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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-02-2024, 06:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 434
Posted By RVwinos
I’ve had to replace two windshields (on different...

I’ve had to replace two windshields (on different motorhomes). In both cases, I had the $0 deductible for windshields and I started the claims process with my insurance carriers.

The insurance...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-09-2023, 07:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,201
Posted By RVwinos
Son of a… Well, so much for my reading...

Son of a… Well, so much for my reading comprehension. :banghead:
My apologies.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-08-2023, 11:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,201
Posted By RVwinos
Filling the reservoir when the jacks are down...

Filling the reservoir when the jacks are down will cause the reservoir to overflow when the jacks retract. That makes quite a mess! Ask me how I know… 🤪

P.S. I know this is n old post, but I’d...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-13-2023, 08:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,025
Posted By RVwinos
You may find it easy to install USB ports near...

You may find it easy to install USB ports near light switches. If you unscrew the light switch from the cabinet or wall, you can search inside the opening to see if there if there is access to both...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 11-05-2023, 10:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 729
Posted By RVwinos
P.S. The best time to come is spring and fall....

P.S. The best time to come is spring and fall. Summer days can get quite hot for boondocking.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 11-05-2023, 09:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 602
Posted By RVwinos
Pacific Shores Motorcoach Resort

We’ve stayed here several times through the years, as it provides great access to the Newport OR area. I’ve noticed that there are always many lots for sale. At the same time, I’ve noticed many...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 11-05-2023, 09:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 729
Posted By RVwinos
The fun of HH is arriving in an area with...

The fun of HH is arriving in an area with multiple wineries and “foraging” for the wines that appeal to your individual preferences. Have we bumped into wines we didn’t like? Absolutely. But next to...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 11-05-2023, 08:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,008
Posted By RVwinos
The Sonoma County Fairgrounds has reasonably...

The Sonoma County Fairgrounds has reasonably priced sites with full hookups. FWIW, they are basic, crushed rock sites. It’s a short ride from there to wineries in either Napa or Sonoma.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-05-2023, 08:13 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 9,548
Posted By RVwinos
X2 We used to have an older coach that looked...

X2
We used to have an older coach that looked good. When we made our reservations at a place in the Palm Springs area with the rule, we sent them pics, and they OK’ed it. There’s a place in Newport...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-18-2023, 02:24 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 10,153
Posted By RVwinos
I bought my first motorhome from an experienced...

I bought my first motorhome from an experienced truck driver. Before my test drive, he told me that I should assume that everyone will do whatever they can to get around me. So I should get over it....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-13-2023, 09:40 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,572
Posted By RVwinos
Thank you to the folks who pinted out that these...

Thank you to the folks who pinted out that these would be insufficient to handle the weight of a DP! Unfortunately, I don’t see a way to delete my original post.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-12-2023, 05:40 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,572
Posted By RVwinos
Instead of ramps, why not use your leveling gear...

Instead of ramps, why not use your leveling gear to raise the rig and slide in a couple of heavy duty jack stands like these?

https://www.amazon.com/BIG-RED-AT46002R-Torin-Stands/dp/B0BJV7H4YD
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 02-21-2023, 09:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 558
Posted By RVwinos
Thank you! For whatever reason, those things...

Thank you! For whatever reason, those things never crossed my mind. I'll look around for a really small one.
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 02-20-2023, 08:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 558
Posted By RVwinos
Outdoor shower “floor”for dogs?

We like to give our pups outdoor showers before bringing them inside. The wetbay shower is perfect for this. But we need something portable and easy to clean to keep their feet out of the mud while...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-20-2023, 09:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 421
Posted By RVwinos
I’m curious if you ever found a comfortable...

I’m curious if you ever found a comfortable solution for the theater seats? If you did, were the original seats easy to remove and the replacements easy to install?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-11-2023, 10:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,152
Posted By RVwinos
If you are still on the fence, some owners go...

If you are still on the fence, some owners go with a hybrid solution. They replace the steering tires with Michelin and then go with less expensive alternatives for the rear.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-09-2023, 10:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 521
Posted By RVwinos
She’s a keeper! 🙂

She’s a keeper! 🙂
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-09-2023, 10:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 521
Posted By RVwinos
Yeah, but no. You are trying to use logic. But...

Yeah, but no. You are trying to use logic. But reality has taught me that putting out the noodles upon arrival has saved me headaches from forgetting to duck later on. 🙂
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-09-2023, 05:00 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 6,821
Posted By RVwinos
386112 I had really good luck with Napoleon’s...

386112
I had really good luck with Napoleon’s AS200K. It can be configured as a Weber Smokey Jr. Grill, as a Weber bullet smoker, or as something in between. Because it breaks down into separate...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-25-2022, 12:59 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 10,436
Posted By RVwinos
RVs are like boats in many ways. Except, when...

RVs are like boats in many ways. Except, when you drop a bolt, nut, or tool, you can usually find it under the RV. :-)
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-25-2022, 12:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,301
Posted By RVwinos
I installed them myself on the front, an easy DIY...

I installed them myself on the front, an easy DIY job. I liked the difference. So I then hired someone to install them on the rear.

Pro:

Much less push/pull from passing trucks.
Less body...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-15-2022, 07:49 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,096
Posted By RVwinos
“Slime Dog Millionaire”?

“Slime Dog Millionaire”?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-15-2022, 07:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,101
Posted By RVwinos
We’ve been with them since USAA stepped back from...

We’ve been with them since USAA stepped back from covering RVs. If you have a motorhome, get their windshield replacement coverage option. It has has paid off for us, twice, with zero out of pocket.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-07-2022, 01:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,612
Posted By RVwinos
That does sound high! My local shop quoted me...

That does sound high! My local shop quoted me $560 (4 hrs) for the rear Sumos, which are the trickier ones to install.

I did the front ones, myself. They were incredibly simple to install --...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-04-2022, 09:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,399
Posted By RVwinos
We have a 50A motorhome, with two AC units, a...

We have a 50A motorhome, with two AC units, a fireplace, a furnace, and no heat pumps. In mildly cool temps, we just run the fireplace. If it’s going to get really cold, we also use a small ceramic...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-22-2022, 05:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,361
Posted By RVwinos
Do it! Every MH we’ve owned has had a Fantastik...

Do it! Every MH we’ve owned has had a Fantastik fan in the lounge area. Besides helping cool the area of the coach that gets the most solar gain, they do a wonderful job of venting cooking odors,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-07-2022, 05:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,054
Posted By RVwinos
X2! We're on our fourth motorhome. What I tell...

X2!
We're on our fourth motorhome. What I tell people thinking about RVing is that chances are good that the first RV will turn out to be the wrong one. :banghead:

After you've owned an RV for a...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-07-2022, 11:45 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,070
Posted By RVwinos
We’ve had good luck with the Hollywood EV rack...

We’ve had good luck with the Hollywood EV rack that is designed to handle the extra stresses at the end of the “tail being wagged by the dog”. We’ve towed our Honda CRV over fifteen thousand miles...
Forum: Vendor Spotlight (Deals, Announcements & More) 12-29-2021, 07:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,017
Posted By RVwinos
Now my dog doesn’t have to wait for me to go on a...

Now my dog doesn’t have to wait for me to go on a walk. ;)
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-18-2021, 07:08 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,952
Posted By RVwinos
I don’t know enough to answer your question....

I don’t know enough to answer your question. Possibly the attach pic of the alignment notes will help?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-18-2021, 10:44 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,952
Posted By RVwinos
[QUOTE=Tskadberg;6020132]Etrailer. List front...

[QUOTE=Tskadberg;6020132]Etrailer. List front summosprings for the new f53 22,000 but they are rated at 3,000 pounds when I weighted my rig the front axle was 6820 pounds. What should I do?

[URL]...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-17-2021, 11:53 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,952
Posted By RVwinos
CLOO, It sounds like you’ve done your homework. ...

CLOO, It sounds like you’ve done your homework. My suggestions would be:

price out the aftermarket stuff so you have a worst-case estimate of potential expenses.
Have the front-end aligned.
...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-17-2021, 11:16 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,701
Posted By RVwinos
UTT, Thank you for the humor and thank you...

UTT, Thank you for the humor and thank you 56SAFARI for trying to keep the conversation based on facts known at this time. All of the hand-wringing and outrage expressed on this post detract from...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 12-11-2021, 11:45 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,882
Posted By RVwinos
Check the VIN for any recalls at...

Check the VIN for any recalls at https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls
If there are any, have the dealer take care of them prior to you purchasing the rig.

Why? The rear axle bearings replacement and...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-09-2021, 04:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 717
Posted By RVwinos
We have the downward opening doors on our mh. It...

We have the downward opening doors on our mh. It would be easy to reverse them and the struts would be pretty easy to install (but they will at up a bit of your opening width).

After a year of...
Forum: iRV2 Owners Registry 02-15-2021, 06:09 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 258
Posted By RVwinos
The Rolling Condo :: 2021 Forest River FR3 34 DS

The Rolling Condo :: 2021 Forest River FR3 34 DS (2021-02-15 13:09:23)
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-12-2018, 11:48 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,798
Posted By RVwinos
Thanks for the tip! I gave him a try. He...

Thanks for the tip! I gave him a try. He searched around, but had no luck. Said he'd keep an eye out.

It took me a moment to figute out SJ meant South Jersey. I was checking out San Jose... ;-)
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-09-2018, 11:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,798
Posted By RVwinos
Nope

I was hoping we’d hear from kmghmg by now. But, they’re likely dealing with more pressing life issues.

I lubed the joints on mine with silicone spray and they are working “ok”, but just barely. ...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-29-2018, 05:39 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 13,100
Posted By RVwinos
Taking it to a mechanic and an inspector is a must

We recently purchased the mh of our dreams, a Damon Tuscany 4072. The test drive went well, and it handled better than our previous Safari Sahara and HR Endeavor.

Having owned two diesel pushers...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-16-2018, 07:07 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,798
Posted By RVwinos
I heard back from Tuson. They provided the struts...

I heard back from Tuson. They provided the struts to Dometic/A&E a decade ago and no longer maintain any in inventory. In addition, they said that the fittings on the ends of the struts were unique...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-14-2018, 10:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,798
Posted By RVwinos
Which struts?

Would love to know what you went with for replacement struts! I sent an email and called Tuson support, but I haven’t heard back from them, yet. I get the sense they didn’t manufacture the struts,...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-14-2018, 11:15 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,798
Posted By RVwinos
kmghmg, Did you have any luck finding a...

kmghmg,
Did you have any luck finding a replacement strut? Or did lubricating things do the trick.

I have the issue where the struts on both sides seem not to be doing much, so I need to...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 09-10-2017, 01:27 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 47,605
Posted By RVwinos
The latest model of the Airxcel/Coleman/Mach...

The latest model of the Airxcel/Coleman/Mach noisy blade fix is: 1472D5041. Apparently, the B and C revisions had reliability problems (blades cracking free?).
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 10-05-2016, 06:18 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 13,934
Posted By RVwinos
Weber & Napoleon

Four years ago, we started with a Weber Q220 (2000 today?) and bought the hose adaptor to run it off a 5g propane tank. We still use this when camping in areas and seasons when charcoal grills are...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-07-2016, 05:32 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 20,547
Posted By RVwinos
Rent one for a vacation first

My wife and I introduced ourselves to RVing by doing a private-party rental of a Class C rig for a 10-day trip to Yellowstone. We had a lot of fun on the trip, and that started us looking. But...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-19-2015, 07:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,004
Posted By RVwinos
Thank you for the replacement part number info!

Our norcold LRIM 1200 icemaker hadn't made ice since we bought our used RV. Today, I installed both the replacement icemaker and water valve from the kit. Within a few hours, we had ice, again. I...
Forum: New Member Check-In 11-07-2013, 06:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 707
Posted By RVwinos
Thank you!

Thank you all for the warm welcome! RickO we used to be "flatlanders" nearby you in Fair Oaks. :-) We moved "on the hill" about 8 years ago and still enjoy it!

Cliff
Forum: New Member Check-In 11-06-2013, 07:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 707
Posted By RVwinos
Hello from Tahoe

Hi,

We bought our mh over a year ago and have been using this forum to do research before and after the sale. We're finally got around to purchasing a toad and, you guessed it, that meant more...
Forum: New Member Check-In 11-06-2013, 07:29 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,853
Posted By RVwinos
RC, We bought our mh ('98 Safari Sahara 30' dp)...

RC,
We bought our mh ('98 Safari Sahara 30' dp) just over a year, ago. Before purchasing it, we brought it to a local big truck repair shop and paid for them to inspect the engine and chassis...
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