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Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-07-2021, 05:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,019
Posted By fnej
It's been several years, but we traveled to Nova...

It's been several years, but we traveled to Nova Scotia and had no trouble receiving western arc satellites. We have the Travlr Dish also.
...
Forum: Full-Timers 07-12-2020, 05:35 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,234
Posted By fnej
So true. That is one of the drawbacks to living a...

So true. That is one of the drawbacks to living a long life. Early on you get to experience some wonderful things before the crowds discover them. But you can always remember how great they were...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-15-2019, 10:14 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 21,431
Posted By fnej
We travel with two cats. They never bark and...

We travel with two cats. They never bark and disturb our neighbors, they don't slobber on everything and they never ask to go outside to do their business in the pouring rain.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-29-2017, 09:03 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 9,886
Posted By fnej
5 minute dish CHAT?

My hat is off to the poster that has consistently experienced 5 minutes from beginning of CHAT to receiving new local stations.

My experience has been that 3 out of 5 times the process takes 15 to...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-06-2017, 07:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 464
Posted By fnej
Vacuum Pump Issues, '05 Itasca Meridian Cat 350

Just got back from a 3 week trip to West Texas ( Yes we know it was crazy to go there in the summer, but we had our reasons). During the first few days of our travel, the dash air volume began to...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 03-28-2017, 06:59 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 12,817
Posted By fnej
gatocq, The engine RPMs were in the 1600 to 1750...

gatocq, The engine RPMs were in the 1600 to 1750 range and the engine water temp was 190 to 192 degrees F.

Pusherman, thanks for the idea.
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 03-24-2017, 07:03 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 12,817
Posted By fnej
Going thru my manual the instrument with all the...

Going thru my manual the instrument with all the colored squares that light up is called the "light bar". The LCD device that shows the more detailed information is the MMDC or Multiple Module Data...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 03-23-2017, 08:00 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 12,817
Posted By fnej
Fire Up, I was calling it the annunciator panel,...

Fire Up, I was calling it the annunciator panel, but Medallion Information Center may apply. It is a horizontal panel with number of lighted squares that light up on various conditions.

I don't...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 03-22-2017, 08:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 12,817
Posted By fnej
C7 Stop Engine Light

2005 34 foot Meridian DP with 350 HP C7 and 125,000 miles. We almost fulltime in our rig, 9-10 months on the road at a time. This year the rig has developed a baffling problem.

On uphill grades...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 10-08-2016, 11:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,931
Posted By fnej
SuperGewl I hope you're right. I just wasted $330...

SuperGewl I hope you're right. I just wasted $330 dollars at Freightliner in Coburg, OR to correct a front end handling problem. My 2005 Itasca Meridian DP ended up worse than when I took it in.
...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 07-05-2016, 10:04 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,939
Posted By fnej
If you do buy one, make sure to buy the product...

If you do buy one, make sure to buy the product insurance to go along with it. In our experience the RM units only last about a year, so for $40 a year you get a brand new GPS.

We are on our third...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-16-2016, 11:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 891
Posted By fnej
Thumbs up Thanks to all for the replies. Especially the...

Thanks to all for the replies. Especially the drawing showing the valve location in detail. Since I've scurrying around trying to get ready to leave for the summer, I opted to put a rubber cap with a...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-13-2016, 02:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 891
Posted By fnej
I guess I'm just dense. I still can't find it in...

I guess I'm just dense. I still can't find it in the parts catalogue. I only find the tank. However, based on the number you provided, I see that it a 1.5 inch slide valve not unlike the grey and...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-13-2016, 01:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 891
Posted By fnej
Fresh water tank drain

I have a 2005 Itasca Meridian DP. I'm trying to get ready and leave Florida for the summer. I've been prepping the fresh water tank, some chlorine, fill tank, let it sit overnight and drain. But,...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-14-2016, 03:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 761
Posted By fnej
Sachs

If your Meridian 37 is a diesel pusher you probably have the original Sachs shocks. I have a 2005 Meridian 34H diesel pusher and just replaced the Sachs with Bilstiens. The Bilstiens were $90 each...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-29-2016, 01:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 691
Posted By fnej
Perhaps I wasn't clear. I did call Freightliner...

Perhaps I wasn't clear. I did call Freightliner and I did give them the last 6 digits. They did give the me the brand (SACHS) and the P/N (16-16736-000) of the rear shocks. They could not tell me if...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-29-2016, 11:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 691
Posted By fnej
What is my Chassis Model?

I'm in the process of replacing the shocks on my 2005 Itasca Meridian 34H diesel pusher and what I thought was a simple exercise has become complicated. I had always assumed I had the Freightliner XC...
Forum: Boondocking 12-20-2015, 03:48 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,705
Posted By fnej
We have 480 watts of solar panels on the roof and...

We have 480 watts of solar panels on the roof and 110 amps of usable power for the house batteries. We use a 1000 Pure Sine Wave Inverter to power the 40 inch flat screen, 2 computers, Dish DVR, LED...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-05-2015, 09:03 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,649
Posted By fnej
We have crossed the border into Canada 8 times in...

We have crossed the border into Canada 8 times in the last 4 years. Getting into Canada is a pleasant experience. Returning to the USA, not so much. Invariably we are asked, going into Canada, about...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-30-2015, 05:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 963
Posted By fnej
In Maine-Dash Air Problem-Itasca Diesel Pusher

Hi all. We will be entering Maine tomorrow, July 31. Today, our dash air decided to to give up the ghost. Fortunately, todays temps stayed in the low 70's but soon they will be going back up into the...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-20-2015, 04:26 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 9,117
Posted By fnej
During our 5 years of towing a car with the MH we...

During our 5 years of towing a car with the MH we have found ourselves in situations more than once when we decided to back up with the Toad attached.

Invariably, no matter how deligent you are...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-11-2015, 09:10 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,117
Posted By fnej
And let me add one more thing, go sooner than...

And let me add one more thing, go sooner than later. We found Alaska to be much more crowded in 2014 than it was in 2011. Denali is difficult to impossible to get into without advance reservations,...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-11-2015, 08:57 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,117
Posted By fnej
It's not the fuel prices n Alaska you need to...

It's not the fuel prices n Alaska you need to worry about, it the prices on your way through Canada. That's where you'll use the bulk of your fuel, so just be prepared to grin and accept it.

As...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-20-2015, 06:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,179
Posted By fnej
We have a 2005 34 foot Itasca Meridian. Last year...

We have a 2005 34 foot Itasca Meridian. Last year while tidying up some wiring underneath the coach, I noticed the diagonal brace aft of the the battery trays had separated from the frame.

Since I...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-29-2014, 02:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 802
Posted By fnej
Interesting. So the owners manual is incorrect,...

Interesting. So the owners manual is incorrect, and I haven't been as conservative as I thought.

I do appreciate the help though.

I'm going with the 80 gallon plus size.

Thanks,

FnEJ
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-29-2014, 01:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 802
Posted By fnej
How big is my Fresh Water tank???

We have a 2005 Itasca Meridian 34 foot DP and we enjoy boondocking or dry camping a lot. We've owned the motorhome for 4 years and one of the things that has always bugged me is not knowing just how...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-27-2014, 10:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,772
Posted By fnej
You're right, brain fade on my part. The...

You're right, brain fade on my part. The Dimension is a charger/inverter.

However the question still remains, am I in danger of frying my appliances?

I watched a Tripp-Lite video measuring the...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-27-2014, 09:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,772
Posted By fnej
05 Itasca Meridian DP DC to AC converter Question

My RV has a Dimensions WIN-12x20B3RT charger/converter. I recently installed 480 watts of solar panels and a Rogue MPPT charge controller.

In testing voltages I discovered something I haven't...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 03-13-2014, 09:04 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,695
Posted By fnej
Dish woes updated

Bowing to the wishes of the customer service folks at Dish, with trepidation I went ahead and made the appointment to have my 1000.2 dish/LNB swapped out for the 1000.4

I have tried to ensure that...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-25-2014, 09:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,520
Posted By fnej
Could you expand a little on the chat room...

Could you expand a little on the chat room comment you made? What chat room did you use to get your service address changed and on average how long did it take for it to actually happen?
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-25-2014, 08:32 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,695
Posted By fnej
Dish Network, Winegard Trav'ler and eastern arc

We are among the many that have been affected by All American Direct going out of business. Through them we received the network stations NBC, ABC, Fox, etc. from New York and San Francisco.

Today...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-12-2013, 05:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,114
Posted By fnej
Problem Solved and Lesson Learned

Once again the coach has 12 volt power. The tried and true method of "Follow the Power" is what led to the solution.

At the MOM solenoid there was 12 volts on the chassis side and 6 - 7 volts on...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-10-2013, 12:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,114
Posted By fnej
To the best of my knowledge, here is the real...

To the best of my knowledge, here is the real scoop. On our Itasca Meridian DP there is no battery disconnect in the electric compartment where the 50 amp cord is stored. So maybe I misunderstood the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-09-2013, 04:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,114
Posted By fnej
Well don't I feel especially smart tonight. I...

Well don't I feel especially smart tonight. I spent the afternoon working on what I thought was the disconnect solenoid only to suddenly realize it was a actually the battery combiner solenoid. After...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-07-2013, 10:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,114
Posted By fnej
Thanks for the ideas. The coach is in the storage...

Thanks for the ideas. The coach is in the storage lot and we're spending the weekend concentrating on Christmas decorations, so it'll probably be Monday before I can try your ideas.

I was also...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-06-2013, 06:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,114
Posted By fnej
No 12 volt power to coach

Our 2005 Itasca Meridian diesel pusher has been plugged into shore power for the last 10 days. Today, I was taking it back to storage and when I arrived at the storage place I turned on the generator...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-29-2013, 08:06 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,772
Posted By fnej
Thanks for all your suggestions and help. The way...

Thanks for all your suggestions and help. The way the story ends is that the factory determined both the indoor and outdoor fan motors were failing. The indoor fan was not moving enough air thus...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-16-2013, 10:27 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,772
Posted By fnej
OK, here is the latest. I've run through the...

OK, here is the latest. I've run through the trouble shooting diagnostics as outlined in the 6537 manual. The proper led lights are coming on when the are supposed to and I'm reading the proper...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-16-2013, 09:23 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,772
Posted By fnej
We certainly appreciate all the responses we've...

We certainly appreciate all the responses we've received. Based on a suggestion from Eric we have determined that the high speed OD fan is not working based on an auditory analysis. Today I hope to...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-11-2013, 10:39 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,772
Posted By fnej
We have a 7.5 kW generator so it can handle a 50...

We have a 7.5 kW generator so it can handle a 50 amp load just fine. With both compressors running they draw about 20 amps which seems to be normal for this unit.

The only other thing operating at...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-11-2013, 04:29 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,772
Posted By fnej
My answers are below in parentheses. When is...

My answers are below in parentheses.

When is the last time the evaporator and condenser coils were cleaned? (as far as I know, never. However I can see through the fins. There appears to be no...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-11-2013, 01:19 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,772
Posted By fnej
Well we were in Texas plugged into shore power...

Well we were in Texas plugged into shore power where the a/c ran for 10 days straight without shutting off. There were one or two instances after that before we got into cooler weather where we ran...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-11-2013, 09:38 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,772
Posted By fnej
Basement air problem

Hi everyone. We have a 2005 34 foot Itasca deisel pusher with the Coleman 6535 basement heat pump.

Until 2 weeks ago, the air conditioning worked perfectly but has now developed a problem. If I...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 05-09-2013, 08:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,374
Posted By fnej
Hmmm. Interesting. We use the 110, 119 and 129...

Hmmm. Interesting. We use the 110, 119 and 129 satellites. Traveling from Nova Scotia to Florida we have never had any trouble accessing any of them. This summer we'll be on the west coast and we'll...
Forum: Boondocking 01-12-2013, 04:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,287
Posted By fnej
We tried Canada last summer. Entered at Sault...

We tried Canada last summer. Entered at Sault Ste. Marie in mid July. Stayed in Canada traveling east to Nova Scotia. They weather didn't get cool enough for us until September.

So we're...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 01-10-2013, 08:45 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,643
Posted By fnej
We made a similar trip last summer. Although we...

We made a similar trip last summer. Although we "wandered" a lot more than you're going to, you may find some helpful hints in our blog. RoadNotes (https://Www.fnejp.com)

Have a great trip!
Forum: Boondocking 01-10-2013, 07:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,287
Posted By fnej
Summer Boondocking Ideas

Hi everyone! We are planning this years six month trip away from Florida. As you can guess we're seeking cooler weather. Two years ago we spent the summer in Alaska, last summer we visited Nova...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-10-2012, 04:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,376
Posted By fnej
Second that on ALL US AND CANADA CAMPGROUNDS:...

Second that on ALL US AND CANADA CAMPGROUNDS: STATE PARKS NATIONAL PARKS FORESTS MORE california oregon washington new york pennsylvania more (https://www.uscampgrounds.info). We are at a campground...
Forum: Boondocking 11-06-2012, 08:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,355
Posted By fnej
Looking back thru our trip notes we found Kewadin...

Looking back thru our trip notes we found Kewadin Casinos in Christmas and Sault St. Marie had electric and water were free plus they gave us funny money to gamble with.
Forum: Boondocking 11-06-2012, 08:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,355
Posted By fnej
Check out our blog entry at RoadNotes:...

Check out our blog entry at RoadNotes: They're paying us to stay here! (https://www.fnej.blogspot.com/2012/07/they-paying-us-to-stay-here.html)
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