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Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-03-2017, 03:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,284
Posted By Brockx
Try checking your "house" batteries for charge...

Try checking your "house" batteries for charge condition and loose or corroded connections. Also, if you are not running the engine while leveling or activating slides, do so it gives you elevated...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 03-24-2017, 05:56 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,921
Posted By Brockx
The NSA ready brake tow bar is probably the...

The NSA ready brake tow bar is probably the system you are referencing. I had an Acme dolly with surge brakes and it worked fine, just a hassle to store at home and some campgrounds required you to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 08-22-2016, 11:19 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,590
Posted By Brockx
I have wondered about the feasibility of winching...

I have wondered about the feasibility of winching in a slide. Enough that I have a couple of ratchet straps in the tool bay.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-04-2016, 06:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,652
Posted By Brockx
Mine has been high maintenance, getting up in...

Mine has been high maintenance, getting up in years and worn, trading up is out of the question.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-15-2016, 05:01 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,901
Posted By Brockx
I'm 235 and use the ladder, my previous Fleetwood...

I'm 235 and use the ladder, my previous Fleetwood had pop rivets into the rear cap, no backers not even washers. Decided not to look at this ones mount system, devil hates a coward.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-30-2015, 03:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,832
Posted By Brockx
:blush:Heck....I never gave it a thought. ...

:blush:Heck....I never gave it a thought. Nothing broke so far:facepalm:.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-19-2015, 08:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,218
Posted By Brockx
You are obviously sharp electrically, be a good...

You are obviously sharp electrically, be a good idea to hook in a switch (possibly the existing magnet) that opens the steps when the door is opened with the steps closed.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-18-2015, 08:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,218
Posted By Brockx
If I understand correctly the steps do not open...

If I understand correctly the steps do not open automatically when the door is opened?
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 11-15-2015, 06:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,984
Posted By Brockx
I have a 10.7 Whirlpool on my outdoor pool patio...

I have a 10.7 Whirlpool on my outdoor pool patio (covered). It sees ambient temps from 30's to 90's has worked great for 6 years. The current models have an available ice maker and gallon jug door...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-13-2015, 06:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,218
Posted By Brockx
If you decide to explore it again take a good...

If you decide to explore it again take a good look at the magnetic switch. If it is loose or your door is not closing tightly bumps in the road can energize your steps. The steps always follow the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-13-2015, 06:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,218
Posted By Brockx
Very good chance the plastic gear slugs have...

Very good chance the plastic gear slugs have crushed. take the gear cover off the motor and you should see a large plastic gear. There are 3 plastic slugs that fit between the gear and a triangle...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-30-2015, 10:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,466
Posted By Brockx
If the steps are closed completely and not...

If the steps are closed completely and not attempting to open, no jerks etc.. The most likely guess is a bad magnetic switch, this is mounted on your door and door jam. Available on Amazon and many...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 05-20-2015, 08:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,359
Posted By Brockx
The motor is typically a drivers door window...

The motor is typically a drivers door window motor for a 1990 Taurus. Any good auto store will have it for under $50. Take the old one with you.
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 04-14-2015, 12:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,470
Posted By Brockx
My first MH had a driver door, the current one...

My first MH had a driver door, the current one does not. Personally, I like the driver door, it is easy in/out for a reasonably agile person, it gives much easier access to driver side under dash...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 02-21-2015, 03:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,302
Posted By Brockx
This and several in the Ford Chassis Forum will...

This and several in the Ford Chassis Forum will guide you on the trail to be sure you have the recall or a possible failure of the recalled switch ...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-18-2014, 04:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,946
Posted By Brockx
You could take it off and compare it to the...

You could take it off and compare it to the Amazon photo, or take it to Advance Auto or Auto Zone. That number references to a 1990 Taurus Driver Door window motor, good luck.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 11-18-2014, 01:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,946
Posted By Brockx
Order ACI 83694 motor from Amazon for $40, when...

Order ACI 83694 motor from Amazon for $40, when the old one quits get your freebie from Kwikee.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-28-2014, 08:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,241
Posted By Brockx
TonyDi and I were posting at the same time. Tony...

TonyDi and I were posting at the same time. Tony is dead right, that will stop it, hard telling how long that inner pipe is on the outside of the tank. Really an odd set-up, some one other than a...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-28-2014, 07:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,241
Posted By Brockx
Looks to me like the vent goes down into the tank...

Looks to me like the vent goes down into the tank and the pipe over the vent is a vacuum breaker. If it is not open at that slip over joint it will siphon the tank.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-28-2014, 12:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,241
Posted By Brockx
IMHO a siphon only works if the "wet" side stays...

IMHO a siphon only works if the "wet" side stays immersed and the outlet side is below the level of the fluid. Make sure the tank connection is actually terminated at the top not extended into the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-11-2014, 05:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,033
Posted By Brockx
The above advice is all good. One other...

The above advice is all good.

One other thing, at least on a gas unit. The remote start switch completes a ground to make a complete circuit to engage the solenoid that starts the Generator. A...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-08-2014, 08:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,827
Posted By Brockx
If you are running an exhaust fan, kitchen or...

If you are running an exhaust fan, kitchen or bath, air will back-draw from any trap or seal that is not tight. Be sure your toilet is sealing, will it hold water on the slide when not in use?
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 06-24-2014, 02:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,231
Posted By Brockx
Yes, also your inside dual is mounted in the...

Yes, also your inside dual is mounted in the same orientation as your front tires.



I'm old school, or just old, but I have a spare for the Coach, Dolly, Toad. I have driven well over 2...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 06-19-2014, 01:26 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,373
Posted By Brockx
Quality is a mind set that must start at the top...

Quality is a mind set that must start at the top position in a manufacturing facility, no matter what the product.

Good quality is actually cheaper to provide than bad quality, the Motor-home...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 02-05-2014, 12:06 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 9,673
Posted By Brockx
Try another key, stranger things have happened.

Try another key, stranger things have happened.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 12-21-2013, 06:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,765
Posted By Brockx
If you don't want to do the replacement right...

If you don't want to do the replacement right away buy some eternabond tape and cover the crack. Go well past the ends of the crack if possible. That "fix" will last a long ...long...time.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 11-15-2013, 06:56 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 11,166
Posted By Brockx
Be aware of how much "overhang" the unit has. I...

Be aware of how much "overhang" the unit has. I refer to the length of coach body behind the rear wheels. The longer the overhang, the more susceptible to wind push from passing trucks (them...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-03-2013, 12:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,195
Posted By Brockx
Just another thought, can you get city water to...

Just another thought, can you get city water to go thru the inlet, it maybe corroded shut.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-03-2013, 12:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,195
Posted By Brockx
The inlet is spring loaded, takes "X" pounds of...

The inlet is spring loaded, takes "X" pounds of pressure to open it to allow an outside source of water in, your hand pump may not have enough pressure. Does your hand pump squirt any water when...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 09-23-2013, 07:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,990
Posted By Brockx
Obviously it is working for you. However; I think...

Obviously it is working for you. However; I think it safe to say Winnebago rated the 500# hitch lower due to the frame extension structure. Without a doubt Winny and others rate the hitch at...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 09-22-2013, 12:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,990
Posted By Brockx
Building a stronger hitch will not be a guarantee...

Building a stronger hitch will not be a guarantee of greater capacity. Gas motorhomes frequently have frame extensions added to handle the overall length of the "house". That needs to be understood...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-11-2013, 05:22 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,410
Posted By Brockx
Here was my journey, kinda like learning about...

Here was my journey, kinda like learning about sex on the street corner.

https://www.irv2.com/forums/f107/steps-wont-full-cycle-133020.html
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-09-2013, 10:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,410
Posted By Brockx
The motors are as stated window drive motors. ...

The motors are as stated window drive motors. The failure is lack of lube on the steps, try that first. The motor is controlled by a load sensor and stops when a certain load is attained, normally...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 09-01-2013, 11:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,402
Posted By Brockx
I believe the problem is: Number 1, more and...

I believe the problem is: Number 1, more and larger slides add area to be cooled, Number 2, darker exterior colors. My neighbor has an expensive late model that even has a dark roof, can't cool it.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-31-2013, 02:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 15,147
Posted By Brockx
Still don't get it but I'm slow today. Why would...

Still don't get it but I'm slow today. Why would anyone want a 96 vs 102, my 1996 is a 102 no slides. Seems like a 90" with opposing slides would be a little tight with the slides in for travel.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-31-2013, 05:06 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 15,147
Posted By Brockx
Curious about the comment "narrow the body to 8...

Curious about the comment "narrow the body to 8 feet".
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-14-2013, 10:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,919
Posted By Brockx
A couple of people have found "loose" connections...

A couple of people have found "loose" connections behind the dash at the control area. Regardless; you have a leak just need to find it.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 11-08-2012, 10:53 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 18,381
Posted By Brockx
they will probably offer to re-paint them...

they will probably offer to re-paint them :laugh::laugh:
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-06-2012, 06:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,699
Posted By Brockx
At Lowes they are packaged in flat clear plastic...

At Lowes they are packaged in flat clear plastic bags in the filter area.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-18-2012, 06:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,724
Posted By Brockx
"stuff" happens Google RV Salvage look for...

"stuff" happens

Google RV Salvage look for one in your area they are all over the country.
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