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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-31-2023, 03:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 980
Posted By Snowwing
I had that same motorhome and engine combination...

I had that same motorhome and engine combination with the same issue. I cut a small access hatch on top of the radiator shroud which gave ne access to the radiator (fan side) then soaked it with...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-24-2014, 10:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,699
Posted By Snowwing
Just ordered four. Thank You CJ!!

Just ordered four. Thank You CJ!!
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-05-2013, 08:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,650
Posted By Snowwing
This brochure...

This brochure (https://media.gowinnebago.com/models/globalElements/brochure/previous-models/2008/winnebago/08-Adventurer-Brochure.pdf) says it's 228 inches. Wow beat by a minute!
Ron
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-11-2013, 08:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,576
Posted By Snowwing
I removed the window, separated the panes,...

I removed the window, separated the panes, cleaned them and polished them for a while with my buffer, cleaned them again and reassembled with the components I bought from a glass repair business in...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-10-2013, 08:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,576
Posted By Snowwing
Thank You! Exactly what I needed to know. Ron

Thank You!
Exactly what I needed to know.
Ron
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-09-2013, 05:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,576
Posted By Snowwing
Ranger Smith Did you remove the 20 screws to...

Ranger Smith
Did you remove the 20 screws to remove the frame? Was it held in with butyl tape?
Thanks
Ron
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-09-2013, 05:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,576
Posted By Snowwing
Entry Door Window Removal

My entry door window is fogged and I need to remove it to repair. Anybody removed theirs? I was about to start removing it but I thought I'd ask here before I broke it. It looks like there could be a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-28-2013, 06:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,693
Posted By Snowwing
I changed the core in my 2000 Journey. My front...

I changed the core in my 2000 Journey. My front cap had to be moved. I decided to remove it others have just tilted it forward. The procedure is the same except for the removal of the last few...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-14-2013, 04:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,915
Posted By Snowwing
Welcome to the forum! Pretty much the same...

Welcome to the forum!
Pretty much the same coach. We averaged 7.87 over 13, 000 miles. Usually towing a CRV. I'm pretty much a speed limit guy (60 & under) & little generator use. My info center...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-30-2012, 05:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,700
Posted By Snowwing
Toyo M154 265/75 is almost identical Ron

Toyo M154 265/75 is almost identical

Ron
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 10-28-2012, 12:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,015
Posted By Snowwing
Thanks all for the replies! Macantic: most...

Thanks all for the replies!

Macantic: most of the time we are hooked up to utilities, but when we are dry camping we do join the "Heathens" and huck the paper & plastic!

...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 10-28-2012, 09:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,015
Posted By Snowwing
Installing a Dishwasher

One of the things I don't look forward to is doing the dishes several times a day so I was thinking about installing a Fisher & Paykel dishwasher in my Journey. I think I would use a lot less water &...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-15-2012, 07:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,438
Posted By Snowwing
You either have to "crawl under the coach" or pay...

You either have to "crawl under the coach" or pay someone else to do it! It does not slide out. After the first time it is quite easy, and doesn't have to be done very often.

You will love your...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-14-2012, 06:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,938
Posted By Snowwing
Update

I did install the SK3005 in March - a very rare sunny day here in the Pacific Northwest! I did use Dicor (and plenty of it - Thank You SVCJeff) . I made up new RG6 cables and Ran them down the old...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-12-2012, 02:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,938
Posted By Snowwing
I'm sorry I no longer have the AS2003. The only...

I'm sorry I no longer have the AS2003. The only part that remains is the sheet metal dish and it was turned into a bird bath by DW!
Ron
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-20-2012, 05:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,321
Posted By Snowwing
Yes. I had to have someone inside while I was on...

Yes. I had to have someone inside while I was on the roof. It was a relatively tight fit but do-able.
Ron
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-20-2012, 04:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,321
Posted By Snowwing
On my 2005 Journey I had to remove the TV to...

On my 2005 Journey I had to remove the TV to access the wiring. I had the Winegard AS2003. Replaced with a Winegard SK3005. Best upgrade ever.
Ron
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-18-2012, 08:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,379
Posted By Snowwing
I like your style!

I like your style!
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-18-2012, 07:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,379
Posted By Snowwing
So Bob. That's about the most radical way I've...

So Bob. That's about the most radical way I've ever heard of to repair a water heater - new coach! Inquiring minds would like to kow what you got!
Ron
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-01-2012, 07:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,822
Posted By Snowwing
Both of my Journeys (2000, and 2005) came to me...

Both of my Journeys (2000, and 2005) came to me with the FAR 114880 003 installed. Although I bought the MH's used I don't think they had been changed.

Like oil, I think it is more important that...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-31-2012, 10:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,822
Posted By Snowwing
My ’05 Journey with C7 takes this filter. I’ve...

My ’05 Journey with C7 takes this filter.
I’ve used three different brands (the NAPA, FAR, and CarQuest) and they looked identical. The cheapest was CarQuest, although I can’t remember the price.
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-09-2012, 03:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,938
Posted By Snowwing
Thanks again. I think I am going to rethink this...

Thanks again. I think I am going to rethink this project and do the tv first.

Rick, I looked online and saw that the HDMI splitters you mentioned are powered. Do go leave yours on all the time?...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-09-2012, 12:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,938
Posted By Snowwing
Thanks for the speedy responses! I will be...

Thanks for the speedy responses!

I will be using only the one receiver but it will require a second coax cable for "watching one channel while recording another". So my thinking was that I may as...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-09-2012, 11:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,938
Posted By Snowwing
Replacing Winegard AS2003

I will be replacing my Winegard AS2003 with the new TRAV’LER SK3005 in my ’05 Journey when we get some decent weather here in the Northwest. I know some of you fellas have done this already.

I...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-12-2011, 08:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,792
Posted By Snowwing
Left Front 4480 Right Front 4000 Left Rear...

Left Front 4480
Right Front 4000
Left Rear 8020
Right Rear 8280
Toad 3420
Total 28760
Full of fuel & water Grey & Black empty Loaded for a trip
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-08-2011, 09:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,008
Posted By Snowwing
This thread may be useful My earlier AC problem...

This thread may be useful My earlier AC problem (https://www.irv2.com/forums/f101/puzzling-basement-a-c-problem-55028.html)

Good Luck
Ron
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-17-2011, 09:58 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,885
Posted By Snowwing
If that's the case call me un-American!!...

If that's the case call me un-American!! Trik-L-Start is the best "bang for the buck" in RV accessories! Mine is in front under the hood. When I iinstalled my first one all the LED's went out once....
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 05-17-2011, 09:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,654
Posted By Snowwing
MY '05 Journey 36G full of fuel and water, empty...

MY '05 Journey 36G full of fuel and water, empty holding tanks, and fully loaded and going on a trip - 85 lbs. in the fronts and 90 lbs. in the rears - by the Michelin chart. I still have some...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 04-12-2011, 06:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,326
Posted By Snowwing
The wheels on my 05 Journey are manufactured by...

The wheels on my 05 Journey are manufactured by Accuride (as I believe yours are) and are polished then coated to retain their shine. In order to polish that area the coating has to be removed. The...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-24-2010, 04:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,116
Posted By Snowwing
I've purchased two motorhomes from them. As far...

I've purchased two motorhomes from them. As far as I'm concerned they are great to do business with. You can PM me if you'd like And we can chat via telephone.
Ron
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-14-2010, 12:39 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,292
Posted By Snowwing
So you are full of fuel, water, groceries, etc......

So you are full of fuel, water, groceries, etc... Weigh each corner and adjust pressure. Drive 300 miles, burn fuel, camp, use water, distribute waste to tanks. How are you going to weigh it now for...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-01-2010, 07:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,380
Posted By Snowwing
InWinnebago's defense, I think I could do the...

InWinnebago's defense, I think I could do the drivers side low beam in about 15 minutes now! After finding "the way". Looks like the passenger side may be a little tighter. Fortunately it is still...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-31-2010, 08:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,380
Posted By Snowwing
Skigramp Thanks for replying. I did manage to...

Skigramp
Thanks for replying. I did manage to get it changed. It took wedging a mirror in place and using a drop light. I also put in a brighter bulb that makes abig difference in brightness. I...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-29-2010, 07:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,380
Posted By Snowwing
Change Headlight Bulb 2005 Journey

I thought before I broke something I'd check with the experts. Trying to change the low beam bulb on the drivers side. There is a bracket in the way to the rear that will not allow my hand in to...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-03-2010, 10:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,118
Posted By Snowwing
Marinelender: Which filter did they change - the...

Marinelender: Which filter did they change - the primary (Alliance) or the secondary (Cat) filter on the engine? Assuming of course that you have two. Thanks
Ron
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-03-2010, 04:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 13,123
Posted By Snowwing
I bought a couple of sets from NAPA but they had...

I bought a couple of sets from NAPA but they had to get them from the warehouse and I had to pay freight. That was about a year ago.
} Wiper Blade Refill
Trico # 75-240
NAPA #...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-09-2010, 08:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,252
Posted By Snowwing
Hey RickO! Could you please elaborate? Did you...

Hey RickO!
Could you please elaborate? Did you remove the brackets then drill? It sounds like a fun project. Perhaps colored lights?
Thanks
Ron
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-08-2010, 07:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,459
Posted By Snowwing
Do you have any pics? Did you modify the steel...

Do you have any pics? Did you modify the steel frame? I may try to do this myself this Spring.
Thanks
Ron
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-28-2009, 08:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,943
Posted By Snowwing
In the top of the electrical compartment there is...

In the top of the electrical compartment there is a "box". The water pump switch and outside light switch are mounted on the front of the box. The block heater outlet is mounted on the part of the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-07-2009, 12:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,943
Posted By Snowwing
Things are looking up. Stopped raining and I can...

Things are looking up. Stopped raining and I can see some blue sky. All of your descriptions are accurate. Found the wire balled up inside the panel as described but I had to remove the sheet metal...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-07-2009, 11:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,943
Posted By Snowwing
Thank You Gentlemen. Interestingly, last night I...

Thank You Gentlemen. Interestingly, last night I had a mirror and a flashlight looking behind that panel (very dark and an LED flashlight) for the cord! I didn't want to stick my hand down there....
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-07-2009, 09:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,943
Posted By Snowwing
2005 Journey Block Heater

We recently updated from our 2000 Journey to a 2005 36G with the Cat C7. Our old block heater was plugged in at the electrical service bay. I can't see where this one is plugged in. When my engine...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-29-2009, 07:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,182
Posted By Snowwing
Received my "hard start kit" today and installed...

Received my "hard start kit" today and installed - problem solved. Thank You for the great advice.
Ron
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-26-2009, 09:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,182
Posted By Snowwing
Roadking you may be right. When my # 2 breaker is...

Roadking you may be right. When my # 2 breaker is off there is no AC, no indoor fan and no outdoor fan. I do have a burned capacitor and have a new one and a spare on the way - actually it is a "hard...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-21-2009, 04:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,207
Posted By Snowwing
It's a fairly straightforward job using...

It's a fairly straightforward job using Battchief's instructions. The nipples on my new core were not removable and the unit came with a small amount of pressure in it. I ended up removing the front...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-20-2009, 07:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,182
Posted By Snowwing
Puzzling Basement A/C problem

I have a peculiar problem with my basement A/C in my 2000 Journey. I believe one compressor is having trouble starting. Here are some examples:
With nothing else running and both #1 & #2 AC...
Forum: Welcome Mat 01-30-2007, 05:07 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,850
Posted By Snowwing
Welcome I especially liked the way you...

Welcome
I especially liked the way you introduced the new Sightseer to the kids. Hope you enjoy your motorhome as much as we do ours!
RC
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-11-2006, 11:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,140
Posted By Snowwing
We had the same problem - the only thing we ever...

We had the same problem - the only thing we ever griped about our motorhome was not having a propane oven. We camp a lot where there is not much, if any power and didn't want to listen to the...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-25-2005, 02:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,988
Posted By Snowwing
Thank You for your input. I will check out the...

Thank You for your input. I will check out the two suppliers you mentioned. We have always had an oven and when we got this motorhome about a year ago we thought the "convection" microwave was also...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-24-2005, 05:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,988
Posted By Snowwing
Anybody ever change from a three burner (Magic...

Anybody ever change from a three burner (Magic Chef)cooktop to a cooktop and oven combo? I would like to add an oven cooktop/oven combo to my 2000 Journey.
Thanks in advance for the advice.
RC
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