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Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-31-2016, 10:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 463
Posted By SoIlBoy
You may want to look at having them repaired. ...

You may want to look at having them repaired. There are companies that remove them, take them apart, clean them and put them back together. I had one done and it looks great, much cheaper than...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-31-2016, 08:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 463
Posted By SoIlBoy
Why do you need new glass? Maybe other...

Why do you need new glass? Maybe other alternatives, but depends on what is wrong.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-25-2016, 08:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,554
Posted By SoIlBoy
I didn't see any response that said anything...

I didn't see any response that said anything about using only a jack. Everyone suggested jack stands, except me. I dump the air and leave it down, I don't use the jacks. There is nowhere for it to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-23-2016, 09:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,554
Posted By SoIlBoy
I'm not skinny by any means, but I slither around...

I'm not skinny by any means, but I slither around under mine without raising it up. Plenty of room for me to lube chassis, change fluids and filters and other tasks.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-23-2016, 09:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 14,605
Posted By SoIlBoy
I got my Class B in Marion (Southern IL). Went...

I got my Class B in Marion (Southern IL). Went to SOS facility and took the written. They issued me my temp learner permit and said come back when I wanted to do the driving portion. I asked how I...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-06-2016, 08:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 859
Posted By SoIlBoy
We had the sofa in our 05 Journey reupholstered. ...

We had the sofa in our 05 Journey reupholstered. I took it apart and delivered it to the shop, picked out the material then reinstalled it. Looks great.
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-21-2015, 08:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,111
Posted By SoIlBoy
I agree with the OP. I don't like having to look...

I agree with the OP. I don't like having to look away from the road to select the gear I want to descend a long grade, or to climb in a lower gear up a steep grade. "D" isn't always the best way to...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-18-2015, 09:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 667
Posted By SoIlBoy
I towed a 2014 Taurus, it was a great car to tow.

I towed a 2014 Taurus, it was a great car to tow.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-08-2015, 10:17 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,392
Posted By SoIlBoy
I have a 2015 F150 XLT Supercrew 4X4, 2.7...

I have a 2015 F150 XLT Supercrew 4X4, 2.7 Ecoboost. Had it weighed, 5100 lbs with full 36 gal fuel.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-27-2015, 10:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,056
Posted By SoIlBoy
I looked, it appears the 5.0 manual trans Mustang...

I looked, it appears the 5.0 manual trans Mustang is flat towable. You would need the baseplate ($395) installed, and your tail lights wired. You would also need the adapter from Blue Ox to...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 08-14-2015, 08:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 587
Posted By SoIlBoy
Winnebago Journey

Winnebago Journey
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 08-13-2015, 10:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 587
Posted By SoIlBoy
Ready to go

Got the new truck ready to tow. It was nice installing the "baseplate" without having to remove the front end. I was able to make the brake and electrical connectors less obtrusive. Happy with the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-07-2015, 09:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,331
Posted By SoIlBoy
If your 02 chassis has a Cummins ISB and was...

If your 02 chassis has a Cummins ISB and was built after Sept 02 there is a fuel strainer on the frame rail above the passenger side rear tires. Make sure that is changed, can be the cause of low...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-24-2015, 09:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,340
Posted By SoIlBoy
What did the Manufacturers Statement of Origin...

What did the Manufacturers Statement of Origin say?
Forum: RV Events & Gatherings 06-19-2014, 09:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,248
Posted By SoIlBoy
According to FMCA there will be over 350 vendors...

According to FMCA there will be over 350 vendors at Redmond. Should be able to find products there. Several hundred RV's on display, too. Sounds like it will be pretty big.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-15-2014, 10:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,487
Posted By SoIlBoy
Tip$

We have always travelled alone, or with another couple, but we are going on a caravan this summer. What is the accepted practice for tipping the wagonmaster and tailgunner? If you should tip, how...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-15-2014, 08:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,562
Posted By SoIlBoy
The quickest way to get the ride height specs is...

The quickest way to get the ride height specs is to call Freightliner at 800-FTL-HELP. You can call anytime. You will need the last 6 of your VIN.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-14-2014, 09:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,088
Posted By SoIlBoy
My 05 Journey does the same thing under harder...

My 05 Journey does the same thing under harder than normal acceleration. It is coming from the air drier.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 05-03-2014, 08:24 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,626
Posted By SoIlBoy
Great when a plan comes together.

Great when a plan comes together.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 05-03-2014, 08:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 845
Posted By SoIlBoy
Thanks. Will see how it goes on Monday.

Thanks. Will see how it goes on Monday.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-02-2014, 09:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 608
Posted By SoIlBoy
I've got a 2005 Journey 36G and was able to...

I've got a 2005 Journey 36G and was able to remove the 4 small bolts for the filter housing and take it off without removing the whole dryer. Yours must be different.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 05-02-2014, 08:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 845
Posted By SoIlBoy
Yes I read my manual. Eastern arc doesn't hit...

Yes I read my manual. Eastern arc doesn't hit that satellite. So, do I do check switch test each time I put it in the coach, then do it again when it goes back into the house?
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 05-02-2014, 07:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 845
Posted By SoIlBoy
Dish Info/Help Please

I had DirecTV since the day it became active in the Midwest. I recently switched to Dish. Monday I will be taking one of my receivers (211K) in the motor home for a short trip. With DirecTV (standard...
Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 03-30-2014, 08:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,179
Posted By SoIlBoy
Love the colors.

Love the colors.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-23-2014, 09:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,726
Posted By SoIlBoy
I did that this winter. There were screws in the...

I did that this winter. There were screws in the pleats of the material. I made this one to put back. I also put a new back wall up to hide the mirrors.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-17-2014, 08:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,846
Posted By SoIlBoy
That looks great!

That looks great!
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-10-2014, 10:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,631
Posted By SoIlBoy
These fuel strainers were only on the Cummins ISB...

These fuel strainers were only on the Cummins ISB 02 engine powered chassis. Your CAT shouldn't have one.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-29-2013, 08:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,041
Posted By SoIlBoy
PTL Engineering makes motorhome and coach door...

PTL Engineering makes motorhome and coach door assemblies and locks. Winnebago is one of their customers.
Forum: Just Conversation 07-10-2013, 09:22 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,073
Posted By SoIlBoy
I had my Journey painted and the headlights done,...

I had my Journey painted and the headlights done, but I went with verticle arrangement.
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 03-18-2013, 08:15 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,065
Posted By SoIlBoy
This is what I did to my 05 Journey ...

This is what I did to my 05 Journey
https://www.rvtechstop.com/articles/icc.pdf

Worked great for me.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-14-2013, 10:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 780
Posted By SoIlBoy
I installed one in my 05 Journey 36G. Had to...

I installed one in my 05 Journey 36G. Had to remove the shelves in the W/D cabinet, then remove the panel at the back of the cabinet. I also found it necessary to take the drawers out of the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-07-2013, 08:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,137
Posted By SoIlBoy
Good Sam thru Essex will finance Full Timers.

Good Sam thru Essex will finance Full Timers.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-16-2013, 08:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 512
Posted By SoIlBoy
Refresh

I have always liked the graphics on my coach, and the Titanium paint. However, the graphics were vinyl and there was a lot of unpainted chalky white. I heard of a place RVIncidents in Nixa...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 01-09-2013, 07:14 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,762
Posted By SoIlBoy
Wrestled with this question last year. Went on...

Wrestled with this question last year. Went on our own, and loved it. I'm not into group activities and spending time with many people. We went where we wanted, and stayed however long was right...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-15-2012, 08:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 920
Posted By SoIlBoy
Thanks. I will be staying the next 3 nights in...

Thanks. I will be staying the next 3 nights in Cochrane, AB. There are a couple of service listings for Calgary and one is mobile service only. I will give them a call in the morning.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-14-2012, 09:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 920
Posted By SoIlBoy
Thanks. I don't want it to be the dreaded...

Thanks. I don't want it to be the dreaded squirrel cage fan problem :facepalm:.
I won't be home to work on this until October. Hope I won't need the A/C much on this trip.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-14-2012, 07:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 920
Posted By SoIlBoy
Heat Pump Noise

Today my heat pump started making a disturbing noise. Outside the coach it sounds like a washing machine on a fast spin cycle and out of balance. No noise inside, and it cools just fine.
It has...
Forum: Just Conversation 05-18-2012, 09:47 PM
Replies: 525
Views: 29,619
Posted By SoIlBoy
Don't hate me, but just to make 1 thing clear. ...

Don't hate me, but just to make 1 thing clear. All congressmen elected since 1984 DO pay into Social Security. They are in the same retirement plan as any Federal employee. They also pay for and...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-16-2012, 06:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,217
Posted By SoIlBoy
Orange Block Shortage

Might be a shortage of orange leveling blocks in my neck of the woods. Saw this today.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-07-2012, 09:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,600
Posted By SoIlBoy
Here is what the walls behind the shower look...

Here is what the walls behind the shower look like behind the shower on my 05 36G.

This is the tile adhesive mat in the stairwell. It is the grey stuff on the risers.

This is with the tile in...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-05-2012, 10:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,600
Posted By SoIlBoy
I replaced the shower surround a couple of months...

I replaced the shower surround a couple of months ago. I could not find any surround in stock or that could be ordered from any stores. I ended up ordering a new one thru Winnebago. If I were to...
Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 03-02-2012, 08:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,248
Posted By SoIlBoy
Very nice. Enjoy it.

Very nice. Enjoy it.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-11-2011, 07:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,027
Posted By SoIlBoy
Thanks everyone. I will look at the options this...

Thanks everyone. I will look at the options this week, keeping in mind what you have told me. I will update when the decision is made.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-10-2011, 06:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,027
Posted By SoIlBoy
Flooring advice

Need some advice from those who have done this before. I have removed the carpet and vinyl tile from my Journey. I'm still working on removing the 59 gals. of adhesive that Winnebago used in the...
Forum: Allison Transmission Forum 12-04-2011, 08:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 27,717
Posted By SoIlBoy
Where I live it is hard to find. Couldn't find...

Where I live it is hard to find. Couldn't find Delvac anywhere. Got Transynd from my local Freightliner dealer for 36.85/gal.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-17-2011, 08:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 891
Posted By SoIlBoy
I knew about Delvac, but that is also not to be...

I knew about Delvac, but that is also not to be found around here.
I do have Transynd in the unit already, BUT I have an extended service plan (Easy Care) that requires transmission fluid change...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-16-2011, 06:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 891
Posted By SoIlBoy
Fluid Woes

Time to do my annual maintenance. Got all my filters and engine oil. Since it is 24 months on the transmission, time to service it. Finding Transynd is practically impossible around here. I...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-14-2011, 06:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 987
Posted By SoIlBoy
I just dealt with this problem a week ago in my...

I just dealt with this problem a week ago in my Journey. Pump not shutting off in the "OFF" position. I found a blue hose under the "hood" that goes behind the passenger side headlight to one of...
Forum: Forum 101 | Announcements | Forum Concerns 10-26-2011, 08:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,303
Posted By SoIlBoy
And, if I AM signed in, I get the ads.

And, if I AM signed in, I get the ads.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-22-2011, 08:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 872
Posted By SoIlBoy
That makes sense, never thought of that. ...

That makes sense, never thought of that. :facepalm: Thanks.
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