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Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-02-2023, 03:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 233
Posted By Ralph A
Flourescent light tubes

I want to change my 36" flourescent lights to the new GE LED Replacement bulbs. The package says the LEDs are a direct replacement if the lights have a compatable ballist. It warns that if the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-19-2022, 09:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 485
Posted By Ralph A
Scott, thanks for the reply. I replaced the...

Scott, thanks for the reply. I replaced the original Puck lights with the G-4 LED but I had to remove the the cast metal reflector. No problem because the LED does't need a reflector or a heatsink.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-14-2022, 09:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 480
Posted By Ralph A
Thanks, the info was very helpful. I need to work...

Thanks, the info was very helpful. I need to work on my search skills because when I tried searching for that info I came up empty.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-13-2022, 03:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 480
Posted By Ralph A
GE Profile Advanttium 120

Has anyone replaced the original microwave-convection oven in a 2005 Itasca Horizon? The model # of the current unit is SCA1001HSS-01 and I come up with the replacement would be PSA9120SPSS. This...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-10-2022, 07:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 485
Posted By Ralph A
Your correct, you gave me the solution back in...

Your correct, you gave me the solution back in 2019 and once again you solved it. I forgot I got the original solution from IRV2. Thanks again!
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-10-2022, 05:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 485
Posted By Ralph A
Puck Lights

Does anyone know how to remove the metal reflector inside the puck light. These are the original halogen bulbs which I'm removing & installing LED bulbs. In order to complete this task, I need to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-16-2022, 04:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 966
Posted By Ralph A
I think you're on target with checking the...

I think you're on target with checking the voltage at the pump. I wish I could, but I'm phyisically not capable of doing it. At this point I'll either have the pump replaced or live with it until I...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-11-2022, 02:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 966
Posted By Ralph A
We first notice the failure while the engine is...

We first notice the failure while the engine is running, then with the engine off, then with the rig plugged into shore power. If I connect to city water, then shut the city water off, the pump will...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-10-2022, 12:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 966
Posted By Ralph A
David has it correct. It works correctly when...

David has it correct. It works correctly when parked and the city water off.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-08-2022, 07:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 966
Posted By Ralph A
Fresh water pump mystery

My fresh water pump works fine when the coach is parked. When we are on the road, the pump quits working. when not working, I can't hear it running although it's possible it runs but I can't hear it....
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-16-2021, 04:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 680
Posted By Ralph A
Problem seems to have been resolved by Verizon....

Problem seems to have been resolved by Verizon. They notified me that they are working on it and now everything appears to be back to normal. I have no idea what they did, but I'm happy with the...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-15-2021, 07:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 680
Posted By Ralph A
I think you're correct that it's a band width...

I think you're correct that it's a band width issue although Verizon has not come to any resolution yet. I'm re-establishing my business and running at a loss, so increasing costs is out at this...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-15-2021, 06:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 680
Posted By Ralph A
Mike625 - I do not have the phones running off...

Mike625 - I do not have the phones running off the JetPack. The JetPack will show all the devices are connected, but the computers show "no internet service". Occasionally the computers will show...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-15-2021, 06:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 680
Posted By Ralph A
Tried that with no success.

Tried that with no success.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-13-2021, 05:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 680
Posted By Ralph A
Verizon cell data erratic

I'm in a Florida park for a few months doing taxes remotely. Cellular internet service is critical. I use a JetPack for two Windows 10 computers, printer & scanner, plus two Android smart phones. The...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-30-2020, 06:16 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,953
Posted By Ralph A
Mine is the Cummins ISL 400 HP engine,

Mine is the Cummins ISL 400 HP engine,
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-28-2020, 07:36 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,953
Posted By Ralph A
I went in for excessive smoke and they found the...

I went in for excessive smoke and they found the turbo wastegate broke, but that did not solve the smoke problem. The service was provided by a reputable Freightliner service center and was confirmed...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-26-2020, 12:32 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,953
Posted By Ralph A
Diesel fluid additive (not DEF)

I've using diesel additive with every diesel fill-up for the last 20+ yrs. Original decision to use it was a concern with fuel gelling at low temps. That's no longer a concern. Most products claim...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-13-2020, 04:34 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 24,026
Posted By Ralph A
MH Tag Cost

This is the one expense that surprised me when we made our domicile South Dakota. $397.00 for the 2020 registration. We were originally from NY and the registration on the same RV was about $60.00...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-28-2019, 01:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,453
Posted By Ralph A
Problem solved. Went back to the local service...

Problem solved. Went back to the local service center and they found a corroded electrical connector.
Thanks for previous input.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-24-2019, 06:37 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,453
Posted By Ralph A
I talked to Paul Maddox early in the process. HWH...

I talked to Paul Maddox early in the process. HWH parts dept finally returned my call but only after I had determined the correct model number of the control panel. I was told that they would need to...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-24-2019, 06:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,453
Posted By Ralph A
I wish I knew that before I called HWH. BTW, I...

I wish I knew that before I called HWH. BTW, I did talk to Paul Maddox, he gave me some diagnostic tips as well as putting me onto the Service Manual vs the Owners Manual.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-18-2019, 04:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,453
Posted By Ralph A
This is turning into a monster. As mentioned...

This is turning into a monster. As mentioned earlier, I decided to have the coach serviced professionally so I drove it 20 miles to the service facility without the air bags inflated. I originally...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-18-2019, 08:07 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,453
Posted By Ralph A
I decided to take the RV to a service facility...

I decided to take the RV to a service facility and I can assure you that the airbags did NOT inflate. It was 20 miles of bouncing & banging at a top speed of 20 mph
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-15-2019, 11:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,453
Posted By Ralph A
I have the 625 model. I just found out that I...

I have the 625 model.
I just found out that I gave you bad info earlier. When I tested for power to the solenoid I had a bad ground so it indicated no power. I retested at the solenoid connection...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-15-2019, 11:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,453
Posted By Ralph A
I have had this rig for 14 yrs and didn't know...

I have had this rig for 14 yrs and didn't know the top step also lifted. Thanks for the info it makes working on the HWH unit so much easier.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-14-2019, 07:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,453
Posted By Ralph A
I can't tell if I have power to the control board...

I can't tell if I have power to the control board fuses because I had to remove the HWH control box to get at the fuses. I did check for power to the solenoid and found none.
My HWH unit is under my...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-13-2019, 08:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,453
Posted By Ralph A
HWH Touch Panel Dead

In the process of lowering my jacks the touch panel died. It acted like the main fuse blew. Where is the main fuse for the HWH system on my 2005 Itasca Horizon?
HWH said the fuses are in the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-14-2019, 10:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,110
Posted By Ralph A
Chris, Worked perfectly. Just as you said, a...

Chris,
Worked perfectly. Just as you said, a little nudge and out it came. Thanks so very much for your help.
About an hour before I read your post, I sent the lamps that bought from Amazon back...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-13-2019, 07:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,110
Posted By Ralph A
Your method looks like to solution to my problem....

Your method looks like to solution to my problem. I tried the same lamp you are using and returned it because it was too big. Removing the reflector would certainly do the trick. I just tied to...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-13-2019, 11:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,110
Posted By Ralph A
G4 LED Bi-Pin bulb

Has anyone found a G4 LED bi-pin 12v bulb that will replace the Halogen bulbs in my puck lights. My 2005 Itasca Horizon uses 14 puck lights on the ceiling or under cabinet. I tried a few LED...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-28-2018, 08:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,753
Posted By Ralph A
Intellitec Energy Management System (EMS)

The main board for my EMS has failed on my 2005 Itasca Horizon. I'm told that my current model (620) is obsolete and Intellitec has a replacement that's currently out of stock. If the replacement is...
Forum: Full-Timers 03-06-2018, 05:37 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 21,652
Posted By Ralph A
No regrets

This is our 42nd year of RVing including 5 yrs FT with S&B home and the last 8 yrs FT without a S&B home. It's difficult to watch TV and not say we've been there. Now that our age is starting to...
Forum: Full-Timers 03-04-2018, 12:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,910
Posted By Ralph A
About 30 years ago we paid $750 for a home park...

About 30 years ago we paid $750 for a home park then found out that there were parks available for $75. They issue is whether you want to use your home park regularly. The rules for home park use are...
Forum: Full-Timers 03-04-2018, 04:23 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,515
Posted By Ralph A
We're in the Texas Rio Grande Valley. The...

We're in the Texas Rio Grande Valley. The electric rate is .12/kWh & it costs us about $100/month. We use basement a/c & heat pump, waher/dryer but we have our hot water on propane because it's...
Forum: Full-Timers 03-04-2018, 04:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,910
Posted By Ralph A
We have Thousand Trails Elite (TTE) & C2C...

We have Thousand Trails Elite (TTE) & C2C Premier. With C2C Premier you can stay 7days at Classic parks, 14 days at Deluxe parks & 21 days at Primier parks. Unlike TTE, we cannot visit park to park....
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 09-10-2017, 11:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,173
Posted By Ralph A
You got it!!!!! My original account created 10+...

You got it!!!!! My original account created 10+ years ago was the one I used to create the maps. Several years ago I changed my email address and created a new Google account on my Android device....
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 09-10-2017, 10:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,173
Posted By Ralph A
Tried that

Tried that, no fix. Yes I'm signed in.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 09-09-2017, 08:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,173
Posted By Ralph A
Google Maps Disappeared

Over the years I created maps on Google Maps of all the C2C, GNP,TT, Encore, RPI, ROD & related campgrounds. For us all the free (prepaid) and discounted locations. Probably over 500 hrs of work. Now...
Forum: Full-Timers 08-29-2017, 05:10 PM
Replies: 293
Views: 51,043
Posted By Ralph A
Count me in

Count me in
Forum: Northeast Region 08-02-2017, 05:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,086
Posted By Ralph A
Meyers RV Superstores at 1000 Sanford Rd N.,...

Meyers RV Superstores at 1000 Sanford Rd N., Churchville, NY 14428 Phone: (585) 293-3000. This is located in the Rochester, NY area. During my lifetime I purchased six motor homes from Meyers mostly...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-19-2017, 05:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 404
Posted By Ralph A
Odometer Failure

I'm currently here in Gaffney, SC at the Freightliner Service Center. They did the ECM printout my extended warranty people requested. It cost me $100. Freightliner also gave me the password so I can...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-19-2017, 05:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 404
Posted By Ralph A
Don, We most certainly do miss you and your...

Don,
We most certainly do miss you and your excellent crew in Caledonia. Best of luck with whatever your current venture is.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-16-2017, 09:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 404
Posted By Ralph A
Odometer Failure

My odometer suddenly read 300+ miles when the actual reading should be about 105,000. This same situation occurred about 50,000 ago. The engine computer apparently has the correct mileage in it. When...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-12-2017, 11:03 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 758
Posted By Ralph A
Replace front TV in 2005 Horizon

It's time to replace the front TV in my 2005 Itasca Horizon AD40. I would like to replace the current Sony Trinitron 27" with the new flat screen TVs. I have no idea on how to get the Sony out let...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 03-30-2016, 05:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 961
Posted By Ralph A
DirectTV & AT&T wireless

I've been with Verizon for about 15 yrs spending way too much $. Have Jetpack, Android Smart Phone & one regular phone. Now that DirectTV owns AT&T it appears that they are offering some interesting...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 01-02-2015, 11:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,117
Posted By Ralph A
As previously noted, I installed a screen washer...

As previously noted, I installed a screen washer on the discharge end of the filter and did discover black specks. The filter was about four months old so I thought I was good to go especially when I...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 12-24-2014, 07:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,117
Posted By Ralph A
Palehourse, I would be interested in the string...

Palehourse,
I would be interested in the string filter addition to my filter system. First I'm thinking of using it after the Hydro-Life filter to see if I'm getting any specs. After that test I...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 12-24-2014, 05:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,117
Posted By Ralph A
First, I bought the coach new in 2005 and have...

First, I bought the coach new in 2005 and have always used the Hyro-Life filter. I change the filter regularly, two to four times a year. The problem shows up on both the city water and on-board...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 12-24-2014, 10:23 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,117
Posted By Ralph A
Black specs in water supply

I get black specs in our household water. We use the Hydro-Life house filter. We find black specs in the water frequently but not continuously. The specs are most noticeable in the toilet water but...
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