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Forum: Excel Owner's Forum 03-21-2015, 05:42 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 137,151
Posted By ChiefJohn
All of the folks at Peterson Industries were...

All of the folks at Peterson Industries were outstanding -- listened to our issues and resolved the problems we had with our Excel -- sad day for Smith Center as the RV'ers were a source of income...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-04-2014, 10:14 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,746
Posted By ChiefJohn
Not to make "light" of your issues, but IMOP...

Not to make "light" of your issues, but IMOP these are minor inconveniences that we all experience to some degree with our RV's - regardless of the make, model, and/or purchase price. We've had our...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-02-2014, 05:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 937
Posted By ChiefJohn
Thin-Lite F30T8 36"

I've searched the internet and cannot find a replacement bulb(s) for our 2008 Vectra kitchen/dining area 36" fixtures. It appears that Thin-Lite no longer makes the P198 series florescent tubes -...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-28-2014, 08:22 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,866
Posted By ChiefJohn
Not to sound 'ignorant', but why not get a...

Not to sound 'ignorant', but why not get a pedestal style paper towel holder - we have one on our kitchen counter next to the sink. Made of marble, it closely matches the Corian counter top.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-23-2014, 03:44 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,387
Posted By ChiefJohn
Uninsured/Non-Licensed RVs In RV Parks

The cold weather down here in south Alabama has me "thinking" of an issue we've seen all too frequently during our full-time adventurers -- who assumes liability for damage/bodily injury incurred...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-05-2014, 06:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,934
Posted By ChiefJohn
Update!! :mad: After numerous calls and emails to...

Update!! :mad: After numerous calls and emails to Magna Light on the "expensive" LED tubes that we ordered, we finally got our money back -- there were repeated delays with a projected delivery in...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-10-2013, 08:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,934
Posted By ChiefJohn
Thanks -- understand. :thumb: John

Thanks -- understand. :thumb:
John
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-10-2013, 07:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,934
Posted By ChiefJohn
Thanks Dave -- found my source for the 3' TB...

Thanks Dave -- found my source for the 3' TB bulbs at Magna Light 18 Watt LED Bulb - 3 Foot T8 Lamp - Replacement or Upgrade for Fluorescent Lights - MagnaLight...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-10-2013, 06:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,934
Posted By ChiefJohn
Fluorescent Tube Light Bulbs to LED

Our 2008 Vectra has 36" florescent bulbs in the kitchen/living room ceiling fixtures. We've replaced all the incandescent bulbs in the coach except for the closets, storage bays, and these with...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-08-2013, 07:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,786
Posted By ChiefJohn
Ride-On Tire Sealant

Okay folks, need your opinions of a new (supposedly) panacea for flat tires??? Have any of you researched the Ride-On tire Protection Sealant/Balancer that professes to be the "fix" for our RV tire...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 08-17-2013, 09:08 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 12,662
Posted By ChiefJohn
Ditto!! I'm all for those that did the time on...

Ditto!! I'm all for those that did the time on active duty and/or reserves to have the benefits they earned -- also those disabled vets who meet the requirements. IMHO, this is a major problem with...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-06-2013, 07:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 646
Posted By ChiefJohn
Olive, I can't answer your question directly,...

Olive,
I can't answer your question directly, but will recommend MasterTechRV in Elkhart, IN America's #1 RV Renovation, RV Paint & Full RV Service Center! (https://www.mastertechrv.com/). In my...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-05-2013, 03:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,359
Posted By ChiefJohn
Picture is the street-side slideout carpet --...

Picture is the street-side slideout carpet -- opted to replace all the carpet as it was dated and we wanted to see what was under the other carpet. That was the only mold that we found. I'll be...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-04-2013, 07:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,359
Posted By ChiefJohn
Water Damage

First, we absolutely are happy with our 2008 Vectra 40TD -- except for the water leak issues. We've been back to the factory several times for repairs and the folks have been very pleasant to work...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-24-2013, 10:47 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,946
Posted By ChiefJohn
There will always be folks on different sides of...

There will always be folks on different sides of the fence (some with many years on their side) that profess to know all there is about a given subject -- I can attest that surge protectors have...
Forum: Full-Timers 04-29-2013, 06:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 920
Posted By ChiefJohn
There are many opportunities for fulltimers to...

There are many opportunities for fulltimers to find employment while south during the winter. My best suggestion in to contact RV parks about seasonal employment -- I think (old memory) there is/was...
Forum: Full-Timers 04-29-2013, 06:22 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 15,900
Posted By ChiefJohn
Ditto - ditto! We've had both and would NEVER go...

Ditto - ditto! We've had both and would NEVER go with a ventless washer/dryer again! The combo units are slow -- but who cares, we're full-timers and in no hurry -- we can stop our washer/dryer and...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-27-2013, 06:18 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,246
Posted By ChiefJohn
Ditto my friend! We'll never have another dome...

Ditto my friend! We'll never have another dome antenna!!:dance:
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-27-2013, 06:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,249
Posted By ChiefJohn
We opted for our oversize vehicle (RV) and enjoy...

We opted for our oversize vehicle (RV) and enjoy the Full-time RV lifestyle -- our 425 Cummins gets 6.5 - 7.0 mpg, regardless of terrain and/or speed. The freedom of the road and meeting many...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-27-2013, 06:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,322
Posted By ChiefJohn
Our solution was to go with 3 Trojan Group 31...

Our solution was to go with 3 Trojan Group 31 Cycling AGM Batteries @ 69 ilbs. each (207 lbs), which fit the factory battery slide-out tray perfectly. I'm a few lbs over the max load for the tray,...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-27-2013, 05:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,399
Posted By ChiefJohn
As stated on the spec sheet, "Each system comes...

As stated on the spec sheet, "Each system comes with an easy to use 7-segment LED display. The display provides status, input/output values, programming, and troubleshooting information. The...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-26-2013, 08:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,018
Posted By ChiefJohn
Ditto several previous replies - I don't see the...

Ditto several previous replies - I don't see the problem with the bathroom sink draining into the black tank. Provides additional liquid to flush the solids out. Our washer and shower share a gray...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-25-2013, 11:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 862
Posted By ChiefJohn
We have the 2008 Vectra and are very happy with...

We have the 2008 Vectra and are very happy with the coach -- we get 7.0 mpg, regardless of the speed.:thumb:
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-24-2013, 09:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,399
Posted By ChiefJohn
New Dimensions Pure-Sine Inverter

I've been in contact with the Dimensions folks concerning a replacement for the Dimensions Quasi-Sine Inverter installed by Winnebago on our 2008 Vectra. I was looking for an inverter that would be...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-31-2013, 08:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,252
Posted By ChiefJohn
Thanks Earl and Jerry -- a pure sine will have to...

Thanks Earl and Jerry -- a pure sine will have to wait until this fall. Spent enough this winter and hesitate to start anymore "to do" list involving big bucks!;)
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-29-2013, 03:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,252
Posted By ChiefJohn
Thanks -- nice to have a support group to lean...

Thanks -- nice to have a support group to lean on!!
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-29-2013, 12:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,252
Posted By ChiefJohn
08 Vectra Dimensions Inverter

When it comes to electrical systems, I'm totally ignorant!! :sad: I understand that my Dimensions 2000w inverter is 30 amp and powers the refrigerator and several other power outlets. My question...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-17-2013, 10:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,652
Posted By ChiefJohn
I have seen the same comments on the internet...

I have seen the same comments on the internet forums and various web sites. There are also the same number of folks stating that its not a problem.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-15-2013, 09:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,652
Posted By ChiefJohn
Your install looks very clean and appears to have...

Your install looks very clean and appears to have come from the factory with the residential unit. Agree, we looked at several that would have fit some entry doors with the fridge doors removed --...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-15-2013, 05:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,652
Posted By ChiefJohn
Not that I'm aware of -- ?

Not that I'm aware of -- ?
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-15-2013, 04:48 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,652
Posted By ChiefJohn
Coach had a 2000W MSW Inverter - replaced factory...

Coach had a 2000W MSW Inverter - replaced factory batteries with 3 Group 31 Trojan AGM batteries.

Spent more on the refrigerator than we planned, but the increased capacity was worth the extra...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-14-2013, 09:54 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,652
Posted By ChiefJohn
Refrigerator Replacement

First, wife is very happy with the new residential Whirlpool refrigerator!!:dance:

Removed the Norcold 12 cu ft and installed a Shop Whirlpool Gold 24.6 cu ft Side-by-Side Counter-Depth...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-08-2013, 03:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 893
Posted By ChiefJohn
I use fine steel wool.

I use fine steel wool.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-08-2013, 06:41 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,813
Posted By ChiefJohn
Thanks Jack -- we're going to stay with the MSW...

Thanks Jack -- we're going to stay with the MSW for the foreseeable future. Based on your input, and others, I don't foresee any problems with our intended use.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-03-2013, 06:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,165
Posted By ChiefJohn
Winnebago disconnected the keyless (keypad) entry...

Winnebago disconnected the keyless (keypad) entry door access on our 2008 Vectra at the factory -- while unit was still under warranty -- and explained that the supplier had gone out of business and...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-31-2013, 10:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,813
Posted By ChiefJohn
I'm well aware of what the owners manual states...

I'm well aware of what the owners manual states and does not address -- my question is for those with an electronic background/knowledge to help me understand the "potential damage" a modified-sine...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-31-2013, 06:49 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,813
Posted By ChiefJohn
Inverters

Okay folks, preface it to say that I'm ignorant when it comes to inverters, appreciate the feedback/assistance -- we have the 2000w modified (quasi) sine wave inverter installed by Winnebago. I'm...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-30-2013, 06:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,935
Posted By ChiefJohn
Relies/support from this forum is again...

Relies/support from this forum is again outstanding! We'll be installing our residential refrigerator next week and are looking forward to saying "Goodbye" to the Norcold (NeverCold)!!:)
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-23-2013, 10:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 762
Posted By ChiefJohn
Replaced our coach batteries with 3 Trojan Group...

Replaced our coach batteries with 3 Trojan Group 31 AGM batteries and have been very satisfied.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-16-2013, 06:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 635
Posted By ChiefJohn
Ditto -- drop the front or rear and let the...

Ditto -- drop the front or rear and let the slides drain -- the majority of the water will run off with a slight change in the elevation.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-14-2013, 07:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,935
Posted By ChiefJohn
Thanks John -- wish my battery tray would hold...

Thanks John -- wish my battery tray would hold four of the Group 31s.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-13-2013, 10:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,935
Posted By ChiefJohn
Thanks for the replies -- to clarify my "off...

Thanks for the replies -- to clarify my "off grid" I referred to, probably not the best description as we do not boon dock and will be using to power and electric refrigerator while on the road...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-13-2013, 07:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,935
Posted By ChiefJohn
2000w Inverter / House Batteries

My Vectra has a 2000w Dimensions Inverter (Quasi-sine wave w/ strain relief) and I'm installing 3 Trojan Group 31 batteries to replace the standard batteries. I'm not that 'smart' on the electrical...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-06-2013, 09:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,307
Posted By ChiefJohn
Ditto Doc, our laundry and shower go into one...

Ditto Doc, our laundry and shower go into one grey tank and the dishwasher and kitchen sink into another. Toilet and bathroom sink go into the black tank. I'm not as concerned about the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-05-2013, 08:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,307
Posted By ChiefJohn
Terry, we normally "treat" our tanks during our...

Terry, we normally "treat" our tanks during our annual migration south (Bama) and again in the spring -- couple of days each time. The company also makes an RV specific product which we have not...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-05-2013, 07:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,307
Posted By ChiefJohn
Second the Shop Roebic Laboratories, Inc. Drain...

Second the Shop Roebic Laboratories, Inc. Drain Soap, Grease and Paper Digester at Lowes.com...
Forum: Full-Timers 12-29-2012, 08:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,728
Posted By ChiefJohn
TriCare Prime/Standard

I'm on Medicare/TriCare for life and my wife is still on TriCare Prime -- as many of you are aware, seeking treatment outside your assigned region can be a problem. We're considering switching her...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-29-2012, 07:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 996
Posted By ChiefJohn
GaDawgFan -- thanks!! You've been a big help. ...

GaDawgFan -- thanks!! You've been a big help. We winter in southern AL and I will have to go with the "Crimson Tide". :) My son, in the Atlanta area is a "Dawg" fan.:thumb:
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-29-2012, 06:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 996
Posted By ChiefJohn
Thanks for all the replies -- you have confirmed...

Thanks for all the replies -- you have confirmed what I was leaning towards, floating the floor versus gluing. I had contacted a local RV service center about installing flooring and they insisted...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-28-2012, 09:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 996
Posted By ChiefJohn
Wood Floor Project

We're going to attempt installing a laminate type wood floor in our bedroom and, "IF" we complete the relatively small area, proceed to the front of the coach. My question is better to float the...
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