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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-02-2024, 10:23 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,838
Posted By JLUSoCal
That's great - my door still needs me to go back...

That's great - my door still needs me to go back and remove the aluminum trim as others noted. My bottom lock won't move freely but I think that was on me as I bent the catch down due to the thicker...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-15-2024, 11:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 599
Posted By JLUSoCal
Regarding the latch, I have a 2017 29ve; you can...

Regarding the latch, I have a 2017 29ve; you can reach up in there and adjust it. If I recall, two Philips screws are holding onto the "latching" mechanism where the cable release is, you have to...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 01-08-2024, 04:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 599
Posted By JLUSoCal
I have a 2017 29ve. Did as you said the CHF and...

I have a 2017 29ve. Did as you said the CHF and that helped but I subsequently put on Koni's and Sumo Springs. Drives OK but as Createpart said, next step would be the rear roll bar - but I'm done...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-04-2024, 08:14 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,699
Posted By JLUSoCal
Congrats on your new to you motorhome. I have...

Congrats on your new to you motorhome. I have the same model for the past 3 years and love it - perfect for my wife and I.

I tow a Wrangler Unlimited at 5k pounds (the limit of the hitch). As...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 12-05-2023, 10:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 696
Posted By JLUSoCal
Found this by doing an image search on your pic -...

Found this by doing an image search on your pic -
...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-10-2023, 09:03 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 968
Posted By JLUSoCal
One last tidbit, I think I had to take off that...

One last tidbit, I think I had to take off that white metal "panel" that holds things like the water connections. Not completely but enough to get back in there. Those clamps and the orientation of...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-10-2023, 08:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 968
Posted By JLUSoCal
Been there done that - similar to what happened...

Been there done that - similar to what happened to you on my 2017 29ve. The rubber collar popped off, and I had to reach in and push it back onto the pipe.

For me, it was the crossover pipe...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-07-2023, 10:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 512
Posted By JLUSoCal
I've always found Crutchfield to be an excellent...

I've always found Crutchfield to be an excellent place to research and have bought a few things over the years.

https://www.crutchfield.com/car/outfitmycar/mycar.aspx?g=168550

I think this is...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-01-2023, 02:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 470
Posted By JLUSoCal
I have a 2017 29VE, no option for TPMS in those...

I have a 2017 29VE, no option for TPMS in those days.

I did the MUCH cheaper route on Amazon and happy to have added visibility and a few extra bucks in my wallet - I used this BUT do believe...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-27-2023, 08:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 885
Posted By JLUSoCal
I put on so few hours on the generator and engine...

I put on so few hours on the generator and engine that I do it once a year. I would do it every 5k miles for the engine (it's worked hard (V10)) and follow the recommendation of the generator...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-21-2023, 09:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 777
Posted By JLUSoCal
I have both a 29ve and Wrangler Unlimited but...

I have both a 29ve and Wrangler Unlimited but closer to 5k pounds.

No problems, I don't win any races, but not trying to. I've towed from SoCal to Oregon without any trouble. I know I was at...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-18-2023, 03:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 539
Posted By JLUSoCal
I've seen that on other motorhomes, my brother...

I've seen that on other motorhomes, my brother has that, and he bought a new FR3. I think in his case, it's the last of his VIN for helping them after it's made, probably?
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 08-08-2023, 11:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,131
Posted By JLUSoCal
My only additional recommendation would be to...

My only additional recommendation would be to spend a bit extra and specify Pure Sine Wave. I think it'll work since my RV has a modified sine wave but I'm getting ready to replace as electronics...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-01-2023, 05:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,838
Posted By JLUSoCal
Quality is every bit as good, if not better, than...

Quality is every bit as good, if not better, than the TriMark. I'm impressed, and for me too, it's great.

I have my RV parked on the side of the house and right outside my office (behind a fence...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-31-2023, 07:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,838
Posted By JLUSoCal
Ah, I did see those in there, and you're right...

Ah, I did see those in there, and you're right they did make it thicker. If I have trouble, I'll look into pulling them out.

Thanks, makes more sense now as to what you were referring to.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-31-2023, 05:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,838
Posted By JLUSoCal
I have the RV Lock Atlas on my 2017 29ve. ...

I have the RV Lock Atlas on my 2017 29ve.

The door is indeed "too thick" to work. I, however, determined a way around that and had to bend the internal plate that makes the outside handle...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-28-2023, 02:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 514
Posted By JLUSoCal
I've thought of doing the same - it's pointed to...

I've thought of doing the same - it's pointed to see the bumper in view, but when towing, you see just the hood of what you tow - at least in my case.

Maybe spray some penetrating oil and let...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-30-2023, 03:19 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 381
Posted By JLUSoCal
Before I added 2 volt meter / QC 3.0 chargers to...

Before I added 2 volt meter / QC 3.0 chargers to the console I did just what you suggested then...

https://a.co/d/4WgvX6w

The driver's side is the chassis battery, and the passenger side is the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-26-2023, 03:18 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,037
Posted By JLUSoCal
I think the difference between the two plumbing...

I think the difference between the two plumbing diagrams is the small tank in the first diagram is actually the outside kitchen. It shows the extra drain that is actually pumped out. I would think...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-26-2023, 10:31 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,037
Posted By JLUSoCal
It's the serial number on the yellow sticker...

It's the serial number on the yellow sticker above the drivers side arm rest on the wall.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-20-2023, 09:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 335
Posted By JLUSoCal
https://www.winnieowners.com/forums/members/226309...

https://www.winnieowners.com/forums/members/226309-albums274-picture3475.jpg

There is room there - that picture shows it to the right of the opening and I also looked in after pulling the monitor...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-06-2023, 07:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,373
Posted By JLUSoCal
That's an interesting solution to remove the KE...

That's an interesting solution to remove the KE wire. I have Lithium and solar and I don't care to have it charge sometimes as I know at my destination I might not need. For instance, if I'm just...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-12-2023, 11:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,230
Posted By JLUSoCal
Nice on the Montezuma grade - been up and down...

Nice on the Montezuma grade - been up and down that quite a bit (I'm in O'side and grew up here riding dirt bikes and now that I've hung that up back to Jeeps :).

If you see a Red JLU and a 29Ve...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-12-2023, 10:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,230
Posted By JLUSoCal
We tow a much heavier Wrangler JL Unlimited, and...

We tow a much heavier Wrangler JL Unlimited, and while I know it's back there - very doable. My mileage drops .5-1 MPG,is and my hill climbs are a bit slower as is everything else - acceleration,...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 04-04-2023, 01:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,536
Posted By JLUSoCal
The other item that can set those off is gas...

The other item that can set those off is gas leaking (Ammonia, I think) from a dying propane fridge. It happened to me and was expensive to replace. For me it was noticeable when the fridge was...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-27-2023, 10:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 724
Posted By JLUSoCal
I too was annoyed by the backlight and great...

I too was annoyed by the backlight and great solution! There's a trick to turn off the backlight BUT if it's charging I think it always pulses light.
Forum: Welcome Mat 03-21-2023, 02:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,584
Posted By JLUSoCal
Towing does create more "tail wagging the dog" so...

Towing does create more "tail wagging the dog" so yes I added sumo front and rear to help stabilize the whole coach a bit. I also "tightened" up the front sway bar using something called CHF but...
Forum: Welcome Mat 03-21-2023, 11:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,584
Posted By JLUSoCal
Good morning Bachs Mom - I have a 2017 29ve and...

Good morning Bachs Mom - I have a 2017 29ve and when loaded for an extended trip last summer we were right at our capacity (100 lbs shy of max) and towing a Jeep Wrangler at 5000 lbs putting us at...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 02-21-2023, 08:41 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,981
Posted By JLUSoCal
When I had my 29-foot Itasca Spirit on the...

When I had my 29-foot Itasca Spirit on the E-Superduty Chassis (97 but equivalent to the E-450 Class C) - I had a 3500 lb hitch - I took it to a welder in town that does tow bars, hitches, etc. He...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-19-2023, 03:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,532
Posted By JLUSoCal
Yes to both - I put the latches and an extra...

Yes to both - I put the latches and an extra "magnetic latch" at the top to ensure it didn't open while driving.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-08-2023, 09:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 750
Posted By JLUSoCal
@cloo - what "compartment" is that - driver's...

@cloo - what "compartment" is that - driver's side behind the propane? Or is it the passenger side in front of the rear dualies? My compartments looks a bit different BUT I think where you have the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-08-2023, 09:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 750
Posted By JLUSoCal
Nice I have similar - 4x180 watt panels on my...

Nice I have similar - 4x180 watt panels on my 2017 29ve w/ 2 lion energy batteries replacing my original deep cycle(?) batteries - your setup is much more "refined". Nice to be able to boondock - is...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-03-2023, 12:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,532
Posted By JLUSoCal
One will do "each" of the cabinets - ALCAN - on...

One will do "each" of the cabinets - ALCAN - on my bucket list.

I elected to leave the bottom one alone - we put our Keurig under there and not much more - can't fit that if I added sliding...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-03-2023, 11:33 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,532
Posted By JLUSoCal
I use the "black" pans to keep things from moving...

I use the "black" pans to keep things from moving too much. And one time, something leaked, so it contained the spill (win/win). The only tricky part was getting it to stay closed - if fully...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-03-2023, 11:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,532
Posted By JLUSoCal
Some pics - basically, you have to remove the...

Some pics - basically, you have to remove the door, attach the slides/shelves, then reattach the door - took an hour if I recall. I only did the top; the bottom I use for items that wouldn't fit on...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-30-2023, 01:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,457
Posted By JLUSoCal
One more thing, @venner5 - you might want to look...

One more thing, @venner5 - you might want to look at some other forums like IRV2, a sister site to this one that has many more brands that ride on the same tires as us.

It's quite a lot to take...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-30-2023, 12:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 501
Posted By JLUSoCal
You have the F53 chassis and you'll need to find...

You have the F53 chassis and you'll need to find your GVWR as well for the model of F53 fitment.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-30-2023, 12:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,457
Posted By JLUSoCal
Following - I have the same need on my 29ve,...

Following - I have the same need on my 29ve, about time to replace, and costs are outrageously high.

I've looked at what I would consider 2nd tier tires like these as well -...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-28-2023, 02:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,532
Posted By JLUSoCal
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00H45N1K0/ref...

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00H45N1K0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1

I can't recall all the details and not my original idea but this fit my 2017 29ve perfectly. I use...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-28-2023, 02:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,532
Posted By JLUSoCal
I did the rev a shelf upgrade - let me see if I...

I did the rev a shelf upgrade - let me see if I can find the part number.
Forum: Welcome Mat 01-24-2023, 09:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 907
Posted By JLUSoCal
https://www.google.com/search?q=hood+latch&sitesea...

https://www.google.com/search?q=hood+latch&sitesearch=winnieowners.com#imgrc=LCKlG9uh0oWBHM

It's the front fiberglass piece that has the keyed "latches."

The metal brackets hold the front...
Forum: Welcome Mat 01-24-2023, 08:50 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 907
Posted By JLUSoCal
Congratulations - enjoy the new adventures. ...

Congratulations - enjoy the new adventures. Agree with dkoldman - check the front hood mounts and I'd put a safety strap on them so IF they come loose down the road you'll be able to retain the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-30-2022, 09:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,965
Posted By JLUSoCal
Ditto on my full wall slide - on mine, I can see...

Ditto on my full wall slide - on mine, I can see that the seal still "seals" so I've always felt it was OK.

Mine is a 2017 29ve that I bought used and I do the slide hold button technique that...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-06-2022, 01:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 758
Posted By JLUSoCal
I'd hold the cashier's check till after I did the...

I'd hold the cashier's check till after I did the full inspection of the unit and signing on the dotted line for delivery.

Enjoy - I have that model in the first year it came out and enjoy it. ...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 12-05-2022, 08:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,702
Posted By JLUSoCal
I do like the Mor/ryde above and think that's...

I do like the Mor/ryde above and think that's what is used for the outside TV. Definitely built more rugged.

The less expensive mount did great going down the road - I didn't see any movement...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-30-2022, 12:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 565
Posted By JLUSoCal
@monytaker - Pic of the Recpro that fits...

@monytaker -

Pic of the Recpro that fits perfect in that spot -

I think it's their 66 inch version (maybe 67) but fits like a glove.

I did put a sheet of plywood down painted black to...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 11-30-2022, 10:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,702
Posted By JLUSoCal
Wall Mount Pics 29ve

Here are some Pics for the post above.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 11-30-2022, 10:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,702
Posted By JLUSoCal
@monytaker, I just finished that project...

@monytaker,

I just finished that project with the same 2017 Vista 29ve. We upgraded the couch to Recpro theater seating and wanted to tilt the TV away from the wall and more angled toward that...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 11-29-2022, 04:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 684
Posted By JLUSoCal
Nice, yes, it's interesting to see that much...

Nice, yes, it's interesting to see that much water in the valley. Back in the day (OK, 30 or so years ago), you used to be able to take that up the hill to a town called Anza.

The roads you took...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-29-2022, 11:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 609
Posted By JLUSoCal
Agree went with Recpro theater seats and very...

Agree went with Recpro theater seats and very happy.
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