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Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum Yesterday, 04:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 435
Posted By Aeronaut
Hey, guys, forgot to ask what the ply rating is...

Hey, guys, forgot to ask what the ply rating is or suggested for those tires. I believe I say 12,14, and 16 for the Sumitomo ST719.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum Yesterday, 12:24 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 435
Posted By Aeronaut
Thanks, I've been eyeing the trac bar pretty...

Thanks, I've been eyeing the trac bar pretty hard, and also Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs with Internal Jounce Bumpers - Rear Axle. I imagine I'll get all sorted out just...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum Yesterday, 12:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 435
Posted By Aeronaut
Thanks for that I'm going to be looking them up:)

Thanks for that I'm going to be looking them up:)
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum Yesterday, 12:13 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 435
Posted By Aeronaut
Yes, I have been schooled on the 225/70 s, caught...

Yes, I have been schooled on the 225/70 s, caught it in the manual just before I posted. Have no idea why previous owner went to 245/70s.
Yeah I have run tires over 10 years in the past. Thanks...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum Yesterday, 12:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 435
Posted By Aeronaut
Okay I didn't realize I showed 14s. LOL, I'd be...

Okay I didn't realize I showed 14s. LOL, I'd be dragging a bit:)
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-16-2024, 10:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 435
Posted By Aeronaut
I'm going to look for a smaller rural tire shop....

I'm going to look for a smaller rural tire shop. Some of these dealers are to rich for my blood, and they don't provide any service anymore.:)Thanks
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-16-2024, 10:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 435
Posted By Aeronaut
You're right about the front end, I'll post what...

You're right about the front end, I'll post what I finished earlier this year. You are also right on the tire size. The PO put those on and I never checked, so will be going back to the...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-16-2024, 09:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 435
Posted By Aeronaut
Thanks for chiming in Isaac-1! That is exactly...

Thanks for chiming in Isaac-1! That is exactly what I saw when I went to the Workhorse manual. Evidently the previous owner installed Double Coin 245/70 R19.5s. I will see about the Sumitomo...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-16-2024, 06:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 435
Posted By Aeronaut
Tire recommendation for 2004 p32 Winnebago Sightseer

Constantly suffering from sticker shock after looking at Michelin 245/70R14 tires, does anyone have a good recommendation for other brand tires that are good long term tires for less shocking prices....
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-14-2024, 11:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 305
Posted By Aeronaut
MrMark52, is the Sanden compressor a direct...

MrMark52, is the Sanden compressor a direct replacement? That is, is it bolt on, or is there any modification needed? I cannot find any cross reference for the compressor. Workhorse part indicates...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-14-2024, 11:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 305
Posted By Aeronaut
Thanks for the tip MrM52, I'm going to put that...

Thanks for the tip MrM52, I'm going to put that in the maintenance diary parts list.:thumb:
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-14-2024, 11:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 305
Posted By Aeronaut
It sounds like a capital idea! I always have an...

It sounds like a capital idea! I always have an extra serpentine belt on board. I'll be adding a AC compressor clutch to that. Excellent idea, but I'll have to see how to change the clutch out.:)
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-14-2024, 11:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 305
Posted By Aeronaut
I've never thought about that, I've only found...

I've never thought about that, I've only found ideas on bypassing the compressor. I need to read up on how the clutch is replaced on these. Thanks for the Idea!:)
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-08-2024, 10:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 305
Posted By Aeronaut
From what I've determined so far is that the...

From what I've determined so far is that the power steering pumps have significant diameter differences or offset between the two vehicles, but if I find out different I'll let you know. I just got...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-07-2024, 12:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 305
Posted By Aeronaut
P32 8.L Vortec A/C compressor bybass?

Has any one done a compressor bypass on a P32 Workhorse (mine is 2004) with the 8.1L? I have seen the excellent videos by Kevin Caudill, but he is working on the W22 I believe. Has any one actually...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-14-2023, 10:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 727
Posted By Aeronaut
THE END! Thanks all

Congratulations on 9 years on the batteries, as you already know they are a bit spendy any more. I do keep a float/maintainer charger on them and the chassis battery and add water every 3 or 4...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-14-2023, 11:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 727
Posted By Aeronaut
Thanks for that, I would agree, but we have it...

Thanks for that, I would agree, but we have it connected to shore power in the shop, as I'm in and out of it quite a bit as I'm doing maintenance to it and usually need to connect power tools or...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-12-2023, 07:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 727
Posted By Aeronaut
Ok, gents, I have checked the batteries when we...

Ok, gents, I have checked the batteries when we were plugged into shore power with aux battery switch on. It shows approximately 13.20 volts DC. With the batteries disconnected, ie. aux battery...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-12-2023, 09:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 727
Posted By Aeronaut
Thank you for that. I have much experience with...

Thank you for that. I have much experience with the brown streak! I know exactly what happens when you connect to battery terminals together! The explosion gets your attention, plus in my case it was...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-11-2023, 11:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 727
Posted By Aeronaut
First of all, I apologize taking so long to...

First of all, I apologize taking so long to respond. I’ve been camping at Cape Disappointment State Park and they have no AT&T service at all. We spent 4 nights there (full hookups) and enjoyed...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-10-2023, 08:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 727
Posted By Aeronaut
Thanks for that, I haven't tried that. I'm really...

Thanks for that, I haven't tried that. I'm really not an electrical engineer, but I haven't electrocuted my self yet. Going to get down there and try it tomorrow. Just got back from 4 days out...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-06-2023, 09:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 727
Posted By Aeronaut
Battery Charger

Hello Friends, I have a question you may be able to help me with. I have a 2004 Sightseer WFD30B on a Workhorse P32 chassis with the 8.1L Vortec engine.
I know that when I am plugged into shore...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 09-21-2023, 10:16 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,698
Posted By Aeronaut
This is the pump I got, because the gent in this...

This is the pump I got, because the gent in this video was very thorough in vetting it. Great video for the 8.1L on a class A.:)
https://youtu.be/UcrKZbW-ueY?si=QFABfUD2L6t0lP7A
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-21-2023, 10:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 488
Posted By Aeronaut
Yeah, one of the scraper seals cam loose outside...

Yeah, one of the scraper seals cam loose outside from the slide that should be inside and it was full of those staples! Does the slide scrape or mar your laminate flooring any? Thanks for chiming...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-21-2023, 09:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 518
Posted By Aeronaut
Ok, maybe that is what I'll be up against. I'll...

Ok, maybe that is what I'll be up against. I'll let everyone know if I get it quiet or I have to buy quiet! Thanks:)
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-21-2023, 09:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 518
Posted By Aeronaut
Done the loosening and added foam, and I am going...

Done the loosening and added foam, and I am going to find that hose kit to see if that works. Thanks:)
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-21-2023, 09:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 518
Posted By Aeronaut
There are many advertised as very quiet, but...

There are many advertised as very quiet, but reading the reviews in retrospect they were not worth the extra cash. If I can't modify it some how, that will be the next step. Thanks for the tip:)
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-21-2023, 08:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 518
Posted By Aeronaut
Another great idea, a lot of ingenuity I've been...

Another great idea, a lot of ingenuity I've been lacking:)
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-21-2023, 08:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 518
Posted By Aeronaut
Wow, that I've never thought of, but sounds like...

Wow, that I've never thought of, but sounds like a great idea. I'll have to see how big an accumulator is and find a place for it. Probably close to the pump wouldn't hurt. Thanks Isaac-1.:)
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-21-2023, 08:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 518
Posted By Aeronaut
That's exactly it. Startles me awake when...

That's exactly it. Startles me awake when somebody uses the bathroom. I did take those foam rubber insulation tubes for 3/4 copper pipes and still pretty loud. You're right I need some alternative...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-21-2023, 08:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 518
Posted By Aeronaut
Thanks I did loosen the screws and if I could...

Thanks I did loosen the screws and if I could figure out how to mount a different type of spring or rubber mount I'll try that. :)
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-05-2023, 03:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 488
Posted By Aeronaut
Hey, that's a thought. I would have never gone to...

Hey, that's a thought. I would have never gone to a carpet store for an RV. I'll check around locally. Thank you for chiming in:)
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-05-2023, 07:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 363
Posted By Aeronaut
2004 Sightseer Workhorse P32 A/C temp bypass

Still interested in hearing from anybody who has done the A/C bypass mod.
Thankyou:)
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-05-2023, 07:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 488
Posted By Aeronaut
2004 30B Sightseer Carpet replacement

Hey, guys I have a 2004 Sightseer 30B with a living room and dining slide out (1 slide). Has anyone replaced their carpet, and how did you handle the part under the slideout? Thanks for any help
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-05-2023, 07:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 363
Posted By Aeronaut
Sorry, thought I did. :facepalm:

Sorry, thought I did. :facepalm:
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 09-04-2023, 03:46 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,698
Posted By Aeronaut
Pre is not over rated

Hi Trek 8288, I bought a coach used with approx 19K miles, I took it from the NW coast to the Bad Lands National park and back and while changing the oil found a drip of antifreeze that had run down...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-04-2023, 03:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 363
Posted By Aeronaut
2004 30B Sightseer Carpet replacement

Hey, guys I have a 2004 Sightseer 30B with a living room and dining slide out (1 slide). Has anyone replaced their carpet, and how did you handle the part under the slideout? Thanks for any help:)
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-04-2023, 03:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 363
Posted By Aeronaut
Great info I'll check out the belt. Thank you:)

Great info I'll check out the belt. Thank you:)
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-04-2023, 02:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 518
Posted By Aeronaut
Thanks Isaac-1, someone told me there may be a...

Thanks Isaac-1, someone told me there may be a hose mod at the pump that will help. Maybe I'll search that out as well. Thank you for the tip:)
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-03-2023, 09:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 518
Posted By Aeronaut
2004 Sightseer Workhorse P32 noisy water pump

Greeting everyone. I have a 2004 Sightseer that I am trying to figure the best way to silence my water pump. My last RV was a 94 Georgie Boy and the water pump was down in the water supply next to...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-03-2023, 09:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 363
Posted By Aeronaut
2004 Sightseer Workhorse P32 A/C temp bypass

Hi Fellow Travelers. I have a 2004 Sightseer on a P32 Workhorse chassis. On older W chassis I’ve heard of people doing a work around with a little larger diameter idler bearing wheel and a shorter...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 07-17-2023, 07:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 605
Posted By Aeronaut
Excellent, thanks for the info Fyrfile. I am...

Excellent, thanks for the info Fyrfile. I am excited to hear someone has actually use those front Timbren Springs. I've noticed the bouncy front end too. Sounds like the spreader bar is a good...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 07-17-2023, 07:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 605
Posted By Aeronaut
Perfect, just the data I'm looking for thanks for...

Perfect, just the data I'm looking for thanks for checking in Isaac-1. I don't know if I want the hassle of dealing with airbags as opposed to the solid springs replacing the rear bumper stops. ...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 07-13-2023, 10:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 605
Posted By Aeronaut
Exclamation P32 front and rear helper springs (Sumo type)

Well good evening everybody. I've been working diligently to improve the handling of my 30 foot 04 P32 Winnebago Sightseer.
So far have replaced all front end parts left and right side (inner and...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 07-08-2023, 10:32 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 6,877
Posted By Aeronaut
Just looked at Etrailer and they advertised...

Just looked at Etrailer and they advertised Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System TGMRP30 and Ultra RV had the Sumo springs. Both look great, but the Timbren are a bit stiffer I think. Anybody...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 07-06-2023, 10:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 332
Posted By Aeronaut
Wow, great thread. Lots of great tips and know...

Wow, great thread. Lots of great tips and know how. Thanks for this. Haven't watched the complete video yet, but will tomorrow! :)
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 07-06-2023, 10:24 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 6,877
Posted By Aeronaut
Great, if that helped the swaying I'll look them...

Great, if that helped the swaying I'll look them up, never knew about them, I've heard people say they wanted to try them, but had forgotten, I'll look them up:thumb:
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 07-06-2023, 10:19 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 6,877
Posted By Aeronaut
Great to know. Think I might try beads in...

Great to know. Think I might try beads in steering tires first to see any difference, but I just might have to bite the bullet on those centramatics:)
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 07-06-2023, 07:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 332
Posted By Aeronaut
Engine A/C recharging (fixing)

Hi everyone, one thing I have no experience with is recharging an automotive A/C unit on my 2004 P32 chassis (Winnebago Sightseer). I am ready to learn if someone can give me some direction. The...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 07-06-2023, 06:54 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 6,877
Posted By Aeronaut
Results

Oh, I almost forgot. The tire balancing. Does anyone here have experience with Concentric Ring balancers for these units? I might try some balancing beads in the front as well, would like to know...
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