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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-14-2019, 01:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,305
Posted By Wannabe
I'm glad I decided to replace the middle top rear...

I'm glad I decided to replace the middle top rear light because that's the one the trainee did. The cutout for the power wasn't even covered or sealed and he/she missed a hole location and just put a...
Forum: 5th Wheel Topics 12-13-2019, 06:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,409
Posted By Wannabe
I guess I'm not answering your question, but you...

I guess I'm not answering your question, but you got me to crawl under and check my spare. All of my tires are the same as yours sans the spare. I bought my RV pretty much by looking at pictures and...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-07-2019, 11:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,305
Posted By Wannabe
Thanks for the post! I think my camera mount will...

Thanks for the post! I think my camera mount will cover the light hole. I have 5 lights across the top with the middle being where I want the camera so I won't miss the light. I remember the camera...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-06-2019, 07:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,305
Posted By Wannabe
installing a backup camera?

Anyone use the middle running light as a location and power source for their back-up camera? Can I get a positive and negative wire by replacing the existing light with my camera? I realize that the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-03-2019, 01:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,188
Posted By Wannabe
I just won't give up...I removed the front hinge...

I just won't give up...I removed the front hinge screw from the refer front door and was able to wiggle it to the left a little. I saw that the outlet for the refer was on the middle of the wall. I...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-25-2019, 10:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,188
Posted By Wannabe
I think Winnebago has created an impossible task....

I think Winnebago has created an impossible task. The refer does have a screw in front, but it has two in the back which, according to Winnebago, you can access by removing the fireplace. The problem...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-17-2019, 09:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,188
Posted By Wannabe
A switch seems to be the best solution. My plug...

A switch seems to be the best solution. My plug is not assessable (can't be seen)...do we have the same model. If not, I guess I'll have to pull the fireplace to find the plug. Lot of work for a new...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-16-2019, 06:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,188
Posted By Wannabe
No, I can't find a plug...it might be wired...

No, I can't find a plug...it might be wired direct.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-16-2019, 03:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,188
Posted By Wannabe
Outside refer concerns?

I have an outside kitchen in my 2019 Minnie Plus 27 REOK 5th wheel with a 1.6 cu ft refer. The controls and thermostat are on the backside and you would have to remove three screws to remove it to...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-08-2019, 08:05 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,311
Posted By Wannabe
I've done this on and off for 25 years with 12...

I've done this on and off for 25 years with 12 RVs and never had a problem. I think you are assuming that the park water is running into the tank while the pump is on, but the tank valve is set to...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-07-2019, 07:41 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,311
Posted By Wannabe
In parks with low pressure fill your water tank...

In parks with low pressure fill your water tank and take a shower with the water pump on along with the park water, and you will notice a definite improvement.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-05-2019, 10:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,371
Posted By Wannabe
Install window awning?

We have a new Minnie Plus 27 REOK with a 10' x 26" side window in the slide. Anyone installed something that long? I'm ordering a 11' SL window awning from carefree and would like some advice on...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-27-2013, 05:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,076
Posted By Wannabe
It works fine. I leave all three switches on...

It works fine. I leave all three switches on (don't have four) and whatever TV I'm using the picture is good. Be sure and use an RF type remote and if you are at the exterior TV it will send the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-24-2013, 07:43 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,564
Posted By Wannabe
Just returned from Lazydays and they had the all...

Just returned from Lazydays and they had the all black unit and it sold within two days after hitting the lot. It had been originally ordered as a show unit, but sold before the show. It was a show...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-03-2013, 07:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,399
Posted By Wannabe
Good suggestion! I would rather just interrupt...

Good suggestion! I would rather just interrupt the beeping and keep the red lights on unless they are both on the same circuit. Perhaps someone has just switched the beeper? I have heard of taping...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-03-2013, 07:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,399
Posted By Wannabe
I wish I knew how to keep everyone from worrying...

I wish I knew how to keep everyone from worrying about me driving off the jacks. If I stop the beeping, I still have two red lights staring me in the face. Beyond that I don't care if I drive off and...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-03-2013, 07:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,399
Posted By Wannabe
I don't know how to be any clearer about not...

I don't know how to be any clearer about not telling me it's a safety feature, but if that's the best you got then so be it.
:banghead:
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-02-2013, 05:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,399
Posted By Wannabe
disconnect flashing jacks down light?

I have the HWH levelers with the two red lights and beeping noise when engine is running and jacks down. Anyone know which fuse controls the beeping? If the lights are on a seperate fuse that's...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-25-2012, 02:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,143
Posted By Wannabe
That's why I like "Wannabe". No matter what I...

That's why I like "Wannabe". No matter what I own, the name will always be appropriate for the next RV. :D
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-18-2012, 04:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,872
Posted By Wannabe
Why would you be worried about tire dates on...

Why would you be worried about tire dates on 2012's? I'd be much more concerned about things like sewer pipe problems and other things that have cropped up since production.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-17-2012, 07:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,872
Posted By Wannabe
The 2011 model can come with either the 400hp or...

The 2011 model can come with either the 400hp or the 450hp with DEF. I personally wanted the 400hp without DEF. Probably makes little or no difference in the great scheme of things. There is a...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-17-2012, 05:44 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 13,556
Posted By Wannabe
Lot of truth to that statement! If most of us...

Lot of truth to that statement! If most of us accepted it, then we would finally understand that these toys aren't built on an assembly line like cars and learn to use tools to keep them working...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-27-2012, 08:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,373
Posted By Wannabe
I hope that's not directed at me, the OP, because...

I hope that's not directed at me, the OP, because that's what I've been saying all along. You didn't quote the poster so who are you replying to? :confused:
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-25-2012, 01:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,938
Posted By Wannabe
My wife took the driving course at Lazydays RV...

My wife took the driving course at Lazydays RV near Tampa (Seffner), and drove a MH through an obstacle course without incident. She was thrilled to be able to drive one of the "monsters" although...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-23-2012, 06:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,373
Posted By Wannabe
Thanks for all the interesting replies! Even...

Thanks for all the interesting replies! Even though I didn't ask, it looks like legality would do me in because of total length.
:thumb:
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-23-2012, 06:04 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,373
Posted By Wannabe
The word "triple towing" implies one is towing 3...

The word "triple towing" implies one is towing 3 things; whereas, double towing is 2 things. Just a matter of semantics.
As far as backing up, that's a moot point because with a tow bar you can't...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-21-2012, 08:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,138
Posted By Wannabe
We toured western Canada and Alaska for 3 months...

We toured western Canada and Alaska for 3 months in 2007 with one other couple. We both had similar 5th wheels and trucks and really had a great trip. We made virtually no reservations except to call...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-19-2012, 08:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,373
Posted By Wannabe
That takes care of that! Thanks Smokey. PS:...

That takes care of that! Thanks Smokey.

PS: I always knew I could break it up, but not sure if I would just get a warning or a fine.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-19-2012, 08:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,373
Posted By Wannabe
Not to be nitpicking but I'm just going to be...

Not to be nitpicking but I'm just going to be double towing not triple towing. If your 1st statement is correct, then I would be in violation.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-19-2012, 07:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,373
Posted By Wannabe
What does that mean???

What does that mean???
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-19-2012, 06:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,373
Posted By Wannabe
Is this possible?

Can I pull a 6x10 single axle motorcycle trailer behind my toad which is behind my 400hp Winnebago Tour? I would only be pulling in Florida to a destination site. My question is basically whether or...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-09-2012, 07:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,638
Posted By Wannabe
Why are you asking with a 2012 42E Journey? Just...

Why are you asking with a 2012 42E Journey? Just curious! :whistling:
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-06-2012, 09:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,642
Posted By Wannabe
It sure is good to know that when I hear some...

It sure is good to know that when I hear some suspicious noise at night that I can run out, open a compartment door, get down on my knees; and turn on an outside light that would light the driver's...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-05-2012, 07:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,642
Posted By Wannabe
Light Switch???

I'm just tired of trying to find something in the manual. Please tell me where the switch is to turn on the exterior light on the driver's side about mid ways back. Thanks for taking me out of my...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-30-2012, 07:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,480
Posted By Wannabe
Usng a spel checker befor postting wood be a big...

Usng a spel checker befor postting wood be a big hellp in reeding the post.

Try ieSpell - Spell Checker add-on for Internet Explorer (https://iespell.com)

:D
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-21-2012, 08:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,795
Posted By Wannabe
This late in the year I would offer no more that...

This late in the year I would offer no more that 30% off MSRP as a starting point. If you should decide to trade your current RV in, then you will quickly find out what the wholesale price is in the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-15-2012, 08:23 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,801
Posted By Wannabe
I had a 2008 Monaco and I had some concerns about...

I had a 2008 Monaco and I had some concerns about the windshield being set in the fiberglass instead of steel. Naturally Monaco had no rust problems, but the windshield was prone to pop out (often...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-09-2012, 07:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,743
Posted By Wannabe
I took mine apart and replaced the bulb, but now...

I took mine apart and replaced the bulb, but now I can't put it back together. I guess I'll just replace the whole fixture; hopefully with an LED bulb. Anyone know where?
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-08-2012, 08:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,142
Posted By Wannabe
I have electric slide locks on my 42QD, but in...

I have electric slide locks on my 42QD, but in the past I've used a slide lock bar to tighten the slide against the body and stopped the rattles around the slide. Usually just takes a bar on the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-08-2012, 08:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,773
Posted By Wannabe
I'm pretty sure that the HW heater is cheaper on...

I'm pretty sure that the HW heater is cheaper on propane because you only need to turn it on prior to needing hot water; whereas you will probably leave the electric on. I would suspect that a 110V...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 10-04-2012, 03:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,989
Posted By Wannabe
Sounds about normal to me after only two hours. I...

Sounds about normal to me after only two hours. I usually turned mine on at night so it would be cool the next morning. The freezer always got colder quicker than the refer. Just a thought.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-04-2012, 05:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,563
Posted By Wannabe
Well now that you mention it, the manual could...

Well now that you mention it, the manual could have said "continue" to press until "off" comes on for us old farts that read the instructions but don't just press buttons to see what happens....
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-03-2012, 06:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,563
Posted By Wannabe
Thanks!!! I quit pressing as soon as the temp...

Thanks!!! I quit pressing as soon as the temp started up. I never dreamed that continued pushes would eventually lead to "off". That's why kids do so well on computers-they keep pushing buttons until...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 10-03-2012, 08:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,969
Posted By Wannabe
Mine came factory installed. I wonder if it is...

Mine came factory installed. I wonder if it is permanently wired or has batteries as above?

Thanks for the info-mine is loose and I see how to access the nuts to tighten it.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-03-2012, 07:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,563
Posted By Wannabe
Thanks, but that didn't work for me and Maytag...

Thanks, but that didn't work for me and Maytag just shrugged and said to unplug it. Does that actually work for you or are you just quoting the manual? Is there a certain way to "hold your tonque"...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-02-2012, 05:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,563
Posted By Wannabe
Turn off Residential Refer?

Anyone know how to turn off a Maytag 3 drawer refrigerator that comes in the Tour? I know I can turn off the breaker, but would like to use the door controls that should turn it off. Thanks for any...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-17-2012, 05:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,649
Posted By Wannabe
It's used with 15K and only the structural...

It's used with 15K and only the structural warranty left. They don't offer much warranty. I was hoping that someone that had one would say to especially check some item particular to the 42QD.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-17-2012, 11:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,649
Posted By Wannabe
Buying a 2011 42QD!

We are in the process of closing on a Winnebago 2011 42QD on Monday. I have a general pre-delivery check-off sheet, but would like to know what I should look for that would be particular to this...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-31-2012, 06:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,094
Posted By Wannabe
I'm talking about the rear wheels, but more...

I'm talking about the rear wheels, but more interested if anyone has the 40BD Tour and likes it!
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-31-2012, 12:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,094
Posted By Wannabe
The air was dumped when I noticed it. I aired it...

The air was dumped when I noticed it. I aired it up and was better, but still tighter to the back of the wheel well than my Monaco. The curb side was tighter than the road side both left to right and...
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