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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-30-2012, 10:54 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 13,418
Posted By j griff
Bugs512 No - I switched early at about 14000...

Bugs512
No - I switched early at about 14000 miles - the high iron and copper readings have been with me since the first report. I started the sampling at first change because the chassis sat for...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-30-2012, 10:25 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 13,418
Posted By j griff
Hertzair, Welcome - we have a 2005 33V...

Hertzair,
Welcome - we have a 2005 33V Adventurer and have been more than happy with it - we have only a few major problems. I am tracking a potential oil problem of very high iron and copper...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-19-2011, 07:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,868
Posted By j griff
Final update. Turns out there are four...

Final update. Turns out there are four connectors between the Thermostat and the furnace - NOT the two shown in the wiring diagrams. Long story short - not a lot of help from Winnebago Tech Support...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-19-2011, 07:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,450
Posted By j griff
Chuck 1935 You have had better results with...

Chuck 1935
You have had better results with Winnebago Tech than we just had in traceing wiring for a furnace problem. The wiring diagrams showed two connectors between the thermostat and the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-17-2011, 09:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,868
Posted By j griff
Update - first of all thank you to those who...

Update - first of all thank you to those who responded.
After conversations with Winnebago and others, the technician found a chaffed wire "in a channel", but only with the aid of a microscopic...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-16-2011, 12:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,868
Posted By j griff
Furnace ground issue

This may or may not be the right subject. I may have a more basic ground issue - I am not an electrican and have a poor understanding of electrical systems.
My problem surfaced when I was dry...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-02-2010, 03:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,165
Posted By j griff
When you see over-the-road tractor trailers...

When you see over-the-road tractor trailers convert to CNG you will know that there are enough service stations handling the stuff to warrant some thought re converting motor homes. The distribution...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-06-2009, 10:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,663
Posted By j griff
Duner, I've only put about 1200 miles on my...

Duner,
I've only put about 1200 miles on my coach since I had Ultrapower installed - I sure have not experienced the 10-15% increase in mileage that you speak of, and my reading of other posts...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-13-2008, 12:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,786
Posted By j griff
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">This time I was surprised to hear the pump going on and on and see the five...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 10-28-2008, 04:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,861
Posted By j griff
I'm not aware of any "model" specific clubs...

I'm not aware of any "model" specific clubs within WIT (Winnebago Itasca Travelers). I would think it would be difficult to gather many folks into such a club. Our Gateway Winnies WIT Chapter has a...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-25-2008, 11:28 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,316
Posted By j griff
I too have not been locked out - but we also...

I too have not been locked out - but we also bought a Master Lock Box this is opened by combination and has room for 3 keys. It is very heavy duty and is installed in the engine compartment on a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-27-2008, 07:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,510
Posted By j griff
Rockhouse, Many of us think they are more than...

Rockhouse,
Many of us think they are more than worth while and have them. You will find a large number of posts if you search using "surge guard" or "progressive power protection".
Good luck
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-31-2008, 01:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,096
Posted By j griff
I'm sure most of you know that the dash "Avg MPG"...

I'm sure most of you know that the dash "Avg MPG" readout is for the last 50 miles only. I have alwys computed my gas mileage = on all vehicles = the old fashioned way. I always fill my tank to the...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 07-20-2008, 12:45 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 15,547
Posted By j griff
Driver, So sorry to hear of your lightning...

Driver,
So sorry to hear of your lightning strike incident. We are on grounds but our wi-fi has been almost unuseable and haven't caught up with IRV-2 events till this afternoon. Let me know...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 07-03-2008, 12:48 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 23,040
Posted By j griff
Glenda, Is there a list available of those who...

Glenda,
Is there a list available of those who have said they are attending - and if so how does one obtain a copy. Thanks for all your work on this. Will see you there.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-05-2008, 05:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,994
Posted By j griff
jdsr, In response to your post, I forgot to...

jdsr,
In response to your post, I forgot to confirm that I do have basement air. Love it.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-05-2008, 05:18 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,994
Posted By j griff
jdsr, Yes - I'm sure of the 49 degree reading. ...

jdsr,
Yes - I'm sure of the 49 degree reading. I held the temp gun just under the vent with the IR red dot actually measuring temp inside the duct. I have checked the gun with several different...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-04-2008, 07:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,994
Posted By j griff
I had occasion to check out our basement air...

I had occasion to check out our basement air conditioning set-up today for the first time this year. Outside temp 90 degrees, inside coach temp about the same, depending on where measured. Started...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-30-2008, 11:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,265
Posted By j griff
jdsr, If you are a contortionist you may be...

jdsr,
If you are a contortionist you may be able to reach the separated sections of duct. On my Adventurer 33v the separation of the two sections was about three feet up from the elbow where the...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 05-04-2008, 08:03 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 23,040
Posted By j griff
We will be there and look forward to meeting many...

We will be there and look forward to meeting many of the familiar names.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 04-27-2008, 01:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,279
Posted By j griff
I have been using the Brake Buddy on our 04 CRV...

I have been using the Brake Buddy on our 04 CRV since it was new with no problem. Usually have the sensitivity set at the mid point and seldom have to make a stop that activates the CRV brakes. In...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-18-2008, 07:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,152
Posted By j griff
IBHIPRU2 First of all, welcome to the forum. ...

IBHIPRU2
First of all, welcome to the forum. You will find here a bunch of helpful folks who are interested in you and your RV.

Yes - you can use Dish Network with your Winegard Dish. My...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-29-2008, 10:24 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 116,668
Posted By j griff
The serial number required is the Winnebago...

The serial number required is the Winnebago number -- found on the data card on the drivers door. It is longer than 6 digits, but they just use the last five for this purpose.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 03-19-2008, 06:56 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 14,769
Posted By j griff
I agree with park ridge dave. The BH does a...

I agree with park ridge dave. The BH does a visual check of MH and toad lights as I operate them from the drivers seat and then watches to insure both pins on the towbar snap in to the up and locked...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-12-2008, 09:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,012
Posted By j griff
I just made a quick check on my coach - with the...

I just made a quick check on my coach - with the coach plugged in to external power, the disconnect switch automatically turns on - all 12V systems are powered. Depressing the switch when connected...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-11-2008, 07:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,012
Posted By j griff
I believe that on my coach the switch...

I believe that on my coach the switch automatically turns on when the coach is plugged in to external power. I am not aware that I can switch it off while plugged in, but will try it tomorrow to see.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-29-2008, 06:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,514
Posted By j griff
MBiancardi, The way I read the Winnebago data...

MBiancardi,
The way I read the Winnebago data sheet is that the 38J on a Workhorse chassis has a GCWR of 30,000 lbs and a GVWR of 24,000 lbs. This should allow you to tow your Explorer without...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-23-2008, 08:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,085
Posted By j griff
Is this a great forum or what !! I just came in...

Is this a great forum or what !! I just came in from "excersing" my W20 8.1 without getting out in the ice, snow and salt on the roads. After a suitable warm-up I "revved" the engine several times...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-01-2008, 07:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,328
Posted By j griff
Russ - welcome to the forum - I hope you enjoy it...

Russ - welcome to the forum - I hope you enjoy it and get as much good information from it as I have over this past year.
My HWH reservoir is also located just aft of the left front wheel (almost...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 01-21-2008, 06:43 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 23,040
Posted By j griff
We will be there - in the MO row, even though we...

We will be there - in the MO row, even though we live in Illinois. We are members of the St. Louis area Gateway Winnies chapter of WIT. Look forward to meeting some of the IRV2 folks.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-11-2008, 07:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,223
Posted By j griff
We just returned from several hours at the St....

We just returned from several hours at the St. Louis RV show at which our WIT club members try to assist our sponsoring local dealer in explaining the RV lifestyle to attendees.
Once again, the...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-11-2008, 07:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,223
Posted By j griff
We just returned from several hours at the St....

We just returned from several hours at the St. Louis RV show at which our WIT club members try to assist our sponsoring local dealer in explaining the RV lifestyle to attendees.
Once again, the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-03-2008, 07:47 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,764
Posted By j griff
Agree with those who say idling is not sufficient...

Agree with those who say idling is not sufficient to raise temps to operating level. My routine is every 30 days I drive the MH for a minimum of 30 miles while running the generator with as much...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-02-2008, 09:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,986
Posted By j griff
My readings are the same as smlranger and...

My readings are the same as smlranger and Pusherman.
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 12-26-2007, 10:20 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,216
Posted By j griff
We too belong to WIT and the Gateway Winnies...

We too belong to WIT and the Gateway Winnies local chapter in the St. Louis metropolitan area. We have belonged since 1988 and our Gateway Winnies friends are among the very best we have. Our...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-02-2007, 07:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,148
Posted By j griff
"About 2 am heard a loud bang in the coach, quick...

"About 2 am heard a loud bang in the coach, quick inspection didn't show anything obvious nor any smells."

Phil,
We often get quite a loud bang as the heating ducts become warm - guess it is just...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-28-2007, 07:12 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,953
Posted By j griff
A allen wrench that fit the mirrors came with my...

A allen wrench that fit the mirrors came with my last coach. I don't think there was one with my 2005 but it is a standard size. Kazoo Tom is correct in that adjustment screw will solve your...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-06-2007, 07:06 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,232
Posted By j griff
farmer63m Have you checked to see that all...

farmer63m
Have you checked to see that all drain valves are closed on your tank and water lines? Just a thought..
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-05-2007, 06:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,515
Posted By j griff
Thudman, On my chair it sticks straight out the...

Thudman,
On my chair it sticks straight out the back just below the upholstery - a simple twist of the "L" shaped handle locks it down.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-05-2007, 12:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,515
Posted By j griff
Chuck, If your major complaint with the...

Chuck,
If your major complaint with the hoop-base chair is that is leans you forward, you might try the lever that sticks out the back and turn it to relieve the tension. On ours, in a 2005...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-14-2007, 01:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,916
Posted By j griff
AF Chap <BLOCKQUOTE...

AF Chap

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">I don't know if it is in print ...haven't studied my manuals that...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-11-2007, 07:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,916
Posted By j griff
AFChap, I believe your post is the first time I...

AFChap,
I believe your post is the first time I have seen an HWH recommendation that the jacks be down during winter storage. Is that in print somewhere from them ??
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-11-2007, 07:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,246
Posted By j griff
Jeanne M. We had a similar problem with our...

Jeanne M.
We had a similar problem with our 2005 Adventurer while still under warranty and had the slide replaced at the selling dealers. It took two trips as I won't leave my coach there overnight...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 10-08-2007, 03:26 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,856
Posted By j griff
Ron, Glad you got the water heater out and good...

Ron,
Glad you got the water heater out and good luck in replacing the element/
While you have had 40+ "lookers" at your situation, they maybe were all just trying to learn from your experience, or...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-20-2007, 01:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,072
Posted By j griff
My fresh water, gray and black water indicators...

My fresh water, gray and black water indicators all have failed to register for the last several months, regardless of content. Propane level is fairly consistent with on tank guage. We have done all...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 09-20-2007, 12:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,066
Posted By j griff
Don't you hate it when the solution turns out to...

Don't you hate it when the solution turns out to be the problem !!
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-20-2007, 12:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,176
Posted By j griff
We also were in Forest City during the...

We also were in Forest City during the Firefighters rally. We arrived mid afternoon and all spaces at the Visitors Center were taken. We spent the night in the city park and were not inconvenienced...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-02-2007, 07:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,908
Posted By j griff
We also find the heat pump too noisy for...

We also find the heat pump too noisy for nighttime use. Our solution has been to use it during non sleeping hours then switch to gas heat at bedtime. Our gas furnace is so much quieter than in our...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-19-2007, 11:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,005
Posted By j griff
Don, My feelings are exactly as yours. ...

Don,
My feelings are exactly as yours. https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/frustrated.gif We have had such outstanding service from HWH that we would not consider another coach without them. I trust...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-09-2007, 08:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,824
Posted By j griff
Agree with Tom. Most insurance companies will...

Agree with Tom. Most insurance companies will pay to have the chip repaired without cost to you. I just had one done - called the insurance company and they called the glass folks who called, made...
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