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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-03-2013, 06:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,622
Posted By OldChief7155
Check the winterization valve position and the...

Check the winterization valve position and the city water valve position. If either is in the wrong position your water pressure will be poor to non-existent.

Your drinking water filter needs to...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-19-2013, 05:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,789
Posted By OldChief7155
Look around. The third one is up there.

Look around. The third one is up there.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-14-2013, 07:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,789
Posted By OldChief7155
The lanyards may be tucked into some of the wheel...

The lanyards may be tucked into some of the wheel well trim but I'll bet they are in there somewhere. Just pull them with your awning rod. No need to drain them as stated before.

I try to...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-13-2013, 08:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,363
Posted By OldChief7155
The colder the outside temp the longer it takes...

The colder the outside temp the longer it takes them to retract too. Level side to side first, then front to back.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-13-2013, 08:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,800
Posted By OldChief7155
I have an '05 Meridian, your Journey's twin. ...

I have an '05 Meridian, your Journey's twin.

Latches are on the bottom of the hood. They slide toward the middle of the hood sliding sideways. The hood then drops down.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-07-2013, 07:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,451
Posted By OldChief7155
You're doing something wrong (valve in wrong...

You're doing something wrong (valve in wrong position) or something else. I can do my Itasca Meridian with about 2 gallons including washing machine and ice maker.

If you drain the water heater...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 02-25-2013, 05:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,163
Posted By OldChief7155
If they use the same bulb they should have dual...

If they use the same bulb they should have dual filaments. Maybe somebody replaced them with the wrong bulbs.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-25-2013, 05:33 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,421
Posted By OldChief7155
Love ours. Can't you just turn on the inverter...

Love ours. Can't you just turn on the inverter to deflate it? Better yet, do it in the morning when you get up if you know you'll be traveling to elevation.

We have a $2,000 mattress at home...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-24-2013, 08:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,612
Posted By OldChief7155
I get to the back of my washer by taking the...

I get to the back of my washer by taking the drawers out of the chest of drawers on the back wall. A real pain!!!

Is yours a Splendide combo? If it is the filter is on the bottom right front of...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 02-19-2013, 03:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,850
Posted By OldChief7155
As docj said. Look around the chimney for signs...

As docj said. Look around the chimney for signs of heat, such as discolored thermal wrap. Also look for yellow stains, a sign of ammonia leak which calls for a new cooling unit. I had one...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-13-2013, 07:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,884
Posted By OldChief7155
WD-40 worked for me in small areas. Spray and...

WD-40 worked for me in small areas. Spray and let sit a few minutes.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-09-2013, 05:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,677
Posted By OldChief7155
I used 3M5200 on mine. Still holding 3 years...

I used 3M5200 on mine. Still holding 3 years later.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-07-2013, 07:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,617
Posted By OldChief7155
It is paintable.

It is paintable.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 02-04-2013, 06:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,687
Posted By OldChief7155
Make sure you have pump on or are hooked up to...

Make sure you have pump on or are hooked up to city water and the arm down.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-18-2013, 11:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,836
Posted By OldChief7155
Thumbs up I used 3M 5200 adhesive to fix my front and rear...

I used 3M 5200 adhesive to fix my front and rear grills three years ago. Holding like a champ 10,000 miles later.

I removed the grills from the rig, marked the metal frame location on the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-18-2013, 11:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,909
Posted By OldChief7155
If you're someplace cold retraction time can take...

If you're someplace cold retraction time can take up to 30 minutes to retract because the fluid thickens and its ability to flow is hampered.

Try the transmission fluid on a rag and wipe down the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-16-2013, 07:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,600
Posted By OldChief7155
Nothing gets worked harder, driven faster, left...

Nothing gets worked harder, driven faster, left idling with a/c running or generally abused by different drivers than police cars.

We changed oil in our CHP cars every 5,000 miles. I do the same...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-06-2013, 04:52 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 20,079
Posted By OldChief7155
Yes, you can buy a pump. I bought one 2-3 years...

Yes, you can buy a pump. I bought one 2-3 years ago and it was $3-400 if memory isn't completely gone. You'll get one wireless remote that works both sides.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-02-2013, 07:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,665
Posted By OldChief7155
Try Lichshinn Motors in Forest City, Iowa. If...

Try Lichshinn Motors in Forest City, Iowa. If they can't get it, it can't be got.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-02-2013, 07:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,428
Posted By OldChief7155
Install some extensions to the new faucet BEFORE...

Install some extensions to the new faucet BEFORE you drop it in the hole to hook up. Get some nipples that will fit the lines coming in and the extensions. It will make hooking up the new faucet a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-09-2012, 07:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,034
Posted By OldChief7155
It's an overnite stay at Suncoast. Get an appt...

It's an overnite stay at Suncoast. Get an appt as they are busy.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 12-09-2012, 07:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,066
Posted By OldChief7155
I simply wash mine with soap and water. They...

I simply wash mine with soap and water. They don't require polishing as it takes off the protective coating.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-09-2012, 07:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,539
Posted By OldChief7155
I had two defogged there at Suncoast about two...

I had two defogged there at Suncoast about two weeks ago. Removed them at about 7 a.m. One morning and re-installed the next morning. Total cost was $434. Very capable and friendly outfit. They...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-04-2012, 05:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,610
Posted By OldChief7155
Try Bounce dryer sheets to remove the bugs. Just...

Try Bounce dryer sheets to remove the bugs. Just wet the sheet, rub on the bug and it'll almost dissolve. I can de-bug the whole area below my windshield in about 20 minutes.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-29-2012, 09:45 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,157
Posted By OldChief7155
Open the gen compartment hood and run your hand...

Open the gen compartment hood and run your hand along up there along the bottom of windshield. My bet is you'll find some rust. Pull the side trim off and the rubber trim pulls right out. I just...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-28-2012, 04:53 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,371
Posted By OldChief7155
Sorry, I read your post wrong. Posters routinely...

Sorry, I read your post wrong. Posters routinely say triple towing when they're pulling something behind their fiver, car being towed, etc., which is towing double.::sorrysign:

I think weight...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-27-2012, 02:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,371
Posted By OldChief7155
You need to use the correct terminology to get...

You need to use the correct terminology to get the right answer. A motorhome pulling a car, Jeep, trailer is single towing. Hooking something behind that first towed vehicle is doubles. The...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-26-2012, 05:33 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,157
Posted By OldChief7155
The gen is the same as shore power. You need a...

The gen is the same as shore power. You need a Trik-L-Start..

About $30 and 30 minutes.

Regarding your storage on friend's farm. Be VERY aware of the EXPENSIVE damage mice can do to your...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-25-2012, 04:01 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,157
Posted By OldChief7155
Talking Spell check struck again. My comment was...

Spell check struck again.

My comment was supposed to read "real toad choker" as in HEAVY rains. Heavy enough to choke a toad (frog).
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-24-2012, 10:37 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,157
Posted By OldChief7155
I goofed and hit the post button. I then...

I goofed and hit the post button.


I then ran a bead along the inside of the windshield where it meets the metal frame. You have to take the plastic trim off the top inside of the windshield.
...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-24-2012, 10:33 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,157
Posted By OldChief7155
I have an Itasca 36G and my money is rust around...

I have an Itasca 36G and my money is rust around the kind shield frame.


Pull the metal trim on the side of the windshield. Three screws. Then pull the black trim back from the top of the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-03-2012, 04:51 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,012
Posted By OldChief7155
I have an '05 Itasca Meridian that I've been...

I have an '05 Itasca Meridian that I've been happy with. Winnie gives good support. If that gen only has 31 hours it probably has the original oil and filter. Change that right away. The gen...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-30-2012, 03:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,700
Posted By OldChief7155
I just put six Sumitomo 275 X 70R X 22.5 on my...

I just put six Sumitomo 275 X 70R X 22.5 on my Itasca 36G. Speedo exactly the same per Triptek and GPS. Clearance is fine and IDE seems fine in the 15 miles I drove home. I'd of them for $2180 out...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-18-2012, 04:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,407
Posted By OldChief7155
Izzy, Brain cell re-generated. I sent...

Izzy,


Brain cell re-generated. I sent you a p.m.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-18-2012, 03:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,407
Posted By OldChief7155
Izzy, Can you send me an e-mail of how I...

Izzy,


Can you send me an e-mail of how I can contact you regarding the paint/side panel replacement issue? I've had a senior moment and can't remember how to PM.

My e-mail is...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-02-2012, 06:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,162
Posted By OldChief7155
. Mop 'n Glo is a floor wax not automotive. I...

. Mop 'n Glo is a floor wax not automotive. I walk on my roof, therefore it is a floor in my mind and my roof is white Fiberglas. When I put it on I wet the sponge mop and wring it out really...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-02-2012, 06:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,622
Posted By OldChief7155
The outer ring is decorative and covers the...

The outer ring is decorative and covers the screws under it in the actual mounting ring. Don't just jerk it out. You'll pull the screws out of the ceiling.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-02-2012, 06:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,622
Posted By OldChief7155
Pop that outer ring off with a screwdriver. ...

Pop that outer ring off with a screwdriver. There are several screws that hold the whole vent in. Unscrew the screws and it will come right out.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-01-2012, 06:36 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 13,923
Posted By OldChief7155
Give Lichshinn RV in Forest City, Iowa a call. ...

Give Lichshinn RV in Forest City, Iowa a call. They know what each seam takes and have it stock. You'll have in 2-4 days. I give my seams a look BEFORE winter even though I to to Florida Nov-May. ...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-01-2012, 06:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,746
Posted By OldChief7155
Batteries is where I'd start my search. I get it...

Batteries is where I'd start my search. I get it will end there.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-01-2012, 06:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,162
Posted By OldChief7155
I wash my Fiberglas roof real well and apply Mop...

I wash my Fiberglas roof real well and apply Mop 'n Glo being careful not to let it run down the sides. Wash with brush = 30-45 minutes. Let dry = 2-3 hours. Mop 'n Glo about an hour with a sponge...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 09-27-2012, 07:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,127
Posted By OldChief7155
The photos in the above post are right on the...

The photos in the above post are right on the money.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 09-27-2012, 07:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,127
Posted By OldChief7155
Look in the electrical bay. Mine is behind a...

Look in the electrical bay. Mine is behind a full wall metal panel painted black just like the rest of the compartment. It is toward the rear of the motorhome, not the rear of the compartment and...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-27-2012, 07:11 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,407
Posted By OldChief7155
I talked to Dave Nagel of CDI who does all...

I talked to Dave Nagel of CDI who does all painting for Winnie factory. He told me is is tiny cracks in the paint with dark colors showing it more. The fix is to do a paint job. He said they...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-21-2012, 07:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,585
Posted By OldChief7155
Or one of the outlets in one of your compartments.

Or one of the outlets in one of your compartments.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-03-2012, 05:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,851
Posted By OldChief7155
Check the topper cover, especially if it has a...

Check the topper cover, especially if it has a metal cover. Just had the same sound and inside sounded like it was coming from the bottom area of the slide. Ended up being the metal topper cover. ...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-01-2012, 05:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,368
Posted By OldChief7155
I have a CAT 350 with the Allison 3000. Just...

I have a CAT 350 with the Allison 3000. Just like any vehicle temps will rise a bit when pulling a grade. If it stays within limits just keep on trucking'!
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 08-30-2012, 11:52 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 11,047
Posted By OldChief7155
Looks good Ranger! How much, if I might be so...

Looks good Ranger! How much, if I might be so rude to ask, did the install cost? I live in Clifton Forge so that would be relatively handy for me. How many extra batteries did you add and where...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-16-2012, 06:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,864
Posted By OldChief7155
I have an '05 Itasca Meridian 36G and read...

I have an '05 Itasca Meridian 36G and read somewhere 450 pounds.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-02-2012, 12:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,971
Posted By OldChief7155
I like the fan idea but just not enough air...

I like the fan idea but just not enough air movement. I've tried reversing it but no help. I think the biggest problem is the lack of clearance between the fan and the ceiling.
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