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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-27-2021, 04:30 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,768
Posted By bsamole
Portable

Portable so when it breaks you can bypass it. I know because my hardwired unit broke and it wasn't that easy to bypass.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-05-2019, 04:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,795
Posted By bsamole
I agree with CBEIERL. Also make sure the...

I agree with CBEIERL. Also make sure the crankcase breather hose exits past the rear bumper to help avoid the problem in the future. I tow a Tahoe 5800 lbs 4 wheels down with no issues.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-05-2019, 04:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 968
Posted By bsamole
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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-20-2018, 06:58 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,896
Posted By bsamole
My original post shared the fact that I modified...

My original post shared the fact that I modified the battery tray to accommodate four 6V golf cart type batteries. Since then I've noticed my drive tires were wearing out twice as fast as my steers....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-12-2018, 12:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,555
Posted By bsamole
This is how I confirm if my inverter has failed. ...

This is how I confirm if my inverter has failed.

Disconnect 12+ to the inverter.
Disconnect shore power.
Generator Off.

Remove the 110 input line at the inverter and label it.
Remove the 110...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-10-2018, 03:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,555
Posted By bsamole
My 2000 Horizon is wired like this. Out of the...

My 2000 Horizon is wired like this.
Out of the transfer switch are two 110 lines.
One goes to the main CB box.
One goes directly to the charger/inverter.
If you basement air works then the 110 is...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-16-2018, 04:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,844
Posted By bsamole
When the sides go out my wife lays down throw...

When the sides go out my wife lays down throw carpets over the skid marks.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-12-2017, 11:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,239
Posted By bsamole
No. The first ding is always the worst. Enjoy...

No. The first ding is always the worst. Enjoy your motorhome there will be more dents dings scratches and broken windows.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 06-10-2017, 08:48 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,581
Posted By bsamole
We ordered our coach with an oven. The DW never...

We ordered our coach with an oven. The DW never uses the oven as an oven only for storing pots and pans. She finds that the convection microwave works great.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-18-2017, 07:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,091
Posted By bsamole
I replaced my valve with a Valterra TC 173...

I replaced my valve with a Valterra
TC 173 from Amazon.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 02-06-2017, 02:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,056
Posted By bsamole
My installed a washer dryer in my 2000 Horizon ...

My installed a washer dryer in my 2000 Horizon about 10 years ago. Unfortunately I do not remember where the drain was located however the drain was there. I did have to drill a hole in the side of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-23-2016, 08:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,379
Posted By bsamole
On my 2000 Horizon the lower front cap had to be...

On my 2000 Horizon the lower front cap had to be removed. Here is an excellent link to the process on a different model than yours.
...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 12-17-2016, 07:51 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,610
Posted By bsamole
I installed the exact model Firestick that you're...

I installed the exact model Firestick that you're looking at on Amazon. The instructions included with the Firestick are excellent and easy to follow. I installed the Firestick on a fiberglass side...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-11-2016, 07:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,945
Posted By bsamole
Yes that is the fuse. Upon closer look mine has...

Yes that is the fuse. Upon closer look mine has 200 amp stamped on one lug.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-11-2016, 10:32 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,945
Posted By bsamole
Tom it looks like you got a great response from...

Tom it looks like you got a great response from Scott.
On my 2000 Horizon the inverter/charger is located on the drivers side on a shelf in the compartment that houses the power cord and the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-16-2016, 02:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,026
Posted By bsamole
Update: I tried just about everything...

Update:

I tried just about everything suggested even split a 3/4 nut in half to try the double nut idea, used vice grips, penetrating oil then I reread the post from TWINBOAT and used a pipe...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-07-2016, 01:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,026
Posted By bsamole
Loose nut unable to find bolt head

My 2000 Itasca Horizon has bolt coming from the coach and going through a welded extension on the frame rail just before the rear axle. The nut on the bold is loose but I am unable to tighten since...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-04-2016, 01:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,229
Posted By bsamole
Wow what great responses to your VDC problem. I...

Wow what great responses to your VDC problem.
I did the PDFs as Hit_the_road suggested about eight years and again this year. However this year I removed the aluminum plate covering the air pressure...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-19-2016, 12:14 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,896
Posted By bsamole
I've run several wires front to back on my 2000...

I've run several wires front to back on my 2000 Itasca horizon with the cat 300. I found existing bundles and use black tie wraps attaching the new wire external to the bundles. When the bundles...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-13-2016, 06:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,606
Posted By bsamole
I would rewire the radio power and ground from a...

I would rewire the radio power and ground from a different source.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-13-2016, 06:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,777
Posted By bsamole
I only drain my tank for winter storage. Like...

I only drain my tank for winter storage. Like supergewl I worry about getting sick from bad water so we only drink bottled water. During our trip through Yukon we stopped at one campground that the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-12-2016, 12:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,473
Posted By bsamole
I agree with TonyMac. I took mine to a automotive...

I agree with TonyMac. I took mine to a automotive air conditioner shop however they only topped off the 134A they did not try to determine the cause of the leak. Walmart sells kits to top off the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-09-2016, 09:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,572
Posted By bsamole
On mine I can hear the second compressor turn on...

On mine I can hear the second compressor turn on shortly after (probably around a minute) the first compressor starts.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 09-06-2016, 10:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,956
Posted By bsamole
We just returned from Alaska I would advise...

We just returned from Alaska I would advise keeping your generator as some RV parks are very expensive such as the one in Tok $57. Just across the street there is a Chevron station if you fill up...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-22-2016, 08:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,624
Posted By bsamole
I dab a little Gorilla Super Glue on the hose at...

I dab a little Gorilla Super Glue on the hose at leak. It works for me.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-21-2016, 08:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,929
Posted By bsamole
2000 Itasca Horizon - Coach only has dual pane...

2000 Itasca Horizon - Coach only has dual pane windows cab and windshield are not dual pane.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-20-2016, 05:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,492
Posted By bsamole
I had the same issue. Mine was caused by faulty...

I had the same issue. Mine was caused by faulty check valve. Bought replacement at Amazon Vatera P23415LP 1/2 1/2 MPT $9.75 prime. One month later the other check valve failed.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-15-2016, 09:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,897
Posted By bsamole
Suggest you call the manufacturer. They have...

Suggest you call the manufacturer. They have great technical support and knowledge of repair centers. Their phone number is 316-832-4357
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-11-2016, 10:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,509
Posted By bsamole
I have replaced my air filter with just removing...

I have replaced my air filter with just removing the bans however it was a very difficult task. The last time I removed the elbow and it was a much easier job. Mine can be done either way but in the...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-01-2016, 08:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,277
Posted By bsamole
What brand diesel engine does the coach have?

What brand diesel engine does the coach have?
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-01-2016, 08:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,075
Posted By bsamole
I also bought mine on Ebay from a vendor in Yuma,...

I also bought mine on Ebay from a vendor in Yuma, AZ. Sorry I don't remember the name of the vendor but a search on Ebay for
"RV SIDE TOPPER" showed 22 listings. The second hit was a vendor from...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-25-2016, 07:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,797
Posted By bsamole
This is what a check valve on my 2000 Horizon...

This is what a check valve on my 2000 Horizon looks like.
Google this:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B2AUJYO/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Cost less than $10 at Amazon.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-19-2016, 11:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,970
Posted By bsamole
Thanks for posting the photo with the rear cap...

Thanks for posting the photo with the rear cap off. I didn't realize the ducking branched off inside of the cap. I have metal taped as far up as I could reach and the leak seems to be sealed. If it...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-14-2016, 08:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,611
Posted By bsamole
I would check for air in the fuel line. If your...

I would check for air in the fuel line. If your cat has a prime pump on the engine I'd use it to remove air in the fuel line. If your cat doesn't have the prime pump I'd remove the water separator...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-10-2016, 10:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,877
Posted By bsamole
Here is a link to a discussion on the topic: ...

Here is a link to a discussion on the topic:

Slow fuel fill solved in late model Freightliner chassis (https://www.rvforum.net/SMF_forum/index.php?topic=20334.0)

I have dealt with this problem...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-02-2016, 08:12 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,859
Posted By bsamole
Since you have already replaced the springs and...

Since you have already replaced the springs and the jack does retract with a little help I would suspect the solenoid may be causing the problem. I would call HWH technical support and determine the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-18-2016, 07:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,005
Posted By bsamole
This happened to my 2000 Itasca Horizon about 10...

This happened to my 2000 Itasca Horizon about 10 years ago. In my case the solenoid was located on the curb side of the passenger side frame rail. The Horizon is also on a Freightliner chassis. If I...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-22-2016, 08:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,083
Posted By bsamole
Perhaps the kitchen, bathroom and toilet faucets...

Perhaps the kitchen, bathroom and toilet faucets are turned to cold water and the shower is turned to hot water. If that is the case then the air from the shower is air from the hot water tank while...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-24-2016, 07:31 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,732
Posted By bsamole
Hey Scott, thanks for posting all those pictures....

Hey Scott, thanks for posting all those pictures. The flooring material looks great. And the boat looks awesome.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-23-2016, 08:31 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,732
Posted By bsamole
I have replaced my carpet three times. The first...

I have replaced my carpet three times. The first time I replace carpet with carpet. The second time I replace the carpet with 12 inch linoleum squares. The 3rd and hopefully the last time I replace...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-08-2016, 09:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,743
Posted By bsamole
I do not have a recommendation for a louder horn...

I do not have a recommendation for a louder horn however I do have another option on the set up. Both the electric and air horns work on the horn button located on my steering wheel. There is a...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-31-2016, 07:13 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,359
Posted By bsamole
I wonder about the feasibility of replacing the...

I wonder about the feasibility of replacing the emergency window with an emergency door?
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-26-2016, 09:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,699
Posted By bsamole
Last month I purchased a Pyle PFA 300 class T...

Last month I purchased a Pyle PFA 300 class T amplifier from Amazon for $29.99. This unit in addition to solving my TV volume issues also provided a volume control for my DVD and PC.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-02-2016, 04:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,852
Posted By bsamole
My plastic hydraulic fluid reservoir that reside...

My plastic hydraulic fluid reservoir that reside below the coolant reservoir shows no sign of deterioration yet they both receive the same heat and direct sun exposure. I suspect the plastic...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-27-2016, 07:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,504
Posted By bsamole
The third party DNS service that I was using for...

The third party DNS service that I was using for my DISH setup went out of business a few years ago.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-27-2016, 07:10 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,852
Posted By bsamole
I bought our coach new 15 years ago and replaced...

I bought our coach new 15 years ago and replaced the tank once with a tank that I bought from Freightliner about 10 years ago. Now when I put the coach in storage I place a piece cardboard to keep...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-15-2016, 10:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,504
Posted By bsamole
I also had intermittent HDMI issues. I replace...

I also had intermittent HDMI issues. I replace the HDMI cable and my problem went away.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-13-2016, 12:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,504
Posted By bsamole
You probably already know this but since the dish...

You probably already know this but since the dish has a DirecTV logo you will need to purchase a DirecTV package from DIRECTV.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 02-08-2016, 08:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,994
Posted By bsamole
I agree with Ray,IN. In addition I installed the...

I agree with Ray,IN. In addition I installed the in-dash the Cobra WX ST II since it a front facing speaker and weather stations among other features.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-02-2016, 06:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,115
Posted By bsamole
I would do what Ray,IN suggested and spray soapy...

I would do what Ray,IN suggested and spray soapy water and determine the location of the leak. If the leak is at the weld for the mounting bracket post the tank info and I'll see if my recalled tank...
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