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Forum: Welcome Mat Today, 02:49 PM
Replies: 5
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Posted By creativepart
Hi and welcome, There is a huge "Intent" thread...

Hi and welcome,
There is a huge "Intent" thread here with lots of mods, fixes, etc.

https://www.winnieowners.com/forums/f263/for-all-intents-and-purposes-353677.html

As to why the Intent went...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair Today, 02:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 51
Posted By creativepart
Humm... is that so? I thought "CHT" was...

Humm... is that so? I thought "CHT" was COLOR=BLACK.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair Today, 02:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 51
Posted By creativepart
Winnebago may give that a part number... but it's...

Winnebago may give that a part number... but it's a generic RV drawer latch available on Amazon, Camping World, etc. Probably every RV parts seller has these in multiple sizes.

I bought a 8-pack...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics Yesterday, 12:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 98
Posted By creativepart
To be better able to offer info, we'd need to...

To be better able to offer info, we'd need to know:

Does your Minnie have any solar panels on the roof? If so how many watts, and what charge controller?

The more info we have the more advice...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions Yesterday, 11:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 72
Posted By creativepart
Newer F53 chassis gas motor homes were fitted OEM...

Newer F53 chassis gas motor homes were fitted OEM with electro-hydraulic brake boosters. Is that a possible retrofit for your 30-year old Brave? Or maybe you have the older hydroboost system that use...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-26-2024, 09:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 98
Posted By creativepart
To answer the OP’s question would take a long...

To answer the OP’s question would take a long time and we’d have to ask a dozen more questions. I’ll try to find some helpful links to get him started on this involved journey. It’s late here now, so...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-26-2024, 09:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 98
Posted By creativepart
https://www.zampsolar.com/ Ray, Winnebago...

https://www.zampsolar.com/

Ray, Winnebago has partnered with Zamp Solar for about 8-years. They make and sell panels, charge controllers, ports and portable solar kits. The majority of Winnebagos...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-26-2024, 04:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 84
Posted By creativepart
Yes, there is. I wonder why??? Well, anyway, that...

Yes, there is. I wonder why??? Well, anyway, that answers the first question with authority. Now, we know.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-26-2024, 01:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 84
Posted By creativepart
There is a "Sealant Guide" for your Sunstar - but...

There is a "Sealant Guide" for your Sunstar - but you are on the right track. You should be able to apply silicone sealant right on top of the existing sealant. And Nuco/Hengs 311 is an appropriate...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 03-26-2024, 09:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 113
Posted By creativepart
Thanks for posting - but so many use online...

Thanks for posting - but so many use online services to grab cancellations for hard to get spots that these will likely be gone in seconds after you cancel.

I use https://wanderinglabs.com. You...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 03-26-2024, 09:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 100
Posted By creativepart
Hi and welcome, There's no need to struggle...

Hi and welcome,

There's no need to struggle with a WDH. You simply need to know how to make it easier.

I didn't have an Anderson WDH, which has chains instead of spring bars, but perhaps it's...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-24-2024, 05:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 178
Posted By creativepart
Randy, does your Vista have a similar bulge?...

Randy, does your Vista have a similar bulge? Photos of other 32Ms I found online all have that bulge.

I guess just that top lip is molded fiberglass?
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-24-2024, 11:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 178
Posted By creativepart
From the 2022 Vista brochure - here's the build...

From the 2022 Vista brochure - here's the build of the Vista body showing the rear cap as a separate solid section.

It does look less formed than my rear cap on the Adventurer, but still similar...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-24-2024, 10:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 178
Posted By creativepart
I was going to suggest that that "bulge," since...

I was going to suggest that that "bulge," since it's on every other same size Vista I can see photos of, is actually a support beam. So, it may be the only part with much behind it.

My rear cap...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 03-24-2024, 10:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 445
Posted By creativepart
That one time I mentioned when all was full? Las...

That one time I mentioned when all was full? Las Cruces, NM.
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 03-24-2024, 10:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 445
Posted By creativepart
Jealous of you. We used to do that. But for the...

Jealous of you. We used to do that. But for the past 4 years or so have made reservations for every stop in advance.

Seems like it was about 4-years ago that we'd roll up or call from the road...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-24-2024, 10:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 178
Posted By creativepart
Really tough to say without a photo. The rear cap...

Really tough to say without a photo. The rear cap is one piece molded fiberglass and not really prone to delaminating. The sides of the body are where delamination is an issue. And, just to complete...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 03-23-2024, 05:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 445
Posted By creativepart
Most of the other RV trip planning websites have...

Most of the other RV trip planning websites have closed up (Good Sam and Rand McNally are two examples).

Because I can't import a route into my NavNgo GPS on my OEM Xite system I just use Google...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-23-2024, 05:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 178
Posted By creativepart
Which of the over 40 Winnebago models are you...

Which of the over 40 Winnebago models are you speaking of? Winnebago is everything from Travel Trailers, to Vans, to Class Cs and Class A motor coaches as well.

So, we have no idea what you're...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 03-23-2024, 05:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 107
Posted By creativepart
Hey Scott, Just looking at that Whispering...

Hey Scott,
Just looking at that Whispering Pines listing in RV Park Reviews made me want to look at other options.

If I was choosing I'd say Park Places RV Park looks like a better choice....
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 03-21-2024, 02:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 291
Posted By creativepart
No special part number needed, not a Winnebago...

No special part number needed, not a Winnebago part anyway - it's a Mercedes Sprinter part since it's a chassis part. Remember you View is a chassis made by Mercedes and a house made by Winnebago.
...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-21-2024, 02:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 67
Posted By creativepart
Now... if we all could read your mind about what...

Now... if we all could read your mind about what you call a "grab bar" I think we might be able to make suggestions for fixes.

Are you taking about the bar on the outside of the TT next to the...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 03-21-2024, 08:03 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 203
Posted By creativepart
When it’s dirty. At home. I bought a water...

When it’s dirty. At home. I bought a water deionizer (https://crspotless.com/shop-now/spotless-water-systems/) to wash without having to dry it after. And an electric power washer. Works great but...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-21-2024, 07:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 412
Posted By creativepart
No need to replace a pump. The check valve...

No need to replace a pump. The check valve rebuild kit is under $25 and the task takes maybe 20 mins.

https://www.amazon.com/SHURFLO-94-800-03-Model-Repair-Parts-Check/dp/B00XKZ31VC
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-20-2024, 08:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 315
Posted By creativepart
As an RV newbie it’s important to realize your...

As an RV newbie it’s important to realize your Tour is two things at once… a Freightliner Chassis and a Winnebago house. If you want info, parts or service it’s best to seek one for chassis stuff and...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-19-2024, 02:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 445
Posted By creativepart
Wow, I see that now. That's a new one on me. Good...

Wow, I see that now. That's a new one on me. Good to know.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-19-2024, 01:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 294
Posted By creativepart
As best I can tell from the photo... I'd say it's...

As best I can tell from the photo... I'd say it's coming from either the Clearance Lights in the front cap or the radius where the front cap connects to the side of the body of the RV.

What you're...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-19-2024, 12:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 93
Posted By creativepart
Have you looked at the Operator's Manual for your...

Have you looked at the Operator's Manual for your RV's Entertainment Center?

I looked at it and see the following:



Could that be your issue? Do you have the key in ignition and in the Off...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-19-2024, 12:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 107
Posted By creativepart
Plenty of us have. We pulled out our "I-Deal...

Plenty of us have.

We pulled out our "I-Deal Rest" RV King mattress 4 years ago. One of the controller's wires got pinched once and one whole side of the mattress was unable to work. I fixed it...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-19-2024, 09:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 412
Posted By creativepart
This is super common. There are one or two main...

This is super common. There are one or two main reasons.

First, the fix. Turn off your City Water connection in your RV site. Then turn on your water pump and live off of the water in your fresh...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-19-2024, 07:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 445
Posted By creativepart
Side cameras? On a Micro Minnie? Since when is...

Side cameras? On a Micro Minnie? Since when is that a thing?
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 03-18-2024, 04:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,330
Posted By creativepart
Cost? Weight? It’s not trying to be a “4-Seasons”...

Cost? Weight? It’s not trying to be a “4-Seasons” travel trailer?

I’d guess those could be some of the reasons???
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-17-2024, 07:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 634
Posted By creativepart
i've had two stolen and the first cost $2,700...

i've had two stolen and the first cost $2,700 while the second cost $4,000. Both covered by Progressive Insurance.

I didn't do an extensive search, but the 3-places I called the second time when...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-16-2024, 10:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 313
Posted By creativepart
No, it’s a large RV park. We’ve stayed there...

No, it’s a large RV park. We’ve stayed there often and they do usually have a board full of business cards on display.

It’s probably a decent place to get referrals.

I’m sure it doesn’t matter...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-15-2024, 01:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 263
Posted By creativepart
Thanks for the large photos, that helps. ...

Thanks for the large photos, that helps.

First thing I would try is to pull the Core Unit out. If it's like mine it's held in with a screw in each corner.

Be advised... there are 114,600 wires...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-15-2024, 11:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 263
Posted By creativepart
Here's an example of the photo issue. Below...

Here's an example of the photo issue.

Below is one of your photos enlarged to 2000 px wide. You can see that it displays fine and is clickable to see more detail. Of course, my enlargement of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-15-2024, 11:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 263
Posted By creativepart
Because you have sized your photos to be small...

Because you have sized your photos to be small thumbnail size, we are unable to click on them to get a larger view and see more detail about the task at hand.

You can upload large images and the...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 03-14-2024, 03:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 313
Posted By creativepart
Hi, The HDMI Matrix can be difficult to master...

Hi,
The HDMI Matrix can be difficult to master if you're not entirely tech savvy.

I have the system and pretty much know the ins and outs.

What, specifically, are you having issue with? Start...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 03-14-2024, 01:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 162
Posted By creativepart
The best way to approach this issue, in my way of...

The best way to approach this issue, in my way of thinking, is to drive the RV to an Automotive A/C repair shop and let them diagnose and fix the problem.

Someone like: Wayne's Service Plus in...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-14-2024, 09:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 445
Posted By creativepart
Woah there… the Spring Hill battery plant is...

Woah there… the Spring Hill battery plant is making a totally different chemistry and type of battery than the type used in current LiFePO4 batteries being used in RVs. So, at this point there is no...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-14-2024, 09:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 546
Posted By creativepart
Just to reconfirm- most common for this engine is...

Just to reconfirm- most common for this engine is an exhaust leak.

If doing some DIY trouble shooting you can remove the engine cover (called the “dog house”) between the driver’s and passenger’s...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-13-2024, 01:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 443
Posted By creativepart
Be aware that Coax TV is lower definition....

Be aware that Coax TV is lower definition. However, if all you use is Antenna OTA TV It will work great. Using a splitter there could be some signal degradation with Cable TV and it likely won't work...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-12-2024, 10:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 443
Posted By creativepart
In Oregon, not 20 miles from you, the places to...

In Oregon, not 20 miles from you, the places to look for would be around Junction City, OR. Because Country Coach RVs were manufactured there for many years when the factory closed a large number of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-12-2024, 10:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 445
Posted By creativepart
As you suspect… your dealer is a crook and he’s...

As you suspect… your dealer is a crook and he’s trying to steal your hard earned money.

Certainly, if you have to hire out projects like this they are going to cost more than if you could do this...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-11-2024, 10:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 369
Posted By creativepart
The Cover on the EMS-PT30X Portable RV Surge...

The Cover on the EMS-PT30X Portable RV Surge Protector is hinged and opens enough to accommodate your power plug without any problem. Even opened it will provide some cover in wet weather, though I...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-10-2024, 09:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 674
Posted By creativepart
Some leveling systems have a pin at the top of...

Some leveling systems have a pin at the top of each Jack and when the Jack is up it contacts the pin and this notifies the controller that all the jacks have fully retracted. The pin can get bent and...
Forum: Winnebago Class B Motorhomes 03-09-2024, 10:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 110
Posted By creativepart
That heating system is pretty new to all of us. A...

That heating system is pretty new to all of us. A great help is to bypass the dealer and contact the company that makes that system. Dealers are pretty uninformed about anything new in the RVs they...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-08-2024, 03:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 263
Posted By creativepart
Cleats? A joke right? If not it should be. I...

Cleats? A joke right? If not it should be.

I wear the light hiking shoes I usually wear. It's slipery up there, sure. Be careful or hire the job out. I'm 74 and my wife says that I'm not allowed...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-07-2024, 09:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 110
Posted By creativepart
I can’t answer your question, but the Pure3...

I can’t answer your question, but the Pure3 system is detailed in Section 6-9 of the Operator’s Manual.

If you don’t have one of those here’s a link to a full PDF of that manual:
...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-07-2024, 10:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 280
Posted By creativepart
It's on the rear of the 2021 Micro Minnie...

It's on the rear of the 2021 Micro Minnie 2108DS. Looking at a video tour of the model it looks like a Dometic - but if you open that door there should be a label with make and model info.

Oddly,...
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