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Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-03-2017, 12:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,278
Posted By Ret Smokey
Just went through this myself. My control valve...

Just went through this myself. My control valve was a Delta. Parts cost $2.00 and change. If it is a Delta the kit comes with four springs and four seals. Two each long springs and two short. ...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 02-06-2017, 02:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,219
Posted By Ret Smokey
Basement air duct

I have the same year and model with EXACT same hole. I keep a loaded 410 with bird shot for the rodents. Have had mice, and red squirrels in ours. I see absolutely no way of blocking that enormous...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-22-2016, 05:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,428
Posted By Ret Smokey
Speaking from experience, I have had that very...

Speaking from experience, I have had that very repair completed to our motorhome 2 years ago. No, insurance will not pay for the repair only the windshield if broken. The repair itself takes a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-20-2016, 07:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,386
Posted By Ret Smokey
I'm at a loss if there is no fuse at the pump. ...

I'm at a loss if there is no fuse at the pump. When I had the problem and found the fuse my immediate thought was that it was a poor location for the fuse. It was not in a fuse holder, rather just...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-07-2016, 04:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,386
Posted By Ret Smokey
I had the exact same problem with a '99 Itasca. ...

I had the exact same problem with a '99 Itasca. I found a fuse at the pump motor that had been eaten away by road salt. It was in a rubber holder with a cap on it but the wet junk on the road...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-11-2016, 02:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,272
Posted By Ret Smokey
When I owned the identical motorhome is was...

When I owned the identical motorhome is was behind the right rear tires. Not a good place to have it.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-29-2015, 07:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,457
Posted By Ret Smokey
I also have the exact same problem. It is the...

I also have the exact same problem. It is the switch. Spray some contact cleaner at/into the switch. Then push it multiple times until it gives up and starts working as it should.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-11-2015, 10:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,758
Posted By Ret Smokey
Jim, I dropped it off to Darren Thomas Glass, in...

Jim, I dropped it off to Darren Thomas Glass, in a day of so they called me and asked that I stop by. Where my leak was occurring was where the rust was. They quoted me $1500 to remove the cap. ...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-10-2015, 03:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,758
Posted By Ret Smokey
Darren Thomas glass in Sebring FL. Phone...

Darren Thomas glass in Sebring FL. Phone 863-655-9500. Just had ours done there this past winter. They came highly recommended by other motorhome owners. Located out by airport off USTH 98.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-26-2015, 08:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,400
Posted By Ret Smokey
Ron, you can also try Peroxide. I had black...

Ron, you can also try Peroxide. I had black around the ceiling outlets from the air conditioner. Cleaned it right up. I used a tooth brush and only used a much as necessary to clean the area. In...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 11-16-2014, 08:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,655
Posted By Ret Smokey
We travel to and from MN & FL. If you wish to...

We travel to and from MN & FL. If you wish to avoid Atlanta take I-65 to Montgomery AL. From Montgomery you have two choices, take USTH-82 to Tifton GA and pickup
I-75 into FL. Or, you can take...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 04-09-2014, 02:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,505
Posted By Ret Smokey
Quick Tire Question

I agree with all. I had RV tires and went to "Regional" tires. I find the ride the same, no more noise, and a stiffer sidewall in case a curb jumps out at you. The RV tire will not take the curbs...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-24-2013, 09:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,465
Posted By Ret Smokey
Your unit is very close in age to mine. I had...

Your unit is very close in age to mine. I had the same problem as you describe and I had mine removed and cleaned. it doesn't miss a beat now. Key the tech told me is to run the genset once a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-05-2013, 06:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,384
Posted By Ret Smokey
New captains chair wiring

Exactly my thoughts also Skigramp. We always get what we pay for.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-16-2013, 05:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,884
Posted By Ret Smokey
Need help finding part for Rest Easy sofabed

Try this place, they should be able to help.

Recliner Parts, Reclining Chair Replacement Parts, Lift Chair Repairs U.S.A (https://www.jmupholstery.us/)
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-24-2013, 01:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,080
Posted By Ret Smokey
Terry, you are close to a good motorhome repair...

Terry, you are close to a good motorhome repair facility. Just north of you is a shop called Bryans (863) 638-2374. It is on the southbound side of 27 just south of the new industrial park in South...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-19-2013, 02:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,992
Posted By Ret Smokey
You are correct. Amber front middle, red at the...

You are correct. Amber front middle, red at the rear
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 11-19-2012, 08:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,373
Posted By Ret Smokey
Not legal in Florida and the Florida DOT says so....

Not legal in Florida and the Florida DOT says so. Stopped one the other day and told him to breakup the combination. $1000.00 fine in Florida.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-12-2012, 03:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,815
Posted By Ret Smokey
Massive Vibration

I have experienced the vibration you describe on a V10 Ford. The vibration was so bad that I lost a wheel cover over it. Had the tires balanced to no avail. Took it to the Ford Dealer and took the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-31-2012, 12:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,379
Posted By Ret Smokey
Not trying to being smart here, but if you are...

Not trying to being smart here, but if you are asking to compare these two rigs if would be like comparing apples to oranges. I would suggest you go with the gas rig. You being new to this game I...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 02-24-2012, 05:24 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,384
Posted By Ret Smokey
I just started doing the same thing on mine. All...

I just started doing the same thing on mine. All struts are weak. Mine were 60#, I replaced with 80#. Will see if they last longer. I have scoured the internet for the best price and for the...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-20-2012, 04:44 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,997
Posted By Ret Smokey
Cleaning Faded exterior

I had the same problem when we bought our latest coach. Tried everything that was out there. What worked best and looked the best after, was the use of 2000 grit wet/dry aluminum oxide paper. Wet...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-19-2012, 03:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,794
Posted By Ret Smokey
Onan 5.5 won't remain idyling/running??

What you are describing is EXACTLY what happened to me last summer. We purchased a motorhome from a private party who said he ran the generator every month. When the air conditioner would try to...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 01-14-2012, 05:43 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 9,961
Posted By Ret Smokey
I'm originally from MN where I worked as my name...

I'm originally from MN where I worked as my name implies. The maximum load without brakes there is 1500#. I said "maximum load", that is the total weight of the vehicle being towed plus the dolly. ...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-10-2012, 05:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,079
Posted By Ret Smokey
Trying disassembling the entire faucet. There...

Trying disassembling the entire faucet. There maybe some debris in the control. Has happened in the past and will happen in the future.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 12-30-2011, 05:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,154
Posted By Ret Smokey
I am using DynaBeads in my front motorcycle tire...

I am using DynaBeads in my front motorcycle tire as others have also done. They are ceramic beads so if you have to add air they will not lump together. In my Itasca Suncruiser I had balancing...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-18-2011, 05:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,476
Posted By Ret Smokey
Yes, they removed the fridge. Also I asked them...

Yes, they removed the fridge. Also I asked them the same question you asked, was there a shut off up at the engine. The answer was "no".
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 12-17-2011, 09:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,476
Posted By Ret Smokey
I had the same problem in my former Itasca 37G. ...

I had the same problem in my former Itasca 37G. Dealer located problem under the refrigerator. Apparently something had kinked the line and the coolant could not flow. Also in the same spot the...
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