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Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-06-2024, 02:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 632
Posted By davismills
The charger is behind the power distribution...

The charger is behind the power distribution panel. I've replaced mine with a much better charger than the stock one Winnebago had installed. The old one was frying my batteries. TURN ALL Power...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-20-2024, 03:23 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 453
Posted By davismills
Trouble reserving campsites

Some background information first:

We're in the process of selling our house and downsizing to an apartment in a CCRC. The apartment will not be completed until Oct of 2024. We want to take...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-05-2024, 03:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 886
Posted By davismills
IF you're describing weep hole covers then go...

IF you're describing weep hole covers then go here:
https://leisurervparts.com/left-side-window-weep-hole-cover-driver/

IF you're describing glazing rubber seals then go here:...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-26-2023, 01:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 911
Posted By davismills
Just curious what brand of frig you have in your...

Just curious what brand of frig you have in your RV. I had a Norcold and the fan is kinda hidden behind the coils. You might be able to access it from the top vent panel on your frig. My fan had a...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-31-2023, 01:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 729
Posted By davismills
See page nine of the Service Manual below. ...

See page nine of the Service Manual below.

Sounds like a bad relay on the pump or a bad ground or, as mentioned, a blown inline fuse.

https://www.hwhcorp.com/ml13514.pdf
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-02-2023, 10:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 791
Posted By davismills
I just bought and successfully installed the one...

I just bought and successfully installed the one below. This is the second time I've replaced in 11 years. I'd suggest pulling your existing faulty one and look closely at this one making sure the...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-06-2023, 02:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 664
Posted By davismills
I had a similar problem with my coach when I...

I had a similar problem with my coach when I first purchased it in 2011. When the engine was hot (like at a gas station for refueling) it would not start unless we boosted it from the house...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-22-2023, 05:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 556
Posted By davismills
Thought I'd follow-up with the final solution. ...

Thought I'd follow-up with the final solution.

When Winnebago installed the Precision Circuits Mini-PCS they ran from one breaker to the load side of PCS. Hanging off the L2 side of the PCS is...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-19-2023, 02:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 556
Posted By davismills
Luckily my RV is stored very close to my home. ...

Luckily my RV is stored very close to my home.

I just removed the Trik-L-Charger and no change.

Pulled the panel and tightened all hot/neutrals/grounds and that appears to have resolved the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-19-2023, 01:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 556
Posted By davismills
I agree, but it's the only thing that works. I...

I agree, but it's the only thing that works. I know it comes to life because my one place panel goes from 12.4 to 14.6 indicating that charging has finally begun.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-19-2023, 12:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 556
Posted By davismills
Converter Issue

Problem: My converter has to be "prompted" to turn on by tripping every A/C circuit breaker on/off, whether on shore or generator power.

Background: A few months ago, I replaced the converter...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-03-2023, 01:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 674
Posted By davismills
ATS Malfunction?

I normally exercise the generator once per month for about an hour under load.

My normal procedure is to start the coach (alternator is charging house batteries) and then start the generator. ...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 01-03-2023, 05:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,518
Posted By davismills
This is a long shot but worth mentioning. My...

This is a long shot but worth mentioning.

My 2011 Sightseer had an emergency start rocker switch with THREE positions.

Up = Emergency start.
Middle = Alternator is ISOLATED from house...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-24-2022, 04:03 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,284
Posted By davismills
All my computers have been purchased refurbished....

All my computers have been purchased refurbished. Usually from TigerDirect.

Just bought my wife an "all in one" Lenovo for $400.00. Works like a champ but did require some tinkering with the...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-14-2022, 05:11 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,181
Posted By davismills
You've been given great advice and I have only...

You've been given great advice and I have only one "wild card" to throw out there.

My Aux Start switch was a 3 way that I found out about the hard way. I stopped at a gas station and the coach...
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 03-01-2022, 04:57 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,842
Posted By davismills
Exactly what I do!

Exactly what I do!
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-21-2022, 04:34 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 9,735
Posted By davismills
At the sticks and bricks we have Netflix, Hulu,...

At the sticks and bricks we have Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Britbox, and an OTA antenna in the attic. We use a service called PlayOn that allows us to record shows from the aforementioned...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-08-2022, 01:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 643
Posted By davismills
If memory serves me correctly, the fan has a...

If memory serves me correctly, the fan has a small fuse that's accessible from underneath.

The fuse holder looks like the link below.
...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-07-2021, 03:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,989
Posted By davismills
Trying running the chassis engine while...

Trying running the chassis engine while attempting to bring the slide in. Kinda sounds like a dead battery.

Check the following: On the driver's side basement compartment (where the LP gas tank...
Forum: Vintage RV's 05-26-2021, 02:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,630
Posted By davismills
Seatech, AquaLock, and Watts are well known for...

Seatech, AquaLock, and Watts are well known for their marine plumbing fittings.

https://www.watts.com/aqualock-marine
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 05-01-2021, 01:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 897
Posted By davismills
Did you use a pressure reducer from the city...

Did you use a pressure reducer from the city water into your coach?
Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 02-28-2021, 01:17 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,641
Posted By davismills
VERY nice! Enjoy and safe travels.

VERY nice! Enjoy and safe travels.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-09-2021, 02:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,086
Posted By davismills
Google Auto Tech Adhesive removal. I used it to...

Google Auto Tech Adhesive removal. I used it to remove the glue underneath the DS. Expensive, but it works.
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 02-07-2021, 02:36 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,645
Posted By davismills
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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-17-2021, 01:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 874
Posted By davismills
It sounds like the check valve on the water pump...

It sounds like the check valve on the water pump has failed. The water pumps have a built-in check valve. Mine failed a few weeks ago and it caused the water storage tank to fill up and overflow. ...
Forum: Just Conversation 01-06-2021, 09:07 AM
Replies: 4,339
Views: 222,234
Posted By davismills
"Measure it with a micrometer, mark it with a...

"Measure it with a micrometer, mark it with a pencil and cut it with an ax."
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-06-2021, 02:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 605
Posted By davismills
When the space gets tight for crimps, you might...

When the space gets tight for crimps, you might consider SharkBite fittings as well. They're rated for "behind the wall" installation in homes but can't vouch for their durability in an RV.

I...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-08-2020, 03:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,772
Posted By davismills
Just curious what type of rooftop air conditioner...

Just curious what type of rooftop air conditioner is in your coach.

The motors are pretty standard. I just checked the existing motor on mine and googled for a new one. I think I paid under...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-13-2020, 06:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,577
Posted By davismills
We crack the windows before we run it and then...

We crack the windows before we run it and then fully open them (from the outside) once the timer expires. After that, we wait for about an hour or two.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-13-2020, 04:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,577
Posted By davismills
Ozone Generator

I didn't see any threads on this one and thought I'd bring it up.

My DW is a fantastic cook but over time the odors build up in the sticks and bricks and no amount of windows open refreshes the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-02-2020, 04:17 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,882
Posted By davismills
You'll love the 33C. I speak from experience as...

You'll love the 33C. I speak from experience as I have a 2011 model.

- The propane compartment is on the driver's side in an unlockable baggage compartment door. It's a bit on the small side, so...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-25-2020, 03:06 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,222
Posted By davismills
My coach has given me very few problems and I...

My coach has given me very few problems and I sympathize with your issues.

I've had to replace the two rear jacks very early in my ownership. I believe they were just a bad batch from HWH. They...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 07-19-2020, 01:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,144
Posted By davismills
Most frigs will turn off by holding the power...

Most frigs will turn off by holding the power button (on the face of the frig) until the light goes out. What type of frig do you have in this coach?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-19-2020, 12:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 784
Posted By davismills
I had this happen on mine a few years ago. Your...

I had this happen on mine a few years ago. Your drain ports (that dribble out on the roof) are probably clogged up. Just remove the shroud and the front panel and you should be able to see the pan...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-12-2020, 08:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,230
Posted By davismills
Mine did the same thing. I replaced the motor...

Mine did the same thing. I replaced the motor and cleaned up all the moving parts. Used an electric window motor that worked perfectly and was much cheaper than the Kwikee part.
...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 07-12-2020, 08:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,249
Posted By davismills
X1 with Playon. We "record" everything from...

X1 with Playon. We "record" everything from Netflix, Hulu and Amazon prime to a portable hard drive. We simply take the hard drive when we go camping and plug it directly into the TV's USB port and...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 07-11-2020, 10:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 655
Posted By davismills
I had the same issues a few months ago. I bought...

I had the same issues a few months ago. I bought an RG-6 crimping tool and replaced all the splitters, couplers, and connections I could find and that fixed my problem.

I know this doesn't fully...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-10-2020, 01:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,138
Posted By davismills
I like it. I got real lazy looking at that...

I like it. I got real lazy looking at that "relaxation machine". I think I just put on 2 lbs.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-04-2020, 09:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,798
Posted By davismills
I installed two on my Coleman Mach series ACs. ...

I installed two on my Coleman Mach series ACs. Expensive, but I can hear TV now. I never had the "dump" feature, so I didn't miss it.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-22-2020, 01:13 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 12,293
Posted By davismills
I can't speak for the Macon area CW other than...

I can't speak for the Macon area CW other than purchasing supplies.

The other two RV dealers just across I-75 are superb, however. MidState RV and Camper's Inn. They both have EXCELLENT service...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-02-2020, 03:46 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 10,824
Posted By davismills
80 percent real glass and dishware. We separate...

80 percent real glass and dishware. We separate with a springy thin shelf lining material to reduce rattles and breakage. Don't care for plastic stuff except the ubiquitous red solo cups.:D
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 03-31-2020, 04:23 AM
Replies: 501
Views: 47,971
Posted By davismills
We brought the RV back to the sticks and bricks...

We brought the RV back to the sticks and bricks to give it a good wash about 2 weeks ago. We had plans for a number of short spring trips, but we've pretty much cancelled any plans for spring and...
Forum: Just Conversation 03-14-2020, 03:11 AM
Replies: 267
Views: 41,907
Posted By davismills
Similar situation for me as Medicare kicks in...

Similar situation for me as Medicare kicks in next month. I will be at $144.00 per month and Medicare has already billed me for the first quarter of coverage for $432.00. I've not applied for...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 03-11-2020, 03:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,956
Posted By davismills
I pulled this from your owner's manual. ...

I pulled this from your owner's manual.

NOTE: The booster must be on for ANT (green light will appear) and off for the cable. The booster is
located in the front, right cabinet of your unit. If...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 02-04-2020, 03:39 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,390
Posted By davismills
When we flew overseas trips in the C-141, we...

When we flew overseas trips in the C-141, we regularly hosted Air Force Academy cadets (Zoomies) on their summer breaks.

Since we had a bottle filling auxiliary oxygen port by one of the seats, we...
Forum: Just Conversation 12-07-2019, 02:31 AM
Replies: 427
Views: 72,705
Posted By davismills
I was raised on a farm in NC. High school...

I was raised on a farm in NC. High school juniors and seniors were allowed to drive the school buses. I believe the job paid minimum wage at 3 hours per day. The "drivers" kept the buses parked at...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-06-2019, 04:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 741
Posted By davismills
TPMS was causing my slow leak.

TPMS was causing my slow leak.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 11-26-2019, 03:30 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 19,021
Posted By davismills
Just remember that the unofficial speed limit...

Just remember that the unofficial speed limit through downtown Atlanta is 100 MPH, but you can get away with 110.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-18-2019, 02:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,961
Posted By davismills
Snip-the-tip did not work for me and I'm not sure...

Snip-the-tip did not work for me and I'm not sure why. I bought a "traditional" thermistor and have had no further problems.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-16-2019, 03:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,060
Posted By davismills
You really should pull the cover and get the part...

You really should pull the cover and get the part number off of the existing motor. I replaced mine on a Coleman Mach 8. About a one hour job and it's a tight fit, but can be accomplished. I paid...
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