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Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-26-2023, 02:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 398
Posted By lajuene
I had both front and rear panels becoming loos. I...

I had both front and rear panels becoming loos. I drilled holes and installed lag bolts to hold them on and it works great.
They will never come off again. I used screw caps so they look good too.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-27-2020, 07:11 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,563
Posted By lajuene
Just an FYI for your research. Tiffin is getting...

Just an FYI for your research. Tiffin is getting bought by Thor. It's supposed to be still operating separately but it will be a Thor company after the deal goes through.

Here's Bob Tiffin...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-29-2020, 03:30 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 19,627
Posted By lajuene
We love ours. After a week one came partially off...

We love ours. After a week one came partially off due to the pad rubbing part of the undercarriage. I used a coping saw to cut a notch in the pad and it has never come off again. It's been over a...
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 03-30-2020, 07:17 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 17,211
Posted By lajuene
Leaving Yuma, AZ in 10 days to drive to...

Leaving Yuma, AZ in 10 days to drive to Shipshewana, IN then Forest City, IA then Saratoga Springs, NY. Will take about a month to cover it staying at Walmarts and a couple private campgrounds. From...
Forum: Full-Timers 12-05-2019, 02:49 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 11,240
Posted By lajuene
We are Full-Time now for 8 years and we have a...

We are Full-Time now for 8 years and we have a blog you might be interested in. It's in my signature below. Here is the address:
https://www.walkaboutwithwheels.blogspot.com/
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-20-2019, 04:18 PM
Replies: 377
Views: 63,185
Posted By lajuene
We use a dimmer on our led rope lights so it is...

We use a dimmer on our led rope lights so it is just barely visible. Nice effect. We rarely use the lights. Only in part atmosphere like Christmas time or at a rally.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-02-2019, 10:52 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 15,801
Posted By lajuene
We always use: www.overnightrvparking.com ...

We always use:

www.overnightrvparking.com

It has rest area, empty lots, Walmarts, any place that any of the users have experienced. There is a yearly charge of $25 if I remember right but we...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-16-2019, 12:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,825
Posted By lajuene
Yeah, I guess so but to upgrade to it I had to...

Yeah, I guess so but to upgrade to it I had to dowse my old one in black water when I overflowed it while flushing it out. In this case I'd rather still have the old one. Haha
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-16-2019, 08:22 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,825
Posted By lajuene
We have used the 50amp auto former on 30amp...

We have used the 50amp auto former on 30amp hookup with no problems. We have basement sir and we flip off the breaker for the second compressor and rarely do we got 30amp. If we do (water heater and...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-10-2019, 09:03 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 24,183
Posted By lajuene
I've heard around $1,200 including labor but...

I've heard around $1,200 including labor but different rigs might vary the labor time. I think the unit is about $900 and it takes 3 to 4 hours to install. I'm budgeting $1,500 for our September...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-10-2019, 08:55 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 24,183
Posted By lajuene
We have an appointment in September to have the...

We have an appointment in September to have the 12V version installed for all the same reasons you mention. When we leave the RV we usually turn off the inverter and we boondock or dry camp a lot so...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-03-2019, 07:55 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 21,937
Posted By lajuene
Our snap pads are nice. Love them. But we still...

Our snap pads are nice. Love them. But we still need out 18*18*1 pads and our 4*4*18 blocks of wood. Snap pads only add 1" height and we often need the wood for leveling and the pads for wet soft...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-28-2019, 06:38 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 21,937
Posted By lajuene
I wonder if I can add 2" of wood to the snappad...

I wonder if I can add 2" of wood to the snappad before installing them so I would have 3" additional height instead of the 1" that the snappad adds. I can make hole in center do it can be removed...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 04-28-2019, 02:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,417
Posted By lajuene
X2 on dielectric grease on all the fuses

X2 on dielectric grease on all the fuses
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 04-27-2019, 10:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,417
Posted By lajuene
When ours stopped working I checked the fuse and...

When ours stopped working I checked the fuse and it was not blown but it had corrosion on the blades. I cleaned the blades with steel wool and replaced it. Wipers worked great after that. A year or...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 04-26-2019, 02:48 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 30,008
Posted By lajuene
We were told for our 40 foot motorhome it weighed...

We were told for our 40 foot motorhome it weighed about 150 pounds. Shorter or longer RV would be less or more weight.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-23-2019, 09:53 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 21,937
Posted By lajuene
I'm going to look into snap pads. Right now we...

I'm going to look into snap pads. Right now we have these which have been great but snap pads would be great for a lot of spots where it's not too soft.
...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-23-2019, 09:52 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 16,419
Posted By lajuene
Thank you. That clears it up for me.

Thank you. That clears it up for me.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-20-2019, 09:22 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 16,419
Posted By lajuene
Oh ok. That's not my size. Wonder why AH37 is not...

Oh ok. That's not my size. Wonder why AH37 is not available in 275/80R 22.5"
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-15-2019, 03:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 821
Posted By lajuene
We have a similar coach and have been full timing...

We have a similar coach and have been full timing for 7 years. We love it mostly for the floor plan. If you like the floorplan I think you'd be happy with that coach. Floorplan is probably the most...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-15-2019, 12:25 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 16,419
Posted By lajuene
When I asked dmca for an estimate the AH37's...

When I asked dmca for an estimate the AH37's we're not on the list they gave me. Only the ones in my post above. How long ago did you get yours?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-13-2019, 12:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 16,419
Posted By lajuene
I'm thinking of getting the AH22 tires for my...

I'm thinking of getting the AH22 tires for my 2004 Winnebago Vectra. FMCA has a tire discount for Hankook too like they do for Michelin. We have Michelin's now but the good reviews on Hankook and the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-20-2019, 11:12 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 30,008
Posted By lajuene
I agree. That's why we got the flex armour too....

I agree. That's why we got the flex armour too. Price hurt but we plan on keeping this rig for many years and we full-time so it's worth it.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-19-2019, 10:44 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,522
Posted By lajuene
Ours uses ac amps on level 1=5amps, level 5=8amps...

Ours uses ac amps on level 1=5amps, level 5=8amps and level 10=14 amps. Multiply by 20 to get approximate DC amps. We use our exclusively even when boondocking.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-19-2019, 10:35 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 30,008
Posted By lajuene
RV Armour is one company. RV flex armour is...

RV Armour is one company.
RV flex armour is another company.
They both have good reviews but RV flex armour is much much thicker and is done at a shop.
RV Armour is done where ever you are but...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 03-18-2019, 06:05 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 20,890
Posted By lajuene
Must have been a long time ago. It's been fully...

Must have been a long time ago. It's been fully paved for s while now except any areas being repaved. Just like every other state. Now that's just the Alaskan highway. Many other roads are also...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 03-18-2019, 03:03 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 20,890
Posted By lajuene
It's all the same as driving in the lower 48....

It's all the same as driving in the lower 48. Some roads great some poor. Only difference is that you drive way more miles overall. It's like 2 or 3 years of driving crammed into one trip of a month...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-17-2019, 12:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,336
Posted By lajuene
I also want to replace it. Will watch the answers

I also want to replace it. Will watch the answers
Forum: Just Conversation 03-17-2019, 11:13 AM
Replies: 41
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Views: 4,692
Posted By lajuene
Agree on eadibles

Agree on eadibles
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-17-2019, 11:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 587
Posted By lajuene
We have the 2004 vectra with basement air and we...

We have the 2004 vectra with basement air and we have found parts and service easily. Even replaced whole unit about 3 or 4 years ago. At that time the forums we're saying "can't replace or get...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-11-2019, 10:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,762
Posted By lajuene
Our 40 foot application of RV roof.com's...

Our 40 foot application of RV roof.com's flex-armour is about 135lbs.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-10-2019, 10:56 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 30,008
Posted By lajuene
It looks great and we are very happy with the...

It looks great and we are very happy with the finished roof.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-10-2019, 10:55 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 30,008
Posted By lajuene
No changes noticed yet but it's only been 6 weeks...

No changes noticed yet but it's only been 6 weeks with it. We also had them spray over the shower bubble top cover. Makes it darker for sleeping in Walmarts and full moon nights.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-10-2019, 01:15 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,762
Posted By lajuene
It's easy to confuse the 2 places. RV ARMOUR is...

It's easy to confuse the 2 places. RV ARMOUR is the painted on thin coating and rvroof.com is 3/8" thick sprayed on and is called flex-armour. Rvroof.com was fist and I'm thinking the new company RV...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-10-2019, 01:09 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,762
Posted By lajuene
Yes, that's where we had it done about 6 weeks...

Yes, that's where we had it done about 6 weeks ago. They did excellent work.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-09-2019, 06:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,762
Posted By lajuene
We also recently had the rvroof.com treatment. We...

We also recently had the rvroof.com treatment. We wrote about it at the post titled "RV Armour" which is the name of a different coating but that is where I posted our extensive blog links with many...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-09-2019, 06:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,753
Posted By lajuene
I had a post here about our experience with...

I had a post here about our experience with rvroof
Com recently. It got moved to a post titled "RV Armour"
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-09-2019, 06:51 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 30,008
Posted By lajuene
I had a post here but it got moved to a different...

I had a post here but it got moved to a different post called "RV Armour". You can read about our experience with rvroof.com
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-09-2019, 06:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,797
Posted By lajuene
My post got moved to the post "RV Armour" if...

My post got moved to the post "RV Armour" if anyone wants to read our experience with rvroof.com
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-08-2019, 08:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,642
Posted By lajuene
I have not but I researched them and rvflex...

I have not but I researched them and rvflex armour which is at rvroof.com. we decided on rvroof because it's much much thicker but it's also much more expensive. Both have pretty good reviews...
Forum: Boondocking 03-07-2019, 09:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,646
Posted By lajuene
We've been using overnightrvparking.com for about...

We've been using overnightrvparking.com for about 7 years and we've only had to pay for 2 years. That's because every time you stay at one of the places you can go to the site and click a couple...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-24-2019, 05:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 957
Posted By lajuene
Agree. Vectra will not air up unless you hit...

Agree. Vectra will not air up unless you hit "store" so you can start engine while levelled with slides out. We have done it a few times. Our is 2004.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-24-2019, 04:57 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 11,945
Posted By lajuene
We have this white noise machine. Had it for 7...

We have this white noise machine. Had it for 7 years of full timing. You can get a battery pack too for use away from electric power like tenting. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-24-2019, 04:43 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 11,945
Posted By lajuene
Also use white noise machine. It's just one of...

Also use white noise machine. It's just one of those things. Better than a barking dog.
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 02-20-2019, 01:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,462
Posted By lajuene
We do 105 front and 90 rear. The charts have a...

We do 105 front and 90 rear. The charts have a range so you can choose. Lower is smoother riding. Just keep it at or above the minimums.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-20-2019, 01:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,762
Posted By lajuene
Do you mean Vectra?

Do you mean Vectra?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-20-2019, 01:14 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,794
Posted By lajuene
Hopefully this is not the new norm but it is...

Hopefully this is not the new norm but it is still better than upstate NY. Although a couple weeks ago it was a tad warmer there than Quartzsite, AZ. That just ain't right.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-20-2019, 10:55 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,794
Posted By lajuene
I know what you mean. Been a terrible winter in...

I know what you mean. Been a terrible winter in Quartzsite for weather, solar, and morning walks. Too wet, too cold, too cloudy. We remember our past Winters in Q and they we're ALL sunnier and...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-16-2019, 05:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,592
Posted By lajuene
2004 vectra. Should be the same I think. Outside...

2004 vectra. Should be the same I think. Outside driver side first compartment is a couple fuse boxes. When mine stopped working I just cleaned the fuses and they worked fine again. Inside each fuse...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-13-2019, 06:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,691
Posted By lajuene
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