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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-09-2022, 03:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 339
Posted By jspringator
I found one at a site called...

I found one at a site called https://www.owhichnwhat.com/. I'm guessing it is some sort of liquidation site.

Hope it works!
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-09-2022, 02:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 339
Posted By jspringator
2002 P32 dimmer/cruise/WW/CC switch

The dimmer switch on my 2002 P32 failed on the last trip. I wish it had failed on dim. I taped the high beams but the vehicle is essentially undriveable after dark.

I believe this is the part.
...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-06-2022, 04:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,734
Posted By jspringator
The cheapest place to start is to make sure your...

The cheapest place to start is to make sure your tire pressure matches your carried weight. Weigh the coach, fully loaded, and calculate a per tire load. Find the tire load chart for your tire size...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 05-18-2022, 07:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,141
Posted By jspringator
I have an 02 Sightseer, and it handled horribly...

I have an 02 Sightseer, and it handled horribly when I first bought it.

Here is what I did:

Replaced front springs to eliminate front airbags, 2 bell cranks, 2 bell crank arms, new poly...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-11-2022, 05:41 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,266
Posted By jspringator
Add Silkiflex 291 to the list. The problem with...

Add Silkiflex 291 to the list. The problem with covering with Eternabond is there is no way to check the seal. Then, when you are heading down the road in Northern Iowa in strong winds the roof...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-08-2022, 05:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 759
Posted By jspringator
Once you find the cushion, you may want to...

Once you find the cushion, you may want to upgrade the foam. One of these days I'll get around to doing mine.

https://foamforyou.com/custom-cut-foam
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-08-2022, 05:31 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,266
Posted By jspringator
I used 3M4200 fast cure on one side of mine last...

I used 3M4200 fast cure on one side of mine last September. A 2 foot section over the passenger window has already failed the press check. I'm going to use Locktite PL S40 to reseal the bad section...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-04-2022, 07:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,686
Posted By jspringator
I bought a Wayfair Sleep™ 6" Medium Memory Foam...

I bought a Wayfair Sleep™ 6" Medium Memory Foam Mattress in an RV size. Inexpensive, lightweight, cheap, and very comfortable.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-13-2022, 06:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 596
Posted By jspringator
Metal battery hold down is broken

The metal battery hold down on my 2002 Sightseer 27c has broken.

What can I use as a replacement?
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-22-2021, 04:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,619
Posted By jspringator
I am not anti Eternabond, but Eternabond alone is...

I am not anti Eternabond, but Eternabond alone is not strong enough to hold the roof on; it only has 1/2 inch on the top of the gutter upon which to bond. I Eternabonded mine when I bought the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-12-2021, 11:33 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,684
Posted By jspringator
Since I put so much adhesive in the channel, I...

Since I put so much adhesive in the channel, I can’t decide whether to cover the seal to protect from UV degradation or not. The down side is that you can no longer check the seal. IDK whether...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-12-2021, 08:20 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,684
Posted By jspringator
One of my Facebook friends cleans for a living. ...

One of my Facebook friends cleans for a living. I asked her what to use on fiberglass tubs since my goto, "Bam" was no longer available. She recommended the EZ off followed by RainX on the walls. ...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-11-2021, 12:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,684
Posted By jspringator
I just cleaned the roof of my 02 yesterday. I...

I just cleaned the roof of my 02 yesterday. I used EE-Z Off no fume oven cleaner and a scrub brush on a pole. Came out looking brand new. I had to order it on Amazon.

While you are on the roof...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-03-2021, 04:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,464
Posted By jspringator
Ordered!

Ordered!
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-03-2021, 04:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,052
Posted By jspringator
I'm guessing fuel pump. Mine went out around...

I'm guessing fuel pump. Mine went out around 70,000 miles.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-27-2021, 02:38 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,022
Posted By jspringator
I found this with a google search. Please note...

I found this with a google search. Please note the Loctite product they recommend takes 7 DAYS to cure. Apparently it isn't noted on the package. Practical Sailor is Consumer Reports for boats.
...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-26-2021, 05:39 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,022
Posted By jspringator
OP here. Got it home today and sealed the rest...

OP here. Got it home today and sealed the rest of the side that had the failure. I had to use a heat gun to get the Eternabond off.

All told I used almost 2 tubes of 4200 on 1 side. The other...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-23-2021, 04:47 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,022
Posted By jspringator
3M 4200 fast cure, what I used, has a 24 hour...

3M 4200 fast cure, what I used, has a 24 hour full cure time.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-22-2021, 08:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,022
Posted By jspringator
There was hardly any sealant in mine. Given the...

There was hardly any sealant in mine. Given the small amount of sealant it is not surprising it failed. It was easy to scrape out with a painters tool, then I took a lacquer thinner rag over the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-21-2021, 04:58 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,022
Posted By jspringator
Well, the decision was made for me. West Marine...

Well, the decision was made for me. West Marine did not have 5200 quick set, but did have 4200 quick set, so I used 4200. I did the portion of the pasenger side roof that lifted off, but my...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-18-2021, 07:14 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,022
Posted By jspringator
When I bought the coach, I ran a strip of a...

When I bought the coach, I ran a strip of a eternabond from the bottom of the gutter up the side of the roof. I guess I’m going to have to peel the eternabond offin order to make this repair.

I...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-17-2021, 08:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,022
Posted By jspringator
Fiberglass roof edge pulled away from gutter

While driving through a high wind area, about a 10 foot section of the fiberglass roof edge has pulled away from behind the gutter. We taped it down to (hopefully) get us home. The fiberglass...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-03-2021, 02:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,236
Posted By jspringator
Are you going to permanently mount it in the...

Are you going to permanently mount it in the generator compartment? The app starting lets you bypass having to adapt all the interior controls.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-07-2021, 04:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,254
Posted By jspringator
I use Eternabond tape for all seams on the roof. ...

I use Eternabond tape for all seams on the roof. Prep with lacquer thinner. Do it once and forget it. For windows and anything that may later have to come out, I use 3M 4000 UV. To seal or repair...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-28-2021, 06:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 585
Posted By jspringator
That will save me some money! Thanks.

That will save me some money!

Thanks.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-28-2021, 04:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 585
Posted By jspringator
Door latch cuts groove in strike; rattles

I made the mistake of shutting an extension cord in the door while charging the battery with a smart charger. The latch is cutting grooves in the strike, and the door and door rattles. I don't...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 12-07-2020, 06:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,227
Posted By jspringator
I know this is an old thread, but it is getting...

I know this is an old thread, but it is getting closer to tire time.

I could save one of my newer takeoffs, put a tube in it to keep the inside clean, and strap it into the location of the spare. ...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-07-2020, 05:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,848
Posted By jspringator
THIS! It ended up being as simple as raising the...

THIS! It ended up being as simple as raising the entire assembly. Thanks!
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-02-2020, 07:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,821
Posted By jspringator
My unit wouldn't draw antifreeze from the bottle,...

My unit wouldn't draw antifreeze from the bottle, so I had no choice but to use compressed air. I even changed the pump. No joy. I have an elaborate procedure that I feel pretty good about. Drain...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 12-02-2020, 04:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,330
Posted By jspringator
This is probably the best choice. Between...

This is probably the best choice. Between Christmas and New Years this place is packed because of Manatee viewing. Another springs off the St. Johns River that I like is Silver Glen Springs off of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-30-2020, 07:11 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,236
Posted By jspringator
The $450 Champion tested pretty well, except the...

The $450 Champion tested pretty well, except the CO issue. It was 4s and 5s in everything else.

That Wen, or something like it with an app for starting would be a good Onan replacement. I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-29-2020, 07:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,236
Posted By jspringator
You have to be a member to access the entire...

You have to be a member to access the entire thing, but this has some info.

https://www.consumerreports.org/portable-generators/best-portable-generators-of-the-year/
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-29-2020, 06:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,236
Posted By jspringator
Consumer Reports recently tested portable...

Consumer Reports recently tested portable gensets. Apparently there is a new government standard re CO emissions on these gensets. IIRC the Honda emitted too much CO to be rated acceptable. Some...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-04-2020, 08:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,023
Posted By jspringator
I used a citrus based solvent and a stiff red...

I used a citrus based solvent and a stiff red harbor freight scraper to get mine off. I should say some of mine off. It is quite the job.
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-17-2020, 04:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,603
Posted By jspringator
An EU2000 reliably ran the AC on my 33 foot Jayco...

An EU2000 reliably ran the AC on my 33 foot Jayco Eagle at 800 feet above seal level. There are a couple of tricks, though. Make sure the fridge and WH are on gas, click off the breaker to the...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 05-13-2020, 04:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,485
Posted By jspringator
Eternabond every joint and seam on the roof . If...

Eternabond every joint and seam on the roof . If you do it now, you won't run the risk of missing something. Do it once with Eternabond, and check it every year.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-18-2019, 07:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,848
Posted By jspringator
It's at the shop right now for a few odds and...

It's at the shop right now for a few odds and ends that will come up on a 17 yo MH. I'll try it when I get it back,

Thanks for your help.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-08-2019, 06:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,848
Posted By jspringator
Yes. The deadbolt itself has sagged so it...

Yes.

The deadbolt itself has sagged so it catches on the inside of the door when I attempt to lock the door.

I thought it might be a common problem.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-07-2019, 06:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,848
Posted By jspringator
Bolt on door bolt lock will not lock

The bolt lock on my entryway door lock has fallen below the lip of the door latch and will not extend to lock the door.

Is there any fix for this?
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 03-11-2019, 05:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,227
Posted By jspringator
Is 225/70R19.5 tire likely to be carried on service truck?

I'm debating whether or not to carry a spare. I would like to remove the spare, save 200 pounds so I can carrry a 380 pound motorcycle on a hitch carrier. Right now I'm limited to 400 pounds dead...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-11-2019, 04:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,037
Posted By jspringator
I bought 6 Hankook AH 11 from Simple Tire for...

I bought 6 Hankook AH 11 from Simple Tire for $1,471, including shipping and FET back in November 2015. I had them shipped to my house, and I put them in the MH and took them to my installer. ...
Forum: Vintage Rigs - Retro is cool! 11-28-2018, 04:40 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,352
Posted By jspringator
Just have a mobile locksmith make you a couple of...

Just have a mobile locksmith make you a couple of keys. You will need them anyway. I know with motorcycles there are ways to get title to untitled bikes in certain states, then transfer that title...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 11-14-2018, 05:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,592
Posted By jspringator
I looked for a long time before I found my 27'...

I looked for a long time before I found my 27' Winnebago Class A. Most of them were much larger. I had a 33' TT that was way too big. I would have been happy with a shorter C, except I was afraid of...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 11-03-2018, 06:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,531
Posted By jspringator
I'm kind of late to the party, but I was there...

I'm kind of late to the party, but I was there (Pensacola) the week after Michael. No issues, except Ft. Pickens was closed. Stayed in a couple of Walmarts and Big Lagoon State Park.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-01-2018, 06:19 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,304
Posted By jspringator
The great thing about Eternabond is that removal...

The great thing about Eternabond is that removal of the old caulk isn't required. It goes over and around the old caulk. Be sure and use laquer thinner as a cleaner, and knead the tape into the...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-31-2018, 04:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,775
Posted By jspringator
Should be OK. I would Eternabond over all roof...

Should be OK. I would Eternabond over all roof caulking as soon as I could.

You are right to be concerned. I bought a leftover that had received no maintenance, and it developed a bad leak. ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-14-2018, 05:37 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 610
Posted By jspringator
Outside outlet leaking

I have what looks to be delam under the exterior electrical outlet. Do I just need to replace the cover? Are they the same as everyone else uses?

Thanks.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-07-2018, 01:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,369
Posted By jspringator
I just installed a Xantrex digital echo charge....

I just installed a Xantrex digital echo charge. It uses the converter to charge the starting battery. I got it from Amazon.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-23-2018, 07:38 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 702
Posted By jspringator
Bolt lock won't slide out of housing

The bolt appears to has fallen and hangs up on the bottom lip of the housing.

Does anyone know how to fix this? I hate spending the night on the road without a bolt lock.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-09-2017, 03:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,065
Posted By jspringator
Where could you get an entire window frame with...

Where could you get an entire window frame with glass installed? Looks to be fairly easy to install.
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