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Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-07-2009, 08:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,056
Posted By Tagalong
How much caulking

RKL, check out my post on "Caulking" in this forum thread. I used one and a half tubes of caulking per side filling the "J" Channels. Measuring 1/4" of caulking is difficult. It's easier to use the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-07-2009, 05:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,664
Posted By Tagalong
Roof "J" Channel caulking

NCTom, I just completed recaulking both roof to Ext. Walll "J" Channels. I used a PL Polyurethane 50 year caulk from Lowe's. Each side took me just under four hours from beginning to end. I used a...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-20-2009, 06:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,028
Posted By Tagalong
Thank you KTB. This product does sound very good....

Thank you KTB. This product does sound very good. However, I purchased the tires back in May. I also learned that Michelin does not recommend any internal product be used in their products. I'll...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-01-2009, 09:22 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,073
Posted By Tagalong
Driving on the larger XRV 255 tires

Many of you may recall my post: Follow-up to tire purchase and tire balancing (https://www.irv2.com/forums/f101/follow-up-to-tire-purchase-and-tire-balancing-52130.html) well, here is how they ride....
Forum: Forum 101 | Announcements | Forum Concerns 05-12-2009, 10:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 648
Posted By Tagalong
Of course!!!! :facepalm: We do that all the time....

Of course!!!! :facepalm: We do that all the time. Thanks for the "dope slap!"
Tagalong
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-12-2009, 09:15 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,349
Posted By Tagalong
Follow-up to tire purchase and tire balancing

Some of you may recall I began sometime last year to post about purchasing larger tires for our 34H Journey. I also, recently posted a question about the various tire balancing methods in use today....
Forum: Forum 101 | Announcements | Forum Concerns 05-12-2009, 07:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 648
Posted By Tagalong
TXiceman, Thanks, you need to Log in so you can...

TXiceman,
Thanks, you need to Log in so you can post and reply on these forums, which I did both time. I think it has to do with the duration of time it takes to write a post. Your suggestion of...
Forum: Forum 101 | Announcements | Forum Concerns 05-12-2009, 06:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 648
Posted By Tagalong
Help! Trouble posting to a thread!

What am I doing wrong? I've just written a lenghty post, two times, because when I hit "preview post" the screen went to a "Log in" screen and my posts were gone!:banghead:
Tagalong
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-06-2009, 07:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,028
Posted By Tagalong
Thank you one and all. Now I have some homework...

Thank you one and all. Now I have some homework to follow up on.
Once I have the new tires and all the balancing done I'll post a few thoughts on how it all works.
Tagalong
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-02-2009, 12:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,028
Posted By Tagalong
New tire balancing?

I posted last year about purchasing larger tires for our '03 34H Journey. Our purchase was between the Goodyear G670's and 255/80X22.5 Michelins. (We currently have 235/80X22.5.) [Side note: I am...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-25-2008, 04:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,871
Posted By Tagalong
WOW! Thank you one and all. Great posts and...

WOW! Thank you one and all. Great posts and information. I had a feeling Tengo is not all it says it is! This is the worst service we've had over the past two years.
I'm emailing this via my cell...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-24-2008, 05:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,871
Posted By Tagalong
Anyone else having problems with Tengo Service? ...

Anyone else having problems with Tengo Service?
We're at a campground in FL and so far this year we've had a great deal of bad (if any) connections. I'm beginning to think this is par for the course...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-24-2008, 05:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,871
Posted By Tagalong
Anyone else having problems with Tengo Service? ...

Anyone else having problems with Tengo Service?
We're at a campground in FL and so far this year we've had a great deal of bad (if any) connections. I'm beginning to think this is par for the course...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 10-01-2008, 06:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,623
Posted By Tagalong
I recently installed KONI FSD shocks on our...

I recently installed KONI FSD shocks on our Journey and the handling is much improved. Riding over expansion joints are still a jarring experince. The new Koni's did "soften" the ride a tiny bit....
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-16-2008, 04:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,096
Posted By Tagalong
We had one done last May, it cost just over...

We had one done last May, it cost just over $1,100.00.
A big chunk of that was the TranSynd tranny fluid.
Tagalong
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-11-2008, 03:48 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,625
Posted By Tagalong
'03 Journey shock replacement, continued Some...

'03 Journey shock replacement, continued
Some of you may recall my post seeking a recommendation for shock replacement ('03 Journey shock replacement). Well, we purchased the Koni FSD shocks for the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-11-2008, 03:48 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,625
Posted By Tagalong
'03 Journey shock replacement, continued Some...

'03 Journey shock replacement, continued
Some of you may recall my post seeking a recommendation for shock replacement ('03 Journey shock replacement). Well, we purchased the Koni FSD shocks for the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-11-2008, 03:44 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,901
Posted By Tagalong
Wow, am I glad to see this post! I've been yakin'...

Wow, am I glad to see this post! I've been yakin' about our Journey and harsh ride from the day we bought it in May '03. Just last week I went to the Koni FSD shocks and I didn't notice much...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-05-2008, 05:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,648
Posted By Tagalong
Thanks RKL, another "vote" for the Michelin...

Thanks RKL, another "vote" for the Michelin XZA-1's. I'll check them out.
NeilV good point to be aware of. While at the Goodyear dealer checking out tire prices, when discussing balancing, he asked...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-05-2008, 03:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,648
Posted By Tagalong
This is really getting interesting! Chris, I'm...

This is really getting interesting! Chris, I'm iterested in what you have to say. I'm not maxed out on my 34H GVWR but I want to get into a larger tire for the ride. Given the smaller size of our...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-05-2008, 10:49 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,648
Posted By Tagalong
Wow, you guys are giving me all kinds of...

Wow, you guys are giving me all kinds of suggestions to consider! I'm glad I posted this months before we actually sit down to make an order for tires.
Bellsharbor, thanks for another "vote" for the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-04-2008, 05:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,073
Posted By Tagalong
RCtime, we have a 34H '03 Journey and we too...

RCtime, we have a 34H '03 Journey and we too noticed we were well under the GVWR. We have not four corner weight checked it, but all seems to be just fine going down the road. We too enjoy our LITTLE...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-04-2008, 04:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,648
Posted By Tagalong
Thanks smlranger and blucrabbie. We'll deal with...

Thanks smlranger and blucrabbie. We'll deal with the price, it's a lot cheaper than a new coach! At least judging from the price both of you paid, the price is pretty much standardized. I want to get...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-04-2008, 12:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,648
Posted By Tagalong
Next Spring we plan to replace our Journey tires....

Next Spring we plan to replace our Journey tires. In an earlier post I've been told the G670 tires from Goodyear should be considered.
I just went to a Goodyear dealer to get some info. The one...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-04-2008, 12:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,648
Posted By Tagalong
Next Spring we plan to replace our Journey tires....

Next Spring we plan to replace our Journey tires. In an earlier post I've been told the G670 tires from Goodyear should be considered.
I just went to a Goodyear dealer to get some info. The one...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-25-2008, 05:37 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,947
Posted By Tagalong
gmanatl, I agree all of the aftermarket air...

gmanatl,
I agree all of the aftermarket air limiting systems will help the porposing, wallowing, wind thrusts and handling but they do not dampen wheel jounce and rebound.
I should mention that...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-25-2008, 02:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,947
Posted By Tagalong
Wagonmaster2, I'll be glad to post a report...

Wagonmaster2,
I'll be glad to post a report when we get to do a test ride. I had a great email conversation with "Pam" at Koni and she was extrememly helpful and suggested I speak with their HD Tech...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-24-2008, 12:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,947
Posted By Tagalong
I just ordered front and rear Koni shocks (p/n...

I just ordered front and rear Koni shocks (p/n Front: 8805-1020 FSD, Rear: 8805-1022 FSD) for the Journey. We should receive them sometime next week and I hope to install them soon after that. I'll...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-24-2008, 03:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,947
Posted By Tagalong
Wagonmaster2, you're absolutely correct about the...

Wagonmaster2, you're absolutely correct about the tire pressure and harsh ride. I've adjusted my tire pressure and it helped a great deal. About four years ago I managed to get the Eastern Tech Rep...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-23-2008, 02:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,947
Posted By Tagalong
Aha! Now that's the kind of info I'm looking for....

Aha! Now that's the kind of info I'm looking for.
Thanks Harry,
Dave
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-23-2008, 01:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,947
Posted By Tagalong
Thanks Harry, but I'm more concerned about harsh...

Thanks Harry, but I'm more concerned about harsh wheel bounce over road imperfections. I'm trying to control how the wheels absorb road shock. I'm focusing mainly on the shocks. I've heard lots about...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-23-2008, 10:39 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,947
Posted By Tagalong
Thanks Norm. I'll check them out. Dave

Thanks Norm.
I'll check them out.
Dave
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-23-2008, 09:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,947
Posted By Tagalong
Wow! That sounds like a major improvement. I'll...

Wow! That sounds like a major improvement. I'll check out Koni shocks.
Thanks,
Dave
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-23-2008, 06:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,947
Posted By Tagalong
I'd like to hear from (air bag suspension) coach...

I'd like to hear from (air bag suspension) coach owners who have replaced their OEM shocks either with OEM shocks or aftermarket shocks. Has the ride (bounce and jounce) changed for the better...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-23-2008, 06:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,947
Posted By Tagalong
I'd like to hear from (air bag suspension) coach...

I'd like to hear from (air bag suspension) coach owners who have replaced their OEM shocks either with OEM shocks or aftermarket shocks. Has the ride (bounce and jounce) changed for the better...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-22-2008, 05:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,177
Posted By Tagalong
Thanks for the info folks! The result of our...

Thanks for the info folks! The result of our alternator service is that it was shorted out. The alternator was badly affected by the two trips south in the middle of a New England winter! The salt...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-21-2008, 03:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,177
Posted By Tagalong
We're sitting here at Lazydays waiting to have...

We're sitting here at Lazydays waiting to have our second alternator replaced! Is anyone else having this ongoing problem? What gives? Are the alternators they're using on the '03 Journeys "lemons"...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-21-2008, 03:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,177
Posted By Tagalong
We're sitting here at Lazydays waiting to have...

We're sitting here at Lazydays waiting to have our second alternator replaced! Is anyone else having this ongoing problem? What gives? Are the alternators they're using on the '03 Journeys "lemons"...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-31-2008, 08:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,183
Posted By Tagalong
Great responses everyone! Thanks for all the...

Great responses everyone! Thanks for all the info. I'll certainly look into the Goodyears.
I realize the rated GVWR will not change due to a tire size increas. I'm not interested in increasing the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-30-2008, 05:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,183
Posted By Tagalong
Our '03 34H Journey has 235/80R 22.5 tires. In...

Our '03 34H Journey has 235/80R 22.5 tires. In another year or so we'll be looking at replacement tires and I'm wondering if I can go up in size to either a 245 or 255 tire. I know this would mean...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-30-2008, 05:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,183
Posted By Tagalong
Our '03 34H Journey has 235/80R 22.5 tires. In...

Our '03 34H Journey has 235/80R 22.5 tires. In another year or so we'll be looking at replacement tires and I'm wondering if I can go up in size to either a 245 or 255 tire. I know this would mean...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-08-2007, 10:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,320
Posted By Tagalong
Hi Joe, The first time I restrung a shade I did...

Hi Joe,
The first time I restrung a shade I did it on the floor. This time I did it on a table and it was noticably easier to do on the table!! The Winnebago string seems pretty strong and will hold...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-07-2007, 05:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,320
Posted By Tagalong
RKL you can bet that once I've used up the 4oo'...

RKL you can bet that once I've used up the 4oo' roll of shade string Winnebago gave me I'll be buying that 50# test poly fish line!
Thanks,
Dave
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-07-2007, 11:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,320
Posted By Tagalong
FYI Joe, I completed the restringing this...

FYI Joe, I completed the restringing this afternoon and it went without a hitch. Your suggestion was perfect. I just matched the longest line that was unbroken on one side and that did it! I did find...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-07-2007, 07:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,320
Posted By Tagalong
Thanks Jim, that link is where I got the 1/2inch...

Thanks Jim, that link is where I got the 1/2inch extra length. But, the real issue is what Joe talks about, i.e. the criss/cross run takes much more string. Especially when you need to slide out the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-07-2007, 05:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,320
Posted By Tagalong
I've already restrung one of our shades and found...

I've already restrung one of our shades and found it to be relatively easy. Now, I've got to restring another one! With the first one Winnebago gave me enough string to restring just one shade. Now I...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-07-2007, 05:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,320
Posted By Tagalong
I've already restrung one of our shades and found...

I've already restrung one of our shades and found it to be relatively easy. Now, I've got to restring another one! With the first one Winnebago gave me enough string to restring just one shade. Now I...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-03-2007, 03:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 885
Posted By Tagalong
Your secret's out John! Congratulations, you've...

Your secret's out John! Congratulations, you've been published!! I'm sure many others will chime in to complement and comment on the outstanding article in the "Winnebago Traveling Times" of you and...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-03-2007, 03:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 885
Posted By Tagalong
Your secret's out John! Congratulations, you've...

Your secret's out John! Congratulations, you've been published!! I'm sure many others will chime in to complement and comment on the outstanding article in the "Winnebago Traveling Times" of you and...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-01-2007, 01:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 855
Posted By Tagalong
You're right Bob, how many times have I knocked...

You're right Bob, how many times have I knocked off the lens when moving stuff about in the compartments!
Thanks,
Dave
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