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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-26-2012, 08:56 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,233
Posted By Fastcar
I'm good with the final figure. One has to...

I'm good with the final figure.

One has to realize that you never get what you've invested or spent on one of these.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-26-2012, 08:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,233
Posted By Fastcar
It was a total.

It was a total.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-26-2012, 07:40 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,233
Posted By Fastcar
The rig was at Camping World in ST Augustine for...

The rig was at Camping World in ST Augustine for a month immediately after the fire. They were supposed to estimate damage and in doing so diagnose the systems and so on. They came up with a 1/2 a**...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-26-2012, 05:02 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,233
Posted By Fastcar
Update!!

After almost 2 months and a lot of conversations with Progressive the rig was a total.

Moved it from Camping World to a company that actually knew what they were doing, Millennium Luxury Coach's...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-05-2012, 11:45 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,233
Posted By Fastcar
I spoke to Progressive and they will take care of...

I spoke to Progressive and they will take care of the towing. Saves me from going around with FMCA.

Regards totaling it due to the wiring damage. Imo that is a very labor intensive repair to do...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-04-2012, 07:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,233
Posted By Fastcar
Here's the deal with FMCA. Keeping in mind...

Here's the deal with FMCA.

Keeping in mind that it is Sunday afternoon at 3PM on a real busy interstate ( I-95 in FL) with a ton of high speed traffic. My RV is barely into the breakdown lane...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-04-2012, 10:40 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,233
Posted By Fastcar
Electrical Fire

After putting 5,000 miles on our 2008 Destination through MT SD WY we returned to FL. Sunday afternoon on I-95 southbound just south of ST.Augustine I thought I smelled something, next everything...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-06-2012, 02:42 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,586
Posted By Fastcar
I just went through this on my rig. Found that...

I just went through this on my rig. Found that the voltage was fine but after about 7 seconds the amps dropped off. Amps is what moves your slide.

You may find your batteries are ng. If so...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-07-2012, 01:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,133
Posted By Fastcar
Back to report that after thinking about the mis...

Back to report that after thinking about the mis diagnosis at Gaffney and subsequent running around to Cummins then to Allison I made a call to Freigtliner.
I expressed my disappointment regarding...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-04-2012, 09:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,658
Posted By Fastcar
It is not the "docking lights" if equipped, that...

It is not the "docking lights" if equipped, that are staying on is it?
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 12-10-2011, 02:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,133
Posted By Fastcar
Here's the Allison Florida Detriot...

Here's the Allison

Florida Detriot Diesel-Allison
224 S.W. 52Ave.
Ocala
1-888-883-7977

The manager is Steve Winstanley, he has some real sharp folks working there. They are actually...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 12-10-2011, 01:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,133
Posted By Fastcar
Transmission Control Unit. It isn't a chassis...

Transmission Control Unit. It isn't a chassis item it is Allison.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 12-10-2011, 08:48 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,133
Posted By Fastcar
Hi Wayne, The warranty is 5 years for the...

Hi Wayne,

The warranty is 5 years for the Cummins and Allison but not Freightliner. Freightliner is the party that initiated the FSB but I'm sure they will say that they made a reasonable attempt...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 12-10-2011, 05:54 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,133
Posted By Fastcar
I am amazed about a couple of things. 1, ...

I am amazed about a couple of things.

1, The original owner ran around with it not working. Even though Freightliner says all owners were notified.

2, Freightliner didn't pick it up when I...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 12-09-2011, 06:57 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,133
Posted By Fastcar
Exhaust Brake never turned on!! WTH!

Here's the story. That might pertain to others problems with the exhaust brake
Bought a Winnebago Destination 39W with 10K about a month ago. Exhaust brake pretty much useless Came with no service...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-01-2011, 08:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,613
Posted By Fastcar
I think I'd be calling Cummins immediately. ...

I think I'd be calling Cummins immediately.

I spent better than 35 years working in the railroad industry with diesels and never seen a cooling line. squirter or "P"pipe break. That imo is...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-27-2011, 03:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,242
Posted By Fastcar
Thanks again for the info Wayne. I like your...

Thanks again for the info Wayne. I like your close out valve idea. I saw the sink hose when looking at the lip for the slide.

We are heading for Gaffney early Monday morning. I'm going to have to...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-26-2011, 12:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,242
Posted By Fastcar
But how much does the galley tank hold?? It is a...

But how much does the galley tank hold?? It is a separate tank with it's own dump valve.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-26-2011, 03:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,242
Posted By Fastcar
Tank capacity?

I can't seem to find out how many gal the galley grey water tanks is. Called Winnebago, they looked and couldn't find it said they would call back didn't happen.
Oh, 2008 Winnebago Destination 39W
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-24-2011, 05:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,291
Posted By Fastcar
Decided to tackle the armrest. Pulled the screws...

Decided to tackle the armrest. Pulled the screws out along the bottom and reached in far enough to get a hand on the connections. Wiggled the connection and pushed in, felt a bit of movement foreword...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-23-2011, 02:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,291
Posted By Fastcar
I'll look for the cb lead to see if it is there....

I'll look for the cb lead to see if it is there. That would probably do the trick.

Thanks much all, one of the suggestions should offer a out.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-23-2011, 09:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,291
Posted By Fastcar
Okay, I've tried every configuration of...

Okay, I've tried every configuration of batteries, engine running and so forth. There is absolutely nothing going on. It is dead!

The arm rest looks like a bunch of screws from underneath and a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-22-2011, 05:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,291
Posted By Fastcar
No door just a wall. The armrest has come off to...

No door just a wall. The armrest has come off to get at it imo. Actually that's why I'm looking for suggestions as to how to remove it properly without screwing anything else up.

As much as I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-22-2011, 05:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,291
Posted By Fastcar
I tried the Garmin from of the car, no joy. Put a...

I tried the Garmin from of the car, no joy. Put a meter on it, nada.

Sooooo with the upcoming trip that requires a appointment and stuff I'm thinking some other way to power the monitor. I don't...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-22-2011, 02:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,291
Posted By Fastcar
Electrical Question

2008 Winnebago Destination 39W

Here's the problem. While getting things squared away for my trip to Gaffney this week end I attempted to mount and set up the monitor for the toad brakes. Plugged...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-16-2011, 12:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,597
Posted By Fastcar
That's what I just found out over the phone....

That's what I just found out over the phone. Seems the tech's at Gaffney are not Allison or Cummins certified and as such can't do a reflash. I believe it has to do with proprietary software or some...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-16-2011, 10:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,597
Posted By Fastcar
Thanks all, Have a appointment in Gaffney...

Thanks all,

Have a appointment in Gaffney in a couple of weeks. Will get it addressed there.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-16-2011, 03:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,597
Posted By Fastcar
What is happening is the e/b will apply but the...

What is happening is the e/b will apply but the transmission will not downshift. At least that is how it seems to function.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-13-2011, 04:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,597
Posted By Fastcar
Sorry, it's a 2008 Winnebago 39W with a Cummins

Sorry, it's a 2008 Winnebago 39W with a Cummins
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-13-2011, 02:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,597
Posted By Fastcar
Exhaust brake?

I can feel the exhaust brake come on but get no response from the transmission. As I understand it the trans should downshift as speed is reduced. That isn't happening. Other than that the trans is...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-13-2011, 12:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,620
Posted By Fastcar
I think it's time. Thanks to all who...

I think it's time.


Thanks to all who responded and offered advice. I appreciate it.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-12-2011, 05:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,620
Posted By Fastcar
Smile HUH???? I suppose if I ran more air in the...

HUH????

I suppose if I ran more air in the tires my mileage would increase. Of course that's not rocket science, it is less rolling resistance. In other words less tire in contact with the road,...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-11-2011, 05:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,620
Posted By Fastcar
That's a bet you would win!!

That's a bet you would win!!
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-11-2011, 12:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,620
Posted By Fastcar
Well, I did get it weighed, each corner...

Well, I did get it weighed, each corner individually. Was kinda surprised at what I found. I loaded about all the stuff we carry and placed compensatory weight at various places in and under the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-11-2011, 11:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,598
Posted By Fastcar
The magnet works real well. Especially for the...

The magnet works real well. Especially for the number of times I need it.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-09-2011, 02:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,640
Posted By Fastcar
I was finally able to get a membership...

I was finally able to get a membership application through and did recieve a confirmation that it was recieved. So I think all is good.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-09-2011, 08:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,640
Posted By Fastcar
Now that you mention it I have attempted to join...

Now that you mention it I have attempted to join a couple of times and haven't been able. I've emailed and no response. Can't seem to find a phone number, so the answer is no, I'm not a member, not...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-08-2011, 01:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,640
Posted By Fastcar
Yup, I picked up on that, seems real pleasant and...

Yup, I picked up on that, seems real pleasant and proficient. If she is any indication things should be just fine.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-08-2011, 01:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,640
Posted By Fastcar
A good steak??? Now that is something I can...

A good steak??? Now that is something I can really go for. That is the one thing here in FL that is about impossible to find imo.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-08-2011, 08:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,640
Posted By Fastcar
I'm of the belief that there is a good chance...

I'm of the belief that there is a good chance that it will be there a couple of days and won't be available to sleep in. It may very well be hotel time, any suggestions?
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-08-2011, 03:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,640
Posted By Fastcar
Gaffney?

Since I was unable to get any maintenance record at all for 2008 Destination we purchased I figured a baseline has to be established. To that end I have a appointment to have a m3, alignment and a...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-08-2011, 02:52 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,404
Posted By Fastcar
I'll check for issues with the tv. Thanks...

I'll check for issues with the tv.

Thanks for the heads up.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-06-2011, 06:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,598
Posted By Fastcar
Thanks all. I was thinking of adding a...

Thanks all.

I was thinking of adding a switch but I like the idea of a magnet as well. I f the magnet does the trick for the few times I need it then that's the plan. If not then it is snip...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-06-2011, 12:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,598
Posted By Fastcar
Steps??

I give up! I read the owners manual back and forth and have not figured out how to keep the steps retracted with the door open. Other than shut off the chassis battery.

I have too much of a angle...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 11-05-2011, 03:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,620
Posted By Fastcar
Tire pressure ???

I finally completed the deal on the 2008 Destination. Thanks to all for all the info.

Anyway part of the deal was for new tires. Going home I was all over the road, it was real windy but I think...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-25-2011, 10:25 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,404
Posted By Fastcar
:laugh:

:laugh:
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-25-2011, 03:52 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,404
Posted By Fastcar
Between the military and working on locomotives...

Between the military and working on locomotives my ears are junk. I suppose you could add age into the mix as well. Anyway I'll check it out. I did under crawl the length of it checking for air leaks...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-24-2011, 02:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,404
Posted By Fastcar
We won't pick it up from the dealer until next...

We won't pick it up from the dealer until next Saturday. They will have to order some parts for all the maintainance items. New tires alignment and stuff. Also my wife works and is booked until then...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-24-2011, 03:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,404
Posted By Fastcar
Yup, she's real happy with it. We all know how it...

Yup, she's real happy with it. We all know how it goes, she's happy, I'm happy.

We'll see how happy she is when she finds out we have to unload all the stuff in our trade. Actually good chance...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-23-2011, 05:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,404
Posted By Fastcar
The genset has about 250 hours on it. Seems to be...

The genset has about 250 hours on it. Seems to be working fine. Will have the dealer meter it though.
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