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Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-26-2017, 10:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,454
Posted By f14av8r
I'm happy for you. Mine was great for six years...

I'm happy for you. Mine was great for six years then it failed pretty quickly over the course of the next year and a half. I took it off before it got as bad as many you'll see on the various...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-25-2017, 01:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,454
Posted By f14av8r
Just give it a few years, you'll see. They all...

Just give it a few years, you'll see. They all go bad, it is just a matter of time.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-22-2017, 04:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,454
Posted By f14av8r
Diamond Shield / 3M Film Removal

If you want to get rid of that nasty film on the front of your coach, check out these videos!

https://uglyshieldremoval.com/videos/
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-18-2017, 06:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,978
Posted By f14av8r
Consider replacing your original pump with a...

Consider replacing your original pump with a bypass pump like the Sureflo 4008. Bypass pumps provide more consistent pressure by preventing on/off cycling of the pump when demand is low. Instead,...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-11-2017, 07:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,439
Posted By f14av8r
Our door got caught with a gust of wind and...

Our door got caught with a gust of wind and popped the rivet loose. I just took the scissor arm off the door, put the rivet on my vice, and beat the crap out of it with a hammer. That fixed it and...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 12-30-2016, 09:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,091
Posted By f14av8r
I literally threw mine off the roof and replaced...

I literally threw mine off the roof and replaced it with a Winegard Travler. Never been happier. The King Dome 9762 is an outdated POS. Save time and your sanity and just move on.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-23-2016, 09:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,963
Posted By f14av8r
I was never happy with the stock 2010 34Y...

I was never happy with the stock 2010 34Y inverter. At the one year point, I pulled it out and replaced it with a nice 2000W Pure Sine Wave unit. At the same time, I added a small electrical...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-29-2015, 07:21 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,316
Posted By f14av8r
You sir have a current delivery problem. Finding...

You sir have a current delivery problem. Finding where and why is the challenge but I'm absolutely certain that you have an obstacle in the path of your current flow to the motor. It's either a bad...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-29-2015, 11:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,003
Posted By f14av8r
When you say nothing happens, what is your power...

When you say nothing happens, what is your power supply? Are you on shore (campground) power? Or, are you working off the batteries. Those are definitely your battery disconnects. One is for your...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-13-2015, 05:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,137
Posted By f14av8r
I'm sure the KarGard II is a good product. I...

I'm sure the KarGard II is a good product. I have to question the cause/effect relationship here though. Rick says that the "paint on the toad suffered over time." So the facts in evidence are...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-11-2015, 07:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,137
Posted By f14av8r
Properly mounted flaps behind the rear wheels and...

Properly mounted flaps behind the rear wheels and a full width flap off the rear is the gold standard for protection of your toad and your motorhome.

Remember, all that stuff getting kicked up by...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-07-2015, 01:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,973
Posted By f14av8r
The entire RV shaking part doesn't make sense but...

The entire RV shaking part doesn't make sense but the noise you describe might be your transfer switch. You really don't give us enough information to be of much help with your problem. When you...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 02-28-2015, 02:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,883
Posted By f14av8r
Hi Mark, Call Winnebago Service Assistance at...

Hi Mark,
Call Winnebago Service Assistance at (800) 537-1885. Give them your VIN or better still your Winnebago Serial Number. They should be able to give you the information you need or point you...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-15-2015, 02:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,885
Posted By f14av8r
Great link, thanks! Exactly the right parts with...

Great link, thanks! Exactly the right parts with reasonable prices and shipping cost.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-15-2015, 02:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,885
Posted By f14av8r
Just make sure you don't get any sealant / glue...

Just make sure you don't get any sealant / glue or whatever you use to attach them in the weep holes themselves. If you block those holes (actually slots) you are in for a nasty surprise during the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-15-2015, 02:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,556
Posted By f14av8r
You have a vacuum leak. As another stated, check...

You have a vacuum leak. As another stated, check all your hoses for cracks / disconnects. Call Winnebago Service Assist and they'll email you a diagram of the system. That makes it much easier to...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-08-2015, 04:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,322
Posted By f14av8r
Lanny, "Purchase Price?" Are you sure. When I...

Lanny, "Purchase Price?" Are you sure. When I talked to FCIS they would only cover my coach at it's actual cash value. When I asked what that meant, they said it was the wholesale value, basically...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-23-2015, 04:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,322
Posted By f14av8r
I got a quote and FCIS (Winnebago) was $200 lower...

I got a quote and FCIS (Winnebago) was $200 lower than my company of 5 years, National Interstate. So, I pulled out my National policy and the quote and called the agent. We compared apples to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-11-2015, 03:43 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,437
Posted By f14av8r
Wow, what a great discussion. Here's a few of my...

Wow, what a great discussion. Here's a few of my thoughts.
First, used vs new. We bought our 2010 Winnebago Journey new, literally right off the showroom floor. It was awesome having the warranty...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-25-2014, 05:12 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,438
Posted By f14av8r
The 100 watt solar panel / charger system is...

The 100 watt solar panel / charger system is designed only to trickle charge the battery to prevent parasite loads (radio memory and such) from slowly draining the battery when in storage. It works...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-11-2014, 05:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,034
Posted By f14av8r
I would clean and exercise all your start / stop...

I would clean and exercise all your start / stop switches (panel, dash, on unit). Use a good contact cleaner from Radio shack or the like. If the problem recurs, you have a short somewhere in the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-08-2013, 08:50 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,161
Posted By f14av8r
Your problem is almost certainly a low fluid...

Your problem is almost certainly a low fluid level. Add Dexron 3 to top off the reservoir. Make sure the JACKS ARE UP when you add fluid. If you top off the reservoir with the jacks down and then...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-24-2013, 05:48 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 13,237
Posted By f14av8r
We have nothing but good things to say about...

We have nothing but good things to say about Winnebago. If you buy a new one, plan on making a trip to the factory in Iowa before the warranty expires. You'll be VERY happy with the service you...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-24-2013, 05:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,566
Posted By f14av8r
N4UUX here. I really think that something else...

N4UUX here. I really think that something else is going on here my friend. When you say "after test" what do you mean. I think there is a simple test for this. First, open both your black and...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-21-2013, 07:45 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 15,293
Posted By f14av8r
There are a lot of other factors that come into...

There are a lot of other factors that come into play when trying to cool a RV. I submit that if you take any coach on the market and put it in the open, facing south west, with the shades up you...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-19-2013, 04:40 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 15,293
Posted By f14av8r
Another advantage not yet mentioned is the fact...

Another advantage not yet mentioned is the fact that you won't have condensate water running down the sides of your coach. That's a big problem with a lot of roof-top units.

We love our basement...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-11-2012, 08:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,998
Posted By f14av8r
Whoops, bad on me. That is indeed the return for...

Whoops, bad on me. That is indeed the return for the gas furnace. It's been awhile since we did the mod and I forgot. That is one of the reason we put it on the slide. There is an adequate gap...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-11-2012, 07:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,556
Posted By f14av8r
We love our combo Splendide. I especially like...

We love our combo Splendide. I especially like the fact I can put in a load of clothes and don't have to do anything else until they are done. Get read for bed routine - take off clothes, put them in...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-09-2012, 05:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,998
Posted By f14av8r
Hi, That access plate is not a HVAC return. It...

Hi,
That access plate is not a HVAC return. It is just access / ventilation for the plumbing in the bathroom. The table is attached to the slide out and that is the only way I would recommend...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-25-2012, 10:44 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 10,404
Posted By f14av8r
Hi KIX, Thanks for the great suggestion. One...

Hi KIX,
Thanks for the great suggestion. One question. What's an "ID" blower cage?
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-25-2012, 08:20 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 10,404
Posted By f14av8r
Our basement air has functioned flawlessly for...

Our basement air has functioned flawlessly for 2.5 years and 30K miles in a wide variety of temperatures all over the country. I consider it one of the very best features of our Winnebago. That...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-25-2012, 07:59 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 10,404
Posted By f14av8r
Evaluating your thermostat location might help. ...

Evaluating your thermostat location might help. Ensure the ventilation / airflow around the thermostat is representative of the area where you spend most of your time in the coach. If it isn't, you...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-24-2012, 04:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,798
Posted By f14av8r
I can speak to the maintenance on both my current...

I can speak to the maintenance on both my current coach - Winnebago Journey - and previous coach, a Gas V-10 Powered Georgie Boy Landau. You can read further if you like but I'll give you my bottom...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-22-2012, 03:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,798
Posted By f14av8r
Wherever you buy, make sure the dealer brings all...

Wherever you buy, make sure the dealer brings all the scheduled maintenance current before you take delivery. Your Freightliner chassis owners manual requires service at six months and at one year,...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-02-2012, 07:07 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,538
Posted By f14av8r
Mick, The xantrex issue . . . It is a...

Mick,
The xantrex issue . . .

It is a difficult problem to duplicate repeatedly which is why it took me nearly a year, two dealers, and finally a factory visit to correct. And, correcting it...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-02-2012, 07:01 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,538
Posted By f14av8r
Hi Mick, I'll turn to the Xantrex issue in a...

Hi Mick,
I'll turn to the Xantrex issue in a moment.

I don't know of any TSBs or recalls on our 34Y. Read my earlier post in this thread about our modifications / issues.

I would highly...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-29-2012, 09:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,538
Posted By f14av8r
Hi Mick and Sue, The king bed is definitely a...

Hi Mick and Sue,
The king bed is definitely a trade off but we love ours. Yep, you gotta turn sideways to move along side but I usually just throw my bride on and jump in after her!

I hope you...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-28-2012, 04:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,538
Posted By f14av8r
Can't help you with the fridge question. I'm...

Can't help you with the fridge question. I'm very happy with my Norcold but I know others have had some problems. We do a lot of dry camping and I wouldn't want to have to run the refer off the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-26-2012, 07:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,845
Posted By f14av8r
I think all you need to do is adjust the motor...

I think all you need to do is adjust the motor limit (out) setting. See page eight of the attached service manual.

I don't think you have an electrical problem. The motor "stalls" when a low...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-25-2012, 04:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,837
Posted By f14av8r
Seriously though, I've used gutter extenders and...

Seriously though, I've used gutter extenders and they really don't help all that much. If there is ANY wind at all the runoff still ends up down the side of the coach. I'll admit they help with...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-25-2012, 06:04 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,538
Posted By f14av8r
Winnebago does a great job of labeling their...

Winnebago does a great job of labeling their wiring. I have the entire wiring diagram with all the identifier codes so, if you can get the info off the wire we can probably solve the mystery.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-24-2012, 12:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,837
Posted By f14av8r
Pack a whole bunch of sealant at the front gutter...

Pack a whole bunch of sealant at the front gutter termination and make the water drain out the back? Just thinking out loud . . .
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-24-2012, 12:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,725
Posted By f14av8r
Yep, it should be labeled "Slideout Lock Key is...

Yep, it should be labeled "Slideout Lock Key is OFF" My wife keeps turning that silly think off requiring me to make an unnecessary trip to the monitor panel. I thought about turning it on and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-24-2012, 11:50 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,538
Posted By f14av8r
Hmmm, I don't have anything like that in my...

Hmmm, I don't have anything like that in my undersink area. I forget, did you say you bought yours new? I do see that they relocated the icemaker shutoff so that it is easier to access. Mine is in...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-23-2012, 05:31 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,538
Posted By f14av8r
Hi David, Post a photo of the broken wire /...

Hi David,
Post a photo of the broken wire / connection point and I'll compare it to my coach.

The slideout travel should be an easy fix. I haven't had any problemw with the full wall slide...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-21-2012, 03:54 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,538
Posted By f14av8r
Hi David, The E05 error and sequence of failure...

Hi David,
The E05 error and sequence of failure is EXACTLY what we experienced with the Xantrex. I worked with three different dealers and finally the factory and none of them could fix the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-19-2012, 08:34 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,538
Posted By f14av8r
Dave, I find the onboard mileage computer to be...

Dave, I find the onboard mileage computer to be very accurate. The added advantage of this feature is you can differentiate your miles per gallon (coach) from your generator fuel useage. The onboard...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-19-2012, 08:31 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,538
Posted By f14av8r
Hello Dave and Linda, We love our 2010 34Y. ...

Hello Dave and Linda,
We love our 2010 34Y. We've worked through all the teething pains by now and have the coach pretty much the way we want it. Here is a long summary of our experience so far. ...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-02-2012, 03:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,998
Posted By f14av8r
Journey 34Y Table Mod

Our 2010 Journey Express 34Y did not have a table on the left side of the Euro Chair. The only place to set a drink while sitting in the chair was in a small corner table that was almost behind the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-26-2012, 11:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,136
Posted By f14av8r
Please don't take this the wrong way. I'm...

Please don't take this the wrong way. I'm honestly curious. Why do you want to idle your coach for extended periods?
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