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Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-22-2023, 02:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,372
Posted By gurroz
What Eagle5 Said

The Minnie Winnie and Spirt are the exact same motorhome. The difference is upholstery and cabinet color options. The Outlook is bare bones no frills motorhome.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-21-2023, 04:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 951
Posted By gurroz
25B Compartment Measurements

I picked up our 25B from storage today. Leaving Monday for 5 months. The basement door on the passenger side is 50" wide and 20" tall. The well compartment is 45" long and 20' wide. We have a spare...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-16-2023, 02:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,115
Posted By gurroz
Dis you read my post

I have considered my cracks fixed for over 3 years. Yes, you can replace it at a substantial cost. Ours was a very cheap fix and nobody sees it except us when we take a shower. Do a search on...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-16-2023, 08:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,115
Posted By gurroz
We had the same issue in our unit 3 years ago. I...

We had the same issue in our unit 3 years ago. I drilled a hole at the end of the crack to prevent it from continuing to run. I then glued the crack, let it dry then, and place EternaBond tape over...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 04-16-2023, 08:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 951
Posted By gurroz
I have owned my 25B for 3 1/2 years. Like a lot...

I have owned my 25B for 3 1/2 years. Like a lot of folks on here, my rig is in storage and I cannot put a tape measurer to the doors. I can say a folded e-bike will not maneuver in the basement. The...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-19-2022, 06:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,214
Posted By gurroz
Powercat_res, thanks for the insight. I forgot an...

Powercat_res, thanks for the insight. I forgot an important one I did today, changed the batteries in the smoke alarms.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-19-2022, 08:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,214
Posted By gurroz
Preparing Minnie Winnie For 5 Month Trip

With all of our upgrades completed during fall and winter, now it is time for maintenance. One advantage to not having slides, electric steps, or hydraulic jacks is we don't have to maintain them. In...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-17-2022, 09:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,582
Posted By gurroz
Wyatt, thanks for the clarification. I viewed the...

Wyatt, thanks for the clarification. I viewed the video I posted over a year ago. It seemed like they struggled with the installation, however, beer may have been involved.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-17-2022, 06:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,582
Posted By gurroz
I watched a YouTube video with Pappa Drew and...

I watched a YouTube video with Pappa Drew and JonesN2Travel replacing a door window. The Window was by Slim Shade. It has clear glass with a shade in between the panes. The video can be viewed here: ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-17-2022, 01:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 623
Posted By gurroz
Another thing to check is the oil level. Onan...

Another thing to check is the oil level. Onan generators have a low oil shut-off to prevent damage. Sometimes when the oil gets low they can take a bit longer to start. Also, as another poster said...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-14-2022, 05:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,774
Posted By gurroz
When I first started RVing in 2000, I was taught...

When I first started RVing in 2000, I was taught black first, then gray. I then learned to do a short pull on the gray tank for just a few seconds to make sure all the fittings are tight. Then do...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-13-2022, 06:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,774
Posted By gurroz
I prefer simplicity or the old adage keep it...

I prefer simplicity or the old adage keep it simple stupid (KISS), no disrespect. It seems like something else to go wrong. Good luck and safe travels with your new rig.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-09-2022, 05:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,977
Posted By gurroz
I went down the LiFePO4 rabbit hole in our Minnie...

I went down the LiFePO4 rabbit hole in our Minnie Winnie 25B. Some will say it is a drop-in replacement. It was to some degree. For the first season, we installed the LiFePO4 battery and the Victron...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 02-09-2022, 05:23 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 8,254
Posted By gurroz
It doesn't affect our destination, we go to the...

It doesn't affect our destination, we go to the areas we want to spend time in. Once there we just don't move much. When we move we only go a few miles probably less than 50 and explore that area. We...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 02-07-2022, 07:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,085
Posted By gurroz
Where do you plan on running this generator...

Where do you plan on running this generator overnight? I hope I'm not close by. There is camping etiquette, if you are not familiar with it you should be. If I were boondocking in the forest and...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-06-2022, 09:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 907
Posted By gurroz
When we were new, we loaded everything we had to...

When we were new, we loaded everything we had to have, then went to a CAT Scale. This gave us our baseline weight which showed we still had 350lbs to reach maximum capacity. We then started adding...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 01-30-2022, 09:09 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,602
Posted By gurroz
I don't think age has much to do with it. Dealers...

I don't think age has much to do with it. Dealers run batteries down to zero all the time, which will kill a battery. A lot of RV owners have no idea that drawing a battery below 50% state of charge...
Forum: Welcome Mat 01-29-2022, 04:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 858
Posted By gurroz
Welcome. Buy only what you absolutely need to go...

Welcome. Buy only what you absolutely need to go camping. For example, black hose fresh water hose, sewer drain hose etc... Then take short trips close to home to use as shakedown trips. If you go...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-29-2022, 09:45 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,585
Posted By gurroz
Yes, we use one of our Visible phones with...

Yes, we use one of our Visible phones with unlimited data as a hot spot. We have an Amazon Firestick ($35) on the TV. The TV is now an internet-connected device. If you are not aware Visible is a...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-29-2022, 08:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,585
Posted By gurroz
Why Not Just Stream?

I have not used satellite or cable at my house for 3 or 4 years, we just stream using YouTube TV. We stream on the road when traveling as well 5 months per year. It works great! All my wife's...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-21-2022, 05:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,903
Posted By gurroz
Sorry No Photos

Well, we completed the installation, but I cannot figure out how to add photos to this site. I had a 1000W pure sign inverter at the house that I decided to add at the same time. I went with the...
Forum: Welcome Mat 01-20-2022, 06:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 714
Posted By gurroz
Welcome and greetings from Gilbert, AZ.

Welcome and greetings from Gilbert, AZ.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-19-2022, 08:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 830
Posted By gurroz
If you go to YouTube and search RV Internet you...

If you go to YouTube and search RV Internet you will find numerous videos on the subject. I would probably focus on the ones that are 1 year old and newer. The mobile Internet Resource Center is the...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-15-2022, 07:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 974
Posted By gurroz
For years we carried the same Charbroil unit...

For years we carried the same Charbroil unit recommended by Morich. We also carried a Coleman stove. Two years ago we removed both items in favor of the Blackstone. The 17" Blackstone is the size of...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-13-2022, 07:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,098
Posted By gurroz
It's not so much about how many solar panels you...

It's not so much about how many solar panels you have, it's more about your battery pack. What type of batteries do you have? How many amp-hours total? You may be able to deploy additional portable...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 01-12-2022, 07:45 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,013
Posted By gurroz
Full Size Glass

Mine are full-size windows just like on any other Minnie Winnie. They are also glass! They look like the windows in my house.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-10-2022, 06:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,903
Posted By gurroz
My mobile RV tech who is also a heavy truck...

My mobile RV tech who is also a heavy truck mechanic is installing my Renogy DC to DC charger this Friday. I will try and post photos. I know he is going to mount it under the dinette bench located...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-06-2022, 01:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,515
Posted By gurroz
The value is not in the scrap metal. These are...

The value is not in the scrap metal. These are brand new catalytic converters. They will sell them to dishonest auto repair shops at a sharp discount. The auto repair shops will charge full price and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 01-03-2022, 06:53 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,371
Posted By gurroz
I realized I did not answer the question. Here is...

I realized I did not answer the question. Here is the specific model:

Viair 40047: 400P-Rv Automatic Portable Compressor Kit (12V, 33% Duty, 40 Min. @ 30 Psi) - current price $349.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 01-01-2022, 09:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,371
Posted By gurroz
I have used the Viair for the past two years and...

I have used the Viair for the past two years and have been very satisfied.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-31-2021, 08:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 798
Posted By gurroz
You did not mention if you are staying in a...

You did not mention if you are staying in a campground or boondocking. If you have hookups, electric and water, I would split the stay. I would run half the trip plugged into utilities and the other...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 12-29-2021, 08:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,595
Posted By gurroz
paof6, We installed one Ohmmu group 31 156ah...

paof6, We installed one Ohmmu group 31 156ah battery under the steps. If you are not familiar with Ohmmu, they make Tesla replacement batteries. We replaced the original two FLA 75ah batteries. We...
Forum: Welcome Mat 12-29-2021, 08:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 743
Posted By gurroz
Bigger Is Not Always Better

We started with a 38' fifth wheel with 4 slides. Then downsized to a 34' Super C with a full wall slide and finally to the Minnie Winnie 25B. This has been the most enjoyable rig we have owned. We...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-29-2021, 07:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,709
Posted By gurroz
Bob, my concern would be generator maintenance. I...

Bob, my concern would be generator maintenance. I go to storage once a month to start the gen and put it under load for 30 to 60 minutes. The gen charges the batteries more than enough to replace any...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 12-19-2021, 09:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,121
Posted By gurroz
Regardless of color, no RV AC unit will keep you...

Regardless of color, no RV AC unit will keep you cool in the summers in Arizona. Most AC units will cool about 20 degrees so, if it's 115 outside it's going to be 95 inside.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 11-22-2021, 08:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,013
Posted By gurroz
My feelings exactly.

My feelings exactly.
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 11-22-2021, 07:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,300
Posted By gurroz
It has been my experience anytime you get by...

It has been my experience anytime you get by water early reservations are highly encouraged. We just made reservations in Port Aransas, TX for July and August 2022. There are plenty of places to dry...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-16-2021, 08:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,155
Posted By gurroz
I agree with Morich. We use the Ezee TPMS and...

I agree with Morich. We use the Ezee TPMS and notice the pressure varies. It will increase when the temperatures go up and when climbing in altitude. The TPMS also monitors tire temperature which is...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 11-16-2021, 08:35 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,563
Posted By gurroz
We have used Verizon since the mid 90's. Back...

We have used Verizon since the mid 90's. Back then cell phones were in a bag, then went to a brick, then a large handheld, then a flip, and finally a smart phone. About 1.5 years ago I watched...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 10-22-2021, 08:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,595
Posted By gurroz
We love our 25B. We travel in it five months out...

We love our 25B. We travel in it five months out of the year. Great for the two of us. We do boondock a lot. Converted to Lithium and solar.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-21-2021, 08:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 907
Posted By gurroz
I installed Ohmmu lithium batteries last year and...

I installed Ohmmu lithium batteries last year and have been very satisfied. They have been selling Tesla batteries since 2015. Their group 31 battery is 150ah v Battleborn 100ah. You can do a Google...
Forum: Welcome Mat 09-23-2021, 10:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 763
Posted By gurroz
We paid $600 for their top-of-the-line product....

We paid $600 for their top-of-the-line product. My wife likes a soft mattress. We no longer need a mattress topper. The original mattress was 54" X 80". We ordered ours 53" X 80" so it is easier to...
Forum: Welcome Mat 09-21-2021, 03:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 763
Posted By gurroz
Corner Mattress Replacement

We relaced our corner bed on our 25B. We used Mattress Insider. Custom made, several options to choose from.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 07-23-2021, 07:38 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,615
Posted By gurroz
With the price of lithium batteries coming down I...

With the price of lithium batteries coming down I would go lithium. Like lead-acid batteries, you can only draw down the AGM battery to 50% state of charge. With lithium, you will add usable amp...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 07-06-2021, 02:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,269
Posted By gurroz
Your post prompted me to run a NADA price on our...

Your post prompted me to run a NADA price on our 2016 MW 25B. We purchased ours in December 2019 with 7,800 miles on it. At that time the NADA price was 45K. I ran it today with 12,500 miles on it...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-30-2021, 08:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 622
Posted By gurroz
On my older RV's I was able to take a 5 gallon...

On my older RV's I was able to take a 5 gallon container and pour the water into the fresh water tank when boondocking. On our 2016 MW 25B the water fill requires pressure to fill. We purchased a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-27-2021, 10:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,990
Posted By gurroz
We are minimalists in our needs. The battery box...

We are minimalists in our needs. The battery box under the steps only allows for two group 27 batteries (75AH each.) With lead acid batteries you should only drain them down 50% so, two 75AH equals...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-26-2021, 09:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 735
Posted By gurroz
We installed the oxygenics shower head on our...

We installed the oxygenics shower head on our 2016 25B and still use the original cradel. It works just fine.
Forum: Welcome Mat 06-25-2021, 09:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 863
Posted By gurroz
Over the years we downsized from a 38' fiver, to...

Over the years we downsized from a 38' fiver, to a 34' Super C, to a 2016 MW 25B. We love not having slides, auto steps, and auto levelers. Go to Harbor Freight and purchase a trash picker stick....
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 06-25-2021, 07:38 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,098
Posted By gurroz
We travel 5 months per year. Last year we used...

We travel 5 months per year. Last year we used our Verizon phones and our SureCall cell booster. The cell booster generally adds about 1 extra bar. It can be the difference between having usable...
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