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Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-19-2012, 10:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,378
Posted By JB Texas
I used the wiring kit with diodes supplied by...

I used the wiring kit with diodes supplied by Roadmaster. I had done the same on my 2000 CRV. Never had a problem with that.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-19-2012, 06:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,378
Posted By JB Texas
Again, thanks for thr info, Mavric. I was able to...

Again, thanks for thr info, Mavric. I was able to find it (I had seen it earlier but due to the shape of the plug I thought it was a bolt thru the firewall... :facepalm:) I got it wired up today and...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-17-2012, 09:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,378
Posted By JB Texas
Thanks Mavric. That's the kind of info I was...

Thanks Mavric. That's the kind of info I was looking for. Where does this hole come out in the interior? Did you have to remove any inside trim to get to it?

Thanks to everyone for their replies.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-17-2012, 01:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,378
Posted By JB Texas
2011 Honda CR-V thru firewall wiring.

Has anyone wired thru the 2011 CR-V firewall for break-away and supplemental power? :confused: I am not having a lot of luck finding a good place to do it. Honda service dept refuses to even look...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-26-2009, 04:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,595
Posted By JB Texas
I get around 7.5 - 8.0 on my UA 40J...

I get around 7.5 - 8.0 on my UA 40J...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-18-2009, 11:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,776
Posted By JB Texas
Just watched a 2005 Beaver Santiam burn because...

Just watched a 2005 Beaver Santiam burn because of a propane fire in the Norcold 1201. The owner stated he heard the propane leak alarm go off and was trying to locate the source when he heard the...
Forum: Just Conversation 02-01-2009, 05:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,721
Posted By JB Texas
Since I retired I've had trouble sleeping.... ...

Since I retired I've had trouble sleeping....

Oh, I sleep OK when I go to bed at night, usually get a full eight hours. The afternoon naps are fine too.

It's that morning nap... just cant't...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-24-2008, 08:01 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,496
Posted By JB Texas
To all 1999-2001 CR-V owners; there is a problem...

To all 1999-2001 CR-V owners; there is a problem with the valves wherin the valves can recede into and damage the cylinder head. Honda now recommends a valve adjustment at 30,000 miles, vice 105,000...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-24-2008, 08:01 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,496
Posted By JB Texas
To all 1999-2001 CR-V owners; there is a problem...

To all 1999-2001 CR-V owners; there is a problem with the valves wherin the valves can recede into and damage the cylinder head. Honda now recommends a valve adjustment at 30,000 miles, vice 105,000...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-20-2008, 08:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,043
Posted By JB Texas
John, Also take a close look at all the wiring...

John,
Also take a close look at all the wiring in the box where the start capacitors live. I had a couple of corroded wires/connectors. Replacing those cured my problems.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-16-2008, 01:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,118
Posted By JB Texas
LandHo, That is exactly what I've been looking...

LandHo,
That is exactly what I've been looking for. Thanks for the heads up.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-15-2008, 09:20 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,118
Posted By JB Texas
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content"> The TV also has fixed audio outputs, so I can connect it to the external...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-08-2008, 07:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,949
Posted By JB Texas
'02 UA 40J here. Similar problem with my A/C....

'02 UA 40J here. Similar problem with my A/C. With heat pumps working normally, when T-stat is satisfied the heat pumps shut down but fan keeps running. If I turn on/off bedroom light, hall lights,...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-02-2007, 08:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,290
Posted By JB Texas
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by RanchoVectra:
Thanks, Tom, I think you have it right. ...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-28-2007, 05:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,316
Posted By JB Texas
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by B K:
Yea, it's kind of the dirty little secret that...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-21-2007, 07:21 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,599
Posted By JB Texas
About 3 years ago we were traveling eastbound on...

About 3 years ago we were traveling eastbound on CA 20 on the north side of Clear Lake. Met an oncoming MoHo and as usual I waved. The return wave was something else... both driver and co-pilot...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-18-2007, 05:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,056
Posted By JB Texas
No, that his WIFE slamming his head against the...

No, that his WIFE slamming his head against the steering wheel.... https://irv2.infopop.cc/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-29-2007, 11:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,532
Posted By JB Texas
Listen for the "resonance" wah-wah sound....

Listen for the "resonance" wah-wah sound. Otherwise, the only other way I know of is to take the cover off the electrical connection box (to the left of the unit - you have to lift the grille cover)...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-18-2007, 05:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 821
Posted By JB Texas
Yeah, me too, Okie. Still haven't found mine......

Yeah, me too, Okie. Still haven't found mine... https://irv2.infopop.cc/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-18-2007, 04:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,108
Posted By JB Texas
Common problem is corrosion in the wiring on the...

Common problem is corrosion in the wiring on the relays. Corrosion causes the wiring to overheat and separate. I just fixed the same problem by replacing 3 wires in the control board area. The relays...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-07-2007, 03:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,797
Posted By JB Texas
Just about every problem that shows up on this...

Just about every problem that shows up on this forum, my rig has to emulate. https://irv2.infopop.cc/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_mad.gif From leaky dump valves to no air conditioning. Wish you guys...
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 06-03-2007, 04:37 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,346
Posted By JB Texas
Reminds me of the bumper sticker I saw onetime......

Reminds me of the bumper sticker I saw onetime...

"RELAX - IT'S JUST ALL ONES AND ZEROS"
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-27-2007, 08:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,215
Posted By JB Texas
If the outside air temp gets too low the heat...

If the outside air temp gets too low the heat pump is ineffective.

From my Owner's Manual:

"If the furnace must assist the heat pump three times in a row, the thermostat will shut down the...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-04-2007, 01:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,102
Posted By JB Texas
We make it a point to stop there on our way into...

We make it a point to stop there on our way into the DFW area. It leaves us with an easy 200 mi juant on into the MetroMess timed to miss the rush hour traffic. The hosts/owners are very friendly and...
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 05-03-2007, 12:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,565
Posted By JB Texas
On the other hand, he may have crossed just to...

On the other hand, he may have crossed just to show the Armadillo that it COULD be done...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-02-2007, 03:07 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,853
Posted By JB Texas
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content"> How much of a discount are you getting? We use to use the Loves card until...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-30-2007, 04:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 872
Posted By JB Texas
On my '03 Adventurer it was velcroed with some...

On my '03 Adventurer it was velcroed with some industrial strength stuff. I used a flat blade (butter knife) to slip the velcro loose.
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 04-30-2007, 07:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,565
Posted By JB Texas
You bet yer sweet A$$ I am....

You bet yer sweet A$$ I am....
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-30-2007, 07:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,176
Posted By JB Texas
I found this link to a Cummins document dated...

I found this link to a Cummins document dated August 3rd, 2005.
Cummins Document (https://www.blueridgediesel.com/CUMMINS%20TSB_082905%5B1%5D.pdf)
Although I've not seen any problem leaks so far, I...
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 04-01-2007, 07:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,264
Posted By JB Texas
Or just to show the Armadillo thet it COULD be...

Or just to show the Armadillo thet it COULD be done....
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 03-05-2007, 04:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,380
Posted By JB Texas
Make sure you get a LOT of ribs. Mike can go thru...

Make sure you get a LOT of ribs. Mike can go thru a whole lotta ribs in a short time. https://irv2.infopop.cc/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 02-13-2007, 06:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,325
Posted By JB Texas
Usta work with a guy that always ordered EXTRA...

Usta work with a guy that always ordered EXTRA MSG at Chinese resturants....
Forum: Just Conversation 02-13-2007, 05:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,384
Posted By JB Texas
Snow shovel, snow shovel.... Hmmmmm. Is that onea...

Snow shovel, snow shovel.... Hmmmmm. Is that onea those thingies that has a wide blade and a long handle?? https://irv2.infopop.cc/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_confused.gif
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-13-2007, 09:04 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,014
Posted By JB Texas
David K, Although I don't have AGM's I do know...

David K,
Although I don't have AGM's I do know that there is a setting on the inverter control panel for AGM's. If memory serves, there are some dip switchs on the back of the panel. Your inverter...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-06-2007, 06:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 931
Posted By JB Texas
Okie, There is a 30 amp a/c circuit breaker on...

Okie,
There is a 30 amp a/c circuit breaker on the inverter that will pop sometimes. All the circuits on the electrical sub panel (outlets, microwave, etc) go thru that breaker. If you still have...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-04-2007, 06:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,690
Posted By JB Texas
We have an electrically heated mattress pad....

We have an electrically heated mattress pad. Kinda like an electric blanket, but it's underneath instead of on top. It has dual controls so each side can select their comfort level. Purchased at...
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 01-29-2007, 08:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,918
Posted By JB Texas
Or the young Blonde whose father told her that if...

Or the young Blonde whose father told her that if she was ever stuck out in a snowstorm, she could just wait for a snowplow to come along and follow it to saftey.

Sure enough, she got lost in a...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-12-2007, 06:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,154
Posted By JB Texas
Paul, I just looked at mine in our UA 40J....

Paul,
I just looked at mine in our UA 40J. There are screws underneath in the wood panel and 4 screws with those wood plugs around the front. Mine is located in the corner on the left front...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-06-2007, 12:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 887
Posted By JB Texas
https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/sign0018.gif ...

https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/sign0018.gif

OK, Chris, I've got this mental picture of how you were checking the rain sensor.... https://irv2.infopop.cc/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_eek.gif
...
Forum: Just Conversation 01-02-2007, 11:46 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,320
Posted By JB Texas
https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/aeh.gif ...

https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/aeh.gif
Sigh......
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Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-25-2006, 06:52 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,542
Posted By JB Texas
You might check to see if that outlet is supplied...

You might check to see if that outlet is supplied by the inverter.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-25-2006, 06:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,975
Posted By JB Texas
Check the "Load Share" setting on the Control...

Check the "Load Share" setting on the Control Panel. This sets the amount of AC current available to charge the batteries versus the amount being used on the inverter supplied outlets. If you have...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-25-2006, 06:31 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,801
Posted By JB Texas
Merry Christmas everyone. The Walmart in...

Merry Christmas everyone.

The Walmart in Brownfield, Texas is listed as a NO Parking store but we had stopped there on our way thru a couple of years ago. I went in and checked with the manager...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-05-2006, 01:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,216
Posted By JB Texas
Gdlow, We are in Yuma for the winter in our MH....

Gdlow,
We are in Yuma for the winter in our MH. I solved the water problem by installing an under sink reverse osmosis filter system. A little pricey (about $300) but since we full time and expect...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-02-2006, 06:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,633
Posted By JB Texas
David, I have seen a post, (over a year ago)...

David,
I have seen a post, (over a year ago) that spelled out the requirements to do just that. I'll see what I can do to find it. The filter is located low on the passenger side of the engine and...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-27-2006, 03:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,139
Posted By JB Texas
DonavonP, That is a picture of 2 Martin P5M's...

DonavonP,
That is a picture of 2 Martin P5M's in formation. They were based at Whidbey Island until the mid 60's.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-23-2006, 09:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,113
Posted By JB Texas
My HWH auto leveling system dumps the air...

My HWH auto leveling system dumps the air suspension before beginning the leveling process. I also have the option to manually dump the air without leveling the coach.

It gets rid of all that...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-23-2006, 06:57 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,292
Posted By JB Texas
I use it to turn on and off the Thinlite outdoor...

I use it to turn on and off the Thinlite outdoor light that I added to the outside of the bedroom slide. I decided not to put a switch inside because it would be a major PITA to have to go all the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-22-2006, 10:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,767
Posted By JB Texas
John, Don't know if your 40J is set up like...

John,
Don't know if your 40J is set up like mine, but I have 2 furnaces. The one in the bedroom is controlled by a separate thermostat from the one up front. The front furnace is controlled by the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-22-2006, 06:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,767
Posted By JB Texas
John, The whine you hear is probably the gas...

John,
The whine you hear is probably the gas furnace coming on. The heating system is smart enough to adjust for the reduced efficiency of the heat pump at lower temps and turns on the gas furnace...
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