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Desiday · 07-05-2020, 01:15 PM

To those of you that have had to take your Winnebago/Itasca Motor Home to a RV service center to be repaired, who is it hat is you would recommend within 100 mile radius of Harrisburg, PA in south-central PA? What were your experiences/issues, and were they resolved. Also, who would you not recommend? I am having electrical issues in my 2015 Ellipse.

Lv2Roam2 · 07-05-2020, 01:57 PM

There's a lot of us with the same or sister coach - if you're interested, share your issue - we may be able to help.

Otherwise - you might also look at mobile tech services in your area. In my travels in PA to visit the kids I've not found an RV Service Center I'd recommend.

bobmac · 07-08-2020, 04:28 PM

If your electrical issues are with the coach and not the Freightliner chassis, your best bet is to make an appointment with the Winnebago factory service center in Forest City, IA. It might be further than you want to travel but your coach should be properly repaired there with the factory expertise available. The wiring in the coach is complex and I suspect there are very few places and even fewer techs capable of fixing it properly the first time. Alternatively, all the Winnebago wiring diagrams for their coaches are available on line so if you are inclined, a DIY repair is possible if you can read wiring diagrams. Good luck,

Desiday · 07-09-2020, 06:26 AM

Bobmac, I have thought about making the trek to the factory. Have you ever done that?

bobmac · 07-09-2020, 06:57 AM

Desiday
Have been to the factory multiple times. You will find people from all across the country there for service - particularly if it is a significant job. They have a massive parts warehouse adjacent to the service facility so there is no waiting should parts be needed.
Lots of free camping in their rally grounds with water and a dump stations available. The techs have experience in all aspects of repair and you will get in and out quickly. It is a very busy repair location for all owners. They take appointments months in advance so are busy particularly during the spring, summer and fall.
That said, if you cannot get an appointment you can arrive and get on the waiting list- a first come, first served list. Mondays are busiest and most usually get in before the end of the week so be prepared to get yourself on the list first thing on Monday and enjoy the area until your turn comes up. Good luck !