Journey with Confidence RV GPS App RV Trip Planner RV LIFE Campground Reviews RV Maintenance Take a Speed Test Free 7 Day Trial ×
 

Go Back   Winnebago Owners Online Community > Search Forums
Reload this Page Search Results
winnieowners.com
Click Here to Login
Register FilesRegistry Blogs FAQ Community Calendar Today's Posts Log in

Join Forest River Forums Today
Page 1 of 10 1 2345678910
Showing results 1 to 50 of 471
Search took 0.07 seconds. Search: Posts Made By: emiddleb
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-13-2024, 05:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 222
Posted By emiddleb
Agreed. When I first got my Vectra I found the...

Agreed. When I first got my Vectra I found the term "Aux Batteries" to be confusing... Aux to what? They are the primary house batteries. I tend to think of them as "House" batteries for the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-13-2024, 01:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 222
Posted By emiddleb
First guess... your battery disconnect switch is...

First guess... your battery disconnect switch is turned off. Often called the salesman switch (dash right of gauges.) This turns off the 12v house stuff (lights etc) but also turns off the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-30-2024, 07:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 317
Posted By emiddleb
The info you are looking for is in the...

The info you are looking for is in the Freightliner RV Driver Manual. Checking around, they seem to only have the most recent version posted (2023 etc.) You might be able to find one more...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-28-2024, 09:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 537
Posted By emiddleb
Check Amazon for "SouthCo C3 latches". There...

Check Amazon for "SouthCo C3 latches". There are a variety of them in different sizes and pull-weights. They are what I used when some of mine broke. Measure yours to ensure you order the correct...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-03-2024, 01:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 331
Posted By emiddleb
Yes, sorry, I misunderstood the issue. Morich...

Yes, sorry, I misunderstood the issue. Morich has the right call on this.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-03-2024, 10:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 331
Posted By emiddleb
The first thing to do is wipe down the extended...

The first thing to do is wipe down the extended ram and spray it with silicone spray. Others say use something like hydraulic fluid, but in either case the idea is to make sure it's as clean and...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-03-2024, 08:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 840
Posted By emiddleb
Yes, it's an engine coolant heater.

Yes, it's an engine coolant heater.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-02-2024, 04:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 483
Posted By emiddleb
I've found it really helps that, at the start of...

I've found it really helps that, at the start of the season, I give all the awning joints a big shot of silicone spray to both lube them and flush out any dirt. Really makes a difference. Hit all...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-22-2024, 09:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 840
Posted By emiddleb
Congrats on fixing the issue. My instructions...

Congrats on fixing the issue. My instructions were from memory (grey hair) and sorry that they were a touch off. The TripTek is a 3rd party product installed by Winnebago on some DPs of that era,...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-22-2024, 07:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 840
Posted By emiddleb
You probably have the TripTek system. The one...

You probably have the TripTek system. The one that overlays your backup camera view with info about the trip.

THERE IS NO SENSOR. The TripTek maintenance reminders are based on elapsed...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-22-2023, 08:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,813
Posted By emiddleb
When I had mine done (due to a cracked...

When I had mine done (due to a cracked windshield) I went to Duncan RV Systems in Elkhart, IN. There are two businesses next door to each other, one is an RV repair (who pulled my glass and rebuilt...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-11-2023, 02:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 259
Posted By emiddleb
I believe the switches are missing their labels -...

I believe the switches are missing their labels - Accent and Valance per a picture I saw in a user manual on page 8-2.

Possibly they control some of your accent lighting. There is supposedly some...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-22-2023, 07:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 334
Posted By emiddleb
Pretty sure that Winnebago buys the complete...

Pretty sure that Winnebago buys the complete mirror assembly from Velvac and just installs it on the RV. I doubt very much they would have component parts for the mirror. Not sure how they work the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-02-2023, 07:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 547
Posted By emiddleb
What level of power are you plugged into? The...

What level of power are you plugged into? The EMS panel doesn't show amps when you are plugged into 50amp shore power. It will show amps when plugged into 30amp/20amp. Are the other lights lit on...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-02-2023, 07:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 631
Posted By emiddleb
Congrats on the fix!

Congrats on the fix!
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-13-2023, 01:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 796
Posted By emiddleb
Most likely and easiest to check is a failure of...

Most likely and easiest to check is a failure of the switch that detects the door opening/closing. Not familiar with your specific model, but look at the hinge side of the main door for a couple of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-24-2023, 12:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 739
Posted By emiddleb
The OP's 2006 Vectra has an older/different...

The OP's 2006 Vectra has an older/different system... a Powerline EMS system. On ours we cannot set 50amp... it's either there or not as recognized by the sensor board. The only control we have is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-24-2023, 12:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 739
Posted By emiddleb
One easy thing to check first before breaking out...

One easy thing to check first before breaking out the volt meter...

Go to your 120v breaker box in the bedroom and make sure all the breakers are 'on.' Even flip them off/on to make sure they are...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 06-14-2023, 01:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 949
Posted By emiddleb
Maybe a hitch mount for a BBQ grill?

Maybe a hitch mount for a BBQ grill?
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-29-2023, 08:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 617
Posted By emiddleb
When it comes to the Vectra, different HP options...

When it comes to the Vectra, different HP options based on length and chassis. You didn't specify a year, but on my 04 there was a 330 hp Cat for the 36' model, but the 40' models had choices of 330...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-13-2023, 05:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 695
Posted By emiddleb
Usually the rocker switch runs to a control box...

Usually the rocker switch runs to a control box which does the actual work powering the awning. If that's your setup, maybe the wiring issue is there. Often just one motor with the control box...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-13-2023, 07:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 624
Posted By emiddleb
I'm assuming you are talking about a front...

I'm assuming you are talking about a front over-the-driver TV? If so, usually there is at strap that wraps around the TV left-to-right about mid-way back. On mine, I needed a long socket to get up...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-04-2023, 12:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,175
Posted By emiddleb
:D There's no better fix than an easy fix!

:D There's no better fix than an easy fix!
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-03-2023, 02:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,175
Posted By emiddleb
I've never had to dig into this as mine has been...

I've never had to dig into this as mine has been working fine so far, but here are a couple docs that I received when I went to Camp Freightliner years back... may help. Based on this, looks like...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-02-2023, 07:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 631
Posted By emiddleb
Some thoughts... Make sure all the 120v...

Some thoughts...

Make sure all the 120v breakers are turned on, flipping them a time or two to clear them. The system display is based on measuring voltages in your breaker panel, and even if you...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-02-2023, 09:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 745
Posted By emiddleb
There's a user over at the iRV2 forums named...

There's a user over at the iRV2 forums named AZPete who works for HWH and in the past has been very willing to help owners. Might check over there... he posts his contact info/phone etc.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-20-2023, 07:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,512
Posted By emiddleb
Your surround sound amplifier is fixed-output. ...

Your surround sound amplifier is fixed-output. It depends upon the source (TV, radio etc) to control the volume. All it does is boost the sound and send it to the various speakers. That's why it...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-19-2023, 07:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,512
Posted By emiddleb
You may need to go into the TV's audio settings...

You may need to go into the TV's audio settings and do something to change it from internal speakers to external speakers.
Forum: Welcome Mat 03-14-2023, 07:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 359
Posted By emiddleb
Headlights - the turn signal stalk on the...

Headlights - the turn signal stalk on the steering column is also your low/high headlight switch. Pull it towards you for high beams, push away (towards the dash) for low beams.

Water - should be...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-02-2023, 07:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 723
Posted By emiddleb
Your 50amp protector will work fine on the 30 amp...

Your 50amp protector will work fine on the 30 amp circuit, so it's simple. Your RV cord into the surge protector, the surge protector into the dogbone, and the dogbone to the shore pedestal 30amp...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 01-04-2023, 10:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 962
Posted By emiddleb
Your microwave plugs into its own outlet in the...

Your microwave plugs into its own outlet in the cabinet to the left of the microwave. I'm sure you know this as you mentioned unplugging it and trying a separate power cord.

You have two GFIs on...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-19-2022, 10:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,347
Posted By emiddleb
Here's mine on an 04 Vectra 40KD... in the...

Here's mine on an 04 Vectra 40KD... in the electrical bay.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-18-2022, 04:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,347
Posted By emiddleb
The switch controls the engine block heater,...

The switch controls the engine block heater, which is powered by a cord that plugs into an outlet. Yours is a different floorplan than mine, but on mine it's in the top right of the power bay above...
Forum: Welcome Mat 11-20-2022, 02:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 400
Posted By emiddleb
Have you located and checked the lights in the...

Have you located and checked the lights in the HWH control box to see if there is an error indicated? There are about 8 or 9 fuses in the box and lights that tell if any are blown, not getting power...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-16-2022, 07:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 694
Posted By emiddleb
Several years back I spoke to Freightliner...

Several years back I spoke to Freightliner support about backing my Vectra into my garage aired down (due to clearance issues.) They responded that a short straight back in/out was ok. They also...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-12-2022, 04:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 568
Posted By emiddleb
There was this one too in his list of threads... ...

There was this one too in his list of threads...

https://www.winnieowners.com/forums/f259/changing-heater-core-2001-horizon-17963.html

but it also doesn't have the info. Battchief mentions in...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-12-2022, 03:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 568
Posted By emiddleb
https://www.winnieowners.com/forums/f263/journey-h...

https://www.winnieowners.com/forums/f263/journey-heater-core-leaked-found-and-fixed-4906.html
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-05-2022, 08:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 400
Posted By emiddleb
I have had mixed results with several brands, so...

I have had mixed results with several brands, so I'll leave specific recommendations to others.

IMHO based on prior experience there are a couple things to remember... best if you cover any roof...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-16-2022, 03:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 839
Posted By emiddleb
Your surround sound system (River Park) is a...

Your surround sound system (River Park) is a fixed output amplifier. It is dependent upon the TV (or radio) to adjust the sound up and down. The problem is that your TV is sending a fixed sound...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-14-2022, 04:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 884
Posted By emiddleb
There are a variety of 3rd party makers of seals....

There are a variety of 3rd party makers of seals. The biggest thing you need to do is pull out enough of your existing one so that you can see the style/shape of it and take some measurements.
...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-26-2022, 07:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 645
Posted By emiddleb
On most, Auto will give priority to electric and...

On most, Auto will give priority to electric and switch to gas when electric isn't present. This helps keep thing cold while you are away and the power goes out. Power goes out, it switches to gas,...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-09-2022, 07:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,025
Posted By emiddleb
Pick a forum (probably class C owners best for...

Pick a forum (probably class C owners best for your question on your Minnie Winnie.)

https://www.winnieowners.com/forums/f265/

At the top left, a bit down, is a "New Thread" button right above...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-09-2022, 12:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,025
Posted By emiddleb
Really need to know your specific year/make/model...

Really need to know your specific year/make/model of RV.

I noticed in your profile you have a Minnie Winnie. You may have something different than we are discussing. We are talking about DPs...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-05-2022, 07:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 828
Posted By emiddleb
Honestly, my experience with the same year/model...

Honestly, my experience with the same year/model has been that your basement system is working about as expected. With temps above 100, getting the inside down to 75-85 is pretty normal. Power...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-04-2022, 09:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 828
Posted By emiddleb
I did slightly misspeak in #2 - you don't check...

I did slightly misspeak in #2 - you don't check the outside air temp, you check the inside air at the return air intake and compare it to what's coming out of the ceiling vents. It's a closed...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-04-2022, 08:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 828
Posted By emiddleb
Well, I can't help you with specific service guys...

Well, I can't help you with specific service guys in your area, but let's talk about your issues.

1) Any auto A/C guy should be able to work on your dash A/C. Pretty standard stuff there. If...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-03-2022, 02:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 828
Posted By emiddleb
You should post a bit more info to get the right...

You should post a bit more info to get the right advice.

Generally, you are going to need two or three different types of RV techs/shops for your rig - one to handle the chassis/tranny/engine...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-01-2022, 09:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,025
Posted By emiddleb
Yes, I have to deflate my air bags to fit into my...

Yes, I have to deflate my air bags to fit into my 12' door. I get all lined up, then drop air and straight back at "garage speed." Once I'm lowered I can't turn my front wheels much without rubbing...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-16-2022, 07:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,011
Posted By emiddleb
Common ground broken?

Common ground broken?
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 07-11-2022, 12:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,458
Posted By emiddleb
One thing to check... try reaching a hand inside...

One thing to check... try reaching a hand inside the rear cap near where the ducts run up from the A/C to the roof vents. If you feel A/C cold air, then some of the taping around the ducts might...
Showing results 1 to 50 of 471
Page 1 of 10 1 2345678910

 
Forum Jump
» Featured Campgrounds

Reviews provided by

Disclaimer:

This website is not affiliated with or endorsed by Winnebago Industries or any of its affiliates. This is an independent, unofficial site.


All times are GMT -6. The time now is 07:12 PM.

Contact Us - Winnebago Owners - Archive - RVLife - Community Rules - Terms of Service - Privacy - Accessibility - Top

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8 Beta 1
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.