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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-07-2014, 11:41 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,505
Posted By Alan17
Best thing ever! I'v had some close calls...

Best thing ever! I'v had some close calls removing battery caps to check the water. I had one cap that was stuck and wen it let go I was sprayed with battery acid. Lucky for me I was wearing my...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-23-2014, 10:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,080
Posted By Alan17
Welcome and enjoy :welcome:

Welcome and enjoy

:welcome:
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-20-2014, 10:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,994
Posted By Alan17
I went with driveability. One must be comfortable...

I went with driveability. One must be comfortable and feel safe driving your home down the highway. After I have that I would than look at livability then fit & finish.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-11-2014, 12:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,108
Posted By Alan17
One of the first things that I replaced was our...

One of the first things that I replaced was our old single stage charger to a 4 stage unit.

Progressive dynamics made a lower unit replacement for ours. It was not hard to do.

I also put a...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-09-2014, 12:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,623
Posted By Alan17
Ours had a TV shelf across the the corner and...

Ours had a TV shelf across the the corner and like you we kept bumping our heads on it as we went around the corner of the bed. I removed it and will be mounting a LCD TV.
We have a light colored...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-05-2014, 01:10 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,636
Posted By Alan17
Same question

I have a 1995 itasca suncruiser. It it wired for the small factory solar panel and has the connector up on the roof to plug in the solar panel but I can not find the charge indicator light anywhere...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-30-2014, 11:32 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,078
Posted By Alan17
Thats a tough thing to go through. Try to keep...

Thats a tough thing to go through. Try to keep him focused on the great adventure to come. A great RV adventure will heal just about anyone. :)

God bless, our prayers are with your dad.....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-28-2014, 09:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,074
Posted By Alan17
On our last MH I converted every interior and...

On our last MH I converted every interior and exterior light to LED except the head lights. Blinkers flashed much faster but I felt that it drew more attention so I did not correct it.

Current MH...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-21-2013, 08:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,123
Posted By Alan17
I put a battery operated led motion sensor light...

I put a battery operated led motion sensor light on the under side of a cabinet just inside of my door. When we open the door and wave my arm it lights up the whole inside entryway. I got these a...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-07-2013, 10:38 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,403
Posted By Alan17
Did you get the original list in writing? If you...

Did you get the original list in writing? If you did you can do something. If not you do not have a leg to stand on and will have to take their agreement.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 12-04-2013, 10:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,561
Posted By Alan17
update

On my return trip from Nevada all went well with the new plug wires. My power was back and my MPG's were back to normal (9.5 MPG)
I will be carrying a spair set of plug wires with me on future trips...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-29-2013, 09:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,561
Posted By Alan17
Engine miss (Plug wire experience)

In hopes to help others i will post my recent experience. We headed to Nevada for Thanksgiving and our 1995 MH Chevy P32 chassis 454 developed a slight engine mid.
Taking off from a stop the engine...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-25-2013, 11:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,020
Posted By Alan17
Engine coolant. It should heat your water tank...

Engine coolant. It should heat your water tank also. I was told that Winnebago calls the system "motor aid"
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-20-2013, 10:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,177
Posted By Alan17
Noise only happens when braking.

Noise only happens when braking.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-19-2013, 09:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,177
Posted By Alan17
None was supplied with the pads. The new pads did...

None was supplied with the pads. The new pads did have a thin shim on the pad backing metal that I believe is an anti squeal material. My old pads did not have the shim.

In doing pads on my other...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-19-2013, 09:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,177
Posted By Alan17
My MH has 39,000 miles. I would think that a...

My MH has 39,000 miles.
I would think that a bearing would make noise as it is rolling. I only get the noise when braking. I haven't noticed any change with a hard or soft stop. With the wheel in...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-18-2013, 11:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,177
Posted By Alan17
Brake noise chev P32 chassis

Coming back from Nevada last May I noticed a brake noise. Kinda sounds like metal to metal and more pronounced when I get down towards the end of my stop. Can't really hear it at higher speeds while...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-16-2013, 12:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,970
Posted By Alan17
I bought the ratacater from Amazon a few weeks...

I bought the ratacater from Amazon a few weeks ago for about $32. Put about 10 prices of dry cat food in it, turned it on, set it in the garage. Got me a mouse last night, dumped out in to the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-12-2013, 10:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,590
Posted By Alan17
Go to a place that cuts custom foam peices and...

Go to a place that cuts custom foam peices and have them cut you a block of foam 4 or 5 inches wide by the width and thickness of you mattress. Make a zipper cover for it so it can be removed for...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-24-2013, 12:11 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,939
Posted By Alan17
Just got a rat zapper to try this winter....

Just got a rat zapper to try this winter. Basically a rat / mouse size bug zapper trap that kills the mouse with an electrical shock. Battery powered, bate with a little dry dog food, mouse goes in...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-19-2013, 12:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,037
Posted By Alan17
Hey guys, just thought that I'd chime in here. ...

Hey guys, just thought that I'd chime in here.
CB is really not used much these days. You'd probably hear more on the FRS (Family Radio Service) & GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) (the little...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-14-2013, 12:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,036
Posted By Alan17
I actually found mine in the closeout area in a...

I actually found mine in the closeout area in a camping world store for $5.95. Could not pass that deal up:D
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-12-2013, 12:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,036
Posted By Alan17
Glad to hear (and see) that the 4" Eternabond...

Glad to hear (and see) that the 4" Eternabond worked out for you. After installing the 360 vent on my MH I don't know if it works better than my stock vent but it does look better. :rofl:
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-07-2013, 10:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,036
Posted By Alan17
You could do it with 4" but you would probably...

You could do it with 4" but you would probably need to make them a little bigger than 1/3 of a circle and use 3 prices.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-06-2013, 11:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,036
Posted By Alan17
I put one of these on about a month ago but did...

I put one of these on about a month ago but did not have the issue with pipe size. I sealed mine with eternabond tape and should never leak at least for the time that I will own this one.

I...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-25-2013, 11:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,016
Posted By Alan17
As a reference, I have a 1995 Itasca Suncruiser...

As a reference, I have a 1995 Itasca Suncruiser 29RQ (30') 78 gal tank, 454 Chev & P37 chassis. Driving Oregon to Nevada over several mountain passes and hilly terrain (1100 miles round trip) I get...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-31-2013, 05:33 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,873
Posted By Alan17
We sold our last MH on eBay. Be honest and...

We sold our last MH on eBay. Be honest and Describe everything in detail, take lots of pictures, and put a realistic price on it. We sold it to a couple from Wisconsin. They flew to Oregon and we...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 08-24-2013, 07:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,469
Posted By Alan17
Jun

I have read many posts on this subject but none of them really explain the differences. My VIN code shows a 7. That makes it a P37 and I do not find any information on the P37 and what is the...
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 08-05-2013, 11:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,783
Posted By Alan17
Our "Little Girl" is a natural traveler. First...

Our "Little Girl" is a natural traveler. First trip was 1100 mile round trip. Put her in the MH, she wandered about for a bit and then declared the dash her home. We put a couple of towel down for...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-05-2013, 10:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,902
Posted By Alan17
Ditto. Never leave ours hooked up. Just dump,...

Ditto. Never leave ours hooked up. Just dump, rinse, and put it away.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-10-2013, 10:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 805
Posted By Alan17
Was not able to see it while it was mounted on...

Was not able to see it while it was mounted on the frame rail due to the tight space. I could only see that it was a small amount of fluid coming down from the top area of the cylinder.

After I...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-09-2013, 11:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 805
Posted By Alan17
Definitely not the seal as the leak is coming...

Definitely not the seal as the leak is coming from the top area of the cylinder. The only things on the top are
1. The hydraulic fitting (not leaking)

2. One bolt that screw's into the top of the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-09-2013, 01:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 805
Posted By Alan17
leveler leak

I developed a leak on one of my rear leveler on my 1995 Suncruiser. It is a power gear system and the cylinders are made by Milwaukee cylinder. From the date code on the cylinder it is original as...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 06-30-2013, 02:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 931
Posted By Alan17
If your not in a hurry you can take Hwy 126 out...

If your not in a hurry you can take Hwy 126 out of Eugene that takes you West the Florence. Then North on Hwy 101 to Cannon Beach. 101 is a coastal hwy and is curvy in spots and takes you through...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-21-2013, 09:20 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 17,873
Posted By Alan17
Media Scare, Hype, and BS. They take a story...

Media Scare, Hype, and BS. They take a story about a "driver at fault" accident and then want to cast a bad light about the vehicle(Class A Motor homes) being unsafe. All accidents are unique and...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-05-2013, 11:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,860
Posted By Alan17
On our 90 Chevy 3500 with 454 developed a leak on...

On our 90 Chevy 3500 with 454 developed a leak on the right side. When looking into it I found one of the bolts were broken. If I recalled right it was lower backside. These are a metal to metal...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-14-2013, 01:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 838
Posted By Alan17
The pump turns slowly while the belt is...

The pump turns slowly while the belt is squealing. I used a screwdriver handle an added some tension and the pump will turn faster and the squealing stops. I also get colt aid while it is running.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-13-2013, 11:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 838
Posted By Alan17
AC Pump Belt Squeal

We purchased a 1995 Itasca Suncruiser last October and when I turn on the engine AC it has a loud squeal that I believe to be the belt. I thought that it might be the clutch bearing but I loosened...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-13-2013, 10:36 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,763
Posted By Alan17
I don't totally buy into the size/weight thing as...

I don't totally buy into the size/weight thing as I think that chassis gearing and engine type also plays a significant role.

Our last MH was about the smallest class C that you can get. It was a...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-08-2013, 09:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,761
Posted By Alan17
I use my extension cord all the time. Not just in...

I use my extension cord all the time. Not just in campgrounds or parks, when we visit my in laws I need to get well into the garage to get power.

In our last Class C we would pull into the space...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-08-2013, 06:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,761
Posted By Alan17
Try eBay. You can usually find an RV extension...

Try eBay. You can usually find an RV extension cord there much cheaper. I always carry one as I have found that in some places I need to be in a different position to get a better view and not be...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-08-2013, 04:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,053
Posted By Alan17
So the next question that I would have to ask is...

So the next question that I would have to ask is there a particular brand of peppermint oil that works best and where do you buy it?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-07-2013, 11:58 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,053
Posted By Alan17
When using the peppermint oil is it the smell...

When using the peppermint oil is it the smell that is repelling the mice or do they try to eat it and then die?
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 03-06-2013, 10:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,051
Posted By Alan17
If you are planning to overnight along the way I...

If you are planning to overnight along the way I would recommend the sea perch rv resort (Home - Sea Perch RV Resort - oregon rv park,oregon rv resort,oregon coast vacation rentals,oregon coast...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-02-2013, 09:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,520
Posted By Alan17
I'm lucky to put 3000 miles on my Moho in a year...

I'm lucky to put 3000 miles on my Moho in a year and would not sweet going a bit over 3000 if I did. With that said, I always change out my oil and filter annually.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-24-2013, 11:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 750
Posted By Alan17
On mine it was simple; 1. Remove the 4...

On mine it was simple;

1. Remove the 4 screws that hold the wooden face frame on. They may have wood plugs covering the screws so you may need to pry the plugs out to get to the screws. Once you...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-23-2013, 10:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,499
Posted By Alan17
Our Motor Home is really special as it left the...

Our Motor Home is really special as it left the factory new with 3 names proudly displayed around the exterior.

WINNEBAGO
ITASCA
SUNCRUISER

:rofl: :2funny: :rofl:
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-17-2013, 01:50 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,823
Posted By Alan17
After you get it installed and drive it a bit...

After you get it installed and drive it a bit please post back and let us know how it worked or you.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-07-2013, 11:37 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,823
Posted By Alan17
SteerSafe

Do search in this forum for "steering stabilizer" you will find a ton of information on this subject.

I personally put the SteerSafe unit on our MH and highly recommend it. Check out the link...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-03-2013, 09:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,288
Posted By Alan17
I have a 95 Suncruiser P30 454. When we picked...

I have a 95 Suncruiser P30 454. When we picked up our Suncrusier from the dealer last year I got hit by a blast of side wind and in a blink of an eye we were out of our lane onto the shoulder.
I...
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