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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-12-2024, 08:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 650
Posted By Duner
You don't have a choice on the pressure when it...

You don't have a choice on the pressure when it heats water in the tank. These Atwood's have a fixed temp setting I'm guessing around 120 maybe 125 degrees. The internal tank pressure probably...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-12-2024, 06:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 650
Posted By Duner
I would bet a dime to donuts that your leak is a...

I would bet a dime to donuts that your leak is a pin hole in the bottom of the tank. My coach is a couple of years newer than yours and I had two pin holes in the bottom. Took it to a local weld...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-23-2023, 12:37 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,631
Posted By Duner
I gather that the generator wouldn't start and...

I gather that the generator wouldn't start and run the basement a/c.

To load and display a pdf file, use the paperclip icon above, then chose file (3mb max), upload & close out the window.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-20-2023, 08:58 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,631
Posted By Duner
Make sure the generator fires up and runs for a...

Make sure the generator fires up and runs for a couple hours.

Run the basement air in both modes, heat and cool. If it's 45 deg outside, heat pump should be cranking out the heat in about 10 min...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-26-2023, 11:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,148
Posted By Duner
X2 on the powercat reply. JB Weld and some...

X2 on the powercat reply. JB Weld and some places added stainless bolts.
I took delivery on my coach Dec 2003. Less than 1 yr hood bracket let go. Under warranty, dealer fiberglass'd it back in...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-30-2023, 04:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,152
Posted By Duner
What is your city water pressure? If you don't...

What is your city water pressure? If you don't regulate the pressure down to about 65 psi, then very hi pressure may be doing something that none of us have ever experienced or read about. Keep the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-19-2023, 06:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 742
Posted By Duner
This is what I used as a replacement. Really...

This is what I used as a replacement. Really work well and brighter than my old 55 watt halogen stock fog lights. I've bought many items from M4LED. They are all high quality products that the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-16-2023, 06:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 740
Posted By Duner
If you get water inside the gutter it should come...

If you get water inside the gutter it should come the 2 or 3 weep holes on the bottom side of the rail. Now if your coach is sloped down in the front and there is a substantial amount of water...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-27-2022, 04:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,616
Posted By Duner
It simply goes right above the rubber trim.

It simply goes right above the rubber trim.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-26-2022, 09:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,616
Posted By Duner
What is the design that the automotive industry...

What is the design that the automotive industry uses where they don't have a rust problem? Zinc plating, stainless steel?

I've had my Winnie for 19 yrs with the original windshield. About 3 yrs...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-12-2022, 12:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,433
Posted By Duner
My two year old 1999 F53 transmission imploded...

My two year old 1999 F53 transmission imploded and went into limp mode, tha was in 2002. I limped at 45 mph for 30 miles to Idaho Falls Ford. In 1/2 hour they said it'll be covered and if they had...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-16-2022, 07:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 663
Posted By Duner
Ya, there are a lot of gizmos on these rigs to...

Ya, there are a lot of gizmos on these rigs to figure out. So did the coach come with the big Winnebago bag with all the manuals? If not you're going to have a lot of work finding info.

Happy...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-15-2022, 08:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 663
Posted By Duner
I had a 34 ft 1999 Chieftain that had HWH...

I had a 34 ft 1999 Chieftain that had HWH hydraulics that used a "joy stick" to operate the jacks. If yours is the same I may be able to help but we need the HWH model number.
Did you get the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-23-2022, 08:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 676
Posted By Duner
You definitely have to have an open mind these...

You definitely have to have an open mind these days if you want to get something fixed in a short amount of time for a reasonable cost.

I couldn't find the db electrical motor "lai00015". ...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-24-2022, 11:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,933
Posted By Duner
By far the easiest install is the Jeep Wrangler. ...

By far the easiest install is the Jeep Wrangler. I bought an 2008 a couple of years ago and installed this Rockhard all aluminum front bumper (https://www.rockhard4x4.com/product_p/rh-5048.htm) and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-19-2022, 11:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,533
Posted By Duner
On my coach, that's where the air horns are...

On my coach, that's where the air horns are mounted on a metal plate. Do you have factory air horns someplace else?
Happy Trails,
Bill
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-15-2019, 10:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,376
Posted By Duner
Is there a Winnebago group that meets during the...

Is there a Winnebago group that meets during the the RV show?


Thx, Bill
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 02-19-2018, 07:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,598
Posted By Duner
If you want to pull the unit out yourself, here's...

If you want to pull the unit out yourself, here's a step-by-step procedure I wrote in 2008 and updated in 2013. Thru the years I've heard back from many, many forum members on their successful...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 02-19-2018, 05:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,984
Posted By Duner
My folks had a 2001 Minnie Winni 31 ft and pulled...

My folks had a 2001 Minnie Winni 31 ft and pulled a 2002 Saturn S. It was an easy pull since the toad only weighs 2351 lbs.

Your Forester at 3400 lbs would be fine but I have one...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-25-2018, 11:25 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 932
Posted By Duner
I can recommend Redlands Truck and RV Service. ...

I can recommend Redlands Truck and RV Service. They may be interested to helping you out. I used them for about 12 yrs now and my sister has has many mods done to their 42 ft Beaver coach. They...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-13-2017, 01:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,158
Posted By Duner
The computer color matching is very accurate...

The computer color matching is very accurate nowdays. I would remove the door and take to a competent auto or rv body shop and get a quote. Then call Winnebago factory for authorization. It will...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-09-2017, 05:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,846
Posted By Duner
smaurer76, here's a link where a possible buyer...

smaurer76, here's a link where a possible buyer is asking the same questions for a 05 Suncruiser 37B. Very similar coach with all the same type components....
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-09-2017, 05:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,846
Posted By Duner
You should call CDI, who paints all the Winnie...

You should call CDI, who paints all the Winnie full body paint jobs. They did my 2004 and my buddies 2005 three yrs ago at the GNR. They only charged him $220 for their cost of the paint. I paid...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-09-2017, 12:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,608
Posted By Duner
Several of your pictures aren't coming thru and...

Several of your pictures aren't coming thru and the ones that do are small and won't expand when I click on it.

I also used Photbucket for many, many years, but about 6 mo ago they would not...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-08-2017, 03:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,732
Posted By Duner
If the water pump is 2006 original, my guess is...

If the water pump is 2006 original, my guess is the internal check valve(s) is leaking due to calcium build up. Most of the pumps used by Winnie can be opened up and the valve assy and pump assy can...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-04-2017, 06:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,324
Posted By Duner
They had me in at 7:30 am and out at 5 pm to do a...

They had me in at 7:30 am and out at 5 pm to do a complementary repaint of roof radius and front/rear caps where the clear was gone. I also had them repaint an area on the sidewall where the awning...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-29-2017, 04:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,608
Posted By Duner
Ya, that makes sense!

Ya, that makes sense!
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-19-2017, 11:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,559
Posted By Duner
You asked about the existing wiring and switch...

You asked about the existing wiring and switch for the fan......that will definitely NOT work for ac unit. John & Jane's link above will describe one way to get new wires to the location.

What...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-14-2017, 03:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,253
Posted By Duner
Paul, I've had two extended warranties in the...

Paul, I've had two extended warranties in the last 20 yrs and did not get any satisfaction from either. There are many got-ya's in the fine print.

The first one was not too expensive at $1500...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 05-30-2017, 12:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,050
Posted By Duner
My 14 yr old coach has the Coleman basement unit...

My 14 yr old coach has the Coleman basement unit and it came with metal squirrel cage which broke after about 4 yrs. I replaced it with the newer design made of composite plastic. I suspect your...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-25-2017, 11:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,617
Posted By Duner
Can you get the mobile rv guy to come back out? ...

Can you get the mobile rv guy to come back out? Seems like he should have some responsibility to assure the new batteries are installed correctly and the circuits are working.... as in good charge...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-18-2017, 10:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,940
Posted By Duner
I Googled "Level Best 3000 automatic leveling...

I Googled "Level Best 3000 automatic leveling system" to get the Operating Guide. Here's what it says:

The Level Best hydraulic leveling system should be routinely checked as part of a regular...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-15-2017, 06:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,786
Posted By Duner
I had cracks in the radius along the length of...

I had cracks in the radius along the length of both sides. I had the coach in for repairs of some damage I did to the rear cap. Their estimator was on the roof and said that is should be cover by...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 05-09-2017, 12:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,845
Posted By Duner
I have Passport America and use it when we can. ...

I have Passport America and use it when we can. Since we are fulltiming, we like to stay a week, but many P/A parks have limitations of one night, Mon-Thur, or none at all during peak season. That...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-09-2017, 12:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,630
Posted By Duner
Hi Chris, Good to hear you found the problem. ...

Hi Chris, Good to hear you found the problem. Since your HWH pump is located somewhat low and behind the front wheel, I can imagine it gets a constant spray of road grime when you're driving in the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-07-2017, 11:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,668
Posted By Duner
Glad you got the photo posted now. Ya, that's...

Glad you got the photo posted now. Ya, that's the same bolt that broke just a few months ago on my 13 yr old coach.

Yours is rusted & corroded more than mine. Mine had no corrosion and the break...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-01-2017, 01:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,668
Posted By Duner
I was have a little trouble posting pictures...

I was have a little trouble posting pictures using Photbucket and I got this info from another helpful member:

"Your picture isn't showing now.
To post a picture you can click on the paperclip in...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-24-2017, 10:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,784
Posted By Duner
Run all the slides in/out a few times and listen...

Run all the slides in/out a few times and listen for any unusual sounds and smooth operation, especially the big slide. The Lippert/Schwentek slides from earlier years have been very problematic. ...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-21-2017, 11:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,571
Posted By Duner
Also, a shower head valve you buy at Home Depot...

Also, a shower head valve you buy at Home Depot will stop the main flow but are designed to allow some water to leak thru (to deter hot water scalding). If you buy the plastic ones available on ebay...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-12-2017, 08:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,237
Posted By Duner
Wow, it's so much fun to get a brand new rig! ...

Wow, it's so much fun to get a brand new rig! And yes, the bigger 22.5 tires seem to roll over the bumps so much easier.

Al, I see from the pictures that the big slide looks to have the Lippert...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-03-2017, 09:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,275
Posted By Duner
I followed the link in your post and all the pix...

I followed the link in your post and all the pix are of the 37 and 38 models, which look very nice. But I didn't see 360 deg of your model. Is there a gallery for the 35P?

I was wondering what...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-29-2017, 03:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,832
Posted By Duner
If you've had two caused by rocks and one by...

If you've had two caused by rocks and one by rusted frame, then I would say it's not a a problem with the motorhome. I would say it's mostly bad luck and/or the environment you drive in.

Good...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-28-2017, 09:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,127
Posted By Duner
PHS, your 2004 Brave has a roof built the same as...

PHS, your 2004 Brave has a roof built the same as my 2004 Chieftain; it is firberglass. Around the vents, sat dish,etc Winnebago uses self-leveling sealant. That stuff works really well and after...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 03-24-2017, 04:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,978
Posted By Duner
Chuck, I can recommend SMI braking products. ...

Chuck, I can recommend SMI braking products. I've had the SMI 4-wire brake since 1999 and still use it today after two motorhomes and two different toads. If I was buying one today it would be the...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-13-2017, 12:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,402
Posted By Duner
The generator will start off of the coach...

The generator will start off of the coach batteries. You can always use the boost switch on the dash to get the engine batteries to start the genny if coach batteries are too low.

I recommend...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-12-2017, 03:11 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 18,442
Posted By Duner
Don't worry Jeff, as the song goes...."it never...

Don't worry Jeff, as the song goes...."it never rains in California". I've been in AZ for 6 weeks and all we got was one day or so of rain.

I modified my wiper arm several years ago so I could...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-30-2017, 07:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,675
Posted By Duner
Regarding Question #2: I've had my coach...

Regarding Question #2:

I've had my coach for 13 yrs and is same year as yours .... the big slide mechanism is HWH, same as mine. In the early days I used the slide lube spray that they sell at...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-21-2017, 09:51 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 15,758
Posted By Duner
I've had the annoying buzzer cut out for about 8...

I've had the annoying buzzer cut out for about 8 yrs now. My Winnie has a big red light on when the jacks are down and that works for me.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-19-2017, 05:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,575
Posted By Duner
I ordered a '99 Chieftain 34Y new and owned it...

I ordered a '99 Chieftain 34Y new and owned it for 5 yrs then sold it to my nephew in 2004 who still has it today.

After about 6 months I had full Banks headers, pipes, mufflers and tranny...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-23-2016, 10:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,192
Posted By Duner
rolliefbaile, you have a very common problem. ...

rolliefbaile, you have a very common problem. Since I repaired mine in 2008, it's been very quiet, now 13 yrs old with 9 yrs fulltiming. Many iRV2 members have successfully repaired their own unit...
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