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Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 08-02-2023, 07:44 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,973
Posted By Grapehound
Hey AK Mike! Please know that as soon as you...

Hey AK Mike! Please know that as soon as you sign the papers and hand over the check, you are a stranger at your dealership. You have to get in line to get anything taken care of.

However before...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-13-2022, 04:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,290
Posted By Grapehound
I haven't looked up your coach but you should not...

I haven't looked up your coach but you should not blow out your air lines if your coach has an Aqua-Hot system for hot water. If you have an AH system, consult your manual.

I would also...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 10-23-2022, 08:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 848
Posted By Grapehound
I used a MasterTow dolly for about a year. Then...

I used a MasterTow dolly for about a year. Then I switched to a flat tow system.

I would get one with brakes, either surge brakes or electric. The newer ones all have LED lights.

The tow...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-14-2022, 04:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 863
Posted By Grapehound
We have the opposite problem with our 2010...

We have the opposite problem with our 2010 Winnebago Tour CD, in that as soon as a gentle breeze blows the awning self retracts automatically. Unless I turn the awning switch to off it always puts...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 04-17-2022, 04:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,549
Posted By Grapehound
Thank you so much! Great info!

Thank you so much! Great info!
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 04-17-2022, 04:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,549
Posted By Grapehound
My question is, if you remove the sensor battery...

My question is, if you remove the sensor battery to replace it, do you then have to reprogram the head unit to show what tire that particular sensor it is on? Or does it maintain its location...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-03-2022, 06:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,442
Posted By Grapehound
Recently I brought our 40 ft. motor home to our...

Recently I brought our 40 ft. motor home to our brick and mortar home for storage. The house batteries were on their last leg and showing only 9.5 volts. I plugged in the MH and it did not charge...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-25-2021, 08:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,845
Posted By Grapehound
Americanrascal, do you really need to have your...

Americanrascal, do you really need to have your cell phone connected to your Echo controller once you set the braking pressure? Doesn't it work the brakes even when out of reach of your cell signal?...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-24-2021, 07:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,845
Posted By Grapehound
Looks like a great system. I believe that the...

Looks like a great system. I believe that the Curt Echo wireless brake controller is hard-wired into your RV's braking system, it's just done at the seven pin outlet instead of under your dash. I...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-30-2021, 05:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,405
Posted By Grapehound
Creativepart, that's good to know that flat towed...

Creativepart, that's good to know that flat towed vehicles cannot be backed up easily either.

I have been watching on our trip to Michigan this week and it seems like 90% of flat towed vehicles...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-30-2021, 04:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,405
Posted By Grapehound
I have a Tow Master dolly which is probably a...

I have a Tow Master dolly which is probably a little less expensive than the Roadmaster model you're looking at. It tows well, though none of the questions I have addressed to the manufacturer have...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-25-2021, 06:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,290
Posted By Grapehound
The best solution for tire changes on dual axle...

The best solution for tire changes on dual axle trailers I have found is the metal ramp sold by tractor supply.

You pull the good tire up onto the ramp and it cradles the tire in one spot while...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-24-2021, 07:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,000
Posted By Grapehound
Trailer tires, like RV tires, should be replaced...

Trailer tires, like RV tires, should be replaced long before they show signifciant treadwear. I had a D load range tire fail after five years on my fifth wheel. (The stock tires were actually "C"...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-03-2021, 04:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,743
Posted By Grapehound
I installed a 200psi compressor and a 3 gal...

I installed a 200psi compressor and a 3 gal holding tank on my dually tow vehicle. The tank addition means I have a tank full of air as soon as I get in the vehicle. If the pressure drops slightly,...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-23-2020, 03:58 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,536
Posted By Grapehound
You may get your best reception with an old...

You may get your best reception with an old fashioned, amplified crank up antenna. Some of these new low-profile, fixed antennas have terrible reception.

Years ago I bought a second-hand...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-22-2020, 03:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 717
Posted By Grapehound
After the dealer finishes their inspection, it...

After the dealer finishes their inspection, it will go to a local RV repair service for a thorough going over, including a look through by an aqua hot tech. If any issues are found, they will be...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-06-2020, 04:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 717
Posted By Grapehound
Hey Mark! We are looking at buying a used 2010...

Hey Mark! We are looking at buying a used 2010 Tour 40CD. My questions are, do you still like your Tour and what specific things should I check out before I take delivery? Appreciate responses and...
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