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Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 10-01-2013, 10:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,242
Posted By nbounder
So plumbers grease is silicone??! Not really . ....

So plumbers grease is silicone??! Not really . . . .Sorry., try again.Back to engineering school, mr Miata.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-30-2013, 09:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,498
Posted By nbounder
If it was mine, I'd spend just a little time at...

If it was mine, I'd spend just a little time at the dealer and let him come up with a solution. Should that fail, I'd buy a nice clean 1X3, stain it red-brown, cut a 'vee' in the top and slide it...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-22-2013, 08:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,242
Posted By nbounder
WHAT!! You mean to say that something from CW...

WHAT!! You mean to say that something from CW actually works as advertised? I am shocked.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-22-2013, 08:41 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 18,362
Posted By nbounder
Me too - I spray those jacks religiously every...

Me too - I spray those jacks religiously every time we break camp. So far, they always zip right up there. (I exaggerate a bit). The tip on the aux ignition position is most valuable - On more than...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-21-2013, 08:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,579
Posted By nbounder
My '01 Itasca has similar probs - the coach is...

My '01 Itasca has similar probs - the coach is sitting crooked on the chassis. Going down the road it's quite obvious. I, too, called Winnie and guess what they said??!! (Only one guess per rv'r!)
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-05-2013, 08:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,739
Posted By nbounder
Sticking windows

I absolutely love my '01 Itasca Suncruiser. The only real kink is the sliding windows. They are difficult as all get out to move, and frequently a window will 'stick' for a few inches then let go...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 08-25-2013, 08:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,826
Posted By nbounder
It's a 5/16 hex key. No. you will not find one...

It's a 5/16 hex key. No. you will not find one at Home D'Po, but I found an ample supply at True Value, & I bet the same will apply to Ace Hardware (These are real hardware stores). I could not...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-25-2013, 08:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,149
Posted By nbounder
Getting hosed on repair costs is not very...

Getting hosed on repair costs is not very unusual. Some shops are very good at reading potential customers (AKA 'Johns'). If the service writer reads you as a softee, you get the "$2000 give or...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 08-22-2013, 10:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,271
Posted By nbounder
I hope you have not handed over the big check...

I hope you have not handed over the big check yet, because the only thing you can do is tell him "YOU Mr dealer, are responsible for delivering me a fully working unit. I am not your tester. Either...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-13-2013, 09:43 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,877
Posted By nbounder
I totally agree with the 'drinks for 6. sleeps...

I totally agree with the 'drinks for 6. sleeps only 2' rule. The minute one brings a guest into a MH overnight, then NOBODY gets a good nights sleep. No fair to the guest, even less fair to the...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-08-2013, 09:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,230
Posted By nbounder
Mr. new-old . . . ....If you are lucky, you live...

Mr. new-old . . . ....If you are lucky, you live in a town with another good ol' boy from this forum. That would help you a lot having a buddy - I bet your 'problem' is a simple one, to boot. ...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-07-2013, 10:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,045
Posted By nbounder
If at all possible, fill your charging hose...

If at all possible, fill your charging hose before hooking onto the low side port. Just open the valve on the can (a little bit is enough)till you get some 134A flowing out. Close valve, attach...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-30-2013, 09:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,044
Posted By nbounder
I also wanted to reposition the camera for a look...

I also wanted to reposition the camera for a look further back. It was easy enough, but there was one small kink . . . .the hex head fastener they used to secure the camera on my Itasca was 8mm. I...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 06-16-2013, 09:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,972
Posted By nbounder
Joe - we'll be happy to have you 'out west'...

Joe - we'll be happy to have you 'out west' anytime. As we live in the mountains of AZ, where Wyatt Earp hung out and Barry Goldwater sold nails and chew in a store down the block, you're more than...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 06-10-2013, 09:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,331
Posted By nbounder
floor mats . . . . ......

smlranger - I did 'zactly as you did - bought a welcome mat (w/o the word) and just set it down in front of the drivers seat. Looked so nice that we then went back to Home D'po and bought more to...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-10-2013, 09:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,901
Posted By nbounder
How interesting - for whatever reason, I was...

How interesting - for whatever reason, I was under the impression that Workhorse was a low dollar Chevy knock off. Haddaya like those apples?! I guess ya learn somethin' new every day!
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-05-2013, 09:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,047
Posted By nbounder
Cheryl - I believe the 1990 truck has plastic...

Cheryl - I believe the 1990 truck has plastic lenses. I'm guessin' that if it were glass, it would not have oxidized so badly. On this topic - the nice young man at O'Rielly told me some time back...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-03-2013, 08:35 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,047
Posted By nbounder
I have found that acetone appplied with a stiff...

I have found that acetone appplied with a stiff wire brush actually helped a bunch. Not to where the lights were 'crystal clear', however. Considering that I was working on a 1990 Ford truck, maybe...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-01-2013, 09:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,882
Posted By nbounder
HWH jack concerns

Vehicle is an '01 Itasca Suncruiser, bought used this year in Q-Site. It came equipped with HWH (hydraulic) jacks. They function OK, but there are 2 things that trouble me. . . ....
1) The jacks...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-27-2013, 09:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,223
Posted By nbounder
If my memory serves, the 1076 is a bayonet base...

If my memory serves, the 1076 is a bayonet base bulb. In my days as an auto repairman, I recall that when we got a stuck bulb, the 'trick' was to squirt a little Kroil down in there if at all...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-14-2013, 10:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,744
Posted By nbounder
FWIW _ I'd prefer to change the sconces to a...

FWIW _ I'd prefer to change the sconces to a style that accommodates LEDs. The ones in my '01 Suncruiser get so hot it scares me . .& I don't scare easily! I just don't use 'em!
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-10-2013, 09:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,627
Posted By nbounder
Have you heard of the 'far sighting' technique?? ...

Have you heard of the 'far sighting' technique?? It means you always look far down the road, not directly in front of the coach. I had to hear regularly from DW about how I wander all over the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-03-2013, 09:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,802
Posted By nbounder
NSDIENES - I trust someone has showed you how to...

NSDIENES - I trust someone has showed you how to lift up the dashboard, yielding easy (so to speak) access to the morass of wires and gauges and other stuff down there. I have not seen an RV that...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-03-2013, 09:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,375
Posted By nbounder
I have the same manual as LEHAFR . . . .no where...

I have the same manual as LEHAFR . . . .no where does it say WD40 for ANY use in a MH. The stuff is for folks who watch too much TV and actually believe what they are fed. If you have a can of...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-19-2013, 09:17 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 15,260
Posted By nbounder
The basement air has its advantages &...

The basement air has its advantages & disadvantages, as noted in the responses above. I can only add that my shop wants me to get the unit serviced regularly because the fan and another motor in...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-18-2013, 09:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,961
Posted By nbounder
Itasca 'crabbing'

Vehicle is an '01 Itasca on a Ford F53 gasser chassis. Noticed a week or 2 ago after following the wife driving it that the body seems to not be on the frame squarely. The unit drives straight down...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-13-2013, 09:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,684
Posted By nbounder
Any reasonably competent RV store should have...

Any reasonably competent RV store should have them in stock. Call around before you go buzzing around town. These are common parts.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-13-2013, 09:21 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,704
Posted By nbounder
My '01 Suncruiser has a tank rinser that is...

My '01 Suncruiser has a tank rinser that is pretty much only decorative. When used, it makes no difference in readings. I shall continue reading forums and trying any cocamamie idea, just in case...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-08-2013, 05:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,229
Posted By nbounder
Joe-rig looks beautiful, just like mine. Funny...

Joe-rig looks beautiful, just like mine. Funny thing - I also drive an '01 Itasca. Needed some work after purchase, but now it's fine. Most important thing I'd say is to find a competent, honest...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-05-2013, 09:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,684
Posted By nbounder
I just bought & installed this date two 120#...

I just bought & installed this date two 120# units to hold up the bed when we're rummaging around there. They work! Suggest you bring the old unit to a bona fide new parts store (need not be a...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 03-31-2013, 08:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,222
Posted By nbounder
Crooked steering wheel

Just had my big beautiful Suncruiser aligned. Back when I drove it off the lot at purchase, We noticed the steering wheel needed to be held a bit off dead straight to keep the unit traveling...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-31-2013, 08:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,364
Posted By nbounder
Add'l info on HWH jacks

While we're on the jack topic - I read once (where? short term memory failure prevents more detail) that one should spray the jack rods with silicon spray just before retracting them every time you...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-25-2013, 09:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,245
Posted By nbounder
I love that 460. Had one in my Bounder, and I...

I love that 460. Had one in my Bounder, and I wish there was one in my Suncruiser. The thing has the power of an ox. As far as gas mileage, don't give it a second thought. Any class A is going...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-08-2013, 07:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,720
Posted By nbounder
Well, I've found that my '01 Itasca is furnishing...

Well, I've found that my '01 Itasca is furnishing me with lots of forum material already, and we haven't brought it home yet! Now - about the Instrument panel getting replaced - the local Blythe...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-08-2013, 07:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,720
Posted By nbounder
Yea or nay - should my '01 Itasca be so equipped?

We are about a week away from taking possession of an '01 Itasca - used but not abused. Should this gem come equipped with the heating coils that take over when the temps drop too low for the heat...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-03-2013, 09:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,556
Posted By nbounder
Really wierd noise on '01 Itasca

We are looking seriously at an '01 Itasca Suncruiser. One of the obvious defects manifests itself when the key is turned on at the steering column - a foreign grinding type noise erupts from under...
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