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Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-02-2017, 01:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,302
Posted By BFlinn181
Since both the 30A and the 50A wires are coming...

Since both the 30A and the 50A wires are coming from your breaker panel, it shouldn't be hard to determine which is connected when the other breaker is off.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 06-24-2017, 11:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,851
Posted By BFlinn181
I'd start by checking the trailer connector for a...

I'd start by checking the trailer connector for a brake wire. If it's not wired, it's really not hard to string wire from back to front. Just have lots of zip ties and tuck the wires in the frame...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 06-19-2017, 06:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,930
Posted By BFlinn181
You'll have to check the inverter to be sure it's...

You'll have to check the inverter to be sure it's circuit breaker isn't tripped. When shore power (or generator) is providing 120v, the inverter switches to those sources to save your batteries. If...
Forum: Vintage Rigs - Retro is cool! 06-15-2017, 09:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,418
Posted By BFlinn181
The oldest manuals on the Winnebago website only...

The oldest manuals on the Winnebago website only go back to 1981.

Winnebago Industries Operator Manuals (https://winnebagoind.com/resources/manuals/operatormanuals1981-1990.php)

I believe most...
Forum: Vintage Rigs - Retro is cool! 06-15-2017, 08:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,418
Posted By BFlinn181
:welcome: Is it on a Dodge chassis? Find a...

:welcome:

Is it on a Dodge chassis? Find a manual for that year Dodge truck and it will tell you about the driving portion of the RV. For all the other systems, if you use Google and search for...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 06-05-2017, 02:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,812
Posted By BFlinn181
Flat screen TVs typically are mounted on a 4...

Flat screen TVs typically are mounted on a 4 screw metal bracket. This bracket is hung on the mating half that is fastened to a bulkhead, swing bracket, etc. If you look up from the bottom of the...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-31-2017, 09:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,242
Posted By BFlinn181
If you provide the make and model of water...

If you provide the make and model of water heater, we can help you in more detail. Have you checked the valves that bypass the water heater when winterizing? Perhaps one is not set properly. Also...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-30-2017, 02:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,628
Posted By BFlinn181
With no engine, shore, or generator power, the...

With no engine, shore, or generator power, the solenoids shouldn't be triggered. The battery isolation solenoid would only connect when a charging voltage is detected.

Do you have a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-29-2017, 05:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,474
Posted By BFlinn181
I did say 'usually' and an Auto Transfer Switch...

I did say 'usually' and an Auto Transfer Switch is a bit more than just a DPDT relay. First, if it's a 50 amp RV, it needs to have 3 poles, not just two. In addition to giving the generator time to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-29-2017, 09:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,474
Posted By BFlinn181
A EMS does more than protect from mis-wired...

A EMS does more than protect from mis-wired pedestals. It also won't connect when voltage goes outside set parameters. Low voltage in a campground is common with the multi-A/C RVs that are common...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-28-2017, 02:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,628
Posted By BFlinn181
Is this when connected to shore power? Where is...

Is this when connected to shore power? Where is your converter/charger? Further investigation needed.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-28-2017, 09:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,474
Posted By BFlinn181
CAUTION Surge protection is provided by metal...

CAUTION Surge protection is provided by metal oxide varistors (MOVs) that degrade and eventually fail each time they clamp down on a surge. Whether from multiple electric motor start up cycles or a...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-27-2017, 06:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,329
Posted By BFlinn181
Here's information on the slide mechanism: ...

Here's information on the slide mechanism:

https://www.lci1.com/assets/content/support/manuals/pg_3010002679.pdf

https://www.lci1.com/assets/content/support/manuals/pg-3010002813.pdf
...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 05-21-2017, 01:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,547
Posted By BFlinn181
You could contact Winnebago and find the details...

You could contact Winnebago and find the details you need. If you pull the light cover and base off the roof, you might find identifying information on the bottom of the fixture.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-20-2017, 10:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,474
Posted By BFlinn181
If you use the search box in the upper right part...

If you use the search box in the upper right part of the page, the one with the Google logo, to search the forum, you'll find many opinions. I wouldn't go for the cheapest, after all, your $400 one...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-18-2017, 09:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,646
Posted By BFlinn181
A vacuum breaker valve shouldn't leak at all, and...

A vacuum breaker valve shouldn't leak at all, and if it is faulty, it would still only leak if the line to the tank flush was pressurized. That line should only be plumbed to a female hose fitting,...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-17-2017, 02:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,646
Posted By BFlinn181
Either you've got a leak or a male with poor aim....

Either you've got a leak or a male with poor aim. Don't let it go too long, the floor and walls will absorb water and if particle board, will swell and need replacing. You'll need to determine if it...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-11-2017, 05:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,101
Posted By BFlinn181
I'd test the ground connection at each light....

I'd test the ground connection at each light. Then use a long jumper wire from a good 12v (+) source and touch to the furthest light from the rear. That light should now work, and any light connected...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-10-2017, 10:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,101
Posted By BFlinn181
:welcome: Using a jumper wire to a known...

:welcome:

Using a jumper wire to a known good ground, first check to see if the lights now work. If grounds are good, next you'll have to find the last (+) source from the fuse panel. Using a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-02-2017, 07:18 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 22,374
Posted By BFlinn181
LEDs are Light Emitting Diodes. Diodes are one...

LEDs are Light Emitting Diodes. Diodes are one way 'valves' for electricity. If wired backwards, they won't light. I'd try switching wires first to be sure it's wired properly. You might also test...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-01-2017, 04:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,780
Posted By BFlinn181
We've got different RVs being discussed here. I'm...

We've got different RVs being discussed here. I'm confused as to whether it's a 30 amp system with an EMS to control loads or not. In many 30 amp systems, the second A/C is only powered by the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 05-01-2017, 10:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,521
Posted By BFlinn181
Usually the trailer marker lights are on the same...

Usually the trailer marker lights are on the same pin as the trailer tail lights. The trailer hook up has fuses protecting each pin function. Luckily, Winnebago provides pretty good resources,...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-29-2017, 10:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,222
Posted By BFlinn181
They are almost 100% standard, a solar controller...

They are almost 100% standard, a solar controller has diodes built in for larger arrays of panels, so the larger panels don't require diodes.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-29-2017, 09:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,222
Posted By BFlinn181
Without a diode in the circuit, in darkness the...

Without a diode in the circuit, in darkness the power from the batteries will flow back into the solar cells and produce infrared energy, taking away some of the battery charge. The blocking diode is...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-29-2017, 04:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,780
Posted By BFlinn181
The capacitors are about the size of a tomato...

The capacitors are about the size of a tomato paste can. They store large amounts of electricity, even when the power is off and can be a real dangerous shock hazard. There are many YouTube videos...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-29-2017, 04:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,780
Posted By BFlinn181
Each compressor probably runs at ~12 -14 amps...

Each compressor probably runs at ~12 -14 amps (according to compressor size) and it spikes higher as it starts up. If you turn off the breaker to unit 1, only unit 2 should run.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 04-29-2017, 09:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,222
Posted By BFlinn181
Your 12" X 18" probably has an output of 5 - 10...

Your 12" X 18" probably has an output of 5 - 10 watts, maximum. You should check the wires linking it to your batteries, that's one of the limiting factors to just adding more panels on the roof. In...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-28-2017, 01:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,309
Posted By BFlinn181
Glad you solved the problem and posted the...

Glad you solved the problem and posted the solution!!
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-28-2017, 09:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,309
Posted By BFlinn181
This thread is about an electrical issue on a...

This thread is about an electrical issue on a Freightliner chassis with a diesel pusher. I think you'd get better help on the Ford chassis Forum.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-27-2017, 09:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,309
Posted By BFlinn181
I'd start at the chassis battery and trace power...

I'd start at the chassis battery and trace power out from that. It could be the large circuit breaker or fusible link in the positive cable. If you have a battery disconnect solenoid on the chassis...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-24-2017, 03:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,883
Posted By BFlinn181
Thanks for the photos, I can see why the old tank...

Thanks for the photos, I can see why the old tank had a problem. Someone with some welding skills could move the openings to the top of the old tank for much less than $2,000.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-06-2017, 08:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,883
Posted By BFlinn181
According to parda03, the problem was the vent...

According to parda03, the problem was the vent lines were mounted on the tank side. If that is the case, then filling would be fine up to the vent being submerged. Then the vent isn't a vent anymore...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-06-2017, 09:31 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,883
Posted By BFlinn181
Please post photos of your new tank and perhaps...

Please post photos of your new tank and perhaps the old one when you get it out of the RV. I'm curious to see what changes in the new tank to eliminate the filling issues of the old one. Thanks!
Forum: Tech | Toys and Gear 04-05-2017, 01:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,476
Posted By BFlinn181
Check the GPS antenna connection on the back of...

Check the GPS antenna connection on the back of the receiver, if it's tight then check the connection to the antenna. You do know GPS signal can be blocked by trees, buildings, etc.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-04-2017, 07:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,883
Posted By BFlinn181
If it was my RV, I'd drop the tank and add a new...

If it was my RV, I'd drop the tank and add a new vent in the top of the tank. Not sure why you'd have to install a new tank, just modify what you've got. Also, I've never seen a tank remove and...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-27-2017, 07:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,138
Posted By BFlinn181
Silicon caulk will fail. As I and others have...

Silicon caulk will fail. As I and others have said, a later proper fix will need extra effort to remove the silicon that can prevent things bonding. When silicon caulk was first marketed in the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-27-2017, 06:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,138
Posted By BFlinn181
Check that both circuit breakers on the generator...

Check that both circuit breakers on the generator are on. (trip and reset) Some RVs without an automatic transfer switch require the output of the generator be plugged into an outlet the shore cord...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-27-2017, 03:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,138
Posted By BFlinn181
Dicor and Eternabond can be purchased and shipped...

Dicor and Eternabond can be purchased and shipped from Amazon, Camping World, Grainger, etc. Also available at Home Depot and the like. If your generator is a 5500 watt unit, it can run both A/C at...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 03-27-2017, 10:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,138
Posted By BFlinn181
:welcome: Does your RV have 50 amp or 30 amp...

:welcome:

Does your RV have 50 amp or 30 amp shore cord? A 50A service is actually 2 legs of 50A 120v power, for a total of 100A of 120v. A 30A service is only one leg of 30A power. Since a single...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-26-2017, 09:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,202
Posted By BFlinn181
The hydraulic pistons on many pieces of equipment...

The hydraulic pistons on many pieces of equipment never need spraying, even after being not used for months. Dump trucks, farm equipment, earth moving vehicles can be parked and they work without...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 03-26-2017, 08:56 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,890
Posted By BFlinn181
This is true of most dolly towing as well, surge...

This is true of most dolly towing as well, surge brakes will lock up when backing a dolly unless you insert the pin to prevent brake application. In addition, unless you're an experienced driver,...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-24-2017, 02:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,202
Posted By BFlinn181
Here's a link to the HWH manuals for the systems...

Here's a link to the HWH manuals for the systems Winnebago uses. Winnebago Industries Operators' Manuals (https://www.hwhcorp.com/operators43.html)

You mentioned rear jacks not retracting fully,...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 03-21-2017, 09:26 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,890
Posted By BFlinn181
The Garden State 'Parkway' is a toll road by...

The Garden State 'Parkway' is a toll road by another name. In NYC, Philadelphia, and many other cities a parkway is (or was) a divided roadway with a grass and tree planted center median that...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 03-20-2017, 10:21 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,890
Posted By BFlinn181
Do you mean the New Jersey Turnpike or the Garden...

Do you mean the New Jersey Turnpike or the Garden State Parkway? The GSP prohibits RVs and trailers over 62' total length, no other restrictions on non-commercial vehicles. Neither the GSP or NJ TP...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 03-20-2017, 09:33 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,890
Posted By BFlinn181
Which "Turn Pikes" prohibit RVs towing a vehicle...

Which "Turn Pikes" prohibit RVs towing a vehicle on a tow dolly? The regulations for 'dollys' refer to trucks pulling two trailers with a dolly between the trailers. The Pennsylvania Turnpike allows...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 03-20-2017, 09:00 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,890
Posted By BFlinn181
While having braking effort on all 4 wheels does...

While having braking effort on all 4 wheels does increase stability when braking, fact is front brakes provide up to 75% of braking force when stopping. Having braking on only the dolly axle can...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 03-19-2017, 10:00 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,890
Posted By BFlinn181
Some dollys have brakes, others do not. If I were...

Some dollys have brakes, others do not. If I were looking to purchase a dolly, I'd look for hydraulic disk brake equipped ones. Electric brakes require a controller on the RV dashboard, and drum...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 03-15-2017, 12:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,866
Posted By BFlinn181
Leaking fluid from the shock is one sure sign,...

Leaking fluid from the shock is one sure sign, the other would be excessive bounce after a road or bridge joint in the highway. I'd call excessive bounce 3 or more up/down motions after a bump.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-04-2017, 09:28 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 15,965
Posted By BFlinn181
The fact that it makes noise should make it...

The fact that it makes noise should make it easier to track down. Get access to the area, take the actions that set off the buzzer, use ears to track the area, use fingers to feel the vibration of...
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-28-2017, 07:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,206
Posted By BFlinn181
If the TV was moved from the wall above the...

If the TV was moved from the wall above the counter, I'd think there'd be evidence of the old bracket and or wiring. If done during build of the RV, it would have only been installed in the overhead...
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