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Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 02-02-2023, 01:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 311
Posted By aiken rver
Please make the mobile GPS app rotate (Horizontal)

I would really like the mobile RV Life GPS to rotate on the iPhone app.

I have used RVTrip Wizard ever since it became available and think it is the best planning tool out there. Must say though...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-01-2023, 06:55 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 232
Posted By aiken rver
2012 Bay Star questions

We just purchased a new to us 2012 Newmar Bay Star 3305 and I have several questions.



How do I remove the ceiling Puck Fixtures. I know it is mounted with two "mouse trap" springs, but...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-02-2021, 09:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,895
Posted By aiken rver
I've used TireTraker for 8 years. First on my...

I've used TireTraker for 8 years. First on my 5th wheel and know on my MH. Twice they alerted me with my 5th wheel. Once in rush hour traffic in Houston (hi temp) and once on the open road with a...
Forum: Cummins Engines 05-05-2021, 09:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 713
Posted By aiken rver
Thanks to everyone for the info.

Thanks to everyone for the info.
Forum: Cummins Engines 05-05-2021, 07:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 713
Posted By aiken rver
Fuel/Water separator

I have a 2014 ILS-9 380 HP Cummins engine. When I open the drain valve on the fuel/water separator there is a constant stream of what appears to be clean diesel fuel. Is this normal?



Fuel...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 01-05-2021, 08:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,912
Posted By aiken rver
Often times the road to the rv parks are dirt....

Often times the road to the rv parks are dirt. Try turning that restriction off and see what happens.
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 01-04-2021, 11:56 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,912
Posted By aiken rver
I received a response from RVLife concerning not...

I received a response from RVLife concerning not seeing my RVTW trips in RVLife. I needed to logout of the app and login again. I logged out, closed the app, opened the app, and logged in. My...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 01-04-2021, 10:50 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,912
Posted By aiken rver
Doesn't look like you are doing anything wrong. ...

Doesn't look like you are doing anything wrong. I just tried RVLife on my android phone and I can not find anyway to access my trips in RVTW. I have used both of these apps pretty much from their...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-26-2020, 09:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,504
Posted By aiken rver
Thanks for the tip. Mine are held on with a 3...

Thanks for the tip. Mine are held on with a 3 bolts and nuts. The bolts are in a channel in the trim. One bolt has fallen out of the channel. Looks like it was lightly held with some sealer. I...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 09-25-2020, 09:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,301
Posted By aiken rver
Yeah, and horses and Conestoga wagons. If you...

Yeah, and horses and Conestoga wagons. If you have a towed it does feel like a football field is required to turn around since you can't back up.

Just sayin...:wavey:
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-25-2020, 09:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,504
Posted By aiken rver
Thanks. I figured it would pull off, but wasn't...

Thanks. I figured it would pull off, but wasn't sure if that was really the right way. My real concern is getting it back on. I don't know if it will press back in or slides into a track like the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-25-2020, 08:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,504
Posted By aiken rver
Thanks for the video. The windshield has been...

Thanks for the video. The windshield has been replaced twice for rock dings. Started leaking about a year after the last replacement. Hopefully I won't have the rust. The video is of the older 2...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-24-2020, 08:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,504
Posted By aiken rver
Upper Windshield Molding Removal

I have a 2015 40R with a leak in windshield. Does the black rubber trim at the top pull off or slide off? Even more importantly, how do I get it back on. I will be hiring a Handyman to do the work...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 08-24-2020, 08:30 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,667
Posted By aiken rver
Thank you Sue46 for the "I" suggestion. All the...

Thank you Sue46 for the "I" suggestion. All the years of using this program I never scrolled down and saw the added information!
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 06-20-2020, 07:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 943
Posted By aiken rver
The RV Trip wizard does have the ability to...

The RV Trip wizard does have the ability to export to GPS units, but most units will only use the actual trip points and do their own calculation for how to get to the points. Sometimes it is...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 06-01-2020, 07:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,570
Posted By aiken rver
Two finger doesn't work. Dragging in Google maps...

Two finger doesn't work. Dragging in Google maps does work one or two fingers. Also in Google Maps pinching/expanding does just the map not everything on the screen. I don't have a problem with...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 06-01-2020, 05:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,570
Posted By aiken rver
That is how mine works also. I don't know if...

That is how mine works also. I don't know if earlier versions worked this way or not. I don't remember using the touchscreen to drag the map. Works this way with Edge, Firefox, and Chrome.
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 05-22-2020, 06:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,112
Posted By aiken rver
That is a function of Settings in your browser. ...

That is a function of Settings in your browser. If you go Settings in your Chrome browser you will see Passwords. Click on it and you should be able to set it to ask to save passwords and to...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-22-2020, 07:47 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,049
Posted By aiken rver
My units will do exactly what you describe when...

My units will do exactly what you describe when the outside air is around 42 or lower. This is normal. Sometimes one or the other might run for a little while and then shut off the compressor. ...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-21-2020, 06:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,152
Posted By aiken rver
Confusion about the PUC. When I call At&t does...

Confusion about the PUC. When I call At&t does the sim need to be in the Mobley or the Alcatel? Which IMEI number do I use the Mobley or the Alcatel?
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-17-2020, 07:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 433
Posted By aiken rver
Is it locked up ON or OFF? If ON, are both...

Is it locked up ON or OFF? If ON, are both screens ON or just the big screen? I doubt that is is the screen itself but rather the power source going to the main unit mounted in the center console...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-07-2020, 08:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 619
Posted By aiken rver
I can attest that the cabinets are solid wood,...

I can attest that the cabinets are solid wood, having damaged the drivers side kitchen cabinet on our 2015 40R. We use ours a lot for attending dog-agility shows around the southeast. Have 42,000...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 02-05-2020, 11:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,319
Posted By aiken rver
Sue, I spent some time working with this...

Sue,

I spent some time working with this today and could not duplicate my own complaint! Not sure what we were doing wrong the other times but even in airplane mode the app had my trips file and...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 02-04-2020, 09:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,319
Posted By aiken rver
The rub is that even if you have downloaded the...

The rub is that even if you have downloaded the maps you must have internet to START the trip. On two occasions I have been unable to use the app until I finally reached a location with cell phone...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 02-02-2020, 09:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,319
Posted By aiken rver
RV Life GPS Trip file

Is there a way of downloading the Trips database? Twice I have been unable to use a saved RVTW trip because I had no internet available to select the trip. Having the maps downloaded is great if...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 01-26-2020, 10:08 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 30,255
Posted By aiken rver
Thanks. I purchased it when first available not...

Thanks. I purchased it when first available not knowing it did not work on Android. As best I know it did not update. Will look into that. My tablet is not the best. It is a Samsung Galaxy Tab...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 01-26-2020, 09:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 728
Posted By aiken rver
Just to be clear, I'm pretty sure the radius...

Just to be clear, I'm pretty sure the radius circles are always as the crow flies, never actual miles, even if a route is shown. I think the mileage shown in the pop up box for a poi/park is actual...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 01-26-2020, 09:37 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 30,255
Posted By aiken rver
I know this is an old thread, but is RV Life GPS...

I know this is an old thread, but is RV Life GPS working on Android turn-by-turn yet. I tried it on a Samsung Tablet and it crashed. Before I delve into the problem just wanted to be sure it is...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 01-10-2020, 07:17 AM
Replies: 427
Views: 99,463
Posted By aiken rver
I have found many programs seem to behave oddly...

I have found many programs seem to behave oddly if I don't shut my laptop down completely once in a while. Chrome seems to be especially susceptible to this. Probably some kind of memory leak which...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 12-31-2019, 06:46 AM
Replies: 427
Views: 99,463
Posted By aiken rver
Are you clicking on "Save Trip Settings" at the...

Are you clicking on "Save Trip Settings" at the bottom of the screen after making your change?
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 12-30-2019, 06:09 AM
Replies: 427
Views: 99,463
Posted By aiken rver
When you change anything in the default settings...

When you change anything in the default settings it does not ripple through your existing trips, only new trips from that point forward. You must change the individually saved trips with the trip...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 12-13-2019, 06:41 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,282
Posted By aiken rver
Are you using a desktop, laptop, phone, or...

Are you using a desktop, laptop, phone, or tablet? What brand?

I see advice on using mouse buttons but am wondering if you have a mouse.

When dragging it really is necessary to zoom in to be...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-02-2019, 04:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 777
Posted By aiken rver
My heat pumps stop when the outside temp is below...

My heat pumps stop when the outside temp is below about 44. The compressor turns off but the fan keeps running. the compressor will periodically turn on when in this mode so, unless you expect the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-02-2019, 04:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,194
Posted By aiken rver
This problem pops up every winter. Most...

This problem pops up every winter. Most commonly, it is moister in the tank. Find an LP dealer who can inject methanol into your tank and you will probably be good to go. Once injected, it stays...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 11-27-2019, 08:45 PM
Replies: 427
Views: 99,463
Posted By aiken rver
Wow! I have been using this program for years and...

Wow! I have been using this program for years and never noticed that. Thanks.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-21-2019, 08:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 693
Posted By aiken rver
On my 2015 40R they are on the frame on the...

On my 2015 40R they are on the frame on the passenger side. You have to turn the wheel all the way to see them. There are 3. Two together and one separate. Don't remember exactly but think I...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-21-2019, 09:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,279
Posted By aiken rver
Thanks for the responses. On my extension...

Thanks for the responses.

On my extension the Schrader valve has a rod attached to it which is about 4" long. This rod contacts the Schrader valve in the valve stem attached to the rim of the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-20-2019, 07:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,279
Posted By aiken rver
Tire Valve Extension

I have a slooow leak in my one inner dual when using a TPMS. No leak without it. I assume it is the extension which is an airless extension. Does anyone know what brand this is. Not sure if...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-15-2019, 06:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,804
Posted By aiken rver
Thanks for the suggestions. Like Moisheh, the...

Thanks for the suggestions. Like Moisheh, the hitch places I've talked to say no. Blue Ox warns that doing so will lower the towing weight and most shops just won't take that chance. I don't have...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-12-2019, 02:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,804
Posted By aiken rver
Blue Ox BX7445 replacement shank

I have a BX7745 Aventa LX 10K tow bar. I tow a Ford 2015 c-max with a curb weight of 3607 lbs. I would like to replace my shank with a short shank. Blue Ox no longer sells parts for this tow bar. ...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 11-12-2019, 06:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 763
Posted By aiken rver
GPS coordinates should work. I entered ...

GPS coordinates should work. I entered 35.955259, -79.739613 and the correct location was found. When I copied the coordinates from Google Earth it included the degree symbol which I had to...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 11-10-2019, 09:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 921
Posted By aiken rver
I have been asking for an undo for some time but...

I have been asking for an undo for some time but have never seen it in the to-do list. Sure would save a lot of grief!
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 11-10-2019, 09:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 679
Posted By aiken rver
Thanks Sue. Sadly, as someone who used to teach...

Thanks Sue. Sadly, as someone who used to teach Windows years ago, I haven't stayed very current with all the current features. Both of your hints are appreciated.
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 11-07-2019, 05:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,663
Posted By aiken rver
Thanks Sue. Since the box closes as soon as I...

Thanks Sue. Since the box closes as soon as I click on my selection and doesn't update the entered text I didn't try double clicking. It seems to me that it used to remember the selection and...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 11-06-2019, 10:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,663
Posted By aiken rver
Are you doing the trip on a computer, tablet, or...

Are you doing the trip on a computer, tablet, or phone? I have found that for me using a phone just doesn't work because of the lack of information that can be shown. I always use my laptop. That...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-29-2019, 08:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,868
Posted By aiken rver
Thanks! That is exactly right.

Thanks! That is exactly right.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-19-2019, 07:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,868
Posted By aiken rver
Remove trim around slide out

I have a 2015 Journey 40R. Due to my own error I need to remove the SlimRack vertical column and replace some parts. To do this I need to remove a piece of exterior trim running vertically along...
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-01-2019, 08:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,719
Posted By aiken rver
My Cummins dealer did mine when I had it in for...

My Cummins dealer did mine when I had it in for service in June. They have to drop the catalyst to see the serial number to tell if a replacement is needed and if so, which one. My dealer stocks...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-31-2019, 09:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 924
Posted By aiken rver
I would recommend you contact the Velvac support...

I would recommend you contact the Velvac support line. When I spoke with them a few years ago the told me the mirror is glued to the support on motor homes. I recently had the lower retaining clip...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 08-27-2019, 06:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,777
Posted By aiken rver
Be sure to zoom in as much as you can. I find...

Be sure to zoom in as much as you can. I find that most of the time when it does this I am not really on the location I thought. Once I have the waypoint set I zoom in to where I can see the lanes...
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