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Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-05-2024, 08:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 370
Posted By Bones2003
This is a very common problem on the Ford chassis...

This is a very common problem on the Ford chassis with the V8 engine. Here is a link with 15 pages of comments on the subject on the IRV2 forum. In there, you can find references to fixes and Ford...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-27-2024, 01:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 238
Posted By Bones2003
Also, each end of the rubber strip is held with a...

Also, each end of the rubber strip is held with a screw and washer. You have to remove the two vertical side trim pieces to access them. I don't think you can work on it from the roof - you will...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-27-2024, 01:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 238
Posted By Bones2003
As I recall, that rubber strip is shaped like a...

As I recall, that rubber strip is shaped like a T. From the outside, you look at the top of the T. The leg of the T press fits into a U shaped plastic channel above the windshield. The channel is...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-25-2024, 10:31 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 926
Posted By Bones2003
Per the original post, it appears to be a bulge...

Per the original post, it appears to be a bulge in the rear wall that runs horizontal at about the same level as the RV furnace location. I made a copy of Creativeparts' photo and highlighted the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-17-2024, 12:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 213
Posted By Bones2003
Not sure if this will help but on my 2003 Sunova,...

Not sure if this will help but on my 2003 Sunova, the part of the dash with the instrument cluster, radio, and heat/AC/vent controls was attached to the main dash with only a piano hinge on the back....
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-06-2024, 08:55 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 416
Posted By Bones2003
Replacing toilet flange on 2021 Vista???

I need to replace the toilet flange on my 2021 Vista. From the online drawings, the flange is glued into a short piece of 3" black drain pipe. That pipe is inserted into a rubber holding tank...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-27-2023, 07:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 441
Posted By Bones2003
Replacement vent covers seem to be readily...

Replacement vent covers seem to be readily available online. Search for "RV Refrigerator Vent Cover". There are many different styles and sizes so you might have to take some measurements to know...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 10-27-2023, 07:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 574
Posted By Bones2003
I had a 2003 Winnebago Itasca Sunova 30B which I...

I had a 2003 Winnebago Itasca Sunova 30B which I think is very similar to the Sightseer 30B. On mine, I could remove the drawers from under the closet next to the bed and had just enough room to get...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-27-2023, 07:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 762
Posted By Bones2003
It looks like there is a label on the tank in...

It looks like there is a label on the tank in your first photo that may give you a part number.
I think there is a pickup tube with a strainer inside the tank that goes to the pump. The pump draws...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 10-26-2023, 07:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 574
Posted By Bones2003
Frequently those symptoms are caused by a...

Frequently those symptoms are caused by a plugged/defective check valve. For that age RV, Winnebago typically used two check valves. One on the output of the water heater and one on the input. They...
Forum: Forum Admin | News | Member Concerns 09-11-2023, 07:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 365
Posted By Bones2003
Yeah, I've really scaled back my use of this...

Yeah, I've really scaled back my use of this forum because of the constant and annoying video ads. I can handle static (non video) ads but the constant repetitive motion of the video ads is too much.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-03-2023, 09:37 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 459
Posted By Bones2003
We are pretty happy with our 2021 Vista 35U. ...

We are pretty happy with our 2021 Vista 35U. That was the first year for the Ford V8 engine. We like the engine and chassis very much but Ford and Winnebago had a few issues.

1) Defective spark...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-31-2023, 08:50 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 888
Posted By Bones2003
Upinsmoke, Let us know how the replacement goes. ...

Upinsmoke, Let us know how the replacement goes. It seems like the jack system is under high pressure to keep the jacks up in the retract position and under high pressure to keep the jacks down in...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-09-2023, 09:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,242
Posted By Bones2003
If you have an inverter, do those outlets work...

If you have an inverter, do those outlets work when powered by the inverter. Check this when not connected to the generator or shore power. There is a GFCI on the inverter and possibly an inverter...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-09-2023, 09:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,242
Posted By Bones2003
Here is a link to the wiring diagrams. ...

Here is a link to the wiring diagrams. https://www.winnebago.com/Files/Files/Winnebago/Resources/Diagram/Wiring.htm

Note that it may depend on your serial number, manufacturing date, and/or your...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-07-2023, 10:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,242
Posted By Bones2003
The first step would be to check the 120 Volt...

The first step would be to check the 120 Volt circuit breakers by first turning them off and then back on. On my Vista, these breakers are located in a panel by the entry steps. The second step is...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-05-2023, 01:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,033
Posted By Bones2003
Okay, I was finally able to look and there are no...

Okay, I was finally able to look and there are no access panels by the rear wheels or under the RV in the area of the black tank valve. Perhaps if I remove the white panel in the picture below I...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-01-2023, 12:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 997
Posted By Bones2003
Creativepart, Actually the Ford F53 maintenance...

Creativepart,
Actually the Ford F53 maintenance schedule calls for replacing the brake fluid every 3 years. Good time to inspect the brakes at that point.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-01-2023, 12:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 997
Posted By Bones2003
Clyncher, Who did you call to do the brake...

Clyncher,
Who did you call to do the brake inspection? I just had my oil changed at a Ford truck center. Included in the price for the oil change was a brake, tire, and chassis battery inspection.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-29-2023, 07:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 325
Posted By Bones2003
I have read that some people have cut their power...

I have read that some people have cut their power cord and installed the male and female connectors that you mention. They did this so that they could plug in a portable surge protector and keep it...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-29-2023, 11:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,351
Posted By Bones2003
To use this generator with your Hike, do you just...

To use this generator with your Hike, do you just plug the main power cable from your camper into the generator or do you have it hardwired?
1)Does the generator work okay if you plug other things...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-22-2023, 06:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,499
Posted By Bones2003
Since it is brand new and under warranty, you...

Since it is brand new and under warranty, you might want to take it to the dealer for the chassis - not the Winnebago dealer. If that has the Ford V8 engine, you might be able to scroll through the...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-22-2023, 01:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,033
Posted By Bones2003
Ray, I won't have access to my RV for a couple of...

Ray, I won't have access to my RV for a couple of weeks. I will check it then and take photos if I find any access panels.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-21-2023, 06:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,033
Posted By Bones2003
Hi Ray, I have a 2021 Vista 35U which has about...

Hi Ray, I have a 2021 Vista 35U which has about the same layout with that black tank valve so I am very curious to hear how you finally access it. So please keep us posted! I haven't researched it...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-20-2023, 04:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 629
Posted By Bones2003
You might look at uni-grip.com and/or...

You might look at uni-grip.com and/or cleanseal.com. I've never used either of these.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-20-2023, 04:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,088
Posted By Bones2003
Have they checked to see if the vent on the roof...

Have they checked to see if the vent on the roof is clear and connected to the black tank? If it was plugged, I don't think the black tank would drain very well but that would depend on how the...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-20-2023, 01:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 538
Posted By Bones2003
Other things to consider are the fuel pump, fuel...

Other things to consider are the fuel pump, fuel pressure regulator, and vacuum leaks. On some of those model years the fuel pressure regulator was controlled by an engine vacuum line.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-09-2023, 10:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 593
Posted By Bones2003
Steve, it almost sounds like an intermittent...

Steve, it almost sounds like an intermittent electrical connection. Could be on the panel or with the wiring. I would take the new panel and ask to keep the old one.

Tim, these are external...
Forum: Welcome Mat 06-09-2023, 09:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 376
Posted By Bones2003
Hi Arwe, it may depend how crooked your drawer...

Hi Arwe, it may depend how crooked your drawer face is. I had one that was not too bad but annoyed me just the same. I was able to adjust the slides on both the cabinet and the sides of the drawer...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-31-2023, 07:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 597
Posted By Bones2003
JRF, it looks like the HDMI cables go direct to...

JRF, it looks like the HDMI cables go direct to the TV. But the component video signals in many configurations are routed through a video distribution splitter. Also keep in mind if you are not the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-05-2023, 08:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 508
Posted By Bones2003
Thanks for the tip. Bad and/or intermittent...

Thanks for the tip. Bad and/or intermittent electrical connections can be very hard to find. Some people go around once a year and tighten up every connection that they can find.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 05-03-2023, 10:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 722
Posted By Bones2003
In order to help, please provide the year, make,...

In order to help, please provide the year, make, and model of your RV plus the manufacturer and the model number of your furnaces, air conditioners, and heat pumps if any. This is good info to add...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-25-2023, 06:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 832
Posted By Bones2003
It seems like the spacing between the black part...

It seems like the spacing between the black part and the main arm is very tight in your photo. I recall on my 2003 that there was a bigger gap. Maybe the adjustment is off which caused the old one...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-26-2022, 06:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,130
Posted By Bones2003
Also be aware that previous owners may have made...

Also be aware that previous owners may have made changes without leaving you any good documentation.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 12-26-2022, 06:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,569
Posted By Bones2003
I can only speak about the Patriot brake system....

I can only speak about the Patriot brake system. I've had two of them now. For me, they seem to work well. If I brake the motorhome hard, the Patriot brakes the toad hard very quickly too. A soft...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-17-2022, 12:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 583
Posted By Bones2003
Broken tailpipe hanger

I discovered that the weld on the hanger for the tailpipe end piece had failed on my '21 Vista. This caused the tailpipe to no longer be supported and to bang around. The weld didn't actually...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-23-2022, 10:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 953
Posted By Bones2003
Regarding your Advance Trac System problem, check...

Regarding your Advance Trac System problem, check out this thread on IRV2. It is a well documented problem. IRV2 is a sister forum to this Winnie Owners forum.
...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-18-2022, 03:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 745
Posted By Bones2003
The owners manual says to put the manual...

The owners manual says to put the manual transmission into 1st gear, release the parking brake, and turn the ignition OFF. Perhaps the switch the garage mentioned is the electronic parking brake...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-18-2022, 11:44 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 355
Posted By Bones2003
We've been flat towing (dinghy towing) for quite...

We've been flat towing (dinghy towing) for quite a few years and it is great. For the most part, we don't really notice the car is back there although it does make the RV more stable when big trucks...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-18-2022, 11:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 745
Posted By Bones2003
I think I am missing something. With the car on...

I think I am missing something. With the car on the dolly, everything should be turned OFF so there would only be minimal drain on the battery. Just like it was parked in your garage. You can only...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-15-2022, 08:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,478
Posted By Bones2003
The two wires are for the jacks Up/Down sensor. ...

The two wires are for the jacks Up/Down sensor. Hard to see in the photo but there are black plugs on the side of the jack near the top and the bottom for the hydraulic lines.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 11-14-2022, 06:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 846
Posted By Bones2003
I know it's a pain but can you remove the door...

I know it's a pain but can you remove the door and make the shelf adjustments then reinstall the door? On the old refrigerators, removing the door was not that hard. It would really be bad if you...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 11-10-2022, 02:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,099
Posted By Bones2003
Does the switch on the front of the cooktop that...

Does the switch on the front of the cooktop that turns the knob backlighting on and off make any difference? Seems to be a pretty simple circuit. +12V comes in and goes to the switch. From there...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-03-2022, 03:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,442
Posted By Bones2003
According to the Onan service manual for the...

According to the Onan service manual for the HGJBB generator, there are several things that could contribute to the generator frequency being slightly off. There is also a governor adjustment that...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-27-2022, 04:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,442
Posted By Bones2003
Also, if you turn the inverter power switch...

Also, if you turn the inverter power switch (located on the front of the inverter) to OFF, the generator power should just pass through the inverter transfer switch and provide power to all your...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-27-2022, 03:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,442
Posted By Bones2003
Does it work ok if you connect to shore power?

Does it work ok if you connect to shore power?
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-26-2022, 02:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 697
Posted By Bones2003
Look at your circuit breaker panel and see if the...

Look at your circuit breaker panel and see if the main breaker is 30A or 2 each at 50A.
Forum: Welcome Mat 10-26-2022, 10:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 942
Posted By Bones2003
Nice! The TV is in a great location and it looks...

Nice! The TV is in a great location and it looks like quite a bit of counter space in the kitchen too.
Forum: Welcome Mat 10-24-2022, 01:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 739
Posted By Bones2003
I think your results are the way it works...

I think your results are the way it works unfortunately. The best case would be that in the outside compartment next to the door, Winnebago installed an HDMI connector. So you might look for that -...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 10-24-2022, 09:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 646
Posted By Bones2003
As you've discovered, you can't easily slide the...

As you've discovered, you can't easily slide the new cover into the slots in the cross braces without cracking the new cover. There are two cross braces that run above and below the opening. There...
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