburban SWD6D.
I too am a fan of actual facts and blowing up!
I appreciate any words of wisdom.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-21-2022, 11:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 755
Posted By CarpeDiem
Water heater issue

I don’t know if this is an issue or not, but I have always had trouble lighting the propane water heater. When I flip up the switch the pilot light comes on then goes out. (Normal operation). The the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-10-2022, 01:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 759
Posted By CarpeDiem
We were not happy with the sound through the tv...

We were not happy with the sound through the tv on ours, so I installed a sound bar and secured it to the top of the tv. I’ll bet that the previous owner did something similar and removed it. You...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-05-2022, 06:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 763
Posted By CarpeDiem
Thanks for that. Too late to take it apart...

Thanks for that. Too late to take it apart tonight, I’ll post after I pull the taillight off.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-05-2022, 05:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 763
Posted By CarpeDiem
What’s happening to this wall?

The pictures are of the left rear corner of the Rv. Not sure how long it’s looked like this but we just recently noticed it. We had the dehumidifier there for a couple months but moved it after we...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 08-04-2022, 05:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,451
Posted By CarpeDiem
Excellent idea. Just looking for an easy fix as...

Excellent idea. Just looking for an easy fix as electrical is my weakest area. We are full time and go to State Parks in Florida, Georgia & South Carolina for work camping 3 or 4 months at at time.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 08-04-2022, 03:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,451
Posted By CarpeDiem
Fridge Struggling

We are full time in the south. When the sun hits the side where the fridge sits, of course the fridge struggles. So I taped some reflextics in the area shown. It actually dropped the temp 3 or 4...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-22-2022, 05:16 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,143
Posted By CarpeDiem
Not too much info yet, but an excellent idea!...

Not too much info yet, but an excellent idea! Thanks for posting.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 07-11-2022, 01:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 765
Posted By CarpeDiem
That isn’t something I considered. I haven’t...

That isn’t something I considered. I haven’t investigated too much yet, but I did see a Furrion built in that operates on 110. I’m guessing there are more that one and of course have to check reviews...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 07-09-2022, 05:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 765
Posted By CarpeDiem
Replace gas oven with electric

We are full timers and spend 95% of our time hosting at state parks in the southeast. So we are always hooked to shore power. We are thinking about swapping the gas oven and range for electric oven...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-09-2022, 02:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,147
Posted By CarpeDiem
I have some too. They’re great.

I have some too. They’re great.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-25-2022, 09:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,626
Posted By CarpeDiem
You are correct, if it says “no open recalls” it...

You are correct, if it says “no open recalls” it was either done or not in the recall. If you look up the recall online it will show the range of vin numbers included. If yours falls inside those...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-12-2022, 04:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 944
Posted By CarpeDiem
We bought our Winnebago from La Mesa in Sanford...

We bought our Winnebago from La Mesa in Sanford and have been very pleased with them. I don’t know if that will translate to good service for you but I hope so.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-04-2022, 11:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 767
Posted By CarpeDiem
It’s an LED, replaced the whole light. Just...

It’s an LED, replaced the whole light. Just showing what I found. There is plenty of wire coming out of the ceiling. Thanks.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-04-2022, 11:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 767
Posted By CarpeDiem
My explanation wasn’t very good. The damaged wire...

My explanation wasn’t very good. The damaged wire is part of the OEM light. The coach wiring is fine.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-04-2022, 10:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 767
Posted By CarpeDiem
Drilled through wire

I was changing a light that started going bad. Found this wire drilled through.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-13-2022, 03:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,574
Posted By CarpeDiem
Slides in, always.

Slides in, always.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 03-07-2022, 05:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 663
Posted By CarpeDiem
Could be fixed

I asked the same question on a different site and the response I received may have fixed the problem. I post it here so if others have an issue it’s something to try.

I had tried turning the...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 03-03-2022, 11:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 663
Posted By CarpeDiem
Norcold Issue On Shore Power

I have a Norcold fridge in my 2020 29VE. On shore power it is flashing an error code 1. According to the manual that is a problem with the AC heater. It is working fine on propane. The manual says...
Forum: Welcome Mat 02-09-2022, 06:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 841
Posted By CarpeDiem
Welcome home, we love our 29VE.

Welcome home, we love our 29VE.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-28-2022, 09:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 929
Posted By CarpeDiem
Thanks for the help, fixed.

Thanks for the help, fixed.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-26-2022, 07:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 929
Posted By CarpeDiem
Good advice. It’s 9:45 pm here. I will check...

Good advice. It’s 9:45 pm here. I will check that in the morning.
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