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Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 08-17-2010, 02:02 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 71,756
Posted By Florida Guy
As seen below the 6536 is heat and cool ...

As seen below the 6536 is heat and cool

(27,000 BTU dual compressor heat/cool - $1,995.00)

but a mute point. I e-mailed RVP products asking if it would fit and he said:

The 6536 will not...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 08-14-2010, 04:10 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 71,756
Posted By Florida Guy
This was from the RVP web site, maker of our...

This was from the RVP web site, maker of our basement units:

Refrigerant Changes Coming In 2010


Wednesday, Dec 16th, 2009
Refrigerant Changes Coming In 2010

Due to regulation...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-26-2010, 03:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,131
Posted By Florida Guy
My 2003 39W Journey's filter is located under the...

My 2003 39W Journey's filter is located under the row of drawers that the bedroom TV resides in. The last drawer is removed and the filiter is replaced on the bottom AC frame. There is no filter...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-25-2010, 05:40 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 31,026
Posted By Florida Guy
Has anyone removed their AC unit on a Diesel? I...

Has anyone removed their AC unit on a Diesel? I have a 2003 Journey and the start capaciter for the outdoor blower needs replaced. Bills instructions were excellent and he stated on a Diesel the AC...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-20-2010, 08:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,933
Posted By Florida Guy
The first thing I would look over closely is the...

The first thing I would look over closely is the wall to roof seam. I recaulked mine mainly due to the factory job was not very good. This seam is a 'must do' maintenance item. The roof only overlaps...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-20-2010, 04:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,933
Posted By Florida Guy
I have the same year and model coach. The brass...

I have the same year and model coach. The brass valve is not on mine and the electrical cord plugged in is for the engine block heater.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 03-19-2010, 05:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,440
Posted By Florida Guy
I have the 39W floor plan and the original tires...

I have the 39W floor plan and the original tires were 255/80's. They had a date code of 2002 and I just replaced them with Mich. XZA2 Energy 275/70's. There was plenty of dual rear spacing for the...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 03-17-2010, 05:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,896
Posted By Florida Guy
I find taking the grill off makes the filter...

I find taking the grill off makes the filter change much easier. The few phillps screws on the bottom of the grill are easy to remove and makes the job much easier.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-05-2009, 02:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,141
Posted By Florida Guy
I didn't drop the generator myself but watched...

I didn't drop the generator myself but watched the Tech do it. We were able to raise the MH far enough by placing a wood 4x4 under the front jacks and lowering the front jacks all the way down. The...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-21-2009, 10:39 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,330
Posted By Florida Guy
Roadking, Thanks for the suggestion. I...

Roadking,
Thanks for the suggestion. I should have mentioned it earlier, but I did remove the cover and checked fuses. There were OK. One of the fuses, I think the 1/4 amp one, can be...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-20-2009, 01:38 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,330
Posted By Florida Guy
I checked everything out while I had the old...

I checked everything out while I had the old Inverter out. Everything looks still new. I did perform the BACKFEED test on the Inverter AC output as Xantrex recommends. As Xantrex says, any AC...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-19-2009, 10:04 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,330
Posted By Florida Guy
All is fixed. I replaced the Inverter this...

All is fixed. I replaced the Inverter this morning and all power is back. Must have been the transfer switch internal to the Inverter. I will be shipping off the old one to Orlando and have it...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-07-2009, 10:51 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 26,379
Posted By Florida Guy
I resealed my roof some time ago. The below part...

I resealed my roof some time ago. The below part number is what Winne spec. sheet called out for my motorhome. The sealant is clear because I have full body paint. I believe non-paint will have white...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-07-2009, 10:39 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,330
Posted By Florida Guy
After some trouble shooting I have narrowed it...

After some trouble shooting I have narrowed it down the Xantrex Inverter transfer switch based on their web site trouble shooting guide (From their web site trouble shooting guide below):

It is...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-02-2009, 11:49 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,330
Posted By Florida Guy
WOW, thanks for all the help. Due to my work...

WOW, thanks for all the help. Due to my work schedule I won't be trouble shooting this week but I will keep everyone posted. I will be sure to post the final repair and the trouble shooting that was...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-01-2009, 06:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,330
Posted By Florida Guy
Well, operator error in some information I gave...

Well, operator error in some information I gave earlier. I initially tryed the Air conditioner and it also appeared to be dead. This morning I went out and tryed the Air again, but this time I...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-01-2009, 02:28 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,330
Posted By Florida Guy
RV Wizard, I have put a meter to all the...

RV Wizard,

I have put a meter to all the outlets, no power to them or the Air Conditioner. I can't put a load on anything because nothing has power.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-01-2009, 02:05 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,330
Posted By Florida Guy
Thanks for all the suggestions thus far. I'm...

Thanks for all the suggestions thus far. I'm leaning toward the inverter/charger being the culprit. This is my second Xantrex 1500 unit. The original went out about 18 months ago. I bought a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 01-31-2009, 12:11 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,330
Posted By Florida Guy
No AC power from generator OR shore power to...

No AC power from generator OR shore power to coach. Checked all AC/DC breakers, none tripped. Opened and closed all AC breakers anyway. Inverter does supply AC to the coach when inverter button...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-01-2008, 05:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,766
Posted By Florida Guy
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Good idea. I assume that you didn't do anything inside the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-31-2008, 12:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,766
Posted By Florida Guy
How about inside 'Cove Molding'. Place strips of...

How about inside 'Cove Molding'. Place strips of AC copper tubing insulating material up against the wall/ceiling and then place some thin Cove Molding (like what's in some stick houses)over the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-06-2008, 01:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,387
Posted By Florida Guy
Our Journey has done the same thing, although not...

Our Journey has done the same thing, although not as frequently as what you explained, maybe once or twice a day. I can't tell if it's normal, I do know I have no air leaks. The MH can sit for a few...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-04-2008, 10:21 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,828
Posted By Florida Guy
Yep, thats what I (insurance) paid ($900) for...

Yep, thats what I (insurance) paid ($900) for each side on the Journey. Replaced the drivers side in '06 and the passengers side in '07. Thank goodness Florida insurance has no deductable on...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-29-2008, 11:16 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,130
Posted By Florida Guy
In the photos section search under Florida Guy.I...

In the photos section search under Florida Guy.I posted those about a year ago. Our TV was the same as yours with the curved front. I did the install (26" Sharp LCD HD) but took the wood frame to a...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-28-2008, 11:12 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,898
Posted By Florida Guy
After it's painted, did you consider NOT putting...

After it's painted, did you consider NOT putting on the new decals? As soon as I got our new Journey I took them off. No damage to the paint and the coach looks much cleaner. Don't get me wrong, I...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-10-2007, 05:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,965
Posted By Florida Guy
Thanks for all the suggestions. I ordered from...

Thanks for all the suggestions. I ordered from SPD. Mickey, my numbers were SPD-GSNI-2300-90 at $16.85 ea. I also ordered a couple spares for the other doors which are SPD-GSNI-2300-100. They are...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-09-2007, 05:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,296
Posted By Florida Guy
Timely post. I just did our coach yesterday. Used...

Timely post. I just did our coach yesterday. Used Simple Green from the front and the back and PLENTY of water. I hooked our hose to the hot water line from the garage. Accessed the back from the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-09-2007, 05:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,965
Posted By Florida Guy
Two struts on one of our basement doors failed at...

Two struts on one of our basement doors failed at the same time. Oil leaking out of both struts from the electrical access door and now I have to hold the door open manually, i.e. my head or a piece...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-09-2007, 05:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,965
Posted By Florida Guy
Two struts on one of our basement doors failed at...

Two struts on one of our basement doors failed at the same time. Oil leaking out of both struts from the electrical access door and now I have to hold the door open manually, i.e. my head or a piece...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-31-2007, 02:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,512
Posted By Florida Guy
No, NOT 20 Amp. It is a 200 Amp fusable link....

No, NOT 20 Amp. It is a 200 Amp fusable link. It's the main fuse for the entire coach. Because you have a different coach, your's may not be 200 Amp. Maybe 100-150 Amp. The 200 Amp is what our...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-30-2007, 11:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,512
Posted By Florida Guy
I accidently did the same thing when I changed...

I accidently did the same thing when I changed out my Inverter/converter. Result was the 200 amp fuse blew. Mine is located on the positive (red) cable at the batteries bolted to the support tubing....
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-21-2007, 03:03 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,185
Posted By Florida Guy
The cutaway of the roof/sidewall construction I...

The cutaway of the roof/sidewall construction I have seen at the dealers, indicates the roof overlaps the sidewall by about a half inch. That would indicate no leaks if the sealing had minor flaws,...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 10-19-2007, 05:28 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,333
Posted By Florida Guy
Add me to the list of having a platform slightly...

Add me to the list of having a platform slightly larger than our Sleep Number mattress.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-17-2007, 11:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,638
Posted By Florida Guy
We just had our Generator inverter replaced a few...

We just had our Generator inverter replaced a few weeks ago for the same symptoms as Johns. Would run for a few seconds and shut down. Your lucky John, our malfunctioning generator also took out our...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 10-16-2007, 04:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,818
Posted By Florida Guy
1. Our 2003 Journey has battery slide tray. I...

1. Our 2003 Journey has battery slide tray. I guess Winnebago is cutting costs.
2. Same generator location on ours. Normal service (oil, fuel and air filters) can be serviced with no problem. Our...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-13-2007, 03:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 15,833
Posted By Florida Guy
I resealed our roof seam over a year ago. Ordered...

I resealed our roof seam over a year ago. Ordered the sealant from Winnebago, part #094401-04-000. This is what Winnebago recommended for the full body paint. The tube of chalking is 'Stone Mason...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-11-2007, 11:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,611
Posted By Florida Guy
I thought about cutting the bottom portion of the...

I thought about cutting the bottom portion of the metal gage to make a perfectly flat front face, however the bottom plastic cover would also have to be cut flat. That would remove the flange that...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 10-11-2007, 02:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,611
Posted By Florida Guy
Go to photos and seach under Florida Guy to see...

Go to photos and seach under Florida Guy to see how we handled the rounded bottom portion of the frame when we installed the 26" LCD TV.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-28-2007, 10:12 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,945
Posted By Florida Guy
When you add the typical options, the Journey's...

When you add the typical options, the Journey's price is approaching the Phaeton from Tiffin, and in my opinion the Phaeton wins hands down. The new Journey cabinet doors looks like 1 by 4 pieces of...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 07-31-2007, 01:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,528
Posted By Florida Guy
Just changed mine a couple weeks ago. I plugged...

Just changed mine a couple weeks ago. I plugged the inlet hose with a golf tee as soon as it was disconnected. This minimized the fuel leak until I could get the new one in place and attached. Hand...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-26-2007, 09:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,980
Posted By Florida Guy
The panel we have looks just like the panel on...

The panel we have looks just like the panel on the first page of the manual that Tom posted a link to.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-26-2007, 06:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,980
Posted By Florida Guy
We have the same Inverter on our 2003 Journey....

We have the same Inverter on our 2003 Journey. Ours has a button on the bottom of the DC panel on the 'One Place' panel that says 'Invert' When we use the Inverter we just push that button. Is your...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-19-2007, 01:52 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,252
Posted By Florida Guy
We have a 2003 Journey 39W with full body paint...

We have a 2003 Journey 39W with full body paint and so far the paint still looks new with no peeling. The MH is stored in a carport next to the house, mostly sheilded from the elements. Purchased in...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-18-2007, 07:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,515
Posted By Florida Guy
UPDATE: Got the coach back with a new...

UPDATE:

Got the coach back with a new Generator Inverter installed. I replaced the AC circuit board so all is well (and VERY expensive). The Onan dealer had to remove the generator from the coach...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-16-2007, 02:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,299
Posted By Florida Guy
Our last MH on a Ford Chasis did the same thing....

Our last MH on a Ford Chasis did the same thing. The drain was fine, however the housing for the AC coils was not insulated and condensation would form around this housing and drip on the DW feet....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-06-2007, 11:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,515
Posted By Florida Guy
Changed the fuel filter and generator still will...

Changed the fuel filter and generator still will not run. Discovered a burnt PC board on the AC unit. Dealer price for new board $275. Has two in stock so that tells me a somewhat common problem....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-04-2007, 08:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,515
Posted By Florida Guy
Thanks for the suggestions thus far. Checked the...

Thanks for the suggestions thus far. Checked the thermostat fuse and its OK. Have some out of town company so will have to wait a few days to change the fuel filter. A friend of mine changed his and...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-03-2007, 06:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,515
Posted By Florida Guy
Running the generator (7.5 Onan Diesel) for the...

Running the generator (7.5 Onan Diesel) for the monthly exercise. Loaded the generator with the AC unit, about 22 amps. Five minutes into the run the generator speed increased and then shut down and...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-03-2007, 06:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,515
Posted By Florida Guy
Running the generator (7.5 Onan Diesel) for the...

Running the generator (7.5 Onan Diesel) for the monthly exercise. Loaded the generator with the AC unit, about 22 amps. Five minutes into the run the generator speed increased and then shut down and...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 02-18-2007, 09:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,953
Posted By Florida Guy
Sounds like a stuck check valve that is no longer...

Sounds like a stuck check valve that is no longer stuck (Frozen?)
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