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Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 01-26-2022, 08:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 735
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Ski-Ving

In an ideal world, I'd love a Classic with the Extreme insulation package, but with some basic preperation our Verona LE has been doing a pretty good job impersonating a ski chalet. -9 this morning...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 01-13-2022, 05:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,872
Posted By Wandering Mcs
$100 a day ...the good old days! For a same day...

$100 a day ...the good old days! For a same day ticket now you'll have to drop over $200. Fortunately by picking up an Epic or Ikon pass and skiing a LOT the cost per day comes way down :)

We...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 01-10-2022, 09:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 779
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Thanks - I've got that exact unit and a soap...

Thanks - I've got that exact unit and a soap cannon in one of my bays; my fallback plan is to find a rest area or parking lot and wash it myself. But it will likely be in the 20's, so I'd rather...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 01-07-2022, 09:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 779
Posted By Wandering Mcs
RV Wash in Steamboat Springs?

We'll be heading to Steamboat in a week, and once there, I'll want to get all the road crap off before setting up camp. If we have clear weather I can hit a wash somewhere around Denver, but if the...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 11-28-2021, 04:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 506
Posted By Wandering Mcs
MY 2018 Verona LE had no door fobs, but I ordered...

MY 2018 Verona LE had no door fobs, but I ordered and installed a set of aftermarket ones. Haven't used them as much as I thought we would, but its nice to be up to Kia standards in the truck now.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-02-2021, 10:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,178
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Closing the loop on this. I just got back from my...

Closing the loop on this. I just got back from my skills test and am now legal to drive my RV. During pre-trip I did not remove my lug covers but explained what I was looking for (rust streaks or...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-26-2021, 05:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,178
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Maryland Drivers - Question re: Class B License pre-trip inspection

I'm prepping for my non-commercial Class B Motorhome/RV skills test and want to doublecheck the MVA provided info. The knowledge test surprised me with many questions direct from the CDL manual...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 06-15-2021, 09:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,806
Posted By Wandering Mcs
What sort of hole saw are were you using to drill...

What sort of hole saw are were you using to drill those big holes? I about wore out a drill bit just doing some pilot holes
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 04-11-2021, 06:25 PM
Replies: 289
Views: 83,828
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Northern Alabama. Who knew it was pretty and...

Northern Alabama. Who knew it was pretty and full of waterfalls. Hiked to Shangrila in the Corrinth Rec Area today.
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 04-08-2021, 04:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,248
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Here is some more info on the pullout pantry...

Here is some more info on the pullout pantry trays. The new trays are 24” deep and approximately 14” wide, with 2” lips. I framed them with some red oak I had on hand, and since I expected to...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 04-06-2021, 07:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,248
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Verona LE oddities and fixes

A couple of weeks into our first trip with the Verona and we are really happy with this unit. Much quieter (both on road and in camp) than our last rig and everything seems so solid. But there are a...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 03-30-2021, 04:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 644
Posted By Wandering Mcs
PM service providers - who do you like?

One reason we switched from class A to Super C was the “ease of finding service providers”. I used to go to either a Cummins or Freightliner shop for everything. Where do you guys take your M2...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 03-25-2021, 06:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,172
Posted By Wandering Mcs
We do like to spend time in the Rockies skiing in...

We do like to spend time in the Rockies skiing in the winter, but have always stayed with full hookups vs boondocking in those temps (-10 to 30) . A small 100watt heater on a thermostat was enough...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 03-21-2021, 11:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,172
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Thanks Mike - that is high praise coming from...

Thanks Mike - that is high praise coming from you!

I considered using only the existing 10ga Solar Prep wire, but even though it would support the amperage of my panels if wiring in...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 03-18-2021, 08:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 897
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Thanks guys. Bummer that the FOB doesn't work...

Thanks guys. Bummer that the FOB doesn't work that way. Since the cab has power locks, it seems like something could be rigged up ...I'll have to put that on my future project list.
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 03-18-2021, 08:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,172
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Thanks Mike. It sure would have been easier if...

Thanks Mike. It sure would have been easier if Renegade provided a top to bottom conduit run! My initial plan was to route the new wire along the same path as the existing 10ga, but that route is...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 03-18-2021, 09:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,172
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Completed my Verona LE Solar Install

With 1800 watts on the roof and 800 AH in the basement, my solar install is complete and I'm ready to get back off grid. Since I was transplanting some components from a previous rig, I opted to...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 03-18-2021, 08:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 897
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Is this a senior moment???

After adding solar and swapping Lithium batteries into our 2018 Verona LE, the keyless entry FOB does NOT open the truck cab doors. I thought this was due to disconnecting the chassis batteries...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 03-06-2021, 07:32 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 469
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Remote not working for cab doors

I disconnected the chassis batteries while switching coach to lithium, and now my key fob no longer opens the truck doors. It works fine for main entry door and compartments. The keypad also...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 12-21-2020, 04:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,083
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Not sure yet about our Verona's Brake lights, ...

Not sure yet about our Verona's Brake lights, but the brake lights on my Toad generally do get activated by the engine brake. My Toad's lights are triggered by the surge brake lever on my Ready...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-05-2020, 09:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,874
Posted By Wandering Mcs
It doesn't interface with the 890, just listens...

It doesn't interface with the 890, just listens for the same wakeup phrase. I thought some of its hands free features might be useful ("Take a picture", "Start Travel-lapse") when traveling through...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-04-2020, 01:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,874
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Yes - No way around the duplicate wake-up words,...

Yes - No way around the duplicate wake-up words, and you can't defeat the "Sorry, I don't know that command" alert. The rep I spoke with "submitted" my feedback.
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 12-04-2020, 01:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,223
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Good to know - thanks

Good to know - thanks
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-02-2020, 10:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,874
Posted By Wandering Mcs
I was bummed that the 56 won't work for me since...

I was bummed that the 56 won't work for me since I wanted the voice Control. Looking at others now, some have voice control some don't. The Rove 4K and a unit by VAVA both seem highly rated.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-02-2020, 07:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,874
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Garmin RV890 and Garmin Dash Cam 56 are NOT compatible

My old GPS was no longer working so I picked up a new RV 890 on Black Friday. I also bought a Dash Cam 56, primarily for it's voice command control and the phone interface.

However, both of...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 12-01-2020, 06:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,223
Posted By Wandering Mcs
:facepalm: ...it must be getting tired out.

:facepalm: ...it must be getting tired out.
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 12-01-2020, 05:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,223
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Wiring diagrams? and 2 "simple" questions

So I reached out to Renegade in hopes of getting a wiring schematic for my new to me coach; so far ......<crickets>. Guess I'll try calling REV tomorrow and see if I have more luck.

Meanwhile,...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-20-2020, 05:13 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 960
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Any problems using both a Garmin GPS and Garmin Dash cam?

I use a Garmin GPS and am looking at their voice controlled Dash Cam 55 ...but both devices have the same "OK Garmin" wake up phrase.

If anyone is using both of these units, can you tell me...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 11-19-2020, 08:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,244
Posted By Wandering Mcs
A couple of other differences: In addition...

A couple of other differences:

In addition to tile floors, the LE also comes with a higher grade of interior cabinetry (dovetailed drawers and heavier doors).

The Aquahot 450 in the LE...
Forum: Truck Conversions 11-19-2020, 07:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,303
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Good thinking. I see some sort of scaffolding...

Good thinking. I see some sort of scaffolding in my future.
Forum: Truck Conversions 11-16-2020, 12:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,303
Posted By Wandering Mcs
A Super C Disadvantage...

Coming from a Class A, I've been very impressed with everything (Ride, Safety, Handling, and overall solidity) about our Super C ...but.

When it comes to washing the front end, a Class A is...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 11-14-2020, 07:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,588
Posted By Wandering Mcs
I noticed that near empty site as well. I...

I noticed that near empty site as well. I reached out to Renegade in search of a wiring diagram for our Verona ...crickets. More frustrating is that I found a dead link to a specific file on the...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 11-14-2020, 07:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,157
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Winner! :bow: I didn't look hard enough and...

Winner! :bow:

I didn't look hard enough and ended up grabbing the $70 one on etrailer. At least it fits well. Now I'll just have to forget that I could have saved myself 40 bucks. Glad my...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 11-14-2020, 06:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 928
Posted By Wandering Mcs
EMS-HW50 Installation in Verona LE

I don't know why Renegade doesn't include an Electric Management System with surge protection as a standard feature, but our 2018 coach did not have it. So decided to wire in Progressive Industries'...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 11-13-2020, 06:56 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 40,582
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Thanks Mike - Great writeup! I'm glad you...

Thanks Mike - Great writeup!
I'm glad you are a few months ahead of me on the Renegade platform ...kinda feels like cheating as I plan out our upgrades :D. One quick question regarding your...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 11-05-2020, 06:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,826
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Thanks Mike, and good advice re: tire pressure. ...

Thanks Mike, and good advice re: tire pressure. I learned that lesson on our last rig. (It was delivered with 120 all around). A trip to the scales and a tire pressure table made it a MUCH smoother...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 11-03-2020, 06:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,826
Posted By Wandering Mcs
2018 Verona LE - First impressions

Hi all,

I'm new to the Renegade party and thought I'd introduce myself. We just transitioned from a Fleetwood Excursion 33D to Verona LE 40LTS, and our first impressions are "Wow!". I'm sure...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-01-2020, 04:30 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 33,942
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Slick looking system. I can't tell from the...

Slick looking system. I can't tell from the photo, how do you have it valved to enable back flushing while installed?
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 11-01-2020, 12:11 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,720
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Hey Mike - Since upgrading to the Macerator pump,...

Hey Mike - Since upgrading to the Macerator pump, do you bother carrying a backup 3" drain line "just in case"? Or do you have a high degree of confidence in the pump? I plan to renovate my water...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 10-28-2020, 12:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,158
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Thanks for the info gents. I'll take a closer...

Thanks for the info gents. I'll take a closer look at the basic Weathertechs and the Redline ones.
Cheers,
Mark
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 10-27-2020, 08:26 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,720
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Good to hear. Thanks Mike.

Good to hear. Thanks Mike.
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 10-27-2020, 06:21 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,720
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Maybe a dumb question here: When we are...

Maybe a dumb question here: When we are spedning multiple days in a spot wit full hookups, I typically leave the gray tank open, and we don't worry about laundry or longer showers filling the tank....
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 10-27-2020, 06:00 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,158
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Floorliners? Weathertech claims they don't fit carpeted M2

I'm a fan of Weathertech floor liner trays and hoped they had fitment for the M2. But from their site, it seems they only fit M2 cabs with vinyl floors, not carpet.

Rainey's shows a similar...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 10-12-2020, 09:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,053
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Thanks all!

Thanks all!
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 10-05-2020, 12:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,053
Posted By Wandering Mcs
What is the black "vent" thing?

Looking at Renegade basement compartments, what is the black box on the rear wall of some of the compartments? Looks like a vent or heater of some sort?
Thanks!
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 09-15-2020, 03:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,355
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Thanks for the info - I'll have to check if all...

Thanks for the info - I'll have to check if all Renegades are now coming with the new digital fridges. On a side note: I saw that you traded from a New Aire to the Verona. Those are both coaches...
Forum: Allison Transmission Forum 09-09-2020, 12:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,757
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Do all Allison Transmissions have a VIM /relay box?

I've been chasing down a problem with our transmission (2100) where it does not want to go into reverse. This unit has a shift by wire actuator on the side of the transmission. To me it seems that...
Forum: Allison Transmission Forum 09-09-2020, 10:58 AM
Replies: 504
Views: 152,057
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Did you ever get this intermittent problem...

Did you ever get this intermittent problem resolved? What was the cause?
Forum: Allison Transmission Forum 09-09-2020, 06:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,813
Posted By Wandering Mcs
Bingo - You are correct Skip. That is what my...

Bingo - You are correct Skip. That is what my shifter looks like down below. Guess I need to start researching the 'Shift by wire" issues people may have encountered.

Thanks
Forum: Allison Transmission Forum 09-08-2020, 02:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,813
Posted By Wandering Mcs
:facepalm: ...Turns out the "fix" I found was...

:facepalm: ...Turns out the "fix" I found was only temporary. And I now suspect that those relays were not actually my transmission VIM. Somedays an RV is a royal PIA. Anyone happen to know...
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