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Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 02-01-2010, 10:39 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,584
Posted By jdanbowman
I actually burned it several days but the gadge...

I actually burned it several days but the gadge moved very little. As noted previously, the grill regulator kept freezing up and the flame would go down to almost nothing and sometimes even went out....
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-26-2010, 06:32 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,584
Posted By jdanbowman
UPDATE: LP Tank Overfilled

Okay guys, I am now using my furnace, stove and refrig with no obvious ill effects. The gadge is going down and is almost to the full mark. It appears that there has been no permanent damage to any...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-21-2010, 06:53 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,584
Posted By jdanbowman
Actually the Tee is connected in line prior to...

Actually the Tee is connected in line prior to the coach regulator so the feed going to the grill regulator is receiving the same high pressure as the coach regulator. This was installed consistent...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-19-2010, 08:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,995
Posted By jdanbowman
Ernie, your information on the proper filter was...

Ernie, your information on the proper filter was extremely useful. I could not find the filter numbers in my CAT book or any of my Winnebago manuals. With your numbers, NAPA was able to cross...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-19-2010, 08:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,995
Posted By jdanbowman
Update: Loss of Power on Steep Grades

Just to let you guys know, the change in fuel filter did fix the problem. I took the same route coming back through Az and NM and it never slowed down below 50 even for the 6-7% grades. On most of...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-19-2010, 08:32 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,584
Posted By jdanbowman
Update: LP Tank Overfilled

I have now tried my stove and my refrig and but not my furnace or hot water heater. The outside gadge is dropping but is still way over the full mark. As many of you have said, you don't think it is...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-17-2010, 07:19 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,584
Posted By jdanbowman
Update: LP Tank Overfilled

I have been burning the grill 8 to 10 hours every day and the gadge still is pegged way over full. It looks like just burning the grill is going to take a week to burn off the excess fuel. I am...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-14-2010, 08:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,995
Posted By jdanbowman
Loss of Power on Steep Grades

I have changed the fuel filter. If that does not fix it, how do I determine that it is the injection system?

Thanks,
Dan Bowman
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-14-2010, 07:55 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,584
Posted By jdanbowman
I did smell propane but have not since I ...

I did smell propane but have not since I released some of the vapor and hooked my grill to the coach tank and burn off some of the fuel. The outside gadge registers way past full but is coming down....
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-14-2010, 07:27 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,584
Posted By jdanbowman
LP Tank Overfilled

Update..

I purchased a kit that allows me to run my grill from the RV tank. It took a while to get the propane vapor to come to the grill. I had to vent the system several times before it would...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-14-2010, 09:39 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,584
Posted By jdanbowman
This may be part of my problem. My tank had less...

This may be part of my problem. My tank had less than 1/3 in it when I had it filled. The temperature was around 34 degrees outside. Would filling the tank at 34 degrees create this problem?

When...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-14-2010, 09:30 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,584
Posted By jdanbowman
Ray, I tried that with the truck that delivers...

Ray,
I tried that with the truck that delivers LP to RV''s in the RV Resort that I am staying in Az. He would not even look at it. He told me I needed to contact an RV Specialist that had the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-13-2010, 07:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,995
Posted By jdanbowman
The problem got worse on I-10 leaving Las Cruces...

The problem got worse on I-10 leaving Las Cruces and Demming areas. I recall that there were a few significant grades around Tucson. I was down to 35 miles per hour with cruise control set for 60.
...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-13-2010, 07:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,995
Posted By jdanbowman
Rudolph, If the fuel filter doesn't fix the...

Rudolph,
If the fuel filter doesn't fix the problem, I will check the air hoses. I appreciate the input.

Thanks,
Dan Bowman
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-13-2010, 07:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,995
Posted By jdanbowman
Rusty, I didn't see any black smoke so I have...

Rusty,
I didn't see any black smoke so I have gone with the fuel filter. I did change the air filter in October of this past year. Really helped my gas mileage but I had not experience any...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-13-2010, 07:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,995
Posted By jdanbowman
Changed out the air filter in October of last...

Changed out the air filter in October of last year. Just changed the fuel filter so hopefully this will do the trick.
Thanks for the suggestions.
Dan Bowman
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-13-2010, 07:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,995
Posted By jdanbowman
I changed out the fuel filter today but it will...

I changed out the fuel filter today but it will be a week before I head back to Texas. Hopefully, this will fix the problem. Seems to be the consensus that the fuel filter is the problem.

Thanks...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-13-2010, 10:29 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,584
Posted By jdanbowman
LP Tank Overfilled

I recently had my LP gas filled. The person filled the tank without opening the 80% fill valve. The gadge shows way past the full mark and I am smelling LP gas outside my unit.

Does anyone have a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-12-2010, 08:52 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,995
Posted By jdanbowman
Loss of Power on Steep Grades

I have a 2003 Journey with the 330HP CAT. I have owned the Journey a little over two years. I have taken it to Colorado two years in a row and had no problems climbing the steep grades.

This...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-19-2009, 04:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,958
Posted By jdanbowman
Pine Tree, I bought mine online from Gempler's....

Pine Tree,
I bought mine online from Gempler's. It was a pirithose and cost $110.25 including tax and shipping. So far, it is working well. We have been down to 26 during the night on several...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-09-2009, 07:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,958
Posted By jdanbowman
I did purchase a heated water hose and hooked my...

I did purchase a heated water hose and hooked my water line back up. We are going down to 26 degrees tonight so hopefully this hose will work. I will let you guys know how well it works.
Dan Bowman
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-09-2009, 07:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,958
Posted By jdanbowman
Erneh, I have not thought about the light in...

Erneh,
I have not thought about the light in the refrigerator compartment. Have you had a freezing line in that compartment. I guess that would be the ice maker line. Makes sense. I will get out...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-09-2009, 07:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,958
Posted By jdanbowman
Thanks for the input. We already keep bottle...

Thanks for the input. We already keep bottle water in our coach simply in case the campground water has a strange taste. I am hopeful I can avoid the kitchen taps from freezing but I have covered...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-09-2009, 07:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,958
Posted By jdanbowman
Dan L. I appreciate the input. I have taken...

Dan L.
I appreciate the input. I have taken your suggestions except that I used 40 watt bulbs instead of 100 watt. I was a little concerned about putting a 100 watt bulb in the compartment. It...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-09-2009, 07:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,958
Posted By jdanbowman
Ski, Thanks for the input. I have purchased two...

Ski,
Thanks for the input. I have purchased two vinyl trouble lights and put one near the water pump and one in the dump value cargo bay. Whereas I have now experienced a low of 26 degrees, I did...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-02-2009, 06:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,958
Posted By jdanbowman
Winter Camping/Potential Freeze Problems

I have a 2003 Winnebago Journey DL. We are full timers. This year, we will be camping in weather that is subject to freezing temperatures. I plan to purchase a heated water hose for fresh water...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-06-2009, 07:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,088
Posted By jdanbowman
Rebel, I do have air brakes. I appreciate the...

Rebel, I do have air brakes. I appreciate the explanation as to why they squeal when I first start up. I don't feel qualified to install hardware kits on my unit but will keep that in mind when I...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-06-2009, 06:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,088
Posted By jdanbowman
Thanks Jack. I totally agree with you and that is...

Thanks Jack. I totally agree with you and that is really my problem. I have now checked with four different RV Repair facilities and none of them would work on, or check the brakes. I will continue...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-03-2009, 08:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,088
Posted By jdanbowman
Checking Brakes

I have a 2003 36 Foot Journey DL that I purchased 2 years ago. It has 45,000 miles on it. While having it serviced at different service centers, I requested that the service center check my brakes....
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-04-2009, 03:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,041
Posted By jdanbowman
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There are levels of prep. If I inspect the sealant and determine it needs to be resealed, is it advisable to just remove all loose sealant or should I put...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-02-2009, 08:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,041
Posted By jdanbowman
Front and Rear Caps

I have a 2003 Winnebago Journey. I purchased this unit used and am not sure of its service history. I do not currently have any leaks in the roof but the seals on the front and rear caps appear to...
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