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Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-12-2009, 08:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,105
Posted By porscheracer
In an '09, check to see if you can get to the...

In an '09, check to see if you can get to the bathroom with the slides in. It's VERY tight between the kitchen countertop and the bathroom wall. The problem was fixed in the '10 model by...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-21-2009, 01:49 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,082
Posted By porscheracer
On our Vectra, the jack warning lights are on the...

On our Vectra, the jack warning lights are on the jack control panel (plus that screaming piezo-alert) - and the antenna warning is also on a timer w/no connection to the antenna.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-21-2009, 01:19 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,842
Posted By porscheracer
According to a reliable source . . . Winnebago...

According to a reliable source . . .
Winnebago is only building units on an as-ordered basis. It is probable that if you order a '10 Tour, and specify the IFS, you will be able to get it - albeit at...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-14-2009, 09:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,246
Posted By porscheracer
Although it's not supposed to, your overflow hose...

Although it's not supposed to, your overflow hose probably extends down into your water tank. We had the same problem with our old '01 Monaco Knight. Removing the hose to fix it is probably NOT a...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-19-2009, 08:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,253
Posted By porscheracer
I nap about half the time while I'm driving . . ....

I nap about half the time while I'm driving . . . makes the distances seem shorter. :D Sorry for the mis-info. It's been about a year since we were there.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-17-2009, 08:34 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,253
Posted By porscheracer
Take a day to visit the bridges of Madison County...

Take a day to visit the bridges of Madison County - about an hour SE.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 03-14-2009, 10:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 28,419
Posted By porscheracer
Just lift the lid and there they are!! ;) ...

Just lift the lid and there they are!! ;)

J/K

Seriously . . .. The Vectra it's not. Neither of us is anywhere close to dainty, and sharing one of the 47x75 beds (sofa and overhead are the...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 03-13-2009, 08:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 28,419
Posted By porscheracer
Our '08 with the 3.0L V6 - and a heavy driver's...

Our '08 with the 3.0L V6 - and a heavy driver's foot - has gotten anywhere from 13.2 to 17.8 on a tankful. Average is low 15's. The 2.7L 5-cylinder models got better economy, but are a bit less...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-15-2009, 12:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,632
Posted By porscheracer
If 6 hours is not too far - try Fred & Jack's in...

If 6 hours is not too far - try Fred & Jack's in Bryant, AR. They are our Winne dealer, and have always been prompt and fair.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-21-2009, 08:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,926
Posted By porscheracer
Mike, Our '05 36RD Vectra has the C7/350...

Mike,

Our '05 36RD Vectra has the C7/350 CAT. Power is more than adequate. Bob-tailed it will do anything you could reasonably expect, and we almost always tow either a 4500# Dakota or a 9500#...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-22-2008, 05:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,104
Posted By porscheracer
That was a special James Bond issued item . . ....

That was a special James Bond issued item . . . covert panties . . .for all the Bond girls. https://irv2.infopop.cc/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-10-2008, 10:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,357
Posted By porscheracer
On our 36RD, we removed the bed and resealed the...

On our 36RD, we removed the bed and resealed the joint. The opening was between top edge of the bed frame and the back wall.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-06-2008, 05:50 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 14,118
Posted By porscheracer
It's a Maxxum chassis thing . . . Vectra,...

It's a Maxxum chassis thing . . . Vectra, Horizon, Tour, Ellipse only, AFAIK.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-27-2008, 05:00 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,656
Posted By porscheracer
We use disposable dinnerware almost exclusively -...

We use disposable dinnerware almost exclusively - so losing the DW is a non-issue for us. We opted for a small counter top convection oven, so we didn't lose the 2 drawers in the galley.

We...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-21-2008, 04:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,357
Posted By porscheracer
All I can tell you is that we had the same...

All I can tell you is that we had the same symptoms - no coach battery charge from the alternator, and no aux start. They changed the relay and both now work....
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-21-2008, 01:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,357
Posted By porscheracer
That solenoid is notorious for failing. Just...

That solenoid is notorious for failing. Just replace it.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-20-2008, 09:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,959
Posted By porscheracer
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by FrontRangeRVer:
Not to be nitpicky, but I'm not sure...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-20-2008, 09:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,521
Posted By porscheracer
You = 1: "You sure do look purty in that new...

You = 1: "You sure do look purty in that new hat!!"

Y'all = 1 to as many as 6: "Y'all get in this here car 'fore I tan yore hides!!"

3 or more = All y'all: All y'all come on down to Bubba's...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-20-2008, 02:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,188
Posted By porscheracer
I've owned a pressure washer for years - part of...

I've owned a pressure washer for years - part of building race cars. I'm familiar with what one can do with one. I've (intentionally) used mine to etch concrete and blow mortar out of joints. You...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-20-2008, 05:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,188
Posted By porscheracer
I cheat. I do it from the outside with a...

I cheat. I do it from the outside with a pressure washer, quarterly. But we're fairly high-mileage - ~1500 miles / month.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-18-2008, 07:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,322
Posted By porscheracer
Unless you're running the genset for other...

Unless you're running the genset for other reasons, it makes virtually no sense to use the heat pump instead of the furnace. Unless, of course, you subscribe to the "no propane while moving" school....
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-17-2008, 02:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,934
Posted By porscheracer
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Trek-Cyclist:
Hopefully, it might include a fix for...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-15-2008, 07:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,074
Posted By porscheracer
Looks great to me! I'm one of those lucky people...

Looks great to me! I'm one of those lucky people who can walk by a wet sponge and develop a 6" bleeding gash on my arms / hands.

I'll get a dimension to you, along with a wee contribution, in the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-15-2008, 07:37 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 14,118
Posted By porscheracer
John - thanks! I'm well beyond the 12 months....

John - thanks! I'm well beyond the 12 months. https://irv2.infopop.cc/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

I guess this is one of those "if they're too stupid to realize it's broke and get it...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-15-2008, 05:25 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 14,118
Posted By porscheracer
John - based on what I think I heard from...

John - based on what I think I heard from Freightliner: You and I share the filler neck problem. When I gave them my VIN, they said the "bad" tanks were all too new for my coach.

It is my...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-15-2008, 02:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,126
Posted By porscheracer
I've had 2 different kinds of electric as well as...

I've had 2 different kinds of electric as well as hydraulic. The one I like the least is the one that's on our View (don't know the manufacturer). It reminds me of a climbing roller coaster in...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-12-2008, 10:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,082
Posted By porscheracer
Camera, or monitor??

Camera, or monitor??
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-11-2008, 03:56 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 14,118
Posted By porscheracer
Tom, On my Vectra, it's in the Freightliner...

Tom,

On my Vectra, it's in the Freightliner Command module - left of the monitor screen and above the compass / thermometer unit; near the ignition key. I just played with the buttons until I got...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-10-2008, 05:34 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 14,118
Posted By porscheracer
I don't know about you guys, but my fuel warning...

I don't know about you guys, but my fuel warning light comes on at 20 gallons, not 10. The genset shuts down at 17. https://irv2.infopop.cc/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

You may with to...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-08-2008, 06:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,612
Posted By porscheracer
In a similar scenario, (different mfg.) we traced...

In a similar scenario, (different mfg.) we traced it to an intermittent lockout relay in the park brake sensor circuit.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-07-2008, 06:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,277
Posted By porscheracer
All 4 jacks need to be contacting a solid...

All 4 jacks need to be contacting a solid surface. Putting stuff under the tires is irrelevant unless you're not using the leveling jacks. Having a jack suspended in the air (assuming the system...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-07-2008, 03:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,841
Posted By porscheracer
Ours started screaming last spring. We removed...

Ours started screaming last spring. We removed it and swabbed it out with alcohol, let it dry, and reinstalled. It tested fine with a butane lighter - but we went ahead and ordered another one...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-07-2008, 06:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,897
Posted By porscheracer
I'm curious about the slide seal leak issue. Our...

I'm curious about the slide seal leak issue. Our '05 36RD has leaked since new. It is the left side bedroom slide, and it only leaks when left out in a driving rain. It has been worked on at least...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-05-2008, 08:04 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,897
Posted By porscheracer
I've found - over the decades - that attitude has...

I've found - over the decades - that attitude has a lot to do with outcome, too. https://irv2.infopop.cc/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

Storming into an establishment and demanding...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-04-2008, 05:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,661
Posted By porscheracer
John - don't mistake my discourse for...

John - don't mistake my discourse for disagreement. The end responsibility lies with the dealer, IMHO. I even go so far as to believe the it should be the selling dealer's responsibility (and...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-04-2008, 05:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,277
Posted By porscheracer
We carry a stock of 12" 2x12's. On any marginal...

We carry a stock of 12" 2x12's. On any marginal surface (especially asphalt) we put at least one block under each jack pad. If there is a visible unlevel scenario, we "pad" the low jack(s). They...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 10-03-2008, 05:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,548
Posted By porscheracer
There is a product for application to the dome...

There is a product for application to the dome that claims to help with this problem. Sorry, but I neither know what it is or if it works - but I've seen it advertised on RV sat dish sites and in CW...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-03-2008, 12:53 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 14,118
Posted By porscheracer
My update - may be relevant to some: I spent...

My update - may be relevant to some:

I spent a bit of time on the phone with Freightliner today. We also have the infuriating fueling issue - first 70 gallons goes in fine - last 30 takes over 10...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-03-2008, 12:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,661
Posted By porscheracer
In all fairness . . . Do some research on...

In all fairness . . .

Do some research on Lazy Days' customer service ratings. I don't recall that they come out as one of the more stellar in caring after the sale. Of course, I realize it's a...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 10-03-2008, 08:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,969
Posted By porscheracer
There are some things I just don't DIY. This...

There are some things I just don't DIY. This falls into that category.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-03-2008, 08:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,992
Posted By porscheracer
You know the old saying - even a blind pig finds...

You know the old saying - even a blind pig finds an acorn occassionally. https://irv2.infopop.cc/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

Just glad I could help, and that it was so easy. I spent 30+...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-03-2008, 03:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,992
Posted By porscheracer
Before you go to a lot of trouble, you might want...

Before you go to a lot of trouble, you might want to cycle the battery disconnect for a minute or two. It may allow the EMS to "reboot". Just a thought.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-02-2008, 06:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,207
Posted By porscheracer
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by tderonne:
Warning off topic...

I hear Topeka does...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-02-2008, 11:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,207
Posted By porscheracer
It's a matter of usage - as I've stated. We have...

It's a matter of usage - as I've stated. We have an Onan Quiet Diesel 7500 on the Vectra, and it has ~1600 hours on it (in ~3 years). Cost of operation is approximately 1/2 gallon of diesel an...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-01-2008, 01:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,942
Posted By porscheracer
I'd also recommend that you do some surfing and...

I'd also recommend that you do some surfing and check out dealer reviews. There are MANY who come out with less than stellar reports - and a few of them are on that list.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-30-2008, 11:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,817
Posted By porscheracer
At anything over 90, we usually supplement with...

At anything over 90, we usually supplement with both units. A 30 degree temperature differential, especially with the air infusion from driving, is a bit outside the range of the systems. After...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-29-2008, 05:31 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,661
Posted By porscheracer
Admittedly, there are problems with all new RV's....

Admittedly, there are problems with all new RV's. Think of a new car and a new house all at the same time and expecting there not to be a punch list. It ain't gonn'a happen!

Winnebago does much...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-27-2008, 05:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,149
Posted By porscheracer
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by John_Canfield:
A couple of months ago in Ogallala,...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-27-2008, 06:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,149
Posted By porscheracer
We just spent 7 of the last 10 weeks on the road,...

We just spent 7 of the last 10 weeks on the road, and the ONLY place we found that was anywhere near capacity was the Keewenaw Peninsula in early August.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-27-2008, 06:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,687
Posted By porscheracer
Eyebrow brush attached to a piece of wire. ...

Eyebrow brush attached to a piece of wire. https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/eek5.gif
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