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Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 10-09-2015, 02:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,554
Posted By gmanatl
If the Reyo is a 2012 model the chassis could be...

If the Reyo is a 2012 model the chassis could be 2011 or 2012. Winnebago buys chassis and stockpiles them until the production line needs them. I have a 2013 Via and it is on a 2012 chassis. This is...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-22-2015, 12:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 747
Posted By gmanatl
I was kidding you. The blue plastic is supposed...

I was kidding you. The blue plastic is supposed to come off. It is only on there to prevent scratches. You really peel it off so the stainless steel shows.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-22-2015, 01:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 747
Posted By gmanatl
Are you going to remove the blue plastic cover...

Are you going to remove the blue plastic cover before you silicone it?
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-13-2015, 03:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,011
Posted By gmanatl
I have a 2013 Via with Flexsteel driver and...

I have a 2013 Via with Flexsteel driver and co-pilot seats. These seats power up and swivel and are very comfortable. During the 2013 model year Winnebago changed from the Flexsteel seats to the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-13-2015, 02:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 988
Posted By gmanatl
Make sure the engine block is not stamped with...

Make sure the engine block is not stamped with infamous "53". To put the engine in fast idle switch the cruise control to on then bump the set button twice in rapid succession. You hear the engine...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-01-2015, 03:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 964
Posted By gmanatl
Very likely on a 06 chassis. DEF didn't appear...

Very likely on a 06 chassis. DEF didn't appear until the 2010 chassis. I had a 2008 Tour and it had a diesel particulate filter but no def.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-25-2015, 12:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,355
Posted By gmanatl
U-joints

U-joints
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-25-2015, 12:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 696
Posted By gmanatl
It should not have the original tires on it....

It should not have the original tires on it. Check the generator hours and remember too few is worse than too many. Check to see if the roof seams have been recaulked . Check the overall condition of...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 06-15-2015, 04:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,515
Posted By gmanatl
My 2000 GC is a 4X2 which is lighter than a 4X4,

My 2000 GC is a 4X2 which is lighter than a 4X4,
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-10-2015, 05:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 729
Posted By gmanatl
I have a 2013 Via 25R that I tow a 2000 Grand...

I have a 2013 Via 25R that I tow a 2000 Grand Cherokee behind. The Jeep is a 4x2 with a drive shaft disconnect. It weighs 3900lbs. I tow it with a quarter of a tank of fuel to keep the weight down....
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-31-2015, 07:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 875
Posted By gmanatl
They normally smoke bomb the compartments to find...

They normally smoke bomb the compartments to find the leaks then seal them up.
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 05-12-2015, 05:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,515
Posted By gmanatl
You have the older 5 cylinder motor which is...

You have the older 5 cylinder motor which is limited to 3500lbs. The 6 cylinder has more horsepower and torque so it can tow up to 5000lbs.
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 05-06-2015, 06:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,515
Posted By gmanatl
I have a 2013 Winnebago Via on sprinter chassis....

I have a 2013 Winnebago Via on sprinter chassis. It is rated to tow 5,000 lbs. I tow a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee which weighs 3900-4000 lbs no problems. It does cost me about 2mpg when towing.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-06-2015, 05:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,065
Posted By gmanatl
I had a 1999 diesel chieftain And it was a...

I had a 1999 diesel chieftain
And it was a great coach. The 275 horsepower cummins with the Allison 3060 tranny gave me 10-11 mpg. They only made the diesel version two years 1999 and 2000. We had...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-25-2015, 05:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,841
Posted By gmanatl
Sounds like a Sprinter chassis and you are...

Sounds like a Sprinter chassis and you are definitely over weight.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-20-2015, 04:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 782
Posted By gmanatl
Try holding down your batt boost switch for about...

Try holding down your batt boost switch for about a minute and a half. Then still holding it down try starting the generator. You will be using the chassis battery in combination with the house...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-05-2015, 05:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,974
Posted By gmanatl
Sounds like the dreaded "Poop Pyramid" to...

Sounds like the dreaded "Poop Pyramid" to me.
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 01-07-2015, 11:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,457
Posted By gmanatl
You obviously have no experience with MB.

You obviously have no experience with MB.
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 01-06-2015, 03:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,457
Posted By gmanatl
Be prepared for a hefty diagnostics charge. In my...

Be prepared for a hefty diagnostics charge. In my case it was $240 to hook it to their computer. The technican explained if they found a warranty covered problem then the charge would be waived. In...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 12-09-2014, 03:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,209
Posted By gmanatl
Your owners manuals give detailed instructions...

Your owners manuals give detailed instructions including photos on how to properly winterize your coach. If after reading it you are still uncomfortable doing it yourself your dealer or any camping...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 12-09-2014, 02:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,883
Posted By gmanatl
I have a 2013 Winnebago Via on the MB Sprinter...

I have a 2013 Winnebago Via on the MB Sprinter chassis. The 188 horsepower and 325 ft pounds of torque give the 11,000 lb vehicle a very good power to weight ratio. I tow a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-17-2014, 07:15 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,893
Posted By gmanatl
First thing is to check your tire pressure. If...

First thing is to check your tire pressure. If they are filled to the max pressure on the sidewalk which some dealers do at delivery that is your problem.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-14-2014, 09:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,540
Posted By gmanatl
Did you drain the ice maker?

Did you drain the ice maker?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-14-2014, 09:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,109
Posted By gmanatl
Sounds like your transfer switch may be bad.

Sounds like your transfer switch may be bad.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-09-2014, 05:38 PM
Replies: 354
Views: 54,500
Posted By gmanatl
We tow a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4X2 automatic...

We tow a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4X2 automatic transmission. We had a drive shaft disconnect put on it, blue ox baseplate, U S Gear's Unified Tow Brake system, and diodes for the lights. Pull one...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-02-2014, 07:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 842
Posted By gmanatl
Do you have manuals? Or have you tried to find...

Do you have manuals? Or have you tried to find them online?
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-31-2014, 02:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,460
Posted By gmanatl
I tow a grand Cherokee 4x2 automatic using a...

I tow a grand Cherokee 4x2 automatic using a driveshaft disconnect. Stay away from a lube pump those are primarily for front wheel drive vehicles.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-31-2014, 01:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,355
Posted By gmanatl
I have a Via on the sprinter chassis and it...

I have a Via on the sprinter chassis and it handles like a dream. I have heard many say the breeze especially the 28 footer can be a handful to drive. Many people have made suspension mods with...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-28-2014, 12:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,088
Posted By gmanatl
I just had over a thousand dollars worth of...

I just had over a thousand dollars worth of warranty work done by a mercedes dealer on my 2013 25R Via and its 18 months old. No charge whatsoever.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-28-2014, 12:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,088
Posted By gmanatl
You shouldn't be out of warranty its 36 months on...

You shouldn't be out of warranty its 36 months on the sprinter chassis.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-26-2014, 03:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,033
Posted By gmanatl
Which ac unit does your coach have? The...

Which ac unit does your coach have?
The standard 13,500 or the optional bigger unit?
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 09-14-2014, 06:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,886
Posted By gmanatl
We have about 6,500 miles on it.

We have about 6,500 miles on it.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-13-2014, 02:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 819
Posted By gmanatl
Fill the tank, pull your lanyards to dispell any...

Fill the tank, pull your lanyards to dispell any moisture in the air brake system. You could put some antibacterial additive especially if you have been using bio diesel.
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 09-13-2014, 09:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,886
Posted By gmanatl
Sprinter breakdown

We were returning to Ga from Florida in our 2013 Via when the dash lit up like a Xmas tree. The abs, esp, traction control and check engine lights all came on. The coach was still running ok but I...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 08-31-2014, 08:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,598
Posted By gmanatl
Biodiesel

Has anyone used bio diesel on their Sprinter?
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-14-2014, 06:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 556
Posted By gmanatl
You need a driveshaft disconnect not a lube pump.

You need a driveshaft disconnect not a lube pump.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-13-2014, 01:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,003
Posted By gmanatl
Your bathroom wall is probably not anchored to...

Your bathroom wall is probably not anchored to the floor. Had this problem on our 2008Tour. Fortunately Winnebago took care of it under warranty. Sloppy work at the factory.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-22-2014, 05:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,745
Posted By gmanatl
One other reason is the Trend is much smaller

One other reason is the Trend is much smaller
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-11-2014, 01:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,746
Posted By gmanatl
We have a 2013 Via 25R and really like it. We...

We have a 2013 Via 25R and really like it. We downsized from a 2008 Tour 40TD. You have to makesome adjustments due to the smaller tanks and ccc limitations. We have stayed out 25 consecutive days...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-08-2014, 05:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,228
Posted By gmanatl
I just went to the Winnebago web site and it...

I just went to the Winnebago web site and it showed a 3200 watt onan being available on the 2010 model.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-08-2014, 05:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,228
Posted By gmanatl
Yes I believe a diesel generator has always been...

Yes I believe a diesel generator has always been a option.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-08-2014, 05:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,228
Posted By gmanatl
Everyone I know with a Via bought one with the...

Everyone I know with a Via bought one with the optional diesel generator and the 25T model comes with a macerator as standard equipment.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-08-2014, 03:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,228
Posted By gmanatl
The early units 2010/2011 had issues with water...

The early units 2010/2011 had issues with water intrusion into the egr valve. Winnie and Freightliner worked out a fix for this and the later models were changed and avoided the issue. Starting I...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-03-2014, 06:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,474
Posted By gmanatl
I had the same problem on my1999 diesel Chieftain...

I had the same problem on my1999 diesel Chieftain and on my 2008 Tour . Winnebago continues to glue these engine covers on even though customers have complained for years about failures.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-03-2014, 06:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,896
Posted By gmanatl
I use a sediment filter between the spigot and...

I use a sediment filter between the spigot and the coach, this was recommended by Winnebago after my check valves went bad and had to be replaced. They said it was pretty commonfor this type of...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-31-2014, 07:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,329
Posted By gmanatl
Sounds like one or more of your check valves is...

Sounds like one or more of your check valves is bad and needs changed out.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-30-2014, 07:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,554
Posted By gmanatl
Winnebago doesn't make all its furniture. Most...

Winnebago doesn't make all its furniture. Most often the pilot and copilot seats are by Flexsteel.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-14-2014, 07:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,393
Posted By gmanatl
We had the same leak issue in a bay behind one of...

We had the same leak issue in a bay behind one of the wheels on our 2013 Winnebago Via. The dealer smoke bombed the compartment to determine where the leak was and then caulked both inside and...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-06-2014, 12:27 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,795
Posted By gmanatl
Yes it is going to be cold in central Florida...

Yes it is going to be cold in central Florida tonight. I will probably turn on my tank heaters just to be safe.
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 12-22-2013, 10:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 10,616
Posted By gmanatl
We have a winnebago via on the sprinter 3500...

We have a winnebago via on the sprinter 3500 chassis. We downsized from a winnebago tour 40 footer. Love the sprinter chassis and am getting 16 mpg consistently. Power to weight ratio is much better...
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