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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-15-2019, 08:07 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 18,531
Posted By Shanwick
Another vote for the Whirlpool stacked...

Another vote for the Whirlpool stacked washer/dryer. Ours have worked fine for over 11 years now. We are snowbirds and spend 4-5 months a year in Arizona and put the washer/dryer to good use.
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 12-11-2018, 04:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 797
Posted By Shanwick
I took the coach to Camping World last Friday...

I took the coach to Camping World last Friday morning for repair. Pleasant surprise, it was fixed by early afternoon. Turns out that the problem was a bad circuit board. Off to Phoenix tomorrow...
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 12-06-2018, 06:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 797
Posted By Shanwick
Tom, I checked the fuse in the rear closet...

Tom,

I checked the fuse in the rear closet labeled furnace, and just for good measure cycled all the 110 circuit breakers off, then back on. No help. I'm aware of the access to the furnace as I...
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 12-05-2018, 06:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 797
Posted By Shanwick
Furnace Inoperative

The furnace in my coach is inop, not trying to start. When I cycle it off then on, nothing happens. Normally the fan comes on right away, then it tries to light. Not today, no fan or lighting...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-22-2018, 07:30 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 12,797
Posted By Shanwick
This is from years of taxi experience with large...

This is from years of taxi experience with large airliners. For what its worth, when going forward, it's not so much where the front wheels are as it is where the rear wheels will be. Don't start...
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 08-24-2015, 06:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,251
Posted By Shanwick
I'm pretty sure the entry door on the Envoy was...

I'm pretty sure the entry door on the Envoy was made by Nappanee Door, at least mine was. I have a 2007 Envoy 40DS04 and the sticker is still on the inside door frame. The entry door on an Envoy is...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-19-2015, 07:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,667
Posted By Shanwick
If you are talking strictly about the area where...

If you are talking strictly about the area where the roof meets the sidewalls, then you don't need a full body repaint if the rest of the coach paint is in good condition. I had paint peeling around...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-26-2014, 03:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,649
Posted By Shanwick
I replaced a Norcold 1200 series with a Samsung...

I replaced a Norcold 1200 series with a Samsung RF197 last year. The Samsung had a cracked ice cube tray. Samsung promptly replaced the entire icemaker unit for free under warranty with no...
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 10-19-2014, 03:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,447
Posted By Shanwick
You're pretty close to Bremen, IN, so you might...

You're pretty close to Bremen, IN, so you might call Paul Conley at Precision Painting & Interiors.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-05-2014, 01:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 982
Posted By Shanwick
There's a Cummins Coach Care in Oak Creek, WI,...

There's a Cummins Coach Care in Oak Creek, WI, just on the south side of Milwaukee. I-94 RV Center is pretty close to you on Russell Road close to the IL-WI border just off I-94. Camping World is...
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 07-19-2014, 06:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,059
Posted By Shanwick
I'll second what Ernie said. Cummins, Spartan,...

I'll second what Ernie said. Cummins, Spartan, And Allison are all still in business. Other parts are common to most any brand of motor home.

If you're located in the Midwest, Precision Painting...
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 07-19-2014, 03:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,059
Posted By Shanwick
I've owned a 2007 Envoy 40 DS04 since it was new,...

I've owned a 2007 Envoy 40 DS04 since it was new, and have had no problems with the windshield, and I don't have X bracing. Bishop and Paul Conley both told me it wasn't needed on the Mountain...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 06-25-2014, 08:20 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 11,165
Posted By Shanwick
I had mine installed last summer. It worked just...

I had mine installed last summer. It worked just fine all winter in Phoenix. Lots more room, and as others have said, cold beer and frozen ice cream, plus lots of ice. What a concept!
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 05-05-2014, 04:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,931
Posted By Shanwick
Dan, I believe the fireplace is made by...

Dan,

I believe the fireplace is made by Dimplex.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-11-2014, 11:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,338
Posted By Shanwick
You might also try Orangewood RV in Surprise, AZ....

You might also try Orangewood RV in Surprise, AZ.
Orangewood RV Center | Surprise, Arizona RV Dealer | Surprise, AZ RV Sales (https://www.orangewoodrv.com/)
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 12-26-2013, 05:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,636
Posted By Shanwick
So far, so good. All the 12 volt stuff is...

So far, so good. All the 12 volt stuff is working. I don't think that I have a permanent fix, but hope it will last 3 more days until I reach Phoenix. The repair man replaced the switch and red...
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 12-26-2013, 02:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,636
Posted By Shanwick
Thanks guys. The solenoid is just like the one...

Thanks guys. The solenoid is just like the one in the upper left in Bobs picture. Thanks Drew for the location, as I had looked at the inverter earlier and didn't see the hinged door.

I have a...
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 12-26-2013, 12:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,636
Posted By Shanwick
Toggling the battery disconnect switch doesn't...

Toggling the battery disconnect switch doesn't seem to do anything. I had my wife operate the switch while I walked around the MH listening for a clicking sound, couldn't hear one. Turning on the...
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 12-26-2013, 11:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,636
Posted By Shanwick
12 Volt Power Loss

I lost all the 12 volt power this morning. Nothing 12 volt works at all, including the slideouts. Therefore, I'm stuck until it gets fixed. Apparently the chassis system works ok, but I can't...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-16-2013, 11:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,078
Posted By Shanwick
The RF197 is still available at several stores. ...

The RF197 is still available at several stores. A quick check showed Abt Electronics and Home Depot have them.

I don't know anything about Al's RV in Yuma, but I've had good service from their...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-01-2013, 04:55 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 16,298
Posted By Shanwick
Camping World in the Chicago area (Wauconda)...

Camping World in the Chicago area (Wauconda) offers the same deal
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 11-22-2013, 02:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,810
Posted By Shanwick
Lou, Your coach and mine are almost...

Lou,

Your coach and mine are almost identical. I had the Samsung installed by Precision Painting this summer and can tell you that I wish I had done it sooner. I lost the lower drawer for the...
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 11-22-2013, 02:15 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,719
Posted By Shanwick
I cannot operate the slides on mine if the engine...

I cannot operate the slides on mine if the engine is running. I cannot start the engine if the slides are out. However, this only applies if the slides are all the way out. If they are partially...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-18-2013, 03:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,894
Posted By Shanwick
I couldn't give mine away either. I ran ads in...

I couldn't give mine away either. I ran ads in the local paper for a couple of weeks prior to having the install done. No takers. Part of my problem in trying to dispose of the Norcold was the...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 11-01-2013, 02:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,850
Posted By Shanwick
If you're on level ground, no need to extend the...

If you're on level ground, no need to extend the jacks to put the slides out. If you're going to use the jacks, the big thing with the Equalizer system (if you used autolevel when extending the...
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 10-29-2013, 01:08 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 20,995
Posted By Shanwick
I always found it amazing to be approaching 30W...

I always found it amazing to be approaching 30W in your brand new, shiny, latest and greatest air machine with computer driven everything, and still trying to call ATC on a HF radio.

Most...
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 10-28-2013, 02:09 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 20,995
Posted By Shanwick
I might as well jump in here. I'm a retired AA...

I might as well jump in here. I'm a retired AA Captain, flew 707, 727, DC10, 757, 767, and retired 9 years ago on the 777.

Another nice museum to visit is the Glenn Curtiss Museum in...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-28-2013, 01:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,039
Posted By Shanwick
Most people have a 8000 or 10,000 grain unit,...

Most people have a 8000 or 10,000 grain unit, which works fine in most situations. I have a On The Go Standard unit (8000 grain), and when in Phoenix during the winter, regenerate every 7-10 days. ...
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 10-23-2013, 02:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,646
Posted By Shanwick
I've got a 07 Envoy that I bought new in Dec. of...

I've got a 07 Envoy that I bought new in Dec. of 2006. It is always outside, including 4 months in Phoenix every winter. It is now in a body shop having the front and rear caps clear coat redone,...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-18-2013, 04:23 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,086
Posted By Shanwick
I'm also thinking of using a L bracket and pin to...

I'm also thinking of using a L bracket and pin to secure the freezer drawer. Is it safe to drill most anywhere on the top surface of the freezer drawer, or are there areas to avoid?
Forum: Travel Supreme Owner's Forum 04-08-2013, 03:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,274
Posted By Shanwick
The fireplace is a Dimplex.

The fireplace is a Dimplex.
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-05-2009, 04:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 13,725
Posted By Shanwick
The turbo in newer Cummins engines still has an...

The turbo in newer Cummins engines still has an actuator to operate the variable vane or sliding shroud ring. I have a 400 ISL in my 2007 Travel Supreme, and the actuator stopped working properly. ...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-22-2009, 09:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,087
Posted By Shanwick
Most wood used in cabinetry is usually oak,...

Most wood used in cabinetry is usually oak, maple, cherry, and some walnut. Poplar is sometimes used, but it is usually painted or veneered. Some exotic woods are sometimes used, but they're not not...
Forum: Test Your Changes 03-20-2009, 11:19 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 531
Posted By Shanwick
Test

Test
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-20-2009, 11:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,087
Posted By Shanwick
If it's a closed grain wood and it's not maple,...

If it's a closed grain wood and it's not maple, the next thing I'd try is a test piece of Cherry.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-19-2009, 11:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,223
Posted By Shanwick
You might try...

You might try https://https://www.rvwaterfilterstore.com/index.htm or https://https://www.flowpur.com/index.html for replacement filters.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-08-2009, 06:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,161
Posted By Shanwick
I guess I should explain further. We're leaving...

I guess I should explain further. We're leaving for the annual snowbird trek to Arizona, and my wife would like to load some groceries in the fridge. The heat will be on in the coach tonight. I...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-07-2009, 08:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,161
Posted By Shanwick
I've got a Norcold 1200 series in my motorhome. ...

I've got a Norcold 1200 series in my motorhome. We're getting ready to leave the Chicago area in a couple of days for Phoenix, and I'd like to start up the fridge so DW can stock it with food. I...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-07-2009, 08:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,161
Posted By Shanwick
I've got a Norcold 1200 series in my motorhome. ...

I've got a Norcold 1200 series in my motorhome. We're getting ready to leave the Chicago area in a couple of days for Phoenix, and I'd like to start up the fridge so DW can stock it with food. I...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-21-2008, 11:52 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,968
Posted By Shanwick
ILlinois Beach State Park is probably as close a...

ILlinois Beach State Park is probably as close a campground to the Botanical Gardens as you will find in the Chicago area. They're only about 25 miles apart. I don't have firsthand knowledge of the...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-20-2008, 09:19 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,968
Posted By Shanwick
Try Illinois Beach State Park. It's actually not...

Try Illinois Beach State Park. It's actually not too far from the gardens.

https://dnr.state.il.us/lands/l...PARKS/R2/ILBEACH.HTM (https://dnr.state.il.us/lands/landmgt/PARKS/R2/ILBEACH.HTM)
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-21-2008, 02:27 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 10,522
Posted By Shanwick
We bought the present coach new in December 2006....

We bought the present coach new in December 2006. The previous coach was a 37' 1990 Gulfstream Friendship which we had for 11 years. We shopped for a year before deciding on the floorplan we have...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-06-2008, 10:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 852
Posted By Shanwick
There is a KOA near Marengo, and Chain O'Lakes...

There is a KOA near Marengo, and Chain O'Lakes State Park in Spring Grove. These are both northwest of Chicago.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-14-2008, 10:05 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,568
Posted By Shanwick
Jeff, There was a thread last summer in (I...

Jeff,

There was a thread last summer in (I think) the Freightliner Chassis forum about wheel polishing and wether or not wheels were coated. I mentioned that per a Tech at Accuride, the way to...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-09-2008, 11:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,875
Posted By Shanwick
Thanks guys. This will be the first replacement...

Thanks guys. This will be the first replacement anode as the motorhome was new last year. I bought a magnesium anode today, price was about the same as aluminum.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-08-2008, 07:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,875
Posted By Shanwick
I need to replace the anode on my Suburban water...

I need to replace the anode on my Suburban water heater. Both magnesium and aluminum anodes are offered for sale. Is there any advantage to using one or the other?
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-08-2008, 07:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,875
Posted By Shanwick
I need to replace the anode on my Suburban water...

I need to replace the anode on my Suburban water heater. Both magnesium and aluminum anodes are offered for sale. Is there any advantage to using one or the other?
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-30-2008, 06:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,036
Posted By Shanwick
Ronnie, Thanks for the information. The...

Ronnie,

Thanks for the information. The last time I had to replace a icemaker, Norcold wanted about 3 times that amount for their part.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-30-2008, 04:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,036
Posted By Shanwick
Just for future reference, do you have the make...

Just for future reference, do you have the make and model number for the replacement icemaker you found at Lowes? Was it the #57773?

Thanks,
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-28-2008, 02:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,192
Posted By Shanwick
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