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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-28-2012, 12:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,308
Posted By captgadget
Well guys, $576.00 later mine is running again....

Well guys, $576.00 later mine is running again. They replaced what they call a PCB Assy Control $362.76, Load test 25.00, Brushes & slip rings so including labor and sales tax it was $576. Could do...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-21-2012, 06:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,308
Posted By captgadget
As always I buy more than I need, but I guess...

As always I buy more than I need, but I guess it's running. What are slip rings?
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-21-2012, 06:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,308
Posted By captgadget
I have not picked up my motor home yet, but the...

I have not picked up my motor home yet, but the repair shop called and said they had to replace the control board, brushes and slip rings. Now, I understand the control board and brushes but what are...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-16-2012, 10:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,308
Posted By captgadget
I disconnected all my batteries, & my outside...

I disconnected all my batteries, & my outside power supply. Then I tried to start the genset with my car battery. The same thing happens. It tries to start but shuts down after about 15 seconds and...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-14-2012, 02:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,308
Posted By captgadget
The code is 32 not 33 telling me it is a battery...

The code is 32 not 33 telling me it is a battery problem. I just a 1/2 G distilled water to one battery so I might have one bad battery now. But I put the charger on it and we'll see later.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-14-2012, 12:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,308
Posted By captgadget
Onan 5500 won't start & run

When I try to start it it will quit the starting cycle and the code that flashes is one not listed in my manual. I get 3 flashes followed by another 3. Looking for suggestions.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-29-2012, 10:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,132
Posted By captgadget
Just about what I thought. Will look into one of...

Just about what I thought. Will look into one of those.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-29-2012, 10:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,132
Posted By captgadget
Entrance step on a Brave is real spongy

Up entering or exiting the rv the step gives quite a bit. Is there a way to stiffen this up or do I just build a block for it to rest on?
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 07-22-2012, 05:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,109
Posted By captgadget
Thanks for all the good info and looks like I'll...

Thanks for all the good info and looks like I'll just leave them where they are. It was close to 100 when I checked them and a little later it went to 107 in North Platte, NE. Just unreal heat we're ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-22-2012, 05:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,714
Posted By captgadget
For years on my 2002 Brave I've carried a...

For years on my 2002 Brave I've carried a portable dish and connected it to the cable connector in the electrical box and when I wanted to watch tv I'd push the cable button on the switching box up...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 07-22-2012, 04:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,109
Posted By captgadget
Tire pressure in this hot weather

Get ready to take a trip tomorrow so I checked my tire pressure today and they are at 100PSI. Micheln recommends 95 when they are cold. Do you suppose a person should let out a little air in the 100...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-20-2012, 11:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,550
Posted By captgadget
Can you tell me who some of the wireless...

Can you tell me who some of the wireless manufactures are?
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-20-2012, 11:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,550
Posted By captgadget
I can't use the speaker wire that was in there...

I can't use the speaker wire that was in there because it was a cheap way to run sound to the rear. It was a mono plug into the speaker of the old crtv so that won't work and I'm afraid a sound bar...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-20-2012, 10:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,550
Posted By captgadget
Would like to add surround sound

to a 2002 Brave. But with these systems you always have cables to deal with. I would like to add rear speakers instead of using the cheap ones that are already in the cabinets, but how to you get...
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 05-03-2012, 08:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,276
Posted By captgadget
I installed a 32" Sony and it has performed very...

I installed a 32" Sony and it has performed very well. I'm sure you will get many responses as to who thinks what is best. If it works for you it is no doubt the best.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-08-2012, 06:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,429
Posted By captgadget
Does all the wiring in the coach run off the coach batteries

I want to install a autonet mobile kit in the rv for wireless internet. Of course for it to be effective it needs to be on all the time if I travel or if I'm parked plugged into shore power. So, for...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-31-2011, 12:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,526
Posted By captgadget
Thank you!

Thank you!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-31-2011, 12:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,526
Posted By captgadget
I replaced the old Magnadyne M9900 with a new...

I replaced the old Magnadyne M9900 with a new Alpine CDE-123. Of course the new one is only 7" X 2" so the advisor at Crutchfield gave me a chunk of plastic. I cut it out oversize to plug the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-31-2011, 11:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,526
Posted By captgadget
OK, got the wiring done. Just kept splicing wires...

OK, got the wiring done. Just kept splicing wires until we had the speakers going. Had to call on my friend who's a genius when it comes to this.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-31-2011, 06:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,526
Posted By captgadget
I'm sorry, but mine is really different. This is...

I'm sorry, but mine is really different. This is what mine looks like. Wish I could get a better view of this harness, but I just copied from a website. Thanks anyway for all your trouble.

Have a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-31-2011, 05:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,526
Posted By captgadget
That's exactly what I have except someone changed...

That's exactly what I have except someone changed the wire colors on my radio harness.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-31-2011, 05:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,526
Posted By captgadget
Pin 3 is the green & red, 5 is the green with fat...

Pin 3 is the green & red, 5 is the green with fat black stripe, 8 is the gray and black, & 12 is the red and gray.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-31-2011, 05:00 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,526
Posted By captgadget
Mine is a M9900 with a cd player, cassette, and...

Mine is a M9900 with a cd player, cassette, and weather radio, but I bet the wiring is the same. Of the 4 wires I have left, one is a green w/red stripe, 1 green w/a fatter black stripe, 1 gray...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-31-2011, 04:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,526
Posted By captgadget
And there in lies the problem. They changed the...

And there in lies the problem. They changed the color of 4 wires and now I don't know where they go. They also have two green wires with a black stripe so now I don't know which one to use. Dirty...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-30-2011, 07:05 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,526
Posted By captgadget
Change out my Magnadyne stereo

I decided to update my Magnadyne stereo and guess what? Somebody changed the color coded wires so they don't match the diagram that came with the radio. Don't know if was Winnebago or Magnadyne. I...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-11-2011, 03:29 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,297
Posted By captgadget
Here's a webpage I found about gluing different...

Here's a webpage I found about gluing different materials and which glue to use for various applications. Hope you find it helpful. This to That (Glue Advice) (https://www.thistothat.com/)
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-04-2011, 06:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,471
Posted By captgadget
OK, I'll check for some.

OK, I'll check for some.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-04-2011, 03:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,471
Posted By captgadget
OK, I was able to remove a few screws along the...

OK, I was able to remove a few screws along the front and sides so I able to bring the panel down far enough to loosen the bolts on the strap to remove the tv. Now for the tough part. Anyone know how...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-27-2011, 06:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,417
Posted By captgadget
You check out my photos here and if you have any...

You check out my photos here and if you have any questions send me an email. Some of the photos point out that it doesn't hurt to measure twice and cut once. It has been a challange to get this done....
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-23-2011, 05:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,471
Posted By captgadget
I'm sorry - I don't need to run a coax I want to...

I'm sorry - I don't need to run a coax I want to know how to either remove the tv or get to the back of the tv. It appears to mounted pretty darn solid. I want to connect a Directv receiver and I...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-22-2011, 06:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,471
Posted By captgadget
2002 Brave Bedroom TV

OK, pretty much got things put together for the front tv, but how in the world to I get to the coax or better yet the rear of the tv in the bedroom?
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-20-2011, 03:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,968
Posted By captgadget
I found the splitter on my 2002 32' Brave this...

I found the splitter on my 2002 32' Brave this morning. It's behind the circuit breaker panel above the cook range. Son of a gun to find, but I found it!!! Now, I can remove the splitter, use a...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-09-2011, 09:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,580
Posted By captgadget
Know what you are going through. I had the same...

Know what you are going through. I had the same thing happen with a 2000 Brave. Winnebago just laughs at you! I got everything working, traded it for a 2002 which has been perfect! The 2000 stayed...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-08-2011, 09:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,968
Posted By captgadget
I suppose this is really a stupid question, but...

I suppose this is really a stupid question, but any idea where they locate that splitter so I can take it out?
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-04-2011, 06:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,968
Posted By captgadget
Well, I finally got that box out tonight and was...

Well, I finally got that box out tonight and was able to finally find the cable that goes to the tv in the bedroom. Thank you for your suggestion.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-03-2011, 10:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,968
Posted By captgadget
Coax Cables

I'm trying to find a schmatic that shows the coax cable runs in a 2002 Brave. I can find pluming and electrical wiring but I don't see one for the coax cables. I'm going to install a Directv slimline...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-25-2011, 08:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,417
Posted By captgadget
If I understand right you used 1/2" plywood on...

If I understand right you used 1/2" plywood on the sides, but did you cover your plywood with some wood flooring? The pictures don't look like plywood? Now, how are the velcro straps working out for...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-20-2006, 03:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,040
Posted By captgadget
Gosh! Almost 2 many ideas. The strap is tight...

Gosh! Almost 2 many ideas. The strap is tight because I tightened that sucker down with some locktite on it. I tried to get it loose and I couldn't even get it loosened. Right now I have the frame...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-20-2006, 07:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,040
Posted By captgadget
In our 2002 Brave the case around the television...

In our 2002 Brave the case around the television is made of a plastic material. In cool weather as you drive it makes a nerve rattling squeaky noise. I'm wondering if any one else has had this and if...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-20-2006, 07:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,040
Posted By captgadget
In our 2002 Brave the case around the television...

In our 2002 Brave the case around the television is made of a plastic material. In cool weather as you drive it makes a nerve rattling squeaky noise. I'm wondering if any one else has had this and if...
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