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jmastroianni · 12-02-2022, 08:05 AM

Hi All

I'm Joe from Flagstaff, AZ. I'm the original owner of a 2012 Winnebago Via and over the past decade I've done most of the repair/maintenance on it myself. (I let Merc do the more hairy engine stuff...) I've also made untold upgrades. These days I'm dealing with the failure of all sorts of components that are now 11 years old and, well, are at their expiration date.

Unfortunately for me, I am also 11 years older, and as time goes on, leaning into the cramped engine compartment of the Via is becoming less of a joy, and more of a trip to the ER.

Thanks for reading
Joe

MSHappyCampers · 12-02-2022, 08:34 AM

Hi Joe! Welcome to IRV2! We’re sure glad you joined the gang here!

Have fun and keep her between the ditches!

Good luck, happy trails, and God bless!

**Petro** · 12-02-2022, 08:44 AM

Joe;

We are glad you joined us. There is a wealth of RV info available to you here just by asking. Browse the forums that interest you and don't be afraid to ask questions as our members like to help when they can.

Post often and share your RV adventures with us. Enjoy the forums.

Don

D Gardiner · 12-02-2022, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by jmastroianni

Hi All

I'm Joe from Flagstaff, AZ. I'm the original owner of a 2012 Winnebago Via and over the past decade I've done most of the repair/maintenance on it myself. (I let Merc do the more hairy engine stuff...) I've also made untold upgrades. These days I'm dealing with the failure of all sorts of components that are now 11 years old and, well, are at their expiration date.

Unfortunately for me, I am also 11 years older, and as time goes on, leaning into the cramped engine compartment of the Via is becoming less of a joy, and more of a trip to the ER.

Thanks for reading
Joe

First welcome to IRV2. Glad you joined us. 11-years of RV ownership makes you a RV-Veteran. Congratulations!

I feel you. RV maintenance at age 55 is not as easy as it was, at age 25.

LynnD · 12-02-2022, 08:54 AM

Hi Joe, I share your pain ... we are going thru the same thing, especially in the sticks and bricks home!! LOL!! Welcome to IRV2! It’s good to have you here and I look forward to reading about your adventures. Sit back, relax and please, above all……stay safe out there!