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Forum: Welcome Mat 09-20-2017, 07:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 564
Posted By Zimectrin
Well don't this beat all--Our own on the web.

Hope this goes well for everyone.

I wonder if there will be a phone and tablet app also? Don't use the computer near as much now with the maturity of phones and tablets.

See you all later
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-02-2014, 07:26 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,898
Posted By Zimectrin
I think my DVR has two receivers in one box. I...

I think my DVR has two receivers in one box. I have two coax going into it. I am able to receive each channel that I pay for and the preimun channels on the free week ends. Beyound that my...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-24-2014, 09:27 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,898
Posted By Zimectrin
Yes my 18" Winegard is supporting two (2) feeds...

Yes my 18" Winegard is supporting two (2) feeds via a single head LNB that I was given by a Direct TV installer. Just took the old LNB out inserted the new one, attached the cables and it was good...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-24-2014, 08:37 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,898
Posted By Zimectrin
A great source of the best cable is from a Direct...

A great source of the best cable is from a Direct or Dish installer that you see running around town. When I chased one down he gave me cable and also gave me a new LNB that had dual output. I ran...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-24-2013, 05:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,122
Posted By Zimectrin
Our 39QD, purchased new in 2002, has been trouble...

Our 39QD, purchased new in 2002, has been trouble free for 11 years and 80,000 miles of full timing.

I second what has already been posted.
Cat motor adequate for our needs.
Floor plan is very...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-09-2012, 12:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 12,510
Posted By Zimectrin
Yep. The flap was an act of faith. Have no...

Yep. The flap was an act of faith. Have no reason to think it will help 'cept the crazing was located where the tank was exposed to the sun.

Good thing we already had the materials.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-08-2012, 08:52 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 12,510
Posted By Zimectrin
If you have not searched IRV2 for info on this as...

If you have not searched IRV2 for info on this as advised above, do so. There is a lot of great info from people who have done this.

I did install a 'flap' over my surge tank. Used an old...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-02-2011, 07:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,734
Posted By Zimectrin
Check to see if there is a "reset". On mine you...

Check to see if there is a "reset". On mine you have to remove a phone jack type plug on the bottom back of the unit. Plug it back in and everything is reset and for us seems to have solved the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-07-2010, 07:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,843
Posted By Zimectrin
Forgot to mention. Obtained the tank from a...

Forgot to mention.

Obtained the tank from a dealer in Casper Wy. When I got on the net and called several dealers the prices ranged from 93.00-133.00 just for the tank.

Of note is the fact...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-06-2010, 06:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,843
Posted By Zimectrin
Just finished replacing our surge tank. Spent...

Just finished replacing our surge tank. Spent some time researching with the search feature on IRV2 and gathered a lot of useful information.

One thing not mentioned we found very useful was to...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-29-2010, 09:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,950
Posted By Zimectrin
We had the same problem last year with the same...

We had the same problem last year with the same year and model coach that you have. All three fixtures in our baths were Phoenix brand and all have had to be replaced.(kitchen was/still is Moen) ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-16-2010, 10:31 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,138
Posted By Zimectrin
On ours there is a column of rocker switches on...

On ours there is a column of rocker switches on the front panel to the right of the instrument cluster. One of them is marked 'Radio Power'. The position of that switch determines the power source...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-09-2010, 02:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,411
Posted By Zimectrin
Where do I get the part number for the surge tank?

Where do I get the part number for the surge tank?
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-31-2009, 08:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,411
Posted By Zimectrin
Which color is best? I would think white.

Which color is best? I would think white.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-30-2009, 09:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,411
Posted By Zimectrin
I am going to have to join the party as my surge...

I am going to have to join the party as my surge tank is crazed and leaking. Weld lasted one trip and now it's too cold to play so will wait till Spring.

My question is: What did you do to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-26-2009, 09:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,138
Posted By Zimectrin
Jim has the correct problem and solution. ...

Jim has the correct problem and solution.

We just call it the 'HOWIE HEARTBEAT'
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-09-2009, 07:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,572
Posted By Zimectrin
Did the heater core replacement today. Started...

Did the heater core replacement today. Started about 8:00am, did not work real fast, and was completely done and cleaned up by noon.

Following the instructions, notes, and advice on IRV2 we had...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-24-2009, 02:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,572
Posted By Zimectrin
Here is the reply received from Bryan today. ...

Here is the reply received from Bryan today.

As we suspected will need to remove the front cap. So much for Mobile RV Techs....

Steve,

The heater core cannot be accessed from...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-23-2009, 09:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,910
Posted By Zimectrin
Did you do a search on this topic? I think I...

Did you do a search on this topic?

I think I remember several (5-6) years ago this problem came up and the fix was to remove "the wire" that plugs into the back of the EMS, count to ten, and plug...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-23-2009, 09:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,572
Posted By Zimectrin
How was it done without removing the front cap? ...

How was it done without removing the front cap? That looks to be VERY hard.

Sent an email to Byran today so should hear something this week.

Of course we will share all information we receive...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-22-2009, 08:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,572
Posted By Zimectrin
Heater Core Replacement from inside??

We need to replace our leaky heater core. Refuse to pay someone 1200.00 to do it as there are instructions on IRV2 to do it ourselves.

Was told by a Mobile RV Service Tech this can be done a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-29-2008, 09:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,518
Posted By Zimectrin
I think C Zimm is correct. But you...

I think C Zimm is correct.

But you nomenclature may be incorrect. It is more properly called a "Wish you had access panel"
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-26-2008, 05:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,397
Posted By Zimectrin
We had the same problem but it was discovered in...

We had the same problem but it was discovered in 2003. HWH had put out a service bulletin about pressed on hose fittings that did not meet specs and were to be replaced no charge to customer when...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-25-2008, 04:54 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,363
Posted By Zimectrin
We bought the large Ultraguard and cut it in...

We bought the large Ultraguard and cut it in half. Ended up with two for less than 70.00 for the pair.

Does it provide any protection? Don't know. I am amazed at the beating the toad takes...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-25-2008, 04:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,882
Posted By Zimectrin
Make sure the string running up and down each...

Make sure the string running up and down each side of the shade is tight. If it has stretched you can unscrew the spool at the bottom and turn it to tighten the strings. Do both sides to equal...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-25-2008, 05:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,785
Posted By Zimectrin
Navy Flier has it 100% correct. Get a...

Navy Flier has it 100% correct.

Get a small folding ladder and put it where the extension was supposed to be.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-10-2007, 07:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,135
Posted By Zimectrin
Get the same noise also. Have been told it is...

Get the same noise also. Have been told it is the fluid movement under high pressure, the sound of the bypass, and a faulty seal. Take your pick. Everything seems to work fine and have noticed the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-15-2007, 04:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,859
Posted By Zimectrin
Three times in first two years, but not one in...

Three times in first two years, but not one in last three. Spooky.

Thought this was an undocumented feature.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-04-2007, 05:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,165
Posted By Zimectrin
Dacron trolling line comes in three weights and...

Dacron trolling line comes in three weights and will cost less than .10 a yard at Sportsman's Wearhouse.

We like the 50 or 80 lb. test

Do the search as suggested above and you will get a...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-13-2007, 05:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,811
Posted By Zimectrin
I don't know, but have been told, that using the...

I don't know, but have been told, that using the systems will keep them in shape better than anything else you do. I am sure that this will also require regular maintenance, which will add life to...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-13-2007, 05:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,434
Posted By Zimectrin
We have had ours for five years full timing and...

We have had ours for five years full timing and the cost of new will prevent us from trading. Looked into trading last year and they wanted our coach AND what we paid for our coach when we bought it...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-13-2007, 04:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,273
Posted By Zimectrin
As we see more and more florescent lights in life...

As we see more and more florescent lights in life you will see references to the 'color tempeture'. The higher the number (4000's) the color will have more blue and be labeled as natural. The lower...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-18-2007, 02:11 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,636
Posted By Zimectrin
This has been posted before but is worthy of...

This has been posted before but is worthy of review.

We have found the best string for "re-stringing" the day night shades to be a Trolling Line that we obtained at Sportsmans Warehouse.

I am...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-12-2007, 05:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,665
Posted By Zimectrin
Our new Winne came with a come-a-long. Never had...

Our new Winne came with a come-a-long. Never had to use it. Know that if we don't have it with us we will need it, so we carry it as insurance.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-29-2007, 05:03 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,841
Posted By Zimectrin
At both Lowes and Home Depot there is a...

At both Lowes and Home Depot there is a 'close-out table' and you will find some great faucets at deep discount. We were lucky and they had two that matched our MH when we were looking. Picked up...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 08-25-2007, 04:04 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,603
Posted By Zimectrin
And this thread needs to be moved to the correct...

And this thread needs to be moved to the correct forum........

We can always depend on IRV2 to bring a good clean smile to our face!
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-19-2007, 04:38 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,041
Posted By Zimectrin
<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">Originally posted by vicsryd:
The silver lining is the lack of new diesel...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-02-2007, 05:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,370
Posted By Zimectrin
Parked next to a guy whose coach was 'all white'...

Parked next to a guy whose coach was 'all white' above the lower body paint. Questioned him and he told me one day he got fed up with the 'ads' and the shrinking decals and took them all off with a...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-25-2007, 05:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,962
Posted By Zimectrin
SkiGramp has the solution. That is what we used...

SkiGramp has the solution. That is what we used and 10 seconds later we were off and running. We even borrowed the 'riser extractor' from the campground maintenance people.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 05-21-2007, 06:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,500
Posted By Zimectrin
"Top Off" is a good two words. The air...

"Top Off" is a good two words. The air compressor is high pressure, but may not be high volume. If the tires are really low, plan on taking some time to get them full.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-15-2007, 04:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,075
Posted By Zimectrin
Coach is not full body paint and should have...

Coach is not full body paint and should have mentioned that. Seem to remember the word 'Filon' from the purchase experience. Did confirm the Dupont Imron paint on the lower portion. So it would...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-14-2007, 05:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,075
Posted By Zimectrin
Was asked today if I have Gel-Coat or Clear-Coat...

Was asked today if I have Gel-Coat or Clear-Coat on my Journey DL. Do not know, can't seem to find any literture that says, don't know how to tell, and so now checking with the best source on the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-14-2007, 05:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,075
Posted By Zimectrin
Was asked today if I have Gel-Coat or Clear-Coat...

Was asked today if I have Gel-Coat or Clear-Coat on my Journey DL. Do not know, can't seem to find any literture that says, don't know how to tell, and so now checking with the best source on the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-03-2007, 04:03 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,122
Posted By Zimectrin
While we have not as yet had the crack, this is a...

While we have not as yet had the crack, this is a known problem with the design of the bedroom slide sidewall area for that year. As ichn2go says, it is a support problem on the sidewall.

Have...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-23-2007, 07:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,104
Posted By Zimectrin
In the time frame of coaches we own, Winne used a...

In the time frame of coaches we own, Winne used a rocker switch to energize a magnet on the air controller that richierich described. On ours the "slide" of the controller was dirty and did not...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-21-2007, 02:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,788
Posted By Zimectrin
On the back of the EMS modual there is a phone...

On the back of the EMS modual there is a phone wire with a phone jack that is pluged into the EMS. It is how the units communitate. Many of us have had to unplug the wire, count to 15 and plug it...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-17-2007, 05:32 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,765
Posted By Zimectrin
More information on our fix. We tried resetting...

More information on our fix. We tried resetting the old screws and had the same experience you did.

We replaced the bolts with a hex head, grade 5 bolt. We were concerned that the hex head...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-16-2007, 04:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,765
Posted By Zimectrin
Further note. The ram head is indeed inside a...

Further note. The ram head is indeed inside a square tube. There are two access holes at the end and you have to line up the access hole, ram head and sled to reinsert the bolts.

I said that...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-15-2007, 07:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,765
Posted By Zimectrin
We had the exact same problem. Here is what may...

We had the exact same problem. Here is what may be happening.

The 'sled' that the slide travels on is attatched to a hydralic ram by two very short, coarse thread, countersunk, flat head bolts. ...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-15-2007, 06:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 16,466
Posted By Zimectrin
Here is a link to all TriMark Key dealers. ...

Here is a link to all TriMark Key dealers.

https://www.plsgroup.com/Mitchell/Motorhome_key_Dealers.htm


No vouch for anything execpt the link does work.
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