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Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-09-2024, 03:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 381
Posted By davismills
Try looking under the RV just behind the driver's...

Try looking under the RV just behind the driver's side front wheel. The control panel, reservoir, pump, manifolds, etc. are all located there.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-13-2024, 06:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 681
Posted By davismills
Good inputs from everyone on this thread. I...

Good inputs from everyone on this thread.

I would suggest a meter testing your batteries WITH shore power on and the disconnect switch on. If your converter is working, you should be reading 13.2...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-14-2023, 01:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 661
Posted By davismills
I had the same problem and it appeared to be the...

I had the same problem and it appeared to be the larger metal awning cover that rolled up over the fabric. I always had to help it by pulling on the arms.

I replaced the awing material and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-04-2023, 01:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,236
Posted By davismills
Check your emergency start rocker switch. My...

Check your emergency start rocker switch. My 2011 Winnebago has a 3-way switch. Up (12 O-Clock) for emergency start and when released it returns to a center position. Pushing downward (6 O-Clock)...
Forum: Welcome Mat 07-30-2023, 12:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 445
Posted By davismills
My Sightseer was purchased new in 2011 and it has...

My Sightseer was purchased new in 2011 and it has served me well. I've had very few problems and have made some "comfort" changes only. Feel free to ping me anytime.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-12-2023, 05:22 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,108
Posted By davismills
My Sightseer has a GFI on the outside in the next...

My Sightseer has a GFI on the outside in the next to last basement door (passenger side)
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 06-11-2023, 10:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,170
Posted By davismills
I just replaced my 11-year-old Ready Brute tow...

I just replaced my 11-year-old Ready Brute tow bar with their newest model. I really didn't see any problems with the old one, just changed out of precaution.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-30-2023, 09:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 809
Posted By davismills
I had a young excellent mechanic install mine...

I had a young excellent mechanic install mine last year. The attached instructions I downloaded might help you or someone else in the future.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-13-2023, 12:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 719
Posted By davismills
I used a regular mount on my new TV in the salon...

I used a regular mount on my new TV in the salon and also the same in bedroom. In other words, I've replaced both TVs with standard mounts.

The new TVs are MUCH lighter and have posed no...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 01-03-2023, 05:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 795
Posted By davismills
When it gets really cold (like your example) we...

When it gets really cold (like your example) we use a Buddy Heater to really warm up the coach.

I just run a 12-foot propane hose out the driver's side window to a 20 lb. propane tank on the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-27-2022, 05:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,703
Posted By davismills
I bought two of these for bedroom reading lights....

I bought two of these for bedroom reading lights. The Queen was well pleased.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B099MVJ3GC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-15-2022, 09:05 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,309
Posted By davismills
Bob, This a long shot in your case, but it...

Bob,

This a long shot in your case, but it might be worth a check. In all honesty, I have not read all the threads except your original post, so if your problem has been solved, please ignore my...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 09-05-2022, 12:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 848
Posted By davismills
Ed, I had the fridge installed at MidState...

Ed,

I had the fridge installed at MidState RV in Macon, GA so they did the re-wire. All my inverter outlets were on a dedicated 15-amp breaker "sub panel" so I believe the tech just moved the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-31-2022, 09:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 848
Posted By davismills
My RV is at the storage lot right now so I don't...

My RV is at the storage lot right now so I don't have the pinouts. I basically matched colors from the PD to the Xantrex cable. The PD cable was configured as a crossover pinout. It was yellow -...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-31-2022, 06:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 848
Posted By davismills
I had the same inverter that you currently have...

I had the same inverter that you currently have installed. I upgraded to the Progressive Dynamics PD1200 pure sine wave inverter. I believe they also have a 2000 as well. The integrated power...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-07-2022, 12:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,812
Posted By davismills
I had trouble with the chassis battery running...

I had trouble with the chassis battery running down as well. I installed an after-product called Trik-L-Start that feeds a coach to chassis battery connection. Winnebago installs a similar product...
Forum: Welcome Mat 08-03-2022, 01:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 414
Posted By davismills
Welcome John.

Welcome John.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-08-2022, 10:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 905
Posted By davismills
www.rockauto.com Specifically: ...

www.rockauto.com

Specifically:

https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/ford,2007,f53,6.8l+v10,1500997,belt+drive,belt,8900
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-06-2021, 01:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,310
Posted By davismills
I had a similar problem last summer and elected...

I had a similar problem last summer and elected to put new COAX connectors on everything in my COAX "network". I also replaced the splitters as well.

I started by replacing the outside cable...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-16-2021, 02:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,338
Posted By davismills
I had a similar problem last summer. 1. ...

I had a similar problem last summer.

1. Make sure you have the power on at the antenna booster (usually located in a cabinet front passenger side).

2. Use the wiring diagrams and test with a...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-15-2021, 02:01 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,371
Posted By davismills
Good job! Taught me something as well.

Good job! Taught me something as well.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-07-2021, 09:14 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,371
Posted By davismills
Try running the chassis engine while attempting...

Try running the chassis engine while attempting to bring the slide in. Kinda sounds like a dead battery.

Check the following: On the driver's side basement compartment (where the LP gas tank is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-07-2021, 05:29 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,990
Posted By davismills
This will sound crazy, but check and see if your...

This will sound crazy, but check and see if your start/boost switch has a 3-way position. Winnebago installed such on mine.

Toggle up to get a boost to start with a release returning the switch...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-21-2021, 02:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 911
Posted By davismills
If you're talking about the water heater bypass...

If you're talking about the water heater bypass valve, it's usually on the back of the water heater. In my bedroom, I have a "false" front on the drawers below the bedroom closet. They just pop off...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-23-2021, 02:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,748
Posted By davismills
Great write-up! Thank you so much.

Great write-up! Thank you so much.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 03-30-2021, 02:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,126
Posted By davismills
I had a similar problem where the water pump...

I had a similar problem where the water pump connection had failed. The water pump was just above an exterior compartment and gravity delivered it there.

I replaced the pump and in all about 4...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-17-2021, 01:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,101
Posted By davismills
https://www.manualslib.com/manual/79631/Voyager-Ao...

https://www.manualslib.com/manual/79631/Voyager-Aom713.html

https://www.manualslib.com/manual/1187367/Jensen-Awm975.html

Here are links to the two manuals. I have the same model/year of RV,...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-01-2021, 01:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,631
Posted By davismills
Look at page 4 of this wiring diagram link. On...

Look at page 4 of this wiring diagram link. On the far right side, see the "Coach Battery" disconnect switch. Make sure it's turned on.
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 02-28-2021, 01:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,631
Posted By davismills
It would help us, help you if you could list the...

It would help us, help you if you could list the year of your coach in the signature of your profile.

Most coaches come with a "salesman switch" usually located near the entry door. Its function...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 02-07-2021, 03:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,531
Posted By davismills
Do you have any visible water leaks along...

Do you have any visible water leaks along plumbing lines? When my water pump starts cycling (to stabilize loss of pressure) most of the time it's because of a leak. I would also check the condition...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 01-02-2021, 02:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,431
Posted By davismills
Richard, I use the one below. If you connect...

Richard,
I use the one below. If you connect it with the included optic cable and then connect via Bluetooth, you're provided with separate volume control.

When DW is sleeping, I mute the TV...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-02-2020, 02:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,035
Posted By davismills
Get yourself a strong magnet. That should help...

Get yourself a strong magnet. That should help to locate the screws.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-13-2020, 01:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,037
Posted By davismills
I agree with BobC that your solenoid is probably...

I agree with BobC that your solenoid is probably kaput.

My "boost switch" also known as the emergency start switch was a three-way rocker switch versus a normal two-way switch. When mine was in...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-08-2020, 03:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,082
Posted By davismills
This is a long shot, but IF you're running A/C...

This is a long shot, but IF you're running A/C right now there's a possibility that the condensate drain is plugged and the water is dripping from your A/C.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 10-21-2020, 02:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,861
Posted By davismills
I'm echoing here about the small relatively...

I'm echoing here about the small relatively inexpensive 12-volt pump.

I pumped out all the old fluid into a container that's destined for the recycle center.

I pumped new fluid into the white...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-27-2020, 03:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,334
Posted By davismills
I recently had to replace the radio antenna in my...

I recently had to replace the radio antenna in my 2011 33C Sightseer and Morich's post in #5 is spot on.

I unscrewed the antenna from the roof and the whole assembly fell down behind the shower. ...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-30-2020, 03:42 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,730
Posted By davismills
Since we're sharing blunders... A number of...

Since we're sharing blunders...

A number of years ago we were transporting our late lab Rosie's ashes to her favorite campground with the purposes of spreading her ashes along some spots on her...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-30-2020, 03:27 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,708
Posted By davismills
I've tried to talk my wife into letting me do...

I've tried to talk my wife into letting me do this for years now, but she's much more frugual than me. Her theory, we only bring the RV back to the sticks and bricks about 4 times per year with less...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 07-30-2020, 03:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 933
Posted By davismills
It's according to the time of year for me. ...

It's according to the time of year for me.

In the summer, I run the generator all the time while traveling. I do this primarily to keep my coach cool with the rooftop A/Cs. The fridge runs via...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-21-2020, 11:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 691
Posted By davismills
The inverter will usually only power a few...

The inverter will usually only power a few outlets such as the TV. The inverter in your coach will not power large power related items such as the roof top A/Cs or the microwave. You'll have to run...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-04-2020, 01:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,095
Posted By davismills
Me too. We've all been in these "desperate"...

Me too. We've all been in these "desperate" situations and we all always want to help.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-04-2020, 10:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,095
Posted By davismills
Winnebago is pretty sparse with their online info...

Winnebago is pretty sparse with their online info for towables.

Here's about the only thing I can point out within your manual..

Travel trailers circuit breakers will be located
inside a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-23-2020, 09:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,908
Posted By davismills
Download this pdf file and go to page 7-3. ...

Download this pdf file and go to page 7-3.

https://winnebagoind.com/resources/manuals/pdfs/Operator2016/16TOWABLES_US.pdf
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-18-2020, 07:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 498
Posted By davismills
What's the model of your frig? Good...

What's the model of your frig? Good troubleshooting manuals here:
Service Documents and Manuals (https://bryantrv.com/docs.html)
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-08-2020, 02:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,181
Posted By davismills
We used the LG lt600p water filter for our ice...

We used the LG lt600p water filter for our ice maker and it fit nicely.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 06-06-2020, 02:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,038
Posted By davismills
I am watching this thread and wish you well in...

I am watching this thread and wish you well in solving the problem.

When I removed the "eyebrow hump" over the radio/backup monitor, I found that two of the flexible ducts had come loose from...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 05-30-2020, 02:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 932
Posted By davismills
I had a similar problem that was corrected by...

I had a similar problem that was corrected by removing the A/C shroud and cleaning the drain port that was clogged. I used a bleach solution.

As water condenses it drains into the pan and...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-03-2019, 04:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 895
Posted By davismills
I found mine behind the booster switch plate as...

I found mine behind the booster switch plate as well.

My OTA and park cable reception had seriously deteriorated over the years, so I opted to replace all connections and splitters. I purchased a...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-24-2019, 03:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,437
Posted By davismills
I saw this in the manual. Just wondering if you...

I saw this in the manual. Just wondering if you had tried this.

Turn the coach ignition to the accessory position. Make sure the level control is not
turned on. With the coach in a level...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-14-2019, 04:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,545
Posted By davismills
I have the same battery box on my Sightseer and I...

I have the same battery box on my Sightseer and I have two house batteries installed. My solenoid is located on the driver's side propane compartment. You have to remove the fuse panel to reveal...
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