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Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-22-2010, 07:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,215
Posted By AA4WP
One Winter as we travelled to Buckeye, we put...

One Winter as we travelled to
Buckeye, we put a heating pad on the works inside the access door. I think we plugged it in on the handy outside "wall plug" just adjacent to the access door.
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-07-2010, 10:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,609
Posted By AA4WP
Hey, you all... Have you not heard of Dish...

Hey, you all...

Have you not heard of Dish network? We have a leased 211K stand-alone receiver with an additional external hard drive, linked to our Winegard in-motion rooftop dish antenna; we...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-17-2009, 07:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,252
Posted By AA4WP
Regarding the removal of the cabinetry for the...

Regarding the removal of the cabinetry for the bedroom TV:

I completely removed that in our bedroom and was surprised that two of the screws were the square drive types. My phillips wouldn't...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-05-2009, 12:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,752
Posted By AA4WP
I still have the screw covers, screws, and...

I still have the screw covers, screws, and plastic shroud from under the TV cage. If you are like me, you will not replace those parts; only cosmetic. If you install the new TV inside the cage,...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-02-2009, 07:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,904
Posted By AA4WP
smlranger.... I once had work done at...

smlranger....

I once had work done at Freightliner in Tolleson. After I left, we went to campground in Tucson, got set up and when we tried to extend the slides, they would not do anything. ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-28-2009, 08:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,224
Posted By AA4WP
Thank you, Bill... As oftimes true, my...

Thank you, Bill...

As oftimes true, my conjecture was founded on guesswork. I only can go by what I observe through repetitious missteps on my part. I appreciate your clarification.

Wendell
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-27-2009, 06:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,224
Posted By AA4WP
I have Dish Network at home and in our RV. ...

I have Dish Network at home and in our RV.

We receive locals (to Louisville) at home, as well as the bulk of channels. Locals on satellite 110, most of the rest on 119. (as of last year). ...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 01-18-2009, 10:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,703
Posted By AA4WP
We leave our TV on all night. What glare?

We leave our TV on all night. What glare?
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-18-2009, 10:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,278
Posted By AA4WP
I also have found out the hard way that if I...

I also have found out the hard way that if I don't check the clearance of the rear wall of the front slide before extending the slide, that I will run into scrape issues with that slide. I have...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-15-2009, 06:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,263
Posted By AA4WP
We placed a pair of heavy chains which connects...

We placed a pair of heavy chains which connects with each of the two links which hang the "mudflap" (actually a advertisement for the motor home manufacturer)under the flap, holding it up away from...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-13-2008, 07:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,788
Posted By AA4WP
OK, and thanks for the helpful ideas. Next...

OK, and thanks for the helpful ideas. Next spring after the thaw I'll give more attention to replacing that pesky check valve. For the time being I think that I have run enough antifreeze through...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-11-2008, 09:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,788
Posted By AA4WP
After having read these responses, I now realize...

After having read these responses, I now realize that there is more to the plumbing than a single valve which is manually turned. I wish I had a diagram of the water heater check valve circuit; I...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-11-2008, 12:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,788
Posted By AA4WP
Chippysgt: No, the valve handle is...

Chippysgt:

No, the valve handle is secure....must be something wrong internal to the system.

I didn't do a search first; but I see that there are a lot of ideas regarding the check valve??? and...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-11-2008, 11:21 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,788
Posted By AA4WP
Today I finally got around to winterizing our...

Today I finally got around to winterizing our coach. Usually it takes around 3-5 gallons of antifreeze. This time I was surprised to hear the pump going on and on and see the five gallon container...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-11-2008, 11:21 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,788
Posted By AA4WP
Today I finally got around to winterizing our...

Today I finally got around to winterizing our coach. Usually it takes around 3-5 gallons of antifreeze. This time I was surprised to hear the pump going on and on and see the five gallon container...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 12-11-2008, 10:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,995
Posted By AA4WP
I use industrial strength velcro to hold our LCD...

I use industrial strength velcro to hold our LCD TV in place (also tighten down the bolts on each side).

To remove the TV, I use a dull butterknife and slide it under at one end, then put...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 12-09-2008, 05:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,622
Posted By AA4WP
Hey, I did get in, didn't I.... Might try it...

Hey, I did get in, didn't I....

Might try it again sometime.

Wendell
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 12-09-2008, 04:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,622
Posted By AA4WP
At the top of this forum: Very important...

At the top of this forum:

Very important note for members using the Chat Rooms:

You will need to have the latest version of Flash installed to use the Chat Rooms. You can check your version...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-09-2008, 05:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,918
Posted By AA4WP
Well, that is indeed encouraging. I wonder if...

Well, that is indeed encouraging. I wonder if their SDi (in motion) system will be as reliable? I hope so.

Wendell
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-08-2008, 06:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,918
Posted By AA4WP
GKM: I have made a big OOPS!. I didn't...

GKM:

I have made a big OOPS!. I didn't realize that your antenna was not an in-motion unit. But what I said is still true; just not relavent to your request.

Wendell
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-08-2008, 06:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,918
Posted By AA4WP
GKM: Join the many who have had difficulty...

GKM:

Join the many who have had difficulty with Winegard in-motion antennae. My Journey arrived with a MV-0099, which worked reasonably well for about a year, at which time Winnebago recalled it...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 12-08-2008, 01:38 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,825
Posted By AA4WP
jcar6109: If you want pictures of Quartzsite, go...

jcar6109: If you want pictures of Quartzsite, go to flickr.com and do a search using "quartzsite". Especially interesting (to me, anyway) are clips of off-roading in Quartzsite found on the...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 12-06-2008, 04:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,825
Posted By AA4WP
Regarding Quartzsite: We were there for our...

Regarding Quartzsite:

We were there for our first time in January 2008. Stayed in the amateur radio area. Nice people, interesting forums. Took a lot of pictures. Ate great Mexican food (a new...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-01-2008, 08:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,776
Posted By AA4WP
Mikeso: How long did the original chassis...

Mikeso:

How long did the original chassis batteries last you? Were they the original batteries?

Did you charge you batteries after you replaced them? Did you do what I used to do, and get...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-25-2008, 06:40 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 14,416
Posted By AA4WP
This subject is so fascinating to me. What in...

This subject is so fascinating to me. What in the world (or on a diesel chassis) is a VDC? While on that subject, can some one tell me (us) where there is a reasonably comprehensive source of...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-25-2008, 07:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,264
Posted By AA4WP
Likewise... We have towed with both a 37'...

Likewise...

We have towed with both a 37' Southwind and our current 36' Journey DP (Cat 330HP). We use the Brake Buddy Pendulum driven add-on brake on the toad, and see no change with it or...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-24-2008, 01:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,264
Posted By AA4WP
Well, NoMoreAZ: I agree about Yuma as being...

Well, NoMoreAZ:

I agree about Yuma as being too overcrowded. Buckeye was really nice, especially after a week at Quartzsite. Only thing I did not enjoy was the irrigation operations. The odor...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-24-2008, 07:36 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,264
Posted By AA4WP
NoMoreAZ Well, that is what you get when you...

NoMoreAZ

Well, that is what you get when you read the instructions! That is very good news. I'll read the panel after I discharge the battery bank more thoroughly (whenever that will be). We're...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-23-2008, 05:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,264
Posted By AA4WP
NoMoreAZ <BLOCKQUOTE...

NoMoreAZ

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">
Wendell...

What is the battery voltage when you are in your...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-23-2008, 01:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,535
Posted By AA4WP
Red T: I found the flex shaft. Two...

Red T:

I found the flex shaft. Two questions:

1. Which size wrench to turn them?

2. Does adjusting the one flax shaft do a vertical or a horizontal adjustment?

If it does only one of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-22-2008, 08:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,535
Posted By AA4WP
Ah, the glue..... Well, the first problem I...

Ah, the glue.....

Well, the first problem I had with that is that one of the headlights had dropped down behind the front fascia (best name I have for it; certainly not much strength for a massive...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-22-2008, 04:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,535
Posted By AA4WP
My question is: How does one adjust them? ...

My question is: How does one adjust them?

Wendell
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-22-2008, 04:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,535
Posted By AA4WP
My question is: How does one adjust them? ...

My question is: How does one adjust them?

Wendell
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-06-2008, 08:32 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 17,434
Posted By AA4WP
Golfinggene: I also read Magnum's Owner's...

Golfinggene:

I also read Magnum's Owner's Manual for their inverter. My first concern is the weight of their unit is only 40 lbs. The Xantrex unit is around 70-75 lbs. To me, the extra weight...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-06-2008, 07:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,972
Posted By AA4WP
SargeW: While on this sub-topic, I am amazed...

SargeW:

While on this sub-topic, I am amazed at how much there is to learn about the DP chassis. What I would like to see is an on-line version of the "Camp Freightliner". My first impulse is to...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-04-2008, 02:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,972
Posted By AA4WP
JTHarley: A common cause for air bags not...

JTHarley: A common cause for air bags not filling is their not responding to the electrical impulse initiated by pressing the "store" button (for the levelers). I spent about 1K bux in Tolleson, AZ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-04-2008, 11:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,264
Posted By AA4WP
Hello, all: I thought I would add my 2 bits...

Hello, all:

I thought I would add my 2 bits worth to the ongoing saga of the Xantrex RS2000.

A few minutes ago I went out to further check the operation. Temperature on the batteries was 58...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-04-2008, 11:15 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 17,434
Posted By AA4WP
<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 NoMoreAZ:

No problems here on our RS2000 like you...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-03-2008, 09:22 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 17,434
Posted By AA4WP
Golfingene: Best advice from others here is...

Golfingene:

Best advice from others here is to replace the Dimension with an RS2000; mine also. It does have a strange glitch, in that it will report incorrectly the charge mode; otherwise seems...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-03-2008, 07:18 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 17,434
Posted By AA4WP
Golfingene So I expect that the next step is...

Golfingene

So I expect that the next step is to try to charge the batteries with a portable battery charger (assuming they don't take a charge from the Dimensions charger) There is a fuse on the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-02-2008, 08:13 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 17,434
Posted By AA4WP
No, Golfingene. When you say the engine is...

No, Golfingene.

When you say the engine is running, does that mean your generator? I cannot imagine the motorhome's traveling engine would have the effect you describe. When you write "A/C" does...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-30-2008, 08:28 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 17,434
Posted By AA4WP
NoMoreAZ: Well, that is an interesting point. ...

NoMoreAZ: Well, that is an interesting point. I never thought to look there (as there are no such indicators on the Dimensions unit, I never considered the lights on the Xantrex) and next time I...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-29-2008, 04:40 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 17,434
Posted By AA4WP
$1,521.00

$1,521.00
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-29-2008, 12:06 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 17,434
Posted By AA4WP
Bonnie: I have dealt with Dimension...

Bonnie:

I have dealt with Dimension technical people. They have always tried to help me by sending new display control panels to aid with my problems. They also stated to me that their units are...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-28-2008, 02:08 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 17,434
Posted By AA4WP
Tony, count your blessings. The dimensions...

Tony, count your blessings. The dimensions inverter is a modified sine wave device, much disliked by many on this forum. Do as many of us have done, and replace the beast with an Xantrex RS2000...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-23-2008, 09:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,920
Posted By AA4WP
Heathkit, O yeah. My first Heathkit was a DX-20...

Heathkit, O yeah. My first Heathkit was a DX-20 CW Xmitter; (1957) later a Mohawk Rcvr and a Marauder SSB Xmitter. The best thing about them was that all the parts were included. The worst thing...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-26-2008, 07:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,702
Posted By AA4WP
There seems to be a rash of water heater...

There seems to be a rash of water heater problems. I did obtain the thermal fuse in a package with the name Atwood on it. I replaced the (not diode) fuse and then read the instructions regarding...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-18-2008, 03:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,771
Posted By AA4WP
Simple fix: go to Radio Shack and ask for item...

Simple fix: go to Radio Shack and ask for item #15-1950.

Or better yet, get a satellite system with uhf remote, like a DVR included system. Try it, you'll like it.

We have for the past 4...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-15-2008, 04:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,560
Posted By AA4WP
I had the same problem, and found an easy fix: ...

I had the same problem, and found an easy fix:

I had placed some water hose in that storage bay (under the couch in the slide), since the usual location was really filled with blue waste water...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-09-2008, 12:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,895
Posted By AA4WP
I found the location of my flasher relay when I...

I found the location of my flasher relay when I paid for shop labor in a Freightliner shop in Iowa a 3 years ago...the unit was still in warranty, and was surprised to learn that the flashers are a...
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