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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-23-2018, 10:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 798
Posted By akcretired
Both

Both
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-16-2018, 09:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 18,006
Posted By akcretired
So I found and bought me this handy little tool...

So I found and bought me this handy little tool on Amazon. Took 5 minutes to connect, diagnose and clear my codes and the check engine light is gone.

Cost me 115.00 dollars from Amazon. The...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-16-2018, 08:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 645
Posted By akcretired
Fairway Ford RV Repair is Yorba Linda does all my...

Fairway Ford RV Repair is Yorba Linda does all my work/maintenance. I am a full timer too and they are great to work with. In and out same day with appointment.

1350 Yorba Linda Blvd
Placentia,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-04-2018, 10:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,387
Posted By akcretired
Where do you get that horseshoe? I like that...

Where do you get that horseshoe? I like that option
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-03-2018, 09:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 18,006
Posted By akcretired
UPDATE: called FL Help line. He told me the...

UPDATE:

called FL Help line. He told me the same thing. Should be safe to continue on and could clear itself.

Found a local Oasis Cummins/FL facility and they can get me in on Dec. 28th. We...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-02-2018, 07:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 18,006
Posted By akcretired
Check Engine Lite..SPN 3058 FMI 18

2015 Winnabego Tour, Cummins 450hp 8.9 ISL.

Climbing the north cascade mountains today in light snow, pulling a jeep wrangler 2DR, my check engine light came on. All gauges remain good, no loss...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-21-2018, 10:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 599
Posted By akcretired
Have used them several times. Great job and...

Have used them several times. Great job and customer service. Front screen began to sag. Called the.m and they sent out a tech with a new screen and replaced with no problem and no cost. Waiting...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-22-2018, 04:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 790
Posted By akcretired
Camping World or Amazon

Camping World or Amazon
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-04-2018, 10:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,598
Posted By akcretired
Depends on what Winnabego you have. My 2015 Tour...

Depends on what Winnabego you have. My 2015 Tour it is located on drivers side second compartment back where my 20lb propane tank is mounted.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-25-2018, 12:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 15,429
Posted By akcretired
I bought a previous year model new when the new...

I bought a previous year model new when the new year models came out. Paid half off the sticker price. Had a few issues the first year, but everything was covered with warranty. So basicly, I got a...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-25-2018, 10:25 AM
Replies: 471
Views: 87,248
Posted By akcretired
The articulation is working just fine. And the...

The articulation is working just fine. And the bed is getting more comfortable each nite as it is breaking in.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-25-2018, 10:22 AM
Replies: 471
Views: 87,248
Posted By akcretired
It is a memory foam 14" mattress bought at...

It is a memory foam 14" mattress bought at Costco. It is medium firm. The bed frame/motor is handling it with no problem . Not any heavier than the sleep perfect mattress was in my opinion. We...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-24-2018, 02:56 PM
Replies: 13,612
Views: 2,125,789
Posted By akcretired
A new Cal-king Memory Foam bed and bedding to...

A new Cal-king Memory Foam bed and bedding to replace the NOT-SO Perfect Sleeper Mattress we had. I always found myself waking up in a hole. Got tired of replacing pumps and air bags.

I...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-24-2018, 02:53 PM
Replies: 471
Views: 87,248
Posted By akcretired
Finally got rid of that not so-Sleep Perfect...

Finally got rid of that not so-Sleep Perfect Mattres and bought us a new Cal-King memory foam mattress and bedding.

A much better sleep!!208360
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-24-2018, 01:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,172
Posted By akcretired
If it's still under warranty, the dealership...

If it's still under warranty, the dealership should have no problem fixing the issue. Even if you caused some of the damage getting it back to a safe and driveable condition. Root cause was not...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-24-2018, 11:52 AM
Replies: 471
Views: 87,248
Posted By akcretired
The max temp is 10 on 1 burner. If you are using...

The max temp is 10 on 1 burner. If you are using both burners then you have to split the heat setting. ie.. 7/3..etc..

They do take a little longer to get the pan to hot, but should get good and...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-24-2018, 10:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,172
Posted By akcretired
All else fails a good pair of vice grips and...

All else fails a good pair of vice grips and manually turn the screw drive to lower. We have had to do that before on the drivers seat just to start the rig and get down the road.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-23-2018, 11:01 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,518
Posted By akcretired
We have just rolled over our second year as full...

We have just rolled over our second year as full timers and have logged 15k per year. Lots of miles, smiles and memories made
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-23-2018, 05:09 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 435
Posted By akcretired
Sleep Perfect Pump

Wife and I couldn't take the sleep number mattress any longer. So we have upgraded to a new Memory foam mattress.

Now I have a new sleep perfect pump and controls for sale if anyone is interested....
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-23-2018, 11:51 AM
Replies: 471
Views: 87,248
Posted By akcretired
Wife and I couldn't take the sleep number...

Wife and I couldn't take the sleep number mattress any longer. So we have upgraded to a new Memory foam mattress.

Now I have a new sleep perfect pump and controls for sale if anyone is...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-22-2018, 09:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 18,488
Posted By akcretired
To clear all codes and run the SCR performance...

To clear all codes and run the SCR performance test.

Headed out on a 1200 mile journey next week. Hope all goes well now. So far I have had no additional problems.
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-17-2018, 10:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 18,488
Posted By akcretired
UPDATE After a complete drain of the DEF tank,...

UPDATE
After a complete drain of the DEF tank, a new DEF filter and cleaning of the DEF injector. Performed a re-gen and everything looked good. Headed out on a 200 mile trip. 150 miles into it I...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-17-2018, 09:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,654
Posted By akcretired
My Tour is 105 in Drive and 95 in the tags. ...

My Tour is 105 in Drive and 95 in the tags. Based on my weights.

I don't show any unusual wear on either set. 26k miles
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-09-2018, 02:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 666
Posted By akcretired
Sleep Perfect Bed replacement

Hey all.. have a 2015 Winnebago Tour 42HD and our sleep perfect bed is constantly going flat. I know I can get it fixed, but DW wants to replace it with a temperpedic style bed.

It will have yo...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 06-06-2018, 08:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,936
Posted By akcretired
I've had no problems with mine. I use a very...

I've had no problems with mine. I use a very small egg pan almost daily and works just fine.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-04-2018, 02:23 PM
Replies: 471
Views: 87,248
Posted By akcretired
Some good quality carpet bought at Home Depot. ...

Some good quality carpet bought at Home Depot. Thanks
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-02-2018, 08:44 PM
Replies: 471
Views: 87,248
Posted By akcretired
A little home improvement projects today. I...

A little home improvement projects today. I couldn't take that ugly black carpet that would collect everything and the ugly black rubber stairs any longer..205366
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 05-25-2018, 10:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 18,488
Posted By akcretired
Poor DEF Quality warning with Engine light

Just topped off my DEF tank at a truck stop. 10 miles later my check engine light came on with a warning on my dash of "Poor DEF Quality". No loss of power so I continued to my destination about...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-13-2018, 07:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 551
Posted By akcretired
Love's Truck Stop in Coachella, CA at the truck...

Love's Truck Stop in Coachella, CA at the truck pumps
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-13-2018, 05:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 551
Posted By akcretired
Check Engine Light

Stopped for fuel today, filled up my tank and topped off the DEF tank. 10 miles down the road my check Engine and check Engine with the exclamation point came on. I get a message telling me "POOR...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-07-2018, 11:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,623
Posted By akcretired
I'm currently having that very problem. Hooked...

I'm currently having that very problem. Hooked up to city water and it slowly trickles into my tank. Had a neighbor come notify me yesterday that I was leaking something. After a frantic search I...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-04-2018, 07:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,637
Posted By akcretired
I like that carrier. Who makes it?

I like that carrier. Who makes it?
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-04-2018, 10:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,124
Posted By akcretired
I leave mine hooked up if just an overnight stop....

I leave mine hooked up if just an overnight stop. Never had an issue.
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 03-04-2018, 09:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,937
Posted By akcretired
I have had that very grill for 2 years now as a...

I have had that very grill for 2 years now as a full timer. Travels well and easy to store as the legs fold up under the grill. No hot spots and cooks to perfection... or maybe that's the cook that...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-06-2018, 09:33 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 12,131
Posted By akcretired
I have never noticed an over inflated "Red" sign...

I have never noticed an over inflated "Red" sign in my 3 years using the crossover gauges.

It is a piece of mind having these on the RV.

My current TMPS system will not work because of the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-06-2018, 09:05 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 12,131
Posted By akcretired
I have the crossover system on my RV and would...

I have the crossover system on my RV and would recommend it as I have to many friends.

I did have my RIG weighed and installed the matching crossfire gauge. It's a quick visual check before and...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-05-2018, 05:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 913
Posted By akcretired
Thank You! That was the fix and all is well now. ...

Thank You! That was the fix and all is well now. I told him of the 30 day process as well.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-03-2018, 04:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 913
Posted By akcretired
GenSet Auto Setup Assist Needed

Trying to help a friend set up his new GenSet to auto on his 5er. We are getting the below message instead of allowing us to set it to auto. What does this this mean and how do we fix it?? HELP......
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-29-2018, 04:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,122
Posted By akcretired
There they sit, right under the trap door. ...

There they sit, right under the trap door.

Thank you moleary
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-28-2018, 08:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,122
Posted By akcretired
Oh..the secret hidden compartment trick......

Oh..the secret hidden compartment trick... thanks!!! Ha
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-28-2018, 07:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,122
Posted By akcretired
2015 Tour House Batteries

Ok.. I'm having a senior moment here. Having a hard time locating the house battery pack. I've located the chassis batteries, but have search all compartments with no luck on the house batteries.
...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-28-2018, 10:00 AM
Replies: 471
Views: 87,248
Posted By akcretired
That looks really nice! Getting the carpet...

That looks really nice!

Getting the carpet tucked under was a challenge, but lots of glue and pin nails.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-27-2018, 10:06 PM
Replies: 471
Views: 87,248
Posted By akcretired
I thought about putting wood steps in, but it...

I thought about putting wood steps in, but it caused a problem with the door closing completely due to the difference in thickness of the rubber step and wood.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-27-2018, 09:06 PM
Replies: 471
Views: 87,248
Posted By akcretired
Finally ripped out the factory installed cheap...

Finally ripped out the factory installed cheap carpet throughout the Tour as well as the ugly black carpet on the stairway and step cover and replaced with a nice quality carpet. A nice improvement.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-27-2018, 12:04 PM
Replies: 13,612
Views: 2,125,789
Posted By akcretired
A new water accumulator to stop the water pump...

A new water accumulator to stop the water pump surge problem. Works great now. Nice steady water pressure and no more pump surge.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-27-2018, 12:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 669
Posted By akcretired
Water Pump Assist

I am currently in a CG that has really low water pressure. Will it hurt the pump to leave it on to assist and give me better water pressure?

Don't want to burn out my pump

TIA
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-20-2018, 02:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 535
Posted By akcretired
Aqua Hot 38-42 degrees is my setting.

Aqua Hot 38-42 degrees is my setting.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 01-16-2018, 06:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,032
Posted By akcretired
If your a veteran or DOD there is the Seabreeze...

If your a veteran or DOD there is the Seabreeze RV park on base or the Naval Weapons Station in Seal Beach. Nice and big and roomy. There now with lots of empty spaces and pull thrus
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-03-2018, 05:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 870
Posted By akcretired
Check your bay thermostat and make sure it is...

Check your bay thermostat and make sure it is properly set. Should be located near your AH
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-01-2018, 07:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 870
Posted By akcretired
Your electric side of the AH will not keep you...

Your electric side of the AH will not keep you warm at all. Just experienced this this week. Turn on your AH burners and as stated above, if your connected to shore power, you can leave the...
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