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Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-02-2017, 05:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,534
Posted By Ron Postma
On the 450 unit they are on the lower side where...

On the 450 unit they are on the lower side where the two loop pumps are located. They are right at the side of the unit and on mine are brass. The pumps are connected to the check valves. Between...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-28-2017, 05:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,534
Posted By Ron Postma
It sounds like you have a bad check valve. It...

It sounds like you have a bad check valve. It must be stuck open allowing the hot boiler fluid to circulate by convection through the radiator. Check the aqua hot control panel to make sure the...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-30-2017, 09:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,975
Posted By Ron Postma
Long term full time parking

I will be living in my coach parked for 6 months. I will run my diesel generator every month under load. Do I need to do the same with the engine? What else should I do while it is parked?
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-04-2017, 06:55 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,899
Posted By Ron Postma
After looking at his picture doesn't it look like...

After looking at his picture doesn't it look like these are the new slide rails. They are too narrow than the ones on my coach. They are differently the new style rails.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-04-2017, 06:48 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,899
Posted By Ron Postma
Were they moving the slide in and out with the...

Were they moving the slide in and out with the jacks up and not running the motor? Never never never deploy the slides without leveling the coach with the jacks, and with the motor running. This is...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-01-2017, 03:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,643
Posted By Ron Postma
Have the dealer test all the batteries. It...

Have the dealer test all the batteries. It doesn't matter when they were made. What matters is if they have been abused. Take your time on the PDI maybe a full day or two. Check all systems. ...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 03-09-2017, 05:20 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,356
Posted By Ron Postma
Here is the charts for the stock tires. The ones...

Here is the charts for the stock tires. The ones in yellow highlight. The top is the tag and drive, and the third from the top is the steer.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 03-09-2017, 04:55 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,356
Posted By Ron Postma
Don't go above 120 psi this is the max air...

Don't go above 120 psi this is the max air pressure of the tires. I run 115 steer 95 in the drive and 90 in the tag. If you run 120 in all tires you will not have any issues but the ride will be...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-06-2017, 06:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,786
Posted By Ron Postma
Rick Fox it is very helpful if you could tell us...

Rick Fox it is very helpful if you could tell us what model and year your coach is. It sounds to me you you have 6 AGM batteries you have a Tour. If so you need to check how your inverter charger...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 03-06-2017, 06:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,849
Posted By Ron Postma
Yes you need to update the SD card out of the...

Yes you need to update the SD card out of the unit. What size is your SD card? If you have the 8gig all you need to do is to install the Dock software in your computer, insert the SD card, and...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 02-27-2017, 02:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,849
Posted By Ron Postma
Map updates are available all the time. I put my...

Map updates are available all the time. I put my SD card into my computer and check using the dock app. There is always something to update. Usually it is just construction updates but you could...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-18-2017, 06:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,926
Posted By Ron Postma
If you remove the foam pad at the head of the bed...

If you remove the foam pad at the head of the bed a California King fits perfectly.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 02-17-2017, 12:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,849
Posted By Ron Postma
What size SD card is in your GPS. Mine came with...

What size SD card is in your GPS. Mine came with a 4 gig which I needed to upgrade to a 8 gig. If you try and upgrade the 4 gig it will give you a phone number to call to get it upgraded. I called...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 02-09-2017, 07:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,893
Posted By Ron Postma
Your aqua hot exhaust is on the drivers side...

Your aqua hot exhaust is on the drivers side rear. There is a chrome exhaust pipe that looks like the generator exhaust pipe. Go onto the aqua hot web site and look for a repair center near you. If...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-04-2017, 06:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,273
Posted By Ron Postma
Looks like from the picture he has a SWM style...

Looks like from the picture he has a SWM style LNB. If it is Directv and has a SWM3 LNB you run only one coax and one control cable. In the coach you have a 21 volt injector power supply and the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-27-2017, 07:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,190
Posted By Ron Postma
Not on 2011 and I believe 2012. Our 2014 do have...

Not on 2011 and I believe 2012. Our 2014 do have a power slide because the non powered slides were very very hard to pull out.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-15-2017, 08:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,793
Posted By Ron Postma
Where do we get replacement TriMark keys?

Where do we get replacement TriMark keys?
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-08-2017, 07:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,793
Posted By Ron Postma
Adding exterior Keypad to 42QD

Has anyone added an exterior keypad to their keyless entry system? I would like to have a means to open the coach in case the keys or fobs are locked into the coach.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-27-2016, 07:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,893
Posted By Ron Postma
Turn on a tap using hot water. Then go outside...

Turn on a tap using hot water. Then go outside and make sure the diesel burner in running. The exhaust will be hot and you should smell diesel. Next go to the compartment where the Aquahot unit is...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-18-2016, 04:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,915
Posted By Ron Postma
I have a 2014 Tour 42QD and it does not have the...

I have a 2014 Tour 42QD and it does not have the pullout linen closet. The space below the door opening is available in this model. I believe when they put the pullout in they had to keep it above...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-09-2016, 02:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,153
Posted By Ron Postma
I have a Sprint Plan that I got from...

I have a Sprint Plan that I got from Unlimitedville.com. Its $45.00 per month unlimited data. The only catch is you need to be a business and its a 2 year contract. I have had it for over a year...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-09-2016, 09:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,153
Posted By Ron Postma
What do you do when you do not have T-Mobile...

What do you do when you do not have T-Mobile coverage but have weak in park WiFi? A WiFiRanger can bring in weak signals and make them usable.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-08-2016, 08:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,153
Posted By Ron Postma
Yes Lv2Roam2 that would be a great help. Any...

Yes Lv2Roam2 that would be a great help. Any info on routing to the AV cabinet would help. You can email pix to [email protected]
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-29-2016, 02:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,153
Posted By Ron Postma
It is all electric residential fridge.

It is all electric residential fridge.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-29-2016, 01:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,153
Posted By Ron Postma
2014 Tour 42QD roof penetration

I am getting ready to install a WiFiRanger on my roof and I am trying to figure how to penetrate the roof. Does anyone know if there is a conduit running from where the satellite coaxes enter the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-03-2016, 09:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,664
Posted By Ron Postma
Have the same coach and what he describes is...

Have the same coach and what he describes is normal. ATS switching. The only advice I could pass on is turn off heavy loads prior to plugging in or unplugging to minimize stress on ATS relay...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-25-2016, 06:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,045
Posted By Ron Postma
The trim was nailed on using a 1 1/2" air nailer....

The trim was nailed on using a 1 1/2" air nailer. I could not get them out I had to cut them off. The hardwood trim would not let me get them out. The nails used are too weak to knock out with a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-25-2016, 05:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,045
Posted By Ron Postma
If it is like my Tour 42QD you have to pry the...

If it is like my Tour 42QD you have to pry the trim off on each side. Under the trim are 4 screws that hold it in. I glued some magnets I got from HomeDepot on the back of the trim and it now...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-12-2016, 07:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,467
Posted By Ron Postma
I just did mine myself. I purchased the kit that...

I just did mine myself. I purchased the kit that comes with a gauge and 20 oz of freon. It is very easy to do and almost fool proof with the gauge. The only issue is if it needs a lot of freon it...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 08-26-2016, 07:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,035
Posted By Ron Postma
You install the Rand McNally Dock application. ...

You install the Rand McNally Dock application. You can find it here Rand McNally Support Dock Software (https://www.randmcnally.com/support/s/dock-software). Once you have it installed you remove...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-17-2016, 06:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,234
Posted By Ron Postma
Your AC issue could also be that the condensation...

Your AC issue could also be that the condensation pump could be bad. I have heard that they go bad. The speed up hill is normal. The dryer we find that 120 min drys most things towels take a little...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-01-2016, 12:49 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 16,415
Posted By Ron Postma
Thank you very much ELECTRA 225

Thank you very much ELECTRA 225
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-31-2016, 06:11 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 16,415
Posted By Ron Postma
Electra 225 please share with us your method for...

Electra 225 please share with us your method for the slides please.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 05-30-2016, 01:09 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,556
Posted By Ron Postma
Mine took a dump also. I was unwilling to wait...

Mine took a dump also. I was unwilling to wait for Winnebago warranty. One trip in to see that it was broken and another trip to get it replaced. The Winnebago dealers here in Austin TX quoted me...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-30-2016, 12:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,518
Posted By Ron Postma
Thank you for this information. I did additional...

Thank you for this information. I did additional research and found many instances where this fixed the problem. I love this site you can find solutions for almost anything.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-26-2016, 07:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,518
Posted By Ron Postma
Yes we are on concrete right now. I have also...

Yes we are on concrete right now. I have also heart the sounds when on gravel. But it seems louder now while we are on concrete. I will try the pads and see if this helps.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-26-2016, 12:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,518
Posted By Ron Postma
Creaking and popping while on jacks.

I have a 2014 Tour 42QD. Lately when we camp and put the jacks down we hear interment creaking and popping sounds when we walk around inside the coach. The sounds come from both the front and back. ...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-25-2016, 06:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,390
Posted By Ron Postma
Mine are the factory LED units, not the...

Mine are the factory LED units, not the incandescent units. They do not look like the pictures. Do you pull them down or twist?
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-20-2016, 10:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,390
Posted By Ron Postma
Does anyone know how to remove the LED ceiling...

Does anyone know how to remove the LED ceiling fixtures in a 2014 Tour? I want to clean the one above the monitor compartment. It looks like some water got into it.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-14-2016, 10:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,832
Posted By Ron Postma
Michelin XZA2 295 80 R22.5 I was unable to weigh...

Michelin XZA2 295 80 R22.5 I was unable to weigh individual tires just front combined and tag and drive combined. Some examples would help.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-14-2016, 09:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,832
Posted By Ron Postma
Help setting tire pressure on Tour 42QD

I have a 2014 Tour and I am needing help setting tire pressure. When I weigh it the front was 14850 lbs and the rear was 23900 lbs. According to the tire chart the fronts should be set to about 113...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-11-2016, 09:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,274
Posted By Ron Postma
This is exactly how it works. It disengages the...

This is exactly how it works. It disengages the lock when you stop so if you need to let someone out at a stop you can open the door. I have the opposite problem I have a air leak when the lock is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-17-2016, 07:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,475
Posted By Ron Postma
A stupid question but doesn't the Generator have...

A stupid question but doesn't the Generator have a power slide out. My 2014 has one does the 2012 have the same.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 01-18-2016, 05:53 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 16,844
Posted By Ron Postma
RandMcSam when will the DOCK application be...

RandMcSam when will the DOCK application be upgraded to support OS X El Capitan for Mac? It has been out for a very long time.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 01-09-2016, 02:01 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 16,844
Posted By Ron Postma
For people with NAV start up issues make sure the...

For people with NAV start up issues make sure the SD card is not locked. There is a very small slide switch on the card that locks it. If it is locked the NAV app will not start up.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 12-02-2015, 09:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,873
Posted By Ron Postma
Steve how much do they cost?

Steve how much do they cost?
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-28-2015, 07:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,582
Posted By Ron Postma
Freightliner Info Display Manual

I found the Freightliner Info Display manual online but it is too big to upload (4.6meg) but if you want a copy PM me with your email address and I will send it to you.
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