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Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-25-2008, 04:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 16,920
Posted By Carnles
Reprogramming my SCS is slightly different than...

Reprogramming my SCS is slightly different than what Chris describes. First you have to cycle the ignition key on and off. Then you hold the program button on the box for 4 seconds. Then you push...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-25-2008, 04:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,214
Posted By Carnles
We have a 42" Samsung LCD and a 22" Sony LCD and...

We have a 42" Samsung LCD and a 22" Sony LCD and we haven't had any problems with either, even after many miles of bumpy highway driving.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-17-2008, 04:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,914
Posted By Carnles
I have "eternabonded" most of my roof (I still...

I have "eternabonded" most of my roof (I still have the driver's side left to do) and the peace of mind that I have received from doing that is priceless. I would rather prevent a leak then find one...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-14-2008, 08:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,365
Posted By Carnles
We had a new couch put in our Tour and luckily it...

We had a new couch put in our Tour and luckily it fit through the door but if it had not they were going to have to take out the windshield. Maybe another option is to push out the emergency escape...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-25-2008, 12:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,084
Posted By Carnles
Yes, Tim, exact same problem. Only we were in a...

Yes, Tim, exact same problem. Only we were in a campground and had to wait two extra days for the new pump to be shipped in. HWH paid for most of the repair cost, though. That was a year ago, and...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-25-2008, 10:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,759
Posted By Carnles
I also replaced the glass in the doors with wire...

I also replaced the glass in the doors with wire mesh I got at Home Depot (or maybe Lowe's I'm not sure now). I have added a Playstation 3 in the passenger side compartment after I modified both...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-25-2008, 10:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,642
Posted By Carnles
I tried the inverter trick that John mentioned...

I tried the inverter trick that John mentioned and it ran for about an hour before the batteries were too depleted and it shut down. Then the charger did go into bulk charge mode and charged the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-24-2008, 06:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,642
Posted By Carnles
Thanks guys, I will try this and let you know how...

Thanks guys, I will try this and let you know how it goes.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-24-2008, 02:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,642
Posted By Carnles
Currently I am noticing that my house batteries...

Currently I am noticing that my house batteries are only charging to 12.8-13.0 volts when previously they had been holding a charge around 13.2-13.5 volts. I know there have been numerous problems...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-24-2008, 02:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,642
Posted By Carnles
Currently I am noticing that my house batteries...

Currently I am noticing that my house batteries are only charging to 12.8-13.0 volts when previously they had been holding a charge around 13.2-13.5 volts. I know there have been numerous problems...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-29-2008, 07:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,142
Posted By Carnles
I replaced my front TV with a 40" LCD...I did...

I replaced my front TV with a 40" LCD...I did have to rebuild the cabinet a little. I have posted pics on the photo section if you look in my photos (carrollwhite gallery).
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-27-2008, 03:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,243
Posted By Carnles
We had the same problem in front of the shower...

We had the same problem in front of the shower and had it fixed under warranty a few months back. It is now coming loose again and the DW is fed up and wants to install some other flooring (maybe...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-27-2008, 03:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,794
Posted By Carnles
Just thinking off the top of my head the fuse may...

Just thinking off the top of my head the fuse may be in the compartment below the driver's side window. I'm at work so I can't go look but I think that's where those fuses are.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-14-2008, 05:33 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 12,231
Posted By Carnles
SteveG that is hilarious!!!!!!!!...

SteveG that is hilarious!!!!!!!! https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/laugh.gif It doesn sound like a great idea.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-14-2008, 05:31 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,511
Posted By Carnles
Higgins, I know how you feel. I have had all the...

Higgins, I know how you feel. I have had all the warranty service done at my selling dealer and I have had to return numerous times for the same problem (part was wrong color, lost it in our...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-09-2008, 03:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,709
Posted By Carnles
Anyone know what TV signal(s) the outside cable...

Anyone know what TV signal(s) the outside cable connection passes? I looked in the manuals but couldn't find the answer. I have a hunch it's just the antenna since there isn't a button on the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-09-2008, 03:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,709
Posted By Carnles
Anyone know what TV signal(s) the outside cable...

Anyone know what TV signal(s) the outside cable connection passes? I looked in the manuals but couldn't find the answer. I have a hunch it's just the antenna since there isn't a button on the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-24-2008, 06:20 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,400
Posted By Carnles
I had the same problem...maybe not as drastic as...

I had the same problem...maybe not as drastic as some noted here because my hood didn't fall completely off. It was repaired at Camping World under warranty with just the fiberglass epoxy and so far...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-21-2008, 05:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,932
Posted By Carnles
Same thing happened to me but I called Coachnet...

Same thing happened to me but I called Coachnet and they mentioned it to me. Those GFI's are the same color as the cover plate so I didn't notice them until that happened.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-20-2008, 04:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,152
Posted By Carnles
I agree with all the rest...I use the Brake Buddy...

I agree with all the rest...I use the Brake Buddy system. It isn't that hard to set up for use and works like a charm. Legally, most states require a supplemental brake system for anything over...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-14-2008, 02:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,216
Posted By Carnles
Just so no one is left out in the cold...

Just so no one is left out in the cold (literally), the abovementioned fix worked for two days...we are currently awaiting a locksmith to help us get back into our RV. I will post the final...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-14-2008, 02:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,405
Posted By Carnles
Nice...I see the strip of maple you used to cover...

Nice...I see the strip of maple you used to cover the cables. Did you also put up the molding and trim above the door? That looks nice...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-14-2008, 02:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,492
Posted By Carnles
When I installed an LCD TV on a swivel bracket I...

When I installed an LCD TV on a swivel bracket I also modified the cabinet assembly (the LCD TV was too big to fit into the TV hole) so I put four little decorative corner pieces on the cabinet...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 04-14-2008, 01:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,115
Posted By Carnles
Higgins-- On my Tour I can access the back...

Higgins--

On my Tour I can access the back of the tv by removing the plastic cover over the dash that closes in the bottom of the tv compartment. To do this, I had to remove a plastic vent cover,...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-12-2008, 10:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,405
Posted By Carnles
Arne-- One question I have about your...

Arne--

One question I have about your install is how did you get the cable connection to the back of the TV? I have yet to figure out how wiring is run in the walls of my RV...something I may...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-12-2008, 10:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,685
Posted By Carnles
CaptBill-- That's a great looking job on the...

CaptBill--

That's a great looking job on the installation and a very clever idea to move the thermostat. Great job in my book. https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/thumb.gif
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-12-2008, 05:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,485
Posted By Carnles
Sorry, Richard, no experience with that. That...

Sorry, Richard, no experience with that. That gives me a good idea. The factory speakers could use a little help. The woofer in my Tour rattles the wood panel that the propane detector is mounted...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-12-2008, 01:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,216
Posted By Carnles
NCTom-- A mobile repair guy came and tore...

NCTom--

A mobile repair guy came and tore apart the lock (and put a nice little scratch on the outside of the door in the process). It seemed to be a simple bit of mechanics with no cause that...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-12-2008, 08:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,216
Posted By Carnles
OK...I need some help with my entry door. The...

OK...I need some help with my entry door. The mechanism works when I open the door from the inside but not from the outside. I have tried spraying some liquid wrench in there and that didn't help. ...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-12-2008, 08:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,216
Posted By Carnles
OK...I need some help with my entry door. The...

OK...I need some help with my entry door. The mechanism works when I open the door from the inside but not from the outside. I have tried spraying some liquid wrench in there and that didn't help. ...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-09-2008, 11:41 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,648
Posted By Carnles
I also just completed installing a 40" Samsung...

I also just completed installing a 40" Samsung LCD TV and I had to rework the storage compartment openings and the cabinetry around the TV since it fits on front of the cabinets. I, too, would post...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-09-2008, 11:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,315
Posted By Carnles
I also had to re-aim my lights...that made a...

I also had to re-aim my lights...that made a drastic improvement. I don't know if I aimed them too high (I haven't gotten any angry flashes from head-on traffic) but they work much better now. I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-09-2008, 11:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,405
Posted By Carnles
Arne that looks great!!!!!! And I was just...

Arne that looks great!!!!!! And I was just patting myself on the back for replacing my front TV with a 40" LCD and enclosing that in a new cabinet. Now I feel totally inadequate. ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-02-2008, 06:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,554
Posted By Carnles
LK23, yes the Samsung was wider by about 4" if I...

LK23, yes the Samsung was wider by about 4" if I remember correctly. That's why I had to resize the cabinet openings on either side of the TV.

I will post the photos as soon as I can get to the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-01-2008, 06:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,554
Posted By Carnles
I replaced the 27" stock TV in our Tour (KD...

I replaced the 27" stock TV in our Tour (KD floorplan) with a 40" Samsung LCD TV. Like John said, it did require a little cabinet rework (new surround for the TV and resizing the storage areas and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-22-2008, 02:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,985
Posted By Carnles
10 mpg...that's phenomenal! We have been...

10 mpg...that's phenomenal! We have been averaging around 6 mpg now for the first 10,000 miles in our Tour towing a CRV. I thought that was good....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-07-2008, 05:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,035
Posted By Carnles
Hi all-- I just removed our front TV and...

Hi all--

I just removed our front TV and replaced it with a 40" LCD TV. The hardest part was getting the old TV out with the wife and I lifting it out of the enclosure. I built some 2x4 braces...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-10-2008, 05:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,024
Posted By Carnles
T Busch, I had exactly the same problem and the...

T Busch, I had exactly the same problem and the EMS control board was the culprit. Once a new board was installed it worked perfectly.

Once you do get the 50 amp indication, you will not see any...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-01-2007, 09:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,889
Posted By Carnles
I agree with John about pre-ordering repair...

I agree with John about pre-ordering repair parts. I have had several minor repairs in which I was able to accurately diagnose the fault and suggest the needed part but the dealer where we get our...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-17-2007, 04:25 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,043
Posted By Carnles
Galena-- We have a 2006 Tour with the KD...

Galena--

We have a 2006 Tour with the KD floorplan...we have not had any problems with our basement air during the first six months and I am not sure what "travel bars" are.

We have been very...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-08-2007, 01:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,779
Posted By Carnles
We had the beginnings of an "odor attack" this...

We had the beginnings of an "odor attack" this afternoon and immediately ran some water through the washer and the smell died right away. I believe you all made the correct deductions. Thank you...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-07-2007, 06:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,779
Posted By Carnles
Thanks for the suggestions...I'll let you know...

Thanks for the suggestions...I'll let you know what we find out. Sounds like the "quick fill" method for the washer/dryer might do the trick.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-07-2007, 02:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,779
Posted By Carnles
Periodically the DW and I will smell an odor in...

Periodically the DW and I will smell an odor in the coach that may be either the black water or grey water tank (or something else). Sometimes it is strong and sometimes just subtle and sometimes...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-07-2007, 02:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,779
Posted By Carnles
Periodically the DW and I will smell an odor in...

Periodically the DW and I will smell an odor in the coach that may be either the black water or grey water tank (or something else). Sometimes it is strong and sometimes just subtle and sometimes...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-02-2007, 05:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,585
Posted By Carnles
rvskipper-- We have a 2006 Tour 40KD and we...

rvskipper--

We have a 2006 Tour 40KD and we love it. The FD floorplan is even nicer than the KD so I'm sure you would love it. We have had few of the common problems noted here on the forum, but...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-13-2007, 06:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,055
Posted By Carnles
Congratulations, CaptainCrab, I know you will...

Congratulations, CaptainCrab, I know you will love that coach. My wife and I have a 2006 Winnie Tour 40KD that we full time in and we wouldn't trade it for anything. I love the colors of yours too....
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-15-2007, 10:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,327
Posted By Carnles
We went through three new motorhomes in an 8...

We went through three new motorhomes in an 8 month period, finally settling on our Tour. I have heard that inner voice and succumbed. It's quiet now, though...if I wanted to upgrade from here I...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 07-14-2007, 07:37 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,870
Posted By Carnles
Tom N, that sounds logical except that Richard...

Tom N, that sounds logical except that Richard 34A already said he unplugged the cable and was still getting the same channels. That tells me that the cable signal isn't getting all the way to the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-08-2007, 08:25 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,067
Posted By Carnles
amanda, the Xtend a Tee does not allow you to...

amanda, the Xtend a Tee does not allow you to fill your onboard tank. It just provides a fitting so you can run your propane system off an external tank. When you use the external tank you close...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-08-2007, 08:21 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,067
Posted By Carnles
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