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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-31-2018, 10:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,232
Posted By UFO Pilot
I made my own. 2 x12 x 12 pressure treated wood...

I made my own. 2 x12 x 12 pressure treated wood with plastic cutting board material screwed to each side. I made them about 6 or 7 years ago and they are still going strong.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-17-2017, 03:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,948
Posted By UFO Pilot
I never knew pipe cleaners would be so hard to...

I never knew pipe cleaners would be so hard to find. Finally found some at a hobby shop.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-27-2017, 01:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,948
Posted By UFO Pilot
Thank You

Thank you for your replies. I will clean the weep hole but I also need to find the source of the leak. I had the Coach washed but the slide topper should have prevented water intrusion from the top...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-26-2017, 10:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,948
Posted By UFO Pilot
Slide Lock Leak

I have a leak in the cabinet over my kitchen sink. It is coming out of the slide lock cover but I can't figure out how the water is entering the slide lock.

Anyone with the same problem that can...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-28-2017, 03:30 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 12,824
Posted By UFO Pilot
If the TV's don't work, check for tripped...

If the TV's don't work, check for tripped breaker(s) on the inverter. If no inverter there must be a GFI somewhere.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 06-12-2017, 10:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 17,494
Posted By UFO Pilot
Here is a link to my TV replacement project: ...

Here is a link to my TV replacement project:
https://www.irv2.com/forums/f54/tv-replacement-project-321576.html

My TV is mid ship but I have seen quite a few replacements like mine done for the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-09-2017, 09:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,319
Posted By UFO Pilot
Here is a picture of the damage done by the...

Here is a picture of the damage done by the string:
https://www.irv2.com/photopost/data/500/thumbs/Blind_Repair_03AA.jpg


Here is a picture of the temporary repair I fabricated....
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-07-2017, 06:30 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 18,672
Posted By UFO Pilot
The 41928 blades are 28" long and they fit my...

The 41928 blades are 28" long and they fit my 12mm arms with no mods. They came with a "adapter" but I chose to use the ones from my old blades.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-07-2017, 03:04 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 18,672
Posted By UFO Pilot
The Bosch 41928 blades work great with no...

The Bosch 41928 blades work great with no modifications required. I have bought them on Amazon for $8 to $9 each and have now installed them on my RV plus 2 others.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-05-2017, 04:51 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 15,815
Posted By UFO Pilot
I found a Mobile guy here in Santa Rosa when I...

I found a Mobile guy here in Santa Rosa when I had a problem with mine. He diagnosed the problem right away and fixed it. My problem was blown start capacitors. Is your problem lack of cooling or...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-05-2017, 04:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,125
Posted By UFO Pilot
I bought mine from Lichtsinn RV parts ...

I bought mine from Lichtsinn RV parts (https://www.irv2.com/forums/Lichtsinn RV parts)1-800-343-6255 (tel:800-343-6255)

When you call have your VIN # ready.

They came in black and I painted...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-05-2017, 04:31 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 15,815
Posted By UFO Pilot
Here is a map and list of repair facilities...

Here is a map and list of repair facilities within 100 miles of Sacramento. You may be able to check them out for reviews?
...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-03-2017, 03:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,319
Posted By UFO Pilot
I used plastic bushings and used the aluminum to...

I used plastic bushings and used the aluminum to repair the plastic strip that was sawed by the string. I rounded the edge of the aluminum so if the line cuts thru the bushing again it won't hit a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-03-2017, 02:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,319
Posted By UFO Pilot
The strings sawed thru the bushings and the thru...

The strings sawed thru the bushings and the thru the plastic strip that is inside the metal parts. The plastic strip needs to replaced and reinforced so the string won't just saw thru again. I cut...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-02-2017, 09:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,319
Posted By UFO Pilot
I find lots of info on day/night blind repair but...

I find lots of info on day/night blind repair but nothing so far on night only blinds. I will contact fix my blinds to see if they have any suggestions.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-02-2017, 02:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,319
Posted By UFO Pilot
2008 Destination MH Blinds

The blinds in my 08 Destination MH are being damaged by the strings per the attached picture. Winne parts says the blinds are no longer available and they don't know who manufactured them.

There...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 03-24-2017, 04:24 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,988
Posted By UFO Pilot
Replacing my "brake in a box" with the SMI...

Replacing my "brake in a box" with the SMI Stay-in-Play is one of the best RV decisions I have made. Plug in the light cord and done.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 03-08-2017, 06:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,645
Posted By UFO Pilot
The problem with many of these posters is they...

The problem with many of these posters is they ask for help and never come back. They may or may not have fixed their issue but we never know.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-08-2017, 06:22 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 14,286
Posted By UFO Pilot
You need to start a new post in the Freightliner...

You need to start a new post in the Freightliner forum for best response.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 03-06-2017, 06:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,645
Posted By UFO Pilot
Does the TV power on? Have you checked the...

Does the TV power on? Have you checked the settings on the TV? Menu, setup, source, scan for channels, etc?
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-11-2017, 06:48 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 18,672
Posted By UFO Pilot
They sound like the same blades on my RV. I have...

They sound like the same blades on my RV. I have been told that they are Bus wipers.

Dyna 1428.14

Wexco 134280

I bought the Dyna's at Grainger's, very, very costly.

Wexco...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 02-04-2017, 08:01 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 19,602
Posted By UFO Pilot
I replaced my Michelin's with Toyo's (154) 4 1/2...

I replaced my Michelin's with Toyo's (154) 4 1/2 years ago and couldn't be happier. Saved about $1100, bought at Les Schwab in Salem, Oregon.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-02-2017, 09:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,535
Posted By UFO Pilot
I replaced the carpet with Allure vinyl tile....

I replaced the carpet with Allure vinyl tile. What a huge mistake! The seams have all opened up and the slides have scraped most of the color off the vinyl. I am going to replace with a single piece...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-02-2017, 09:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,535
Posted By UFO Pilot
For the time being my wife gets up and turns the...

For the time being my wife gets up and turns the jacks on and then hits the all up button. I will look into a more permanent fix if topping off the fluid doesn't work.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-01-2017, 04:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,535
Posted By UFO Pilot
My jacks just started acting up recently....

My jacks just started acting up recently. Sometimes when I hit a bump the jacks down alarm goes off. I have been told it is probably low on fluid so I am having that checked right now.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-01-2017, 04:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,535
Posted By UFO Pilot
Which Wayne? I still have my Norcold and it works...

Which Wayne? I still have my Norcold and it works great since the outside cooling fans were replaced.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-01-2017, 03:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,535
Posted By UFO Pilot
I have the 39W but on the Workhorse gas Chassis.

I have the 39W but on the Workhorse gas Chassis.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 01-05-2017, 07:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,265
Posted By UFO Pilot
I just bought 2 new TV's and they both have Coax...

I just bought 2 new TV's and they both have Coax in and HDMI in. I though they all came that way.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 01-04-2017, 10:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,265
Posted By UFO Pilot
My new TV is connected to the DISH receiver via a...

My new TV is connected to the DISH receiver via a HDMI cable. The TV is also connected to the BOMB box. Everything else is connected as it came from the factory. When I watch satellite TV I select...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-01-2017, 12:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,630
Posted By UFO Pilot
Winnebago assured me that my RV has a factory...

Winnebago assured me that my RV has a factory installed Trik-L-Start but i couldn't find it. I finally located it behind the metal panels in the electrical bay but I couldn't see how it was actually...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-30-2016, 08:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,084
Posted By UFO Pilot
I always light the burners on the stove top after...

I always light the burners on the stove top after filling the propane. It seems to get all of the air out of the lines the fastest way.
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 12-21-2016, 04:39 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,542
Posted By UFO Pilot
I mounted my CB antenna on the side of the MH. I...

I mounted my CB antenna on the side of the MH. I found a spot where the inside is behind the back of a cabinet. The backs of my overhead cabinets are removable so access was easy. I then ran the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-17-2016, 03:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,114
Posted By UFO Pilot
I was told by Winnebago that they wire all...

I was told by Winnebago that they wire all Coach's the same. In my case, I have manual seats but all of the wires are there for power seats. I have found quite a few unused connectors in my Winne.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 12-15-2016, 09:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,173
Posted By UFO Pilot
My 1st warranty returned 4 times what I paid for...

My 1st warranty returned 4 times what I paid for it and I never had a claim denied. My current policy (bought thru Wholesale Warranty) hasn't been used yet. I bought them both for piece of mind.
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 12-14-2016, 06:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,299
Posted By UFO Pilot
Funny, I have been running my TV's, DISH...

Funny, I have been running my TV's, DISH satellite box, surround sound / Bluray, etc on a MSW inverter for 9 plus years without any problems. Blanket statements are rarely correct. Just my experience...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 11-25-2016, 10:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,942
Posted By UFO Pilot
Your basement AC is AC and electric heat only....

Your basement AC is AC and electric heat only. The propane furnace(s) are totally separate units. I would start by finding the propane heater unit(s) on the outside, remove the covers and see if you...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-30-2016, 09:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,237
Posted By UFO Pilot
Probably not if a top coat of Verathane (or the...

Probably not if a top coat of Verathane (or the like) was used. Stain won't penetrate these products.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 10-02-2016, 07:52 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,344
Posted By UFO Pilot
Tire-SafeGuard for me also. No repeater required...

Tire-SafeGuard for me also. No repeater required and great customer service.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 09-19-2016, 06:12 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 71,638
Posted By UFO Pilot
As far as I know, parts and complete units are...

As far as I know, parts and complete units are still available.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-08-2016, 06:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,685
Posted By UFO Pilot
Here are 3 suppliers of parts: PPL Coleman...

Here are 3 suppliers of parts:

PPL Coleman RV Air Conditioner Parts for Sale - PPL Motor Homes (https://www.pplmotorhomes.com/parts/rv-air-conditioners/coleman-air-conditioning-parts.htm)

Repair...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-28-2016, 01:42 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 11,192
Posted By UFO Pilot
2 bolts on the rear "ram" and 1 on the middle are...

2 bolts on the rear "ram" and 1 on the middle are the ones that broke on mine. I really thought my service contract would deny the claim but I have only had 1 claim denied in 9 1/2 years. The one...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-27-2016, 06:07 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 11,192
Posted By UFO Pilot
I just found this thread so I am late to the...

I just found this thread so I am late to the party. 3 of the 6 bolts on my large slide sheared of about 2 years ago. I found a local RV repair shop and he managed to drill out the broken bolts and...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-20-2016, 09:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,907
Posted By UFO Pilot
Mine also.

Mine also.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-13-2016, 11:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,120
Posted By UFO Pilot
The start capacitors pack a big electrical charge...

The start capacitors pack a big electrical charge so beware if you work on it yourself.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-12-2016, 09:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,120
Posted By UFO Pilot
Sounds like mine did and it was both start...

Sounds like mine did and it was both start capacitors gone bad. Cost me about $200 to a mobile mechanic.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-25-2016, 10:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,222
Posted By UFO Pilot
This is the kind I bought. KIDDE 1015 Lock...

This is the kind I bought.

KIDDE 1015 Lock Box, Surface Mount, 5 Keys - Walmart.com (https://www.walmart.com/ip/KIDDE-1015-Lock-Box-Surface-Mount-5-Keys/45114132)
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-25-2016, 09:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,222
Posted By UFO Pilot
Locked Out I also have a set of door keys in a...

Locked Out
I also have a set of door keys in a "lock box" attached to the frame if needed. It is well hidden and solidly attached.

Locked In
If I had used the escape hatch I would have landed...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-25-2016, 09:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,222
Posted By UFO Pilot
I never go out of my Winne without a set of door...

I never go out of my Winne without a set of door keys on me. I have lost count of how many times the lock has operated on its own.

I was locked INSIDE my Winne on one occasion. How many people can...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-11-2016, 10:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,114
Posted By UFO Pilot
I have the gas pusher but I know of at least one...

I have the gas pusher but I know of at least one iRV2 member with the DP. Hopefully he will see your post.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-19-2015, 07:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,571
Posted By UFO Pilot
I paid about $130 for Dually valve stems...

I paid about $130 for Dually valve stems installed. Solid valve stems facing the right direction, not extensions. Extensions may not leak right away but they will leak at some point.
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