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Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-12-2009, 10:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,416
Posted By DonGee
Dash Air

If you have a trusted local mechanic, give him a call and ask if he works on motor homes and let him work on yours. I took mine to a Freightliner Dealer and they misdiagnosed my problem, blamed...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-03-2009, 01:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,150
Posted By DonGee
What Color Stain?

:sad: I am adding some wood trim to the cupboards in my 2005 Itasca Horizon, with the cherry wood interior. Anyone know what color I need ? They all look close in the store but when you actually...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-29-2009, 12:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,485
Posted By DonGee
Dash Air

I recently had the same problem with my 2005 Horizon. Took it to Freightliner and the gave me a song and dance about Winnebago over filling etc. and said I needed a new compressor. Finally took it...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-26-2009, 09:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,275
Posted By DonGee
Dangerous Electrical Connections

After losing 110 power to the plugs in the galley and bath, I traced wires from the GFI to the plugs and found that Winnebago used push together junction blocks with quick connects. On 2, blocks the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-16-2009, 03:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 735
Posted By DonGee
Thanks, just the info I needed. If I get it out...

Thanks, just the info I needed. If I get it out think I will leave it out and revert back to the one I got some 50, years ago for 2, bucks. The one I have now ruins the paper plates. If I can find...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-16-2009, 02:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,265
Posted By DonGee
Just had mine serviced, Freightliner said it was...

Just had mine serviced, Freightliner said it was a blown compressor, so took it to my local mechanic and they replaced a"shrader" valve and said it shoul be good to go. Will wait for Global Warming...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-13-2009, 07:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 735
Posted By DonGee
Dish Washer

:confused: I need to remove the dish washer in my 2005 Itasca Horizon, so could use a little up front advice rather than a learn as I go. Must remove the whole thing to get to some wiring in the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-11-2009, 12:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,021
Posted By DonGee
Question Oxygen Concentrator

My wife, Sandy, recently had to go on oxygen and I was curious how others deal with this situation while travelling. We have the Homefill system which requires me to haul the machinery from the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-26-2009, 06:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,016
Posted By DonGee
The fuse on my Horizon is on the hot lead...

The fuse on my Horizon is on the hot lead upstream from the pump in a black case with a little lid on it. It sounds dumb but my brain is not working well today.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-05-2009, 01:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,764
Posted By DonGee
As the years have gone by the names of the...

As the years have gone by the names of the coaches have changed and then resurected..Give us a year and we can probably answer all of your questions. Generally speaking it went from bottom to top as...
Forum: Winnebago International Travelers Club (WIT) 03-04-2009, 10:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,221
Posted By DonGee
I like to fiddle with gadgets, a condition of too...

I like to fiddle with gadgets, a condition of too much time on my hands, so I built a bracket that holds both plates on front. Mostly (is that a word) I have seen members line up the holes in the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-21-2009, 03:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 12,442
Posted By DonGee
It just may be the ghost of John K. Hansen going...

It just may be the ghost of John K. Hansen going around to pull our chain.
Don WIT 70041
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-20-2009, 02:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,611
Posted By DonGee
I have been on several WIT sponsored tours,...

I have been on several WIT sponsored tours, Alaska, Upper Mich, Baja, Puerto Penasco and Branson. Always felt I got more than my monies worth and have met and made life long friends. In many cases...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-18-2009, 06:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,563
Posted By DonGee
Dave: Not sure what you mean by slide is not...

Dave: Not sure what you mean by slide is not locking. On my rigs I let the slide out and it stays until I bring it back in. A lot of us though have had solenoid problems which allows the slide to...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-13-2009, 12:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,223
Posted By DonGee
Our local Circuit City is still in business, at...

Our local Circuit City is still in business, at least for awhile, run, don't walk there , you might just get a bargain. Another thought is Overstock and other on line retailers.

Don, WIT 70041
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-13-2009, 12:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,247
Posted By DonGee
Being from California with my own lack of quality...

Being from California with my own lack of quality repair shops my one suggestion is to give HWH a call, tell them your problem and see what they have to offer. My expeience with them is pretty good....
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-12-2009, 10:41 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 10,878
Posted By DonGee
Do you think that if our legislators had to pay...

Do you think that if our legislators had to pay for their own license fees rather than getting them along with a multitude of other perks they might consider other means? Something like fiscal...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-09-2009, 10:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,723
Posted By DonGee
I was told to use Dove soap, and it seems to...

I was told to use Dove soap, and it seems to work.
Don, WIT 70041
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-07-2009, 08:04 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,259
Posted By DonGee
Don't forget about the rolling hills of Iowa and...

Don't forget about the rolling hills of Iowa and always take lumber for levelling. Started going when there was no electricity and you stayed outside of the camp ground until you were escorted in by...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-06-2009, 05:00 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,259
Posted By DonGee
Al, good question. Lower D is a very nice area...

Al, good question. Lower D is a very nice area and fills up very fast. It is closer to the area where the activities are held and in the area where the Louisiana bunch hang out which is a major...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-02-2009, 07:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,283
Posted By DonGee
Hope you have a large container.

Hope you have a large container.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-31-2009, 02:58 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,484
Posted By DonGee
Should you consider reporting to the NTSHA ?...

Should you consider reporting to the NTSHA ? Seems to me this is a safety issue and should be on a recall.. I think it is past time for the manufactuers to accept responsibility for inferior...
Forum: Winnebago International Travelers Club (WIT) 01-25-2009, 01:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,754
Posted By DonGee
Jerry J: for some unkown reason this web site...

Jerry J: for some unkown reason this web site does not get much play. Would suggest using the other Winnebago web site. As for myself didn't get to make it this year , got a sick wife on my hands,...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-23-2009, 10:38 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,273
Posted By DonGee
Look your rig over and see where it will fit and...

Look your rig over and see where it will fit and where you can get both 110 and 12 volts. Mine is on a roll out and is the 80 pound Norcold model which is fairly large. They do make smaller ones...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-22-2009, 05:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,273
Posted By DonGee
When I bought my Horizon it came with a...

When I bought my Horizon it came with a washer/dryer which I traded for a portable fridge. It has saved my bacon on more than one ocassion when the Norcold died. Have used it many, many times and...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-22-2009, 07:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,056
Posted By DonGee
At one time the Elante was top of the line ....

At one time the Elante was top of the line . Because of it's styling cupboard space was lost. The tag made for a smooth ride although you lose some manuverability. With only 35 K miles it has sat...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-22-2009, 07:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,087
Posted By DonGee
There are those who never ever have enough power...

There are those who never ever have enough power but I haven't heard anyone complain about the cat, only that they will not put them in future motor homes. "If it ain't a cat it's a dog"
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-15-2009, 08:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,625
Posted By DonGee
Not to be too nosey, but if you would, about what...

Not to be too nosey, but if you would, about what price total are we looking at?

Don, WIT 70041
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-11-2009, 07:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,998
Posted By DonGee
Is it the paint or clear coat? CDI who does the...

Is it the paint or clear coat? CDI who does the paint for Winnebago has been good about warranting their job. Trouble is it has to be done at factory.

Don W 70041
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-08-2009, 08:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 948
Posted By DonGee
Take a ride over to Finley RV I think they are...

Take a ride over to Finley RV I think they are still in business and were pretty good. At least they were.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-08-2009, 04:12 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,888
Posted By DonGee
I thought I had a ghost in my 2005 Horizon and...

I thought I had a ghost in my 2005 Horizon and did the kill switch. Dont like loosing my presets but better than running your batts down.

Don, WIT 70041
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-08-2009, 10:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 948
Posted By DonGee
Another strike against Norcold service and public...

Another strike against Norcold service and public relations.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-08-2009, 09:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,084
Posted By DonGee
As I recall on my '98 it was just a matter of...

As I recall on my '98 it was just a matter of taking off 4, bolts and the assembly came out. BE SURE TANKS ARE EMPTY.

Don, WIT 70041
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-06-2009, 09:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,365
Posted By DonGee
Can't agree more, at this point in time I would...

Can't agree more, at this point in time I would think that customer satisfaction would be in the number 1, spot. John K.must be spinning to see what is happening. A new broom doesn't always sweep...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-04-2009, 07:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 728
Posted By DonGee
I think the advice is correct, too much fuel and...

I think the advice is correct, too much fuel and not enough air, which will deplete your propane a little faster. Needs cleaning, don't believe there is an adjustment.

Don W 77041
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-03-2009, 07:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,199
Posted By DonGee
I had the same problem with my '98 Adnentuer. ...

I had the same problem with my '98 Adnentuer. When I went to a dealer the front man said never heard of such a thing, when I talked to the tech he said there is a sevice bulletin, not enough frame...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-02-2009, 07:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,199
Posted By DonGee
Wow!!! I have a 2005 also, what was the root...

Wow!!! I have a 2005 also, what was the root cause ?

Don, WIT 70041
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-02-2009, 07:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 954
Posted By DonGee
Glad you like us, this site is like an old...

Glad you like us, this site is like an old friend. You might also consider joinng the Winnebago Itasca Travellers (WIT) another group of good people.
Don, WIT 70041
Forum: Damon 01-01-2009, 03:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,437
Posted By DonGee
A class I attended at an FMCA Rally said the...

A class I attended at an FMCA Rally said the tranny shows second gear but in reallity it does not shift down.. Can't immagine it going into a lower gear at 60 MPH.

Don,WIT 70041
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-28-2008, 03:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,098
Posted By DonGee
I too have had nothing but grief from my fridge...

I too have had nothing but grief from my fridge and nothing but runaround from Norcold, not even a response from letters sent. It is the old head in the sand routine if you don't see it, it does not...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-27-2008, 07:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,382
Posted By DonGee
When I was at 3 Ts in Lake Havasu, they took the...

When I was at 3 Ts in Lake Havasu, they took the cover off my 2005 Horizon AD and enlarged the opening, which allowed the camera to cover a lot more area. Just a thought.

Don, WIT 70041
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-25-2008, 08:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 665
Posted By DonGee
You mentioned antenna, are you sure that you have...

You mentioned antenna, are you sure that you have a C B antenna? Usually it on a spring base just above the drivers side. Don't mix it up with the rubber ducky radio antenna. Saying that I believe...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-21-2008, 06:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,140
Posted By DonGee
I don't have the Sharp but this gives me a chance...

I don't have the Sharp but this gives me a chance to vent on the very poor quality of components being selected for our rigs. I believe every one of mine have either been replaced,recalled or done...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-17-2008, 09:38 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,576
Posted By DonGee
It is still beyond my comprehention as to why...

It is still beyond my comprehention as to why Freighliner will pay for labor but Winnebago will not pay for the parts. This design defect was complained about right from the start. I, for one, is...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-03-2008, 09:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,048
Posted By DonGee
I had mine done at 3 Ts in Lake Havasu City, AZ. ...

I had mine done at 3 Ts in Lake Havasu City, AZ. They started the job I turned my back and it was finished. I trust them with just about anything and if need be you can hook up at their shop and...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-01-2008, 08:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,018
Posted By DonGee
Bob, have been working with both Rhonda and...

Bob, have been working with both Rhonda and Marcus at the Gaffney number. You are starting to get me excited to think there may be a reasonable solution.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-01-2008, 10:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,018
Posted By DonGee
I have been working with Freightliner and...

I have been working with Freightliner and Winnebago to rectify the slow fuel delivery system. Freightliner has agreed to pick up the labor but Winnebago stands fast on not providing the parts. ...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-01-2008, 10:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,018
Posted By DonGee
I have been working with Freightliner and...

I have been working with Freightliner and Winnebago to rectify the slow fuel delivery system. Freightliner has agreed to pick up the labor but Winnebago stands fast on not providing the parts. ...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-10-2008, 09:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,178
Posted By DonGee
In conversation with Freightliner in regards to...

In conversation with Freightliner in regards to the slow delivery of fuel they asked me to check and see what the appoximate length of time it took to replace the plumbing. Any educated guesses? ...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-10-2008, 09:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,178
Posted By DonGee
In conversation with Freightliner in regards to...

In conversation with Freightliner in regards to the slow delivery of fuel they asked me to check and see what the appoximate length of time it took to replace the plumbing. Any educated guesses? ...
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