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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-02-2014, 05:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,763
Posted By VectraDon
Pleated Divider

One side of the pleated divider is screwed into the wood the other is clipped to brackets on the wall. (this might be reversed) Easy to unscrew and remove.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-29-2014, 09:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,763
Posted By VectraDon
Yes, the 40AD has this feature and the curtain...

Yes, the 40AD has this feature and the curtain has tension strings inside to keep it from looking like an accordion when driving along.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-27-2014, 03:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,763
Posted By VectraDon
No, I mean the tall vertical pleated shade/cover...

No, I mean the tall vertical pleated shade/cover that covers the front of the slide when it is open and compresses when the slide closes. It just covers the slide mechanicals.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-27-2014, 03:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,763
Posted By VectraDon
Vectra slide curtain

Does anyone know how to restring the pleated curtain that covers interior of the right front slide? Thanks
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-31-2013, 06:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,106
Posted By VectraDon
Vectra 40AD

We have a 2004 40AD and love the floorplan. We travel with several tropical birds and the long curbside counter is perfect for their cages. I have no complaints with the floorplan. Unfortunately...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-14-2013, 06:34 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 10,509
Posted By VectraDon
How did you change the bulb? Does the amber lens...

How did you change the bulb? Does the amber lens cap unscrew? I haven't been able to change my failed bulb.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-13-2012, 08:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,471
Posted By VectraDon
I had one and loved it. Check for rust - the...

I had one and loved it. Check for rust - the reason I had to trade up. Good luck!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-05-2011, 04:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,859
Posted By VectraDon
Hi Eric, Can't say I have ever had exactly the...

Hi Eric, Can't say I have ever had exactly the same problem but I do remember things going bad when I ran my generator at the same time the coach was plugged into shore power. I never do it now. ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-31-2011, 07:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,321
Posted By VectraDon
Lights out - Engine out

I've had the problem of the engine dying when the lights or windshield wipers were turned on. It turned out to be the 300 amp circuit breaker found on the driverside frame rail, next to the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-27-2011, 03:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,321
Posted By VectraDon
Battery disconnect problem

Try this. Have someone turn on the battery disconnect switch at the same time as you start the engine using the battery boost switch. It works on my Vectra. Something about flipping the diode ??
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-27-2011, 03:22 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,922
Posted By VectraDon
TV Replacement

Hi Eric, It's me again.

I replaced the old RCA tube set in the bedroom with a Sharp Equus. Althoughnit's not a high def. flat screen, the RCA died and I had the Sharp. I had to fabricate a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-27-2011, 03:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,486
Posted By VectraDon
Vectra rust

I had the same problem on my '04 Vectra. The metal clips holding the window inplace rusted and one window cracked due to pressure from the rust buildup. The windshield repair man was very familiar...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-20-2010, 04:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,864
Posted By VectraDon
Smile Problem solved

Thanks "bdpreece", the heat gun worked. It took a while and the vinyl connector came out in little warm pieces but the job is done. I used a Dremel and utility knife to remove everything other than...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-19-2010, 10:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,864
Posted By VectraDon
Excellent idea. Well worth a try. Thanks.

Excellent idea. Well worth a try. Thanks.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-19-2010, 09:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,864
Posted By VectraDon
They recommend digging it out. Possibly using a...

They recommend digging it out. Possibly using a drill to break it up. No easy extraction process. Glad my hourly rate is $0.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-17-2010, 04:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,864
Posted By VectraDon
Galley Slide Floor Gasket Replacement

RE: 2004 VECTRA 40AD

HELP!!! Has anyone replaced the vinyl floor gasket on the edge of the galley slide that covers the hole when the slide is out? I bought the replacement part but cannot...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-22-2010, 07:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,101
Posted By VectraDon
Problem Solved

I checked with the mfg. of my faucet - it had been replaced a few years ago - and learned that the faucet had a check valve which could get plugged up but could not be repaired or replaced. They...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 02-25-2010, 05:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,101
Posted By VectraDon
Question Low water pressure - kitchen faucet

Is there a true fix for the low water pressure found in the kitchen sink of Winnebago coaches? Bathroom sink and shower are fine. Kitchen sink, pathetic. I've had the faucet replaced - no...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-25-2009, 07:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,756
Posted By VectraDon
I had a docking light repaired at Forest City in...

I had a docking light repaired at Forest City in 2006. $26.20 parts, $76.50 labor. The whole sealed bulb unit had to be replaced. Good luck with today's prices.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 11-25-2009, 07:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,155
Posted By VectraDon
Sirius antenna install in Vectra 40AD

I'm interested in how you removed and reinstalled the header board (roof of the compartment above the windshield). Is it attached with velcro? How much work? Thanks.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-09-2009, 05:29 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 23,705
Posted By VectraDon
Hi, When I saw your post I was interested and...

Hi, When I saw your post I was interested and checked on Allure through Google. I found a blog that told a frightening story of a smell problem with the flooring. I don't remember the web site,...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-21-2008, 03:28 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 26,393
Posted By VectraDon
Are there any pictures of the typical damage and...

Are there any pictures of the typical damage and an Eternabond repair job? I'd like to see what I'm in line for.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-07-2008, 03:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,531
Posted By VectraDon
RanchoVectra: I never had this problem on my '04...

RanchoVectra: I never had this problem on my '04 40AD. My street slide lifts before moving in making it difficult to slide at all. Do you mean the bedroom slide?

VectraDon
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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-17-2007, 04:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,641
Posted By VectraDon
I recently had a similar problem. My generator...

I recently had a similar problem. My generator would stop after a minute or two and display a code 31 fault indicating an over reving problem. My service tech said it was the second time he had seen...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-28-2007, 05:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,282
Posted By VectraDon
My Vectra has the same squeaking door problem. ...

My Vectra has the same squeaking door problem. I've replaced the bolt with the teflon variety and tried silicone on everything. It still squeaks. However, I think I recently found the problem. If...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-31-2007, 05:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,054
Posted By VectraDon
The leak was caused by loose screws which hold...

The leak was caused by loose screws which hold the dump valve onto the wall of the compartment. When the dump vavle was opened, the water was leaking onto the inside of the wall as well as out the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-31-2007, 05:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,698
Posted By VectraDon
Upon arriving at our current campground site I...

Upon arriving at our current campground site I found that my jacks would not go down. The HWH system had worked perfectly the previous day so I was sure I had blown a fuse or something like that. I...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-31-2007, 05:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,698
Posted By VectraDon
Upon arriving at our current campground site I...

Upon arriving at our current campground site I found that my jacks would not go down. The HWH system had worked perfectly the previous day so I was sure I had blown a fuse or something like that. I...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-21-2007, 06:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,054
Posted By VectraDon
I found mine leaking today also. It looks like...

I found mine leaking today also. It looks like it is behind a panel but I haven't tried to fix it yet. I only noticed it because my fresh water tank was filling by itself (fill valve set on City...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-03-2006, 09:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,201
Posted By VectraDon
The docking light was replaced at Winnebago in...

The docking light was replaced at Winnebago in Forest City. $26 part and $76 labor. Next time one burns out, I'll use a flashlight.

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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-24-2006, 10:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,787
Posted By VectraDon
I'll try to attach a couple I took to this note. ...

I'll try to attach a couple I took to this note. Hope it works. I found my circuit breaker behind the compartment that houses the shore power reel.

Sorry It won't paste into this document. I...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-21-2006, 05:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,787
Posted By VectraDon
Well, the problem has been solved. Bolted to the...

Well, the problem has been solved. Bolted to the chassis, is a 135 amp circuit breaker. This circuit breaker is on the line between the battery pack and the starter and front-end electrics. Mine...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-23-2006, 03:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,787
Posted By VectraDon
Getting ready for a trip. Sitting in the yard all...

Getting ready for a trip. Sitting in the yard all clean and preped. All seems well until I turn on the headlights. ENGINE DIES. Start again, directionals...Engine dies.

Called Freightliner. ...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-22-2006, 04:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,787
Posted By VectraDon
We haven't driven far yet but everything seems...

We haven't driven far yet but everything seems OK. A long trip later this week will be the true test. I'll report when we get back.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-21-2006, 03:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,787
Posted By VectraDon
Today my 2004 Vectra died in the middle of a...

Today my 2004 Vectra died in the middle of a major highway! No electricity, no hazard lights, no movement. Just sitting in the middle of the road. 911 to the rescue. After 20 minutes and just...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-21-2006, 03:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,787
Posted By VectraDon
Today my 2004 Vectra died in the middle of a...

Today my 2004 Vectra died in the middle of a major highway! No electricity, no hazard lights, no movement. Just sitting in the middle of the road. 911 to the rescue. After 20 minutes and just...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-07-2006, 06:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,201
Posted By VectraDon
Thanks everyone for the feedback. I checked with...

Thanks everyone for the feedback. I checked with my dealer's service tech and it appears that the complete unit has to be replaced from the rear. No bulb replacement option. I'll comfirm this when...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-09-2006, 03:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,201
Posted By VectraDon
Has anyone found an easy way to replace the...

Has anyone found an easy way to replace the halogen bulb in a VECTRA docking light?

Thanks.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-09-2006, 03:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,201
Posted By VectraDon
Has anyone found an easy way to replace the...

Has anyone found an easy way to replace the halogen bulb in a VECTRA docking light?

Thanks.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 05-25-2005, 06:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,965
Posted By VectraDon
MORE INFO ON THIS PROBLEM: The problem is that...

MORE INFO ON THIS PROBLEM: The problem is that the drainage hose installation by Winnebago is incorrect resulting in sink waste water backing into the dishwasher. Since the sink water can have...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 01-06-2005, 09:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,965
Posted By VectraDon
CWG, We have the same problem in our Vectra...

CWG,
We have the same problem in our Vectra 40AD. Did the Fisher-Paykel service rep explain what he did to fix the water problem? We are on the road and won't be back near our dealer for months....
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