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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-30-2019, 07:58 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,437
Posted By lwasouth
Re transfer switch? According to Your...

Re transfer switch? According to Your manufacturers literature the Transfer Switch is part of the inverter, which is propriatory to the system manufacturer. The standard method for inverters, is to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-29-2019, 08:13 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,437
Posted By lwasouth
The only way you would need a "Transfer switch...

The only way you would need a "Transfer switch for solar is if your panels had "Micro- iverters and produced 120 volts AC". Almost all solar panels produce DC and go to a charge controller and then...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-28-2019, 08:51 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,437
Posted By lwasouth
Dishonest dealer?

When you have a rig with a "Plug in" power cord forshore ppower it is obvious that you do not have a "Transfer switch" and what relay? The dealer you went to must of realized you were new to RV's,...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-09-2017, 08:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,615
Posted By lwasouth
Slide problem

It would make sense if you would say what coach - model and year
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 09-21-2017, 03:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,961
Posted By lwasouth
Brake issue

I owned an 05 Winnebago with the Workhorse W-22 chassis. I went thru the brake problems. The only difference with the fix was the calipers (not just the pistons) were replaced along with along with...
Forum: Welcome Mat 09-20-2017, 05:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 553
Posted By lwasouth
I like the new home

We have always been Winnebago owners. Starting with 3 gas units and followed by 2 Diesel units, a 35 ft Horizon and now a 2011 Itasca Meridian (2011, because is is pre
Swintek problems. I have...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-10-2017, 12:06 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 12,352
Posted By lwasouth
Simple windshield fix

I don't care for all the external tape and other such fixes. This is what I used and it lasted 3 year, until I traded it.
Go to your auto parts store and buy a tube of 3M BLACK weather strip...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-04-2017, 06:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,093
Posted By lwasouth
If the AC portion runs with out a problem, I...

If the AC portion runs with out a problem, I would have your "Reversing valve" checked out When calling for heat this valve must change positions
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 03-04-2017, 06:07 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 22,197
Posted By lwasouth
Really Love our 2011 Itasca Meridian 40U Great...

Really Love our 2011 Itasca Meridian 40U Great floor plan and ride. And no "Swintek" slides or jacks. Bought specifically to get "Power Gear" slides and HWH jacks
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-28-2017, 07:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,632
Posted By lwasouth
I purchased an 05 Itasca Horizon that had a...

I purchased an 05 Itasca Horizon that had a windshield leak. For the repair, I removed the rubber molding at the top of the windshield. I purchased a tube of 3M black trim adhesive. Along the top...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-10-2017, 09:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,646
Posted By lwasouth
The pump only runs in the cooling cycle. When...

The pump only runs in the cooling cycle. When cooling is when you get condensation that drips from the coil. (Thus the term "condensate") There is no defrost cycle on the Heat/AC units
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-10-2017, 09:20 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,234
Posted By lwasouth
The coach we purchased was a 2011 Itasca Meridian...

The coach we purchased was a 2011 Itasca Meridian 40U
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-09-2017, 05:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,646
Posted By lwasouth
Condesate pumps

Our 2011 Meridian had all 3 pumps not working. Same problem as previous listing. I removed the cover, then removed a couple of screws of the pump cover. Removed 2 more screws and removed the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-09-2017, 09:36 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,234
Posted By lwasouth
When shopping for a "New to us" coach we decided...

When shopping for a "New to us" coach we decided to look for a 2011 Itasca. They have the old Power Gear slide mechanism. They work great and reliable, once you replace the plastic wheels that...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-11-2017, 06:21 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 24,919
Posted By lwasouth
00 lock out

I called RV products 1 316 832 4357, they sent me the choke, no charge, but it did not help.
I contacted Coleman engineering, they do not have a cure for the lockout. They say that remove the...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 01-09-2017, 09:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,632
Posted By lwasouth
I have replaced a number of TV's in coaches. If...

I have replaced a number of TV's in coaches. If you are not able to do this I would contact a local place that does car stereo etc. They will probably have a tech. who could install a TV for you. ...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 01-07-2017, 12:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,282
Posted By lwasouth
Coax

Coax from satellite out to the BOMB, Coax from BOMB output to TV input.
TV HDMI to other components (DVD etc)
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 01-07-2017, 12:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,282
Posted By lwasouth
Old TV connections

This may or may not apply! When you removed your old analog TV, did it have a pair of wires that just came out of the back of the case, With RCA connectors on the ends that plugged into a set of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-06-2017, 06:40 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,241
Posted By lwasouth
Would not recommend skimping on batteries

I would recommend group 31 AGM batteries (Yes they are more expensive)
I would also not recommend a combination starting/Deep cycle battery that are sold as doing both services. (But neither one...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-20-2016, 03:11 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 13,991
Posted By lwasouth
Basement air

Those were great units, but need some care. If both of your compressors are running, you only need some service. You need to have both interior and exterior coils cleaned. If one of the...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-15-2016, 02:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,095
Posted By lwasouth
Itasca 40U

We purchased a 2011 40U, to avoid the Schwintek problems. Have been very happy with the power gear slide mechanisms. (Except the first day home from purchasing, all 4 of the slide support wheels on...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 11-15-2016, 01:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,526
Posted By lwasouth
Side Cameras

2011 Meridian had the side view cameras. The block out the view of the rear camera, which is the most useful, Side view camera usually gives you a nice view of a sidewalk or ditch, neither of which...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-01-2016, 10:58 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,134
Posted By lwasouth
Power Gear slides

I have the 2011 Itasca Meridian with the original Power gear slides. First problem I had was the plastic rollers that support the slides cracked in half.
I Replaced all 8 (4 on each slide) with...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-30-2016, 01:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,059
Posted By lwasouth
Windshield rubber trim

The rubber trim only pushed into a channel that is glued to the metal frame, just above the windshield. On the left and right side of the windshield you should have a metal trim piece that is...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-29-2016, 02:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,432
Posted By lwasouth
Ghost in radio

On our 05 adventurer and our 06 Horizon the bedroom radios and the outside radios would come on with no explanation, usually they were off station and would be just static. The solution was to...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-22-2016, 09:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,929
Posted By lwasouth
Your windshield leak may not be the windshield. ...

Your windshield leak may not be the windshield. I had an occasion where the yellow clearance light above the windshield was the source of the leak. in testing the windshield with a water hose, no...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-15-2016, 09:58 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,301
Posted By lwasouth
HWH System Leak

If your leak is from a solenoid, It will effect the whole system, (No matter which solenoid is leaking) The HWH system is all inner connected. I had a slide that would creep out and it was a jack...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-25-2016, 08:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,424
Posted By lwasouth
"O" rings

There is an HWH parts guy in Indiana. The "O" rings you need are very special. They are a combination of Square and round section "O" rings and you need to take note of how they were assembled on...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-19-2016, 09:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,153
Posted By lwasouth
LED replacement

All of the LED replacements come from China and how many middlemen make the price difference. I buy from "Banggood,inc on line diredt from China. Great site, all kinds of LED's at about 15% of what...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-25-2016, 03:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,699
Posted By lwasouth
Bleeding the system

If this is an HWH system this will bleed your system after installing a new hose. All parts of the HWH system are inner connected, so do the following:
1. Put your hydraulic jacks down.
2. Store...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-07-2016, 01:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,923
Posted By lwasouth
Bedroom engine access-Meridian 40U

Have looked for screws with an Awl, Magnetic probe, 1/4" magnetic spheres.
Winnebago has some generic drawings, but none match what is in my coach. I need this access to replace The "Coalescing...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-04-2016, 01:27 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,726
Posted By lwasouth
A/C DC modified or pure

1 Any generator, Gasoline, Diesel or propane. With a field coil and armature is set to rotate at 3600RPM (non inverter models) thus making 60 Hertz (Cycle) alternating current. Voltage is another...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-26-2016, 11:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,613
Posted By lwasouth
good lube

Go to auto parts store and look for a spray can of "chain lube" It is a heavy duty lube that will penetrate joints and usually does not drip. The problem with silicone or WD-40 is that they do not...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 02-24-2016, 07:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,632
Posted By lwasouth
Braking

We have used the "SMI" braking system on the last 3 coaches and have been totally happy with the performance. Also nothing to remove in the vehicle. Just unhook the tow bar and drive away
Would...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-08-2016, 02:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,594
Posted By lwasouth
I just recently had an 05 36 ft Horizon with...

I just recently had an 05 36 ft Horizon with basement air and liked it better that my newer 011 Meridian's 3 roof air. units. You did not say what engine, but I had a Cat and now have a Cummins. If...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-04-2016, 06:17 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,688
Posted By lwasouth
Check your interior coil (The one you see from...

Check your interior coil (The one you see from inside the coach) If it has never been cleaned or you have a cat or dog, it could be blocked and needs to be cleaned. When blocked it will cause unit...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-02-2016, 06:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,753
Posted By lwasouth
mjeffrey ...

mjeffrey (https://www.irv2.com/forums/members/mjeffrey-75273.html)

Your transition area looks clean next to the way mine was. The rollers you have on either side of the opening do not exist on...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-02-2016, 08:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,753
Posted By lwasouth
Sorry no photo

After 2 days resolving the problem I closed the area up. I made it as clear as I could. Remove the floor of the cabinet, closest to the end of the slide where the sink is. You can then examine all...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-01-2016, 03:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,753
Posted By lwasouth
2011 Meridian 40U

This caution may apply to other units with a kitchen slide. I could smell something electrical under the sink cabinet. The breaker had tripped for the kitchen outlets and would not reset (Continued...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-22-2016, 05:51 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,486
Posted By lwasouth
2011 Itasca Meridian

Specifically bought a 2011 Meridian Coach to avoid the later years slide problems. Ours is the 40U and we absolutely love it, both for layout and fit & finish.
We had one problem with the power...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 01-04-2016, 02:56 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,506
Posted By lwasouth
I had to look it up

Here is the scoop on "Optima" batteries

(NYSE: JCI) and Gylling Optima Batteries AB today announced that Johnson Controls will acquire Gylling Optima. Gylling Optima, headquartered in Danderyd, ...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 01-03-2016, 09:20 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,506
Posted By lwasouth
More

We never travel at night! Only travel from about 9:30AM to about 4PM and look for a campsite (Never at Walmart).
The shaft will go all the way across under the Ram (Same holes that the shoulder...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 01-01-2016, 06:29 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,506
Posted By lwasouth
Update

You are almost correct on that battery number it 9831DT as NAPA and
8A32DTM as a DEKA. My reason for the new rollers is that when we travel we will be on the road for about 11,000 miles and 5...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-01-2016, 06:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,510
Posted By lwasouth
Dash Heat

On our previous 05 Itasca Horizon 36RD, I pulled the dash cover over the instrument panel and was able to get to most of the heater 2" hoses. They were routed as needed, but were quite kinked. I...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-01-2016, 05:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,279
Posted By lwasouth
I would suggest removing the top of the dash,...

I would suggest removing the top of the dash, then you can see everything you need to check out.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-28-2015, 06:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,622
Posted By lwasouth
I have one under the dash on my 2011 Itasca 40U ...

I have one under the dash on my 2011 Itasca 40U Outboard side of the steering column. burried in a bunch of wires.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-28-2015, 06:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,935
Posted By lwasouth
Jacks

I had the brace between the rear jacks on my Winnebago 36RD. It was factory installed and part of the HWH system. My current Meridian does not have the stiffener on the jacks, but the frame is...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 12-28-2015, 05:59 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,506
Posted By lwasouth
rollers

Looks the same as mine, note the slide only rides on about 1/4" of the rolllers. I am making new rollers that go all the way across the ram with a relief cut out to clear the gear. The shaft it...
Forum: Winnebago Lifestyle 12-24-2015, 08:09 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,506
Posted By lwasouth
update

The NAPA batteries are DEKA made by EastPenn battery Co.
If you look in the opening from the outside, you will see 1 roller on each edge of the ram. A small hydraulic jack and a length of 2"x4" at...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-23-2015, 05:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,900
Posted By lwasouth
Changing the filter

The "Egg Crate" panel just pulls straight off. Then you can see the filter and lift it out. It should be a 14 X 20 filter
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