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Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-20-2015, 05:46 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,502
Posted By zippo
I know a lot of people love their Bilsteins...

I know a lot of people love their Bilsteins shocks. But at 18,000 miles mine were wore out and I had terrible wander. After replacing the shocks the wander was gone.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-10-2015, 07:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 669
Posted By zippo
The check valve on the backside of the heater is...

The check valve on the backside of the heater is most likely causing the buzzing sound.
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 05-30-2015, 04:55 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,613
Posted By zippo
I've had Koni and Bilstein both on the same...

I've had Koni and Bilstein both on the same chassis and find the Koni to give a much better ride. The Bilstein to me give a harsh ride compared to the Koni. Having said that I have a good friend...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-19-2015, 09:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,018
Posted By zippo
My old Roadmaster 5250 use to be a pain to get...

My old Roadmaster 5250 use to be a pain to get the pins out. But the All-Terrain I have now is usually very easy to release.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-31-2015, 05:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,252
Posted By zippo
We had a 2000 Winnie that had electric problems...

We had a 2000 Winnie that had electric problems with the WH about the same as yours. I ended up pulling the heater, not a bad job, but just take your time. On the backside of my heater was another...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-21-2015, 11:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,266
Posted By zippo
I have a good friend that was having step...

I have a good friend that was having step problems and had to run it to the dealer 2 or 3 times for repair. I joked with him one day asking if he was riding the step up and down like a kid playing...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 02-18-2015, 09:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,845
Posted By zippo
The Engine Control Module (ECM) the label with...

The Engine Control Module (ECM) the label with the code or number is affixed to the Module housing. To the best of my knowledge the label is on the module when the ECM is installed at the factory....
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 02-17-2015, 01:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,845
Posted By zippo
I think what you are trying to locate is under...

I think what you are trying to locate is under the hood and located on the side where the brake booster is. (usually a metal box with light fins molded on it). Code needed many times when adding a...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 02-12-2015, 11:55 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 10,375
Posted By zippo
I carry a 22.5 unmounted tire and store it under...

I carry a 22.5 unmounted tire and store it under the bed. This size tire can be hard to come by on the road if needed. I can no longer change it myself. So if I needed a change I would need to...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-01-2015, 07:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,074
Posted By zippo
On my 2000 I had the same problem. I just cut...

On my 2000 I had the same problem. I just cut the hole larger, The cover disk still covered the hole ok.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-29-2015, 10:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,009
Posted By zippo
On ours I ended up removing the shroud that...

On ours I ended up removing the shroud that covers the steering column. Once I found the port I don't think I could have plugged into it without removing the shroud.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 01-28-2015, 03:45 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 7,749
Posted By zippo
My neighbors Saturn did the same thing a few...

My neighbors Saturn did the same thing a few years back. He bought a brand new Saturn, had tow brackets installed (brand unknown). At about a 1500 miles of tow miles he was on I-75 headed for...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 01-27-2015, 07:31 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 7,749
Posted By zippo
Lost the car

Runaway Car! (https://www.wkrg.com/story/27946431/runaway-car) This happened not to far from us. I didn't see it but heard the story on local news.
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 01-25-2015, 03:34 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 29,387
Posted By zippo
IMHO Blistiens are the stiffest, Koni are not...

IMHO
Blistiens are the stiffest,
Koni are not as stiff,
Monroe are the softest, but not sure of there durability.
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 01-25-2015, 02:38 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 29,387
Posted By zippo
Correct.

Correct.
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 01-25-2015, 02:28 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 29,387
Posted By zippo
The last I talked to Koni they did not make an...

The last I talked to Koni they did not make an adjustable for the Ford F-53 chassis, check it out before ordering if what you want is an adjustable shock.
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 01-25-2015, 02:16 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 29,387
Posted By zippo
Both are 36' and on the same frame. Both are...

Both are 36' and on the same frame. Both are very close in general on weight. But are not the same brand. I'm not positive, but last I talked to Koni they did not have an adjustable shock for the...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 01-25-2015, 09:12 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 29,387
Posted By zippo
Same # as the ones I installed on our 2008. A...

Same # as the ones I installed on our 2008. A friend put Monroe on his 2007 and I like the feel better than Koni (softer ride).
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-13-2015, 11:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,943
Posted By zippo
Type in "Winnebago rust problems" in Google. You...

Type in "Winnebago rust problems" in Google. You will quickly see you don't have a rust problem compared to some Winnebago owners.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-11-2015, 08:35 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,907
Posted By zippo
Sort of sounds like your cold water input to the...

Sort of sounds like your cold water input to the water heater is frozen. Try to open the high pressure safety valve handle a little to see if you have pressure within the heater. If you can, put a...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 01-04-2015, 08:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,389
Posted By zippo
What years had the remote filter. I don't...

What years had the remote filter. I don't remember seeing one on my 2007 chassis.
Forum: Forum 101 | Announcements | Forum Concerns 12-31-2014, 08:30 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,249
Posted By zippo
Running Windows 8.1, Firefox 34.0 and same...

Running Windows 8.1, Firefox 34.0 and same problems as most others are having. Site seems to be working well this morning.
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 12-14-2014, 08:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,870
Posted By zippo
On our 2000 model the wires to the button became...

On our 2000 model the wires to the button became pinched inside the steering column. I ended up at the Ford dealer.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-12-2014, 06:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,581
Posted By zippo
Just my idea on the leak. My 2008 has leaked...

Just my idea on the leak. My 2008 has leaked from day one new. Dealer and I have applied sealer a number of times thinking we got it this time. I've sealed it and let it sit 4 to 6 months and never...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 12-06-2014, 07:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,155
Posted By zippo
I would say to drive it over to your local Ford...

I would say to drive it over to your local Ford dealer and show them your problem. Then if the bolt was over torqued and stripped it's their problem not yours.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-03-2014, 07:35 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 13,238
Posted By zippo
The Ford Focus is a very good car to tow. It's...

The Ford Focus is a very good car to tow. It's light weight, gets very good fuel mileage . We have towed 3 over the years, a 2000, a 2006 wagon and now a 2014 Hatchback.
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 11-24-2014, 12:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 15,038
Posted By zippo
I would say first off do one thing at a time. Get...

I would say first off do one thing at a time. Get the coach so it rides level. drive it to see if the rocking remains. If so are the shocks on it now the originals? If so with the miles on it,...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-21-2014, 12:35 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,893
Posted By zippo
Yes all are full hookup. But many of the sites...

Yes all are full hookup. But many of the sites require 20 to 30 foot of sewer hose to reach if you back up to the end of the site as most do. Also the first half of the sites on Bobcat rd. can be...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-12-2014, 08:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,662
Posted By zippo
Yes I also see the day to day log, am I suppose...

Yes I also see the day to day log, am I suppose to add these all up to get my total used to date?? According to Verizon I am suppose to see the total used and total left of my 20 gb limit.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-12-2014, 07:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,662
Posted By zippo
Mine just shows 0.0 KB ...

Mine just shows 0.0 KB of 0 used.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-12-2014, 07:24 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,662
Posted By zippo
Millenicom to Verizon and data usage ???

For those of you that originally had internet usage through Millenicom and have switched direct to Verizon now. When you go to My Verizon do you show any data usage?? I have called Verizon and been...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-30-2014, 08:32 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 806
Posted By zippo
? for old Millenicom now going to Verizon

I have a question for those that use to have Millenicom Hotspots and were forced to go with Verizon. I see on several forums about calling Verizon at 800-233-8974 and being offered a one year...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 10-16-2014, 06:40 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,864
Posted By zippo
Also I would check the torque on the lug nuts.

Also I would check the torque on the lug nuts.
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 10-05-2014, 07:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,134
Posted By zippo
I think the answer to the best ride you can get...

I think the answer to the best ride you can get with the Ford chassis is install Air Suspension seats, especially if one has back or other medical problems aggravated by the rough ride. For about a...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 10-01-2014, 06:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,166
Posted By zippo
Very common with king pins,raise the front end up...

Very common with king pins,raise the front end up to take the weight off, it should have no problem taking grease then. Once it takes grease turn the wheels side to side a couple of times and grease...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-28-2014, 10:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,063
Posted By zippo
I carry an unmounted tire under the bed. Reason...

I carry an unmounted tire under the bed. Reason I carry it is because my size tire can be hard to come by in some places either new or used. In my younger days I could mount or dismount but now...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-15-2014, 06:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 590
Posted By zippo
Several years ago on a 2000 model if I remember...

Several years ago on a 2000 model if I remember right had a similar problem. But if I read you right you can not open the door from inside or out. Mine there was a opening about 3/4" covered by a...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-10-2014, 12:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,017
Posted By zippo
Mine is on a Ford chassis, but I can't see or get...

Mine is on a Ford chassis, but I can't see or get my hand to the connector without removing the lower part of the steering column shroud.
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-03-2014, 01:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,395
Posted By zippo
On my 07 the port is about mid way down the...

On my 07 the port is about mid way down the steering column on the right hand side. I can't not see or get to the port without removing part of the steering column shroud.
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 08-31-2014, 10:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,422
Posted By zippo
Just my thoughts on the ride. When I had the...

Just my thoughts on the ride. When I had the Blisteins and did the CHF I didn't see as the harshness of the ride changed. But a great difference in the side to side roll. The Blistein gave a harsh...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-29-2014, 06:10 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,778
Posted By zippo
Saw this talked about on another forum. I think...

Saw this talked about on another forum. I think the best solution I saw was this one below.

My tank use to have the same siphon problem. Where my vent exits the top of the fresh water tank it...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-21-2014, 05:01 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 495
Posted By zippo
35L bedroom slide access???

I have a 2008 35L. The bedroom slide has started to get jumpy when going out. It almost sounds like something has come loose and catches in the mechanism when going out. Usually coming in, it...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-17-2014, 02:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,798
Posted By zippo
This might be what your thinking of: gutter...

This might be what your thinking of: gutter (https://www.bbrv.dreamstation.com/gutter.html)
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-13-2014, 05:43 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,408
Posted By zippo
Our big concern with floor plan is to be useable...

Our big concern with floor plan is to be useable without having to have the slides out. Nothing worst than stopping for lunch and having to put a slide out to get the fridge door open. Or want to...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-13-2014, 04:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,719
Posted By zippo
You might try putting a wide tape over the crack...

You might try putting a wide tape over the crack all the way around the door and over any trim edges on the outside near the area the wind noise is coming from. Take a piece of cardboard about 6"...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-09-2014, 06:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,544
Posted By zippo
Several years back I had Velac mirrors that shook...

Several years back I had Velac mirrors that shook so bad I could hardly drive at night with car lights behind me, every thing was a blur. I called Velvac as the motorhome was new and they sent me...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-09-2014, 06:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 781
Posted By zippo
Forget that crazy idea. I just tried it on a...

Forget that crazy idea. I just tried it on a known leak and it showed nothing.
Guess I was just looking for the easy cheap way out.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-09-2014, 05:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 781
Posted By zippo
Pressurize for water leak test

Just a thought. Would you think 2 Fantastic fans drawing in would pressurize enough to do a leak test?? I know when they are both on high drawing in you can feel the pressure when you open or close...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-05-2014, 08:43 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,594
Posted By zippo
I think it's one of those things if you never had...

I think it's one of those things if you never had it you won't miss not having it. But for me our first motorhome back in 1999 had one. We have two since and I wouldn't buy a motorhome without a...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-03-2014, 06:20 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,218
Posted By zippo
A follow up to my 8/1 install. In light to heavy...

A follow up to my 8/1 install. In light to heavy rain the extensions do deflect the water flow mostly away from the side window. But my big complaint was the morning dew dripping down the glass. ...
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