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Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 04-01-2023, 04:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,729
Posted By Dan_S
Awning replacement material, vinyl or acrylic?

Replacing A & E Dometic awning. Any pros or cons with the different materials?
Shadepro has both. Tough Top only HD vinyl.

Wondering if the vinyl will roll up or be too stiff.

Thanks
Dan
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-02-2022, 07:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,903
Posted By Dan_S
I just did mine yesterday. Was able to wrestle...

I just did mine yesterday. Was able to wrestle the cable up through the hole using a flat screwdriver and needle nose pliers. Held the cable snug and pushed down with screwdriver on the cable under...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-13-2021, 10:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,334
Posted By Dan_S
I also had this problem after mechanic replaced...

I also had this problem after mechanic replaced the motor. There is a pin that inserts into the drive gear on the motor and fits into a hole on the gear box to keep it tightly engaged with the driven...
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 11-06-2020, 03:16 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 7,946
Posted By Dan_S
Ya, I think that about covers it! I'm installing...

Ya, I think that about covers it! I'm installing a fomoto valve next time!
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 04-15-2020, 08:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,715
Posted By Dan_S
Will you be posting the security cam video?:laugh:

Will you be posting the security cam video?:laugh:
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-04-2020, 08:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,803
Posted By Dan_S
Update: charged the batteries, found the...

Update: charged the batteries, found the fuse/breakers. On our Winnebago they are above the LP tank along with the breakers for the slide-outs.
Hard to tell the status, just cycled them all.
After...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-24-2020, 10:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,803
Posted By Dan_S
Thank you, that was a great video. Dan

Thank you, that was a great video.
Dan
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-23-2020, 05:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,803
Posted By Dan_S
Steve, I have the same issue today. I did notice...

Steve, I have the same issue today. I did notice my batteries were low, just pulled it out of storage Sat. I just plugged it in to see if they will charge over night. I haven't checked the breakers...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-17-2019, 03:54 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 509
Posted By Dan_S
'J' channel failure

I posted this in the other forum.
Forum tools not as good there imo.

Another J channel failure!
While washing the coach, I noticed the J channel at the end of the drivers side slide appeared...
Forum: Just Conversation 05-05-2019, 06:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 569
Posted By Dan_S
My 1st build of the year is coming up June 2nd....

My 1st build of the year is coming up June 2nd. Doing 3 builds this summer. Did 2 last year and enjoyed them both! Also did a couple of shifts locally this past winter.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 03-31-2019, 06:48 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,797
Posted By Dan_S
Just launched Copilot, haven't used it since last...

Just launched Copilot, haven't used it since last fall.
It wants to install new version. Says my currant version will not be updated. Plotted a new trip with my old version, seems to work. Will...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-15-2019, 07:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,019
Posted By Dan_S
Sorry- should be 33c. Although it is 34ft.

Sorry- should be 33c. Although it is 34ft.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-08-2019, 07:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,019
Posted By Dan_S
Rich We have a 2010 Sightseer 34c on a Ford f53...

Rich
We have a 2010 Sightseer 34c on a Ford f53 v10. Have been very happy with it. Seams to be put together very well. Would not hesitate to get another.
Dan
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-23-2018, 05:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 497
Posted By Dan_S
I have done two Habitat for Humanity builds, 2...

I have done two Habitat for Humanity builds, 2 weeks each with 'RV Care-A-Vanners' . This time of year they are all down south- FL, TX, NM. Have signed up for 1 in MN next July & looking for a couple...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-11-2018, 09:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,405
Posted By Dan_S
Ours is stored in a farm building open on 1 side...

Ours is stored in a farm building open on 1 side with a clean raked sand floor next to a corn field. So far this has worked for us:

1) Fresh Cab inside placed in 4-5 spots around the floor, I just...
Forum: Workkamping & Volunteering 10-22-2018, 07:17 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 15,079
Posted By Dan_S
I have done 2 builds this past summer/fall,...

I have done 2 builds this past summer/fall, Princeton, MN & Lawrence, KS. Have signed up for 1 next July. Hoping to find another 1 or 2 for next summer. Great experience and great people. Volunteered...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-07-2018, 08:31 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 13,230
Posted By Dan_S
And you would be ok with that????

And you would be ok with that????
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 08-15-2018, 05:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,125
Posted By Dan_S
Update Good morning RVers After digging...

Update
Good morning RVers
After digging deeper into the manual, discovered there is more to the disconnect switch.
It has a low voltage disconnect built in to prevent draining batteries. The...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 08-14-2018, 01:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,125
Posted By Dan_S
Battery disconnect switch ?

Tried this in the Winnebago forum with no response– will try it here:

Hi all
2010 Winnebago Sightseer V-10.
For some reason my chassis battery disconnect switch will shut off power to the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-13-2018, 02:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 477
Posted By Dan_S
Chassis bat. disconnect swithch ?

Hi all
2010 Winnebago Sightseer V-10.
For some reason my chassis battery disconnect switch will shut off power to the chassis after sitting un-touched for 5-7 days.
This is something I noticed...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-17-2018, 11:26 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 27,852
Posted By Dan_S
How quickly we forget the days of changing plugs...

How quickly we forget the days of changing plugs every 12000 - 18000 miles, smog warnings, increased respiratory decease, people stuck in doors because of air quality warnings.
Ya, EPA is really...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-25-2018, 07:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,147
Posted By Dan_S
Twinboat I was looking at a toad w/o steering...

Twinboat
I was looking at a toad w/o steering lock. I have a Demco so I called & asked. They said I should always use a strap ( which they happen to sell ) to secure the steering. I also asked about...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 06-23-2018, 07:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,287
Posted By Dan_S
If you are still on 35 near Cameron MO. Wallace...

If you are still on 35 near Cameron MO. Wallace St park is excellent! Stopped there for a night on return from Branson to TC last month.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 06-15-2018, 06:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,361
Posted By Dan_S
I don't know how it could work offline unless it...

I don't know how it could work offline unless it had everything including camp grounds, roads, points of interest, etc. with updates downloaded.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-15-2018, 05:47 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,586
Posted By Dan_S
Nice job- Not. If you are tired of the thread why...

Nice job- Not. If you are tired of the thread why not just move on instead of trying to wreck for others?
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-08-2018, 09:44 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,804
Posted By Dan_S
I do not think wipes should be flushed in an RV...

I do not think wipes should be flushed in an RV or at home- septic or municipal system. May even say so on the package.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-02-2018, 02:58 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,786
Posted By Dan_S
Agree RV paper a myth! You are not treating...

Agree RV paper a myth!
You are not treating your waste, just storing it.
However, I do not by the extra strong version as it does not break down as fast.
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 05-24-2018, 06:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,086
Posted By Dan_S
Our 2010 Winnebago has both house & chassis...

Our 2010 Winnebago has both house & chassis disconnect. When I use them during storage, the memory gets erased. The radio stations gone and, the shift points in the computer need to be re-learned....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-08-2018, 08:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,827
Posted By Dan_S
Try 'magnadyne rv' they may have a new radio and...

Try 'magnadyne rv' they may have a new radio and custom plug to match what you need.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 04-28-2018, 05:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,931
Posted By Dan_S
Davey I am also new to Co Pilot. I have it on a...

Davey
I am also new to Co Pilot. I have it on a Samsung tablet. I believe it has built in GPS ( maybe? ). Just learning. On my tablet when I try to drag to adjust the route it always zooms way out...
Forum: Solo RV'ers 04-22-2018, 06:57 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 15,413
Posted By Dan_S
This is a hard one for me. I'm on my 1st night...

This is a hard one for me. I'm on my 1st night out on trail run after storage to check everything. Have trip to Nashville, Memphis, & Brandon in couple weeks. Lost my honey of 47yrs 2 months ago....
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 04-15-2018, 10:20 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 544
Posted By Dan_S
Should be fine. A lot of small towns. Getting...

Should be fine. A lot of small towns. Getting through St. Cloud may and be a little slow. Not the smoothest between Millaca and Hinckly. Casino at Hinckly has nice CG.
Dan
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-20-2018, 07:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,059
Posted By Dan_S
Where is this bridge? They should hang some...

Where is this bridge? They should hang some streamers from a cable across the road a 100' before the bridge.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 03-18-2018, 05:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 952
Posted By Dan_S
X3 on the PorterCable. Plenty of pressure and...

X3 on the PorterCable. Plenty of pressure and volume. Good price from CCM.
Forum: Just Conversation 03-18-2018, 04:48 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,799
Posted By Dan_S
Chuck Sorry for your loss. My DW of 47 years...

Chuck
Sorry for your loss. My DW of 47 years passed unexpectedly on Feb 20 2018, only 64. I am scheduled to retire in 2 weeks Mar 30th. Not as excited about it now. We had plans for a lot of ...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-16-2018, 12:01 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,703
Posted By Dan_S
nothermark ,talk about slamming someone just...

nothermark ,talk about slamming someone just asking for a little help

"It sounds like the OP wants some kind of magic hand wave that fixes the problem."

If this is so easy to figure out it...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-16-2018, 05:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 723
Posted By Dan_S
Ray, Black Hills / Mt Rushmore / Custer /...

Ray, Black Hills / Mt Rushmore / Custer / Deadwood are fun.
Loveland CO. is a great town. Estes park and The Stanley Hotel are worth the drive up the mt.
Dan
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-08-2018, 06:47 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,713
Posted By Dan_S
One of the brands I've looking at is Dunlop. They...

One of the brands I've looking at is Dunlop. They are owned and made by Goodyear. Probably on the same line, 245/70 R19.5s. Local tire guy recommends them.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-07-2018, 05:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,132
Posted By Dan_S
On my 2010 Sightseer, I only have '1' valve...

On my 2010 Sightseer, I only have '1' valve instead of the normal ( I think ) '2' valves. It is a very poor system imho. When flushing and winterizing, I still get anti-freeze in the water heater....
Forum: Just Conversation 02-15-2018, 05:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,932
Posted By Dan_S
Timjet Then why not name them. If you are...

Timjet
Then why not name them.
If you are just ranting, what's the point?
Naming them would maybe change their behavior, or at least warn others.
Dan
Forum: Just Conversation 01-28-2018, 05:20 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 26,549
Posted By Dan_S
Bubonic plague! Seriously? First off a little...

Bubonic plague! Seriously? First off a little attitude adjustment with your boot would probably work with the chihuahua. As far as the cat goes, she could probably kick the dogs rear without breaking...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 01-28-2018, 07:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,912
Posted By Dan_S
On my 2010 Winnebago the rear brakes are disc not...

On my 2010 Winnebago the rear brakes are disc not drum
Forum: Just Conversation 01-27-2018, 07:02 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 26,549
Posted By Dan_S
Dwhit Wow a chihuahua! You must have been...

Dwhit
Wow a chihuahua! You must have been really tramatized! Took 2 20ga shots to stop him.
Hope you got some counciling to help you through your ordeal.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 01-21-2018, 09:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 816
Posted By Dan_S
Just a follow up ? on Lock A. We have booked a...

Just a follow up ? on Lock A. We have booked a spot for 2nd week in May. Is spring flooding the norm down there? So far we do not have much snow up in MN for spring flooding down stream. But Feb and...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 01-18-2018, 04:13 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,736
Posted By Dan_S
Steve We were in SD Black Hills mid May 2016. A...

Steve
We were in SD Black Hills mid May 2016. A little cool at night, warmed up during the day. A lot of campgrounds do not open till May 1st in the north. When we get April snow in MN it's gone in...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 01-07-2018, 02:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,846
Posted By Dan_S
Will do Patrick. I used to work on barges when I...

Will do Patrick. I used to work on barges when I was young up in St Paul MN. Nice way to spend a summer.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 01-07-2018, 12:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,846
Posted By Dan_S
We are heading there in May. Staying at Lock A....

We are heading there in May. Staying at Lock A. Then on to Tom Sawyer at Memphis then Branson. Hope the river doesn't flood too bad!
Forum: Just Conversation 01-01-2018, 07:46 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 26,549
Posted By Dan_S
Forkyfork Just looking through some old...

Forkyfork
Just looking through some old threads.
Did you ever get a final resolution to the dog problem? Hope it all ended well. Nobody needs a neighbor like that.
Dan
Forum: Just Conversation 12-28-2017, 05:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,949
Posted By Dan_S
I watched part of it last night. Two couples were...

I watched part of it last night. Two couples were looking at a high end unit, not happy about only one bedroom.
Ended up buying 2 really plush Entegra Anthems I think!
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 12-26-2017, 09:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 816
Posted By Dan_S
Hywy 61 S along the river?

Hi all
Heading to the Nashville area from the Twin Cities, MN in May.Would prefer to stay off the freeway. Thinking of Hywy 61 down to Davenport, IA and eventually heading east to Nashville, then...
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